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July 10, 2026

DON Enterprises, Inc. Earns PDC Townie Award

ERIE, PA. – Pennsylvania Downtown Center (PDC) presented eighteen awards during the organization’s annual statewide Townie Awards Gala. The Townie Awards are a festive and venerable tradition designed to recognize the commonwealth’s core communities and individuals for the creation and implementation of projects, programs, and events that exemplify the goals of PDC’s community revitalization mission. Eligible communities consist of Pennsylvania Downtown Center’s nearly 200 member organizations, including Main Street and Elm Street programs, making the Townies a competitive award process each year. Among this year’s distinguished recipients was DON Enterprises, Inc., which received the 2026 Townie Award in the Asset…

July 8, 2026

PHOTO: Ellwood City Wolverines Baseball Team Recognized At PNC Park

The Ellwood City baseball team was among 13 teams recognized before the Pittsburgh Pirates game Tuesday night at PNC Park. All champions from the 2026 Western Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic League (WPIAL) were recognized on the field and on the jumbotron for their accomplishments. The Class 3A champion Wolverines picked a great game to attend as they saw reigning Cy Young winner Paul Skenes on the mound and Ryan O’Hearn set a Pirates franchise record with 10 RBIs in the Pirates 12-4 victory over Atlanta. The Wolverines rallied for a third consecutive playoff game to knock off South Park 5-2 in…

July 7, 2026

PHOTOS: Ellwood City Arts, Craft & Food Festival – Day 3

Ewing Park welcomed thousands to its grounds for the 44th Annual Ellwood City Arts, Craft & Food Festival that took place Friday, July 3 through Sunday, July 5th. Warm and humid temperatures on Friday gave way to weekend thunderstorms and torrential downpours on Sunday. The beloved tradition brings a fun-filled weekend of local creativity, flavorful bites, lively entertainment, and patriotic spirit, all nestled in the scenic surroundings of Ellwood City. Kinsley McElwain was crowned the 2026 Little Miss Firecracker Crown on Friday. VIEW DAYS 1 & 2 photos courtesy McClymonds Photography … and more! Local Drone Footage Showcasing Fireworks In…

July 7, 2026

Third Recipient of 2026 Beautification Awards Announced

Kevin and Michelle Swogger of 219 Evans Drive have been named Beautification Award winners for their beautifully maintained and inviting property. Mayor Anthony Court presented the award in recognition for their efforts. The Beautification program will continue with three more awards to be presented. “Be sure to recognize a deserving property in your neighborhood,” said Mayor Court in a statement.

July 6, 2026

PHOTOS: Ellwood City Arts, Craft & Food Festival Days 1 & 2

Ewing Park welcomed thousands to its grounds for the 44th Annual Ellwood City Arts, Craft & Food Festival that took place Friday, July 3 through Sunday, July 5th.  Warm and humid temperatures on Friday gave way to weekend thunderstorms and torrential downpours on Sunday. The beloved tradition brings a fun-filled weekend of local creativity, flavorful bites, lively entertainment, and patriotic spirit, all nestled in the scenic surroundings of Ellwood City.  Kinsley McElwain was crowned the 2026 Little Miss Firecracker Crown on Friday. photos courtesy McClymonds Photography

July 6, 2026

Kinsley McElwain Earns 2026 Little Miss Firecracker Crown

Ellwood City’s annual tradition of the Little Miss Firecracker Pageant was a huge success on Friday, July 3rd. The pageant started at 11:00 am after the raising of the flag at the Ellwood City Arts Crafts and Food Festival. The girls weathered through the heat and displayed so much talent and charisma, the judges had a hard time choosing the winners. Out of 16 participants, the winners were: 1st place and the winner of Little Miss Firecracker 2026 is 8-year-old Kinsley McElwain (parents Cody & Goldie McElwain) as she charmed the judges with her personality and cheer with her patriotic…

July 6, 2026

Real Estate Transfers For June 2026

June brought us the first day of summer – June 21st – the astronomical start of summer and the longest day of the year.  Warmer temperatures finally arrived late in the month and the market also heated up.. According to Redfin.com, over the three months ending May, Lawrence County home prices were up 49.6% compared to the same period last year, selling for a median price of $209,000. More specifically, the Ellwood City housing market is somewhat competitive with the median sale price of a home in Ellwood City was $174,000 over the last three months, up 19.9% since the…

July 4, 2026

Ellwood City Public Library Activities For Week Of July 6th

The Ellwood City Area Public Library offers a variety of weekly activities. Information is available by calling the library at 724-758-6458. HOURS Hours are Monday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m., Friday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. and Saturday 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Please remember no one is available to take your calls unless it is in the hours listed above. BOOK SALE COLLECTION: We are now taking donations for the book sale in October. We do not take text books, readers digest condensed books, magazines, encyclopedias or VHS tapes. Activities…

June 30, 2026

Ellwood City Family Center To Host Youth Volleyball Clinic For 7th & 8th Grade

The Ellwood City Family Center is set to host a five-day youth volleyball clinic in July for 7th and 8th grade students. The session will be held at the Ellwood City Family Center on the North Side of Ellwood City during the week of July 20th. The dates are July 20,21,22,23,24 2026 There will be a one-hour and 15 minute session for grades 7 and 8 for the fall year 2026 from 10:00 a.m. – 11:15 a.m. “Our goal is to enhance volleyball in the community,” says John Dibuono. “We plan to teach the game of volleyball through the development…

June 27, 2026

Ellwood City Public Library Activities For Week of June 29th

The Ellwood City Area Public Library offers a variety of weekly activities. Information is available by calling the library at 724-758-6458. HOURS Hours are Monday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m., Friday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. and Saturday 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Please remember no one is available to take your calls unless it is in the hours listed above. BOOK SALE COLLECTION: We are now taking donations for the book sale in October. We do not take text books, readers digest condensed books, magazines, encyclopedias or VHS tapes. Activities…