Nature is at its most beautiful in April and May, while summer’s long, warm days are at their height by the end of June. May jumped from the fourth most popular wedding month to the number-two spot in 2026 according to TheKnot.com, showing a significant increase in late-spring weddings for couples. The Knot data shows 14% of couples now marry in May. Check out the HITCHED REPROT for the months of May and June 2026: www.ellwoodcity.org/hitched-and-unhitched/
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…
Wildfire smoke from Canada and Minnesota has moved into the region Thursday and air quality is quickly degrading according to NWS Pittsburgh. The smoke has resulted in a Code Red air quality alert to be issued for Pittsburgh and its surrounding areas. The alert has been issued through 12:00 AM midnight Friday. Forecasts show continued poor air quality into the weekend and recommendations to limit outdoor activity. People with heart or lung disease, older adults, children and teens – take any of these steps to reduce your exposure: Choose less strenuous activities (like walking instead of running) so you don’t…
Union Area joined Laurel and Ellwood City in voting unanimously to approve the third proposed Lawrence County Career and Technical Center budget. Union Area’s 7-0 vote came Wednesday while Laurel and Ellwood City each voted 7-0 during their respective meetings on July 8th. Shenango voted 8-1 in approval on Monday and Mohawk voted 8-0 in approval on Tuesday of this week. The votes tally the required minimum out of the 72 individual board members needed to approve the budget before it can be adopted. Union also makes the minimum fifth of the eight county schools required to approve the budget….
The 4th Annual Ellwood City Library Wine Walk will take place Saturday, August 8th. ‘Once Upon a Wine Walk’ will begin at the library and navigate Lawrence Avenue to Fitzgibbon Meadery. Delight yourself in local fine wines, craft beers, and spirits paired with your favorite restaurants and food vendors. Enjoy a relaxing evening as you stroll through downtown Ellwood City on Saturday, August 8th from 4:30 – 7:30 pm. After enjoying an evening of sampling, take home some of your favorite bottles. Tickets are $25.00 with discounts available. This 21+ event will take place rain or shine. The first 300…
The world’s largest and only operating steam locomotive, the Union Pacific Big Boy No 4014, passed through the area Sunday morning on its massive cross-country tour. Built in 1941 to conquer steep mountain grades, this 1.2-million-pound behemoth passed directly through parts of western Pennsylvania on its coast-to-coast trip to celebrate the nation’s 250th birthday. The tour includes a Fourth of July celebration in Philadelphia, major display events in eight cities and more than 50 whistle-stops in 10 states, including stops for the first time in Indiana, Ohio, New York and Pennsylvania.
Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) and Rep. Marla Brown (R-Lawrence) each voted against the General Appropriations bill for the 2026-27 fiscal year. Bernstine: Budget Relies on Accounting Tricks Instead of Fiscal Responsibility HARRISBURG – Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) voted against the General Appropriations bill for the 2026-27 fiscal year. The measure passed the House and now heads to Gov. Josh Shapiro for his signature. Bernstine issued the following statement: “This budget relies on the same type of accounting tricks Bernie Madoff used to make the numbers look better than reality. Delaying payments and shifting costs into the future does not reduce…
Kenneth A. Boffo, 81, of Portersville, PA, died Friday, July 10, 2026, at his residence in Portersville, PA. He was born in Rochester, PA, on August 3, 1944, a son of the late Anthony and Eva (Franco) Boffo. Mr. Boffo has been married to his beloved wife, Toni Lynn (Hoover) Boffo for over 30 years, she survives at home. Kenneth was a United States Marine Veteran serving in the Vietnam War. During his time in the service, Mr. Boffo was awarded the Purple Heart. He was a 7th grade Science Teacher at Rochester High School, retiring after 30 years. Mr….
Mayor Anthony J. Court presented Barb and Bob Campbell of 416 Pershing Street with a Beautification Award in recognition of their well-maintained and attractive property which reflects exceptional pride and care. The Campbells also received a commemorative yard sign to display and a gift certificate to a local restaurant in appreciation of their efforts. The Beautification Program continues this month with two more awards to be presented. Nominations are still being accepted-be sure to recognize a deserving property in your neighborhood!
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…