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February 21, 2026

Ellwood City Names Sean McConahy As Next Football Head Coach

The Wolverines have their new head coach for its football program. Ellwood City hired Sean McConahy as its next head high school football coach during a special board meeting on Friday, February 20th. McConahy, a current science teacher at LHS, brings experience in the district, passion for football and conditioning, and coaching experience at one of more recent success stories in District 10 (Wilmington coaching staff). After claiming a District 10 Class 2A Championship in 2024, Wilmington fell to Greenville in the District 10 1A Championship game in November in a bid to repeat. The Greyhounds also won a Class…

February 20, 2026

Braiden McClure Earns Runner-Up Mark In District AA Sectionals

Sophomore Braiden McClure finished runner-up in the 107-pound weight division at the District 7 AA Sectionals last weekend at Keystone Oaks High School. McClure opened up with a major decision victory before bowing out the in the finals to Angelo Boni of Central Valley. McClure now holds an individual match record of 22-7 this season. Gavin McClure pinned Jonah Hostutler of Keystone Oaks to earn a 3rd place finish in the 127-pound class. The senior fell to Hostutler by pinfall in the quarterfinals before picking up two consolation round victories by pinfall to reach the third place rematch. McClure is…

February 20, 2026

Ellwood City Public Library Activities For Week Of February 23rd

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. Activities taking place this week include. MONDAY, FEBRUARY 23 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.- “Interactive Play,” children can play hands-on with various items. TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 24 10:30 a.m. – “Baby…

February 20, 2026

POLICE: Weekly Police Blotter

NARCOTICS AND FIREARM CHARGES: Daniel Feliciano, 49, pleaded guilty to six counts of violating federal narcotics and firearm laws on February 12, 2026. In connection with the guilty plea, the Court was advised that, between October 2022 and March 2024, Feliciano conspired with others to distribute cocaine throughout Western Pennsylvania, specifically in the New Castle area. In addition to the conspiracy charge, Feliciano pleaded guilty to distributing and/or possessing with intent to distribute quantities of cocaine on three different dates, as well as possessing a firearm as a convicted felon and in furtherance of his drug trafficking crimes. On March…

February 19, 2026

Kevin Eckenrode, 58

Kevin Thomas Eckenrode, 58, of Butler, passed away at his residence on Sunday, Feb. 15, 2026. Born April 6, 1967, in Ellwood City, he was a son of the late Thomas L. Eckenrode and Judith L. Ketterer Eckenrode. He was a member of New Beginnings Free Methodist Church, Butler. He loved baseball and football, and he was an avid fan of both Penn State and the Pittsburgh Steelers. He enjoyed listening to music and taking care of his lawn and flowers. Most of all, he adored spending time with his grandchildren. Kevin is survived by his daughter, Kayla Wise; two…

February 16, 2026

Fish Fry At Holy Redeemer Catholic Center On Wednesday

Lent Fish Fry Season Is Here! Divine Grace Parish will host a fish fry on Ash Wednesday, February 18th from 3:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Holy Redeemer Catholic Center, 311 Lawrence Avenue, Ellwood City. Come enjoy golden fried or bake fish, mac and cheese, cole slaw, and a slice of cake. Dine in or take out. Dinners are $16, Sandwiches are $10, and extra sides are $3. Those attending are asked to enter from the parking lot center door. Due to rising food costs the parish needs extra support — fish prices are up 75% in just two years….

February 14, 2026

Ellwood City Public Library Activities For Week Of February 16th

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. Activities taking place this week include. MONDAY, FEBRUARY 16 Closed for Presidents’ Day. TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 17 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. – “Interactive Play,” children can play hands-on with various…

February 13, 2026

PHOTOS: Riverside Coed Swimming Senior Night

The Riverside Coed Swimming & Diving team hosted Central Valley on Wednesday Night as part of its senior night. The team will next turn its attention to the MAC Swimming Championships this weekend and the WPIAL Class AA Swimming Championships on February 26, 2026 at the University of Pittsburgh. The 2026 WPIAL/UPMC Sports Medicine Boys’ & Girls’ Swimming & Diving Championships begin with the diving championships on February 20-21 before concluding with the swimming championships on February 26-27.

February 13, 2026

Trinity Lutheran Church Hosting Drive-Thru Ashes On February 18th

Trinity Lutheran Church will be holding a Drive Through Ashes Distribution on Ash Wednesday, February 18th. Pastor Dave Saylor will be available that day from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM and Noon to 1:00 PM. You can call the church office at 724.752.3050 after 9:00 am that day if you need to come between those times.  Trinity Lutheran Church is located at 207 Spring Avenue, Ellwood City, PA 16117 All are welcome and will receive a brief Lenten devotional. For questions or more information, call the church at 724-752-3050 or email, triquet2@zoominternet.net.

February 12, 2026

PUBLIC SAFETY NOTICE: Lock Your Vehicle, Shovel Your Sidewalks

The Ellwood City Police and Fire Departments have each issued public safety notices related to the winter weather, snow, and safety of our community. A Message from Ellwood City Police Department and Sgt. Michael McBride: To the residents of Ellwood City and Ellport: With the warmer weather approaching, we want to remind everyone to please keep your vehicle doors locked and remove any valuables from sight. We have recently received reports of vehicles being entered and items being taken. Most of these incidents involve unlocked cars, making them easy targets. A simple step like locking your doors can greatly reduce…