Articles by Press Releases

October 7, 2026

NOTICE: Political Signs NOT Allowed Without Registration

According to a press release made available by the Borough of Ellwood City, no candidate for political office, whether local, county, state or federal, shall post any political signs on Borough property without registering at the Ellwood City Municipal Building, 525 Lawrence Avenue, Ellwood City, PA 16117. This registration procedure involves a $50 deposit, which will be returned if the following regulations are complied with: no sign shall be placed prior to four (4) weeks before the date of election and must be removed within five (5) days after the election. If the signs are left on Borough property after…

October 6, 2026

New Attendance Incentives Encourage Students to Be Present and Ready to Learn at Riverside Elementary

Riverside Beaver County Elementary School is excited to introduce new attendance incentives to celebrate students who make coming to school every day a priority! At the end of each month, all elementary students who have perfect attendance will be entered into a special drawing. One lucky student will be selected to receive a pizza delivered to their home for the student and their family to enjoy together! September’s winner is kindergarten student Kristiana Kreuzer from Mr. Williams’ classroom. Congratulations, Kristiana! The school will also recognize students who demonstrate outstanding attendance throughout the school year. At the end of each nine-week grading period,…

October 1, 2026

Borough of Ellwood City Announces 2026 Food Drive

The Borough of Ellwood City has announced its 2026 Borough-wide food drive to benefit the Divine Grace Food Pantry. The food drive will run from October 5th to November 9th, 2026. If you are interested in hosting a box in your business, please email rschnell@ellwoodcityborough.com. If you would like to donate items for the food pantry, there will be a box for donations at the Utility Billing Window in the Municipal Building. Below is a list of the most requested items per the food bank. Thank you for supporting our friends and neighbors through the Holiday Season!

September 30, 2026

Four Wolverines Advance to WPIAL Individual Championships

The Ellwood City boys golf team continues to build on an impressive season, and four Wolverines have earned the opportunity to compete for a WPIAL Individual Championship at Oakmont CC. Anderson Weisz, Cameron Keller, Adam Jeffcoat and Gino Biondi successfully navigated Tuesday’s WPIAL Individual Championship qualifying round at South Hills Country Club, earning their spots in the championship round at Oakmont Country Club. The qualifying field featured the top 69 golfers from the WPIAL Class 2A section, making the accomplishment even more impressive for the four Ellwood City golfers. Battling through a talented and competitive field, Weisz, Keller, Jeffcoat and…

September 30, 2026

16th Annual Ellwood City Oktoberfest Is Saturday

The 16th Annual Ellwood City Oktoberfest will be held Saturday, October 3rd in Ewing Park, Ellwood City from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. (Rain or Shine). This is a joint fundraiser for The Ellwood City Wolves Club, Den II and The Rotary Club of Ellwood City. Combined, the clubs have over 180 years of community service to the Ellwood City and surrounding area. The 16th Annual Ellwood City Oktoberfest highlights craft brewers, sampling of a variety of craft beers, raffles, auctions and games. The Wrangler Band will be on hand to provide music in the park. Food sampling includes: pretzels,…

September 16, 2026

Route 288/New Castle Rd In Zelienople To Close 3 Days For Railroad Crossing Replacement

PennDOT has announced that Route 288/New Castle Road in Zelienople will be closed at the railroad crossing near Kwik Fill for railroad crossing replacement. Closure: Saturday, September 19 at 6:00 AM through Tuesday, September 22 at 8:00 AM The railroad crossing will be completely closed to traffic during this time. Posted Detour: Traveling toward Zelienople / from the west side of the crossing: Route 288 → Route 588 → Hartzell School Road → Route 68 → Route 19 → back to Route 288 Traveling away from Zelienople / from the east side of the crossing: Route 288 → Route 19…

September 16, 2026

Bernstine Announces State Grants for Butler, Lawrence County Projects

HARRISBURG – Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) today announced nearly $1.2 million in Local Share Account (LSA) grants have been approved by the Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA) to support water infrastructure, road maintenance, public safety and municipal services in Butler and Lawrence counties. Local Share Account grants are funded through gaming revenues under Act 71 of 2004 and support economic development, community improvements and projects that enhance the quality of life for Pennsylvania residents. “These grants will help our local communities address important needs and keep essential services moving forward,” said Bernstine. “Reliable water systems, safe and well-maintained roads, dependable municipal equipment…

September 15, 2026

Innovative Readiness Training (IRT) Program Set To Return To Ellwood City In 2027

The Borough of Ellwood City is proud to announce the return of the IRT (Innovative Readiness Training) program in 2027. The IRT program provided $1.2 million in no-cost medical, dental, optical, veterinary and behavioral health services to Ellwood City and the surrounding areas in 2025 during Operation Healthy Ellwood. “We are proud to welcome the IRT program back to Ellwood City in 2027. I was not present for their first visit in 2025, so I am definitely looking forward to witnessing and participating in the mission next year,” said Jeff Foley, Borough Manager. Foley stated that after reviewing statistics of…

September 14, 2026

Brown, Bernstine Announce State Funding for Local Historical Societies

Reps. Marla Brown (R-Lawrence) and Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) today announced state funding totaling $19,000 for historical organizations in Lawrence and Butler counties through the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission’s Cultural and Historical Support Grant Program. “The Lawrence County Historical Society plays an important role in preserving the stories, records and artifacts that tell the history of our communities,” said Brown. “This funding will help the society continue that work and ensure these valuable pieces of our past remain available for residents and future generations.” “Preserving our history takes the resources to properly care for them,” said Bernstine. “I’m pleased to…

September 11, 2026

Young Voices Again Filling The Halls Of Former St. Agatha Catholic School

This past Sunday, Father Jim Wehner, pastor of Divine Grace Parish, blessed Rosie’s Daycare Center in Ellwood City, located in the former St. Agatha Catholic School at 603 Bridge Street. Owner Mackenzie Annarumo had asked for the blessing and prayers that Jesus and the Blessed Mother will watch over the children and staff. Annarumo opened the daycare facility in late 2025. “Ellwood City is my home. My husband grew up here too,” Annarumo said in December 2025. “There’s a huge need for quality childcare everywhere, and Ellwood needed it—so I did everything I could to meet that need.” St. Agatha…

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