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November 26, 2025

Bernstine to Host Senior Citizen Breakfast in Ellwood City

HARRISBURG – Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) invites senior citizens from the 8th Legislative District to attend his upcoming Senior Citizen Breakfast. The event will be held on Wednesday, Dec. 3, from 10:30 a.m. to noon, at the Wayne Township Fire Hall, located at 5153 Ellwood Road, Ellwood City. “Pennsylvania is home to one of the largest senior populations in the country, and it’s important every senior has access to the resources and support they deserve,” said Bernstine. “I look forward to meeting with residents, hearing their concerns and making sure they have the information they need to thrive.” Seniors will…

November 20, 2025

Riverside High School Hosting Senior Citizen Program

Riverside High School Student Council will be hosting their Annual Senior Citizen Program on Wednesday, December 17th. The program is scheduled to take place from 12:00 p.m. until 2:15 p.m. The event is free to all senior citizens. The day will consist of the High School Band, Choir and elementary choir students performing in the High School Auditorium followed by a Holiday Dinner. Please call 724 758-7512 ext. 3000 for reservations or email wknab@rbcsd.com by December 10th.

November 19, 2025

Borough Of Ellwood City Advertising Upcoming Board Vacancies

According to information made available by the borough, the Ellwood City Borough Council is advertising the vacancies on the following Boards and Commissions of Ellwood City Borough: Zoning Hearing Board, Planning Commission, Economic Development Authority, Civil Service Commission, Library Board, Board of Health, and Recreation Board. Any Borough resident interested in serving on any of the above positions is asked to submit a letter of interest to the Borough Secretary, 525 Lawrence Avenue, Ellwood City, PA 16117. All letters must be due/postmarked on or before 4:00 p.m. on December 5, 2025. For questions, please contact the borough at 724-758-7777 x7777.

November 19, 2025

Dr Brad Brown’s Magic leaves Historical Society Spellbound

Members and guests were entertained by the magic and stories of local magician and dentist, Dr. Brad Brown at the November meeting of the Ellwood City Area Historical Society on November 10th. The near-capacity crowd at the Bob and Janice Barensfeld Meeting Room learned how Dr. Brown became interested in magic at an early age thanks to weekly magician guests on the Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson. It was these performances that drove him to pursue the art for himself because as he said, “I just couldn’t stand not knowing how the tricks were done.” This led to countless hours…

November 18, 2025

Bernstine Co-Hosts Town Hall Meeting on Property Tax Elimination

HARRISBURG – Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) will join Reps. Jeremy Shaffer (R-Allegheny) and Roman Kozak (R-Beaver) to host a town hall on property tax elimination. The event will take place on Thursday, Nov. 20, beginning at 5 p.m., at the West Deer American Legion located at 57 Superior Road, Tarentum. “Property taxes keep climbing and that has real consequences for people in our communities,” said Bernstine. “People should not have to worry about losing their homes or feeling pushed out of Pennsylvania. This town hall is a chance for everyone to learn more about what is being discussed in Harrisburg…

November 14, 2025

Ellwood City Wolves Club Monthly Meeting Update

The Ellwood City Wolves Club Den 11 held their November meeting on Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at the Connoquenessing Country Club. President Mike DeOtto reminded members to reserve their places at the annual Christmas Party on Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. The Party will be held at the Connoquenessing Country Club. President DeOtto reminded members to pay their dues for 2026. President DeOtto reported on nominations for positions on the Board of Directors which will be held at their January meeting, There is no December meeting. Positions on the Board run for three year terms. Also discussed at…

November 14, 2025

Tenaris-Owned Steel Recycling Services Acquired Koppel Scrap Processing Yard

Tenaris announced this week that its subsidiary, Steel Recycling Services, has acquired the Beaver Falls scrap processing yard from SA Recycling. The yard is located adjacent to Tenaris’s steelmaking facility in Koppel, Pennsylvania, and it covers approximately 39 acres. The investment enables Tenaris to integrate its steel production with scrap processing, streamlining and optimizing its production process in the US, and strengthening its domestic manufacturing capabilities. SA Recycling will continue operating the yard during a transition period, until early 2026. Tenaris is a leading global manufacturer and supplier of steel pipe products and related services for the world’s energy industry…

November 12, 2025

Moose Club Collecting Items For Community Food Drive, Hosting Sub Sale

The Ellwood City Moose Club will be collecting non-perishable food items for the Ellwood City Community Food Drive. The club will collect food items until November 14th and new/very lightly used coats until November 30th at the club for the Divine Grace Parish Winter Coat Drive. Ellwood City Moose Club is also hosting a sub sale fundraiser on Saturday, November 15th: 12″ American or Italian Subs $10 available starting 9:00 a.m. at four area locations (see attached picture)

November 5, 2025

Magic Man Dr. Brad Brown To Highlight ECAHS Meeting On Monday

He can make a toothache disappear, but will be on on display at Ellwood City Historical Society on Monday, November 10th. Local Dentist, Dr. Bradley Brown, DDS, will demonstrate the magic that helped him get through Columbia University with a degree in Biochemistry and Dental School at the Ohio State University as a Doctor of Dental Surgery. Dr. Brown began his Family Dental Practice in Ellwood City in 1989 and has also demonstrated his lifelong passion for magic as a featured magician at many local venues. His office is currently located at the corner of Fifth Street and Fountain Avenue…

November 4, 2025

Riverside Lions Club Community Updates, New Leadership Announced

The Riverside Lions will have different leadership for the first time in FOURTEEN years.  Pictured below (left to right) are Lee Barnhart, incoming President, Kendra Gagilano, incoming 1st Vice President and outgoing president PDG Chip Campbell.  Although Lee has been a member for a short while, he is following in his Grandpap’s footsteps, Past-President Jim Westlund, who joined the club many years ago.  Before becoming a Lion Lee helped in every event we hosted, along with his Grandma Sue and his Mother Megan. Also, non-members. Joan Bowser was inducted into the District 14 N Honor Roll of Lions.  She was…