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December 11, 2025

All Aboard Ellwood Celebrates Community Support 

Ellwood City — All Aboard Ellwood (AAE) was honored to take part in Ellwood City’s annual Let There Be Lights celebration, joining residents, businesses, and community organizations in kicking off the holiday season. AAE extends its sincere gratitude to Byrne Bros. Towing for their partnership during the event and for their ongoing support. The organization also recognizes the tremendous contributions of the Ellwood City Area Chamber of Commerce, the Ellwood Area Historical Society, and the many individuals and businesses whose generosity continues to propel AAE’s mission forward. Thanks to this strong community backing, AAE is excited to announce that it is close to reaching its fundraising goal. The…

December 8, 2025

Ride Ellsworth The Trolley To Christmas In The Park This Weekend

The Ellwood City Area Historical Society is sponsoring trolley rides to Christmas in the Park from 6:30 to 8:30 on Friday and Saturday evenings December 12th and 13th. Ellsworth the Trolley will load at the History Center, 310 5th Street for the narrated round trip. The museum will be open for those waiting between tours. Donations will be accepted with equal shares of the proceeds going to the Chamber of Commerce selected recipients for each evening and the Historical Society. Ellsworth will be towed by Shawn Plassmeyer of Plassmeyer Towing who is donating his services for this event.

December 8, 2025

The New Castle Playhouse Presents Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer – The Musical

Based on the beloved 1964 television special, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer – The Musical brings the classic holiday story to life on stage with all the characters audiences know and love. Rudolph never feels like he belongs in Christmastown because of his glowing red nose, so he sets off on a journey to find a place where he fits in. Along the way, he meets fellow misfits and discovers that what makes him different is exactly what makes him special. When a snowstorm threatens to keep Santa’s sleigh from taking flight, it’s Rudolph who rises to the occasion to save…

December 5, 2025

Local Writers Publish Sports-Mystery Conspiracy Novel

Three local writers have collaborated to publish Game Changers, a sports-mystery conspiracy novel that takes place at the intersection of a corrupt government, big business, sports, and gambling. The book is available from Amazon at the following link: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0G2GFGS1C Co-authored by Tim Wesley and Tom Bickert (of Ellwood City), and edited by Jim Pane, Game Changers is an intriguing glimpse into a fictional sports conspiracy started by a low-level government employee.  The tale includes a corrupt businessman, a mobster, and a reporter digging for the facts. “Our story is captivating and the characters are classics,” Wesley said.  “There’s Sherman Shipton,…

December 5, 2025

Borough of Ellwood City Seeks Full-Time Patrolman

According to a release made available by the borough, Ellwood City is seeking a full-time patrolman. Please see job listing for Full Time Patrolman by clicking the link below: The Borough of Ellwood City is accepting applications for the position of Full-Time Patrolman (Civil Service position). An application form is required to be completed and submitted with a non-refundable fee of $35.00 payable to the Borough of Ellwood City, c/o Borough Manager, 525 Lawrence Avenue, Ellwood City, PA 16117. Deadline for receipt of completed applications and fee is Monday, December 22, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. Applications may be obtained at…

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…