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November 6, 2026

Riverside Christmas Angel Drive Continues Thru December 8th

Help make Christmas brighter for children in our community! The Riverside Christmas Angel Drive, hosted by Franklin Township, continues through Friday, December 8th. After an abundance of toys were collected last year, the drive is especially asking for gift card donations to help meet each child’s individual needs. Gift cards are appreciated this year, but toys, gifts, and supplies are also welcome! Every donation helps make a difference. Donation Ideas: Gift cards – Grocery stores, Walmart, Target, restaurants, clothing stores, etc. Toys, games, and puzzles Personal care and hygiene products Blankets, socks, makeup, and other gifts Drop-Off Locations: Franklin Township…

November 5, 2026

ECASD Hosts Public Hearing Regarding Three-Building Configuration Options

Ellwood City Area School District and its Board of Directors hosted a public hearing Wednesday, November 4, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. to discuss the possibility of closing one of the district’s school buildings. During the hearing, District Superintendent Amy Anderson, presented the three-building configuration options, which are currently under active review. Anderson presented five options including two scenarios for closing North Side, one scenario for closing Perry, one scenario for closing Hartman, and also a scenario that she labeled status quo, which basically means no change to the District’s current building configuration. (See the presentation here). (Find information about District…

November 5, 2026

Real Estate Transfers For October 2026

Don’t be scared by a move in October, many area residents took the time to relocate during the month. This is the time of year when things begin transitioning out of the fall market and into the down season for many in real estate although the area recently experienced mild to warm fall weather alongside steady home prices. According to Redfin.com, the median sale price of a home in Lawrence County was $175,000 over the last 3 months, down 4.1% since the same period last year. The median sale price per square foot in Lawrence County is $121, down 2.0%…

November 5, 2026

Western Pennsylvania Author’s New Book Asks Why Good Employees Keep Leaving

“Most people in Ellwood City work with someone who has autism or ADHD, or have it themselves, and the book is about why good employees leave and what coworkers and managers can do about it. For the past three years I’ve worked with the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission on how it hires and supports its employees, so the ideas come from work right here in the region,” says author Racheal Pallares Pallares, from Saint Petersburg, PA and founder and owner of Neurodiversity Training Institute, releases The Right Room on Nov. 11 When one company kept losing its audit team every six…

November 4, 2026

Riverside Elementary Celebrates Fall with K-5 Annual Fall Party

Riverside Elementary School students in grades K-5 enjoyed a day filled with fall festivities on Friday, October 30, during the school’s annual Fall Party. The celebration began with a festive parade, giving students and staff the opportunity to show off their creative costumes. The excitement continued as students returned to their classrooms for fall parties filled with fun and engaging activities. Throughout the afternoon, students participated in a variety of games, enjoyed delicious treats, and created festive artwork. The classrooms were filled with laughter, creativity, and plenty of seasonal fun. The annual Fall Party provided a wonderful opportunity for students…

November 3, 2026

Vision Ministries Presented ‘Beyond The Stigma’

Vision Ministries recently presented a program titled, Beyond the Stigma: Understanding Addiction, at the New Englander in New Castle, Pennsylvania recently. The program focused on the impact of illegal narcotics and the efforts communities are making to protect children, support families, reduce crime, and create safer neighborhoods, featuring protection against illegal narcotics. The event highlighted the importance of education, prevention, and community partnerships in addressing substance abuse and its effects on families and communities. Participants discussed ways local organizations, law enforcement, and community leaders can work together to combat addiction while providing support and resources to those affected. Mayor Anthony…

November 2, 2026

Wolves Club Hosts October Meeting

The Ellwood City Wolves Club Den 11 held their October meeting on October 28, 2026 at Nico Luciano’s restaurant. The members and guests dined on stuffed eggplant, sausage and peppers and onions and penne with mini meatballs. President Mike DeOtto reported on the three fundraisers of this past year: the Golf Bash in February, the Ellwood City Arts and Crafts Festival and the Oktoberfest. All three were successful. The funds primarily go to their Scholarship program. However they split the Oktoberfest with the Ellwood City Rotary Club and another organization. In the past it has been the Ellwood City Lions…

November 1, 2026

ENTER NOW! EllwoodCity.org Halloween Costume Contest

It’s time again for the annual EllwoodCity.org Halloween Costume Contest. Each year we have received dozens of entries – and 2026 will be no different! Let’s make this year even more spooky or funny with your son or daughter’s costume photo submission! Submissions be accepted as through end-of-business hours on Tuesday, November 3rd. All submitted photos will appear on EllwoodCity.org’s Facebook page on Wednesday, November 4th as a photo gallery. Then, voting will begin as soon as the gallery is published and continues on until 4:00 p.m. on Monday, November 9th. To vote for your favorite photo, simply ‘LIKE’ it,…

October 31, 2026

PHOTOS: Ellwood City Defeated By Beaver On Senior Night

Ellwood City was defeated 56-26 by Beaver on Friday night at Helling Stadium to wrap up its regular season. In an aerial showing, Bobcats standout Jaivin Peel threw for 357 yards and six touchdowns while Wolverines quarterback Tyler Amicone nearly matched him with 356 yards and three touchdowns for Ellwood City. The game featured combined 983 yards of total offense from both teams. After Beaver opened up the scoring, Amicone connected on two long touchdown passes, 73-yards and 87-yards, to Kamron Hockenberry to put Ellwood City ahead 13-7 at the end of the first quarter. The lead was short lived…

October 31, 2026

Ellwood City Public Library Activities For Week Of November 2nd

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. TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3 10:30 a.m.- 11:15 a.m. –“Music, Movement and More,” a program for children to dance, sing and listen to stories. 6:00 p.m….