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Holy Name Society Installs New Members

The mission of Divine Grace Parish’s Holy Name Society at Holy Redeemer Church is to promote reverence for the sacred names of God and Jesus Christ and help members grow in holiness. They’re also growing in number. Society president Frank Aloi says 23 new members recently were installed, bringing total membership to nearly 100. Men are invited to join. All who belong must be firm believers of what the Catholic Church believes and teaches, and put these beliefs and teachings into practice in their daily lives. The Holy Name Society focuses on the Corporal and Spiritual Works of Mercy, service…


POLICE: Weekly Police Blotter

FLEEING: John Tindall, 22, of Ellwood City, is charged with fleeing an officer after an traffic stop on Factory Avenue on September 24th. According to a criminal complaint, and at approximately 6:01 p.m., officers apprehended Tindall after he attempted to flee the officers from near Factory Ave for speeding through multiple stop signs on a motorcycle. Police were able to detain him without incident and were advised that the registration was two years out of date and that Tindall did not possess a valid license to operate the vehicle according to the complaint. FLEEING: Shyanne Getty, 34, of Portersville, is…


Franklin Twp VFD Celebrating 90 Year Anniversary With Open House On Saturday

Franklin Township is proud to share that the Franklin Township Volunteer Fire Department is celebrating 90 years of service (1935–2025)! To honor this milestone, the Fire Department will be hosting an Open House on Saturday, October 4th at the Frisco Station located at 808 Old Zelienople Road, Ellwood City. All residents are invited to come out and join in the celebration. The open house event will take place from 11:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. with many activities. Event Schedule: 11:00 AM – Doors Open 11:30 AM – Dedication Ceremony 12:00 PM – Complimentary Refreshments 1:00 PM – Cake Cutting 3:00…


Pitt Race To Close At End Of 2025

According to news sources and a social media post, Pittsburgh International Race Complex will be sold to a developer. The track will honor its remaining 2025 dates before its closing. Located in Wampum, less than 10 miles outside of Ellwood City, Pitt Race has served racers since the early 2002, when it opened as BeaveRun Motorsports Complex. On Wednesday, October 1, 9:30 p.m., Pitt Race confirmed its closure on its Facebook page with the following message: In 2011, current owners Jim and Kathy Stout bought the facility that consists of more than 400 acres. They renamed it the Pittsburgh International Race Complex…


Franklin Township Blood Drive Is October 31st – Get a Halloween Treat!

Franklin Township is excited to invite you to participate in our upcoming Blood Drive on Friday, October 31, from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM, hosted right here in the township! Location: The Bloodmobile will be parked at Franklin Township Municipal Building, 897 Route 288, Fombell, PA How to Donate: Sign up at vitalant.org using Blood Drive Code: UC5990039 Or call 877-25-VITAL (877-258-4825) to schedule your donation. Special Halloween Giveaway! As a thank-you, all donors will receive a free glow-in-the-dark t-shirt (choose from two fun designs – while supplies last)! Please see the flyer for more details. Let’s come together as…


Keller, Rozanski Wrap Up Two-Day Class 2A Golf Championships

Jordan Keller finished with a 2-day score of 169 (86-83, +26) to earn a 26th place finish in the 2025 WPIAL Class 2A Boys’ Individual Championships. The two day event wrapped up Tuesday at Valley Brook Country Club in McMurray, PA after opening at the Hill Crest Country Club in Lower Burrell last week. Jaxon Rozanski (86-85, +28) finished in 32nd for Ellwood City. Both Wolverine golfers failed to make the cut and advance to the PIAA. The cut line was +19 for the Class 2A Individual Championships. Keller birdied the Par 4 8th hole en route to his round…


Arise Puts Up Bows and Signs in Ellwood City to Honor Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Throughout October, Arise is recognizing Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) by placing purple bows and awareness signs across Ellwood City. These visible reminders symbolize hope, healing, and a united stand against domestic violence. Domestic violence affects individuals and families in every community. By placing bows and signs around town, Arise hopes to spark conversations, spread awareness, and let survivors know they are not alone. “Domestic Violence Awareness Month is about more than education—it’s about creating a community where survivors feel supported and seen,” said Grace Schmarewski, Education & Outreach Coordinator at Arise. “The purple bows remind us that domestic violence…


15th Annual Ellwood City Oktoberfest Is Saturday

The 15th Annual Oktoberfest will be held on Saturday October 4th from 12pm to 5pm in Ewing Park Rain or Shine. $30 presell or $35 at the door. Conceived by Wolves Club member Matt Walley in 2010, the Annual Ellwood City Oktoberfest turns 15 years old this year. It started out as a fundraiser for the club with games, local brewers, craft beers and food. Donnie Iris, member of the 1970s band Jaggerz made an appearance in 2011 with samples of his beer King Cool Light. The event benefitted the Library, Christmas in the Park and Wolves Club Scholarships. In…


2025 Riverside Homecoming Court Announced

The Riverside High School has announced its 2025 Homecoming Court. Homecoming Game is Friday, October 3rd at 7:00 p.m. Pregame starts at 6:30 p.m. Crowning of the 2025 Homecoming Queen will take place during halftime of the Panthers football game against the Freedom Area Bulldogs. The Riverside Homecoming dance is Saturday, October 4th at 7:30 p.m. at the Riverside High School. There is no homecoming king. Roslyn Steinbach was crowned the 2024 Riverside Homecoming last September. PICTURED BELOW (From left to right) Jocilene Cummings, Elliot Hardy, Breonna Wissinger, Olyvia Annarumo, Christina Valencia & Isabella Hall


PHOTOS: 2025 Ellwood City Fall Fest

The 2025 Ellwood City Fall Fest took place on a warm September Saturday in downtown Ellwood City. The annual spectacle features a car cruise and many street vendors. As many as 600 cars adorned Lawrence Avenue and with live music, 50 plus vendors, food trucks, kids games and crafts, and a petting zoo, the fall festival was another autumn success. For downtown, next up is the annual Ellwood City Halloween Parade scheduled for Saturday, October 25th. Time to bring on the candy, costumes, and spooky cheer! Picture lanterns bobbing, whimsical floats rolling, and trick-or-treaters—or even vampires!—marching down Lawrence Avenue. Halloween…