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July 17, 2025

Zach Hare Named MaxPreps.com Small Town National Player Of The Year

Riverside senior Zach Hare has collected some additional hardware in addition to his WPIAL and PIAA State Championship rings. Hare was named the MaxPreps Pennsylvania Player of the Year and named to its PA All-America honors. Small Town All-America Team includes only players who attend schools with an enrollment under 1,000 students in a town with a population under 10,000. P — Zach Hare, Sr., Riverside (Ellwood City, Pa.) Hare earned MaxPreps Pennsylvania Player of the Year and All-America honors after an astounding playoff performance. He threw 34 consecutive no-hit innings in the postseason (36.1 including regular season) with three no-hitters (one…

July 17, 2025

Wander Ellwood Rescheduled for Wednesday, July 23, Because of Rain Storms

Wander Ellwood’s July event has been rescheduled for Wednesday July 23 after rain storms forced the first cancellation ever of the beloved event. Councilman Brad Ovial said the event is so popular the Chamber of Commerce wouldn’t consider not rescheduling it. Per the Chamber, “Entertainment details for the new date are still being confirmed, and we’ll share more as soon as possible. Thanks for your understanding. We’ll see you next week!” This open street night, organized by the Ellwood City Area Chamber of Commerce, transforms Lawrence Avenue into a bustling hub of activity from 5 to 9 p.m. The event showcases…

July 17, 2025

Memorial Bricks from Ellwood City Hospital Get New Home in Ewing Park

144 bricks … not just bricks, but bricks that memorialized the loved ones of Ellwood City Residents were moved from the Ellwood City Hospital site to a new permanent home in Ewing Park. Ellwood City Mayor Anthony J. Court led the initiative to remove the memorial bricks from the former Ellwood City Hospital site. Thanks to his leadership and coordination with Borough Manager Kevin Swogger and the public works department, the bricks were successfully and efficiently moved to their new home in Ewing Park. Mayor Anthony J. Court was approached by several concerned residents regarding the memorial bricks displayed at…

July 16, 2025

PHOTOS: Lincoln Class Of 1954 Celebrates 71st Reunion

The Lincoln Class of 1954 First Luncheon 71st Reunion was held on Saturday, July 5th at Shakespeare’s Restaurant and Pub. Arrivals were greeted by chairmen Ilene Gardner and Pudue LaCava and received name tags from Judy Portugallo. Guests were seated at tables decorated in red, white and blue and place settings were marked with bags of goodies provided by Gardner. Festivities began with a welcome from Gardner acknowledging Chairman John Tino’s organizing and efforts and was unable to attend due to conflicts in schedules. She acknowledged the 14 class members and their seven guests in attendance and all the assistance…

July 16, 2025

Bernstine Votes ‘No’ on Irresponsible State Budget Proposal

HARRISBURG – Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) released the following statement after voting “no” on the 2025–26 Pennsylvania state budget, as House Democrats pushed through House Bill 1330, the General Appropriations bill. “This proposal spends too much, lacks transparency and sets up Pennsylvania for long-term fiscal trouble. “We are being asked to vote on a $50.6 billion spending plan without a full financial sheet, without a tax code and without a fiscal code. That’s not how responsible government works. “A budget isn’t just about how much money we spend; it’s about how that money is spent and how it impacts our future….

July 15, 2025

BC3 Workshop On July 16th To Help Students File For Federal, State Grants

Thirty-minute Butler County Community College workshops will assist current and prospective students in completing an application for financial aid whose grants could cover the cost of the college’s tuition and fees for 2025-2026, a BC3 administrator said. The college’s financial aid staff can help guests to file an application for federal and state grants during a Free Application for Federal Student Aid workshop from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. July 16 in Room 169 of the Student Success Center on BC3’s main campus in Butler Township. Guests who plan to attend can RSVP at bc3.edu/fafsa Federal and state grants do…

July 15, 2025

Mayor Court Announces 4th Beautification Award Winner

Mayor Court presented the fourth 2025 Beautification Award to Dawn and Anthony Santagata of 1 Pittsburgh Circle, honoring their commitment to maintaining an exceptional landscape. The Santagata’s received a yard sign to display and a gift certificate to a local restaurant in recognition of their efforts. Since the program began, Dawn and Anthony have been a consistent nominee—an ongoing testament to the admiration they have earned from their neighbors according to Mayor Court. “Their dedication and care continue to inspire, it’s wonderful to celebrate individuals like Dawn and Anthony who take such pride in their home,” adds Mayor Court. There…

July 14, 2025

ECASD Board of Directors Votes to Not Appeal Findings of Court of Common Pleas Regarding Softball Field

The Ellwood City Area School District will not appeal the findings of the Court of Common Pleas denying a proposed softball field in the Ewing Park School location. The ECASD Board of Directors voted on a motion to approve the Notice of Appeal filed in Case No. 70012 of 2025 MD in the Court of Common Pleas of Lawrence County during the July 14 Combined meeting of the board. The motion failed following “No” votes from Kevin Boariu; Kathy Galbreath; Kathy Tillia; and Norman Boots. “Yes” votes were cast by Jennifer Tomon, board president; Jean Biehls, board vice president; Dr….

July 14, 2025

74th Ellwood City Little League Tournament Begins Monday Night

The 74th Ellwood City Little League Tournament will begin Monday evening, July 14th with a double-header on tonight at Freidhoff Field. Central Valley will meet Neshannock at 5:45 PM and Ellwood City will meet New Castle at 8:00 PM. The tournament, the second oldest Little League tournament in the country next to the Little League World Series, began in 1952. Before each teams’ first game, the 24th Annual Home Run Derby will be held. The tournament continues all week through the weekend with the championship game set for next Monday, July 21. The Championship Game on Monday, July 21 will…

July 13, 2025

Ellwood City Area Historical Society – July 2025 Update

The Historical Society had its monthly board meeting, July 7th. The Ways and Means committee gave its report on the donations received from the Annual Fund Drive. The Annual Fund Drive-started on June 15th and will end on August 15, 2025. Andy kindle, Fund Drive Chairman, stated the goal this year is raise $ 12,000.00, which is a third of e what our annual budget of $ 36,000. Angela Hyde, society treasurer, gave an update on donations received up to Monday. The total amount received is $ 4,210.00. The committee than discuss how it could raise another $ 8,000.00 before…