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EC Girls Golf Picks Up First Win of Season, Boys Golf Remains Undefeated

The Ellwood City girls golf team picked up their first win of the regular season Thursday while the boys team keeps on winning. The girls golf team earned their first win of the season Thursday afternoon, knocking off Mohawk 211-217 at Delmar Golf Course. Rori Minerd paced the Lady Wolverines with a low match score of 47. Rylee Prestopine (58), Romy Westlund (60), and Chelsea Baker (62) rounded out the scoring for the victors. Ellwood City (1-4 Overall) next travel to face Sewickley Academy on Monday, August 26th and look to extend a winning streak. For the boys, two victories…


Pine Valley Camp Hosting 11th Annual Ride For Hope

The 11th Annual Pine Valley Ride for Hope will take place on Saturday, September 21th. The ride is set to begin and end at the New Castle Harley-Davidson dealership. After the ride to Pymatuning Spillway, all participants can look forward to a delicious meal provided by Muddy Creek BBQ and musical entertainment by the band Flashback. Cost is $25.00 for a driver, includes a shirt and meal. $15.00 for passenger, and $10 for walk-in diners. Auction and raffle winners announced after the meal. Registration is 9:00-10:30 a.m. with pastries, coffee, and water provided. Ride leaves at 11:00 a.m., Big Meal…


POLICE: Weekly Police Blotter

THEFT: Steven Tedrow, 34, of Ellwood City is charged with Theft after an incident occurring on April 4th at approximately 10:30p.m. A victim told police his credit card was stolen and used for the following purchases: Speedway April 4th, at 11:24p.m. $108.71 for a carton of cigarettes, April 4th at 11:28p.m. $104.31 for a carton of cigarettes, Sunoco Gas Station on April 4th at 11:51p.m. $106.95 declined purchase of a carton of cigarettes according to a criminal complaint. POSSESSION: Chad Smith, 51, of Ellwood City is charged with Possession after a reported incident on or about August 6th. Police, while…


Slippery Rock Presbyterian Church Celebrating 225th Anniversary On Sunday

On Sunday, August 25th, Slippery Rock Presbyterian Church is celebrating a special day – commemorating 225 years of God’s faithfulness at Slippery Rock Church. Come out to celebrate, share a memory and enjoy God’s ministry at the church. The event begins at 10:00 a.m. with worship service led by Rv. Dr. Carolyn Moss.  A potluck luncheon will follow in the social hall and memories will be shared.  The event will move outside, weather permitting, for more time together. The Sanctuary Jazz Band will play music and ice cream will be available for all to enjoy. The church is located at…


All Aboard Ellwood Receives $400,000 Pledge from the May Emma Hoyt Foundation

All Aboard Ellwood Inc., a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving the industrial and railroad heritage of Ellwood City, has received a generous pledge of $400,000 from the May Emma Hoyt Foundation. This substantial commitment will help fund the construction of a replica train station that will house the proposed Industrial and Railroad Museum. A Vision for the Future: The proposed museum, designed to reflect the historic train station that once stood as a landmark in Ellwood City, will highlight the critical role trains played in the region’s industrial development. The museum will feature a variety of interactive exhibits, historical artifacts,…


Ellwood City Wolverines 2024 Fall Sports Tickets Now Available

Tickets for the Ellwood City Wolverines Fall Sport Season will be sold on-line at gofan.co or the Go Fan app. Ellwood City will be slowly making the change to digital ticketing for all sports. There will be no tickets sold at the school at this time.  There will be a limited amount  of Adult tickets, $5.00, that can be purchased at the gate for each home game this season. Senior Citizen tickets will still be sold at the gate for $1.00.   There will be no Student Tickets sold at the school or at the gate this season. Student tickets will…


Borough Manager: Ellwood City to Host Innovative Readiness Training (IRT)

Ellwood City Borough Manager Kevin Swogger announced during Monday night’s regular meeting of the Ellwood City Borough Council that Ellwood City will be the home of Innovative Readiness Training (IRT). IRT is a Department of Defense (DoD) military training opportunity, exclusive to the United States and its territories, that delivers joint training opportunities to increase deployment readiness. Simultaneously, IRT provides key services (health care, construction, transportation, and cybersecurity) with lasting benefits for communities. Ellwood City has been earmarked to receive FREE medical services for the community. Swogger said the service is 100% free to the community with no strings attached…


Ellwood City Boys Golf Team Knocks Off Riverside, Improves To 5-0

Three Wolverine golfers went low on Monday to help Ellwood City remain unbeaten as they knocked off rival Riverside 199-220 at Del Mar Golf Course. Jordan Keller fired a match-low round of 33 to lead the Wolverines.  Jaxon Rozanski and Nate Kennedy also each submitted sub-40 rounds, finishing with rounds of 39 respectively. Andy Lin (46) and Braden Roberts (42) rounded out the scoring for Ellwood City. Drake Fox fired a team-low round of 41 for the Panthers in defeat. Fry and Garvin posted rounds of 44 for the Riverside. Ellwood City will next travel to play at Neshannock on…


Bernstine, Mustello to Host Telephone Town Hall Meeting Sept. 5

BUTLER – Reps. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) and Marci Mustello (R-Butler) are teaming up to host a telephone town hall meeting on Thursday, Sept. 5, at 7 p.m. to engage with constituents and discuss the latest developments from Harrisburg and the local community. “I want to know what’s on your mind,” said Bernstine. “That’s why I’m hosting this telephone town hall meeting, and I hope you will participate. Whether you have questions or simply want to listen in, this is a great opportunity to stay informed and share your thoughts.” “Utilizing technology in this manner to connect with constituents makes this a…


Pie Festival, Panther Night On Thursday!

Both Ellwood City and Riverside school districts will kick off their respective back to school seasons with community events on Thursday, August 22nd. Ellwood City will host its annual Lincoln High School Marching Blue Band Pie Festival at Helling Stadium in Ewing Park. Tickets are $5.00 to redeem for an Amish hand pie and bottle of water. Gates open at 6:00. Show starts at 7:00. Blue Band Boosters will serve pie 6:00-7:00 and will resume serving after the show so everyone can celebrate the athletes and enjoy the show. Tickets for the Pie Festival are available from band students prior…