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February 6, 2026

CCBC And Republic Airways Establish Aviation Career Pipeline Agreement

Monaca, PA – According to Statista projections, the global airline pilot shortage could reach 50,000 by 2025, while the National Air Traffic Controllers Association reports that the FAA is short nearly 4,000 air traffic controllers. To address industry hiring demands and to put future pilots and air controllers on successful career paths, Community College of Beaver County (CCBC) and Republic Airways Inc. have signed an agreement to create the Aviation Career Pipeline Interview Program. The purpose of this agreement is to increase Republic Airways’ access to qualified candidates for certain positions while increasing employment opportunities for graduates of CCBC’s renowned…

February 6, 2026

2026 Historical Society Scholarship Notice

The Ellwood City Area Historical Society will award four (4) fifteen hundred dollar($1,500.00) scholarships this year. All graduating seniors living in the Ellwood City Area School District or the Riverside School District are eligible. Applications and requirements may be obtained from either high school Guidance Counselor, or from the Ellwood City Area Historical Society. The History Center at 310 5th Street is open Monday through Thursday from 10 am until 2 pm. Scholarship competitors may make appointments to use the History Center’s research facilities by calling 724-752-2021. There will be two (2) $1500.00 Robert and Janice Barensfeld Scholarships awarded and…

February 6, 2026

POLICE: Weekly Police Blotter

THEFT: Gary Weir, 41, of Sharon is charged with Theft after an incident on November 21, 2025. According to a criminal complaint, and at approximately 7:00 p.m., a female victim reported several items of her personal property were stolen from her residence on Wayne Avenue. The victim explain her residence had caught fire and she was staying in a hotel but related that a shed on the property had an older model Kawaski ATV, a bicycle, and other miscellaneous items. She was later notified by that individuals hired by the property management company removed the property from the shed and…

February 5, 2026

Lady Panthers Clinch Playoff Berth Behind A Pair Of Emmas

The Riverside girls basketball team has clinched a playoff berth and wrapped up its regular season Thursday with a 52-13 victory over New Brighton. A pair of Emmas will now lead the charge for the Lady Panthers as they forge their way in to the WPIAL Class 3A Playoffs. “Emma Meyer is a tireless worker and Emma Stockman just comes up big game after game,” says first year head coach John Fruehstorfer. Emma Meyer knocked home 26 points on Monday in a 60-17 rout of Sto-Rox and is no stranger to 20-point efforts. Meyer is closing in on 300 points…

February 4, 2026

Riverside Lions Club Community Updates

The Riverside Lions Club continues its community support through various programs and donations. The club offers a series of updates below spotlighting their recent efforts: To start things off the club made a donation to the Ellwood City Library Used Book Sale in the form of gift certificates to be given to any teacher asking for them. The club passed out 80 certificates for the sale. This is the third year we’ve supported the book drive. Increasing the certificate amount each year. The sale is a great opportunity to catch up on you reading for a very reasonable price. The…

February 4, 2026

Republicans React To Governor Shapiro’s Budget Proposal

Bernstine Slams Shapiro’s Out-of-Control Spending, Warns Families Will Pay the Price HARRISBURG – Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence) issued the following statement regarding Gov. Josh Shapiro’s proposed $53.26 billion budget for the 2026-27 fiscal year, a 5.4% increase over last year: “The governor’s budget is out of touch and out of control. He wants to spend billions more than we take in, and he’s relying on new taxes and one-time revenue to cover the difference. On top of that, he plans to raid the Rainy Day Fund, the savings set aside to protect Pennsylvania during tough times, to pay for ongoing…

February 3, 2026

Real Estate Transfers For January 2026

The new year is here! What better way to ring it in than enjoying it in the comforts of your new home! According to Redfin.com, the median sale price of a home in Lawrence County was $126,000 last month, down 12.2% since last year. The median sale price per square foot in Lawrence County is $90, down 15.5% since last year. More specifically, the real estate market in Ellwood City is somewhat competitive. The median sale price of a home in Ellwood City was $121,000 last month, down 24.4% since last year. The median sale price per square foot in…

January 30, 2026

Ellwood City Public Library Activities For Week Of February 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. MONDAY, FEBRUARY 2 10:30 a.m.- “Music and Movement,” a program for kids to sing, play instruments and dance. 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. – “Interactive…

January 29, 2026

Ellwood City Girls Softball League Hosting Sign-Ups Beginning On Saturday

The Ellwood City Girls Softball League will be hosting sign ups on Saturday, January 31st and Saturday, February 7th from 10:00 a.m. to noon and Tuesday, February 10th from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The location of the sign-ups will be the Ellwood City McDonald’s. (Weather permitting) The Ellwood City Girls Softball League is dedicated to providing a fun and supportive environment for nearly 100 girls from the Ellwood City and surrounding areas to enjoy the game of slow-pitch softball. 7U ages 4-7 $100 per player, Games tentatively Tuesday and Thursday 6pm 12U ages 8-12 $150 per player, Games tentatively…

January 28, 2026

Lark Enterprises Awards Client Of The Year At Annual Awards Celebration

The Lark Enterprises, Inc. Annual Awards Dinner and Holiday Celebration was recently held at Medure’s Catering on Butler Road in New Castle, PA Four awards were presented this year. Client of the Year – Ellwood Road, Client of the Year – Green Ridge Drive, the Richard Furlong Award and the Determination Award. Individuals were nominated based on the following criteria: Good Attendance, Ability to Move Forward with their goals, motivated to improve skills, Positive Attitude, Adaptability, Demonstrates Independence. Charles Scurlock was awarded Client of the Year- Ellwood Road. Other nominees were Amy Elmer, Keith Romesburg, Mark Liberatore, the Screen Print…