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August 14, 2026

Court Presents Proclamation To The Ellwood City Baseball Team

Mayor Anthony J. Court recently presented a proclamation to the Ellwood City Baseball Team in recognition of its outstanding season and its WPIAL Class 3A Championship victory. The mayor congratulated the players, coaches, and supporters for their hard work, dedication, and sportsmanship, noting that the team’s championship run brought great pride to the Ellwood City community. “These young athletes have represented Ellwood City with excellence both on and off the field,” said Mayor Court. “Their commitment and teamwork helped them achieve an incredible accomplishment and earn the WPIAL Class 3A title.” The proclamation recognized the team’s achievements and celebrated the…

August 14, 2026

POLICE: Weekly Police Blotter

HARRASSMENT: Jacob Freed, 38, of Portersville, is charged with Harassment after an incident occurring on August 4th. According to a report, PA State Police were informed by a 21-year-old victim that Freed had pushed her into a wall at a residence on Route 488, Perry Township, and refused to allow her to leave. The incident is reported to have taken place between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. and charges are pending according to the report. RECKLESS DRIVING: Chad Henry, 37, of Ellwood City is charged with Reckless Driving after an incident occurring on June 21st. According to…

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August 13, 2026

Homegrown Leadership Brings Keller Williams Steel City to Ellwood City

Real estate is about more than buying and selling homes—it’s about building relationships, investing in communities, and helping people find where they belong. That’s exactly the vision behind the new Keller Williams Steel City office, now open at 237 Route 288, Ellwood City, under the leadership of local Realtors Katelyn Dominelli and Amy Chisholm. The July 2026 opening marks an exciting milestone as the first Keller Williams office in Ellwood City, bringing one of the world’s most recognized real estate brands together with hometown leadership that knows the community inside and out. For Dominelli, opening the office wasn’t simply a…

August 13, 2026

Delmar Golf Course Champions Dinner

Former Delmar Club Champions gathered for a special evening of fellowship and reflection as they celebrated 66 years of accomplishments, cherished memories, and personal milestones at Delmar Golf Course. The evening provided a meaningful opportunity to honor the individuals whose dedication, talent, and commitment have helped shape the rich history and tradition of Delmar Golf Course. As part of the celebration, Delmar proudly recognized Tyler Good, 2025 Delmar Club Champion, for his outstanding performance and accomplishment last season. Tyler was joined by his fellow 2025 Delmar champions, Keigan Hopper, Gino Biondi, Colten Crizer, Donnie Mulig, Brad Linville and Jordan Keller….

August 13, 2026

RED CROSS: Blood Crisis Persists, Donors Needed Now To Help Protect Patient Care

The American Red Cross continues to urge donors of all blood types to act now and make an appointment to give blood or platelets amid the ongoing national blood crisis. Just three additional donors at every blood drive could help further stabilize the blood supply and ensure patients continue receiving lifesaving care. Since issuing only the second blood crisis in Red Cross history in late July, thousands of generous donors have stepped up to help save lives. At the same time, the blood supply remains under severe pressure, just as many communities transition to back-to-school schedules and people enjoy final…

August 11, 2026

ECASD Board of Directors Denies Proposal for Charter Student Recruitment

Ellwood City Area School District’s Board of Directors voted against a proposal from the Allegheny Intermediate Unit to assist the district with implementation of charter student recruitment. The proposal included a basic $2,995 package to assist with implementation of charter student recruitment; opposition research for production of marketing documents, phone scripts, and talking points; graphics support for design of digital and physical marketing documents (Documents included brochures, postcards, and website content, with materials not included in cost of agreement); and coordinate and assist district administration with one day of door-to-door visits. Four board directors voted “Yes,” including Jean Biehls, Jennifer…

August 11, 2026

Ellwood City Area School District Approves New Student Cell Phone Policy

In a statement release by the school district this week, the Ellwood City Area School District has approved a new student cell phone policy. Superintendent Amy Anderson provided the following statement on behalf of the district: The Ellwood City Area School District has approved a new student cell phone policy designed to create a more supportive learning environment with fewer distractions and greater opportunities for students to engage with their teachers, classmates, and school community. We recognize that technology plays an important role in students’ lives, and we believe schools have a responsibility to help students find a healthy balance…

August 10, 2026

Johns Claims Second Delmar Club Championship in Dramatic Fashion

DELMAR — Stephen Johns knows something about playing in front of a crowd. Johns, a former Dallas Stars defenseman, made a living performing under the bright lights. On Sunday, he once again found himself in the spotlight — this time on the fairways of Delmar Golf Course. Johns closed with a steady, even-par 72 to capture his second Delmar Golf Course Club Championship, holding off 2025 runner-up Michael Pope and Preston Turk by a single stroke at the 66th annual championship. Johns entered the final round one shot behind overnight leader Luca Carsele, who opened the championship with a sparkling…

August 8, 2026

Ellwood City Public Library Activities For Week Of August 10th

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. BOOK SALE COLLECTION: We are now taking donations for the book sale in October. We do not take text books, readers digest condensed books, magazines, encyclopedias or VHS tapes. Activities…

August 7, 2026

Coach Rak’s Free Basketball Camp Continues to Make a Difference

More than 40 local children spent part of their summer on the basketball court thanks to the third annual Coach Rak Free Youth Basketball Camp. Open to boys and girls ages 6–12, this year’s camp welcomed 40 young athletes—25 boys and 15 girls—for five days of basketball fundamentals, skill development, teamwork, and fun. Whether campers were picking up a basketball for the first time or sharpening their skills, each child was encouraged to learn, improve, and enjoy the game. The camp was made possible through the support of an outstanding group of volunteer coaches and mentors, including Coach Campman, Coach…