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March 18, 2026

Local High School Theatre Arts: Two Shows; Two Spectacular Casts … Get Your Tickets Now!!!

If you haven’t purchased your tickets yet for Riverside Beaver School District’s production of Frozen and Lincoln High School’s production of Little Shop of Horrors, what are you waiting for? The local theatre season is in full swing, and the casts of both shows welcome and encourage you to come out and support the students who work so hard to produce the shows, from the stage managers, to the leads, to the supporting cast, to the kids who put together the sets, it’s a theatre community effort that you don’t want to miss! Here is a special message from the…

March 18, 2026

PART TWO: Riverside High School’s Production of Frozen Cast Q&A

The Riverside High School Theater will present the musical, Frozen March 19-22 in the high school auditorium. A cast and crew of over 80 students from the school district will participate in the production directed by Brent Rodgers.  This is the 63rd anniversary of theatre at Riverside. Full of magic, humor, and a stunning musical score, Frozen is a powerful tale of sisterhood, acceptance, and finding the real meaning of true love We caught up with some of the leads in the show for a cast Q&A. Today’s Q&A is PART TWO in a three-part series about Frozen. Featured tomorrow will be part three,…

March 17, 2026

PART ONE: Riverside High School’s Production of Frozen Cast Q&A

The Riverside High School Theater will present the musical, Frozen March 19-22 in the high school auditorium. A cast and crew of over 80 students from the school district will participate in the production directed by Brent Rodgers.  This is the 63rd anniversary of theatre at Riverside. Full of magic, humor, and a stunning musical score, Frozen is a powerful tale of sisterhood, acceptance, and finding the real meaning of true love We caught up with some of the leads in the show for a cast Q&A. Today’s Q&A is PART ONE in a three-part series about Frozen. Featured tomorrow will be part 2…

March 14, 2026

Ellwood City Public Library Activities For Week Of March 16th

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, MARCH 16 10:30 a.m. – “Music and Movement,” come and sing, play instruments and dance. 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. – “Interactive Play,”…

March 8, 2026

Bernstine to Host Concealed Carry Seminar in Ellwood City on Wednesday

ELLWOOD CITY – Gun owners and those interest in learning more about Pennsylvania’s gun laws are invited to a concealed carry seminar hosted by Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Butler/Lawrence). The free event will take place on Wednesday, March 11, from 5:30-7:30 p.m., at the Ellwood City Municipal Building, 525 Lawrence Ave., Ellwood City. “This event will be a great learning opportunity for anyone who is considering applying for a concealed carry permit, as well as existing permit holders,” said Bernstine. “This seminar will teach you how best to protect yourself and others from danger, while still being safe, responsible and obeying…

March 7, 2026

Ellwood City Public Library Activities For Week Of March 9th

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, MARCH 9 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. – “Interactive Play,” children can play hands-on with various items. TUESDAY, MARCH 10 10:30 a.m. –…

March 6, 2026

Save the Dates! Local High School Musicals to Hit the Stage in March: PART 2: Lincoln High School Presents Little Shop of Horrors

Note this is part 2 of a two-part series introducing the local high school musicals. Today’s part will feature dates of both shows and details about the Lincoln presentation of Little Shop of Horrors. March is an exciting month for local high school theatre arts. Both Riverside Beaver County High School and Lincoln High School will present musicals. Riverside’s stage will be “chilled” but the cast will warm the audience with Frozen. Lincoln High School will delight the crowd with the beloved Little Shop of Horrors. Be sure to save the dates and stay tuned to Ellwoodcity.org for highlights, cast…

March 5, 2026

Save the Dates! Local High School Musicals to Hit the Stage in March: Part 1: Riverside Presents Frozen

Note this is part 1 of a two-part series introducing the local high school musicals. Today’s part will feature dates of both shows and details about the Riverside presentation of Frozen. March is an exciting month for local high school theatre arts. Both Riverside Beaver County High School and Lincoln High School will present musicals. Riverside’s stage will be “chilled” but the cast will warm the audience with Frozen. Lincoln High School will delight the crowd with the beloved Little Shop of Horrors. Be sure to save the dates and stay tuned to Ellwoodcity.org for highlights, cast Q&As, image galleries,…

March 2, 2026

Ellwood City Volunteer Fire Department to Host “Felix and Fingers Dueling Pianos” Fundraiser

The Ellwood City Volunteer Fire Department is turning up the heat for a great cause with an exciting night of live entertainment, raffles, and fun at its upcoming “Felix and Fingers Dueling Pianos” fundraiser. The event will take place on Saturday, March 14, 2026, at the Sons of Italy, 808 Lawrence Avenue, Ellwood City, PA. Doors open at 6:00 p.m., and the show begins at 7:00 p.m. Guests will enjoy an interactive, high-energy dueling piano performance by Felix and Fingers, known for their crowd participation and wide-ranging musical repertoire. The evening will also feature raffles, appetizers, and a cash bar,…

February 28, 2026

Ellwood City Public Library Activities For Week Of March 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, MARCH 2 10:30 a.m. “Music and Movement,” a program for children to sing, dance and play instruments. 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. –…