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September 26, 2025

Women’s Network of Ellwood City To Host Upcoming Fundraisers

Women’s Network of Ellwood City is made up of professional women from Ellwood City and the surrounding area who’s common goal is to gain education and entertainment throughout the year and to raise funds for the less fortunate of the area. Upcoming events will be the Ellwood City Fall Fest and car cruise sponsored by The Ellwood City Chamber of Commerce this Saturday, September 27th from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. where the group will be selling Amish hand pies. Their big fundraiser of the year will be November 19th at Shakespeare’s Restaurant beginning at 6:00 p.m. It will be…

September 26, 2025

Ellwood City Public Library Activities For Week Of September 29th

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. NOTE The Library is taking books for the book sale. Reminder: we do not take Reader’s Digest Condensed Books, Textbooks, Encyclopedias, Magazines and VHS tapes. Activities taking place this week…

September 25, 2025

Hartman Intermediate Honored As A PA Blue Ribbon School

The Ellwood City Area School District is honored and excited to share truly wonderful news: Hartman Intermediate School has been recognized as a 2025 Pennsylvania Blue Ribbon School by the Pennsylvania Department of Education! This achievement reflects the dedication and collaboration of our entire community. Hartman is one of only thirteen schools across the Commonwealth selected for this distinction. Hartman was selected for closing achievement gaps. “I am incredibly proud of our students, staff, and community for earning this Blue Ribbon recognition. Coming out of the challenges of COVID, we came together with resilience and determination to support one another…

September 24, 2025

Small Town, Big Living: Ellwood City Area Chamber of Commerce Announces Fall, Holiday Event Lineup

From crisp autumn evenings to the sparkle of holiday lights, the Ellwood City Area Chamber of Commerce’s event calendar brings neighbors together in warmth, whimsy, and community cheer. Whether you’re feeling foodie, nostalgic, artsy, or festive, there’s an event just right for you. The events showcase awesome vendors, businesses, culinary creators, and entrepreneurs with many offering free admission or great value for Chamber members. “As we move into fall and the holiday season, our calendar of events really captures what we like to call ‘Small Town…Big Living’,” said Ryan McCandless, Exectuive Director of the Ellwood City Area Chamber of Commerce….

September 23, 2025

Borough of Ellwood City Has Launched Its Community Food Drive

The Borough of Ellwood City has launched its Community Food Drive to benefit Divine Grace Ministerium Social Services and Food Bank. “For the past several years, the community has rallied to help our neighbors through the Community Food Drive. It’s my hope that we will be able to help the food bank provide meals for the holiday season to anyone in need,” said Borough Manager, Kevin Swogger. “We have more businesses sponsoring donation boxes than ever before!” The borough has donation boxes located at the businesses listed below. The following businesses are hosting drop boxes: McElwain Motor Car Company First United…

September 22, 2025

Lincoln High Grad Covert Shoots 82; BC3 Men’s Golf Team Now 5-2

Mitchell Covert, a graduate of Lincoln High School in Ellwood City, tied for fourth among the Pioneers’ lowest scores with an 82 to help BC3 defeat Westmoreland County Community College 311-321 and the Community College of Allegheny County 311-349 at Lake Arthur Golf Club near Butler on Friday. Jaxon Salata fired a career-low 73 as a Butler County Community College golfer and finished as medalist for the first time, and teammate Parker Worsley placed second overall with a 76 as the Pioneers’ men’s team moved to 5-2 with victories last week. The four lowest scores of golfers on each squad…

September 19, 2025

Ellwood City Public Library Activities For Week Of September 22nd

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. NOTE The Library is taking books for the book sale. Reminder: we do not take Reader’s Digest Condensed Books, Textbooks, Encyclopedias, Magazines and VHS tapes. Activities taking place this week…

September 19, 2025

POLICE: Weekly Police Blotter

THEFT: On July 1st at approximately 11:00 p.m. police were dispatched to New Galilee on a report of theft. The victim, 81, of New Galilee reported his pellet stove stolen, which was located in the basement of his residence, at a value of around $2,300.00 Investigation pending further according to the complaint. RECEIVING STOLEN PROPERTY: Theodore Yeagley, 49, of Beaver Falls, is charged with Receiving Stolen Property after an incident occurring on June 24th. According to a criminal complaint, and at approximately 7:13 a.m., police were dispatched to State Route 18 on a report of theft. Police were informed that…

September 18, 2025

HITCHED: Summer Lovin’

Summer embraces light-filled spaces, earthy tones, and experiences that go beyond aesthetics. The season offers fun outdoor venues to spend your special day with that special someone – including tying the knot with a summer wedding. According to The Knot, summer is the second most popular wedding season, with 28% of couples getting married between May and August last year. This year, summer was a joyous one for many in the area that officially got hitched. Check out the HITCHED & UNHITCHED list for the months of May, June, July, and August 2025: www.ellwoodcity.org/hitched-and-unhitched/

September 17, 2025

Route 65 Mercer Road Slide Repair, Water Line Relocation Work Begins Wednesday

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) has announced slide repair work on Route 65 (Mercer Road) in North Sewickley Township, Beaver County will begin Wednesday, September 17 weather permitting. Beginning at approximately 9:00 a.m. Wednesday morning, a portion of Route 65 between Grandview Road and Bennett Drive will close to traffic continuously through mid-November. Municipal crews will relocate a water line and PennDOT forces will conduct cross pipe repair work, slide remediation, and pavement restoration. Traffic will be detoured via Harpers Ferry Road (Route 1012) and Chapel Drive (Route 1005). Please use caution if traveling on this roadway. Work zone…