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October 7, 2026

NOTICE: Political Signs NOT Allowed Without Registration

According to a press release made available by the Borough of Ellwood City, no candidate for political office, whether local, county, state or federal, shall post any political signs on Borough property without registering at the Ellwood City Municipal Building, 525 Lawrence Avenue, Ellwood City, PA 16117. This registration procedure involves a $50 deposit, which will be returned if the following regulations are complied with: no sign shall be placed prior to four (4) weeks before the date of election and must be removed within five (5) days after the election. If the signs are left on Borough property after…

October 6, 2026

New Attendance Incentives Encourage Students to Be Present and Ready to Learn at Riverside Elementary

Riverside Beaver County Elementary School is excited to introduce new attendance incentives to celebrate students who make coming to school every day a priority! At the end of each month, all elementary students who have perfect attendance will be entered into a special drawing. One lucky student will be selected to receive a pizza delivered to their home for the student and their family to enjoy together! September’s winner is kindergarten student Kristiana Kreuzer from Mr. Williams’ classroom. Congratulations, Kristiana! The school will also recognize students who demonstrate outstanding attendance throughout the school year. At the end of each nine-week grading period,…

October 6, 2026

REMINDER: First Of Two Borough Fall Clean Ups Scheduled For Saturday

This is your chance to get rid of the items that have accumulated in the attic, basement, or outdoor shed. The Borough of Ellwood City is holding the first of its two fall clean up events on Saturday. Residents are invited to bring one car or pickup truck load of items to dispose. No trailers are allowed. The event will be held Saturday, October 10th from 8 a.m.- 4 p.m and again on Saturday, October 17th from 8 a.m.- 4 p.m. at 1210 Factory Avenue in Ellwood City, just west of Adams Manufacturing Building #4 and prior to the Moose…

October 5, 2026

2026 Riverside Homecoming Court Announced

The Riverside High School has announced its 2026 Homecoming Court. The court was announced this week by the district and the queen will be crowned at halftime of the Riverside home football game on Friday. Coming off a bye-week last Friday, the Panthers host Freedom Area at 7:00 p.m. at Riverside Memorial Stadium. The homecoming dance will be Saturday, October 10th from 7:30-10 at the High School. The court (Pictured left to right) consists of Gabrielle Clinger, Emma Stockman, Abigail George, Kaelynn Bollman, Addison Drake & Adriana Viscuso. Isabella Hall was crowned 2025 Riverside Homecoming Queen last year.

October 2, 2026

Ellwood City Public Library Activities For Week Of October 5th

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, OCTOBER 5 TUESDAY, OCTOBER 6 10:30 a.m. –“Music, Movement and More,” a program for children to dance, sing and play instruments. 6:00 p.m….

October 2, 2026

POLICE: Weekly Police Blotter

CRIMINAL MISCHEIF: Joseph Pounds, 33, of Ellwood City is charged with criminal mischief after a disturbance at the Keystone Bar on August 25th at approximately 11:16p.m. Police were informed that Pounds and a few members of his family had arrived at the bar earlier that day, but were denied service due to their previous behavior. They left and arrived later that night and began to vandalize the property and throwing alcohol on patrons. CCTV footage of Pounds and several other individuals preforming the vandalism was observed and they will be charged according to a criminal complaint. CRASH REPORT: On September…

October 1, 2026

Borough of Ellwood City Announces 2026 Food Drive

The Borough of Ellwood City has announced its 2026 Borough-wide food drive to benefit the Divine Grace Food Pantry. The food drive will run from October 5th to November 9th, 2026. If you are interested in hosting a box in your business, please email rschnell@ellwoodcityborough.com. If you would like to donate items for the food pantry, there will be a box for donations at the Utility Billing Window in the Municipal Building. Below is a list of the most requested items per the food bank. Thank you for supporting our friends and neighbors through the Holiday Season!

October 1, 2026

Divine Grace Parish Set To Begin Free Community Lunch Weekly On Wednesday

Divine Grace Parish is offering a FREE Community Lunch every Wednesday beginning October 7th. All are welcome to fellowship and lunch at the Holy Redeemer Catholic Center lunchroom. Lunch will be served from 12:00 until 1:00 p.m. on Wednesdays – no charge. Holy Redeemer Catholic Church 415 4th Street Ellwood City, PA 16117 www.divinegracepgh.org Holy Redeemer Office: Monday through Friday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Ph. 724-776-2888

September 30, 2026

16th Annual Ellwood City Oktoberfest Is Saturday

The 16th Annual Ellwood City Oktoberfest will be held Saturday, October 3rd in Ewing Park, Ellwood City from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. (Rain or Shine). This is a joint fundraiser for The Ellwood City Wolves Club, Den II and The Rotary Club of Ellwood City. Combined, the clubs have over 180 years of community service to the Ellwood City and surrounding area. The 16th Annual Ellwood City Oktoberfest highlights craft brewers, sampling of a variety of craft beers, raffles, auctions and games. The Wrangler Band will be on hand to provide music in the park. Food sampling includes: pretzels,…

September 29, 2026

Trefoil Lodge Painted, Stiefel Park Field Renovated

Ellwood City has two beautiful parks, Ewing Park and Stiefel Park, and the Borough plans to keep these parks at their best. The borough recently landscaped and painted Trefoil Lodge at Ewing Park and renovated the Lil Angels field located at Stiefel Park. “These parks have not been given the attention they deserve. Not many communities have a swimming pool, tennis courts, basketball court, and multiple playing fields available for their pleasure and use. We plan to keep our parks at their best and have plans to continue these improvements,” said Borough Manager Jeff Foley in a statement. The borough…