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June 12, 2025

REMINDER: Franklin Township Residents Vision Survey Deadline June 30th

Franklin Township is currently updating its Multi-Municipal Comprehensive Plan, and your input is essential to shaping the vision for our community’s future. Please take a few minutes to complete the survey. Your feedback will help guide decisions on land use, transportation, housing, parks, and more. Deadline: June 30, 2025 Survey link: www.tritownshipplan.com/franklin Whether you’ve lived here for years or just moved in, your perspective matters. Let’s work together to ensure Franklin Township continues to grow in a way that reflects our shared values and priorities.

June 11, 2025

Wander Ellwood 2025: First Event Tonight

Ellwood City will come alive tonight with the vibrant energy of the annual Wander Ellwood event.   This open street night, organized by the Ellwood City Area Chamber of Commerce, transforms Lawrence Avenue into a bustling hub of activity from 5 to 9 p.m. The event showcases over 80 vendors, including food trucks, craft breweries, wineries, and local businesses, offering a diverse array of products and experiences for attendees. The highlight of the evening will be a performance by Elmoz Fire, a local band known for their dynamic sound and engaging stage presence. Their music promises to enhance the festive atmosphere, providing…

June 9, 2025

Ellwood City Police Officer Taking Personal Days During Investigation Following Altercation

An Ellwood City Police Officer is taking personal days following an incident at the Ellwood City Sheetz on Friday, June 6. In a video that has seemingly gone “viral” on Facebook, YouTube, and Reddit, borough police Sgt. Robert Magnifico is shown pushing an unidentified person, who was yelling at Magnifico. A bystander was filming the altercation. Magnifico, during the  39-second video, can be heard yelling, “Understand this, son. I’m not going to put up with your s***. Understand who you’re talking to. I’m not going to put up with your crap. I told you to quit yelling and screaming. You’re…

June 9, 2025

ECLW Hoops Reign3D Summer Basketball Clinic Returns for 2025; Signups End June 13

Get ready to dribble, shoot, and score! The ECLW Hoops Reign3D Summer Basketball Clinic is back this year, welcoming young athletes entering grades 1 through 6 (2025-2026 school year) for a fun and skills-packed experience. Be sure to register before June 13. Where: Reign3D – 2798 Darlington Rd, Beaver Falls, PA 15010 When: Two Sundays — June 22 and July 13 Cost: $60 Time Slots (All Co-Ed): Grades 1 & 2: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM Grades 3 & 4: 11:15 AM – 1:15 PM Grades 5 & 6: 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM Young ballers are expected to bring water only, carry in their basketball shoes, and note that only players are…

June 9, 2025

PHOTOS: 2025 Riverside High School Outdoor Commencement

Riverside High School held its 2025 commencement cermonies outdoors after weather postponed the originally scheduled date. The Class of 2025 were honored on Saturday, June 7th at Riverside Memorial Stadium. CLICK HERE to view he list of the Riverside Beaver County School District 2025 graduating seniors.

June 9, 2025

Borough Reminds Its Residents And Property Owners Of Minimum Standards

In the spirit of pride in the community and an effort to protect, increase and maintain property values, the borough has some minimum standards outlined in its ordinances. The adoption by ordinance of the International Property Maintenance Code 2012 (Ellwood City Borough Code of Ordinances, Chapter 1492) listed below details pertinent sections that relate to residential and commercial property owners. This advertisement shall serve as written notice of having provided proper notice of the Ordinance, its requirements, your obligations and penalties which may be imposed for the violations. Chapter 3. General Requirements: SECTION 302 EXTERIOR PROPERTY AREAS 302.1 Sanitation. All…

June 7, 2025

Ellwood City Public Library Activities For Week Of June 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. NOTE The Library is taking books for the book sale. Activities taking place this week include. MONDAY, JUNE 9 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. – “Interactive Play,” children can play…

June 6, 2025

Altar Server Appreciation Tribute At Holy Redeemer Church

On Sunday, June 1, 2025, Divine Grace Parish’s Holy Name Society gathered for the annual Altar Server Appreciation Tribute at Holy Redeemer Church in Ellwood City. It was a morning brimming with joy, celebration, and gratitude at the 9 a.m. Mass. Attendance at that Mass included the parish’s parishioners, the four honored senior high school altar servers and their parents along with over 50 plus Holy Name Society members who, along with the parish, sponsors the appreciation tribute. Pastor James Wehner was the principal celebrant assisted by Deacons Joseph Ross (HNS Chaplin), and Deacon Eric Pintar. At the Mass celebration a…

June 5, 2025

Riverside Class of 2025 Commencement Is Friday

Riverside commencement will be held on Friday, June 6th at 6:00 p.m. at the Riverside Memorial Football Stadium. Due to anticipated inclement weather conditions, the ceremony may be held in the Riverside High School Auditorium.  To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all, each graduating senior will receive tickets for guests for the high school auditorium. The district plans to host commencement at the Riverside Memorial Stadium and this potential weather-related venue change will be a decision was made Friday morning.  [READ MORE] As in prior years, the district is encouraging families to invite as many guests to represent…

June 5, 2025

Rotary Club of Ellwood City Announces Annual Scholarship Recipients

The Rotary Club of Ellwood City held its scholarship dinner on May 15th. Seniors from Ellwood City and Riverside and their families celebrated with the Rotarians. This year, the Club awarded 6 educational scholarship- totaling $6000.00 In the past, the scholarships were directed at 4-year and 2- year academics. Recognizing a change in student career choices, the Rotary Scholarship Committee added an additional Scholarship to support those who are going into the Trades. In addition, the current scholarships have been renamed and criteria updated to reflect changes in academic standards and testing. Funds for these scholarships are made possible through…