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August 13, 2025

Vogel: Senate-Led Spending Plan Focuses on Immediate Critical Service Funding

HARRISBURG – The Senate advanced a responsible spending plan aimed at providing immediate funding support to counties, school districts, social service providers and other services in need of critical resources, according to Sen. Elder Vogel, Jr. (R-47). While the 2025-26 state budget negotiations continue, Senate Bill 160 would provide funding at the levels included in the final 2024-25 state budget. If the House of Representatives also approves the bill, the state can immediately begin disbursing nearly $47.6 billion without the need for any new taxes. “Our schools, hospitals, counties and other depended-on services should not be caught in the middle while awaiting a…

August 12, 2025

‘Once Upon A Wine’ Walk Is Saturday

Come and be part of a magical wine walk adventure like no other! Once Upon a Wine Walk will lead you through a journey of exquisite wines and charming surroundings. Indulge in a day of tasting, mingling, and exploring different flavors while making memories that will last a lifetime. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable experience! The event is set to begin from the Ellwood City Library, 415 Lawrence Avenue, on Saturday August 16th at 5:00 p.m. and conclude at 8:00 p.m. Doors at 4:45pm Stroll the 400 and 500 blocks of Lawrence Avenue while sampling from local wineries and breweries….

August 11, 2025

Free Electronic Recycling Event Scheduled at Riverside School District

Be responsible today for a better future tomorrow by responsibly recycling your household hazardous and electronic waste. Franklin Township has announced an upcoming drive-thru recycling collection event scheduled to take place Tuesday, August 19, 2025, from 2:00 P.M.- 6:00 P.M The event is available for the ENTIRE PUBLIC, not just Franklin Township residents and is a DRIVE-THRU EVENT (no appointments) The collection will take place at the Riverside School District, 318 Country Club Drive, Ellwood City Items Accepted: Computers, Laptops, Televisions (all sizes and styles), Printers, Copiers, Fax Machines, Scanners, Mice, Keyboards, Speakers, Radios, Telephone Equipment, Gaming Consoles and Systems.

August 8, 2025

Ellwood City Public Library Activities For Week Of August 11th

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, AUGUST 11 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. – “Interactive Play,” children can play…

August 7, 2025

Final 2025 Beautification Award Winner Announced

Mayor Anthony J. Court awarded the final 2025 Beautification Award to Charlotte Regna of 860 Constitution Avenue. “Charlotte’s dedication is clearly reflected in her beautiful yard, her efforts have truly paid off,” said Mayor Court. As part of the recognition, Charlotte received a decorative yard sign and a gift certificate to a local restaurant. This presentation marks the conclusion of the 2025 awards season. Congratulations to all the winners and the Mayor’s office is looking ahead to its return next spring. VIEW ALL 2025 WINNERS PICTURED BELOW (left to right) Charlotte Regna and Mayor Anthony Court

August 4, 2025

Mayor Court Recognizes Col. Nicole Ewing Hurley With Proclamation

Mayor Anthony J. Court offered a special recognition to Col. Nicole Ewing Hurley of Operation Healthy Ellwood IRT 2025. “Her guidance and wavering dedication were pivotal in Operation Healthy Ellwood. Her leadership in public health has left an indelible mark on our town and its people,” said Mayor Court in a statement. “May we carry forward the spirit of Operation Healthy Ellwood, and continue to build a thriving, healthier future for our city.” Mayor Anthony J. Court, along with the community of Ellwood City, do hereby express our heartfelt recognition and deepest appreciation to Colonel Nicole Ewing Hurley for her…

August 2, 2025

Ellwood City Public Library Activities For Week Of August 4th

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, AUGUST 4 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. – “Interactive Play,” children can play…

August 1, 2025

North Side Primary School Hosting Kindergarten Registration August 12th

North Side Primary School, “The Cornerstone Connection” of the Ellwood City Area School District, will be holding a Kindergarten Registration Summer Make-Up event on Tuesday, August 12 at 10:00 A.M. If you have a prospective Kindergarten student for the 2025-2026 school year, please pre-register first with Central by calling 724-752-1591, ext. 4000. Additionally, please pick up a registration packet between 9:00 and 1:00, Monday-Thursday, prior to Registration on August 12. North Side Primary School is a K-2 building in the Ellwood City Area School District. Learning at North Side emphasizes the building blocks for reading and mathematics while promoting collaboration,…

August 1, 2025

Omni Fiber Brings High-Speed Fiber-Optic Internet to Ellwood City

Residents and business owners in Ellwood City can now tap into blazing-fast fiber Internet service, thanks to a major expansion by Omni Fiber, a rapidly growing fiber broadband provider. Homes and businesses in many of the northern neighborhoods are officially live and ready to be connected, with Omni Fiber rolling out its symmetrical gig-speed service to both homes and local businesses. Company officials say this marks the first phase of a citywide deployment, with crews already working to extend service throughout Ellwood City proper in the coming weeks. “We’re thrilled to bring our next-generation fiber optic network to Ellwood City,” said Ron…

August 1, 2025

POLICE: Weekly Police Blotter

  THEFT: On July 13th between the hours of 11:00p.m. and 9:00a.m. a motorcycle was stolen from Wilson Ave. The investigation is ongoing according to a criminal complaint. DUI: Clark Groce, 64, of Ellwood City is charged with DUI after an incident occurring on June 5th at approximately 11:55p.m. Police contacted Groce while in his parked car that was found to be in someone’s yard. Groce stated that he was very confused and blacked out making him unaware on how he ended up in the yard. Officers conducted a Standard Field Sobriety Test on Groce, and he was taken into…