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September 28, 2026

PHOTOS: 2026 Ellwood City Fall Festival and Car Cruise

The annual Ellwood City Fall Festival and Car Cruise kicked off the fall season Saturday in downtown Ellwood City. The Ellwood City Area Chamber of Commerce hosts one of the community’s largest and most anticipated events of the year and car enthusiasts bring their classic, custom, antique, muscle, and specialty vehicles to show. Over 60 vendors, four live bands, two DJs, children’s crafts and activities, delicious food, shopping, and entertainment adorned Lawrence Avenue. Event sponsors included: McElwain Chevrolet, Ellwood City Forge Group, NALCO, the May Emma Hoyt Foundation, and T&M Hardware.

September 25, 2026

Three Ellwood City Theater Veterans to Bring the Musical 1776 to Life on the New Castle Playhouse Stage

When history takes the stage, it helps to have a couple of seasoned storytellers in the room. Enter two Ellwood City theater veterans bringing years of experience, plenty of personality, and their own theatrical spark to the musical 1776, which opens tonight at The New Castle Playhouse. These hometown performers know their way around a stage—and they’re ready to trade modern-day life for powdered wigs, political intrigue, and a little revolutionary-era drama. Stage veterans Tom Bickert and Larry Kelly will thrill audiences in their historical roles At the helm is another familiar local face: a director whose résumé boasts a…

September 25, 2026

Ellwood City Public Library Activities For Week Of September 27th

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. BOOK SALE COLLECTION: We are taking donations for the book sale in October. We do not take textbooks, readers digest condensed books, magazines, encyclopedias or VHS tapes. Activities taking place…

September 23, 2026

Ellwood City Fire Department Adds Anonymous Infant Surrender Option With New Safe Haven Baby Box

Safe Haven Baby Boxes and the community of Ellwood City are pleased to announce the blessing and official unveiling of the newest Safe Haven Baby Box, located at Ellwood City Fire Department at 411 6th street, Ellwood City, Pennsylvania. The ceremony will take place on Tuesday, October 6, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. This blessing marks the 478th Safe Haven Baby Box in the nation and the 6th in Pennsylvania, expanding access to safe, anonymous surrender options for mothers in crisis. “We would like to give a special thank you to Jennifer Jones who led this project, Ellwood City Forge and…

September 22, 2026

Borough of Ellwood City Announces 2026 Fall Clean Up Dates & Information

The Borough of Ellwood City has announced its Fall Clean Up event! 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 and 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 Lodge. (same as prior years) Borough employees will be there to help residents unload their vehicles. There is no charge to dispose of your items, as this event is paid for with the…

September 22, 2026

13th Annual Ride For Hope Is Saturday

The 13th Annual Pine Valley Ride for Hope will take place on Saturday, September 26th. The Ride for Hope is an annual motorcycle ride event that benefits Pine Valley Camp located in Ellwood City. Riders will travel from the New Castle Harley-Davidson Dealership and back on this 13th annual event. A dice run will be part of the ride route and afterward, all participants can enjoy a meal provided by Muddy Creek BBQ, musical entertainment by the Remedy Band, and various raffles. Registration begins at 9:00 a.m. with pastries, coffee, and water provided. Ride leaves at 11:00 a.m. with a…

September 21, 2026

Riverside Elementary Students Kick Off PBIS Program

Riverside Elementary students in grades K–4 participated in a PAWSing to Make the Best Choices Positive Behavioral Interventions and Support (PBIS) Assembly on Friday, September 18. The Riverside High School Band helped kick off the celebration by playing as students entered the assembly and again as they exited. During the assembly, students learned how they can PAWS to make the best choices in different areas of the school, including the classroom, hallway, restroom, playground, and cafeteria. Students are encouraged to demonstrate positive behaviors throughout the school day. When they PAWS to make good choices, they earn points that can be…

September 19, 2026

Ellwood City Public Library Activities For Week Of September 21st

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. BOOK SALE COLLECTION: We are taking donations for the book sale in October. We do not take textbooks, readers digest condensed books, magazines, encyclopedias or VHS tapes. Activities taking place…

September 16, 2026

Route 288/New Castle Rd In Zelienople To Close 3 Days For Railroad Crossing Replacement

PennDOT has announced that Route 288/New Castle Road in Zelienople will be closed at the railroad crossing near Kwik Fill for railroad crossing replacement. Closure: Saturday, September 19 at 6:00 AM through Tuesday, September 22 at 8:00 AM The railroad crossing will be completely closed to traffic during this time. Posted Detour: Traveling toward Zelienople / from the west side of the crossing: Route 288 → Route 588 → Hartzell School Road → Route 68 → Route 19 → back to Route 288 Traveling away from Zelienople / from the east side of the crossing: Route 288 → Route 19…

September 16, 2026

Ellwood City Area Historical Society Opens Season With ‘The Inheritance of Liberty’

An art exhibit and a poignant presentation highlighting America’s 250-year history were enjoyed by 52 members and guests of the Ellwood City Area Historical Society at its annual Season Kick-Off Dinner held Monday, Sept. 14, at the Connoquenessing Country Club. Society President Bob Morabito welcomed those in attendance and recognized the organization’s officers, board members and many volunteers whose time and dedication help make the work of the Ellwood City Area Historical Society possible.  He also called for a moment of silence in memory of Lois Liebendorfer, the Society’s longtime former secretary and dedicated volunteer, who passed away earlier in…