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August 26, 2026

Fall Sports Q&A 2026: Part 2 Riverside Volleyball Players

This is part two of a four-part series featuring area athletes in fall 2026 sports. The start of fall sports is upon us, so we took the opportunity catch up with the athletes of those teams to see what they are doing to prepare for the upcoming rivalries and to offer some perspective on the season ahead and their plans for the future. ICYMI: Q&A 2026 Part 1 – Riverside Football Players Abby George School you attend? Riverside High School Sport? Volleyball Grade? 12th How many years have you have participated? This will be my 6th year What do you feel…

August 25, 2026

Fall Sports Q&A 2026: Part 1 Riverside Football Players

This is part one of a four-part series featuring area athletes in fall 2026 sports. The start of fall sports is upon us, so we took the opportunity catch up with the athletes of those teams to see what they are doing to prepare for the upcoming rivalries and to offer some perspective on the season ahead and their plans for the future. ICYMI: Fran Ramsden returns for his second stint leading the Riverside football program Andre Rippy School you attend? Riverside High School Sport? Football Grade? 12 How many years have you have participated? 1 Year What do you feel…

August 24, 2026

Elite Boxing Comes to Beaver County: Six Premier Fights Set for Brady’s Run Lodge, Ellwood Fighters Among Lineup

Boxing fans in Beaver and Lawrence Counties will have a big night to look forward to this September as six premier fights come to Brady’s Run Lodge on September 11 for an event that promises to be much more than a night at the fights. The doors open at 5 p.m., with the first bell scheduled for 6:30 p.m., giving fans plenty of time to settle in, grab some food, enjoy the music and get ready for an evening of live boxing featuring some of the region’s most promising talent. Josh Carr, owner of Royal Lions Boxing LLC, who is the organizer…

August 24, 2026

Q&A: Wolverines Under Direction Of New Head Coach Sean McConahy

The Ellwood City Wolverines football team will be under the guidance of new head coach Sean McConahy when they start their regular season on Friday. McConahy, a teacher in Ellwood City School District for the last 28 years and current science teacher at Lincoln High School, brings experience in the district, passion for football and conditioning, and coaching experience at one of more recent success stories in District 10 (Wilmington coaching staff). McConahy will look to continue the programs success as the Wolverines have made the playoffs three consecutive seasons but moved up from WPIAL Class 2A to Class 3A…

August 21, 2026

PHOTOS: Panther Night 2026

The annual Panther Night was held Thursday evening at Riverside Memorial Stadium. Panther Night is a community event celebrating back to school and Fall sports teams and featured the Riverside Marching Band performing and the introduction of the student athletes. The event features food booths run buy many of the district booster organizations along with two food trucks and an array of apparel offerings available to help support student athletes as well. The Riverside Panthers Varsity Football team hosts cross town rival Ellwood City next Friday, August 28th at 7:00 p.m. to kick off its regular season.

August 21, 2026

Q&A: Ramsden Returns For Second Stint As Panthers Head Coach

Fran Ramsden returns for his second stint leading the Riverside football program ahead of the 2026 season which sees the Panthers return 14 seniors playing this year. Ramsden enters his 15th season coaching and returns to the head coach position after a two year stint in 2021-2022. Riverside finished its 2025 regular season 5-5 Overall and 4-3 in Midwestern Conference, earning a 10-seed in the WPIAL 2A Playoffs but was stymied 28-7 by #7 Apollo-Ridge and fell in its opening round contest last October. The Panthers open up its regular season hosting cross town rival Ellwood City on Friday, August…

August 19, 2026

EC Boys Golf Improves To 3-0; Girls Golf Now 2-0

The Ellwood City boys and girls golf teams are both off to unbeaten starts to their 2026 seasons. The Wolverines boys team fired a third consecutive sub-200 team round on Tuesday afternoon at Del Mar, knocking off Shenango 192-227. Gino Biondi finished with team best round of 34 (-2) while Cam Keller (37, +1) and Luca Carsele (39, +3) finished with sub-40 rounds Tuesday. The boys golf team opened up its regular season Friday in record style, defeating New Castle 183-245 at Del Mar GC. The effort tied the team course record which was set in 1996 and matched again…

August 18, 2026

Ellwood Area Family Center To Host Youth Volleyball Clinic For 7th & 8th Grade Next Month

The Ellwood Area Family Center is set to host a five-day youth volleyball clinic next month for 7th and 8th grade students. The session will be held at the Ellwood City Family Center on the North Side of Ellwood City on five consecutive Tuesday – September 1, 8, 15, 22, 29th There will be a one-hour and 15 minute session for grades 7 and 8 from 4:30 p.m. – 5:45 p.m. “Our goal is to enhance volleyball in the community,” says John Dibuono. “We plan to teach the game of volleyball through the development of individual skills, fitness, teamwork and…

August 14, 2026

Court Presents Proclamation To The Ellwood City Baseball Team

Mayor Anthony J. Court recently presented a proclamation to the Ellwood City Baseball Team in recognition of its outstanding season and its WPIAL Class 3A Championship victory. The mayor congratulated the players, coaches, and supporters for their hard work, dedication, and sportsmanship, noting that the team’s championship run brought great pride to the Ellwood City community. “These young athletes have represented Ellwood City with excellence both on and off the field,” said Mayor Court. “Their commitment and teamwork helped them achieve an incredible accomplishment and earn the WPIAL Class 3A title.” The proclamation recognized the team’s achievements and celebrated the…

August 13, 2026

Delmar Golf Course Champions Dinner

Former Delmar Club Champions gathered for a special evening of fellowship and reflection as they celebrated 66 years of accomplishments, cherished memories, and personal milestones at Delmar Golf Course. The evening provided a meaningful opportunity to honor the individuals whose dedication, talent, and commitment have helped shape the rich history and tradition of Delmar Golf Course. As part of the celebration, Delmar proudly recognized Tyler Good, 2025 Delmar Club Champion, for his outstanding performance and accomplishment last season. Tyler was joined by his fellow 2025 Delmar champions, Keigan Hopper, Gino Biondi, Colten Crizer, Donnie Mulig, Brad Linville and Jordan Keller….