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September 13, 2025

Amicone Hauls In Last Second TD Pass, Wolverines Edge Mohawk 21-15

A week after a crushing last second loss to Neshannock, Ellwood City flipped the script and earned its last second victory over Mohawk. Tyler Amicone hauled in a 41-yard touchdown pass with 9.3 seconds remaining to erase the Wolverines single point deficit. The Wolverines marched down the field in less than three minutes and with no timeouts to secure the comeback conference victory. The teams exchanged touchdowns in the first half but three consecutive field goals by Mohawk kicker Andrew Lloyd (26-yards, 28 and 22) put the host Warriors ahead 15-14. Cameron Mill scooped up a fumble and scampered in…

September 12, 2025

Late Field Goal Lifts Riverside To 9-7 Victory Over Union

Gage Safran’s 38-yard field goal with 5:33 to play proved the difference in Riverside’s 9-7 victory over Union Thursday night at Union. The Panthers held a decisive advantage in total offense outgaining the host Scotties 364 to 147, but it wasn’t until a drive that began with nine minutes exact on the clock that they were able to take the lead back for good. Mason Holler intercepted Scotties’ quarterback Jordyn Kelley at their 31-yard line and Riverside proceeded to move the football 48 yards in ten plays, where place kicker Gage Safran capped the drive by drilling a 38-yard field goal….

September 9, 2025

Operation Healthy Ellwood: A Community Forever Changed by Care, Compassion, and Service

She walked out of the Ellwood City clinic with tears streaming down her face. For the first time in years, she had received life-changing care — care she admitted she could never have afforded otherwise. Overwhelmed with gratitude, she told local volunteer Rhiannon Schnell what it meant to her. Schnell could only reply through her own tears: “She has no idea what that meant to me.” Moments like this defined Operation Healthy Ellwood, a 10-day Department of Defense Innovative Readiness Training (IRT) mission that transformed Ellwood City into a hub of compassion and service in August 2025. For nearly two weeks,…

August 6, 2025

PHOTOS: Franklin Township National Night Out

Franklin Township held its Annual National Night Out Event on Tuesday, August 5th at the Franklin Plaza in Ellwood City. The evening featured food & drinks, games & activities for all ages, local police, fire, and emergency responders, Music & entertainment, and Raffle prizes & giveaways. To learn more about NNO, please visit the township website at www.franklintownshipbeavercounty.com or the NNO website: natw.org.

July 30, 2025

PHOTOS: Mass Casualty Incident Exercise On Lawrence Avenue

As part of the ongoing efforts of Operation Healthy Ellwood, military and local emergency responders went through a mass casualty incident (MCI) exercise Tuesday evening on Lawrence Avenue in Ellwood City. The scenario simulated a vehicle striking multiple pedestrians, requiring a rapid and coordinated emergency response. Operation Healthy Ellwood is a Department of Defense initiative bringing no-cost health services to the community. Nearly 200 military medical professionals from the Air Force, Army, and Navy are staffing the no-cost health clinic at Lincoln High School that concludes this week.

July 10, 2025

PHOTOS: Ellwood City Little League Celebrates 75th Anniversary

The Ellwood City Little League celebrated its 75th Anniversary on Tuesday night. In 1950, Ellwood City became the fifth league to be chartered in Western Pennsylvania and the first in Lawrence, Beaver, Butler and Mercer Counties. Several speakers made remarks before the Lions and Moose, two teams from the inaugural Little League season, the 75th Anniversary Game. Ellwood City Amateur Baseball Federation President Joe Nardone welcomed the crowd and commented that tonight was not just about baseball-but about memories made, lifelong friendships formed in dugouts, and a community that has rallied around a common passion for baseball the past 75…

July 7, 2025

PHOTOS: 2025 Ellwood City Arts, Crafts, Food & Entertainment Festival

Ewing Park once again was the heart of community celebration as the 43rd Annual Ellwood City Arts, Craft & Food Festival took place Friday, July 4 through Sunday, July 6, 2025. The beloved tradition brought a fun-filled weekend of local creativity, flavorful bites, lively entertainment, and patriotic spirit, all nestled in the scenic surroundings of Ellwood City.  Alexandria Smith Crowned 2025 Little Miss Firecracker Winner. VIEW OUR FOUR-PART FESTIVAL SERIES

July 7, 2025

Alexandria Smith Crowned 2025 Little Miss Firecracker Winner

The Folino Stage in Ewing Park glittered with patriotic sparkle & spunk on Friday as 10 local ladies competed for the 8th Annual Little Miss Firecracker Crown. Alexandria Smith was crowned the 2025 winner. Ella Fauzey was 1st runner-up and Cali Kline earned the Patriotic Spirit Award. The event was led by returning emcee Rochelle Spagnolo (local owner of Konsignment Konnections store) and last years Little Miss Firecracker title holder, Bristol Borselli (2024 winner). The three 3 judges this year are: Ashley Smith (local hairstylist & owner of Rainbow Room), Officer Mike McBride (local veteran and police officer) and Cara Atkinson…

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 3, 2025

PHOTOS: Panthers Cruise In PIAA Opening Round Victory

The WPIAL District 7 Champion Riverside Panthers cruised to a 9-0 opening round victory over Huntingdon in the PIAA 3A playoffs Monday afternoon on its home turf. Senior Christian Lucarelli tossed a 3-hit complete game for the Panthers. Lucarelli struck out seven batters and allowed only two walks. The Riverside offense exploded for five runs in the third inning to quickly put the game at bay. John Bowser and Hunter Garvin each picked up RBI singles in the inning while Lucarelli drew a bases loaded walk and a balk and Jackson Barber ground out also envoked runs for the Panthers….