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Mayor Court Issues Statement On E-Bicycles & Scooters

In a statement received from the Borough of Ellwood City and its Mayor’s office, Mayor Anthony Court has issued the following statement regarding electric scooters, e-bikes, and small electric transportation vehicles. —————- Dear Residents of Ellwood City Borough, As micromobility devices such as electric scooters, e-bikes, and similar small electric transportation options-continue to grow in popularity, it is important that all residents understand the laws governing their safe and legal use. These regulations are designed to protect both riders and pedestrians while ensuring our streets remain orderly and accessible. Under current Pennsylvania law. electric scooters are not explicitly authorized for…


Registration For 2026 Summer Playground Program At Ewing Park To Begin June 5th

The Borough of Ellwood City is ready to launch its 2026 Playground Program and is working hard to make sure its another fun summer at Ewing Park! “This program is important to the children of Ellwood City, as it provides a safe, supervised program, complete with a meal and snack,” says Borough Manager Jeff Foley. “The program hosts a variety of different educational guests throughout the summer, including Search and Rescue squads, the Fire Department, Police Department and Sheriff’s Department.” The counselors have been hired and will be CPR/First Aid certified. Your kids will be in good hands. Please note…


Borough of Ellwood City Seeking Volunteers To Help Beautify Ellwood City

The Borough of Ellwood City is proud to present Beautify Ellwood City as part of the 2026 Pick Up Pennsylvania Campaign. The borough is seeking volunteers to help clean up Lawrence Avenue and 5th Street leading up to all the summer fun that will be taking place in town this summer. The borough is also seeking people with a green thumb to help plant the traditional flowers around the municipal building. Help Beautify Ellwood City will take place Friday May 15, 2026 (rain date May 20th). Those interested are asked to gather in front of the Municipal Building for a…


ARISE, Borough Of Ellwood City Launch Sexual Assault Awareness Month

In recognition of Sexual Assault Awareness Month this April, ARISE is again placing yard signs and teal ribbons throughout Ellwood City to raise awareness, increase community visibility, and encourage conversation about sexual violence. The annual campaign aims to reduce stigma, highlight the prevalence of sexual violence, and remind survivors that support and resources are available. The signs are placed in highly visible areas to reach individuals who may not otherwise seek out or have access to services. Ellwood City Mayor Anthony J. Court has participated in the initiative for many years, lending his support to the effort and helping promote…


Ellwood City Declares State of Emergency Due to Weather Conditions

Mayor Anthony J. Court along with the borough of Ellwood City has declared a state of emergency today January 26, 2026. Ellwood City and many surrounding communities received upwards of a foot of snowfall throughout the day Sunday and will be faced with bitter cold temperatures for the next week. In advance of the winter storm the borough provided residents with safety information including local warming centers. The state of emergency statement from the mayor’s office reads as follows: “This declaration is being issued with conditions that may pose risk to public safety and essential services. Residents are urged to…


Borough Of Ellwood City Advertising For New Borough Manager

The Borough of Ellwood City is set to advertise for the employment of a new borough manager. Borough Council voted on January 5th to not renew the contract for Kevin Swogger. The full job description as made available by the borough is as follows: Position Overview: The Borough of Ellwood City located northwest of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and spans in both Lawrence and Beaver Counties, is seeking a professional, forward thinking, and organized Borough Manager to serve as our Chief Administrative Officer. This is a full-time exempt role, responsible for the day-to-day operations of the borough, ensuring that municipal services are…


UPDATE: WINTER STORM 2026 – Borough Of Ellwood City Safety Information

With the approaching winter storm, the Borough of Ellwood City would like to reach out to all residents and provide some safety information. This is going to be a prolonged storm with snow starting to fall Saturday night and the heaviest amount of snow falling between 7am and 7pm on Sunday. The air is going to be a bitter cold without the wind chills. Temps with the wind chills will be between -10 and -15 degrees. Dress in layers if you need to be outside. Avoid driving on Sunday if at all possible. Please help the borough by parking vehicles…


Borough of Ellwood City Seeks Full-Time Patrolman

According to a release made available by the borough, Ellwood City is seeking a full-time patrolman. Please see job listing for Full Time Patrolman by clicking the link below: The Borough of Ellwood City is accepting applications for the position of Full-Time Patrolman (Civil Service position). An application form is required to be completed and submitted with a non-refundable fee of $35.00 payable to the Borough of Ellwood City, c/o Borough Manager, 525 Lawrence Avenue, Ellwood City, PA 16117. Deadline for receipt of completed applications and fee is Friday, February 20, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. Applications may be obtained at…


Borough of Ellwood City Christmas Tree Disposal Available

Taking down the Christmas tree is only one task after the holiday season. For families with real trees, figuring out what to do with them may be a whole other task. According to information made available by the Borough of Ellwood City, residents may drop off live Christmas trees at Stiefel Park, just inside the park entrance from Brighton Road, now through January 31, 2026. Residents who drop off trees are reminded that they must remove all decorations and stands from the trees prior to the drop-off. Please only drop off live trees, NO artificial trees will be accepted! Treecycling is…


Borough Of Ellwood City Advertising Upcoming Board Vacancies

According to information made available by the borough, the Ellwood City Borough Council is advertising the vacancies on the following Boards and Commissions of Ellwood City Borough: Zoning Hearing Board, Planning Commission, Economic Development Authority, Civil Service Commission, Library Board, Board of Health, and Recreation Board. Any Borough resident interested in serving on any of the above positions is asked to submit a letter of interest to the Borough Secretary, 525 Lawrence Avenue, Ellwood City, PA 16117. All letters must be due/postmarked on or before 4:00 p.m. on December 5, 2025. For questions, please contact the borough at 724-758-7777 x7777.