Author: Beaver County Radio

Fine Wine & Good Spirits Serves Up Gobble Up the Savings Flash Sale Ahead of Thanksgiving

(Credit for Photo: Photo Provided with Release Courtesy of Fine Wine and Good Spirits)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Harrisburg, PA) Fine Wine & Good Spirits (FW&GS) is helping Pennsylvanians save on things like festive gatherings and thoughtful gifts with its Gobble Up the Savings Flash Sale, which runs from today through November 18th, just in time for Thanksgiving preparations and the start of the holiday shopping season.

Customers can shop special savings for seven days only on 66 selected products, including accessories, cocktails, cordials, dessert wines, liqueurs, table and sparkling wines, tequila, vodka and whiskey.

This limited-time selection features products that are suited for gifting, holiday entertaining and seasonal celebrations to give shoppers more ways to prepare for Thanksgiving without stretching the budgets that they have.

According to a release from Fine Wine and Good Spirits, the Gobble Up the Savings highlights include:

  • $15 off Bird Gang World Championship whiskeys and bourbon
  • $10 off Clase Azul Tequila Plata
  • $7 off Kahlua Chocolate Sips Coffee and Chocolate Liqueur, Jeppson’s Malort Liqueur, Domaine Roland Tissier et Fils Sancerre Blanc 2025, Mark Ryan Winery 216 Miles to Go Cabernet Sauvignon Columbia Valley 2023, Bledsoe McDaniels LFG Pinot Noir Willamette Valley 2023, and Domaine de Panisse Les Mas Chateauneuf du Pape Rouge 2022

Customers are encouraged to shop early because quantities are limited.

Customers can either browse gifts and seasonal selections at over 560 FW&GS stores across the state of Pennsylvania or they can shop online at FWGS.com (click here.)

Allegheny County man ignites himself at Cranberry Township gas station; faces charges

(File Photo of a Cranberry Township Police Car)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Allegheny County, PA) A man from Allegheny County is now facing charges after Cranberry Township police said that he poured gasoline on himself at a gas station and ignited himself. 

Twenty-seven-year-old Harris Dale Booker of Bradford Woods has been charged with felony counts of arson and risking catastrophe and misdemeanor charges of reckless endangerment and criminal mischief in a complaint filed following an incident that occurred on Saturday. 

According to police, Cranberry Township police, firefighters and emergency medical crews were dispatched to the BP station on Route 19 at 7 a.m. and found the fire had been extinguished, but surveillance camera recorded the incident.

Police confirm that a video shows Booker entering the store and prepaying for gas, exiting the store, dispensing gas on himself and the ground around him and igniting the gas.

Police also state that the footage shows him briefly standing in the flames before walking toward the building to remove his burning clothes.

He stayed there until a passerby stopped there and extinguished the fire using a portable extinguisher. 

Police also affirmed that they found a text message from Booker saying he intended to blow up the gas station, and the fire left damage that was visible, which included burn marks and charring to a gas pump, a vehicle and the pavement that was between the pumps and the building.

Booker was treated at UPMC Mercy Hospital for burns on his arms and legs. 

Richard E. Alsing (1951-2026)

Richard E. Alsing, 75, of Sewickley, passed away on November 9th, 2026 in Highland Hills surrounded by his loving family.

He was born in Sewickley on June 18th, 1951, the son of the late Elwood and Pearl Barker Alsing.

Richard retired from Duquesne Light Company and enjoyed studying astronomy and different types of religion. He also loved to hike and take in the lovely sights of nature.

She is survived by his three children, Jason, Chris, & Patricia, a granddaughter, Eve, three stepchildren, Nicole (Steve) Burkey, Jennifer Frank and Daniel Frank, a niece, Jessica Painter, his loving companion, Jackie Frank, his brothers-In-Law, Harold “Amo” Houk & Tom Painter.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his two sisters, Janice Painter and Susan Houk.

In accordance with Richard’s wishes, there was no public visitation.

Five separate guns found at the Pittsburgh International Airport in a less than two week span

(Credit for Photo: Photo Courtesy of the Allegheny County Police Department, Posted on Facebook on November 8th, 2026)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Allegheny County, PA) TSA requested the help of the Allegheny County Police Department after guns were found at checkpoints five separate times at the Pittsburgh International Airport since November 1st. 

Guns have been found at that airport 24 times so far this year. 

The Allegheny County Police Department shared photos of four of the five guns found. 

All of these weapons appeared to have ammunition as well. 

The Allegheny County Police Department is repeating this message they give travelers every year in response to this uptick in calls, because a spokesperson for that department stated: 

“Firearms are not permitted through airport security checkpoints. Travelers who bring a firearm to a checkpoint may face criminal charges, removal from the screening process, travel delays, and substantial federal civil penalties.” 

Travelers are encouraged to check all of their backpacks, briefcases, carry-on bags and purses for prohibited items before taking them into an airport. 

TSA fines can reach up to a total of $12,210 for a first offense and a total of up to $17,062 for repeat offenders. 

Video shows final pickup of DoorDash driver missing in Beaver County

(Credit for Headline Photo and Photo Below:  Photo Courtesy of the North Sewickley Township Police Department, Posted on Facebook on November 6th, 2026)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Center Township, PA) New surveillance video shows a DoorDash driver who has been missing since October 22nd showing up to New Sheffield Cafe in Center Township to pick up a DoorDash order. 

Thirty-two-year old Zachariah Schuck is seen in this video going in and out of the restaurant before walking back to his car and driving away.  

According to law enforcement, he delivers that order to a home in the Beaver area just before 7 p.m. on October 22nd. 

Ever since that delivery, he has been missing. 

North Sewickley Police state that on the night that Schuck disappeared, his wife met state police near the Vanport Bridge.  

That is where she confirmed that she last located her husband using the Life 360 app. 

State police noted that they searched along the bridge and did not find his cell phone. 

Police also shared doorbell video that shows the car Schuck was driving being parked along Croxall Avenue in Hopewell. 

North Sewickley police have not ruled out foul play and they affirm that they are investigating all avenues in this case. 

Two Aliquippa man apprehended after shots fired investigation reveals firearms in their vehicle

(Credit for Photo: Photo Courtesy of Aliquippa Police, Posted on Facebook on November 12th, 2026)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Aliquippa, PA) Two men were arrested after an investigation occurred into an incident of shots fired in Aliquippa.

Aliquippa Police responded to the area of Wade Street Extension following reports of multiple gunshots being fired at approximately 7:49 p.m. on Sunday.  

Officers located a vehicle that matched the description of the suspect vehicle provided by a witness and conducted a traffic stop while they were searching the area, and during the investigation, they recovered two concealed firearms from passengers inside the vehicle. 

One of the firearms was a loaded .380 caliber handgun, while the second firearm was a .38 caliber revolver containing both fired and unfired ammunition.

Neither person possessed a valid license to carry a concealed firearm. 

Eighteen-year-old Kyle Moreland of Aliquippa and twenty-one-year-old Lamont McElvy of Aliquippa were taken into custody and were subsequently put in the Beaver County Jail.

Both suspects were charged with carrying a firearm without a license. 

Lynne Ann (Boden) Turnbull (1960-2026)

Lynne Ann (Boden) Turnbull, 66, of Chippewa Township, a wife, mother and sister extraordinaire, singer, writer, decorator who loved to create, as well ads an avid bicyclist and cancer warrior, passed away on November 10th with her family at her side.

She was born in Rochester on June 14th, 1960, a beloved daughter of the late Claire Sallade Boden and Robert Boden and stepdaughter to the late Stanley Boden Jr. She and her husband Paul Turnbull, the love of her life, recently celebrated 34 happy years of marriage.

In addition to her cherished husband, Lynne was the devoted and loving mother to her three children, Hillary Parker (Joe) McCormick, Rory Parker and Jesse Turnbull.

Lynne’s most precious times and memories were when gathered with her children and husband. Nothing compared to the happiness her family brought her. She was so proud of her daughter and sons and the adults they had become. She knew she was indeed blessed.

She is also survived by her treasured siblings, Debbie (Rick) Pentz, Susan (Scott) Zeimetz and Bob (Denise) Boden and her special nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews who adored “Aunt Lynne.”

Lynne was a 1978 graduate of Center Area High School, received an associate degree as a paralegal from Duff’s Business Institute, and attended Penn State. She worked as a catalog/web copywriter and in customer service for A Cook’s Wares in Beaver Falls, where she loved her job and the friends she made there, for nearly 16 years. She also worked as a proofreader at Dicks Sporting Goods in Moon Township. She excelled at her work.

She was born with a burning passion and talent for music and the arts, but her unique singing voice was a special gift that could elicit tears of joy. She sang in church, choirs and, at one time, in a band with her husband, a memory she delighted in.

She loved Jesus and became a Christian many years ago. She attended and loved the Chippewa Alliance Church. Her faith was her life’s foundation.

Arrangements are being entrusted through Gabauer-Todd Funeral Home, 340 3rd Street, Beaver.

A visitation will be Friday, November 13th from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. A funeral service will be conducted Saturday, November 14th, with visitation from 10-11 a.m. and the service beginning at 11 a.m. with Reverend Dan Muir of Chippewa Alliance Church presiding.

To send flowers with our preferred florist or plant a memorial tree, please visit the flower store of the Gabauer Funeral Home & Cremation Services by clicking here.

Penguins beat Sharks 3-2 in shootout after blowing 2-goal lead in 3rd period

(File Photo: Source for Photo: Pittsburgh Penguins right wing Rutger McGroarty, left, celebrates with goaltender Sergei Murashov (1) after the Penguins defeated the San Jose Sharks in the shootout of an NHL hockey game, Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2026, in San Jose, Calif. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)

SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) — Ben Kindel scored in regulation and had the lone shootout goal and the Pittsburgh Penguins beat the San Jose Sharks 3-2 on Wednesday night after blowing a two-goal lead in third period.

San Jose star Macklin Celebrini scored with 8:28 left, and set up Mason Marchment’s tying goal with 4:11 remaining.

The Penguins then survived a San Jose power play for the final 43 seconds of overtime after Kris Letang was sent off for holding Sam Dickinson’s stick.

Sergei Murashov made 34 saves for the Penguins through overtime, then ended the tiebreaker by stopping Will Smith in the third round. Kindel scored on the first attempt of the shootout.

Samuel Girard opened the scoring for Pittsburgh on a slap shot at 8:57 of the first period, and Kindel connected on a power play at 3:28 of the third.

Yaroslav Askarov stopped 33 shots for San Jose.

Up next

Penguins: Host Ottawa on Saturday night.

Sharks: At Utah on Saturday night.

Mc DONALD’S BEAVER COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL PREVIEW

 

WPIAL PLAYOFFS — ROUND TWO
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2026

It’s time for our McDonald’s Beaver County High School Football Preview, brought to you by Tri-County McDonald’s!

We’re down to the final eight teams in each classification of the WPIAL playoffs, and four Beaver County teams are still chasing a championship!

Western Beaver, Beaver Falls, Aliquippa and Hopewell are all in action Friday night.

It’s win or go home, and we’ve got some outstanding matchups!

Let’s start with our Pond Lehocky Game of the Week!

POND LEHOCKY GAME OF THE WEEK

WESTERN BEAVER VS. STEEL VALLEY

FOX CHAPEL HIGH SCHOOL — CLASS 2A QUARTERFINALS

What a story the Western Beaver Golden Beavers have become!

After starting the season 1-and-4, Western Beaver has now won six consecutive games, including last week’s impressive 44-22 victory over Chartiers-Houston.

The Golden Beavers enter at 7-and-4, and they’ve been one of the hottest teams in Class 2A.

The biggest reason has been Jeremiah Pratt.

Since moving to quarterback, Pratt has completely transformed Western Beaver’s offense.

Last week, Pratt rushed for 197 yards and two touchdowns on just 11 carries!

And he wasn’t alone.

Braeden Mayo added 127 rushing yards and two touchdowns, giving Western Beaver an outstanding one-two punch.

But Friday night brings a familiar opponent.

Steel Valley defeated Western Beaver 14-6 back on September 11.

The Ironmen enter at 7-and-4 and are coming off a dominating 47-8 victory over Freedom in the opening round.

That sets up a fascinating rematch.

Western Beaver is a much different team than the one Steel Valley faced in September.

The keys will be controlling the line of scrimmage, establishing the running game and avoiding costly turnovers.

I think Western Beaver’s momentum and improved offense will make the difference.

FRANK’S PICK: WESTERN BEAVER 28, STEEL VALLEY 21!

And remember, our Pond Lehocky Game of the Week is now AUDIO ONLY!

Join us Friday night, live from Fox Chapel High School, with pregame coverage beginning at 6:30 and kickoff at 7:00.

You can hear all the action on 99.3 FM, 95.7 FM, 1230 WBVP and 1460 WMBA!

You can also listen live at beavercountyradio.com, or by downloading the St. Barnabas Broadcasting App, available in the Google Play Store or Apple’s App Store!

BEAVER FALLS VS. BISHOP CANEVIN

DORMONT STADIUM — CLASS 2A QUARTERFINALS

Here’s another tremendous playoff matchup!

The Beaver Falls Tigers enter at 7-and-3 after defeating McGuffey 28-7 in the opening round.

Running back Xavier Clark rushed for 96 yards and a touchdown in that victory.

Quarterback Rodney Slappy continues to be a key part of the Tigers’ offense.

But Beaver Falls faces its biggest challenge of the season.

Bishop Canevin is undefeated at 10-and-0 and is the number one seed in Class 2A.

The Crusaders had a first-round bye, so they’ll be rested and ready.

For Beaver Falls to pull off the upset, the Tigers must establish their running game, control the clock and play outstanding defense.

I’m expecting a physical game, but Bishop Canevin is a very difficult opponent.

FRANK’S PICK: BISHOP CANEVIN 28, BEAVER FALLS 20.

ALIQUIPPA VS. PROPEL BRADDOCK HILLS

DEER LAKES HIGH SCHOOL — CLASS 3A QUARTERFINALS

Don’t look now, but the Aliquippa Quips are making another November playoff run!

Aliquippa enters at 7-and-3 after crushing Waynesburg Central 52-14 in the opening round.

The Quips will need another big performance from running back Akiva Woods and their offensive line.

But this week’s opponent presents a major challenge.

Propel Braddock Hills is the number two seed, entering at 8-and-3.

Propel Braddock Hills opened the playoffs with a dominating 66-19 victory over Burrell.

That means Aliquippa’s defense must be ready for an explosive offense.

The Quips have a history of playing their best football in November, and I think that playoff experience matters.

I’m calling for a close one!

FRANK’S PICK: ALIQUIPPA 28, PROPEL BRADDOCK HILLS 24.

HOPEWELL VS. NORTH CATHOLIC

CHARTIERS VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL — CLASS 3A QUARTERFINALS

How about those Hopewell Vikings?

Hopewell enters at 10-and-1 after absolutely dominating Mount Pleasant 62-7 in the opening round!

The Vikings have one of the most explosive offenses in the WPIAL.

Quarterback James Armstrong continues to lead the way, with Nasir Wade, Brody Rock and Avery Bokor providing plenty of offensive firepower.

But North Catholic won’t be an easy opponent.

The Trojans enter at 8-and-3 after shutting out Beaver 21-0 last week.

North Catholic has shown it can play outstanding defense.

The big question is whether the Trojans can slow down Hopewell’s high-powered offense.

I don’t think they can.

FRANK’S PICK: HOPEWELL 35, NORTH CATHOLIC 21.

FINAL THOUGHTS

So there are my picks for the second round of the WPIAL playoffs!

My team to watch is Western Beaver! Six straight victories, and Jeremiah Pratt has transformed the Golden Beavers into a serious playoff contender.

My potential upset is Aliquippa over Propel Braddock Hills! Never underestimate the Quips in November.

And my biggest challenge of the week belongs to Beaver Falls, taking on undefeated Bishop Canevin.

But our spotlight Friday night is on Fox Chapel High School!

Western Beaver and Steel Valley meet again, this time with a trip to the Class 2A semifinals on the line!

MY FINAL POND LEHOCKY GAME OF THE WEEK PICK: WESTERN BEAVER 28, STEEL VALLEY 21!

Remember, the game is AUDIO ONLY!

Listen on 99.3 and 95.7 FM, 1230 WBVP, 1460 WMBA, beavercountyradio.com, or the St. Barnabas Broadcasting App!

Pregame at 6:30, kickoff at 7:00!

That’s your McDonald’s Beaver County High School Football Preview!

Good luck to all four of our remaining Beaver County teams!

Matthew J. McCauley (1950-2026)

Matthew J. McCauley, 76, of Chippewa Township, passed away peacefully on November 9th, 2026, at Celebration Villa of Chippewa.

He was born in New Brighton on June 6th, 1950, a son of the late Wilbert and Blanche (Brendel) McCauley.

Matthew was a proud veteran of the United States Army, having served during the Vietnam War. He was a part of the Charlie Co. and the 1/52nd 198th L.I.B American Division during the war. He was a member of the former Highland VFW, where he served as Commander and was a member of the Beaver-Lawrence County Honor Guard. Matthew proudly assisted several local veterans’ organizations in honoring fellow veterans who had passed away, helping to ensure their service and sacrifice were remembered with dignity and respect.

He is survived by his loving wife of nearly 25 years, Debra (Smiley) McCauley, his children, Matthew McCauley Jr., Michelle (Clayton) Hamilton, and Kelly (Cory) Schmidt, Debra’s children, Megan (Mark) Helsel and Lauren (Harry) Hall, his grandchildren: Cade Hamilton, Elle Hamilton, Mila Hamilton, Luca Schmidt, Gabriel Why, Landon Hall, and Hailey Hall; as well as his siblings, Chuck (Pat) McCauley, Debbie (Eugene) McMillen, and Margaret McCauley and numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his sister, Penney (John) Cockerham.

Friends and family will be received on Friday November 13th from 4 P.M. to 7 P.M. at Gabauer-Lutton Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc., 117 Blackhawk Road, Beaver Falls, who was in charge of his arrangements.

Military Honors will be rendered at the funeral home by the Beaver County Honor Guard on Saturday, November 14th at 9:45 A.M. A funeral service will follow at 10 A.M. in the funeral home chapel.

A private interment will take place at Grandview Cemetery, 139 Norwood Drive, Beaver Falls.

The family of Matthew wishes to express their heartfelt gratitude to the compassionate staff at Celebration Villa in Chippewa Township for the wonderful care given to Matt over the last year and a half. A thank you goes out to Gateway Hospice for their dedication and support during Matthew’s final months.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to his church, Mt. Olive Lutheran Church, 1154 Shenango Road, Beaver Falls, PA 15010.

To send flowers with our preferred florist or plant a memorial tree, please visit the flower store of the Gabauer Family Funeral Homes & Cremation Services by clicking here.