Author: Beaver County Radio

April showers us with cool concerts

April brings cool concert acts to the Pittsburgh region.

From Kenny Wayne Shepherd to The Temptations; and a Flock of Seagulls to Bush and BBMak, there’s a show for all musical tastes.

Here’s the concert calendar for April and beyond in western Pennsylvania.

JERGEL’S RHYTHM GRILLE

April 2: A Flock of Seagulls

April 7: Lynch Mob

April 8: Throwing Muses

April 9: Kylie Morgan

April 22: Uli Jon Roth

April 23: The Band Perry

April 28: Paul Gilbert

May 8: Crack The Sky; May 9: Buckethead; May 18: Buckcherry; May 19: Samantha Fish; May 21: Nazareth; June 22: Ana Popovic; July 5: Quiet Riot; July 12: Chris Kirkpatrick, O-Town, LFO, BBMak and Ryan Cabrera; July 13: Robert Jon & The Wreck; Sept. 16-17: Leonid & Friends.

UPMC EVENTS CENTER

April 7: Bush

May 11: Bilmuri; June 15: Yellowcard, New Found Glory, Plain White T’s.

STAGE AE

April 8: The Last Dinner Party

April 10: 49 Winchester

April 14: The Maine

May 12: Ashnikko; May 15: Black Veil Brides; May 22: Ryan Bingham; June 1: Taking Back Sunday; June 10: Mt. Joy; June 13: The Clarks; June 14: Dance Gavin Dance; June 23: Young The Giant; June 24: Trombone Shorty; July 10: Louis Tomlinson; July 23: O.A.R.; Aug. 2: Black Keys; Sept. 1: Sierra Ferrell; Sept. 23: Rainbow Kitten Surprise; Sept. 25: Caamp; Oct. 10: Sugar.

PETERSEN EVENTS CENTER

April 4: B2K, Bow Wow

April 11: Bailey Zimmerman

April 25: Jeezy

June 7: Teddy Swims; Aug. 21: Koe Wetzel; Sept. 17: Phil Wickham.

PALACE THEATRE

April 19: Kenny Wayne Shepherd

May 3: The Jaggerz, Chuck Blasko’s Vogues, The Skyliners, The Marcels and Pure Gold; May 19: ZZ Top; June 5: Cinderella’s Tom Keifer; July 22: Stewart Copeland; July 23: Air Supply; Oct. 15: Micky Dolenz

BYHAM THEATER

April 18: David Spade.

TIMBER ROCK AMPHITHEATER

April 17: Gov’t Mule

May 28, Jo Dee Messina; May 29: Gary Allan; June 12: Niko Moon; June 19: Brantley Gilbert; June 20: Umphrey’s McGee and moe.; July 17: Blackberry Smoke; July 31: Jeff Foxworthy; Aug. 28: Travis Tritt.

Jam band Gov’t Mule heads to Western Pennsylvania.

HEINZ HALL

April 11: Lake Street Dive with the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra

June 2: St. Vincent with the PSO; July 3: Derek Hough; July 22: Harry Connick Jr.

ROXIAN THEATRE @ CITIZENS

April 4: Our Lady Peace and the Verve Pipe

April 7: Ally and AJ

April 14: Snarky Puppy

April 21: Band of Horses

April 24: Soulja Boy

April 26: Steel Panther

May 14: Sevendust; May 18: Altar Bridge; May 27: The Toadies; June 3: Corinne Bailey Rae; June 16: Jinjer; June 25: String Cheese Incident; July 16: Trampled by Turtles; Aug. 12: Courtney Barrett; Sept. 29: Public Image Limited.

Ally & AJ have a show in Pittsburgh.

BENEDUM CENTER

April 8: CeCe Winans

April 10: Anne Wilson

April 11: The Temptations & The Four Tops.

CARNEGIE OF MUSIC HOMESTEAD

April 9: Colin Mochrie & Brad Sherwood

April 19: Terri Clark

April 30: Jim Breuer

May 5: Melissa Etheridge; May 8: Gino Vannelli;  May 28: Airplane! Live With Julie Hagerty and Robert Hays; June 7: Napoleon Dynamite – A Conversation with “Napoleon Dynamite’s” Jon Heder, Efren Ramirez, & Jon Gries; June 9: Ben Folds; June 19: Patton Oswalt; June 27: Christopher Cross; July 6: The Church; July 11: Taj Mahal; July 18: Mike Campbell & The Dirty Knobs; Oct. 13: Bruce Hornsby.

CITY WINERY PITTSBURGH

April 13: Soul Asylum acoustic

April 14: Rufus Wainwright

April 21: BBMak

April 22: Lloyd Cole

April 24-25: Vanessa Carlton

April 29: Melissa Manchester

May 10: Willie Nile.

THUNDERBIRD CAFE

April 11: Kashus Culpepper

April 16: Whitney

April 23: Walter Trout

May 2: Bahamas; May 12: Marc Broussard; May 22: Southern Culture on The Skids; June 23: S.G. Goodman.

PPG PAINTS ARENA

May 5: Bring Me The Horizon; May 19: Bruce Springsteen; May 23: Don Toliver; June 11: 5 Seconds of Summer; June 16: Megan Moroney; June 23: Alex Warren; June 30: Lionel Richie with Earth, Wind & Fire; July 11: Meghan Trainor;  July 20: Zayn; July 30-31: Nate Bargatze; Aug. 13: Zac Brown Band; Oct. 28:  “Worlds Collide Concert Tour” featuring stars from the “Descendants,”  “ZOMBIES” and “Camp Rock” films; Dec. 21: Andre Bocelli.

MR. SMALLS THEATRE

April 7: Madison Cunningham

May 2: Afghan Whigs; May 7: Pete Thorn; May 22: Donna The Buffalo; July 30: Cat Power; Sept. 26: Ben Harper.

OAKS THEATER

May 7:  Al Di Meola; Aug. 7: BoDeans.

CRAFTHOUSE GRILL

May 18: Powerman 5000; May 31: Adelitas Way.

ACRISURE STADIUM

June 5-6: Morgan Wallen; Aug. 29: Bruno Mars.

PNC PARK

July 3: Noah Kahan

PAVILION AT STAR LAKE

June 10: MGK; June 14: Mumford & Sons; June 17: Chris Stapleton;  June 20: Kid Rock; June 23: Godsmack; June 26: Riley Green; July 3: Jack Johnson; July 17: Motley Crue; July 18: Tim McGraw; July 24: Dave Matthews Band; Aug. 1: “Weird” Al Yankovic; Aug. 2: Ne-Yo & Akon; Aug. 7: Five Finger Death Punch; Aug. 8: Parker McCollum; Aug. 14: Goo Goo Dolls; Aug. 24: TLC, Salt-N-Pepa; Aug. 25: Kesha; Aug. 29: Rob Zombie & Marilyn Manson; Sept. 3:  Rufus Du Sol; Sept. 15: Breaking Benjamin.

YOUNGSTOWN FOUNDATION AMPHITHEATER

July 10: Jason Aldean; July 11: Eric Church; Aug. 9: Joe Bonamassa and Gov’t Mule.

CITIZENS LIVE AT THE WYLIE

Oct. 2: Wiz Khalifa

Oct. 3: Styx

Oct. 6: Two Door Cinema

Oct. 9: Chelsea Handler

Oct. 16: Boyz II Men

Oct. 20: Tedeschi Trucks

Nov. 7: Sting

Nov. 15:Wyatt Flores

Dec. 2: Steven Wilson Jr.

Dec. 3: Sabaton

Others

April 22: Rev. Horton Heat, Preserving Underground, New Kensington

June 27: Dustin Lynch, Beaver County Boom on The Bridge, Bridgewater.

Dick’s Sporting Goods closing Beaver Valley Mall location

Story by Curtis Walsh – Beaver County Radio. Published March 29, 2026 11:23 A.M.

(Center Township, Pa) A popular sporting goods chain will soon be closing their Beaver County location.

Dick’s Sporting Goods announced they are  closing their Beaver Valley Mall location next month.

The official closing date for the location is set for April 25th, 2026.

The Coraopolis headquartered chain is advising customers to visit their other nearby locations in Robinson and Cranberry for future purchases, or by visiting their website.

New Brighton home destroyed by fire

Story by Curtis Walsh – Beaver County Radio. Published March 28, 2026 4:45 P.M.

(New Brighton, Pa) Numerous fire departments responded to a house fire Saturday afternoon. The fire occurred at a home on 2nd Street of the Oak Hill neighborhood in New Brighton roughly around 3:30pm.

Beaver County Radio witnessed crews fighting the blaze while power lines sparked next to the structure.

The entire roof and upper half of the home appeared to be destroyed by the fire. It is currently unclear if surrounding homes also sustained damage.

According to a statement made by the City of Beaver Falls Fire Department, one of their fire fighters was “transported to the hospital with dizziness after being struck in the head with a piece of wooden siding.” The fireman has since been released.

No other injuries were reported.

We have not yet received word on the cause of the fire.

Mercer Road was temporarily closed between 4th Street and North 2nd Street.

Crews remained working at the scene as of 4:30pm Saturday.

Yankee Trader 03-28-26

03-28-26 Listings

 

Marilyn          Beaver            425-444-2321

RV Antenna Winegard “Rayzar”.  Dome HD TV antenna.

Perfect for travel.  Brand New still in box.  Only $175

 

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Diane             Beaver            724-774-1671

LTB (looking to buy)  a large suitcase with 4 wheels/3600 turning.

For Sale:                                                                                                    2 Tires  235/55 R17  Used, but plenty of tread left.

PRICE: make an offer

Nice heavy Dining Room Table.  Black bottom with 2 double doors underneath and lots of storage. Top is 4’ round W Dark Cherry inlaid pattern.  Open it and an internal leaf lifts out to make the table 4’ X 5’6”.  4 padded black ladder-back dining chairs also available.

Best offer.

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Tom        Beaver Falls           724-384-8112

2 16’ Aluminum extension ladders.  $35 each or Both for $60

16’ Fiberglass ladder   $60

12 pieces 1” X10’ conduit Pipe for underground electric wires.  Never used.  Only $6 each.

 

TOOLS, TOOLS TOOLS.  Also well organized nuts bolts and electric tools too.

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Richard          Baden             724-630-3207 (Prefers TEXT)

14’ “Deep V” fishing boat.  Boat is in great shape, but needs title/registration.  Also comes with a trailer that needs some work.  No motor.               $500

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Dorothy          Ambridge               724-266-2752

LTB (looking to buy) a bench or chair to put in her entryway.

NIB (new in box) Double sided full-body massage & heat.  $25

 

VAL          (Beaver)            PHONE:  724-513-9390

4   2”-3” Porcelain Easter Bunnies

Jewelry, jewelry, jewelry.    At least 200 pieces.  Come & peruse the big variety of rings, broaches, necklaces, earrings, bracelets and more. She has 34 necklaces with individual photos of each that can be texted to you.  Match your outfit or buy a gift.

Baskets.  Mostly larger sizes in a variety of styles to organize and store your items. Or make some GREAT Easter baskets.  Most have handles. She’ll be glad to send a photo.

Religious Items:  Rosaries in a variety of styles, Holy Bibles, Wood & Metal Crosses, Scapulars. 13” Virgin Mary.

 Good offers accepted

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Ray           Beaver Falls               724-496-7895

GE Electric 30” Stove.  White.  Not even a year old.  $250 OBO

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Marilyn          Fallston          724-622-7957                         Please leave a message

Camping Trailer with water damage.  Still has AC, Shoer, Stove.  Includes Tanks and tires.  The trailer is in good shape, but the camper definitely needs work.     $500

“TeeNee” Utility Trailer for a vehicle.  8’ X 10’  It tips for easy unloading.  $500

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Charlie               Beaver Falls           724-513-9390

1999 Honda Shadow 1100 Motorcycle with 38,000 original miles.  Saddle Bags and Travel Bag included.  Custom exhaust.  Silver & Black color.  Wired for a battery tender.  Comes with a real nice helmet.  Very roomy spot for a passenger.  $2,000

 

2 pairs of Size 11 work boots.  Insulated, waterproof, in great condition.

$20 each or both pair for $35

 

Several pair of Size 11 Hunting boots.  Multiple styles.  Some are NEW!

Get a great deal.

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Matthew Klenk (1971-2026)

Matthew Klenk, 54 of Ambridge, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, March 24, 2026.
He was born October 5, 1971, in Pittsburgh, a son of the late Robert and Barbara Bender Klenk.
Matt was a devoted husband, father, brother, pastor, and friend whose life touched countless people.
For the past eleven years, Matt faithfully served as the Senior Pastor at Calvary Fellowship Community Church in Ambridge. He dedicated 25 years of his life to spreading the good news of Jesus Christ, his Lord and Savior, and was a pillar of strength and compassion within the community.  Matt was an avid golfer.  Beyond his ministry, Matt gave generously of his time through charity work and served as a basketball coach mentoring and inspiring young people both on and off the court.
Matt leaves behind his loving daughter, Isabella Klenk (Josh King) who is preparing to graduate from Duquesne University in May. Bella was the light of Matt’s life, and he was incredibly proud of the strong, compassionate young woman she has become and made sure to do everything he could for her. He also leaves behind a sister Patty (Steve) Rohm, a brother Bob (Frankie) Klenk, and numerous nieces & nephews.
He is now reunited with his parents, his beloved wife, Jennifer Klenk, who passed away three years ago. Together, they built a life centered on faith, love, and service to others, and a sister Barbara Klenk.
Matt’s impact reaches far beyond his family.  He was deeply loved by friends, church members, and the entire Ambridge community. His kindness, unwavering faith, and servant’s heart left a lasting impression on everyone he encountered.
Friends will be received on Monday from 3-7 P.M. in the Calvary Fellowship Community Church, 300 11th Street, Ambridge.
Family and Friends will then meet on Tuesday at 11 A.M. in the New Hope Community Church, 592 Beaver Road, Ambridge, from where a funeral service will be held, with his good friend Pastor Rick Thornhill officiating.
Interment will follow in Economy Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers the family asks donations be made to the Calvary Fellowship Community Church.
To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Matthew Klenk, please visit our floral store.

Kathlenn “Joyce” Mesko (1939-2026)

Kathleen “Joyce” Mesko, 86, a lifelong resident of Ambridge, passed away on March 26th, 2026. She was born on July 2nd, 1939, the daughter of the late Michael and Rose (Rizzo) Notarianni. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Richard Mesko, her daughter, Linda Mesko and her brother, Carl Notarianni. She is survived by her loving daughters, Lorie (Frank) Jeskey and Amy (Brian) Durbin, her brother, Jim Notarianni and her cherished grandchildren, Luke, Avery, and Eli, who affectionately called her “Nunni.”

Kathleen graduated from Ambridge High School with its Class of 1957. She had a special love for her dogs, especially Rosie and Ritzy. She treasured beach vacations with her family and enjoyed spending time on her porch, chatting with neighbors and passersby.

A visitation will be held on Monday, March 30th, from 3-7 P.M. at Alvarez-Hahn Funeral Services and Cremation LLC, 547 8th Street, Ambridge, who was in charge of her arrangements, and where a Blessing Service will be held at 11 A.M. on Tuesday, March 31st. Interment will follow at Sylvania Hills Memorial Park, 273 PA-68, Rochester.

Waler “Terry” Bingle (1942-2026)

Walter “Terry” Bingle, 83, of Patterson Township, passed away on March 26th, 2026. He was born in Ellwood City on August 31st, 1942, and lived a full and hardworking life centered around family, friends, and the things he loved most. He was the beloved husband of Nancy “Jeanie” Bingle. He was a proud and devoted father to Katie Bingle, Stephanie Corless (Brandon), and Chari Rae (Don). He was also a cherished grandfather “Pa” to: Trenton, Carter, and Dylan Mauk, Graham and Greyson Corless and Ashley Rae. Walter dedicated many years of his life to his work, beginning at B&W Steel Mill before finishing his career as a bus driver. He drove both coach and school buses for McCarter Coach and Tour as well as Beaver County Transit Authority, where he was known for his reliability and friendly nature. Outside of work, he had a passion for classic cars, especially Corvettes, and enjoyed racing in his younger years. He loved riding motorcycles and found joy in the open road. He also took great pride in cutting the grass and keeping his yard looking its best. He had a big heart for animals and was always willing to take in a stray, reflecting his kind and generous spirit. He also treasured the simple moments in life, especially his morning routine of meeting friends at McDonald’s, where laughter, conversation, and companionship were always part of the day’s beginning. A memorial visitation will be held on Wednesday, April 1st from 5 P.M. until the time of service at 7 P.M. at the CORLESS-KUNSELMAN FUNERAL SERVICES, LLC 3801 4th Avenue, Beaver Falls, who was in charge of his arrangements. He will be remembered for his love of family, his hardworking nature, and his willingness to help others. His presence will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

Gayle J. Javens (1949-2026)

Gayle J. Javens, 77, of New Sewickley Township, passed away on March 25th, 2026. She was born on February 16th, 1949, a daughter of the late Esther Brickner. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, William Javens, a daughter, Barb Shultz, and her siblings, Gloria VanEattan, and Nancy Brickner. She is survived by her children, David Brickner and Tina Thompson. There will be no visitation or services for Gayle. Arrangements have been entrusted to the branch of Huntsman Funeral Home and Cremation Services.

State Representative Rob Matzie: $225K secured for District 16 municipal planning, resources and equipment

(File Photo of State Representative Rob Matzie)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Ambridge, PA) State Representative Rob Matzie announced in Ambridge today that state grant funding of $225,000 will deliver new resources to bolster projects, public works and police services in Beaver County. Matzie confirmed that five separate grants which were approved through the state Department of Community and Economic development will help municipalities keep projects and operations running more smoothly. According to a release from Matzie’s office, the funding includes:

  • $75,000 to the city of Aliquippa to purchase public works equipment.
  • $50,000 to Hopewell Township for playground upgrades and renovations.
  • $50,000 to the Rochester Police Department for a new vehicle.
  • $25,000 to the Center Township Police Department for new equipment.
  • $25,000 to Monaca for planning initiatives for economic development.

Fort Duquesne Bridge Inspection Continues Sunday Night in Pittsburgh

(File Photo: Caption for Photo: PennDOT, PSP, PTC, Construction Industry Highlight National Work Zone Awareness Week)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Pittsburgh, PA) PennDOT District 11 announced that inspection activities on the Fort Duquesne Bridge (I-279) in the City of Pittsburgh will continue this Sunday, weather permitting. From 9 P.M. to 5 A.M. nightly through Thursday night, inspection activities will occur on the southbound (lower deck) Fort Duquesne Bridge between the southbound I-279 (Parkway North) on-ramp and the southern end of the structure. Single-lane restrictions will occur as crews from GFT will conduct the inspection work.