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William L. “Billy” Estermeyer, Jr. (1954-2026)

William L. “Billy” Estermyer, Jr., 72, of Chippewa Township, passed away peacefully on September 18th, 2026.

He was born in Beaver Falls on June 2nd, 1954, the eldest son of the late William Sr. and Mary Ann (Bayne) Estermyer.

William graduated from Beaver Falls High School in 1972 and went on to become co-owner of Estermyer Pump Company in Rochester. He was a devoted fan of all Pittsburgh sports teams and a former member of the Beaver Valley Jaycees, where he was proudly named Jaycee of the Month three times. He also loved bringing people together and was well known for hosting memorable New Year’s Eve parties for many years, creating countless good times and lasting memories with family and friends.

He is survived by his sister, Beth (Jeff) Shafer, his brothers, Tracy (Karen) Estermyer and Tim (Krisa) Estermyer, four nieces, five great nieces and nephews and his great friends, Bill and Sallie.

Friends will be received on Saturday, September 26th from 12 noon until the time of services at 3 p.m. in the GABAUER-LUTTON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 117 Blackhawk Road, Beaver Falls, who was in charge of his arrangements.

Interment will be private at Beaver Falls Cemetery, 2045 Darlington Road, Beaver Falls.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in honor of William may be directed to a charity of one’s choice.

To send flowers or plant a memorial tree in memory, please visit the flower store of the Gabauer Family Funeral Homes and Cremation Services by clicking here.

Carolyn J. Hoo (1946-2026)

Carolyn J. Hoo, 80, of Ambridge, passed away peacefully on September 21st, 2026. She was born on April 13th, 1946, the daughter of the late Viola and Robert Campbell.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved grandson, Jarrod Hoo.

She is survived by her children, Christopher (Tonya) Hoo and Eric Hoo, her grandchildren: Krystle (Drew) Hoo, Brandon (Jennifer) Hoo, Chrissy Yingling, Layla Hoo, Brock Hoo, and Zak Berry; as well as her great-grandchildren: Mariah, Riley, Camry, Dominic, Elliana, and Mila; along with her daughter-in-law, Brenda Paulowski.

Carolyn found joy in the simple things in life. She loved reading, traveling, camping, and enjoying the occasional Busch beer. She once bred Chow Chow dogs and had a special place in her heart for all animals. She also had a deep appreciation for Native American culture and art. She was an avid Steelers fan and especially cherished the time she spent with her grandchildren. She was known for her generous heart and caring nature, always willing to open her home to anyone in need. Her warmth, compassion, and love for her family will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.

Services are private for Carolyn. Arrangements have been entrusted to Alvarez-Hahn Funeral Services and Cremation, LLC, 547 8th Street, Ambridge.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that monetary donations be made in Carolyn’s honor to the Beaver County Humane Society, 3394 Brodhead Road, Aliquippa, PA 15001.

Linda Ann Carr (1952-2026)

Linda Ann Carr, 73, passed away peacefully on September 19, 2026. She was born on December 18th, 1952, the beloved daughter of the late Anthony “Joe” Carr and Hilda (Ebitz) Carr.

Linda is survived by her brother, Father Joe Carr, as well as numerous cousins and many dear friends who held a special place in her heart.

Linda was employed by PPG Industries and H.J. Heinz Company during her career. She was a member of Saint Luke the Evangelist Parish, where she was involved with the Christian Mothers and Ladies Guild. Linda was incredibly generous and had a kind heart. She especially enjoyed volunteering at the parish festival each year. She was blessed with many wonderful friendships throughout her life and will be deeply missed. Those who knew her will especially remember her dry sense of humor and the unique way she could always bring a smile to those around her.

The family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to everyone who helped Linda find a home at Good Samaritan Church and, later, at Saint Luke the Evangelist Parish.

In lieu of flowers, those who wish, may make a donation to Saint Luke the Evangelist Parish, 725 Glenwood Avenue, Ambridge, PA 15003, where a parish endowment fund has recently been established.

A visitation will be held on Sunday, September 27th from 1:30 P.M. until 6:30 P.M. at Alvarez-Hahn Funeral Services and Cremation, LLC, 547 8th Street, Ambridge, who was in charge of her arrangements. An additional visitation will be held on Monday, September 28th from 9 A.M. until 10 A.M. at Saint Luke the Evangelist/Good Samaritan Church, 725 Glenwood Avenue, Ambridge, where the Christian Mothers will say the rosary at 10 A.M. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 A.M. Burial will follow at Calvary Cemetery, 718 Hazelwood Avenue, Pittsburgh.

Beaver County Chamber Harrisburg trip postponed

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Harrisburg, PA) The Beaver County Chamber Harrisburg Trip, which was originally scheduled for Tuesday, September 29th, has now been postponed. This trip was postponed because of the current legislative climate in Harrisburg and the timing of the election season. 

The Chamber believes that when the trip is scheduled for a future date that better aligns with the legislative calendar, it will be more impactful and it will provide a more favorable opportunity for meaningful engagement. Planning for the new date is underway, and more details will be shared when they become available. 

Barbara Jeanette (Basey) Borriello (1939-2026)

Barbara Jeanette (Basey) Borriello, 87, of Baden, formerly of Daisytown (Clover Hill), passed away on September 18th, 2026, at Good Samaritan Hospice in Wexford, surrounded by the love of her family in her final days.

She was born on August 19th, 1939, the daughter of the late Alexander and Edith Basey. She graduated from California Area High School in 1957 and later worked at UPMC Mercy Hospital performing cardiograms. Barbara shared 67 years of marriage with her beloved husband, Patsy Borriello. Her family was the center of her life, and she especially treasured time spent with her grandchildren, whom she helped raise. She loved bringing everyone together for large Italian dinners and enjoyed scrapbooking and preserving family memories.
In addition to her husband, she is survived by her children, Christina Austin of Hopewell, Patsy Borriello Jr. of Baden and Sherri Borriello of California, her grandchildren: Breean (Kyle) Beers, Dylan Austin, Alexa Austin, Dante Borriello, Luca Borriello, Olivia Borriello, Tyler Engel, Nicholas Farland, and Austin Farland; as well as her great-grandchildren: Bear Beers, Bryar Beers, Bobby Beers, and Bailey Austin; alog with her siblings, Mary Ann Rice (George), Thomas Basey Sr. (Veronica), Alexander “Al” Basey (Linda) and Laverne “Vernie” Jackson (Kenneth). In addition to her parents, Barbara was preceded in death by her infant daughter, Anna Marie Borriello and her brother, William Basey (Ruth).
Barbara will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by the family she cherished so much.

A visitation will be held at 2-4 P.M. and 5-7 P.M. on Thursday, September 24th 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 Friday, September 25th followed by burial at Mt. Olivet Catholic Cemetery, 2186 Brodhead Road, Aliquippa.

Red Cross: Keep the blood supply ready, give blood or platelets this fall

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Pittsburgh, PA) The American Red Cross is urging people to give blood or platelets now to ensure that patients can receive care. All blood types are needed, and the Red Cross supplies hospitals across the United States with over 6.5 million blood products each year, all made possible through the generosity of volunteer donors. 

Those who give between September 21st-October 18th, 2026, will get a $15 e-gift card to a merchant of their choice. Those who come to give between September 21st-30th, 2026 at the Red Cross blood donation centers can mention the word “pickleball” to Red Cross staff or volunteers that are on-site, and they can get a custom Red Cross pickleball paddle and ball. However, limited quantities of this prize are available.

September is also National Preparedness Month, which is an important time to remember that disasters can happen without a proper warning. A strong blood supply can help in response to every type of disaster, whether it is home fires or natural disasters. 

According to a release from the American Red Cross, here are some ways to donate blood:

How to donate blood

Simply download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org (click here), call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or enable the Blood Donor Skill on any Alexa Echo device to make an appointment or for more information. All blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply for patients. A blood donor card or driver’s license or two other forms of identification are required at check-in. Individuals who are 17 years of age in most states (16 with parental consent where allowed by state law), weigh at least 110 pounds and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood. High school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet certain height and weight requirements.

Blood and platelet donors can save time at their next donation by using RapidPass® to complete their pre-donation reading and health history questionnaire online, on the day of their donation, before arriving at the blood drive. To get started, follow the instructions at RedCrossBlood.org/RapidPass (click here) or use the Blood Donor App.

Pittsburgh man charged after hitting Aliquippa man’s vehicle in Pittsburgh

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Pittsburgh, PA) Pennsylvania State Police in Pittsburgh reported today that twenty-nine-year-old Damon Goodwine of Pittsburgh was charged after he hit the vehicle driven by twenty-five-year-old Avante McKenzie of Aliquippa on September 2nd.

This crash occurred on I-279 South before the Fort Pitt Bridge at 9:40 a.m.

Goodwine tried to merge and swap lanes in front of McKenzie’s vehicle and Goodwine’s vehicle hit into the passenger front tire of McKenzie’s vehicle.

Goodwine was transported but it is unknown if he was injured.

McKenzie was not injured. 

Pittsburgh man rear-ends vehicle of Midland woman in Pittsburgh; not charged

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Pittsburgh, PA) Pennsylvania State Police in Pittsburgh reported today that twenty-four-year-old Thomas Mowery of Pittsburgh was not charged after he hit the vehicle driven by sixty-one-year-old Evelyn Brett of Midland in Pittsburgh on September 10th.

This crash occurred on I-376 West in an active long term construction zone at 5:01 p.m.

Mowery rear-ended Brett’s vehicle with his vehicle.

There were no reported injuries. 

Midland teenager charged after crashing vehicle in Pittsburgh

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Pittsburgh, PA) Pennsylvania State Police in Pittsburgh reported today that nineteen-year-old Connor Oday of Midland was charged after crashing his vehicle in Pittsburgh yesterday.

Oday was driving on I-376 East on the Fort Pitt Bridge at 5:30 a.m. According to police, Oday was traveling within the right lane, and traveled across the center dashed lane designator into the left lane of I-376 East.

He eventually hit a concrete traffic barrier with his vehicle.

There were no reported injuries.

Los Angeles man charged for bringing pistol into carry-on bag at Pittsburgh International Airport

(Credit for Photo: Photo Courtesy of the Allegheny County Police Department, Posted on Facebook on September 21st, 2026)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Pittsburgh, PA) A man is facing charges after police found a pistol inside a carry-on bag at the Pittsburgh International Airport. 

Allegheny County Police responded to a call yesterday at 4:06 p.m. after TSA found the pistol at a security checkpoint. 

The owner of the bag was identified as twenty-six-year-old Isaiah Hernandez of Los Angeles, California. 

Police state that he did not have a valid license for the gun. 

He has now been charged with carrying a gun without a license. 

Anybody who brings a gun to an airport security checkpoint can face federal fines that range from $10,000 to $13,910. 

The FBI is investigating this incident.