Author: Beaver County Radio

Esmerlyn Valdez’s grand slam, two homers lead Pirates past Brewers 7-6 in first game of doubleheader

(File Photo: Source for Photo: Pittsburgh Pirates’ Esmerlyn Valdez hits a grand slam home run off Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Aaron Ashby during the seventh inning of the first game of a baseball double header in Pittsburgh, Saturday, July 11, 2026. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)

PITTSBURGH (AP) — Rookie phenom Esmerlyn Valdez hit two home runs, including a go-ahead grand slam in the seventh inning, and drove in six runs to rally the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 7-6 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers on Saturday in the first game of a doubleheader.

The 22-year-old right fielder has hit nine home runs and driven in 24 runs in his first 26 games. His first career grand slam came off Aaron Ashby (12-2), turning a 6-3 deficit into a 7-6 lead and keeping the Brewers from their 60th win of the season with their second loss in seven games.

Valdez’s first homer of the day was a solo shot in the third that put the Pirates ahead 3-2. He also hit a run-scoring single in a two-run first inning.

Jake Bauers and Sal Frelick hit two-run home runs for the Brewers, who entered the day with a 7½-game lead in the NL Central.

Bauers lined his home run into the right-field seats in the second inning to tie the game at 2-2. Frelick’s blast capped a three-run fifth inning and put the Brewers ahead 5-3.

The Brewers added a run on William Contreras’ single in the top of the seventh, but Valdez answered with his grand slam in the bottom of the inning.

Pittsburgh starter Braxton Ashcraft, who has been selected for Tuesday’s All-Star Game, had one of his few poor outings this season. He allowed five runs in five innings.

Carmen Mlodzinski (6-3) pitched one-run ball in three innings of relief and Gregory Soto pitched a scoreless ninth for his 12th save, getting Andrew Vaughn to ground into a game-ending double play with the bases loaded.

Brewers rookie starter Brandon Sproat gave up three runs in three innings.

Up next

Brewers LHP Shane Drohan (4-2, 2.97 ERA) is scheduled to face RHP Bubba Chandler (3-8, 4.82) in the second game of the doubleheader in a matchup of rookies.

Yankee Trader 07-11-26

07-11-26 Listings

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Rick             Center Twp.           724-774-1727

4 Good Year All season radial tires.            Brand new! 235-65-17 Black walls.       Only $450.00

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Ella           Rochester          724-775-2855

LTB (looking to buy)  a Magic Chef Stove that works.  Must be 32” wide with knobs.

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Howie                     Vanport                  724-774-6397

Model Kit of Challenger Space Craft.  When complete it will be 20” high.  All of the details are included including extra tanks.  $50.00

Model Kit of original Moon-lander.  Something really special for your collection when completed.  $50.00

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Rick             Chippewa               724-630-9100

Small “Stay-green” Lawn Spreader.  Holds a standard size bag of seed or fertilizer.  Can deliver locally   $20

2 truly beautiful oriental style heavy duty table lamps.  31” high.  Use 3 way bulbs.  In very good condition.  $35 each.  Photos can be sent.

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From: Marilyn <marilynmatwiejuk@gmail.com>

Phone number: 724-775-2466

Item: Outdoor Chaise Lounge Chair

Price:$95.00

Additional Information:
The lounge chair also has a cushion that goes with the chair. Excellent condition!

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VAL             (Beaver)                PHONE:  724-513-9390

62 Music CD’s from the late 80’s to early 90’s.

Rap, Pop, R&B, R&R.

Includes ESPN Jock Jams Vol 1&2 and ESPN Jock Rock Vol 1&2.  Holiday music and movie soundtracks.  She can send you a photo to see what’s available. PRICE: Negotiable

Over 1,000 Baseball and Football Trading Cards.  All kept in albums so they’re in terrific condition.  Purchase individually for $1 each or by the album.  Barry Bonds, Doug Drabek. You’ll find 2 AUTOGRAPHED John Burkett cards among them (ask about price ) He pitched from 1987 to 2003, with the San Francisco Giants, Florida Marlins, Texas Rangers, Atlanta Braves and Boston Red Sox.  Reasonable offers accepted. One of the albums is Topps 40 years of BB Cards.   Also a collection of MVP football players. Another set is Pittsburgh 1993 Eastern Division Champions.

 

Child’s adjustable, freestanding plastic Basketball Hoop.  Can be moved from room to room or outside.  You can put sand or water in the base to stabilize it, if you like.

Jason Kendall Tee Shirt.   He was a hard-as-nails catcher for the Pgh Pirates in the mid 90’s.  Known as the ultimate catcher and called “The Kid”.

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Jack                        Chippewa               724-843-4299

2008 Ford Escape.  Keyless entry.  Maroon color with Tan leather interior and a Sun Roof. A brand-new ignition has been installed recently.  Not currently inspected.  Crazy price only $300.00

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Dorothy                 Ambridge               724-266-2752

For Sale:  27” LG Flat Screen TV.  Brand new.  Includes remote.  $100

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

Also LTB a grill cover.  Give her a call.

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Tom              Beaver Falls           724-384-8112

2 16’ Aluminum extension ladders $30 each

1 16’ Fiberglass extension ladder for safe work with electricity  $60.00

6 foot All-thread Rods ½” thick, 13 threads per inch.  Stainless steel.  He has 8 of them and is asking $20 ea.

He’s also having an open Garage Sale all summer.  Call 724-384-8112 or drive by.  If the garage door is open, he’s there.  Just stop by.  1211 4th Ave. Beaver Falls.

Lots of tools including electrical tools and every kind of nuts, bolts etc.

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Jim                     878-289-3861  or  620-550-1119

LOOKING TO BUY:

Double burner Hot plate-NON thermostatic

Summerween Brings Halloween Magic to Conway This Saturday

(Credit for Photo: Photo Courtesy of Caryn Acs)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Conway, PA) An event called Summerween is occurring tomorrow from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Hive in Conway.

This event is open to the public and it celebrates the spirit of Halloween during the summer.

It will feature things like costumes, vendors selling food, shopping and books, and people are encouraged to wear Halloween costumes during this event.

Beaver Falls man crashes vehicle in North Sewickley Township; no charges filed

(File Photo of a Police Siren Light)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(North Sewickley Township, PA) Pennsylvania State Police in Gibsonia reported today that no charges were filed against forty-one-year-old Perry Reddick Jr. of Beaver Falls after he crashed his vehicle in North Sewickley Township on June 25th.

Reddick was driving on I-76 West on the Pennsylvania Turnpike at 1:07 p.m. and lost control of his vehicle due to heavy rainfall and wet roadway conditions.

His vehicle then hit a cement barrier.

There were no reported injuries.

Shaler Township Man Charged with Threatening to Kill Member of Congress

(File Photo of a Gavel)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Pittsburgh, PA) United States Attorney Troy Rivetti announced today that a resident of Shaler Township has been indicted by a federal grand jury in Pittsburgh on charges of interstate threats and influencing, impeding, or retaliating against a federal official by threat.

The 12-count Indictment named thirty-two-year-old Robert Hlovchiec as the sole defendant.

According to the Indictment, between February and March 2026, Hlovchiec posted comments to YouTube videos in which he threatened acts of violence against a member of Congress (which is identified in the Indictment as “Victim 1”), Democrats and liberals, transgender people, and various minority groups.

Hlovchiec identified himself as a Nazi and a white supremacist at times, also detailing the acts of violence he desired to carry out, which included mass shootings, assassinations and running people over with his truck.

The Indictment charged Hlovchiec with issuing these following threats:

“If i get the chance im going to do a mass shooting wherever [Victim 1] is standing. [Victim 1]
needs to die. All trailers to America beware. America is not for sale. America is not a Muslim
country.”
“If i get the chance I’ll shoot everyone in [Victim 1]’s family. America is a white Christian nation.
We are ready to kill and die before foreigner ll Muslims take over”
“I would put a bullet in [Victim 1]’s head. [Victim 1] isn’t American”
“I would shoot [Victim 1] if I get close enough to [Victim 1]”
“I’ll shoot [Victim 1] if I get the chance”
“I’ll put a bullet in any democrats head especially democrat politician or [Victim 1]”

Hlovchiec could face a maximum sentence of up to five years in prison, a fine of up to $250,000, or both, provided by the law, regarding each of the six counts of interstate threats.

He could also face a maximum sentence of up to 10 years in prison, a fine of up to $250,000, or both, provided by the law, regarding each of the six counts of influencing, impeding, or retaliating against a federal official while they were engaged in, and on account of, their performance of their official duties by threat.

Pennsylvania Department of General Services to Open Online Auction for Surplus PennDOT Equipment, Including Dump Trucks and Heavy Machinery

(Credit for Photo: Photo Provided with Release Courtesy of the Pennsylvania Department of General Services)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Harrisburg, PA) The Pennsylvania Department of General Services (DGS) announced today an online auction that gives the public an opportunity to bid on a wide range of surplus Pennsylvania equipment, which includes off-road equipment, dump trucks, and more.

A municipal auction will run from July 14th to July 28th, and a public auction will open on July 29th and will run through August 14th, and these offer local governments and Pennsylvanians a chance to purchase previously state-owned equipment that is high-quality which was used by PennDOT.

The auction will be conducted entirely online through GovDeals GovDeals.com/penndot by clicking here.

Buyers interested in this opportunity must register with GovDeals before they browse, inspect by appointment and place bids through that secure auction platform. 

According to a release courtesy of the Pennsylvania Department of General Services, here is more information about this auction:

Key Details:

  • Municipal auction dates: July 14-28
  • Public auction dates: July 29-Aug. 14
  • Auction platform: GovDeals.com/penndot
  • In-person inspections: Aug. 4-6 (7:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.), 5 Mountain Road,
    Grantville, PA 17028.
  • Items available: Off-road equipment, dump trucks, PennDOT surplus, and more

 

 

  • For more information or assistance with account setup, contact GovDeals Customer
    Service at 1-800-613-0156 or CustomerService@GovDeals.com.

 

 

  • The State Surplus Property Program, operated by DGS, is committed to repurposing and reselling government assets to extend their value and reduce waste, delivering real benefits to taxpayers and communities across Pennsylvania. For information on future surplus auctions, visit pa.gov/DGS.

Ernest G. Heymann (1933-2026)

Ernest G. Heymann, 92, of Cranberry Township, died on July 9th, 2026, in his residence.

Friends will be received on Sunday, July 12th from 3-5 p.m. in the GABAUER-LUTTON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SVCS., INC.-117 Blackhawk Road, Beaver Falls, who was in charge of his arrangements, and where a blessing service will be held on Monday, July 13th at 11 a.m. Father Howard Campbell will officiate the service.

Michelle Renee (Primo) Cronin (Passed away on July 8th, 2026)

Michelle Renee (Primo) Cronin, 57, of Monaca, passed away on the morning of July 8th, 2026 after a courageous battle with cancer.

Michelle was a lifelong resident of Monaca and graduated from Monaca High School, where she met the love of her life, Daniel (Dan) Cronin, whom she loved dearly for 38 years. Everyone who knew her knew that she always had a caring heart and strong faith. Michelle spread her love for Jesus with everyone she met, and she always welcomed everyone into their home with loving arms. She was always helping others, including through her career as a pharmacist, and loved the friends she met along the way. She most loved spending time with her family, playing with her granddaughter, and enjoying time outside, especially the beach. She was a loving and devoted wife, mother, daughter, sister, and “Mimi.” Her family is so thankful and proud of her for putting up such a strong fight!

She was preceded in death by her mother, Janet (LoFaso) Primo, her mother-in-law and father-in-law, Dennis and Mary Ann (Stack) Cronin, her sister-in-law, Denise (Cronin) Thomas; her sister-in-law, Patricia (O’Brien) Cronin; her niece, Ashley Cronin; and her nephew, Nicholas Primo.

Surviving are her husband, Daniel Cronin, her daughter and son-in-law, Emily Cronin-Ingros and Alec Ingros, her daughter, Madelyn Cronin, her son, Benjamin Cronin, her daughter, Grace Cronin, her granddaughter, Luciana Ingros, her father, Francis Primo, her brother and sister-in-law, Anthony and Christine (Cutright) Primo, her sister, Angela (Primo) Benson, her brother-in-law, Walter Thomas, her brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Dennis and Debra (Brush) Cronin, her brother-in-law, David Cronin, her brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Timothy and Kathleen (Cronin) Smith, her brother-in-law and sister-in-law, James and Rebecca (Cronin) Devey and many of her beloved nieces and nephews.

Thank you to all the wonderful nurses and staff at Allegheny General Hospital for the amazing care, love, and support they provided for Michelle.

Friends will be received Sunday, July 12, from 2-7 p.m. at Simpson Funeral & Cremation Services, 1119 Washington Avenue, Monaca, who was in charge of her arrangements, and where prayers will be offered on Monday, July 13th at 9:30 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 1409 Pennsylvania Avenue, Monaca.

Donations can be made in her name to the Monaca Public Library, 998 Indiana Avenue, Monaca, PA 15061.

Interstate 79 Wexford Interchange Beam Placement Work Continues Next Week in Allegheny County

(File Photo of a Road Work Ahead Sign)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Allegheny County, PA) PennDOT District 11 announced that beam placement work on Interstate 79 in Marshall Township and Franklin Park Borough in Allegheny County will continue Monday through Thursday nights, July 13th-July 16th, weather permitting.

The following restrictions are expected to occur between 7:00 PM and 6:00 AM for beam placement work, according to the schedule listed below:

Monday, July 13

  • The northbound I-79 off-ramp to Route 910/Wexford (Exit 73) will close and traffic will be detoured.
  • Northbound I-79 will be reduced to a single-lane of traffic between the Route 910/Wexford (Exit 73) off and on-ramps.
  • There will be 30-minute traffic stoppages four times throughout the night on northbound I-79.

Tuesday, July 14

  • I-79 will be reduced to a single-lane of traffic in both directions between the Route 910/Wexford (Exit 73) off and on-ramps.

Wednesday and Thursday, July 15-16

  • Northbound I-79 will be reduced to a single-lane of traffic between the Route 910/Wexford (Exit 73) off and on-ramps.
  • There will be 30-minute traffic stoppages four times throughout the night on northbound I-79. During the traffic stoppages, all northbound traffic will be stopped and access to the Route 910/Wexford (Exit 73) off-ramp will be closed. Access to the ramp will reopen when traffic is released.

Local police will control traffic at signalized intersections during those closures and detours.

Posted Detour

Northbound I-79 off-ramp to Route 910/Wexford (Exit 73)

  • From northbound I-79, continue past the closed ramp
  • Take the south 19/Warrendale (Exit 75) exit
  • Turn left onto Warrendale Bayne Road
  • Turn left to take on-ramp to I-79 south
  • Take the Route 910/Wexford (Exit 73) exit
  • End detour

George R. Beighey, Jr. (1970-2026)

George R. Beighey Jr., 55, of Rochester Township, passed away on July 8th, 2026, at his home.

He was born in Rochester on September 1st, 1970, a son of the late George R. Sr. and Marge Main Beighey. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Cheyenne Beighey.

He is survived by four sons, George R. Beighey III, Tim, James, and Chris Bowser, three grandchildren, August, Aleia, and Alonzo, two sisters and brothers-in-law, Irma Jean and Butch Mckelvey, of New Brighton, and Dottie and Jim Mckelvey, of Monaca, two brothers, Jerry Beighey, of Texas, and Bill Beighey, of Aliquippa, as well as several friends, including his best friends, Bob Hanshaw, and Bob Winter.

George was a former employee with Friendship Ridge and was Protestant by faith. He was also an avid fisherman who belonged to a local fishing club.

In accordance with George’s wishes, he will be cremated with no service. Arrangements have been entrusted to the William Murphy Funeral Home Inc., 349 Adams Street, Rochester.