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Delores Bradick (1932-2026)

Delores Bradick, 94, passed away peacefully on July 9th, 2026 at home.
She was born in Aliquippa on January 11th, 1932, a daughter of the late Mike and Katie Bradick.
Delores was a graduate of Aliquippa High School. She served our country as a Sergeant in the US Air Force. She served for 3 years during the Korean War. She was a former member of Wildwood Church in Aliquippa, which was one of the largest churches in Beaver County. She was a current member of Center Township Christian Church. She was an avid supporter of animal rescues and worked for many years as a veterinary assistant. She was a member of LIFE Beaver County since 2014.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers, George “Sonny” Bradick, Donald Bradick and Stephen “Mickey” Bradick, as well as her sister, Kathy (Bradick) Buchanan.
Friends will be received on Monday, June 13th from 10:30 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. at Anthony Mastrofrancesco Funeral Home Inc., 2026 McMinn Street, Aliquippa, who was in charge of her arrangements.
Dr. Steve Vesolich and Pastor Stephen Vesolich from Centerpoint Community Church will officiate the service.
Interment to follow at Woodlawn Cemetery with military honors provided by Beaver County Special unit.
One final thought from Delores was “Hooray for Jesus!”

To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Delores Bradick please visit the Sympathy Store of the Anthony Mastrofrancesco Funeral Home, Inc. by clicking here.

Rose Ann Burbage (1937-2026)

Rose Ann Burbage, 89, of Ambridge, passed away on July 9th, 2026, at Good Samaritan Hospice House of Wexford.

She was born in Rochester on March 16th, 1937, the daughter of the late Peter and Tillie Tretiak.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son, Craig Burbage; her husband, Jack Burbage and a brother, Peter Tretiak. She is survived by her children, Renee (Dan) Hayes and Keith (Kim) Burbage, her grandchildren: Chera (Qiuana) Pupi, Hailey Burbage, Tori (Tom) Dandino, Cameron Burbage; as well as her great grandchild, Easton Brown, her long time special companion, David Smego and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Rose Ann dedicated her life to the love and care of her children and grandchildren. Her family was her greatest source of pride and joy, and she cherished every moment spent with them.

In accordance with Rose Ann’s wishes, there will be no services.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Corless-Matter Funeral Home and Cremation Services, LLC, 1133 Church St, Ambridge.

Her family would like to extend a special thank you to the Doctor and nurses at Good Samaritan Hospice for their care and compassion.

Pirates acquire relief pitcher Brandon Eisert and infielder Jacob Gonzalez from the White Sox in a trade to give them pitcher Jaden Woods and a 2026 MLB draft pick

(File Photo: Source for Headline Photo and First Photo Below: Chicago White Sox pitcher Brandon Eisert throws during the ninth inning of a baseball game against the Baltimore Orioles, Monday, June 29, 2026, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

(File Photo: Source for Second Photo Below: Chicago White Sox’s Jacob Gonzalez watches his three-run home during the third inning of a baseball game against the Kansas City Royals in Chicago, Friday, June 26, 2026. (AP Photo/Paul Beaty)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Pittsburgh, PA) The Pittsburgh Pirates received left-handed relief pitcher Brandon Eisert and infielder Jacob Gonzalez from the Chicago White Sox in a trade for minor league left-handed pitcher Jaden Woods and a competitive balance round selection in the MLB amateur draft on Saturday.

The draft selection the Pirates gave the White Sox was No. 34 overall.

The twenty-eight-year-old Eisert made his Pirates debut on Saturday and his 2026 MLB statistics as of now include a 2-1 record, a 5.65 ERA, and 32 strikeouts.

The twenty-four-year-old Gonzalez made his Pirates debut yesterday and his 2026 MLB statistics as of now include hitting .241 with 2 home runs and 17 RBIs. 

State Representative Roman Kozak: 2026-2027 Budget Deal Reached Without Raiding Rainy Day Fund

(File Photo of State Representative Roman Kozak)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Harrisburg, PA) State Representative Roman Kozak (R-Beaver) issued this statement yesterday following the House passing a General Appropriations bill for the 2026-27 fiscal year:

“In February, Gov. Josh Shapiro proposed a $53 billion spending plan. If enacted, his proposal would have drained our Rainy Day Fund, created a significant structural deficit and ultimately led to tax increases for Pennsylvanians. That would have been completely irresponsible and unacceptable. In this divided legislature, it was our duty to ensure that didn’t happen. We were able to come to an agreement while scaling back the governor’s excessive proposal and land on a number that is within our financial means. I’m very happy to see the final product got rid of unnecessary spending. This budget agreement spends less than $51 billion, almost $2.5 billion short of the governor’s ask. This is a plan Pennsylvania can actually afford. I’m really happy rural roads and bridges will be receiving a much-needed funding boost and many infrastructure needs are being addressed. While the budget is not perfect, this is the reality of budget negotiations in a divided government. In the days ahead, we must continue to focus on policy that makes Pennsylvania competitive and affordable while tackling fraud at all levels.”

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The Hidden Cost of Caregiver Stress

Many employees are balancing their careers with the responsibility of caring for aging parents, spouses, children with special needs, or other family members. While these responsibilities occur outside the workplace, their impact is often felt throughout the organization.

Caregivers frequently face competing demands on their time, unexpected emergencies, and ongoing emotional stress. As a result, employers may experience increased absenteeism, reduced productivity, higher healthcare utilization, and greater turnover risk.

Because caregiving challenges are often personal and rarely discussed openly, many organizations underestimate how many employees are affected. Yet as the population ages, caregiver responsibilities are becoming increasingly common across all workforce demographics.

Forward-thinking employers are beginning to view caregiver support as a workforce strategy rather than simply an employee benefit. Flexible work arrangements, employee assistance programs, mental health resources, and caregiver support services can help employees better manage their responsibilities while remaining engaged and productive.

Organizations that recognize and address caregiver stress may be better positioned to improve retention, support employee well-being, and strengthen overall workforce performance. The hidden cost of caregiver stress extends beyond the individual. For employers, it represents a growing workforce challenge that deserves greater awareness and a proactive response.

The hidden cost of caregiver stress extends beyond the individual. For employers, it represents a growing workforce challenge that deserves greater awareness and a proactive response.

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AAA, Partners Hosting Another Free Steering Wheel Lock Device Event for Hyundai and Kia Owners

(File Photo of the AAA East Central Logo, Provided with Release Courtesy of AAA East Central)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Hermitage, PA) An event will be held this Wednesday, July 15th from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., weather permitting, at the AAA branch office in Hermitage and local law enforcement will distribute free steering wheel lock devices to only Hyundai and Kia owners to deter vehicle theft. 

There has been an increase that is significant in the theft of these vehicles that are manufactured between 2011 and 2022.  

AAA and its partners will be distributing the locks on a first-come, first-served basis and those that attend this event will be asked to show their insurance card or vehicle registration. 

House Republican Leader Jesse Topper Makes Statement on the Passing of 2026-27 State Budget

(Credit for Photo: Courtesy of Commonwealth Media Services, Caption for Photo: Gov. Josh Shapiro signs the state’s 2026-27 budget alongside Lt. Gov. Austin Davis on Sunday.)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Harrisburg, PA) Pennsylvania House Republican Leader Jesse Topper (R-Bedford/Fulton) said yesterday that the Fiscal Year 2026-27 state budget and related legislation passed the Pennsylvania General Assembly and headed to Governor Josh Shapiro for his signature.  

Topper released a statement yesterday on the budget passing:

“The budget passed by the General Assembly today continues our recent history of scouring every corner of state government for existing taxpayer dollars to avoid tax increases, cuts to government services or tapping into the Commonwealth’s Rainy Day fund. I am also glad to see important investments in education where we are combatting the ongoing issue of growing waitlists at career and technical centers, expanding the successful GROW PA program to ensure Pennsylvania’s graduates have incentive to stay here, and ensuring our largest state-related universities receive funding based upon meeting new performance metrics and accountability provisions.”

He expressed that the budget prioritizes improvements that are in rural Pennsylvania by adding:

“The state budget we just passed makes critical investments in our transportation infrastructure so we can move ahead shovel-ready road and bridge projects in areas across Pennsylvania.”

However, Topper gave a warning that work still remains on reversing troubling fiscal trends in Pennsylvania to avoid tough budgetary decisions in the future despite the passage of the budget as he continued:

“While revenues higher than budget estimates have shown some of the Republican-led policy wins in prior budgets are starting to have an impact, we must continue the work of providing pathways for significant economic growth and development in Pennsylvania if we stand any chance at reversing the challenging demographics of our ever-shrinking population. Pennsylvania must use the tools at our disposal to create an environment welcoming to investment while getting government out of the way of job creators so we can continue righting the ship of economic growth and development in Pennsylvania.”

Plaque dedication ceremony at Fort McIntosh celebrates America250 this month

(Credit for Photo: Photo Provided with Release Courtesy of Ralph and Kathy Bischak)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Beaver Borough, PA) There will be a plaque dedication ceremony celebrating America 250 at the Fort McIntosh Park in Beaver Borough.

This event will be held on July 25th at 11 a.m. and it is presented by the General Anthony Wayne Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution. 

The ceremony will honor Revolutionary War Patriots.   

Colonial era music will play over a speaker system starting at 10:20 a.m. and a Bugler will sound attention at 10:42 a.m.

The Ceremony begins at 11 a.m. with Speeches by the Sons of American Revolution. The event will feature a performance from the Beaver Valley Choral Society, a color guard and an appearance from The Daughters of the American Revolution.

The keynote speaker will be Captain Robert Mercer and descendants of patriots who were at Fort McIntosh will speak.

The public can attend this ceremony so they can honor the Patriots who established the freedom for them to enjoy in the United States of America. 

Monaca woman arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol in Brighton Township

(File Photo of a Pennsylvania State Police Trooper Car)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Brighton Township, PA) Pennsylvania State Police in Beaver reported today that forty-eight-year-old Jaime Mullen of Monaca was arrested for driving under the influence of drugs in Brighton Township on May 20th.

According to police, Mullen was stopped for committing a vehicle violation in the area of 374 I-376 West at 11:15 a.m., and she was subsequently arrested for driving under the influence of a controlled substance. 

Aliquippa man arrested for drug possession in Aliquippa

(File Photo of a Pennsylvania State Police Trooper Car)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Aliquippa, PA) Pennsylvania State Police in Beaver reported today that twenty-nine-year-old Bryant Henson of Aliquippa was arrested for possessing drugs in Aliquippa on May 22nd.

According to police, Henson was found in possession of drugs in the area of Englewood Street and Elm Alley at 12:29 a.m., which was where they conducted a traffic stop.

Charges against Henson are pending.