Louis “John” Bender, 95, of Beaver Falls, passed away peacefully on May 3rd 2026, at Passavant Community in Zelienople. He was born in Beaver Falls on April 4, 1931, a son of the late Louis P. and Naomi Goettman Bender. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Florence Bender. He is survived by his children: John Robert (Patti) Bender of Wisconsin, Ronald (Beth) Bender of Beaver Falls, Kathy (Randy) Miller of North Carolina and Karen (Dan) Thumm of Beaver Falls; as well as many grandchildren and great grandchildren, his brothers, Dave (Joanne) Bender and Walt Bender and his sister, Mary Bender. Louis was a member of the IBEW Local 712 and a proud U.S. Army Veteran. A visitation will be held on Thursday, May 7th from 6-8 p.m. at Corless-Kunselman Funeral Services, LLC, 3801 4th Avenue, Beaver Falls, who was in charge of his arrangements, and where a service will be held on Friday, May 8th at 10 a.m. Burial will be private.
Donna L. Reina, 92, of Pittsburgh, passed away at home on May 3rd, 2026.
She was born in New Brighton on October 16th, 1933, the daughter of the late Donald and Vera (Shingleton) Grim. She is survived by two daughters, Mary Reina of Blawnox and Elizabeth (Mark) Amsdell of Sierra Vista, Arizona, her son, Michael (Jana) Reina of Tucson, Arizona, her grandhchildren: Sereny (Jeremy) Moore, Casey Welsby, Jake (Chelsea) Welsby, Abigail (Christian) LaLiberte, Lorraine Johnson, Courtney (Alex) Baldish, Erica Amsdell, Leah Amsdell, Riley Amsdell, Kaitlyn Reina; as well as her great grandchildren: Tobias Brulia, Max Dezort, Arthur, Alma Welsby and Adriean, Logan, Alleah and Athena Johnson.
Donna was a retired American Airlines Stewardess.
Friends and family will be received on Thursday, May 7th from 5-7 p.m. in the J&J Spratt Funeral Home Inc., 1612 Third Avenue, New Brighton, who was in charge of her arrangements, and where prayers will he held on Friday, May 8th at 10:30 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian burial at 11 a.m. in Holy Family Church, 521 7th Avenue, New Brighton.
Interment will follow in St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery, 1501 1st Avenue, New Brighton.
PITTSBURGH —The 67th annual Dollar Bank Three Rivers Arts Festival will debut next month, June 5-7 and 11-14, in its new long-term home—Arts Landing, the Cultural Trust’s four-acre outdoor civic space in the heart of Pittsburgh’s Cultural District.
Marking a new chapter for one of the region’s most beloved traditions, the Three Rivers Arts Festival will bring together hundreds of artists – from Grammy Award-winning musicians and internationally acclaimed performers to standout local artists – for seven days of free art and music spanning two weekends. The Festival will run 12-9 p.m. daily. A full schedule of performing and visual arts attractions is available now at TrustArts.org/TRAF.
“This year’s lineup reflects both the global spirit and local heart of the Festival,” Brooke Horejsi, chief programming and engagement officer for the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust, said. “With a mix of nationally touring and local musicians, premieres by local favorite, Squonk, and internationally renowned Bandaloop, as well as a visual arts market with hundreds of artists, we can’t wait to welcome all of Pittsburgh to Arts Landing as we celebrate this exciting new chapter in our Festival’s history.”
The $31 million Arts Landing space is a key part of the Downtown Revitalization Vision announced in 2024 by the Allegheny Conference on Community Development, Allegheny County, the City of Pittsburgh, and Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh as part of Governor Shapiro’s 10-year $600-million-dollar plan to rejuvenate Downtown Pittsburgh.
Spin Doctors launch the free concerts at this June’s Dollar Bank Three Rivers Arts Festival.
FEATURED MUSIC LINEUP
The following concerts will take place on the Dollar Bank Stage in Arts Landing from 7:30-9 p.m. Low chairs and blankets are welcomed on the one-acre Great Lawn.
June 5 | Spin Doctors |The band’s new album finds the alt‑rock veterans in top form, loaded with hooks and the warm, funky groove that longtime fans love. Face Full of Cake is a full‑circle moment that echoes the spirit of their 1991 breakthrough Pocket Full of Kryptonite, radiating the joy and camaraderie of a band that still finds something new every time they plug in and play.
June 6 | The Pharcyde | The alternative hip-hop icons bring their classic sound with a legacy that helped define ’90s hip-hop. The group’s debut album, Bizarre Ride II the Pharcyde (1992), featuring the hit single “Passin’ Me By,” was highly acclaimed and is widely cited as one of the greatest albums in alternative hip-hop. In 2025, “Passin’ Me By” was certified platinum in the U.S. and the group was named one of Billboard’s greatest rap groups of all time.
June 7 | Trousdale | The trio of Quinn D’Andrea, Georgia Greene, and Lauren Jones creates harmony‑rich songs that explore the ache and beauty of growing through change. With country‑warm tones, pop finesse, and three‑part harmonies that shine both on record and on stage, Trousdale turns life’s messiest moments into uplifting, resonant music.
June 11 | Buffalo Rose | This Pittsburgh-focused night of music features Buffalo Rose, whose vibrant take on Americana combines pop, rock, soul, and musical theater influences, along with high-powered vocal harmonies and kaleidoscopic instrumental arrangements. Coltt Winter Lepley and the Briar Valley Rangers perform from 6-7 pm.
June 12 | The War and Treaty | Founded in 2014 by the husband-and-wife duo Michael Trotter Jr. and Tanya Trotter, The War and Treaty has emerged as one of the most electrifying new acts in American music. They were nominated for the Best New Artist and Best American Roots Song at the 2024 Grammy Awards, and have also been nominated for Duo of the Year at the CMA Awards two years in a row and for Vocal Duo of the Year at the ACM Awards.
June 13 | Delfeayo Marsalis & The Uptown Jazz Orchestra | The Grammy‑winning producer, trombonist, composer, and NEA Jazz Master has built an extraordinary international career performing with legendary artists such as Ray Charles, Art Blakey, Max Roach, Elvin Jones, and Slide Hampton. He has also produced more than 125 recordings since beginning his producing career at age 17.
Earlier on Saturday, June 13, 2-3 pm, the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra makes a return to the Dollar Bank Three Rivers Arts Festival. Associate Conductor Jacob Joyce leads a virtuoso string ensemble in a delightful selection of musical favorites—from the music of Mozart and Grieg to Tchaikovsky and more.
Sunday, June 14 | Joan Osborne | Across three decades, Grammy-nominated Joan Osborne has built a career defined by vocal power, artistic curiosity, and fearless genre exploration. Osborne first explored the Bob Dylan songbook on her acclaimed 2017 release, Songs of Bob Dylan, offering soulful and revelatory interpretations that expanded an already celebrated career. Now, Dylanology Live stands as another testament to her unparalleled skill as both songwriter and interpreter.
PERFORMING & VISUAL ARTS HIGHLIGHTS
The popular Artist Market returns with 350+ artists from around the region and nation selling fine art and fine crafts. Visit the Festival a second time to see new artists rotating into the Festival, with some artists participating for three, four, and seven days. A full list of artists and their exhibition dates is available at TrustArts.org/TRAFmarket (Daily, 12-8 pm).
Celebrated as one of the region’s longest-running, juried exhibitions, the 2026 edition of the Dollar Bank Three Rivers Arts Festival’s annual Juried Visual Art Exhibition is presented in partnership with Associated Artists of Pittsburgh. This open call invites artists within a 150-mile radius of downtown Pittsburgh and highlights the exceptional talent and perspectives of artists in our region. 2026 Jurors: Davine Byon, Atiya Jones, and Isaac Pleta. (Daily, 12-8 pm, SPACE Gallery).
The Giant Eagle Creativity Zone returns to the Festival featuring arts organizations and community partners from throughout the region. Families can expect hands-on activities with new organizations rotating on-site throughout the Festival (Daily, 12-6 pm).
The Dollar Bank Three Rivers Arts Festival Dance Battle returns for its 12th year! This year will include an All Styles battle with cash prizes and trophies for the finalists. A live DJ will be spinning for the entire event (Saturday, June 6, 2-5 pm).
NEW SPECTACLES
Squonk: Joy Machine (World Premiere)
Friday, June 5 | 7 pm
Saturday, June 6 | 1 & 5 pm
Sunday, June 7 | 1 & 5 pm
This world premiere performance will transform Arts Landing into a kinetic, music-filled playground where the audience powers the performance. In Joy Machine, Squonk pushes participation further than ever before. For the first time, the audience is invited fully onstage—into Squonk’s world of imagination. The central idea is simple and radical: joy is not something to be consumed, but something we build together.
BANDALOOP: The Sky is Not the Limit
Friday, June 12 | 5 & 7 pm
Saturday, June 13 | 1 & 7 pm
A vertical performance – seamlessly weaving dynamic physicality, intricate choreography, and climbing technology – will turn the dance floor on its side, using the façade of the BNY Visitor Center in Arts Landing. BANDALOOP honors nature, community, and the human spirit through perspective-bending dance. An innovator in vertical performance, BANDALOOP has performed for millions of people in over 30 countries in Europe, Africa, the Middle East, the Americas, and Asia, and on screens in films and digital media.
Dozens of additional events are listed at TrustArts.org/TRAF. All events are subject to change.
The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust thanks presenting sponsor Dollar Bank for its generous support. Additional funding comes from Allegheny Health Network, the Bessie F. Anathan Charitable Trust of The Pittsburgh Foundation, Colcom Foundation, Giant Eagle, The Grable Foundation, Laurel Foundation, LYFT, and Neighborhood Ford Store and Bronco Wild Fund. Media partners include 91.3 WYEP and 90.5 WESA, CityCast, NEXT Pittsburgh, and Visit Pittsburgh. Operational support is provided by Flyspace Productions.
Individuals can support the non-profit Pittsburgh Cultural Trust, producer of the Dollar Bank Three Rivers Arts Festival, at TrustArts.org/supportTRAF, unlocking access to membership benefits in the Cultural District all year long.
A schedule of post-Festival summer activities in Arts Landing will be announced in May. The new civic space is designed to build on the Cultural Trust’s mission, creating a destination where people come together, stay Downtown longer, and return more often. Arts Landing will enhance the Cultural Trust’s impact on Downtown, already supporting more than 1,700 jobs and generating more than $175 million for the regional economy each year ($1 billion cumulatively post-pandemic).
For more information and to sign up for email updates about Arts Landing, visit TrustArts.org/ArtsLanding
Rev. Dr. Ann Paton, 97, passed on May 2nd, 2026. She was born in New Castle on December 12th, 1928, a daughter of the late Margaret and John Paton. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her older sister, Jean, her brother- in-law, Walter Baughman, her nephew, Andrew Paton, her nephew-in-law, James Rogers, and her friend and mentor, Margaret (Peg) Cowmeadow. She is survived by her brother, John G. (and Joan Thompson) Paton, her nephew, Walter D. Baughman, her niece, Margaret Ann Rogers, her great-niece, Carrie Ann (Trevor) Krontz and her great-grandnephew, Roland Krontz and her dear friends and former students, Romaine Jesky-Smith, Shirley Kilpatrick, Joan McBurney, Rev. Suzanne Perkins, and Lynda Szabo. Rev. Dr. Ann graduated from Shenango High School and Geneva College, where she was Valedictorian, the University of Pittsburgh, and the University of Colorado, where she earned her Ph.D. Further study in literature and theology followed. Her teaching career began at Mt. Jackson (now Mohawk) High School. She then began her tenure at Geneva College (1958-1994). There, she distinguished herself in a variety of roles, earning numerous awards, including the Excellence in Teaching Award, the Distinguished Service Award, and the Life G. She co-created the Humanities Program, a legacy that continues to the present day. Baylor University, the University of the Nations, and Trinity School for Ministry also benefitted from her teaching prowess. In 2024, she was inducted into the Beaver County Education Trust’s Hall of Fame. In 1991, She was ordained to the Episcopal priesthood, in time becoming a founding mother of The Anglican Church in North America. She served the Church in a variety of capacities, most especially as a Liturgical Assistant at the Church of the Ascension, Oakland. More privately, she served many in the role of Spiritual Director. She wanted always to be an encourager known for her love of Christ and God’s Word. Over the course of her life, she enjoyed travel at home and abroad, visiting every continent except Antarctica. But the place most dear to her was St. Davids, Wales which became a special spiritual home, revisited many times over twenty-five years. A visitation will be held on Wednesday, May 6th, from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. at Corless-Kunselman Funeral Services, LLC, 3801 4th Avenue, Beaver Falls, who was in charge of her arrangements. A Memorial service will be held Saturday, May 16th at 10:30 AM at the Church of the Ascension, 4729 Ellsworth Avenue, Pittsburgh.
(File Photo: Source for Photo: FILE – In this Jan. 28, 2021, file photo, pedestrians pass a GameStop store on 14th Street at Union Square, in the Manhattan borough of New York. GameStop says it’s selling up to 3.5 million of its shares, a move that will allow the video-game retailer to take advantage of the big surge in its stock price this year. The company said the shares will be sold through an “at-the-market” offering, which lets a publicly traded company raise capital over time by offering securities into the already existing trading market. (AP Photo/John Minchillo, File)
Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News
(Grapevine, TX) GameStop has made a $55.5 billion offer to acquire eBay, a move that would give the retailer control of the long-running online marketplace.
Under the proposal, GameStop said Sunday it is offering $125 per share in a mix of cash and stock. The company, based in Grapevine, Texas, already holds about a 5% stake in eBay.
GameStop CEO Ryan Cohen said in a letter to eBay’s board chairman that TD Securities has committed $20 billion to help finance the deal.
eBay said Monday it will “carefully review and consider the unsolicited proposal” to determine what is in the best interests of the company and its shareholders.
The Wall Street Journal, which first reported the offer, said Cohen may pursue a hostile bid if the proposal is rejected.
(File Photo: Source for Photo: Spirit Airlines’ counter is passed by an airport employee after the airline’s shutdown on Saturday, May 2, 2026 at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Jeff Amy)
Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News
(West Palm Beach, FL) Spirit Airlines said it has reimbursed most customers for canceled flights after ceasing operations.
The airline told CBS News it is still processing a “small percentage” of refunds.
Spirit announced early Saturday that it had begun an “orderly wind-down of operations” after efforts to secure a $500 million federal bailout failed.
The airline said refunds for tickets purchased with credit or debit cards would be processed automatically.
(Caption and Credit for Photo: Steelers fans cheer on the team against the Dolphins in the first quarter Monday, Dec. 15, 2025 at Acrisure Stadium. (Chaz Palla/TribLive)
Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News
(Pittsburgh, PA) Pittsburgh is among 20 nominees in the running for Best NFL City in the 2026 USA Today Sports Readers’ Choice Awards.
Each city was nominated by an expert panel. According to USA Today, “few cities capture an NFL vibe better than Pittsburgh,” citing traditions such as the Terrible Towel and a statue of late running back Franco Harris at the city’s airport.
Voting is open through May 11, with the top 10 winners to be announced May 20. You can vote for Pittsburgh by clicking here.
(File Photo: Source for Photo: The Dinner Bell in McComb, Miss., is shown on Dec. 11, 2025. (AP Photo/Sophie Bates)
Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News
(Beaver County, PA) As Mother’s Day approaches this Sunday, many local restaurants are offering special meals and celebrations for families looking to mark the occasion. According to the Beaver County Times, here are some restaurants in the county and one in Canonsburg that you can bring your mom to for this special day:
Eat ‘n Park restaurants will serve the weekly Sunday brunch buffet on Mother’s Day from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., or diners can order from the regular menu. No reservations are needed.
Frank G’s Place, 500 Market Street, Bridgewater, has seatings at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. for Mother’s Day brunch, which includes a salad station, brunch items, a carving station, entrees, a pasta station, desserts and more. Call 724-774-0400 to make reservations.
The Fez, 2312 Brodhead Road, Hopewell Township, has reservations available for 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. for their Mother’s Day buffet by clicking here, including soup and salad, a chef carving station, a variety of entrees, a dessert station and beverages (soft drinks, coffee or tea included). Mothers receive a complimentary champagne greeting, and a cash bar is also available with special holiday cocktails and mocktails. Call 724-378-1810 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday-Saturday or make reservations online at thefez.com.
Grand Valley Inn, 452 Constitution Boulevard, Fallston, is offering a Mother’s Day brunch/dinner buffet from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., with baked ham, roast beef, stuffed chicken breast, baked fish, shrimp cocktail, quiche, biscuits and gravy, stuffed pancakes and more. Beverages are not included in brunch pricing. Mothers receive a complimentary mimosa. Call to make reservations at 724-843-9000.
Jackson’s Southpointe, 1100 Corporate Drive, Canonsburg. 724-743-5005. Mother’s Day buffet available from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., with breakfast options available until 2 p.m. Buffet features carved meats, fresh waffles and pastries, made-to-order omelets, salad bar, oatmeal station, hot entrees, desserts and options for kids. Premium cash bar and Bloody Mary bar, too. Make reservations online at Jackson’s events website by clicking here; a $25 nonrefundable reservation deposit is required.
Quality Time and Carryout, 906 Third Avenue, New Brighton, is hosting a Mother’s Day brunch from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Buffet includes salads, lobster bisque, build your own açaí bowl station with fresh fruit and toppings, scrambled eggs, meats, home fries, french toast, pancakes, waffles, roasted veggies, assorted pastas, dessert and beverages (excluding Treasure Box menu items). A seafood ravioli lunch special is also available for carryout. Call to make reservations at 724-581-4104.
Shakespeare’s Restaurant & Pub, 1495 Mercer Road, North Sewickley Township, is celebrating moms with a Royal Mother’s Day Buffet from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Serving roasted red pepper soup, various salads, baked scrod scampi, hunters’ chicken, smoked ham, carved prime rib, roast turkey and more, along with kids’ corner options. Beverages not included in brunch pricing. All moms receive a complimentary “Momosa” with their meal. Not serving their normal Sunday brunch or dinner, just the Royal Mother’s Day Buffet. Call 724-752-4653, ext. 100 to make reservations for all sizes of parties.
The Club at Shadow Lakes, 2000 Beaver Lakes Boulevard, Hopewell Township, has seating times at 9 a.m., 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. for their Mother’s Day brunch, which includes glazed ham, waffle and bagel stations, scrambled eggs with cheese, bacon, sausage, potato casserole, french toast bake, chicken parmesan, beef tips and noodles and assorted cakes for dessert. Reservations and prepayment are required; call 724-375-5511, Ext. 6, to make reservations.
The Wooden Angel, Sharon Road/Leopard Lane in Beaver, is taking reservations for Mother’s Day, with delicious food prepared by Chef Brian. Call 724-774-7880 to make reservations.
(Big Beaver Borough, PA) Pennsylvania State Police in Gibsonia reported that a 48-year-old Butler man was charged following a single-vehicle crash in Big Beaver Borough on Saturday.
Police identified the driver as Marlon Williams. Troopers said he was traveling east on Interstate 376 around 1:50 a.m. when his vehicle left the roadway and struck a grassy embankment.
Williams and a passenger were taken to Allegheny General Hospital for treatment.
Charges are pending the results of medical records, police said.
BEAVER — The hit songs of Fleetwood Mac and The Eagles will be performed by nationally touring tribute bands in Beaver this summer.
The Pool House Summer Concert Series begins July 17 with World Turning Band, a live Fleetwood Mac experience. Doors open at 5 p.m., with showtime 6-10 p.m.
The special guest is award-winning singer-songwriter Steven McClintock.
World Turning Band is a tribute to Fleetwood Mac.
Then on Aug. 15, 7 Bridges returns by popular demand to the Beaver Pool House stage, performing its “Ultimate Eagles Experience.” Showtime is 6 p.m., with Beaver County rock group The Project Band as openers.
Appearing Monday on the Beaver County Radio Morning Show, national recording artist and Chippewa Township native Don Gatlin discussed how 7 Bridges and World Turning Band are highly skilled, which is why he helped bring both to Beaver.
7 Bridges delivered a crowd-thrilling concert last year at the Beaver stage, with note-for-note replications of Eagles hits like “Hotel California,” “Take it Easy” and “Heartache Tonight.”
If you missed Gatlin’s interview, you can listen to it here (just press play):
7 Bridges, the Ultimate Eagles Experience.
Food trucks, vendors and tailgating will be part of the fun at both shows.
Tickets start at $15, with reserved seats $20.
VIP tables are available.
Hosted by L & C Promotions, tickets are available via phone at 724-650-3960 or by emailing LandCpromotions2019@gmail.com.
Tickets also are available via QR Code, which can be scanned from Pool House Concert Series signs visible throughout Beaver.
