(Credit for Photo: Photo Courtesy of JR Fergersen, Posted on Facebook on May 27th, 2026)
Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News
(Hopewell Township, PA) A $100 reward is being offered for information leading to the identification of the person or people accused of removing stones from The Fez in Hopewell.
The incident happened near the corner of Brodhead Road and Longview Avenue.
Scott Tady
McKees Rocks — Toadies brought the angsty vibes, Local H added frenzied exhilaration, while Vandoliers supplied an alternative-country stomp with a pinch of punk.
In all, a varied, comprehensive and engaging Wednesday night of live music that pleased concertgoers at Roxian Theatre Presented by Citizens.
Though an 8 p.m. start on a school-night — there were a lot of teens tagging along with their once-hipster parents — proved problematic for a three-act show. Toadies didn’t take the stage (to the theme from “Rocky”) until nearly 10 p.m., blasting through songs in quick succession, leaving little time for chatting with fans or showcasing insights and banter that could have elevated the entertainment.
Toadies’ original frontman, Vaden Todd Lewis, should have lots to say, after all, able to share stories of a band that went multiplatinum right out of the gate with their 1994 debut album; disbanded for five years at the start of this century; and reformed and regained acclaimed despite no post-pandemic singles.
Toadies played a few songs from their four-week-old album release, “The Charmer.” The new ones fit in well with fan faves like the set’s second selection, 1994’s “I Come From The Water,” which prompted an unsolicited and raucous audience sing-along on the chorus.
Lewis on rhythm guitar and Clark Vogeler on lead guitar achieved a layered, loud and mood-shaping sound — alt-rock with a grungy blues base and punk-rock attitude. Fuzzed up vocal effects added a sprinkle of psychedelia.
Nearly one hour in, the band’s 16th selection, “Possum Kingdom,” sounded ferocious and faithful to the 1990s recording that has preserved Toadies a spot on rock radio.
Local H, the chief support act, likewise delighted fans with their 1990s radio hit “Bound For The Floor.” That song title might not register automatically in your memory bank, though even casual listeners of ’90s alt-rock will instantly perk up recalling its chorus with “you’re so pathetic/And you just don’t get it/you keep it copacetic.”
Stripped down to a duo of original vocalist-guitarist Scott Lucas and drummer Ryan Harding, Local H relentlessly rocked, like a less bluesy early-Black Keys. Lucas lurched and hurled himself around the stage while shredding his strings enthrallingly. Harding was equally riveting, bashing his drum kit with splintering force.
The show began with Texas group The Vandoliers playing alternative-country with punk swagger, earning ample applause and cheers that made singer Jenni Rose beam with joy.
Saying it was her band’s biggest Pittsburgh show yet, Rose encouraged concertgoers to support small venues like Pittsburgh’s Club Cafe, where bands like The Vandoliers are the main attraction. The Vandoliers ended their 30-minute set with a cover of The Proclaimers “(I Would Walk) 500 Miles” that careened out of control, but was fun nevertheless.
(Credit for Photo: Photo Provided with Release Courtesy of Highmark Health)
Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News
(Pittsburgh, PA) Highmark Health announced today consolidated financial results for the three months ended March 31st, 2026. The company reported $8.3 billion in revenue during the first quarter of 2026, along with $216 million in operating income and $183 million in net income.
The company said results for those three months reflected a significant improvement in its Highmark Health Plans division, which posted $249 million in operating income. That marked a $258 million increase compared with the first quarter of 2025.
Highmark Health said revenue increased by $238 million, or 3%, from the same period last year.
As of March 31, the company reported $11.4 billion in cash and investments and net assets totaling $9.9 billion.
(File Photo of Police Siren Lights)
Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News
(New Castle, PA) A 25-year-old man was killed Tuesday in a crash involving an e-bike in New Castle.
Police said Jaycob Heasley was riding an e-bike that collided with a Butler County Sheriff’s Office vehicle at the intersection of South Walnut and Countyline streets at about 6:25 p.m.
“The e-bike struck the rear passenger side of the cruiser,” David Cumo, chief of the New Castle Police Department, said.
Heasley was taken to UPMC Jameson Hospital, where he later died.
Police said the investigation remains ongoing.
(File Photo of the Allegheny Health Network Logo)
Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News
(Canonsburg, PA) Allegheny Health Network (AHN) announced today that it will begin offering Express Care services seven days a week at its Peters Township Health + Wellness Pavilion starting Monday, June 1.
The walk-in service will be located within the primary care office at the pavilion, 160 Gallery Drive in Canonsburg.
AHN said the Express Care clinic will treat non-urgent conditions such as colds, coughs, sore throats, rashes, pink eye, and minor muscle strains, and will also provide X-ray imaging for minor injuries. No appointment will be required.
Hours will be 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday and 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on weekends. The service will be available to patients of all ages.
AHN said the Peters Township location will be the first of several primary care offices to add Express Care services as part of a broader expansion. The network currently operates eight Express Care and urgent care locations.
Additional locations scheduled to offer Express Care include sites in Greensburg, Jefferson Hills, Monroeville, and Union City.
Harry Jeffrey Duncan, 64, passed away peacefully at his residence on May 10th, 2026.
He was born in Beaver Falls on February 5th, 1962, a son of the late Charles O. Duncan and V. Ruth (Partington) Duncan. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister-in-law, Deborah Duncan. He is survived by his beloved children, Joshua (Elyse) Janectic and Christina (Brock) Morris, his cherished grandchildren, Lillya and Caleb, his brothers: Ronald, Richard, Howard, and Jack Duncan, his sisters, Ruth Ann Malone and Kandy Mueller, a special friend, Lisa Booker, and numerous nieces, nephews, and friends who will miss him dearly.
Harry served 4 years in the US Marines and was a hardworking laborer who dedicated many years working for several companies throughout Beaver County. In his free time, he enjoyed playing pool and watching old movies, passions that brought him much joy throughout his life.
Family and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Service on Saturday, June 6th at 1 P.M. at The Galilean Presbyterian Church, 201 Madison Street, New Galilee.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the branch of Gabauer Funeral Homes.
Emma Mae Gibson, 87, of Ambridge, passed away peacefully on May 26th, 2026.
She was born on July 9th, 1938, a daughter of the late John and Lela Young.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Rev. James H. Gibson; and her siblings, Rev. John Young II, Dora Hobson, Dorothy Davis, Edna Hauser, Laura Phelps, Marva Clinkscales, Maxine Young, and Marion Young.
She is survived by her children: James H. Gibson Jr., Eric T. (Sonya) Gibson, Ayme Gibson, Julius (Maggie) Boler, and Rev. Robert Young; as well as her grandchildren: Jared Gibson, Jamison (Rachel) Gibson, Charese Anderson, Eric Gibson Jr., and Xzavier Gibson; as well as a host of great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends who will deeply miss her loving presence.
Emma lived a life centered on faith, family, and service to others. She was a proud graduate of Beaver Falls High School and later attended Seton Hill University in Greensburg, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. She dedicated many years of compassionate care as a nurse at Sewickley Valley Hospital before beginning a second career working alongside her son as an on-call nurse at Holy Family Institute. Never one to slow down, she later spent eight years working at FedEx. To many, she was lovingly known simply as “Granny.” She was a devoted woman of faith and was a longtime member of Behold the Lamb of God Revival Center in Steubenville, Ohio, where she faithfully served beside her husband, Rev. James H. Gibson, for 35 years as a praise and worship leader. She also taught Sunday school and touched countless lives through her ministry, kindness, and encouragement. She enjoyed staying active with her friends in the Silver Sneakers exercise group and sharing her love of music as a member of the Singleton Singers in her early years, performing at churches throughout the area. She found joy in life’s simple pleasures, including sitting on her porch swing, planting flowers, visiting the Ambridge Farmers Market, and attending the activities and events of her children and grandchildren. She also loved singing Gospel hymns, coloring, completing word searches, and crocheting.
Known for her caring spirit, Emma was a source of comfort and strength to her family and community. She dedicated her life to helping others and will be remembered as a healer, caregiver, and friend to all who knew her.
A special thank you goes out to a spectacular, loving, compassionate caretaker, Maureka Russell and her daughter, Ahouner.
Family and friends are invited to gather on Monday, June 1st, from 10 A.M. until the time of service at 12 noon at Alvarez-Hahn Funeral Services and Cremation, LLC, 547 8th Street, Ambridge, who was in charge of her arrangements. Burial will be held privately.
Noble Jay Stone, 84, of Aliquippa, passed away peacefully on May 26th, 2026 with his son and daughter-in-law by his side.
He was born on October 7th, 1941, a son of the late Donald and Maude (Fisher) Stone. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Patricia K. (Warzynski) Stone, a sister and two brothers-in-law, Betty (Joe) Cady and Eddie Edwards, and a sister-in-law, Betsy L. Stone. He is survived by his devoted son and daughter-in-law, Jeffrey (Jessica) Stone, his grandchildren: Melissa Manzella, Laurel Stone, Bryson Helon (Liz Thomas-Wright), and Bailee Helon; as well as a great granddaughter, Violet Helon, a sister, Esther Edwards, and his brother, Donald N. Stone and many loving nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends.
Noble was a faithful member of Mary Queen of Saints Parish and St John the Baptist Church in Monaca. He honorably served our country in the US Army and was proud to be a veteran. He retired from the former US Airways as a plant mechanic. He enjoyed numerous fishing trips with his son Jeff, spending peaceful days on the water waiting for the next big catch. Noble shared a special bond with his brother Don. They spent many outings together including walking at the mall. He also treasured time with his family during vacations to the beaches of Florida. Noble was an avid football and hockey fan, particularly the Steelers and Penguins. He cherished the pets that were in his home, three dogs, Coco, Ellie and Pixie, two cats, Leo and Tilly. He loved all animals.
A visitation will be on Friday, May 29th from 3-7 p.m. in the ANTHONY MASTROFRANCESCO FUNERAL HOME INC., 2026 McMinn Street, Aliquippa, who was in charge of his arrangements. Family and friends are welcome to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday, May 30th at 10 a.m. in St. John the Baptist Church in Monaca. Everyone is asked to meet at the church. Private burial will follow at St. John the Baptist Cemetery.
The Beaver County Special Unit will provide military honors to Noble at the church.
Donations can be made in memory of Noble to the Beaver County Humane Society, 3394 Brodhead Road Aliquippa PA 15001 and to Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758516, Topeka, KS 66675.
A heartfelt thank you goes out to everyone who helped with Noble’s care and for the love that was extended to him and his family.
To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Noble Jay Stone please visit the Sympathy Store of the Anthony Mastrofrancesco Funeral Home, Inc. by clicking here.
Doris E. Swiontek, 93, of Aliquippa, (Independence Township) passed away on May 26th, 2026 at UPMC Mercy Hospital. She was born in Aliquippa on June 3rd, 1932, a daughter of the late James A & Florence (Cain) Miller. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by by her husband Thomas Swiontek, Sr., her brothers: E. Reid, J. Lee, Keith and Dean Miller; as well as her son, Bob Swiontek and her grandson, Brad Swiontek. She is survived by her sons, Thomas Jr. (Marcia) Swiontek and Scott (Jan) Swiontek and their wives, her sisters, Anna Mae Shane and Janice Coon, her brother and sister-in-law Richard (Kay) Miller, her grandchildren: Brad Swiontek (deceased), Jamie (Dave) Davis II, Jim (Stephanie) Swiontek, Jena (Brad) Cunningham and Jackie (Jared) Kramer; along with her 15 great grandchildren and her special niece, Betty (Brunton) Downing.
Doris was a lifelong member of Mt. Olivet Evangelical Presbyterian Church in Aliquippa.
Family and friends will be received on Friday May 29th from 11 a.m., until the time of a service at 1 p.m. in the Mt. Olivet Evangelical Presbyterian Church, 4128 PA-151, Aliquippa, PA 15001.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the branch of Huntsman Funeral Home and Cremation Services.
Her Pastor, the Rev. Kevin Neal, will officiate. She will be laid to rest in the Mt. Olivet Evangelical Presbyterian Church Cemetery in Aliquippa.
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations be made to the Memorial Fund at Mt. Olivet Evangelical Presbyterian Church 4128 PA-151, Aliquippa, PA 15001.
Walter E. Chludzinski, 84, of Brighton Township, passed away peacefully in the home he and his family have cherished for 55 years. He always said he spent his life making that house a home, applying skills of electrical wiring, plumbing, framing, roofing, plastering and more. He could build or fix anything, and he did it well. When asked if he and his wife would move to a smaller home as empty nesters, he always said, “They can take me out of here feet first,” He passed away on May 26th, 2026. He was born on February 14th, 1942, a son of the late Walter and Laura Chludzinski of Brighton Township. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his siblings: Wanda, Dorothy, Bill, Joe and Martha. He is survived by a sister, Donna, his wife, Karen Montgomery Chludzinski, who he married on July 31st, 1965, along with their children, Tammie (Dean) Chevalier, Wallie (Kathy) Chludzinski III and Julie (Dave) Kirik and his grandchildren: Elissa, Evan Jacob, Simon, Ethan, Donnie, Michael, and Elizabeth.
With the exception of his family and his home, Walter was most proud of his service in the U.S. Navy, most of which was spent traveling the world onboard the USS Harry E. Yarnell in the early 60s. He was proud to serve as a Machinist Mate, graduating at the top of his class. He remained a true patriot throughout his life, saying he would serve his country again in a heartbeat. The skills and knowledge he gained in the Navy formed a firm foundation for his career as a Millwright Rigger Welder with St. Joe, B&W and Hussey Copper. During the 80s when mills folded and downsized, he adapted quickly and provided for his family as a roofer, handyman, carpenter, painter and contractor. As a child, he knew what it meant to go without, and he made sure his family had everything they needed to thrive. He was a tireless worker, who expected the same dedication and effort from those around him. He was honest, generous and kind, with a quick sense of humor. Whether you knew him as a parent, coworker, gardener, avid fisherman, friend, farm hand or prolific producer of sauerkraut, you know he put his best into everything he did. He lived a life of service to his family, friends and Jesus Christ. His family thanks God for the privilege of having known him.
A thank you goes out to the Pinnacle Hospice Team for their support.
A Memorial Visitation will be held on Saturday, May 30th from 3 P.M. until the time of a service at 6 P.M. in the Noll Funeral Home, Inc., 333 Third Street, Beaver, who was in charge of his arrangements. Online condolences may be shared at nollfuneral.com.