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PSP Reports 843 Crashes, 399 DUI Arrests During Memorial Day Weekend Enforcement

(File Photo of a Pennsylvania State Police Trooper Badge)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Harrisburg, PA) The Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) today released the results of its Memorial Day Weekend enforcement detail today as part of the Shapiro Administration’s ongoing mission to strengthen roadway safety across the Commonwealth.

According to a release from the Pennsylvania State Police, here are the statistics from that enforcement:

Table 1: Memorial Day Weekend Crash Statistics

 

Year Total Crashes Fatal Crashes People Killed People Injured DUI-Related Crashes DUI-Related Fatal Crashes
2026 (4 days) 843 5 5 129 59 2
2025 (4 days) 750 7 9 134 56 3

 

Table 2: Memorial Day Weekend Enforcement Statistics

 

Year DUI Arrests Speeding Citations Child Seat Citations Seat Belt Citations Other Citations
2026 (4 days) 399 6,519 110 1,074 19,168
2025 (4 days) 519 7,126 167 1,029 23,453

These statistics cover only the incidents that were investigated by the State Police and do not include incidents to which other law enforcement agencies responded.

Aliquippa Street Department hosting responsible recycling event

(File Photo of the Welcome to Aliquippa Sign)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Aliquippa, PA) Residents will have an opportunity to responsibly dispose of old televisions and electronics during a recycling event on Saturday, May 30, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Aliquippa Street Department.

Participants are asked to enter from the Maratta Road exit onto Kennedy Boulevard.

Company planning to build a data center campus in Big Beaver Borough holding public town hall meeting

(Credit for Photo: Photo Provided with Release Courtesy of Pitt Race International Complex)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Big Beaver Borough, PA) Switch, the company proposing a data center project in Big Beaver Borough, will hold a public town hall meeting on Tuesday, June 2, at 6 p.m.

The meeting will take place at the Big Beaver Borough Volunteer Fire Company fire hall.

Officials said the fire hall is serving only as the meeting venue for the event, where residents will be able to ask questions and receive information about the proposed project.

According to a news release from Switch, the company plans to build a data center campus on the former Pittsburgh International Race Complex property. The proposed development would span an area roughly equivalent to 300 football fields.

Governor Shapiro Releases Full Governor’s Responsible Infrastructure Development (GRID) Standards to Protect Pennsylvanians and Establish Strict Guardrails to Hold Data Center Developers Accountable

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Harrisburg, PA) Governor Josh Shapiro unveiled the full Governor’s Responsible Infrastructure Development (GRID) Standards today, a set of guidelines for data center development projects in Pennsylvania.

The standards, first introduced during Shapiro’s 2026–27 budget address, establish requirements for developers seeking state support, including coordinated assistance through the Commonwealth’s Office of Transformation and Opportunity, expedited permitting and access to tax incentives.

According to the administration, the standards were developed with input from local officials, labor organizations, industry representatives and environmental groups.

State officials said the guidelines are intended to ensure data center projects provide economic benefits to communities, address environmental and infrastructure impacts and meet state accountability standards.

Catherine Roberts (1934-2026)

Catherine Roberts, 92, of Ambridge, passed away on May 26th, 2026.

She was born on April 13th, 1934. She and her husband William Roberts moved to Ambridge in 1957, a year after the birth of their daughter, Rachelle. Once in Ambridge, she stayed living a humble and comfortable life in a home where she always welcomed friends and family. She and her family became members of St. Veronica’s Parish where she volunteered in the lunch kitchen of the school.

Catherine was born Catherine Susan Pello and her parents were Andrew Pello and Susan (Andrasik) Pello. She was also preceded in death by her sisters, Pauline Kashmer, and her husband, George, and Margaret Szost and her husband, Bob, her brothers, Albert Pello and her wife, Josephine, and Steve Pello and his wife, Mary. Her siblings provided her many nieces and nephews that she loved dearly.

Her children, Rachelle Roberts, and partner, Dave Lewandowski, and Bill Roberts, and his wife, Carolyn reside in the Ambridge area. Her grandsons,Sean Roberts and his wife, Nicole of Dayton, Ohio, Patrick Roberts of Lawerenceburg, Kentucky and John Adams and his wife, Brandee of Baden were her joy and consumed much of her time as she prayed for their well-being and safety. Her recent great granddaughter, Millie, was a spark of joy in her heart.

Catherine was a wonderful cook and baker, and she brought joy to those around her as she would grind through those tasks that brought joy and laughter to those around her. Her friendship will certainly be missed.

Family and friends will be received on Thursday, May 28th from 3 P.M. until the time of a blessing service at 5:30 P.M. at the John Syka Funeral Home, Inc., 833 Kennedy Drive, Ambridge, who was in charge of her arrangements. Father Mike Selep will officiate the service. Interment will take place privately in the Good Samaritan Catholic Cemetery,

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to The Cornerstone of Beaver County by clicking here. https://cornerstonebeaver.org/

Smokin’ in Sewickley: 1990s film series set for the Lindsay

SEWICKLEY — Travel back to the 1990s as The Lindsay Theater rolls out its annual Summer Series.

Starting June 4, the Sewickley theater will show nine beloved 1990s classics on the big screen, as filmmakers originally intended.

“We’re breaking out a wide variety of that decade’s most cherished films, from blockbusters such as ‘‘Jurassic Park’ and ‘The Mask,‘ and steamier fare such as ‘Ghost‘ and ‘Basic Instinct,'” the theater’s website says.

Jim Carrey in “The Mask,” one of the 1990s films screening in the Lindsay Theater’s summer series. (Photo: New Line Cinema)

The Lindsay is also honoring the late Robert Redford with ‘A River Runs Through It;’ revisiting the Denzel Washington-Julia Roberts thriller ‘The Pelican Brief;’ celebrating ‘Jerry Maguire‘s’ 30th anniversary; and highlighting 35 years of ‘Boyz N the Hood‘ and ‘Thelma & Louise.’

These films will all screen twice between June 4, and Thursday, Aug. 27.

Josh Axelrod, the Lindsay’s communications director, phoned into the Beaver County Radio Morning Show on Wednesday to discuss the ’90s film series. Hear that lively interview here:

“Give in to your ’90s fever and join us for nine summer favorites you already know are all that and a bag of chips,” the Lindsay says.

Showtimes and tickets available at thelindsaytheater.org

Regaining Independence: Bellevue Woman Returns to Daily Life After Shoulder Replacement at AHN Jefferson Hospital

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Pittsburgh, PA) Charlene Warner, 69, of Bellevue is recovering after undergoing a reverse total shoulder replacement at Allegheny Health Network Jefferson Hospital following a fall that left her with a severe shoulder injury. 

Warner dislocated her shoulder last September when she fell and tried to brace herself. Despite initial treatment, the joint became unstable and dislocated again weeks later. 

“I couldn’t drive. I couldn’t pick up my grandkids. Everything just kind of snowballed,” Warner said. “From September until February, I had to rely on other people for things I used to do every day.”

She was referred to fellowship-trained shoulder and elbow surgeon Dr. Lucas Haase, who determined surgery was the best option to restore stability and function. 

Warner underwent a reverse total shoulder replacement in January at AHN Jefferson Hospital and has since returned to driving and physical therapy as she continues her recovery. 

Troy Rivetti Sworn in as United States Attorney for the Western District of Pennsylvania Following Appointment by U.S. District Court

(Credit for Photo: Courtesy of the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Western District of Pennsylvania, Photo Posted on Facebook on February 17th, 2023)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Pittsburgh, PA) Troy Rivetti has been appointed United States Attorney for the Western District of Pennsylvania.

Rivetti was sworn in by Chief U.S. District Judge Cathy Bissoon yesterday after being appointed to the role by the court’s board of judges last week. The appointment is effective May 28, 2026.

He had been serving in an acting capacity following the resignation of former U.S. Attorney Eric Olshan in January 2025, later serving as First Assistant U.S. Attorney before his latest appointment.

Rivetti has spent nearly 30 years with the Department of Justice, holding several leadership roles in the U.S. Attorney’s Office, including Acting U.S. Attorney and Criminal Division chief.

He joined the office in 1997 after working as a litigation associate at a Pittsburgh law firm and later clerking for Judge D. Brooks Smith.

Frank Ross (1932-2026)

Frank Ross, 93, of Beaver, passed away on May 23rd, 2026, at Celebration Villa in Chippewa.

He was born in Aliquippa on October 14th, 1932, the son of the late Frank A. Ross and Sue Quadrano. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved wife of nearly 53 years, Betty Jane Ross, his step-son, Russell Wardman Jr. and his sister, Dolores Trotta. He is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, Mark Ross and Patricia Cornet, of Santa Cruz, California, his grandchildren, Aidan, Emma, and Sophia Ross, his nephews: Vince (Donika) Trotta, Gary Trotta, David Hairhoger, Keith (Bernice) Gray, and Donny Harper; as well as his nieces, Vicki Trotta, Robin (Paul) Chiappetta, and Jody Burnett.

Frank was raised in Ellwood City and was a proud veteran of the United States Army. He was a former member of Park Presbyterian Church in Beaver, and was a current member of Christian Assembly Church in Industry. He enjoyed coin and stamp collecting, restoring antique cars, as well as hunting and fishing. He will be remembered as a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, and a thoughtful loving mentor – with a legendary sense of humor.

Friends will be received on Saturday, May 30th from 10 a.m. until the time of a service at 12 noon at Christian Assembly Church, 6241 Tuscarawas Road, Industry. Online condolences may be shared at http://www.nollfuneral.com.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Noll Funeral Home, Inc., 333 Third Street, Beaver.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be shared in his name to Christian Assembly Church, 6241 Tuscarawas Road, Industry PA 15052.

To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of Frank Ross, please visit the flower store of the Noll Funeral Home, Inc. by clicking here.

James Stanley “Jimmy” Hostetler (1928-2026)

James Stanley “Jimmy” Hostetler, 98, formerly of Crescent Township, passed away on May 24th, 2026 in Riverview Manor, Ashbury Senior Living in Lewisburg. He was born in Glenwillard on January 4th, 1928, the son of the late Darl & Jane (McCarrier) Hostetler. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Emma (Blackford) Hostetler, his granddaughter, Evan Hostetler and his son, James D. Hostetler (Darcie). He is survived by his three sons, Richard G. Hostetler (Reni) of Washington, Gary L. Hostetler (Lorie) of North Carolina and Gregg A. Hostetler (Linda) of Maryland, eight grandchildren and six great grandchildren.

After graduating high school, James enlisted in the U.S Marine Corps, serving in the Marine Air Wing as WWII was winding down. Not long after joining the Marine Reserves, the Korean War began and he was called up to serve his country a second time (Fox Company, 2nd Battalion, 7th Marines). He was part of the Chosin Reservoir campaign where Marines, cut off behind enemy lines and in bitterly cold temperatures, fought off a much larger enemy force and he became one of a revered group of Marines known as “The Frozen Chosen.” After recovering from his wounds and severe frostbite, he worked 42 years for Jones and Laughlin (J&L) Steel Corporation. He was a passionate Pittsburgh Steelers fan and enjoyed fishing, camping, exercise, music, dancing, and his extended family. He and his wife Mary spent many retirement years wintering in Florida, where they made a host of new friends. He was a practicing Christian who enjoyed sharing his faith and inspiration with others.

Friends will be received on Friday, May 29th from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. in The Huntsman Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Moon Township, 1522 Coraopolis Heights Road, Coraopolis, who was in charge of his arrangements, and where a funeral service will be held on Saturday, May 30th at 10 a.m. Interment and Military Honors will follow at Sylvania Hills Memorial Park, 273 PA-68, Rochester.

Memorial donations may be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105.