(Harrisburg, PA) A select group of hunters in Pennsylvania will now have a new way to test their deer for Chronic Wasting Disease as part of a pilot project which allows hunters to mail their samples to a laboratory.
The Pennsylvania Game Commission sent letters to random hunters across the state recently asking if they would like to have a sampling kit and to provide feedback on the program.
According to Jeannine Fleegle, a wildlife biologist with the PGC’s deer and elk section, the progam “will allow hunters to collect the appropriate tissue for testing.”
Chronic Wasting Disease is a fatal neurological brain disease that can happen in animals like deer, elk and moose and it was first discovered in the state of Pennsylvania in 2012.
(Credit for Photo: Photo Provided with Release Courtesy of Senator John Fetterman’s Office)
Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News
(Washington, D.C.) U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-PA), in collaboration with U.S. Steel and the United Steelworkers, submitted a steel plaque last week on behalf of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to be included in the America 250 Congressional time capsule.
The inscription, which says: Forged in steel from the birthplace of the United States of America, recognizes the important history of Pennsylvania in the foundation of the greatest country and its countless contributions for 250 years.
The capsule will be opened during the 500th anniversary of the United States of America on July 4th, 2276.
A letter from the Pennsylvania Congressional delegation was submitted by Senator Fetterman in addition to the plaque.
It was signed by U.S. Senator Dave McCormick (R-PA), as well as U.S. Representatives Chris Deluzio (D-PA-17), Mary Gay Scanlon (D-PA-5), Glenn “GT” Thompson (R-PA-15), and Madeleine Dean (D-PA-4).
The Members of Congess wrote: “When this capsule is opened on our nation’s 500th anniversary on July 4, 2276, we hope the history of Pennsylvania and the legacy of its steelworkers serve as a generational reminder of the birthplace of the United States of America and those who helped build it.”
(Pittsburgh, PA) A 26-year-old woman from Mt. Oliver is facing charges after police said that she threatened a driver with a large knife and demanded that he drive her and her daughter to Pittsburgh International Airport yesterday.
According to Allegheny County police, an officer patrolling the departure curb at Pittsburgh International Airport was approached by a man who said he was a taxi driver.
He told the officer that a passenger in his vehicle had threatened him with a knife.
The victim was able to identify the person to the officer, who confronted them immediately.
The person was later identified as 26-year-old Mya Owens.
Police determined that the victim picked Owens and her daughter up at a hotel in Downtown Pittsburgh. Owens pulled out a large kitchen knife during the drive and then threatened the victim and demanded that he drive her to the airport.
Officers were later able to see video from inside the vehicle which displayed the incident. The knife was also recovered from the backseat of the vehicle of the victim.
Owens faces multiple charges, which include kidnapping, terroristic threats and corruption of minors.
Owens was taken to the Allegheny County Jail pending arraignment.
(Credit for Photo: Photo Provided with Release Courtesy of AAA East Central)
Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News
(Pittsburgh, PA) Gas prices are 25 cents higher in Western Pennsylvania this week at $4.26 per gallon, according to AAA East Central’s Gas Price Report.
The national average for a gallon of regular gas went up 13 cents over the past week and is now at $4 per gallon.
Instability that is along the Strait of Hormuz is contributing to the increased prices at the gas pump and is pushing crude oil prices over $80 per barrel.
The national average for a gallon of gas stayed in the range of $4 earlier this year during all of April and May and most of June.
The last time that national average for gas was $4 or above was on June 17th when it was $4.02, and it is five cents more than a month ago and 86 cents more than a year ago.
The report states that the average price that you can expect for a gallon of regular gas here in Beaver County is $4.24.
According to a release from AAA East Central and AAA East Central’s Gas Price Report, here are the average price of unleaded self-serve gasoline this week in various areas:
(Credit for Photo: Photo Courtesy of the Aliquippa Police Department)
Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News
(Aliquippa, PA) An arrest warrant has been issued for thirty-one-year-old Nathan A. Hawk after he was accused of stealing approximately eighteen electronic devices from the Boost Mobile store in Aliquippa last week in two separate incidents.
Officers responded to the store on Brodhead Road on Friday and an investigation revealed that Hawk entered the business on Thursday at approximately 6:34 p.m. and then again at 6:40 p.m. and stole approximately 18 electronic devices with an estimated total value of $12,000.
Hawk tried to disguise his appearance during the second break-in because he changed his hat from a Pittsburgh Pirates hat to a Von Dutch hat as well as putting on a face mask.
No employees were inside the business and it was believed that the front door had been left unlocked when these thefts occurred.
Hawk has been known to frequent the area of Aliquippa. Anyone that has information about the whereabouts of Hawk is asked to call the Aliquippa Police Department at 724-378-8000.
(File Photo: Source for Photo: New York Yankees’ Jazz Chisholm Jr. hits a home run against the Pittsburgh Pirates during the first inning of a baseball game, Monday, July 20, 2026, in New York. (AP Photo/Noah K. Murray)
NEW YORK (AP) — Jazz Chisholm Jr. homered in consecutive at-bats against All-Star Braxton Ashcraft and drove in five runs, powering the New York Yankees to an 8-5 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Monday night.
Both benches and bullpens emptied after José Caballero bounced into an inning-ending double play against Pirates reliever Dennis Santana in the eighth. Santana became heated and started yelling at Caballero on the field. The right-hander was restrained by teammates Rafael Flores and Bryan Reynolds before order was restored after a few minutes without any punches or ejections.
On a night when New York squandered an early four-run cushion, Chisholm’s 10th career multihomer game and first since Sept. 2 last year helped the Yankees win for the third time in their last 12 home games.
Chisholm hit a three-run drive for a 4-0 lead in the first inning, two batters after the Pirates committed two errors on one play. Third baseman Nick Gonzales misplayed Paul Goldschmidt’s grounder into a two-base error, and Ben Rice scored when Reynolds bounced his throw from left field.
Chisholm added a two-run shot for a 6-5 lead in the third when he lifted a slider into the first row of the second deck, giving him homers in three straight plate appearances dating to Sunday night. Chisholm leaned over the plate to watch the ball stay fair before completing his home run trot.
The flashy second baseman also hit a tiebreaking homer to left-center in the eighth inning to send New York to a 2-1 win in the nightcap of Sunday’s doubleheader against the Dodgers.
Chisholm connected for his second homer off Ashcraft after rookie Esmerlyn Valdez launched a 431-foot two-run shot off Ryan Weathers into the right-field seats to give Pittsburgh a 5-4 lead in the third. Valdez became the first Pirates player since Kevin Young in 1999 to drive in a run in eight straight games and has 13 homers in his first 33 games.
Caballero followed Chisholm’s second homer with a two-run double in the third after Austin Wells reached on an infield single to load the bases.
Jared Triolo hit a two-run double and Gonzales added an RBI single in Pittsburgh’s three-run second.
Angel Chivilli (1-0) worked 1 1/3 hitless innings for the win and Fernando Cruz got four outs for his second save.
Ashcraft (9-4) permitted a career-high eight runs — seven earned — and nine hits in three innings.
Up next
Pittsburgh RHP Bubba Chandler (3-8, 4.77 ERA) opposes New York RHP Will Warren (7-4, 4.03) on Tuesday night.
CREIGHTON — Pittsburgh Brewing Company invites Parrot Heads, beach lovers, cabana seekers and Iron City drinkers to celebrate summer at “Mango-Rita in Paradise,” a Jimmy Buffett tribute concert and summer party this Saturday.
Set along the Allegheny River, the all-day celebration will transform the Pittsburgh
Brewing grounds into a tropical paradise complete with live music, fresh beach sand, a MANGO-RITA bar, food trucks, giveaways and a tribute to the legendary Jimmy Buffett.
The event runs from 1 to 10 p.m., with gates opening at noon for VIP ticket holders
and 4 p.m. for General Admission guests.
Guests will enjoy two opening acts leading up to a headlining performance by Buffet Beach, one of the region’s premier Buffett tribute bands beginning at 5:30 p.m.
Attendees are encouraged to embrace the tropical spirit by dressing in island attire for a chance to win the Best Dressed Parrot Head Contest.
Todd Zwicker, president of Pittsburgh Brewing, appeared Monday on the Beaver County Radio to talk about the event. Listen to his interview here:
Mango-Rita in Paradise is a summer party Saturday at Pittsburgh Brewing Co.
Throughout the day, Pittsburgh Brewing will host giveaways, including T-
shirts and promotional items. Additional attractions include a mobile cigar bar and other tropical-themed amenities designed to create the ultimate summer escape.
The concert is rain or shine and is a 21-and-over event.
Premium VIP Cabana Experiences
Guests looking for the ultimate tropical experience can reserve one of the event’s limited private cabanas. VIP Cabana ticket holders receive exclusive access beginning at 1 p.m., private lounge space, promotional items and dedicated beverage service from a personal cabana server from 1 to 4 p.m., allowing guests to skip the lines and enjoy the party in style.
VIP guests will enjoy:
● Fresh beach sand brought in specifically for the event
● Mango-Rita Bar
● Live music
● Ice luge
● Beach balls
● Tropical décor
● Exclusive pre-concert beach party atmosphere
VIP Party Tickets are $60 before taxes and fees.
Guests are encouraged to bring beach chairs or purchase chairs at the merchandise
tent. General Admission
General Admission gates open at 4 p.m.
● General Admission Tickets – $35 before taxes and fees
Parking passes are available for purchase.
● Parking Pass – $10 per vehicle
Mango-Rita in Paradise is a summer party Saturday at Pittsburgh Brewing Co.
Food Trucks & Sweet Treats
Guests can enjoy a variety of local food vendors throughout the day, including:
● Hot Ash Pizza
● Del Vecchio’s
● Bob’s Subs
● The Corn Cobbler
● Hauss BBQ
● The Burrito Bunch
● Rollin’ Around Gourmet
● The Pierogi Truck
● RD Kettle Corn
CONCERT:
Dafunk 5:30-7:30PM
Buffett Beach 8:00-9:30PM
Mango-Rita in Paradise is a summer party Saturday at Pittsburgh Brewing Co.
Event Information
● Event is rain or shine
● No refunds
● Must be 21 years of age or older to attend
● Chairs are permitted
● Chairs will also be available for purchase at the merchandise tent
● No tents or umbrellas permitted
● Events and activities are subject to change
Paul W. Moskes is now at peace. He passed away on July 16, 2026.
Born August 6, 1952 to the late Paul and Hilda (Thomas) Moskes, Paul lived a life marked by service, resourcefulness, and quiet strength. He proudly served his country as a United States Navy veteran, attaining the rank of E-4 while serving aboard the USS Flying Fish.
Throughout his life, he could fix pretty much anything. He was hardworking, dependable, and truly a jack of all trades—always willing to lend a hand and share his talents with others. Above all, he was devoted to his family, and the love he had for them was at the center of everything he did. He had a deep love for travel, especially the time he spent in Rhodes, Greece, a place that held a special place in his heart.
He is survived by his two devoted children: Dr. Nicole (Will) Haverty and Sean (Jennifer) Moskes. Three cherished grandchildren: Kaitlin, Paul, and Cyrus. His former wife Kim Moskes and seven siblings: John Moskes, Hazel Haskins, Sally Horsman, Becky Dorris, Edith Robinson, Sylvia Fisher and Nancy Palakovich. Paul is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and friends.
He will be remembered with love and gratitude by those who knew him, and his memory will live on in the hearts of family and friends.
At Paul’s request all services are private
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David A. Dauer, 69, of Ambridge, passed away on July 17, 2026 after a two year exhausting battle with cancer.
Born on August 16, 1956, in Beaver Falls, PA, he was the son of the late John “Jack” and Erma Dauer. David was a graduate of Beaver Area High School. He went on to attend and graduate from Penn State University. He enjoyed discovering new places to eat, cruising and travelling with his wife. Most importantly he loved spending time with and entertaining his family and close friends. Family was everything to David.
David will be sadly missed by his beloved wife of nearly 28 years, Sandra; his beloved four-legged daughter Joy; his step-children, Justin (Troy) Steele, Amanda (Michael) Benes, Abbey (Raymond) Fabian; brother, John (Florence) Dauer; grandchildren, Isabella, Ethan, Scotland-May, Natalia, Sidney, Jacob, and Matteo; goddaughter, Denise Holt; sisters-in-law, Laura Vassallo, and Barbara Hosack; nephews, Matthew (Kimberly) Dauer, John (Ashley) Dauer; great-nieces, Olivia and Carter; as well as many more cousins, and extended family members.
Friends will be received on Tuesday, July 21, 2026 from 4pm-7pm in the Noll Funeral Home Inc., 333 Third Street, Beaver, PA 15009, where a funeral service will be conducted on Wednesday July 22, 2026, at 11am. Online condolences may be shared at www.nollfuneral.com.
In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to Wounded Warriors, the American Cancer Society or St. Jude Children’s Hospital.
Mary LaVerne Hnat, 95, of Cleveland Heights, Ohio, formerly of Beaver, passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of Friday, July 17, 2026, at McGregor Living.
Born on February 15, 1931, in Greensburg, PA, she was the daughter of the late Raymond V. and Mary LaVerne (Dorsey) O’Connell.
LaVerne spent her life as a homemaker and was a devoted member of Saints Peter & Paul Catholic Church of Our Lady of the Valley Parish. She was a past member of the Junior Women’s and Women’s Club of Beaver and enjoyed volunteering her time with many other organizations, including Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts. In her free time, LaVerne could be found gardening, spending time with her family, and cheering on the Pittsburgh Steelers and Pirates.
In addition to her parents, LaVerne was preceded in death by her husband, Michael Hnat on December 26, 2002; a sister, Anne R. Perry; and a son-in-law, Peter Knittel.
LaVerne is survived by her loving and devoted children, Michael J. (Orysia Tylko) Hnat, Karen H. Knittel, Susan J. Hnat, Mark (Meizi Goa) Hnat, Theodore J. Hnat, and Laura (Kit Lucey) Hnat; her two loving grandsons, Matthew (Nicolina Nolletti) Knittel and Stephen Knittel; as well as extended family members and friends.
Friends and family are welcome to attend a Mass of Christian Burial at Saints Peter and Paul Church of Our Lady of the Valley Parish, 200 Third Street, Beaver, PA 15009 on Wednesday, July 22 at 10:00AM with Fr. Howard Campbell as celebrant.
Interment will be in Beaver Cemetery.
The GABAUER-TODD FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, 340 Third Street, Beaver, PA 15009, is honored to provide care and guidance to Laverne’s family during this time.
