Preparing for Election Day of 2025

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Beaver County, PA) Election Day is tomorrow in Pennsylvania, and in Beaver, Allegheny and Lawrence Counties, the polls will be open to make your voice heard and vote for different candidates in all of the local races. The polls will open at 7 a.m. and will close at 8 p.m. tomorrow, so get out there and vote at your local polling place. A website link to find your local polling place can be found below:

Click here to access the Polling Place Search Tool.

James B. Lester (1931-2025)

James B. Lester, 94, passed away at 4:30 a.m. on October 31st, 2025. We imagine that he was joyfully reunited with the love of his life, Dolores Jean Lester, whom he met in 1947 at a Youth for Christ picnic. They married in 1952 and shared 67 inseparable years together until her passing on January 11th, 2020. In addition to his wife, he was preceded in death by his beloved granddaughter, Jennifer Lynn Lester Luffy, his great-grandson, Landon Bradley Lester, his loving sister, Jacqueline, his cherished brother-in-law, Glenn Schoder, and his favorite nephew, Mike Clark and his parents, Hurshel and Geneva Lester. He was also preceded in death by many dear in-laws and friends who held a special place in his heart, including Florence and Ray Senior, Ronnie Vogler, Ruth and “Sparky” Russell, Miriam and Tom Senior, and Betty and Ken Senior, along with countless others he loved so deeply. He treasured every moment spent reminiscing with his beloved sister-in-law, Carol Vogler and his favorite niece, Victoria Clark, both of whom survive him and will hold his memory close. He also leaves behind many nieces and nephews who adored him. James was a faithful friend and storyteller who shared over 55 years of friendship with his best friend, George Molchen, often over a cup of coffee and a tale or two about their hunting adventures. In recent years, his fiancée, Terrie Parish, brought great light and joy into his life. Together they shared meals, card games, and laughter: her love, and the kindness of her family, were a true blessing to him in his later years. His faith guided every part of his life. He taught his family many things, but the most important lesson was to love the Lord. His devotion continues to shine through his children: Jim Lester, Glenn and Brenda Lester, Debbie and Scott Walsh, and Brenda and Randy Hanshe. James’ and Jean’s legacy of love lives on through their grandchildren: Geneva and Sager Nagilla, Von and Molly Lester, Dan and Denise Luffy, Glenn and Allie Lester, Brad and Michelle Lester, Jacque Walsh, Devin and Brittany Walsh, Dylan and Nicole Walsh, Kyla and Chris Lindner, and Troy and Alex Hanshe; as well as through their 28 great-grandchildren, who will always remember that a visit with Great-Grandpa Jim came with a big hug and a Tootsie Pop. He was also a lifelong member of Chippewa Alliance Church. His faith and service were unwavering. He retired from Columbia Gas, where his long meter-reading walks kept him in tip-top shape. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict. He was also an avid outdoorsman and a proud member of the Beagle Club who found peace and joy in nature. Whether he was fishing, hunting with his beagles, practicing archery, or spotting deer with his family, those were his happiest days. He lived a life rooted in faith, love, and gratitude. His kindness, laughter, and unwavering trust in the Lord will continue to inspire all who were blessed to know him. Please join us in celebrating his God glorifying life! Friends will be received Friday, November 7 from 2-4 P.M. & 6-8 P.M. in Corless-Kunselman Funeral Services, LLC, 3801 4th Avenue, Beaver Falls, who was in charge of his arrangements. A celebration of life service will be held Saturday, November 8th at 10:30 A.M. in the Chippewa Alliance Church, with Reverend Dan Muir officiating. “For to me, to live is Christ, and to die is gain.” Philippians 1:21-23

Amos Pernell Cameron (1961-2025)

Amos Pernell Cameron, 63, of Leetsdale, passed away on October 29th, 2025 surrounded by family and friends. He was born in Sewickley on December 23rd, 1961, a son of Barbara J. Cameron of Leetsdale and the late Amos Cameron. In addition to his father, he was preceeded in death by his nephew, Dulane S. Cameron, Jr. Amos graduated in 1980 from Quaker Valley High School, where he attended Parkway West Career and Technical Center.  Amos went on to West Liberty University and Allegheny Community College where he graduated with a degree in chemistry. Upon graduation, he worked for Mobay Chemical Company.  He started EMT class in 1986 and was employed by Valley Ambulance where he completed paramedic class and remained employed as a paramedic and later a paramedic supervisor for 20 years.  While there he spent much of his time mentoring and training others for careers in EMS. In 2006, Amos left Valley Ambulance to join the Emergency Medical Service Institute (EMSI) as a Regional Operations Coordinator.  He remained at EMSI until 2017 when he joined Heritage Valley Sewickley where he followed in the footsteps of his friend and mentor, Mary Caroly Nash, as the Prehospital Coordinator. During his career, he was the Assistant Chief of Leetsdale Fire Department and Deputy Emergency Management Coordinator for Leetsdale Borough.  He chaired the Public Safety Committee of Leetsdale Borough. Amos served on the Allegheny County/Pittsburgh International Airport Disaster Planning Committee. Amos started a business as a professional photographer “Photos by Amos.” He also provided private security details for local estates in the area.  Amos worked at a number of ambulance services during his years in EMS including Economy, Robinson and Fayette County EMS. In September of 2022, Amos was thrilled to receive confirmation that he had a daughter, Ashley Whitted, along with four grandchildren: Londyn, Lance, Liberty, and Lavender. In addition to his mother, he is survived by his sister, Desiree Cameron- McDougal (Daniel), Capital Heights, Maryland, his brothers Leon S. Cameron of Davis, Florida and Dulane S. Cameron, Sr. (Stephanie) of Leetsdale, his bonus son, Blake Dunback of Pittsburgh, and a host of close cousins who were always available as well as a host of close friends to include: Judy Haluka, M.C. Nash, John Libonati, Billy Spinelli and Ken Lougerman. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him.

A visitation will be held on Wednesday, November 5th, from 2-4 P.M. and 5-7 P.M. in the Alvarez-Hahn Funeral Services and Cremation, LLC, 547 8th Street, Ambridge, who was in charge of his arrangements. An additional visitation will be held on Thursday, November 6th at Triumph Church, 1293 Mt. Nebo Road, Pittsburgh, from 9 A.M. until the time of a funeral service at 10 A.M. Burial will follow at Sewickley Cemetery, 501 Hopkins Street, Sewickley.

Donald A. “Kody” Kolar (1946-2025)

Donald A. “Kody” Kolar, 78, of Baden, passed away on November 1st, 2025 after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born on December 1st, 1946, a son of the late Joseph Sr. and Elizabeth Kolar. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Ronald T. Kolar, his nephew, Jason J. Kolar, and sister-in-law, Mary Anne Kolar. He is survived his brother, Joseph J. Kolar, his nephew, Jeffery (Shannon) Kolar, his sister-in-law, Darlene Kolar, his niece-in-law, Kari Kolar, his great nephew, Jake Kolar, his great nieces, Avery and Willow Kolar, his very special cousins, David Kolar, Marlene Gerace, and many friends. Donald was a graduate of Freedom Highschool class of 1965. He went on to serve our country proudly in the United States Marine Core during the Vietnam War. Upon leaving the military, he attended the Community College of Beaver County. He worked and retired from Eaton Electric, formerly Westinghouse. He was a proud member of the Baden American Legion and the Conway Croatian Club #540, where he held the position of vice president. Donald enjoyed playing bingo, dancing and listening to Croatian music. He absolutely loved and adored his family. A visitation will be held on Thursday, November 6th, from 3-7 P.M. in the Alvarez-Hahn Funeral Services and Cremation, LLC, 547 8th Street, Ambridge, who was in charge of his arrangements, and where military honors and departing prayers will be held on Friday, November 7th, at 9:30 A.M., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 A.M. at Saint Luke the Evangelist Church, 725 Glenwood Avenue, Ambridge. Burial will be at Economy Cemetery, 1691 Ridge Rd Ext #1601, Ambridge. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made in care of the Beaver County Humane Society. You can see his full obituary at alvarezhahnfs.com.

Sandra “Sandy” L. Majeski (1961-2025)

Sandra “Sandy” L. Majeski, 64, of Chippewa Township, passed away on October 31st, 2025. She was born in Natrona Heights on October 7th, 1961, the daughter of the late Richard L. and Alyce (Krutz) Mooney. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her in-laws, Walter and Joan (Farinelli) Majeski. She is survived by her loving husband, Mark Roman Majeski, her brother, Richard Alan Mooney of Lower Burrell, and her brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Michael and Denise Majeski.

Sandra lived a life filled with faith, kindness, and service to others. She was a member of the Chippewa United Methodist Church, where she volunteered faithfully and touched the lives of many through her compassion and joyful spirit. She also volunteered at the Beaver County Festival of Trees, an event she looked forward to each year. She enjoyed cooking, gardening, sharing meals with family and friends, taking long walks, and dining out with her beloved husband of 38 years, Mark. Her warmth, laughter, and selfless heart will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Sandy graduated from Burrell High School with the class of 1979. After high school, she attended Edinboro University of Pennsylvania where she received her Bachelor and Master Degrees in Speech Language Pathology.  She then went on to become a Speech Therapist in Columbiana County, Ohio where she worked with children. She often said that it was a job she so enjoyed, she would do it for free. After she went on a disability and was no longer able to be a Speech Therapist, she used her God given gift and wrote many Christian poems and songs which blessed many. She loved the Lord and her favorite book was the Bible.

The family would like to thank Dr. Robert Grieco for all his care, support and prayers through the years.  The family would also like to thank all the staff at Beaver Valley Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center in Beaver Falls that provided her care, kindness and love for the last two months.

Sandra’s funeral service will be held on Thursday, November 6th at noon at Chippewa United Methodist Church, 2545 Darlington Road, Beaver Falls. The service will be followed by a luncheon at the church.

Entombment will follow in The Williamsburg Chapel Mausoleum in Beaver Falls Cemetery and Memorial Park.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made in her name to the Chippewa United Methodist Church, Daystar Television Network Partner Processing-PO Box 610546 Dallas, TX 75261,The Trinity Broadcasting Network- https://www.tbn.org/give/donate, or K-Love Radio- https://donate.klove.com/, organizations that share the messages of hope and faith she so deeply loved.

Arrangements have been entrusted to GABAUER-LUTTON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC.- 117 Blackhawk Road, Beaver Falls.

Twenty-seven people rescued from Monongahela Incline after it unexpectedly stops in Pittsburgh

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Pittsburgh, PA) According to officials, first responders rescued 27 passengers stuck on board the Monongahela Incline in Pittsburgh on Saturday afternoon. The incline unexpectedly stopped working at around 2:25 p.m. when the cars were around forty feet short of their stations. There were no reported injuries. During this incident, emergency crews remained in contact with the passengers. According to Adam Brandolph, a spokesperson for Pittsburgh Regional Transit, the incline will remain closed through at least this morning.

Michael S. Schupay (1950-2025)

Michael S. Schupay, 75, of New Brighton, passed away on October 31st, 2025, at Heritage Valley Beaver. He was born in New Brighton on May 4th, 1950, the son of the late John E. Schupay and Juanita Mae Reed King. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Bishop Michelle Annette Schupay, O.M.S. He is survived by his wife of forty-nine years, Darlene A. (Teets) Schupay, one son, Brandon E. Schupay, who lived with them, as well as a close friend Michael L. Nahod, of Fombell, who Mike considered his other son, his brother-in-law and two sisters-in-law, Robert H. and Vicki Teets of Ohioville, and Mary Nestor of California. Michael was a retired operator with Penn Power Company Shipping Port and also was employed by Horsehead Industries, New York. He was a United States Navy Veteran of the Vietnam War, serving for six years on submarines, especially the Bancroft. He was Protestant by Faith and a member of the American Legion. He also enjoyed woodworking and reading. He was also an outdoorsman. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, November 4th, from 1 p.m. until 4 p.m., with a service following at 4:30 p.m. at the William Murphy Funeral Home, Inc., 349 Adams Street, Rochester, who was in charge of his arrangements. Vietnam Veterans of America, Chapter #862 will conduct full military honors for their fallen comrade at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, November 4th as well.

Margaret Ann “Peggy” Klepic (1938-2025)

Margaret Ann “Peggy” Klepic, 87, of New Brighton, passed away on November 1st, 2025 surrounded by her family.

She was born in New Brighton on June 14th, 1938, the cherished daughter of the late Charles and Mary (Myers) Mehaffey. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, William Klepic. She is survived by her very special nieces: Rebecca McGreevy, Susan McKinney, Christina Piocguidio, Barbara Rieder and Barbara Ditoto; along with many other nieces and nephews.

Margaret was a loving wife to the late William (Bill) Klepic. She was a devoted and hardworking woman who spent her career as an operator for Bell Telephone. She was also a lifelong member of Our Lady of the Valley Parish. She enjoyed giving back to her community as part of the Beaver County Women’s Club, Holy Family Christian Mothers and several other organizations.

A Mass of Christian burial will be held Tuesday, November 4th, at 10 a.m. in Holy Family Church, 521 7th Avenue, New Brighton. Arrangements have been entrusted to the J&J Spratt Funeral Home, 1612 Third Avenue, New Brighton.

Interment will follow at St. Joseph Cemetery where Peggy will be laid to rest with her husband, William.

In lieu of flowers the family has requested donations to Tiger Pause Youth Ministry, Beaver Falls, 1326 7th Avenue, Beaver Falls, PA 15010.

To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of Margaret Ann “Peggy” Klepic, please visit the flower store of the J&J Spratt Funeral Home by clicking here.

Michigan lawyer says a Halloween terror plot that FBI Director Kash Patel described never existed

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(AP) A Michigan defense lawyer is disputing FBI Director Kash Patel’s allegations that his 20-year-old client and four other young suspects were planning to carry out a terror attack on Halloween weekend.

Announcing their arrests on Friday, Patel said more information would be coming soon, however the FBI and Michigan authorities have offered few details about the case. Spokespersons for the state and national FBI and the U.S. Attorney in Detroit did not immediately respond to messages Saturday.

The investigation involved discussion in an online chat room involving at least some of the suspects who were taken into custody, according to two people briefed on the investigation who could not publicly discuss details. They spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity. The group allegedly discussed carrying out an attack around Halloween, referring to “pumpkin day,” according to one of the people. The other person briefed on the investigation confirmed that there had been a “pumpkin” reference.

However, lawyer Amir Makled, who represents a man from the suburb of Dearborn who was still detained on Saturday, said federal authorities haven’t given him many details about the investigation but after reviewing the matter, he concluded that no terror event was planned. He said he doesn’t expect any charges will be filed.

“I don’t know where this hysteria and this fearmongering came from,” Makled said.

He described the all-male group of U.S. citizens as gamers, and said they range in age from 16 to 20.

“If these young men were on forums that they should not have been on or things of that nature, then we’ll have to wait and see,” Makled said. “But I don’t believe that there’s anything illegal about any of the activity they were doing.”

Authorities said Friday after the arrests were made that there was no further threat to public safety. Patel had announced in a post on X that “the FBI thwarted a potential terrorist attack and arrested multiple subjects in Michigan who were allegedly plotting a violent attack over Halloween weekend.”

Investigators allege the plan was inspired by Islamic State group extremism. It wasn’t immediately clear if they had the means to carry out an attack, but the reference to Halloween prompted the FBI to make arrests Friday, one of the people familiar with the investigation told the AP.

Patel credited the vigilance of the FBI, along with help from local authorities, with thwarting the plot.

Since the 9/11 terror attacks, the FBI has foiled several alleged attacks through sting operations in which agents posed as terror supporters, supplying advice and equipment.

What to know about the 4 suspects in the Louvre crown jewels heist

(File Photo: Source for Photo: People queue to enter the Louvre museum, Thursday, Oct. 30, 2025 in Paris. (AP Photo/Emma Da Silva)

PARIS (AP) — Four suspects in the Louvre heist have been handed preliminary charges and incarcerated, including three believed to be members of the team who forced its way into the museum, leaving with $102 million worth crown jewels.

Paris prosecutor Laure Beccuau noted the apparent “closeness” of the suspects. Two of them were convicted in 2015 in the same theft case and all are based in Paris’ northern suburbs.

Authorities said the jewelry has not been recovered and the fourth member of the so-called “commando” is still at large. Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez said investigators are also looking for whoever might have ordered the crime.

Neither names nor extensive biographical details have been made public, in line with French law that provides that information about investigations is meant to be secret, in part to avoid compromising police work.

Here’s what to know so far about the suspects:

Man aged 34 arrested at Paris airport

A 34-year-old Algerian national who has been living in France since 2010 is suspected of being one of the two thieves who entered the Apollo Gallery with disc cutters to cut into the display cases and steal the jewels.

He was arrested on Oct. 25, six days after the heist, at Charles de Gaulle airport as he was about to fly to Algeria with no return ticket.

The Algerian national lives in a suburb north of Paris named Aubervilliers and is known to police mostly for road traffic offenses and one theft. His DNA matched a scooter used in the getaway.

He told investigators he currently has no job but used to work as a garbage collector and delivery man. He faces preliminary charges of theft by an organized gang and criminal conspiracy.

Another suspect believed to have entered the Apollo Gallery

A 39-year-old-man was also arrested on Oct. 25 at his home in Aubervilliers, where he was born. He is believed to be the second man who entered the Apollo Gallery. His DNA was found on one of the glass cases where the jewels were displayed and on items the thieves left behind.

He is known to police for several thefts.

The 39-year-old is to go on trial later this month for damaging a mirror and the door of the prison cell he was being detained in as part of a separate theft investigation, in which he was later cleared. He told investigators he works as a taxi driver operating illegally.

He faces preliminary charges of theft by an organized gang and criminal conspiracy.

Beccuau said both men gave “minimalist” statements and “partially admitted” their involvement in the Louvre heist.

A 37-year-old man with a record of theft

A 37-year-old man was arrested on Wednesday, 10 days after the heist.

He is believed to be the third member of the team of four who arrived at the Louvre with a lift truck, simulating renovation work to stop the vehicle at the foot of the museum. The four left on two scooters headed toward eastern Paris.

His DNA was found inside the basket lift.

The Paris prosecutor said he denied involvement.

His criminal record contains 11 previous convictions, 10 of them for theft. He was convicted in 2015 in Paris in the same theft case as the 39-year-old suspect.

He faces preliminary charges of theft by an organized gang and criminal conspiracy.

A 38-year-old woman accused of being an accomplice

A 38-year-old woman arrested Wednesday is the longtime partner of the 37-year-old suspect. They have children together. The couple lives in La Courneuve, another northern suburb of Paris close to Aubervilliers.

The woman denied any involvement, her lawyer said.

A small amount of her DNA was found on the basket lift which could possibly be due to “DNA transfer” according to the Paris prosecutor — that is DNA she may have left on someone or on some item that later transferred on the basket lift.

She faces preliminary charges of complicity in theft by an organized gang and criminal conspiracy.