Author: Beaver County Radio

Pa State Rep. Josh Kail Announces Grant for District

 

CENTER – Rep. Josh Kail (R-Beaver/Washington) announces a $70,000 Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) grant for additional development of Morris Township Community Park in Washington County.

The funding will be used for the construction of a pedestrian walkway, fishing pavilions, a pedestrian bridge and stormwater management measures. It will also be used for ADA access, landscaping, project sign and other related site improvements.

“Since so many people are staying closer to home for vacations and recreational time, it’s important that our parks are in good condition. I’m glad the grant money is coming to the district, where it will be able to benefit families of all kinds,” Kail said. “During challenging times, people need to have ways to relax, and enjoying nature is a great, healthy way to do that.”

The DCNR grant program is funded with a variety of state and federal funding sources including the Keystone Recreation, Park and Conservation Fund, the Environmental Stewardship Fund, the federal Land and Water Conservation Fund, Pennsylvania Trails fund, Pennsylvania Heritage Area Program and the ATV Restricted Management Account Fund.

For more information about Kail and his legislative priorities, please visit RepKail.com or Facebook.com/RepKail.

IMPAIRED DRIVING ENFORCEMENT THIS WEEKEND IN BEAVER COUNTY

Story by Beaver County Radio News Correspondent Sandy Giordano

(Hopewell, Twp., Pa.) Beaver County’s Impaired Driving Task Force Coordinator Hopewell Township Detective Greg Durkos  announced yesterday that the task force will be out conducting sobriety checking points  and /or roving patrols this weekend. Detective Durkos said this weekend’s  program is in support of the state’s Impaired Driving Enforcement Initiative.

the checkpoints or roving patrols  will be conducted at undisclosed locations throughout the county to keep roads safe, save lives, and reduce DUI crashes.
Drivers are asked to drink responsibly and assign designated drivers or make alternate arrangements to get home safely.  The task force reminds drivers to always BUCKLE UP!, this is your defense in any crash!

Beaver Falls School District Employee Tests Positive for COVID-19

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Story by Beaver County Radio News Correspondent Sandy Giordano

(Beaver Falls, Pa.)  Beaver Falls School District Superintendent Donna M. Nugent sent a letter to parents informing them that an employee at the high school tested positive for  COVID-19. the employee is self isolating   at home, according to a spokesperson  for the district.

According to Dr. Nugent’s letter to parents there is no  continued risk  or known exposures that would require others to quarantine or self isolate. She said that there  was no exposure to students or other staff. The information has been reported to the PA DOH.

Update!! Double Shooting in Beaver Falls was a Home Invasion Killing One and Wounding One.

(Photo Courtesy of Eddy Crow)

Story by Beaver County News Correspondent Sandy Giordano

(Beaver Falls, Pa.) Beaver County District Attorney David J. Lozier reported a early Friday morning  that a home invasion took place in the 1400 block of 5th Avenue in Beaver Falls around 1 AM Friday morning.  The suspects shot and killed a male, and wounded a female. The female was flown to a hospital for her injuries.  The investigation is continuing the District Attorney said.

Update @ 9:15 a.m. : Beaver Falls  Police are reporting via press release that the deceased victim was a 22 year-old male and the second victim who was air lifted to a local  hospital is a 23 year-old female.

Anyone with information on the  incident is asked to call the Beaver Falls Police Department  at 724-846-7000.

Double Shooting in Beaver Falls leaves one Person Dead

(Beaver Falls, Pa.) There was a double shooting overnight in Beaver Falls killing one person and a second person was Life Flighted to a local hospital.

The shooting was reported shortly after 1 a.m. near 14th Street and Fifth Avenue in the city.

The identity of the person who died and the injured person has not been released. Beaver Falls Police continue to investigate at this hour. Stay tune to Beaver County Radio as News Correspondent Sandy Giordano is working to get an update on this developing story.

Kuhl goes 7 sharp innings, Pirates beat slumping Cubs 7-0

Kuhl goes 7 sharp innings, Pirates beat slumping Cubs 7-0
JOHN PERROTTO Associated Press
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Chad Kuhl pitched seven sharp innings and Colin Moran and Bryan Reynolds hit home runs in the Pittsburgh Pirates’ 7-0 victory over the slumping Chicago Cubs on Thursday. Kuhl finished his comeback season on a strong note, allowing two hits, struck out five hits and three walks. He sat out last season while rehabbing after Tommy John surgery. The Cubs, who clinched a postseason berth Tuesday, are stumbling toward the playoffs with five losses in six games. They have scored two or fewer runs in each of the five defeats.

Still ticking: “Big Ben” to set franchise mark vs. Texans

Still ticking: “Big Ben” to set franchise mark vs. Texans
By WILL GRAVES AP Sports Writer
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Quarterback Ben Roethlisberger will do something no Steelers player has ever done when Pittsburgh hosts Houston in Week 3. When Roethlisberger trots onto the field, he will appear in his 221st game with the Steelers. That will break a tie with Hall of Fame center Mike Webster for the most appearances in black-and-gold in team history. The 38-year-old Roethlisberger credits his faith and his 6-foot-5 frame for his durability. Roethlisberger took a pounding early in his career but says he’s learned over time to avoid big hits when he can.

Republicans lose a round in Pennsylvania mail voting dispute

Republicans lose a round in Pennsylvania mail voting dispute
HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — The Pennsylvania Supreme Court has dealt a blow to Republicans in the legal fight over the deadline for mailed ballots in the presidential battleground state. The court rejected without comment Thursday a request by Republicans to put on hold its decision to extend the deadline for receiving and counting mail-in ballots. Republicans are now likely to ask the U.S. Supreme Court to block the ruling. The divided Pennsylvania high court last week granted the Democratic Party’s request to order an extension of Pennsylvania’s Election Day deadline to count mailed ballots. The court has a 5-2 Democratic majority.

No. 21 Pitt faces speedy test against No. 24 Louisville

No. 21 Pitt faces speedy test against No. 24 Louisville
By WILL GRAVES AP Sports Writer
PITTSBURGH (AP) — No. 21 Pittsburgh will try for its first 3-0 start since 2014 when the Panthers host No. 24 Louisville. It’s the first game between ranked teams at Heinz Field in more than a decade. The Panthers have been dominant through two weeks but the Cardinals present a significant step up in class for Pitt following easy wins over Austin Peay and Syracuse. Louisville is coming off a tough loss at home to Miami. The Cardinals are led by quarterback Malik Cunningham, who has gone over 300 yards in each of Louisville’s first two games.

Steelers look to stay unbeaten as winless Texans visit

Steelers look to stay unbeaten as winless Texans visit
By WILL GRAVES AP Sports Writer
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Steelers are looking for their first 3-0 start since 2010 when they host winless Houston. The Steelers have played solidly through two weeks behind the steady hand of quarterback Ben Roethlisberger and a defense that’s already had 10 sacks. The Texans opened the season with double-digit losses to Baltimore and Kansas City. The challenge figures to be just as difficult in a stadium where Houston has won just once. The game will feature a family reunion for the Watt family. Defensive end J.J. Watt stars for the Texans while linebacker T.J. Watt and fullback Derek Watt suit up for the Steelers.