(Credit for Photo: Photo Courtesy of WPXI-TV Pittsburgh, Posted on Facebook on February 16th, 2026)
Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News
(Carnegie, PA) A truck rollover that occurred this morning reduced a part of I-79 near Carnegie to a single lane. According to PennDOT, the southbound lanes are restricted between the Carnegie and Heidelberg/Collier exits. Emergency dispatchers confirmed to WPXI that one person was taken to a hospital. The cause of this crash is unknown at this time.
(File Photo: Source for Photo: Pittsburgh Pirates’ Jack Suwinski (65) celebrates with teammates after hitting a home run against the San Francisco Giants during the seventh inning of a baseball game in San Francisco, Monday, May 29, 2023. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)
Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News
(Bradenton, FL) The Pittsburgh Pirates designated outfielder Jack Suwinski for assignment today, as the team held its first full-team workout at spring training in Bradenton, Florida. The move clears a roster spot for veteran slugger Marcell Ozuna, who signed a one-year deal with the Pirates with a mutual option for the 2027 season. The 27-year-old Suwinski slashed .147/.281/.253 with an OPS of .534 last year, as well as hitting three home runs while striking out 57 times in 150 at bats. Suwinski started that season on the opening day roster for the Pirates, but played in only 59 games and had two stints at Triple-A Indianapolis. Suwinski has struggled at the plate after hitting 19 home runs as a rookie in 2022, and 26 the following season.
(File Photo of a Pennsylvania State Police Trooper Car)
Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News
(Cranberry Township, PA) Pennsylvania State Police in Gibsonia reported via release today that sixty-three-year-old Jiuping Ji of Rockville, Maryland was charged after causing a two-vehicle crash in Cranberry Township on Saturday morning. At 7:33 a.m., Ji was traveling on I-76 West, PA Turnpike, when he side swiped the vehicle of forty-six-year-old Brandie Sberna of Harmony on its passenger side. Ji also hit a guide rail with his vehicle. There were no injuries.
(File Photo of Pennsylvania State Police Trooper Cars)
Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News
(Big Beaver Borough, PA) Pennsylvania State Police in Gibsonia reported via release today that fifty-one-year-old Brandy McManus of New Castle caused a single-vehicle crash in Big Beaver Borough on Saturday morning. At 11:01 a.m., McManus was driving on I-376 East, PA Turnpike, when she hit a coyote that ran into the road. McManus also damaged a coolant line with her vehicle and she was not injured.
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ZELIENOPLE — The world renowned Celtic Tenors will headline the Strand Theater on the evenings of Feb. 25-27.
The Celtic Tenors’ Matthew Gilsenan, Daryl Simpson and George Hutton will showcase their exquisite harmonies and the ability to bridge the timeless beauty of Celtic tradition with the warmth and accessibility of contemporary song.
From the heartfelt intimacy they bring to “Grace” and playful medley of “Spanish Lady/Marie’s Wedding” to the lively spirit of “Galway Girl,” and covers of Guns ‘N Roses, Van Morrison and Ed Sheeran hits, The Celtic Tenors also are celebrating the release of a new album, “Live at The Empire Theatre.”
Combining heritage, artistry, and human connection through song, the Celtic Tenors will be featured in a new PBS Television special, too.
Reserved seat tickets for the Strand concerts are $47. Showtimes are 7 p.m. Feb. 25-26 and 7:30 p.m. Feb. 27, available at the strandtheater.org.
Celtic Tenors member Gilsenan appeared Monday on the Beaver County Radio Morning Show and had this to say:
She is survived by her children, Robert Hampe (Chrissy Baker), Sherry (Jim) Grady, and Lisa Hampe-Miller, with whom she lived, her sister and brother-in-law, Coralee and Michael Syrko, her sister-in-law, Marjorie Straub and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. She was blessed with seven grandchildren: Erin (Jake) Grossi, Megan (Nolan) Shank, Robyn Hampe (Austin Tisch), Mark (Naomi) Miller, Robert (Stephen) Beresik-Hampe, Michela Grady (Jesse Moore), Nicholas Grady (Emma Ciaramella) and Amanda (Jeff) Marsch, great-grandchildren: Robbie, Leena, Eli, Maverick, Easton, Samuel, Abigail, Grady, Maddox; as well as a joyous addition, baby Jameson, due in April.
Judith was a faithful member of New Bethlehem Presbyterian Church in Aliquippa. She valued her family and appreciated spending quality time with them. She will also be remembered for her outstanding French toast that was enjoyed by everyone. A visitation will be held on Saturday, February 21st, from 9:30 a.m. until the time of a service at 10 a.m. at New Bethlehem Presbyterian Church,183 Bethlehem Church Road, Aliquippa, with Reverend Randall Clow officiating. Private interment will follow at Sylvania Hills Cemetery, 273 PA-68, Rochester. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Anthony Mastrofrancesco Funeral Home, Inc., 2026 McMinn Street, Aliquippa. In place of flowers, the family respectfully requests that donations be made to either Camp Lambec (13110 Old Lake Rd, North Springfield, PA 16430) to support children’s tuition for summer camp, or to New Bethlehem Presbyterian Church (183 New Bethlehem Church Road, Aliquippa, PA 15001).
The Hampe family would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to Gallagher Hospice and the compassionate caregivers that took care of Judith: Patty, Dawn, Chasity, Becky, Chrysta and Patience.
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Charles Thomas “Tom” Lesnick, 74, of Beaver Falls, passed away peacefully on February 13th, 2026, at Providence Health & Rehabilitation Center in Beaver Falls.
He was born in Beaver Falls on October 3rd, 1951, the son of the late Charles S. and Caroline (Juge) Lesnick. He is survived by a son, grandchildren, many special friends, and his loving Beaver Falls community.
Charles graduated from Beaver Falls High School in 1969 and went on to further his education at Slippery Rock University, where he graduated with a bachelor’s degree in elementary education. He later worked for Parks & Recreation in Virginia. He was a member of Soma Gathering in Beaver Falls. He was a true Beaver Falls Tiger and was very involved in local churches and many community events.
Friends will be received on Friday, February 20th from 3 P.M. until the time of services at 6 P.M. at Soma Gathering, 1401 6th Avenue, Beaver Falls and his wishes for cremation will be honored following services.
The GABAUER FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 1133 Penn Avenue, New Brighton, was honored to care for Charles during this time and was the funeral home that was in charge of his arrangements.
(File Photo of Police Siren Light)
Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News
(Aliquippa, PA) Pennsylvania State Police in Beaver reported via release on Saturday are investigating an incident of driving under the influence that occurred along 800 Main Street in Aliquippa on either January 16th or 17th, 2026. An unidentified arrestee received a DUI charge after that person was found to be intoxicated and under the influence of alcohol, and according to police, charges will be filed pending receipt of laboratory test results.
Joan H. (Klein) Gettemy, 87, of Swoope, Virginia, passed away on February 11th, 2026, surrounded by family, at Augusta Health in Fishersville, Virginia.
She was born in Beaver Falls on December 12th, 1938, a daughter of the late John and Meryl (Marshall) Harlan. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Hilton Klein and her sister, Carol Klein. She is survived by her husband, John William “Bill” Gettemy, her son, Steven Klein and his wife, Cecila, and their daughter, Emily, her stepchildren Hilton Klein and his wife, Charlotte and their 3 children, Rebecca Pilarski and her husband, Gary and their two children, Sam Klein and his wife, Kathy and their three children and Michael Gettemy and Melissa and their two children, three great-grandchildren; as well as numerous extended family members and friends.
Joan was a graduate of Beaver Falls High School class of 1956. After graduation, she began working at Reeves Bank in Beaver Falls where she retired as Vice President following 44 years of faithful service. After retiring she enjoyed golfing, gardening, traveling, long rides in the country with her husband, Bill, and spending time with family and friends.
Friends will be received on Tuesday, February 17th from 5-8 P.M. in the GABAUER-LUTTON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 117 Blackhawk Road, Beaver Falls, who was in charge of her arrangements, and where a funeral service will be held on Wednesday, February 18th in the funeral home chapel at 10:30 A.M. with Rev. Dr. Judy Angleberger officiating.
Interment will follow in Beaver Falls Cemetery, 2045 Darlington Road, Beaver Falls.
Sara Margaret “Peggy” McCartney Hostetler, 82, of North Sewickley Township, passed away unexpectedly on February 12th, 2026 at her home.
She was born in Freedom on October 31st, 1943, a daughter of the late John Cunningham and Genevieve (Davis) Aten. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first husband, Dale McCartney, her second husband, James “Jim” Hostetler, her stepfather, Edward Aten, a brother, John Cunningham, her sisters, Jean Brown and Barbara Cunningham; and a sister-in-law, Colleen (Henry) Phillips. She is survived by her loving children: Mark (Tina) McCartney, Scot (Jamie) McCartney, Jodi (Bryan) Marshall, and Beth (Mark) Donaldson; as well as her grandchildren: Michael (Victoria) Chufe, Landon (Nicole) Donaldson, Aaron (Michelle) Chufe, Levi (Mercedes) Donaldson, Sarabeth (Andre) Donaldson, Leah McCartney, Tyler (Emma) McCartney, Dakota Burnette, Larry (Melissa) Higley, and Matt (Jennifer) Marshall; along with her great-grandchildren: Brett, Paxton, Felicity, Brooklynn, Jackson, Sylvia, Owen, Nevaeh, Vivian, Izzy, Larry, Lauren, Dakota, Chris, and Lincoln; a brother, Jim (Lois) Cunningham; as well as a brother-in-law, Herb Brown, a life-long friend, Karen Peffer, as well as numerous extended family, nieces, nephews, church family, and friends.
Sara worked for many years as a receptionist for Dr. Jeffrey Wahl. She was a devoted member of Chippewa United Methodist Church, where she made many lasting friendships. She frequented Prayer Mountain every Wednesday and spent her free time with her family and crafting.
Friends will be received on Monday, February 16th from 2-4 P.M. & 6-8 P.M. in the GABAUER-LUTTON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 117 Blackhawk Road, Beaver Falls, who was in charge of her arrangements, and where a funeral service will be held on Tuesday, February 17th at 11AM in the funeral home chapel with Pastors Allan Brooks and Tai Courtemanche officiating. Friends will be received one hour prior to services on Tuesday, February 17th at 10 A.M.
Interment will follow in Sylvania Hills Memorial Park, 273 PA-68, Rochester.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Chippewa United Methodist Church, 2545 Darlington Road, Beaver Falls, PA 15010.