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Clytie L. “Maria” Syck Glancy (1945-2026)

Clytie L. “Maria” Syck Glancy, 80, of Brighton Township, formerly of Carrick, passed away on February 13th, 2026 at Heritage Valley Beaver.

She was born in Pittsburgh on May 29th, 1945, a daughter of the late James Wesley and Trilby Bartley Syck. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Debra M. Syck, her grandson, Patrick M. Gallagher, her sister-in-law, Jeanie Eganczyk Syck and her brother-in-law, Tommy L. Glancy. She is survived by her husband, Edward L. Glancy, Jr. of Rochester, her daughters, Tammy M. (Patrick) Gallagher of Coraopolis and Barbara G. (Donald) Morgan of Brighton Township, her brother, Richard (Nancy) Syck of Bushell, Florida, her grandchildren, Edward, Meghanne and Zachary Gallagher and Donald and Sabrina Morgan; as well as her great-grandchildren, Austin Gallagher and Cadence Brooks. She will also be missed as a loving aunt to Melodi Zalus, Christine Teck and Marlene Torbich and loving great-aunt to many nieces and nephews.

Clytie lived in Hazelwood and Carrick before moving to Brighton Township. She was an employee of Allegheny General Hospital who worked in the gift shoppe and the Admissions Department before retiring as a receptionist for Dr. Small in the Dermatology Department. Clytie was a member of St. Norberts Catholic Church of Paoli, Pennsylvania and Full Gospel of Carnegie.

Friends will be received on Wednesday, February 18th, from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. in the Noll Funeral Home, Inc., 333 Third Street, Beaver, who was in charge of her arrangements. Online condolences can be made at nollfuneral.com.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Clytie’s name may be made to Toys for Tots.

To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of Clytie L. “Maria” Syck Glancy, please visit the flower store of the Noll Funeral Home, Inc. by clicking here.

Pennsylvania Small Businesses Expand into Global Markets With Assist from Coupang

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PITTSBURGH–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Feb 17, 2026– Two Pennsylvania businesses are finding new opportunities to expand into overseas markets with help from Coupang, a U.S.-technology and Fortune 150 company that helps American companies export their goods to South Korea, Taiwan and other international markets.

This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20260217520691/en/

Kate’s Real Food, the Pennsylvania-based maker of organic energy, protein, and mini bars, is expanding into South Korea for the first time through a new partnership with Coupang, one of the fastest-growing retailers and U.S. tech companies in the world. The collaboration brings Kate’s natural-ingredient, adventure-ready bars to new consumers in South Korea, where Coupang serves one out of every two Koreans.

Healthy Origins is a family-owned business where two sons are carrying on their father’s proud legacy of promoting holistic well-being. The heart of their operations is in Morgan, Pennsylvania – just outside Pittsburgh – where 24 employees share a passion for creating products that make a difference in everyday lives. Now, after partnering with Coupang, sales of their portfolio of products on the site have increased more than 50% year-over-year, and the company is further expanding by also selling in Taiwan.

Eugene Franklin “Frank” Raybuck (1950-2026)

Eugene Franklin “Frank” Raybuck, 75, of New Sewickley Township, passed away on February 16th, 2026. He was born on December 17th, 1950, a son of the late Lewis and Irene Raybuck. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Susan. He is survived by his wife, Joyce Raybuck, three children: Frank (Denah) Raybuck, Thomas (Alison) Raybuck, and Amy (Bo) Raker, seven grandchildren: Logan, Aidan, Jordan (Hailey), Mia, Lily, Laina, and Samuel; as well as two great-grandchildren, Taytum and Kaci, a sister, Donna Raybuck and two brothers. John (Jean) Raybuck and Jacob (Cindy) Raybuck.

Eugene retired from Hussey Copper, where he worked as a welder and fabricator for 40 years. He was a U.S. Navy veteran who proudly served during the Vietnam War. He was an avid outdoorsman who loved to hunt, fish, camp, and garden. He was a true craftsman who could build just about anything with his hands. Most importantly, he loved Jesus Christ. His faith was his foundation. He found great joy in reading God’s Word and sharing the Gospel with others.

A memorial service at Coolspring Cemetery in Coolspring Township, Pennsylvania will be announced at a later date, where inurnment will take place. Arrangements have been entrusted to the branch of Huntsman Funeral Home and Cremation Services.

New Castle man charged after single-vehicle crash in Chippewa Township

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Chippewa Township, PA) Pennsylvania State Police in Beaver reported via release yesterday that twenty-seven-year-old Kyle Stanley of New Castle was charged after a single-vehicle crash in Chippewa Township on the morning of February 7th, 2026. At 7:40 a.m., Stanley was driving on I-376 West and tried to change lanes as he saw a vehicle that was moving slower. Stanley lost control of his vehicle while he was changing lanes and then hit a guide rail on the road. There were no injuries. 

One bakery in the Bloomfield neighborhood of Pittsburgh among those expected to be busy on “Fat Tuesday”

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Pittsburgh, PA) One Pittsburgh bakery expects today to be one of their busiest days of the year as they roll out both pączki and other treats by the dozen themed around Mardi Gras. Today is an annual day known as Fat Tuesday, which is the day before those who practice the Catholic season of Lent can get their food in before fasting tomorrow on Ash Wednesday and the Fridays during Lent. Paddy Cake Bakery, which is located in the Bloomfield neighborhood of Pittsburgh, sells pączki, a classic Polish baked good that is similar to a donut, as well as other items that will satisfy your sweet tooth. 

Rose M. Laughlin (1957-2026)

Rose M. Laughlin, 68, of Charlotte, North Carolina, formerly of Fairfax, Virginia, passed away on February 14th, 2026, in Charlotte, North Carolina. She was born in Pittsburgh on March 9th, 1957, a daughter of the late Francis J. and Alice E. Wilkinson Laughlin. Her hobbies included traveling and reading. She retired in November of 2015 after 34 years as a deputy chief with the CIA. She is survived by her sister, Linda Laughlin. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her uncle, Charles Laughlin, who served in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives in the 1980’s. There will be no visitation or services. A private burial will take place at Divine Redeemer Cemetery. Arrangements have been entrusted to Corless-Matter Funeral Home and Cremation Services, LLC, 1133 Church Street, Ambridge.

Two-vehicle crash in McKeesport that killed one person under investigation

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(McKeesport, PA) A deadly two-vehicle crash in McKeesport is now under investigation by Allegheny County police. According to police, the collision involved a car with two adults and a minivan carrying two adults and three children. It happened at about 8:50 p.m. on Saturday at the intersection of 28th and Rockwood streets. Police confirm that the passenger in the car was pronounced dead at the hospital. The driver of the car and an adult and a child from the minivan were also taken to hospitals. The name of the person who died has not been released as the investigation into this incident continues. County police note that they are waiting for lab results before referring the case to the Allegheny County District Attorney’s Office for any possible charges. 

Dog of arrestee attacks a cat in Eastvale Borough; police investigating

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Eastvale Borough, PA) Pennsylvania State Police in Beaver reported via release yesterday that they are investigating an incident in which a dog of a person who was arrested attacked a cat in Eastvale Borough. This occurred on the afternoon of January 26th, 2026 at 12:40 p.m. along the 300 block of 4th Avenue East. 

Pirates’ one-year deal with veteran slugger Marcell Ozuna is now official

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Pittsburgh, PA) Veteran slugger Marcell Ozuna officially became a Pittsburgh Pirate yesterday on his one-year deal with the team as the Pirates held their first full-team workout at spring training in Bradenton, Florida. Outfielder Jack Suwinski was designated for assignment by the Pirates that same day to give Ozuna a spot on the Pirates’ roster. A source told MLB.com’s Mark Feinsand that terms of the deal for Ozuna were not announced, but it’s for $12 million and includes a $16 million mutual option for 2027 and a $1.5 million buyout. 

Police investigating drug possession incident in Aliquippa

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Aliquippa, PA) Pennsylvania State Police in Beaver reported via release yesterday that they are investigating a drug possession that occurred on the 200 block of 3rd Avenue in Aliquippa on February 2nd, 2026 at 4:41 p.m. According to police, the operator was found to be in possession of controlled substances during a traffic stop.