Author: Beaver County Radio

Steelers, Giant Eagle Partner to Provide Free Lunches for Students at City of Pittsburgh Rec Centers When Schools are Closed

(File Photo of the Pittsburgh Steelers Logo)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Pittsburgh, PA) The Pittsburgh Steelers announced today that they are partnering with Giant Eagle to provide free lunches for students who are attending the City of Pittsburgh’s 10 CitiParks Recreation Centers on select days when Pittsburgh Public Schools are closed or dismiss early for these students to have access to lunch.

The City of Pittsburgh Recreation Centers are extending hours and offering more
programming to ensure a supportive and safe environment for students while schools are closed.

Ambridge Borough to “flip the switch” on new rooftop solar system installed with help from PA Solar Center, RiverWise, and New Sun Rising

(File Photo of the Borough of Ambridge Logo)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Ambridge, PA) State Representative Rob Matzie and other community leaders will be at 600 Eleventh Street in Ambridge on Thursday, November 5th from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. to flip the switch on Ambridge Borough’s new rooftop solar system.

This was facilitated through the Rural Innovation through Solar Empowerment (RISE) project, which was in partnership between the nonprofits New Sun Rising, RiverWise, and The PA Solar Center to accelerate solar adoption in communities that are throughout Beaver County.

The RISE Project started as a two-year initiative which was funded by the U.S. Department of Energy’s Energizing Rural Communities Prize.

The solar installation for Ambridge Borough is the second initiative that is from The RISE Project to come online, and the first was the interactive solar demonstration system at Neighborhood North: Museum of Play in Beaver Falls that became active this past July.

EIS Solar installed the solar system for Ambridge, and this was paid for in part by an Environmental Mitigation Community Fund grant.

EIS Solar also estimated that the solar array will save taxpayers in Ambridge about $509,000 over the next 25 years.

New Brighton Legion Spaghetti Dinner: 11/04/26

The New Brighton American Legion Post 19 is hosting a monthly spaghetti dinner through December. The dinners will be held on the first Wednesday of every month, serving from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Each dinner is priced at $10.00. The meal includes spaghetti and meatballs, a fresh salad, and a roll. The event is located at 415 Thirteenth Street, New Brighton, PA 15066.

LIHEAP Opens Today: Peoples Customers Can Apply for Up to $1,000 Toward Gas Bills

(Credit for Photo: Photo Provided with Release Courtesy of People’s Natural Gas)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Pittsburgh, PA) Applications open today for Pennsylvania’s Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), and Peoples Natural Gas is encouraging customers that are income-eligible to apply.

LIHEAP is a federally funded program that provides grants that range from $200 to $1,000 to pay heating bills, depending on household size and income.

The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) sends the grant directly to Peoples Natural Gas, where it is credited to the account of the customer.

According to a release from Peoples Natural Gas, here is the 2026-2027 LIHEAP/Crisis Eligibility Guidelines:

2026-27 LIHEAP/Crisis Eligibility Guidelines
Family Size Month Year
1 $1,995 $23,940
2 $2,705 $32,460
3 $3,415 $40,980
4 $4,125 $49,500
5 $4,835 $58,020
6 $5,545 $66,540
7 $6,255 $75,060
8 $6,965 $83,580
For each person, add: $710 $8,520

Customers can visit the website of Peoples-Gas.com/LIHEAP by clicking here, call 1-866-857-7095, which is the LIHEAP hotline, or contact their local county assistance office for more information.

After customers apply, they can follow their status at trackmybenefits.pa.gov (click here.)

Tiger Trot offers fun and exercise in Beaver Falls

BEAVER FALLS — The 12th annual “Tiger Trot” takes place this Saturday, Nov. 7 at Beaver Falls High School.

A fundraiser for the Big Beaver Falls Education Foundation, everyone’s welcome to take part in the event’s 5k Race, 1.5-Mile Fun Walk or the brand-new Tiger Cub .05k for kids ages 10 and younger.

Registration link is here: Big Beaver Falls Education Foundation “Tiger Trot” or by visiting BBFEF.org.

Race Day Registration starts at 8:30 a.m. and continues until 9:45 a.m.

The Big Beaver Falls Education Foundation supports students, strengthening the community, and investing in the future of Beaver Falls. “Together, we’re creating opportunities that inspire the next generation to learn, grow, and succeed,” the foundation says.

Mary Susan Taglieri (1946-2026)

Mary Susan Taglieri, 80, of Canonsburg, formerly of New Brighton, passed away on October 29, 2026, at UPMC Washington.

She was born in Beaver Falls on March 21st, 1946, the daughter of the late Telesfor and Wanda (Mujwit) Narkiewicz.

Mary was a lifelong member of Our Lady of the Valley Parish and Holy Family Church in New Brighton. She found comfort and strength in her Catholic faith. She was also a member of the Catholic Daughters of the Americas (CD of A), where she shared in fellowship and service with others. She was a proud graduate of Geneva College, earning her degree in Psychology in 1968. She went on to dedicate her career to helping others as a social worker at the former Friendship Ridge, where her compassion and caring nature made a difference in the lives of those she served.

In her free time, she enjoyed getting lost in a good book and making trips to the casino. She especially loved visiting the beautiful Outer Banks of North Carolina, a place that held a special place in her heart. Above all else, Mary’s greatest joy was her family. She treasured every moment spent with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, who brought her immeasurable happiness and pride. The love she had for them was at the center of her life, and the memories they shared will be cherished always.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Gordon C. Taglieri.

She is survived by two daughters, Denise (Curtis) Cleveland of Pittsburgh, Julie (Joe) Smiley of Washington, Pennsylvania, her grandchildren, Hanna (Zachary) Wesolowski, Brett (Gabrielle) Smiley and Mason Cleveland, her great grandchildren, Cole and Baker Wesolowski and Carter Smiley, a brother, Joseph (Sally) Narkiewicz, of Florida, Ann Ellenich of Hopewell and her niece, Jennifer Ellenich.

A private family visitation will be held for Mary.

However, friends are asked to join her family for a Mass of Christian burial on Monday, November 2nd at 11 a.m. at Holy Family Church, 512 7th Avenue, New Brighton.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the J&J Spratt Funeral Home, Inc., 1612 Third Avenue, New Brighton.

Mary will be laid to rest with her late husband, Gordon C. Taglieri in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, 1158 Morgan Road, Bridgeville.

Memorial contributions may be made in her name to Our Lady of the Valley Parish, Holy Family Church, 512 7th Avenue, New Brighton, PA 15066.

To send flowers with our preferred florist or plant a memorial tree, please visit the flower store of the J&J Spratt Funeral Home, Inc. by clicking here.

Vehicle crashes into concrete barriers of closed bridge in Lawrence County; two people injured

(File Photo of a Pennsylvania State Police Trooper Car)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Lawrence County, PA) Pennsylvania State Police in New Castle reported yesterday that two people were injured after a single-vehicle crash occurred in Lawrence County on Thursday.

Eighty-one-year-old Thomas Wigton of Ellwood City was driving south on River Road in Wayne Township at 2:33 p.m.

According to police, Wigton took a slight right turn onto a closed road blocked off by concrete barriers and impacted them with the front of the vehicle.

There was also a sign that indicated “Bridge Closed Ahead” on the right shoulder of the road.

Wigton was charged by police and he and his passenger suffered suspected minor injuries as a result of this crash.

However, they refused transportation to UPMC Jameson Hospital. 

Richard Kulbacki, Jr. (1946-2026)

Richard Kulbacki, Jr., 80, of Bell Acres, passed away on October 29th, 2026, at home, with his loving wife by his side.

He was born in Sewickley on July 19th, 1946, a son of the late Richard, Sr. and Thelma (Blough) Kulbacki.

Richard was involved with these organizations: Big Sewickley Creek Fire Department and Big Sewickley Creek Water Shed, the Quaker Valley Football Boosters, the American Red Cross and Ham Radio. He was also a huge Jimmy Buffett fan!

He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Lois (Tetlus) Kulbacki, four children: Joyce (Keith) Koval, Richard R. Kulbacki III (Cindy), David Kulbacki and David (Jen) Gross, as well as six grandchildren: John Koval, Richard (Rob) IV, Nathaniel and Macie Kulbacki, Vincent and Sloane Gross; along with a brother, Charles (Janine) Kulbacki.

Richard’s wishes were to be cremated, so no services are being planned.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the John Syka Funeral Home, Inc., 833 Kennedy Drive, Ambridge.

Monetary donations, in Richard’s name, are suggested to: Big Sewickley Creek Fire Department, 1850 Big Sewickley Creek Road, Sewickley, PA 15143.

Penguins center Sidney Crosby breaks NHL record for most assists recorded with one NHL franchise

(File Photo: Source for Photo: Pittsburgh Penguins’ Sidney Crosby looks on during a break in Game 6 in the first round of the NHL hockey Stanley Cup playoffs series, April 29, 2026, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum, File)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Pittsburgh, PA) Pittsburgh Penguins center Sidney Crosby broke an NHL record for the most assists recorded with one NHL franchise.

Crosby’s assist on defenseman Erik Karlsson’s power play goal in the first period of the Penguins’ game on Saturday against the Montreal Canadiens in Montreal gave him 1,112 assists recorded while playing for the Penguins.

Crosby got one more assist later in the game, which gives him 1,113 for his career.

He passed former Boston Bruins defenseman Ray Bourque to get this record, and Bourque recorded 1,111 assists while playing for the Bruins. 

Darlene Gillespie Kermiet (1952-2026)

Darlene Gillespie Kermiet (“Dizz”), 74, of Leland, North Carolina, formerly of Brighton Township, passed away on October 26th, 2026. She was born in Rochester on July 20th, 1952, the daughter of the late Harry and Dorothy (Werner) Gillespie.

Darlene had been employed in the medical field in different capacities. She was a member of Vanport Presbyterian Church, where she had served as an Elder.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving husband of 37 years, Paul Kermiet.

She is survived by her daughter, Tara Kermiet, and son-in-law, Jae Kim, his sister and brother-in-law, Cindy and Bob Whittingham, his sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Penny and John Cline, two nephews, Stephen (Abbie) Whittingham and Bryce (Natalie) Whittingham and their families; two nieces, Renee (Chris) Carnahan and Leanne Cline and their families; and stepdaughter, Christine Moye (John Pamer) and her family.

Friends will be received on Monday, November 2nd 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. A service will be held on Tuesday, November 3rd at 11 a.m. at Vanport Presbyterian Church, 289 Georgetown Lane, Beaver.

The Funeral Service will be available to livestream on Tuesday morning at the following link : https://youtube.com/@streamingvanport?si=ZWJ51YhyTyZ2NwPc.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Darlene’s name may be made to Vanport Presbyterian Church, 289 Georgetown Lane, Beaver, PA 15009.

To send flowers with our preferred florist or plant a memorial tree, please visit the flower store of the Noll Funeral Home, Inc. by clicking here.