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East Liverpool man arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol in Beaver County

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Beaver County, PA) Pennsylvania State Police in Beaver reported today that a twenty-one-year-old man from East Liverpool, Ohio was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol in Beaver County yesterday.

Police were dispatched to Silver Slipper Road in Greene Township at 4:25 a.m. because of a vehicle in the middle of the road.

The operator of that vehicle was determined to be under the influence after an investigation occurred. 

Pope Leo XIV diagnosed with lung cancer after surgery to remove part of right lung

(File Photo: Source for Photo: Pope Leo XIV arrives at the Agostino Gemelli Polyclinic in Rome on Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2026, where doctors expect to remove a lung nodule. (AP Photo/Alessandra Tarantino)

ROME (AP) — Pope Leo XIV underwent surgery Tuesday that confirmed he has lung cancer and doctors removed the lower lobe of his right lung, the Vatican said.

Tests confirmed a diagnosis of lung adenocarcinoma, the Vatican said in a medical bulletin after the surgery. It said the diagnosis had been suspected by preoperative tests and was confirmed during surgery.

The statement made no mention of treatment going forward, and the Vatican said doctors were not currently speaking of chemotherapy or other therapies pending the results of other tests. The Vatican press office noted the medical statement spoke of the “radical” removal of the lobe as an indication that doctors removed all suspect tissue in hopes of removing any lingering traces of the cancer.

Leo’s lymph nodes also would have been removed and tested, to determine if the cancer had spread, and there was no word yet on those test results.

“Adenocarcinoma is the most common (type of lung cancer), also with the most favorable prognosis,” said Dr. Stephen Liu, a lung cancer expert at Georgetown’s Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center. “While we know the diagnosis we now need to know the stage.”

“We now need to know how big it is, how many spots in the lung are involved. Is it just one nodule, or more than one, and the lymph nodes, are they cancerous?” Liu said.

If the cancer has spread, more tests will be needed to determine what kind of therapy to pursue, he said. Options include chemotherapy, a combination of chemotherapy and immunotherapy or targeted therapy, which involves oral pills for specific cancers.

Teuvo Teravainen helps the Blackhawks beat the Penguins 5-3 in Connor Bedard’s season debut

(File Photo: Source for Photo: Chicago Blackhawks right wing Roman Kantserov (80) celebrates his second goal of the night with teammates during the second period of an NHL hockey game against the Pittsburgh Penguins, Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2026, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Harry Figiel))

CHICAGO (AP) — Teuvo Teravainen and Roman Kantserov scored two goals apiece, and the Chicago Blackhawks topped the Pittsburgh Penguins 5-3 on Tuesday night in Connor Bedard’s first game of the season.

Spencer Knight made 24 saves as Chicago improved to 1-1 on a seven-game homestand. Patrick Kane picked up his 894th career assist, matching Phil Housley for the most by a U.S.-born player in NHL history.

Bedard also had an assist. The captain had surgery on his left shoulder on July 8.

Sidney Crosby scored his first two goals of the season for Pittsburgh in the opener of a four-game trip. Nick Robertson also scored, and Sergei Murashov made 15 stops.

Crosby tied it at 3-all when he swept in a rebound with 10:43 left. It was his 656th career goal, tying Brendan Shanahan for 14th on the NHL list.

But Teravainen scored from a tough angle with 4:18 remaining, and Tyler Bertuzzi closed it out with an empty-netter in the final seconds.

Chicago jumped in front 28 seconds into the game. Pittsburgh turned the puck over behind its net and Anton Frondell fed Teravainen in the low slot for his first goal of the season.

After Crosby tied it for the Penguins, the Blackhawks finished a pretty passing sequence with their second power-play goal of the season. Bedard played the puck into the middle to Kantserov, who beat Murashov with a one-timer with 2:10 left in the first.

Kantserov scored again 10:32 into the second, tipping home a pass from Artyom Levshunov. The 22-year-old rookie scored his first career goal during Saturday night’s 5-2 loss to Carolina.

Pittsburgh closed to 3-2 on Robertson’s fourth goal of the season. A streaking Robertson knocked in a loose puck with 2:09 left in the second.

The Blackhawks played without forward Frank Nazar, who finished his two-game suspension for an illegal check against the New York Islanders on Thursday night.

Up next

Penguins: At Colorado on Friday night.

Blackhawks: Host Winnipeg on Thursday night.

Veronica “Ronie” L. Giesy (1958-2026)

Veronica “Ronie” L. Giesy, 68, of the Northside of Pittsburgh, passed away on October 11th, 2026. She was born on January 2nd, 1958, a daughter of the late Edward and Helen Wasko.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her siblings, Michelle Peasner, Edward Wasko, and Richard Wasko.

She is survived by her children, Shannon (Jason) Simms, Erin (Richard) Stark, and Christopher (Stephanie) Giesy, her siblings, Cynthia Fox, Annette Kumpfmiller, and James Purvis, her grandchildren: Tyler and Jason Simms, Kenneth Terlecki Jr., Richard Kostyzak III, and Evelyn Kostyzak, with another grandchild on the way, numerous nieces and nephews and her special friend, Jesse Gable.

Veronica was a free spirit who enjoyed spending time socializing with family and friends. She was a friend to many and was known for her big heart and genuine care for others. She cherished her children and grandchildren above all. She was a hard worker who appreciated the outdoors and found joy in nature and had a fascination with the supernatural.

In accordance with Veronica’s wishes, services will be private.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Alvarez-Hahn Funeral Services and Cremation, LLC, 547 8th Street, Ambridge.

Patricia M. Welsh (1940-2026)

Patricia M. Welsh, 86, of Daugherty Township, passed away on October 10th, 2026.

She was born in Beaver Falls on February 2nd, 1940, the daughter of the late Emil and Mary (Terek) Slovak. Patricia was a loving and devoted woman whose life was filled with family, cherished memories, and the simple joys that made each day special. She will be remembered for her kind heart, the love she shared with those around her, and the special place she held in the hearts of her family. Throughout her working years, she served as a secretary for Strayer Coin Bag and also worked for the Rochester Sewer Authority. She took pride in her work and in the life, she built along the way.

She enjoyed many hobbies and interests that brought her happiness. She was a devoted Pittsburgh Steelers fan who loved cheering on her favorite team. She enjoyed collecting ceramic angels, playing cards, sewing, and camping, creating many wonderful memories through the activities she loved. Above all else, her greatest joy was her family. Her grandchildren and great-grandchildren were the light of her life, and she treasured every moment spent with them. The love she had for them was immeasurable, and the memories they shared will remain a lasting part of her legacy. She was Baptist by faith.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a son, Ray Welsh and a great granddaughter, Faith.

Patricia is survived by her loving husband of 68 years, Raymond Welsh, her brother, Ron Slovak of New Stanton, Pennsylvania, three sons, Ron (Donna) Welsh of Apollo Beach, Florida, Carey Welsh of Chippewa Township, Craig Welsh of Pittsburgh, her daughter-in-law, Lydia Welsh, four grandchildren: Mike (Beth) Welsh, Raeann (Lindsey) Varner, Bobbie Sue (Luke) Freed, Rebecca (Matthew) Mangold; as well as her great grandchildren: Alexis, Trisha, Hannah, Lindsay, Bella, Sarah, Danni, and Daniel.

All services will be private for Patricia. Arrangements have been entrusted to the J&J Spratt Funeral Home, Inc., 1612 Third Avneue, New Brighton.

The family of Patricia would like to thank all the nurses and aides at Providence Health and Rehab Center 3rd floor Dementia Unit, for their loving care over the years.

Robinson Township store sells jackpot-winning Pennsylvania Lottery ticket

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Robinson Township, PA) A store in Robinson Township recently sold a jackpot-winning Pennsylvania Lottery ticket worth $350,000.

The Pennsylvania Lottery announced today that a Cash 5 with Quick Cash ticket that matched all five balls drawn on Sunday was sold at the Market District Giant Eagle on 100 Settlers Ridge Road.

The store will receive a bonus of $500 for selling the winning ticket.

The numbers on the balls that were matched were 2, 10, 16, 22, and 31.

A main Cash 5 game prize must be claimed within one year of the date of the drawing.

Any prizes that are won on any Quick Cash game must be claimed within one year of the date of purchase.

Anyone that is holding a jackpot-winning Cash 5 with Quick Cash ticket should contact their closest Pennsylvania Lottery office for further instructions or call the phone number of 1-800-692-7481.

Pope Leo XIV undergoes surgery to remove lung nodule at Rome’s Gemelli hospital

(File Photo: Source for Photo: Medical Director Andrea Cambieri, right, greets Pope Leo XIV as he arrives at the Agostino Gemelli Polyclinic in Rome on Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2026, where doctors expect to operate to remove a lung nodule. (AP Photo/Gregorio Borgia)

ROME (AP) — Pope Leo XIV underwent surgery Tuesday to remove a lung nodule, officials said, an operation that should determine whether the lesion is malignant and if other treatment is needed.

After a quick drive from the Vatican, Leo walked into Rome’s Gemelli hospital through the main entrance and waved to dozens of well-wishers who had gathered to greet him. The Vatican said the surgery would be performed by a team led by Gemelli’s chief thoracic surgeon, Dr. Stefano Margaritora.

The surgery got under way as medical staff recited the Rosary prayer in the hospital chapel Tuesday evening, according to two people familiar with the plans who spoke on condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to speak publicly.

“Let us join together in prayer, asking the Lord to sustain our bishop, Pope Leo, and to comfort all those who are hospitalized here,” said the Vicar of Rome, Cardinal Baldassare Reina, at the start of the prayer.

The 71-year-old American pontiff has offered a rare level of transparency about the first publicly disclosed major health problem of his 17-month papacy. He revealed the discovery of the small, localized nodule during his Sunday noon prayer and announced that he would have it removed.

Oncologists say even if the nodule turns out to be cancerous, Leo’s prognosis is “excellent” since it will have been removed at an early stage.

The surgery, which is usually performed under general anesthesia, will require a weeklong hospital stay and the Vatican on Monday canceled all Leo’s audiences through Oct. 20.

“These are things that can be treated very well, if the words he used reflect the clinical situation,” said Dr. Lorenzo Spaggiari, director of thoracic surgery at the European Institute of Oncology, or EIO, in Milan, who is not involved in the pope’s care but knows the team at Gemelli.

But the decision clearly came as a surprise: While Gemelli has a specific papal apartment that past popes have used, complete with a private chapel on the 10th floor, Leo will actually be staying in a nearby room since the papal apartment is currently undergoing renovations, according to the Vatican press office.

Chris Deluzio and Tony Guy face off in televised debate to compete for your vote in the 17th Congressional District

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Beaver County, PA) Democratic Congressman Chris Deluzio and Republican challenger Tony Guy will compete for the support of voters during a televised debate on KDKA+ tonight at 8 p.m.

The debate is an hour long and it will give voters in the 17th Congressional District, which covers Beaver County and part of Allegheny County, a chance to hear from both Deluzio and Guy before Election Day occurs on November 3rd so they can select who should represent them in that district.

Deluzio is currently serving his second term in the 17th Congressional District and he is an Iraq War veteran who was first elected in 2022.

Deluzio ran unopposed in the Democratic primary election.

Guy has served as the Beaver County sheriff since 2016 and he defeated business owner Jesse James Vodvarka to secure the nomination for the Republican party.

Guy spent 26 years with the Pennsylvania State Police before he was elected as the county sheriff.

The debate will be moderated by KDKA-TV’s Ken Rice.

Sixth measles associated death reported in Pennsylvania

(File Photo: Source for Photo: FILE – This undated image made available by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Feb. 4, 2015, shows an electron microscope image of a measles virus particle. (Cynthia Goldsmith/Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, via AP, File)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Chambersburg, PA) A sixth death related to measles has now been recorded in Pennsylvania. 

A 39-year-old woman died on Saturday in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania, after a past diagnosis of measles.  

This death meets the criteria that is established by the Pennsylvania Department of Health for a measles-associated fatality, which marks the first such death in Franklin County in many years. 

This loss comes as the United States is enduring its highest annual number of measles cases and related complications since the year 1991. 

Steelers bring back veteran linebacker Elandon Roberts; sign him to practice squad

(File Photo: Source for Photo: Las Vegas Raiders linebacker Elandon Roberts celebrates a defensive stop against the Dallas Cowboys during the first half of an NFL football game, Nov. 17, 2025, in Las Vegas. (AP Photo/David Becker, File))

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Pittsburgh, PA) The Pittsburgh Steelers recently signed veteran linebacker Elandon Roberts to the team’s practice squad. 

Roberts returns to the Steelers after playing with the team in 2023 and 2024. 

He was signed by the Steelers during the team’s 2026 preseason, but he was released on the final cutdown of the team’s roster. 

Roberts spent the 2025-2026 NFL season playing for the Las Vegas Raiders. 

He started 16 of the 17 games that he appeared in for the Raiders and finished the season with 90 tackles, and six of them were tackles for loss. 

Roberts also has chemistry with Steelers defensive coordinator Patrick Graham, who was the Raiders’ defensive coordinator during the 2025-2026 NFL season.