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Elinor G. (Babcock) Taylor (1926-2026)

Elinor G. (Babcock) Taylor, 99, of Moon Township, passed away on March 22nd, 2026 in her home. She was born in Malden, Massachusetts on May 23rd, 1926, the daughter of the late Newell & Greta (Bishop) Babcock. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, John H. Taylor, and a son, Gary Taylor. She is survived by her three daughters, Gayle Taylor of New York, Glenda Lamb of Moon Township, Stacey Atkinson (James) of Moon Township and her grandchildren: Lindsay Lamb, Lauren Lamb, Carolynn Lamb, and Ryan Kelly; along with several other grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Elinor lived a full and beautiful life, filled with joy, always surrounded by family, and known for being a loving and supportive presence to those she held dear. She was married for 75 years to her devoted husband, John H, Taylor. She loved animals, especially dogs, and was an avid card player who particularly enjoyed bridge. She cherished time spent with her family and found great happiness in vacationing together.

A memorial for Elinor will take place on Tuesday, March 31st at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, 1158 Morgan Road, Bridgeville.

In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to the Beaver County Humane Society, 3394 Brodhead Road, Aliquippa.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the branch of Huntsman Funeral Home and Cremation Services.

James Junior Elliott (1939-2026)

James Junior Elliott, 87, of Center Township, passed away on March 22nd, 2026, at Good Samaritan Hospice House in Wexford. He was born on January 13th, 1939, the son of the late James Elliott. He is survived by his sister, Mildred Elliott.

James attended Beaver County Rehabilitation Center and was a beloved figure known for his magnetic personality and sweet tooth for peppermint patties. He found joy in the simple pleasures of life. His love for shopping and dining out was matched only by his enthusiasm for music. A graveside service will be held on Friday, March 27th at 2 p.m., at the Clinton Cemetery, 1171 Old Route 18, Wampum. We would like to extend a special thank you to HAP LLC for the care that they provided for James. Professional Services and arrangements were entrusted to CORLESS-KUNSELMAN FUNERAL SERVICES, LLC 3801 4th Avenue, Beaver Falls.

Thomas R. Miller, Sr. (1932-2026)

Thomas R. Miller, Sr., 94, of Conway Borough, passed away peacefully on March 22nd, 2026, at Concordia at Villa St. Joseph in Baden. He was born in Ambridge on January 25th, 1932, the son of the late Chester and Ann Miller. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Joan M. (Sinovic) Miller. He is survived by his son, Thomas Miller, Jr., his grandson, Matthew, his granddaughters, Caitlin and Ashley, his daughter, Cynthia “Cindy” Engelman, his grandson, Shawn and his wife, Stephanie, his great-grandchildren, Sophia, Sarah, and one on the way.

Thomas enjoyed attending and watching sporting events and spending time in his garden. His favorite pastime was spending time with his family.

In accordance with his wishes, he will be cremated and no services are being planned.

The GABAUER-LUTTON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., Chippewa Township, 117 Blackhawk Road, Beaver Falls, was honored to provide care and guidance to Thomas’ family, and was the funeral home that was in charge of his arrangements.

Upper St. Clair woman charged after two-vehicle crash occurs in Robinson Township

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Robinson Township, PA) Pennsylvania State Police in Pittsburgh reported via release yesterday that forty-four-year-old Maxine Neiberg of Upper St. Clair was charged after a two-vehicle crash occurred in Robinson Township on April 11th, 2023. Neiberg was driving in the right lane of I-376 East near the Robinson Township exit 22 at 1:59 p.m. and unsafely merged into the left lane. Neiberg hit the passenger side tire area of the vehicle of twenty-four-year-old Charles Griffy IV of McKees Rocks, who was driving in the left lane. The vehicle of Griffy hit a concrete barrier when it was hit. There were no injuries. 

Maryland man charged after single-vehicle crash occurs in Beaver County

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Beaver County, PA) Pennsylvania State Police in Beaver reported via release today that forty-year-old Donald West of Columbia, Maryland was charged after a single-vehicle crash occurred in Beaver County on Saturday. West was traveling north on State Route 168 in Hanover Township at 3:25 p.m. and he stated that his vehicle began pulling to the right. He tried to call for a tow and he hit a fire hydrant. There were no reported injuries on the scene of this crash and West refused transportation. 

Senate Democratic Leader Jay Costa Celebrates Passage of House Minimum Wage Bill, Calls for Swift Movement in Senate

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Harrisburg, PA) Senate Democratic Leader Jay Costa offered the following statement yesterday on the final passage of House Bill 2189: 

“The PA House of Representatives today passed a minimum wage bill that, in one swift motion, champions working families, economic development, and affordability by sending HB 2189 to the Senate. Raising PA’s minimum wage to $15/hour is a top priority for Senate Democrats as we fight for an economy that works for every Pennsylvanian, and we are grateful to have allies in Governor Shapiro and House Democrats in this critical mission. We call on our Senate Republican colleagues to bring up this bill for a vote in the Senate as soon as possible. Senate Democrats are ready to vote this bill up right now, so only one question remains: Where do Senate Republicans stand on supporting Pennsylvania’s hard-working families?”

Man from Aliquippa arrested for DUI of alcohol in Aliquippa

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Aliquippa, PA) Pennsylvania State Police in Beaver reported via release today that twenty-one-year-old Nikolas McKindley of Aliquippa was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol in Aliquippa on Saturday. McKindley was arrested by police on the 900 block of Franklin Avenue at 2:30 a.m., and charges were filed against him.  

New Brighton man harasses Beaver Falls woman in Chippewa Township

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Chippewa Township, PA) Pennsylvania State Police in Beaver reported via release today that an incident of harassment occurred in Chippewa Township on Saturday. This occurred on I-376 West and thirty-four-year-old Abelardo Castaneda of New Brighton harassed an unidentified thirty-eight-year-old woman from Beaver Falls at 12:11 a.m. A harassment citation was issued as a result of this incident. 

Wife of former anesthesiologist at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center testifies against him after he allegedly tried to kill her by pushing her off a cliff during a hike in Hawaii

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Honolulu, HI) Arielle Konig took the stand yesterday to testify against her husband, anesthesiologist Gerhardt Konig, exactly one year after he allegedly tried to kill her by pushing her off a cliff during a hike in Hawaii. She testified that he attempted to stab her with a syringe and, when that failed, she said he repeatedly bashed her head with a rock. Prosecutors are accusing the doctor of trying to kill Arielle Konig after she refused to take a selfie near the edge of a cliff along the Pali Puka trail on the Hawaiian island of Oahu. This incident occurred on March 24th, 2025. According to a petition that Arielle Konig filed last year requesting a temporary restraining order, the couple was on a trip celebrating her birthday. The Associated Press confirms that she filed for divorce in May of 2025. Gerhardt Konig, who worked with the Anesthesia Medical Group in Hawaii and was previously an anesthesiologist at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, is charged with second-degree attempted murder. He faces life in prison if he’s convicted. 

New Castle man charged for DUI and unsafe driving after single-vehicle crash in Lawrence County

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Lawrence County, PA) Pennsylvania State Police in New Castle reported via release yesterday that thirty-four-year-old Joshua Pitts of New Castle was charged after a single-vehicle crash occurred in Lawrence County on February 14th, 2026. Pitts was driving on State Route 18 in North Beaver Township at 7:20 p.m. and police units were advised of an erratic driver that was going fast before this crash occurred. An investigation determined that Pitts hit an embankment and then ultimately hit a tree with his vehicle. He was charged with driving under the influence and unsafe driving after indicators of impairment were observed. He was transported to UPMC Jameson Hospital for medical care after he was found at a residence where we went to get help for extensive facial injuries that he suffered as a result of this crash.