Author: Beaver County Radio

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.

Police investigating sexual assault in Ohioville Borough

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Ohioville Borough, PA) Pennsylvania State Police in Beaver reported via release yesterday that the state police and the PSP crime unit is investigating an incident in which an unknown suspect sexually assaulted an unknown victim in Ohioville Borough. This occurred on February 11th, 2026.

Oscar Mayer Weinermobile returning to the Pittsburgh area

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Pittsburgh, PA) The Oscar Meyer Wienermobile is returning to the Pittsburgh area and it will make appearances across the region from February 19th to February 22nd. You can catch Oscar Mayer’s hot dog vehicle at these locations: 

Friday, February 20th – Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh 

10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. | 310 Children’s Way, Pittsburgh, PA 

Saturday, February 21st – Butler “CARVED IN ICE” Winter Festival 

11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. | 345 South Main Street, Butler, Pennsylvania 16001 

Sunday, February 22nd – Winter Wine Festival 

12:00 p.m. –4:00 p.m. |528 Trax Rd, Finleyville, PA

Police investigating suspected child abuse in Midland Borough

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Midland Borough, PA) Pennsylvania State Police in Beaver reported via release yesterday that their Criminal Investigations unit received a report of suspected child abuse in Midland Borough. This incident happened on February 11th, 2026 and the investigation into it is ongoing.