A Play It Again Sports store is getting ready to open in Cranberry Township

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Cranberry Township, PA) A Play It Again Sports store will be opening this weekend at 19097 Perry Highway in Cranberry Township. This store will be available for the public to buy apparel for sports. Play It Again Sports has a location in Greensburg, Pennsylvania and one currently in the works for Ross Township by a retailer with 275 stores located in the United States. Aaron and Rebecca Jaynes, who are a local husband and wife, decided to open this new Play It Again Sports store in Cranberry Township because they are the parents of a ten-year-old whose interest was passing in baseball, hockey and lacrosse, which resulted in bills that were substantial from their child switching sports. That got them motivated to open their own store after they shopped at a Play It Again Sports store located in Ohio.

The Community College of Beaver County’s Washington County College Center Offers ADN and PN Programs After Recent Expansion

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Monaca, PA) According to a release from the Community College of Beaver County, CCBC recently announced that the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing has officially approved CCBC’s request to expand its Associate Degree in Nursing program, including both the full traditional ADN and the Practical Nurse to ADN transition track, to its Washington County College Center. A process for both proposal and review occurred in February of 2025 and in August of 2025, this expansion received final approval before this recent expansion got announced. The Community College of Beaver County is ready to welcome its first group of nursing students the site of the CCBC Washington County College Center in McMurray, Pennsylvania beginning in the fall of 2026. Approximately 7 PN to ADN students will be enrolled by the CCBC Washington County College Center this fall and in the spring semester of 2026, additional enrollment of these students are anticipated. According to that same release from the Community College of Beaver County, CCBC is now actively promoting the new program location to residents of Washington, Greene, and
Fayette Counties, and is encouraging interested students to apply now for upcoming terms or register to start general education coursework and f
or more information about the nursing programs at the Washington County College Center or to apply, visit www.ccbcwashington.com/programs or contact the admissions office at 724-480-2222. This past May, the administration of the Community College of Beaver County celebrated the first graduating class from its Washington County College Center. The first Community College of Beaver County Aviation High School graduate and nursing students from the former Pittsburgh Technical College who completed their degree at CCBC were among the graduates of the ffirst graduating class from its Washington County College Center. 71 new students during the spring of 2025 semester were served by the Community College of Beaver County’s Washington County College Center.

AAA: September is Life Insurance Awareness Month

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Pittsburgh, PA) September is Life Insurance Awareness Month, and AAA is providing tips for you to protect yourself and your family for the future. According to Mark Benn, a life insurance sales manager from AAA East Central, “AAA recommends reevaluating your life insurance policy annually. You want to check the amount of coverage, who is covered, and what type of policy is best. By answering these questions, you can properly evaluate all options.” According to a release from AAA East Central, some tips that AAA recommends for assessing the needs of life insurance can be found below:

Other Tips for Assessing Life Insurance Needs

Check work coverage. If an employer offers life insurance, more is often needed to guarantee adequate coverage. Typically, employers provide the minimum amount of coverage – usually one or two times the employee’s yearly salary – while many people use seven times their annual salary as a starting point. Additionally, when changing jobs, employer-provided life insurance does not transfer. One option is an individual policy through a third party so job changes do not impact coverage.

Keep details updated. Make sure personal data like address and contact information are up to date. That way, a life insurance provider can easily notify policyholders of any changes to accounts.

Take the time for what matters most. With a little extra effort, families can be protected with ample life insurance coverage. By taking time to examine policies, consumers can be confident they know how much coverage they should have to safeguard those most important to them.

Vicki Lawrence talks Mama and Palace performance on Beaver County Radio

GREENSBURG — TV star Vicki Lawrence phoned into Beaver County Radio this morning to talk with on-air hosts Scott Tady and Frank Sparks about her Sept. 14 “Two Woman Show” at the Palace Theatre.

Lawrence also discussed her legacy including being a cast member on “The Carol Burnett Show” and the interesting way her hit single “Nights Went Out in Georgia” fell into her lap.

Vicki Lawrence brings her “Two Woman Show” back to the Palace Theatre in Greensburg.

Hear the interview (part one) here:

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Vicki Lawrence interview Part II:

Tickets for her 3 p.m. Palace show are at westmorelandculturaltrust.org. Tickets cost $62-$102. 

BIO:

Multi-talented Vicki Lawrence, is an actress, comedian, and singer known for the many characters she originated on CBS’s “The Carol Burnett Show,” where she appeared from 1967 to 1978, for the entire series run.

One such character, Thelma Harper/Mama, was the central character of the ever popular television situation comedy series “Mama’s Family.” The show still can be seen daily in syndication throughout most of the country and is available as a Time-Life DVD collection. Lawrence spends much of her time on the road with her stage production “Vicki Lawrence and Mama: A Two Woman Show.” She also enjoys speaking to women’s organizations and other great causes, where she shares her life story of fame, activism and her continuing success. All the while she approaches everything with her characteristic sense of humor, reminding us all that  “Life is much too serious to be taken seriously!”

Deluzio, Moylan Reintroduce Bipartisan “Best Price for Our Military Act” to Crack Down on Defense Contractor Price Gouging

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Washington, D.C.) According to a release from Congressman Chris Deluzio’s office, today, House Armed Services Committee members Congressmen Chris Deluzio (D‑PA‑17) and James Moylan (R-Guam) re‑introduced the Best Price for Our Military Act of 2025. This bipartisan bill is designed both to fight against defense contractor price gouging and to protect funds for the public. The language in this bill got included in the version of the Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act. This act is also awaiting consideration by the full House of Representatives. This bill that is updated builds on the original bill from Deluzio and Moylan introduced in 2024, which tried to close a major loophole in the Truth in Negotiations Act by making a requirement for defense contractors to submit cost that is certified and data for pricing before final contract negotiations. According to that same release from Deluzio’s office, some of the key provisions of the Best Price of Our Military Act of 2025 include: tightening the Truth in Negotiations Act, closing the loophole that allows contractors to submit data after contract price is agreed upon, and reinforcing the requirement that transparent cost information be provided quickly to give the Department of Defense negotiation leverage. The Best Price of Our Military Act of 2025 and the version of it in 2025 includes an adjustment of timing to make sure that data for pricing that is submitted is not more than 30 days old. This bill is part of the ongoing efforts by Deluzio to both grow real competition and to fight price gauging across the defense industrial base.

Jack L. Hemer (1944-2025)

Jack L. Hemer, 81, of Cranberry Township, passed away on August 31st, 2025 at UPMC Passavant Hospital of McCandless Township. He was born in Beaver Falls on April 1st, 1944, the son of the late Harry J. and Helen (McClurg) Hemer.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his younger sister, Carol Rodefer. He is survived by the love of his life, his wife Marie (Cercone), his sons and daughters-in-law, Richard and Lona Hemer, Thomas and Heidi Hemer, a bonus son, Rob D’Atri (partner Rachna Rajen) and he was the proudest supportive grandfather of: Tommy Hemer, Nick Hemer, Brooklyn Hemer, Amanda (Ray) Guy, Taylor D’Atri, Austin D’Atri and Lucas D’Atri. He is also survived by his great grandchildren, Piper, Silas and Deklan Guy, his twin sister and her husband, Jacquelyn and John Axtell, his sisters-in-law, Marlene (late John) Admonius and Alisa Schell, his brother-in-law, Bill Schell, along with his nieces, his nephews, his cousins and many close lifelong friends.

Jack lived most of his life in Monaca. He was an honor student and a proud graduate of Monaca High School, Class of 1962. He was an outstanding athlete who held the school record for highest individual scoring in a single varsity men’s basketball game (46 pts) for nearly three decades and attended Wichita State University on a full basketball scholarship. He was a highly successful real estate broker/owner, past president of the Beaver County Association of Realtors and a past recipient of the prestigious Realtor of the Year award which is voted upon by peers in the profession. After selling his business he became a partner at Excel Mortgage Corp until his retirement. His love of sports was a lifelong passion/addiction. If the sport involved a ball, club, bat, stick or puck, you better believe he was watching. He was even known to place one tv on top of another plus have the radio on and be listening to all three. He brought a new meaning to “simulcast”. Not only was he a participant but he also coached his sons and other youngsters in their sporting endeavors and also served as assistant basketball coach at Center Township, now Central Valley High School. He was also a WPIAL basketball and football official for 36 years. He was kind, gentle, caring and humble and unknowingly influenced many others to be better by example.

A visitation will be held on Monday, September 8th from 2-6 p.m. with services immediately following at SIMPSON FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES, 1119 Washington Avenue, Monaca, who was in charge of his arrangements. Private interment will be at Sylvania Hills Memorial Park, 273 PA-68, Rochester in the Hemer Family plot.

The family of Jack would like to extend their heartfelt thanks and gratitude to the Hillman/Cranberry Cancer Center as well as Passavant Hospital/McCandless for unbelievable, incomparable care, and compassion from doctors, nurses and support staff without exception.

Thelma “Tee” A. Mamula (Passed on September 2nd, 2025)

Thelma “Tee” A. Mamula, 92, formerly of Monaca and Vanport, passed away peacefully on September 2nd, 2025, at her daughter Kelli’s home in Butler. She was born in Monaca, a daughter of the late Allen “Doc” and Thelma (Llewellyn) Henry. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Sam Mamula, her daughter, Cindy Johnston, her son, Scott Baker, and her granddaughter, Amanda. She was the last of her immediate family and was also preceded in death by her siblings: Jean (Fred) Johnson, Doris (Ray) Conley, Barbara (Tom) Ely and Ronald (Roberta) Henry. She is survived by her devoted children: David Wayne (Donna) Johnston, Robert Baker, Michael (Bobbie) Baker, and Kelli Jo (Tony) Mason. She was the proud grandmother to Krystle, Brandon, Jay, Angie, Carrie, Tracey, Nicole, and Jacob. Her joy was multiplied sevenfold by her great-grandchildren. In addition to her immediate family, she leaves behind a wide circle of nieces, nephews, and friends. Her memory will be forever held in the hearts of her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, siblings, and a multitude of friends and acquaintances whose lives she touched.

Thelma began her working career as a long-distance telephone operator for Bell Telephone Company and later served the public as a meter maid for the Monaca Parking Authority and at the Beaver County Courthouse in the Recorder of Deeds Office. She concluded her career as an advisor for HAP, retiring in 1999 after years of exemplary service. She was also deeply involved in her community and church. She was a longtime member of the Monaca United Methodist Church, she actively participated in the SMOs (Senior Methodist Organization), the CLIPS class, Methodist Women, and the church choir. Her faith was also expressed through her service as a Sunday School teacher and her participation on the church bowling team. Her desire to give back to her community was evident in her volunteer work with the Crimson Line at the former Beaver County Geriatric Center. She found joy in exercising at the Beaver County YMCA and enjoyed being a member of the Speyer Avenue Card Club.

Thelma’s life will be celebrated with her family on Thursday, September 4th from 2-4 P.M. and 6-8 P.M. at SIMPSON FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES, 1119 Washington Avenue, Monaca, who was in charge of her arrangements, and where services will be held on Friday, September 5th at 11 A.M. with Chaplain Terrance of Grane Hospice officiating. Interment will follow in Sylvania Hills Memorial Park, 273 PA-68, Rochester.

The family would like to thank Grane Hospice for their dedication and compassionate care that they provided Tee.

Those wishing to make a memorial contribution in Thelma’s memory are asked to please consider the DAV (Disabled American Veterans) Organization, (412-395-6241).

Patricia Anna Wivell (1936-2025)

Patricia Anna Wivell, 89, formerly of Ambridge, passed away peacefully on August 26th, 2025 in Livonia, Michigan. She was born in Pittsburgh on April 25th, 1936, a daughter of the late Patrick Kavanagh and Anna (Mildner) Kavanagh. She was also the beloved wife of the late Edward Wivell, with whom she shared 53 loving years of marriage. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by her sister, Kathleen Kavanagh. She is survived by her children, Edward P. (Michelle) Wivell of Stuart, Florida, Mary Ann Wivell (Randy Arndt) of Atlanta, Georgia, and Colleen Wivell (Rob Paine) of Canton, Michigan and six cherished grandchildren: Trace Pierce, Trevor and Derrick Arndt, Bryce, Anna, and Lizzy Paine. She is also survived by her sisters-in-law, Joanne Strasbaugh of Mars, Pennsylvania, and Gertrude Connors of West End in Pittsburgh, as well as many loving nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews.

Patricia was a caring mother, grandmother, and friend who dedicated her life to her family and her Catholic faith. Her gentle spirit, unwavering faith and quiet strength touched those who knew her. For the past four years, Patricia made her home at American House in Westland, Michigan, where she embraced life fully and formed meaningful friendships. She loved participating in the many activities offered, including bingo, music and entertainment nights, rosary and communion services, exercise classes, and even the occasional trip to the local casino. She was deeply loved by the residents and was cared for with great compassion by the staff.

Friends will be received on Saturday, September 6th from 9 A.M.-10:30 A.M. at Saint Luke the Evangelist Church, 725 Glenwood Avenue, Ambridge, followed by a  Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 AM. Interment will follow at Christ Our Redeemer Cemetery (Northside), 204 Cemetery Lane, Pittsburgh, where she will be laid to rest beside her husband.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to EWTN, 5817 Old Leeds Road, Irondale, AL 35210, a cause dear to Patricia’s heart.  Services and arrangements have been entrusted to Alvarez-Hahn Funeral Services and Cremation, LLC, 547 8th Street, Ambridge.

Woman hospitalized after getting rescued from a home in New Brighton that caught fire

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(New Brighton, PA) A fire occurred in a house in New Brighton this morning which caused an unidentified woman to get flown to a hospital after she was rescued from that home. According to officials, the fire that occurred on Route 68 started in the center of the house this morning. Crews told WTAE that they were able to knock down flames fast and rescued the woman inside. It is unknown at this time what the condition of the woman who got injured in this fire is, but fire officials confirm that on the scene, CPR was performed on the woman before she was flown to the hospital. The investigation into this New Brighton house fire is being investigated by the Pennsylvania state fire marshal.

Glenn David Revelant (1955-2025)

Glenn David Revelant, 69, of Vanport, passed away on August 31st, 2025 at his residence. He was born in New Brighton on September 19th, 1955, a son of the late Nicholas Andrew and Myrtle Grace Avery Revelant. He is survived by his two sons, David Revelant and Jason Revelant, his brother, Daniel (Tammie) Revelant, his sister, Barbara (Gary) Gwin-Gleason, five grandchildren: Jayden Revelant, Rosella Laughlin, Bryce Revelant, Cayden Butler, and Beau Butler along with many nieces and nephews.

Glenn found solace in the world of television, specifically becoming an avid fan of the classic show, M*A*S*H*. In accordance with Glenn’s wishes, all services were private. Professional services and arrangements were entrusted to CORLESS-MATTER FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, LLC, 1133 Church Street, Ambridge. Interment will be private at Sylvania Hills Memorial Park, 273 PA-68, Rochester.