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New Brighton’s Townsend Park hosting the free Come On, Barbie, Let’s Go Party! Movie Night

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(New Brighton, PA) The City of New Brighton is having an event for the public with a free movie night at Townssend Park in New Brighton this Saturday, August 9th starting at 7 P.M. The movie that will be shown at sundown that night will be The Barbie Movie at the Come On, Barbie, Let’s Go Party! Movie Night. Guests are invited to wear pink attire and bring blankets, chairs and pillows to sit comfortably. There will be vendors, opportunities for photos, a Barbie coloring station, games and activities for the whole family. Water and popcorn are complementary.  

Aliquippa woman arrested for causing a single-vehicle crash in Hopewell Township

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Hopewell Township, PA) Pennsylvania State Police in Beaver report that a woman from Aliquippa was arrested for causing a single-vehicle crash on I-376 West and Green Garden Road in Hopewell Township on Friday. Forty-three-year-old Natasha Ryan was found by police at that location after Pennsylvania State Police responded to a crash involving Ryan. According to police, Ryan was arrested for driving under the influence and her charges are pending.

Man from Georgetown, Pennsylvania arrested for causing a single-vehicle crash in Greene Township

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Greene Township, PA) Pennsylvania State Police in Beaver report that a man from Georgetown, Pennsylvania was arrested for causing a single-vehicle crash in Greene Township on Friday. Twenty-six-year-old Cody Sargent hit a utility pole on 1530 State Route 168 after losing control of his vehicle. Sargent went to the right side of the road after crossing over the solid white fog line before hitting the pole. Sargent went too fast on that road uphill going north. Sargent also did not want to get medical treatment from EMS after the crash. According to police, Sargent was subsequently arrested for driving under the influence of an alcoholic substance and his charges are pending. 

Aliquippa man arrested for driving under the influence of drugs on the 1200 block of Davidson Street in Aliquippa

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Aliquippa, PA) Pennsylvania State Police in Beaver report that a man from Aliquippa was arrested for driving under the influence of drugs in Aliquippa on Friday. Twenty-six-year-old Canard Tates was stopped by police during a traffic stop on the 1200 block of Davidson Street. According to police, Tates was arrested for driving under the influence during the stop. 

Butler woman arrested for possessing drugs in Aliquippa

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Aliquippa, PA) Pennsylvania State Police in Beaver report that a woman from Butler was arrested for possessing drugs in Aliquippa on Friday. Forty-six-year-old Trisha Corradini was stopped by police during a traffic stop on the 1500 block of Kennedy Boulevard. According to police, Corradini possessed drugs and drug paraphernalia and her charges are pending. 

Beaver Falls High School implementing new attendance policy and updating dress code as 2025-2026 school year approaches

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Beaver Falls, PA) A new attendance policy and an updated dress code are being implemented at Beaver Falls High School to prepare for the 2025-2026 school year. In a recent letter to students, it is addressed that if a student does not attend fifteen days of school or more, they will not be eligible for extracurricular activities. According to the principal and assistant principal of Beaver Falls High School in that letter, the policy reflects a connection between attendance and success in the classroom. Hats and pajama pants are not to be worn at Beaver Falls High School and blankets are also not allowed in the Beaver Falls High School building. The principal and assistant principal of Beaver Falls High School confirm in that same letter that the policies for the new dress code want a conducive learning atmosphere that both is free of distractions and is professional.

Teresa Ann Stobart (Passed on August 2nd, 2025)

Teresa Ann Stobart, 67, of Industry, passed away on August 2nd, 2025. She was a loving mother to her son, James Tyler Word of Brookline, Massachusetts, and her daughter, Ariel Victoria Sullivan (Zach) of Copley, Ohio. Her role as a grandmother to Evalise, Ollie, and Sloane was one she cherished. She is also survived by a longtime companion, Scott Wilson. She was preceded in death by her sister, Mary Margaret Stobart.

Following her graduation from Center Area High School, Teresa pursued her passion for healthcare by enrolling in an X-ray tech institute. Her caring nature found its true calling when she became a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). Her commitment to serving others led her to enlist in the U.S. Navy. From 1982 until 1985, Teresa honorably served her country, an experience that instilled in her a sense of pride and patriotism that remained a cornerstone of her identity. She was an avid gardener who found peace and solace in nature and her faith was a source of strength and pride. It guided her through life’s challenges and was a wellspring of hope and love. She enjoyed expressing herself through painting and drawing and her love for swimming was an important pillar of her life.

Private interment will take place in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, 1158 Morgan Road, Bridgeville. Arrangements have been entrusted to Simpson Funeral and Cremation Services, 1119 Washington Avenue, Monaca.

Sandra S. Rylott (1950-2025)

Sandra S. Rylott, 75, of Titusville, passed away on August 2nd, 2025, at Titusville Hospital. She was born in Clarksburg, West Virginia on March 28th, 1950, a daughter of the late Virgil C. Wise and Lucille Clarice Pitts Wise. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas C. Rylott III, her companion of 20 years, William J. Bamberger, Jr., his brother, Richard V. Wise and two brothers-in-law, Timothy Small and Dave Tanner. He is survived by two children, whom she gave her whole life to, Kelley Renee Rylott and Lance Alworth Rylott, three sisters, Donna Small, Jane Tanner and Anna (Robert) Hamilton and many nieces and nephews.

Sandra’s journey led her to a fulfilling career as a Postal Worker, where she served her community until her retirement in 2009. Yet, her passion was not confined to her work. She was an avid bowler and a fierce sports enthusiast, whose love for competition was only matched by her love for game shows. Beyond her hobbies, Sandra was a devoted traveler, and she loved to spend time with her chosen grandchildren. Sandra was devoted to the Lord Jesus Christ. She prayed every night for her family & anyone she knew that was in need. In accordance with Sandra’s wishes, all services were private. Professional services and arrangements were entrusted to CORLESS-KUNSELMAN FUNERAL SERVICES, LLC, 3801 4th Avenue, Beaver Falls.

Robert Colangelo, Sr. (1964-2025)

Robert Colangelo, Sr., 61, of Baden, passed away peacefully on August 1st, 2025.

He was born on July 5th, 1964, a beloved son of Eileen DeFrancisco and the late Angelo Colangelo. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Anthony Colangelo and Angelo Colangelo, Jr.

In addition to his mother, he is survived by his children, Robert (Megan) Colangelo Jr., Sean (Crystal) Colangelo, and Seth (Krystle) Colangelo, his brothers, Joseph “Mike” Colangelo, Bryan Colangelo, and Gary Seevers, his cherished grandchildren: Cadence, Aaron, Aaliyah, Nora, Timothy, and Locke; as well as by his longtime friend, Sherryl Mooney.

Robert proudly served his country in the United States Air Force.

Funeral arrangements have entrusted to Alvarez-Hahn Funeral Services and Cremation, LLC, 547 8th Street, Ambridge. He will be laid to rest at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, 1158 Morgan Road, Bridgeville at a later date.

The office of Congressman Chris Deluzio is accepting nomination applications for young Western Pennsylvanians that are eligible to attend a US service academy

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Carnegie, PA) According to a release from Congressman Chris Deluzio’s office, Deluzio announced Tuesday that his office is accepting nomination applications from eligible young Western Pennsylvanians to attend a United States service academy. Tuesday, September 30th, 2025 at 5 P.M. is when applications close. The link to apply as well as a link to a paper with eligibility for criteria of this application can be found below:

Click here for the application: Service Academy Nominations | Representative Deluzio

Click here for more information: Deluzio Service Academy Nom FAQ final1.pdf

The U.S. Naval Academy (Annapolis), the U.S. Military Academy (West Point), the U.S. Air Force Academy, the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, and the U.S. Coast Guard Academy are the United States service academies. The U.S. Coast Guard Academy does not require a nomination from a congressional member.