Sewickley theater ready with summer film releases

SEWICKLEY — The latest Tom Cruise “Mission Impossible” thriller joins the eagerly awaited family film “Lilo & Stitch” at the Lindsay Theater this holiday weekend.

The Sewickley theater’s director of communications, Josh Axelrod, phoned into the Beaver County Radio Morning Show on Thursday to discuss the Memorial Day weekend movie schedule and other big films headed to The Lindsay this summer including “F1,” starring Brad Pitt as a Formula One race car driver who comes out of retirement to mentor a young driver.

Listen to the interview here:

Part Two here:

 

Marjorie Sue Forrester (1951-2025)

Marjorie Sue Forrester, 74, lovingly known as “Auntie M,” passed away on May 21st, 2025, following a brave and determined battle with cancer. Her fierce love, deep kindness and quiet strength left an indelible mark on everyone who knew her. She was born on May 18th, 1951, a daughter of the late Bruce and Fay Forrester. In addition to her parents, she was preceded by her sister, Peggy Krut and her niece, Kelly Krut. She is survived by her nieces, Christy (Krut) and Jools Bourne and Julie Krut, her great-niece, Taylor Vukich, her great-nephews, Kalob and Kyle Strohecker, her brother-in-law, Ronald Krut and her cousin and lifelong friend, Patty McDanel, whose friendship remained a constant through the years. 

To her family, Auntie M wasn’t just an aunt: she was a second mother, a constant presence, and a source of unconditional support. She believed in being there for every moment that mattered: birthdays, graduations, quiet evenings, and even the daily routines of checking report cards and homework for those she tutored while undergoing treatment. She lived with an unmatched generosity of spirit and a deep commitment to those she loved. 

Marjorie had a deep love for books, Maine’s rugged coastlines dotted with lighthouses, and clam chowder from Gilbert’s: especially when shared with her sister on their highly anticipated get aways. These moments brought her peace and wonder. She was also known for her devotion to her cherished dog, Daisy, her best friend and constant companion. 

She also formed a special bond with Missy, a resident from McGuire Homes with Down syndrome, who became part of the family when they were both young adults. Auntie M welcomed her with open arms and an open heart. Their bond was unbreakable and rooted in mutual joy and compassion. 

Friends will be received on Tuesday, May 27th from 10 A.M. until the time of a brief prayer service at 12 Noon in the GABAUER-LUTTON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 117 Blackhawk Road, Beaver Falls. 

Interment will follow in Sylvania Hills Memorial Park, 273, PA-68, Rochester. 

The family extends special thanks to the compassionate caregivers at Concordia at Villa St. Joseph and Good Samaritan Hospice for their care and kindness in her final days. 

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, the American Cancer Society, or the New Brighton Library: places and causes close to Marjorie’s heart. She leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter, and quiet strength. 

Jane Louise (Baker) Watson (1943-2025)

Jane Louise (Baker) Watson, 81, of Chippewa Township, passed away on May 19th, 2025, at Heritage Valley Beaver. She was born in Freedom on August 4th, 1943, the daughter of the late John and Wilma (Parks) Baker. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving husband, Michael LeRoy Watson, her infant son, Darryl Watson, one son, one daughter and  several other relatives.

She is survived by her son, Michael and his wife Stacy Watson, a grandson, Dylan Watson, along with many nieces, nephews, and friends.  

Jane was a homemaker until becoming a Retail clerk at CVS for over 15 years. She was an attentive, loving mother and wife that was the glue of the family. She had been a resident of Beaver Valley Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center for the past 6 years. 

Friends will be received on Tuesday May 27th from 4-7 P.M. in the GABAUER-LUTTON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, Inc., 117 Blackhawk Road, Beaver Falls, where a prayer service will be held on Wednesday, May 28th at 11 A.M. 

Interment will follow at Sylvania Hills Memorial Park, 273 PA-68, Rochester. 

In lieu of flowers, the family ask that donations be made in Jane’s name to the American Diabetes Association, https://diabetes.org/local/western-pennsylvania?form=FUNYHSQXNZD or the Beaver County Humane Society, https://beavercountyhumanesociety.org/online-donation/ 

The family would like to thank the nurses and staff of Beaver Valley Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center for their loving care and support, as well as the ICU doctors and nurses that cared for her at Heritage Valley Beaver. 

Sandra “Sandy” (Marocco) Belich (1968-2025)

Sandra “Sandy” (Marocco) Belich, 57, passed away on May 16th, 2025 with her family at her side. She was born on February 21st, 1968, a daughter of the late Sue Wallace and James Marocco. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers, Jimmy and Ricky. She is survived by her fiancé, Rich, and her sisters, Lisa DeFrancesco and Danna and Teresa Marocco, her daughter, Deanna Kriger and her grandchildren, Taylor, Carter and Ryder.  From motorcycle runs to fast cars and skydiving, there was nothing that Sandra was afraid of. 

A Celebration of Life for Sandra will be planned for a later date and her services are private. Arrangements and services are entrusted to Alvarez-Hahn Funeral Services and Cremation, LLC, 547 8th Street, Ambridge. 

Salt shed in Butler County gets roof blown off from storms with a rare tornado appearing there

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Unionville, PA) According to the National Weather Service, the storms on Wednesday included a tornado that blew the roof off of a building in Center Township of Butler County. The salt shed there was seen getting damaged in a video from the Unionville Fire Department. The National Weather Service confirmed the tornado Wednesday even though they were going to investigate damage today. The Pittsburgh region this year has had six previous tornadoes before this one occurred. 

Veteran from the Pittsburgh area charged after allegedly raping a thirteen-year-old female

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Pittsburgh, PA) A Pittsburgh-area veteran, Brandon Rumbaugh, now has charges against him after allegedly raping a thirteen-year-old female. According to court paperwork, the investigation into Rumbaugh started on May 5th from a ChildLine report that the female was sexually assaulted several times by a thirty-four-year-old man. The charges against Rumbaugh include indecent assault, aggravated indecent assault, sexual assault and rape. 

Former CEO of UPMC paid over $12 million in 2024 despite undergoing retirement in 2021

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News 

(Pittsburgh, PA) A financial report states an employee at UPMC who was paid the most in 2024 retired in 2021, a couple of years before getting paid that much money. The former CEO of UPMC, Jeffrey Romoff had a fiscal amount of $12.1 million paid by UPMC that concluded in July, according to tax records. A 2024 report confirms that over $1 million was earned by 59 employees at UPMC. Romoff retired from UPMC in July of 2021. 

Pennsylvania lawmaker has public hearing to address the severe storms that caused power outages in Western Pennsylvania last month

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Fox Chapel, PA) A Pennsylvania lawmaker had a public hearing on Wednesday to address the storms that occurred in Western Pennsylvania that caused power outages on April 29th, 2025. Representative Mandy Steele called the meeting “After the Storm: Preparing for the Future,” which had testimonies from representatives from Duquesne Light and West Penn Power. These people are addressing concerns and applying lessons so they can prepare for when these next storms occur. 

Beaver Area High School senior continues to inspire after cancer diagnosis does not stop him from his upcoming graduation

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News 

(Beaver, PA) Beaver Area High School senior Elias Kazas is about to graduate despite getting a diagnosis for cancer on the stem of his brain when he was twelve years old. Kazas went through some treatment at St. Jude’s Hospital and 1,134 chemotherapy doses. After the treatment caused damage to his kidney and liver, he got forced to stop treatment. Kazas came back to play basketball and received the John Challis Memorial Award this year. 

Rite Aid locations in Aliquippa and Beaver to close as Rite-Aid struggles with bankruptcy 

(File Photo: Source for Photo: FILE – A sign with the company’s logo stands outside a Rite Aid store in Salem, N.H., on Wednesday, May 29, 2024. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa, File)

 Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Beaver County, PA) As Rite-Aid continues to struggle with bankruptcy, the Rite-Aid stores in Aliquippa and Beaver will be closing after a recent filing on May 16th, 2025 that confirmed the closures. It is not determined yet what will happen to the Rite-Aid stores in Ambridge, Beaver Falls, Conway, Midland and New Brighton. However, closures will be occurring in the future at the Rite Aid stores in Coraopolis, Cranberry Township, Sewickley and the Pittsburgh International Airport.