Brent J. Lambert (1977-2025)

Brent J. Lambert, 48, of New Brighton, passed away on October 13th, 2025.

He was born on Rochester on February 10th, 1977, the son of Boyd Lambert and Kristen Wargo Lambert. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Kenneth Lambert, and his maternal grandparents, Ernest and Jackie Wargo. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his beloved children, Liza, Lex, and Luke Lambert, his brothers and sisters-in-law, Dwight and Erin Lambert, and Weston and Jessica Lambert, his paternal grandmother, Odette Lambert, his former wife, Stacie Liberty and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, and extended family who loved him dearly.

Brent was a proud graduate of New Brighton High School with their Class of 1995. He went on to attend Penn State University, where he earned a degree in Agriculture and made his mark on the rugby field. He was a key contributor to Penn State’s nationally ranked rugby team who was admired by teammates for his athleticism, leadership, faith and character.

After college, Brent pursued his lifelong love of working the land, proudly hosting his well-known “Farm Tours,” which earned him the affectionate nickname, “Farmer Brent.” He approached farming with passion and purpose, blending hard work with humor and a knack for bringing people together. He was a true jack-of-all-trades who operated his own hauling business and was known across the county for his skill in appliance repair and his willingness to lend a hand. Whether it was fixing a refrigerator, hauling a load, or tending his fields, he did it all with humility, integrity, and pride.

Those who knew Brent remember a man of deep faith, quiet conviction, and steady grit, sometimes a bit stubborn, always a man with a plan and someone who valued hard work and doing things right. He found peace in nature, strength in his faith, and purpose in the way he lived each day. Beneath his strong exterior was a heart that felt deeply for his family and friends, even when words didn’t come easily.

Family and friends will be received on Saturday, October 18th, from 2 p.m. until the time of service at 3:30 p.m. at the J&J Spratt Funeral Home, 1612 Third Avenue, New Brighton, who was in charge of his arrangements.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the J&J Spratt Funeral Home, 1612 Third Avenue, New Brighton, PA 15066 to assist the family with final arrangements.

To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of Brent J. Lambert, please visit the flower store of the J&J Spratt Funeral Home by clicking here.

Aliquippa man found guilty of shooting a Monroeville police officer in Monroeville in 2024

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Monroeville, PA) Thirty-four-year-old Jamal Brooks of Aliquippa was found guilty yesterday of shooting a Monroeville police officer during a reported armed robbery in Monroeville last year. According to court documents, Brooks was accused of shooting Monroeville Police Sgt. James MacDonald on Janaury 4th, 2024, when the officer was called to a possible armed robbery at the Crumbl Cookie in the Miracle Mile Shopping Center. The police report states that Brooks opened fire on MacDonald which hit MacDonald in the elbow and hip when MacDonald stopped Brooks because the description of the suspect matched Brooks. Police confirm Brooks had two handguns on him when he was taken into custody after the shooting occurred. A date for the sentencing of Brooks has not been set yet, but Brooks was guilty yesterday of assault on a police officer, illegal possession of a firearm, aggravated assault and attempted homicide.

Ambridge High School football coach Sherman McBride will resign after the 2025 high school football season

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Ambridge, PA) The Ambridge Area School District put on its agenda list at their meet and discuss board meeting on October 8th, 2025 that it is recommended for Ambridge High School football coach Sherman McBride to resign after the 2025 high school football season. McBride is a native of Aliquippa, a 1980 graduate of Aliquippa High School and a member of the Beaver County Sports Hall of Fame. McBride will finish his fifth season as the Ambridge High School Head Football coach after he was hired to serve in that position in 2021. 

Monroeville man dies after crashing into two vehicles in South Fayette Township

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(South Fayette Township, PA) Thirty-seven-year-old Travis Brown of Monroeville died yesterday morning at the scene of a crash that occurred that morning on I-79 in South Fayette Township. Brown was driving northbound on I-79 at 3:15 a.m. and hit a vehicle that was stopped and then the driver side of Brown’s vehicle hit a second vehicle that was parked. Brown’s passenger, twenty-eight-year-old Carlie Olwell of New Kensington, was taken to UPMC Mercy Hospital because of a suspected serious injury. 

Pittsburgh man dies after crashing his motorcycle on I-279

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Pittsburgh, PA) Twenty-three-year-old Derek Johnson Jr. of Pittsburgh died at Allegheny General Hospital following a late-night crash on Tuesday on I-279 in Pittsburgh. Johnson was driving his motorcycle on I-279 South at 11:58 p.m. on Tuesday when he lost control, overturning it. Johnson slid his motorcycle into the vehicle of forty-year-old Kevin Deily of Pittsburgh. The vehicle of Deily was in the right lane of I-279 when this crash occurred.

Teenage boy charged in connection with a shooting at the Ross Park Mall that injured another teenager

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Pittsburgh, PA) A sixteen-year-old suspect was charged on Wednesday in connection with a shooting that occurred at the Ross Park Mall in Pittsburgh on September 30th, 2025 which injured one person that night. This teenage boy faces charges of gun charges, aggravated assault and reckless endangerment and he shot another teenager who showed up to Allegheny General Hospital after shots were fired. According to a criminal complaint, the teen at the hospital shot told investigators they had been shot while walking in the Ross Park Mall parking lot near the Dick’s Sporting Goods House of Sport. The teenager who was injured shot back and police confirm the two teenagers attend the same school. A warrant has been issued for the arrest of the suspect, and it is unclear if the teenager that was hurt in this shooting at the Ross Park Mall will face charges. This morning, Ross Township Police Chief Brian Kohlhepp noted two more juveniles who were actively shooting during the incident are being criminally charged. Kohlhepp also stated that one of those two juveniles is in custody, while both the other and the main suspect are still at large.

Duquesne man arrested for disorderly conduct at a restaurant at the Rivers Casino in Pittsburgh

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Pittsburgh, PA) Pennsylvania State Police at the Rivers Casino in Pittsburgh reported via release yesterday that twenty-seven-year-old Noah Trombetto of Duquesne was arrested on October 5th, 2025 for disorderly conduct at the Rivers Casino in Pittsburgh early that morning. Trombetto and twenty-nine-year-old Elijah Swain of Pittsburgh engaged in an argument at Flipt restaurant at 1:25 a.m. Trombetto continued his loud arguing and did not leave despite security telling him to leave and he resisted arrest from security when security tried to escort him out of the casino. Trombetto then fell on the floor and resisted attempts to be restrained by security when security tried to restrain him until Pennsylvania State Police arrived at the scene and arrested him. Trombetto was compliant with the Pennsylvania State Police when they arrested him. Trombetto was released without incident to his fiancé and he will receive filed citations by mail. 

Wanted woman apprehended after SWAT incident in the Middle Hill neighborhood of Pittsburgh

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Pittsburgh, PA) A SWAT situation occurred yesterday in the Middle Hill neighborhood of Pittsburgh and a wanted woman was taken into custody as a result of it. According to Allegheny County dispatchers, emergency crews responded to the 100 block of Erin Street at 4:47 p.m. yesterday. Police confirm that a woman that had outstanding warrants barricaded herself inside a house on Erin Street and the woman surrendered without incident. SWAT units received a call to help out with this incident. The identity of the woman who was apprehended is unknown at this time.

Anaheim Ducks defeat the Pittsburgh Penguins, 4-3

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(AP)

Pittsburgh 2 1 0 3
Anaheim 2 1 1 4

First Period_1, Pittsburgh, Brazeau 4 (Shea, Malkin), 1:03. 2, Pittsburgh, Rakell 2 (Shea, Crosby), 7:01. 3, Anaheim, Kreider 3 (Carlsson, Granlund), 9:42 (pp). 4, Anaheim, Gauthier 3 (Sennecke, Mintyukov), 19:25. Penalties_Dumba, PIT (Holding), 3:26; Crosby, PIT (Hooking), 8:52.

Second Period_5, Anaheim, Helleson 1 (Kreider), 9:48. 6, Pittsburgh, Mantha 1 (Crosby, Rust), 17:01. Penalties_Rakell, PIT (Slashing), 0:55; Anaheim bench, served by Vatrano (Delay of Game), 17:01.

Third Period_7, Anaheim, Kreider 4 (Carlsson, Terry), 18:33 (pp). Penalties_Karlsson, PIT (High Sticking), 3:18; Wotherspoon, PIT (Delay of Game), 18:26; Letang, PIT (Interference), 19:48.

Shots on Goal_Pittsburgh 15-9-4_28. Anaheim 6-10-5_21.

Power-play opportunities_Pittsburgh 0 of 1; Anaheim 2 of 6.

Goalies_Pittsburgh, Jarry 1-1-0 (21 shots-17 saves). Anaheim, Dostal 1-1-0 (28-25).

A_17,622 (17,174). T_2:33.

Referees_Gord Dwyer, Trevor Hanson. Linesmen_Brandon Gawryletz, Ryan Gibbons.

Aliquippa man arrested for harassing an Aliquippa woman in Aliquippa

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Aliquippa, PA) Pennsylvania State Police in Beaver reported via release today that an Aliquippa man was arrested for harassing an unidentified woman from Aliquippa. This incident occurred on Highland Avenue on October 8th, 2025 and thirty-one-year-old Ahmed Elkhatib harassed the thirty-eight-year-old female victim there at 6:41 p.m. that night. Elkhatib was arrested for his actions.