Author: Beaver County Radio

The late Corey Comperatore is honored just about one year since he was killed in the attempted assassination of President Donald Trump in Butler in 2024

(File Photo: Source for Photo: Flowers and a tribute to fallen firefighter Corey Comperatore are pictured at the Buffalo Township Volunteer Fire Company in Buffalo Township, Pa., Monday, July 15th, 2024. Comperatore was shot and killed at the Trump rally in Butler, Pa., Saturday, July 13th, 2024. (AP Photo/Sue Ogrocki)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Saxonburg, PA) A parade, concert and unveiling of a statue were held to honor the late Corey Comperatore over the weekend. The fifty-year-old Buffalo Township volunteer firefighter was the victim of the attempted assassination of President Donald Trump in Butler on July 13th, 2024. According to an organizer, roughly 1,000 people participated in “Corey’s Cruise,” a 49-mile-long motorcycle ride. The parade and the statue unveiling of Corey was in Saxonburg, Pennsylvania and the concert was in Russellton, Pennsylvania.

 

One-year anniversary of attempted assassination of President Donald Trump in 2024 in Butler is still a mystery

(File Photo: Source for Photo: Republican presidential candidate former President Donald Trump is surrounded by U.S. Secret Service agents at a campaign rally, Saturday, July 13, 2024, in Butler, Pa. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Butler, PA) Sunday marked the one-year anniversary of the attempted assassination of President Donald Trump at the Butler Farm Show grounds during a Trump rally. Twenty-year-old assassin Thomas Crooks of Bethel Park shot Trump in the ear during the July 13th, 2024 event and was then killed that day by a team with snipers from the Secret Service. There is still an unknown reason as to why Crooks wanted to shoot Trump on that day last year in Butler. 

 

Three people taken to the hospital after motorcycle crash occurs in the Strip District of Pittsburgh

(File Photo of a Police Siren Light)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Pittsburgh, PA) A late-night crash occurred in the Strip District of Pittsburgh on Saturday which sent three people to the hospital. First responders went to the 27th Street and Smallman Street intersection at about 10:30 p.m. that day. A motorcycle was thrown on its side, according to footage from the scene. Allegheny County first responders told WTAE that three people got taken to hospitals. All three identities of the victims and their conditions have not yet been released at this time.

President Donald Trump and Pennsylvania Senator Dave McCormick visiting Carnegie Mellon University this week to talk about innovation and energy in Pennsylvania for the future

(File Photo: Source for Photo: FILE – A Carnegie Mellon University sign is displayed outside Baker Hall on the university’s campus in Pittsburgh, June 7, 2019. Carnegie Mellon University and the Norman and Ruth Rales Foundation, named for a home-building supplies entrepreneur and his wife who built their fortune despite early struggles, hope a $150 million initiative will support a new generation of students trying to achieve that American dream. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar, File)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Pittsburgh, PA) President Donald Trump and Pennsylvania Senator Dave McCormick will be visiting Carnegie Mellon University on Tuesday for an event to talk about both innovation and energy. Specifically, the two men will highlight the potential for Pennsylvania to lead a revolution into artificial intelligence. This event will help to bring a national awareness to the role of Pennsylvania to give power in the future to both technology and energy.

Contractor does not finish work with a $17,500 pool in Hanover Township and steals it from a man from Clinton, Pennsylvania who paid him for the work of the pool

(File Photo of a Pennsylvania State Police Trooper Badge)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Hanover Township, PA) Pennsylvania State Police in Beaver report that PSP responded to a call regarding a theft that occurred in Hanover Township on Rogers Drive last Monday. An unidentified fifty-five-year-old man from Clinton, Pennsylvania got his pool stolen that was worth $17,500. According to a complaint, that man paid someone to build this pool and the contractor did not finish the work he was assigned to do with it. That is all the information that we have at this time.

Raccoon Creek State Park reopens lake there after E. coli bacteria levels in the water there decrease to acceptable levels for swimming

(FIle Photo of Raccoon Creek State Park)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Hookstown, PA) Officials from Raccoon Creek State Park in Beaver County confirmed on Saturday that the lake there has been reopened. The park announced Thursday that the higher levels of E. coli bacteria in the water caused the lake and the beach area to be closed for swimming. Now that the levels of E. coli bacteria in the water there are back to acceptable levels, people can swim again there. As of today, food concessions will also continue at the park located in Hookstown.

Daniel A. Miller, Jr. (1977-2025)

Daniel A. Miller, Jr., 48 of Freedom, passed away on July 9th, 2025, in Allegheny General Hospital of Pittsburgh.

He was born in Rochester on February 25th, 1977, a son of Daniel A. Miller, Sr. and the late Cynthia (Morrow) Miller. In addition to his father, Daniel A. Miller, Sr., he is survived by his daughter, Alisa Squadrito, his brother, Michael Miller, Freedom, his sister, Pamela (Bill) Stinson, of Florida, his aunt, Darlene Richmond, his cousin, Rachel Miller, his niece, Sara Stinson, his nephew, Chad Stinson, three great nieces and one great nephew and his companion, Dava MacDonald.

Daniel was currently employed with Rural King as a manager and he gave his last gift in death by donating his kidney and liver.

A memorial gathering for Daniel will be announced at a later date. Arrangements have been entrusted to the J&J Spratt Funeral Home, 1612 Third Avenue, New Brighton.

Bradley Bourne (1949-2025)

Bradley Bourne, 76, of Ambridge, passed away peacefully on July 9th, 2025. He was born on April 27th, 1949 and was preceded in death by his parents, Harry and Emma Bourne. Bradley dedicated many years to a career in the construction industry. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.
In accordance with Bradley’s wishes, services will be private. Arrangements have been entrusted to Alvarez-Hahn Funeral Services and Cremation, LLC, 547 8th Street, Ambridge.

Beaver County Chamber Monday Memo: 07/14/25

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Legislative Cruise—Sold Out!

We’re thrilled to announce that the Chamber’s annual Legislative Cruise is officially sold out! Thank you to all who registered—we look forward to a fantastic evening of networking, conversation, and connection on the Ohio River.

A special thank you to all of our sponsors for supporting this signature event.

If you missed your chance to attend, stay tuned—we’ll be sharing highlights and photos after the cruise!

 
B-Club: Member-Led & Always Engaging

At our most recent B-Club, members Casey Zurik and Ryan Torchia of Fire Fighter Sales & Service Company shared valuable insights about fire extinguisher service and fire safety. Thank you both for an informative and engaging session!

And to new members Bill Hecklick and Alex Reynolds, thank you for bravely volunteering to fight the virtual fire — and to all of our valued members who joined us!

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Join us for our next B-Club meeting on Friday, July 18, from 8:00AM – 9:00AM at the Chamber’s Lower-Level Conference Room, Suite 4A.
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Weaver Homes Celebrates Grand Opening at Lakeside Village

Congratulations to our member Weaver Homes for the recent Grand Opening of their newest model homes—the Capri, Torino, and Portico Plus—at Lakeside Village! These thoughtfully designed homes offer a blend of comfort and elegance, providing a low-maintenance lifestyle with high-end finishes.

Interested in exploring the new models? Schedule an appointment here: https://heyor.ca/9pF4cQ

The application period for our next Leadership Beaver County cohort is open!

Applications are due by July 31, 2025.

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The Beaver County Chamber of Commerce is proud to offer Leadership Beaver County, a premier program dedicated to developing the next generation of community leaders. Through this initiative, the Chamber invests in the future of the region by equipping participants with the knowledge, skills, and connections needed to lead with impact. We believe strong leadership is key to a thriving community—and we’re honored to play a role in shaping it.
Speed Networking at Penn State Beaver

Join us for a Speed Networking B-Club event at Penn State Beaver on Friday, September 5. Practice your business commercial and bring plenty of business cards. Breakfast and coffee will be provided.
Mark your calendars for our 2025 Business of the Year Awards and Annual Meeting

Want to learn more or explore sponsorship opportunities? Click here.

This event is where we honor the contributions of this year’s winners and receive an update on the Beaver County Chamber of Commerce initiatives.
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The BCCC is excited to share our Yearlong Partnership initiative. These unique yearlong partnership opportunities are an investment into the Chamber’s ability to lead and advocate for impactful change. Please consider a Yearlong Partnership as a Bridges ($5,000), Rivers ($10,000), or Legacy ($15,000+) level.

 

Interested in learning more?

Contact Lance Grable, Chamber President, here.

 

As always, you can sponsor any of our events throughout the year. Check out our 2025 Event Sponsorship Guide here.

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Beaver Area Heritage Foundation & Museum to Welcome a New Addition—A Retired Caboose

The Beaver Area Heritage Foundation is excited to announce a major addition to its museum campus: a retired railroad caboose generously donated by CSX Transportation. Once restored, the caboose will become a permanent rail history exhibit—marking an exciting new chapter for the site and expanding its storytelling in a meaningful way.

Read more about the project and how to get involved, here.
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Carnegie Science Center opens public voting for one of three buildings to be displayed in its Miniature Railroad and Village Display in 2026

(Photo Courtesy of the Carnegie Science Center)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Pittsburgh, PA) Voting opened this weekend for the public to pick one of three buildings to be featured in the Miniature Railroad and Village Display at the Carnegie Science Center in 2026. The buildings that have been nominated are the Andrew Bayne Memorial Library, Bethel Township High School and the Garards Fort Post Office. The online link to learn more about these buildings and to vote for them once a day through July 31st can be found below:

Click here to vote for the building you want in the 2026 Miniature Railroad and Village Display! Vote for the 2026 Miniature Railroad & Village® Model! – Carnegie Science Center