Anthony David Snowden Sr. (11/10/62-06/04/25)

Anthony David Snowden Sr., 62, of Beaver Falls, peacefully passed away at his residence on Wednesday, June 4, 2025. Born on November 10, 1962, in Beaver Falls, he was the beloved son of the late Richard David Snowden and Lillian (Hobson) Snowden. Anthony proudly served his country for thirteen years in the United States military. After completing his military service, he accepted Christ as his personal saviour and committed his life to being a good and faithful soldier in the army of the Lord Jesus Christ, fighting the good fight of faith! Anthony was also a faithful member of Christ Temple Church of God in Christ, where he served as both a trustee and a deacon – roles he held with honor, dignity, and humility. Anthony—affectionately known as Tony—was a man of unwavering faith, whose every action was rooted in his deep relationship with God. He was known for his powerful yet uplifting words, generous spirit, and compassionate heart. One of his greatest joys was sitting and listening to the gospel group “Men of Standard”, letting their music minister to his soul. He is survived by his two sons, Anthony Richard Snowden Jr. and Joshua David Snowden; four loving sisters, Victoria Anne Snowden, Carla M. Snowden, his twin sister, Antoinette Faye (Tyrone) Williams, and Jennifer J. Snowden; two nephews, David (Marcie) Alford, of Rochester, PA. Richard “Spike” (Charnelle) Williams of Detroit, MI, a niece, India (Jared) Davis of Ypsilanti, MI., three great-nephews, Mason and Rhoman Alford of Rochester, PA., and Carter Davis of Ypsilanti, MI., three great-nieces, Sage, Savannah, and Summer Williams of. Detroit, MI., along with a host of many cousins and cherished friends. In addition to his parents, Anthony was preceded in death by his sister, Sandra G. Alford, and his brother, Michael David Snowden. A memorial visitation will be held Wednesday from 11 am until the time of service at 12 PM at Christ Temple Church of God in Christ, 2420 9th Ave, Beaver Falls, PA 15010.

Teddy L. Lechok (06/07/1958 to 06/04/2025)

Teddy L. Lechok, 66, of Midland, passed away on June 4, 2025, at home, surrounded by his loving family.
Born on June 7, 1958, in Sewickley, PA, he was the son of the late Ted and Helen “Kathy” Lechok. Teddy owned and operated Ted’s Auto Service and Parts in Ohioville for nearly 30 years, and was a follower of Christ, driven by the Holy Spirit, having eternal life. He was an avid gear head, car enthusiast and survivalist. His skills included welding, heavy equipment operation, mechanics and towing. He was kind to all and a good friend to many.
Along with his parents, Teddy is preceded in death by his brother, Ronald Auen.
Teddy will be sadly missed by his beloved wife of 49 years, Renae; son, Jesse Lechok, of Charleroi, PA; daughter, Sabrina (Aaron Draa) Rummell; granddaughter, Sienna Rummell; and numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews.
Friends will be received on Thursday June 12, 2025 from 2pm until the time of service at 6pm in the Schwerha-Noll Funeral Home Inc., 629 Midland Avenue, Midland PA 15059. Online condolences may be shared at www.nollfuneral.com.

Grace Marie Zapsic (04/ 25/1935 to 06/05/2025)

It is with much sorrow that the family of Grace Marie Mutkus Zapsic, age 90 of Midland, announces her passing on June 5, 2025, at Good Samaritan Hospice in Wexford, with her daughter, Michelle, by her side.

Born on April 25, 1935, in Independence Township, she was the daughter of the late Alexander and Florene Parrish Mutkus. Growing up on a farm with her eight brothers and sisters, Grace developed an appreciation for outdoor activities. She was an exceptionally devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, and loved nothing more than spending time with her family. Her husband, Don, is certain that her good cooking– especially her coconut cream pies– kept him alive for the 72 years of their marriage!

Grace was preceded in death by her brothers Richard, Raymond, Thomas, and Norman, and a sister, Alice Giralico.

She will be lovingly remembered by her husband Donald Zapsic, whom she married on September 16, 1953; her daughters, Michelle Perkins (Wayne) and Patti Brandon (Tim), her sons, Stephen Zapsic (Frances) and Donald Zapsic, Jr. (Millie); nine grandchildren, eleven great grandchildren, and one great, great granddaughter; her brother, Alex Mutkus (Nancy) and two sisters, Nancy MacDonald (Mark) and Eileen Hramika (Patrick); and many nieces and nephews.

The family would like to express their appreciation to Linda Zapsic, Leah Perkins and Good Samaritan Hospice for their loving care and concern for Grace.

Visitation will be at the Schwerha-Noll Funeral Home, 629 Midland Ave, Midland, PA 15059 on Monday, June 9, from 2:00 – 8:00 p.m. A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, June 10 at 10:30 a.m. at the St. Augustine parish/ St. Blaise Catholic Church, 772 Ohio Ave., Midland, PA 15059.

Online condolences may be shared at www.nollfuneral.com.

Joseph Mendicino (March 18, 1933 – June 04, 2025)

Joseph Mendicino, 92 of Patterson Heights, died on Wednesday, June 4, 2025, at West Penn Hospital, Pittsburgh.

Born on March 18, 1933, in Beaver Falls, he was the son of the late Francesco “Frank” and Elena (Puteri) Mendicino.

Joe was a veteran of the United States Army, serving from 1953 to 1955. Joe had worked for Totera Vending for many years as a delivery driver.  He was a member of St. Monica Church of St. Augustine Parish and the American Legion Post 19, New Brighton.  In his free time, he was an avid bowler and enjoyed traveling and bowling in tournaments.

He is survived by his significant other of more than 44 years, Barbara; his sister, Edith Namath; a brother, Frank Mendicino; numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his siblings and their spouses, Mary Mendicino, Rose (Weido) Omogrosso, Phyllis (Nick) Pasco, and Frances (James) Boyle; a brother-in-law, Franklin Namath; and a sister-in-law June Mendicino.

Friends will be received on Wednesday, June 11th from 10AM until time of departing prayers at 11:30AM in the GABAUER-LUTTON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 117 Blackhawk Road, Chippewa Township, Beaver Falls, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 12 Noon at St. Monica Church of St. Augustine Parish with Fr. Kim Schreck as Celebrant.

Entombment will follow at Beaver Cemetery Mausoleum.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Joe’s honor may be made to St. Monica Angel Fund, 609 10th Street, Beaver Falls, PA 15010.

Beaver County Chamber Monday Memo: 06/09/25

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Set sail with your local and state officials when you join us for an evening aboard the Gateway Clipper right here in Beaver County! This is a great opportunity to network with legislators, their staffers, and fellow Chamber members as we cruise, dine, and network on the Ohio River.

Sponsorship Opportunities:

Gold: $1,500

  • 6 tickets to event
  • Company logo included in all event marketing
  • Company logo featured on buffet
  • Opportunity to provide promo items for all participants

Silver: $550

  • 4 tickets to event
  • Company logo featured on the bar
  • Company logo included in all event marketing

Bronze: $300

  • 2 Tickets to the event
  • Company name included on Chamber website
  • Company name included in all marketing

If you are interested in being a sponsor, please contact Johanna Semonik at jsemonik@bcchamber.com or call 724.775.3944.

REGISTER/SPONSOR HERE: Legislative Cruise
Mark your calendars for our 2025 Business of the Year Awards and Annual Meeting. Interested in learning more and/or sponsoring? Click here.

This event is where we honor the contributions of this years winners and receive an update on the Beaver County Chamber of Commerce initiatives.

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Congratulations to our member Gateway Rehab for the opening of its 12-bed, all-gender, adolescent residential treatment program on its main campus in Center Twp., PA.

Gateway Rehab has been a key part of the Beaver County community for over 50 years and we are pleased to see their new youth program, which is backed by Beaver County Behavioral Health and the Board of Commissioners of Beaver County, open in the recently renovated Tom Rutter House and serve ages 13-18.

The expansion aligns with Gateway’s commitment to offering a full continuum of care, ensuring adolescents now can also access a local residential program and transition seamlessly to telehealth counseling upon completion. The program will also feature a dedicated family therapist, individualized care plans, access to our psychiatric team, and the use of recreational amenities on campus.

James Troup, President and CEO of Gateway Rehab, said, “The opening of our adolescent program is a significant milestone in our mission to expand access to compassionate, life-changing care…”

More information is available at www.gatewayrehab.org.

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

Applications are due by July 31, 2025.

Learn more at https://bit.ly/LeadershipBeaverCounty

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.

We have launched new ways to partner in 2025!

 

The BCCC is excited to announce 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.

Submit your member news to info@bcchamber.com

Any opinion and other statement contained in Member News below in no way reflects the views and beliefs of the Beaver County Chamber of Commerce, its staff or Board of Directors.

Sponsor Beaver County BOOM! 2025

Are you looking to be a sponsor for Beaver County BOOM! 2025? Follow the link below! We have sponsorship opportunities available now! Don’t miss the largest event of the year in Beaver County! It’s going to be BIG, and everybody is going to be there!

Saturday, 28 June 2025, at 9:45 PM.

Click the link here.

Rochester Youth Summer Kickoff

You’re invited to attend this event on Friday, June 20th located at the Rochester Riverfront Park, taking place from 4:00 PM – 8:30 PM

  • Obstacle Bounce House
  • Dunk Tank
  • Penny Pitch
  • Fishing Derby
  • DJ & Food Trucks
  • …and many other games!

For more information contact Rico Elmore at rico.elmore11@gmail.com

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Deer Lane Extension Pipe Repair Underway in New Sewickley

 

Pittsburgh, PA – PennDOT District 11 is announcing pipe replacement work is underway on Deer Lane Extension (Route 1024) in New Sewickley Township, Beaver County.

Single-lane alternating traffic controlled by flaggers will occur weekdays from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Deer Lane Extension between Big Knob Road and Kornman Road. Crews will conduct cross pipe replacement work through Friday, June 20.

Motorists can check conditions on major roadways by visiting www.511PA.com. 511PA, which is free and available 24 hours a day, provides traffic delay warnings, weather forecasts, traffic speed information and access to more than 1,000 traffic cameras. 511PA is also available through a smartphone application for iPhone and Android devices, by calling 5-1-1, or by following regional X alerts.

Subscribe to PennDOT news and traffic alerts in Allegheny, Beaver, Lawrence counties at www.penndot.pa.gov/District11.

Information about infrastructure in District 11, including completed work and significant projects, is available at www.penndot.pa.gov/D11Results. Find PennDOT’s planned and active construction projects at www.projects.penndot.gov.

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A runaway pet zebra has been captured in Tennessee

In this image taken from June 8, 2025, video by the Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office in Rutherford County, Tennessee, shows the airlifting of a zebra named Ed that had evaded capture for several days after it ran away from its owner. (Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office via AP) Screenshot

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (AP) — A runaway pet zebra that was on the loose for more than a week in Tennessee and became an internet sensation in the process was captured Sunday, authorities said.

Ed the Zebra was captured safely after being located in a pasture near a subdivision in the Christiana community in central Tennessee, the Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office confirmed. The sheriff’s office said aviation crews captured the zebra.

“Ed was airlifted and flown by helicopter back to a waiting animal trailer,” the sheriff’s office said in a statement.

Video posted by the sheriff’s office shows Ed wrapped in a net with his head sticking out as he is carried by the helicopter to the trailer.

Ed arrived in Christiana on May 30, the sheriff’s office said. His owner reported him missing the next day.

The zebra was spotted and filmed running along Interstate 24, forcing deputies to shut the roadway. But Ed escaped into a wooded area.

There were several sightings posted to social media. Ed was filmed trotting through a neighborhood.

The zebra quickly became the subject of internet memes. One fake posting showed Ed dining at a Waffle House, a southern staple. Others had him visiting other Tennessee cities or panhandling on the side of the road.

The pursuit of Ed came a month after a runway kangaroo shut down a section of Alabama interstate.

US Open ’25: Hogan and Woods and other key anniversaries in the U.S. Open this year

FILE – In this June 11, 1950, file photo, Ben Hogan, center, smiles over a crowd and poses with his wife, Valerie, left, as he receives the U.S. Open Golf Championship trophy from James D. Standish, Jr., Detroit president of the United States Golf Association, in Ardmore, Pa. (AP Photo/File)

OAKMONT, Pa. (AP) — A look at some of the anniversaries this year at the U.S. Open:

100 years ago (1925)

Site: Worcester Country Club

Winner: Willie MacFarlane

Runner-up: Bobby Jones

Score: 74-67-72-78-291

Margin: Playoff (MacFarlane 147, Jones 148)

Winner’s share: $500

Noteworthy: Jones felt his club moved the ball in the rough on the 11th hole of the first round. Officials were unable to confirm this and left it to Jones to make a ruling. He called a one-shot penalty on himself. Praised for his sportsman ship, Jones famously replied, “You might as well praise me for not robbing a bank.”

AP story: Willie MacFarlane, “finest of men and a great golfer,” in the words of America’s greatest amateur, little Bobby Jones of Atlanta, tonight is the open champion of the United States, a victory by a single stroke today ending the greatest tournament in history. The final score was 72 to 73 at the end of the second 18 holes of a playoff to decide the deadlocked tourney. Jones’ opinion of the victory is of weight, for he was was — national amateur and former open champion — who fell before the other’s prowess in a history-making playoff. Only after a throng of several thousand had boiled in the terrific heat through 36 holes did the end come, and then it was at the final green.

75 years ago (1950)

Site: Merion Golf Club

Winner: Ben Hogan

Runner-up: Lloyd Mangum and George Fazio

Score: 72-69-72-74-287

Margin: Playoff (Hogan 69, Mangrum 73, Fazio 75)

Winner’s share: $4,000

Noteworthy: Hogan hit 1-iron to the 18th in the final round, leading to one of golf’s most iconic photos. When he played the 18th during the third round earlier that morning, he hit 6-iron to the green. It was an example of how much fatigue he had from his battered legs.

AP story: Ben Hogan’s legs held out today like stanchions of steel, and the game little man from Texas smashed Lloyd Mangrum and George Fazio with strokes to spare in their 18-hole playoff for the National Open Golf Championship. In winning his second Open title within three years, Hogan climaxed gloriously the most remarkable comeback in the history of sports. This time a year ago, it was doubted that he ever would play golf again after barely escaping with his life from a head-on motor car collision near Van Horn, Texas.

50 years ago (1975)

Site: Medinah Country Club

Winner: Lou Graham

Runner-up: John Mahaffey

Score: 74-72-68-73-287

Margin: Playoff (Graham 71, Mahaffey 73)

Winner’s share: $40,000

Noteworthy: One year after Tom Watson had the 54-hole lead and shot 79, he had a 36-hole lead and shot 76-77. Watson won the first of his eight majors a month later at Carnoustie.

AP story: Lou Graham, a 12-year-old tour veteran, wore down ambitious John Mahaffey and ended a career of golfing obscurity with a two-stroke victory Monday in the 18-hole payoff for the U.S. Open crown. “It’s the dream of a lifetime,” the 37-year-old Graham said in his soft, Tennessee drawl. He won it with a 71, even par on the 7,032 yards of gently rolling, heavily wooded countryside that makes up the Medinah Country Club course The bitterly disappointed Mahaffey, now a runner-up seven times since his lone tour title, didn’t make a birdie in the hot and humid playoff and had a score of 73.

25 years ago (2000)

Site: Pebble Beach Golf Links

Winner: Tiger Woods

Runners-up: Ernie Els, Miguel Angel Jimenez

Score: 65-69-71-67-272

Margin: 15 shots

Winner’s share: $800,000

Noteworthy: Jack Nicklaus played in his final U.S. Open. In each of the four majors he played for the last time, Woods was the winner.

AP story: Standing on the 18th fairway, Tiger Woods turned his back on Pebble Beach and looked out over Carmel Bay in the final moments of the most monumental U.S. Open victory ever. He was all alone, playing for himself — and for history. No one was close to catching him. No one is close in the game. “We’ve been talking about him for two years. I guess we’ll be talking about him for the next 20. When he’s on, we don’t have much of a chance,” Ernie Els said. While the rest of the field was playing for second, Woods took aim at the record books. When the final putt fell, Woods owned his third major championship, along with the kind of records no one imagined possible.

20 years ago (2005)

Site: Pinehurst No. 2

Winner: Michael Campbell

Runner-up: Tiger Woods

Score: 71-69-71-69-280

Margin: 2 shots

Winner’s share: $1,170,000

Noteworthy: Retief Goosen and Jason Gore played in the final group and combined to take 165 strokes. Goosen shot 81, Gore shot 84.

AP story: Michael Campbell answered every challenge Tiger Woods threw his way Sunday until a U.S. Open full of surprises got the biggest one of all. Woods blinked first. Ten years after being touted as a rising star, Campbell finally delivered a major championship no one expected with clutch par saves and a 20-foot birdie putt on the 17th hole that proved to be the knockout punch. The only drama at the end was whether Campbell would beat Pinehurst No. 2. He missed a 3-foot par putt on the final hole for a 1-under 69 to finish the tournament at even par. It was good enough for a two-shot victory over Woods, who charged along the back nine until missing an 8-foot par putt on the 16th hole, then three-putting from 25 feet on the par-3 17th, the same hole that doomed his chances at Pinehurst six years ago.

10 years ago (2015)

Site: Chambers Bay Golf Club

Winner: Jordan Spieth

Runners-up: Dustin Johnson, Louis Oosthuizen

Score: 68-67-71-69-275

Margin: 1 shot

Winner’s share: $1,800,000

Noteworthy: This was the first U.S. Open televised by Fox Sports in a 12-year deal. It gave up the rights after five years.

AP story: Jordan Spieth is halfway home to the Grand Slam, a prize only three of the biggest names in modern golf have ever chased. And he still can’t believe how he got there. Spieth won the U.S. Open in a heart-stopper Sunday with a turn of events even more wild than the terrain at Chambers Bay. He thought he had it won with a 25-foot birdie putt on the 16th hole. He threw away a three-shot lead one hole later. He made birdie on the final hole. And then he thought it was over as Dustin Johnson settled in over a 12-foot eagle putt for the victory. Three putts later, Spieth was the U.S. Open champion. Spieth joined Arnold Palmer, Jack Nicklaus and Tiger Woods in getting the first two legs of the modern slam that Palmer created on his way to St. Andrews in 1960. That’s the next stop for the 21-year-old Texan whose two major championships could not be any more different. A wire-to-wire runaway at Augusta National. A nail-biter on the edge of Puget Sound. And another major heartache for Johnson.

5 years ago (2020)

Site: Winged Foot Golf Club

Winner: Bryson DeChambeau

Runner-up: Matthew Wolff

Score: 69-68-70-67-274

Margin: 6 shots

Winner’s share: $2,250,000

Noteworthy: It was the first U.S. Open in September since 1913.

AP story: Call him a mad scientist in a tam o’shanter cap. Call him a game-changer in golf. Any description of Bryson DeChambeau now starts with U.S. Open champion. In a breathtaking performance Sunday at Winged Foot, on a course so demanding no one else broke par, DeChambeau blasted away with his driver and had short irons from the ankle-deep rough on his way to a 3-under 67. When his 7-foot par putt fell on the 18th, DeChambeau thrust those two powerful arms into the air. This was validation that his idea to add 40 pounds of mass, to produce an incredible amount of speed and power, would lead to moments like this. Two shots behind Matthew Wolff going into the final round, he passed him in five holes, pulled away to start the back nine and wound up winning by six shots. Wolff, trying to become the first player since Francis Ouimet in 1913 to win the U.S. Open in his debut, closed with a 75.

Aliquippa Police enforcing noise ordinance

Story by Sandy Giordano – Beaver County Radio. Published June 9, 2025 7:13 A.M.

(Aliquippa, Pa) Aliquippa Police want residents to be aware that they are enforcing their noise ordinance. If you live in Aliquippa, whether you’re young or old, you must comply with the ordinance of no noise after 10pm. Police are asking that you abide by the ordinance, and say that applies to children, too. Officers will be patrolling neighborhoods to check for noise.