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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News
(Bucyrus, OH) According to New Sewickley Township Police Chief Gregory Carney, several people are facing criminal charges due to their involvement in the incident of a missing Beaver County teenager. New Sewickley Township police were searching for seventeen-year-old Isabella Phillips, who was safely found in Ohio on Saturday at the home of an unidentified suspect. That person was arrested after police concluded that the person picked up Phillips after traveling to Pennsylvania.According to a release from the New Sewickley Township Police Department, Phillips was last seen on the 500 block of Glen Eden Road before she went missing.
(Independence Township, PA) Pennsylvania State Police in Beaver report that a eighteen-year-old from Aliquippa caused a single-vehicle crash in Independence Township on Thursday. Gavin Price hit a tree because he did not complete a curve on 164 Parrish Road before he escaped the scene. According to police, the primary violation for Price is for driving under the influence and unsafe driving. However, police are conducting an ongoing investigation for this incident.
(Aliquippa, PA) A man from Los Angeles, California pleaded guilty to both being involved in a drug operation and mailing cocaine to Beaver County. According to the Department of Justice, thirty-three-year-old Jose Angel Sanchez entered a guilty plea on Thursday. A 2022 investigation into Sanchez confirms that he mailed 2 kilograms of cocaine to Aliquippa, which then went to West Virginia for a co-defendant, Christopher Salgado. The sentencing for Sanchez will be on October 2nd. Sanchez could get a maximum of no less than ten years and up to a life sentence in jail, an up to $10 million fine, or both, provided by the law.
(File Photo of Pennsylvania State Police Trooper Badge)
Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News
(Beaver County, PA) Pennsylvania State Police in Beaver report that a shotgun was stolen by an unidentified suspect at the Hookstown VFD Gunbash on Saturday. According to police, the stolen shotgun was reported as a Black and wooden Armscor Rock Island armory, RSS,20 inch, 12 gauge with the serial number, R568506. If you have any other information about the gun, please call 724-773-7400.
PITTSBURGH — George Strait threw no curves Saturday, the “King of Country Music” just delivered straight-up honkytonking music for a full throng at Acrisure Stadium.
With no fanfare, the house lights dropped at 9:10 p.m., as Strait got down to business with “Twang,” the first of his nearly 30 song selections that set an immediate tone, where pedal steel swoops and bendy guitar from Strait’s Ace in The Hole Band would pave the way for a night of real-deal country
“Check Yes Or No” came next, the first of many former No. 1 singles from the 73-year-old Texan dressed in flannel and denim like he just put in a hard day’s work at “Yellowstone’s” Dutton Ranch.
A mixed-age crowd related to the let’s-live-for-today fun of “Here For A Good Time,” one of many songs to spark one of Strait’s endearingly lopsided smiles, with the left part of the lip raised a little higher.
The tone grew more serious for “Weight of The Badge,” where the video screens behind the stage showed a dozen or so photos of Pittsburgh Police officers, while Strait talked briefly and sang about the importance and sacrifices of police officers. Beaver Valley concertgoers traveling home on Route 65 after the concert got to see police in action, at a DUI checkpoint in Bellevue that stopped motorists headed both directions.
A little later in the night, Strait welcomed on stage a combat-wounded veteran from western Pennsylvania who has become one of the approximately 120 such vets to receive a free home through Strait’s partnership with the Military Warriors Support Foundation. The Steel City crowd chanted “USA, USA, USA.”
Strait thanked First Responders, too, before the western-swing rave-up “The Fireman,” which lyrically is about the exploits of a ladies’ man.
George Strait at Acrisure Stadium on Saturday. (Photo by Alysa Rubin/Pittsburgh Steelers)
Stalwart opening act Chris Stapleton strolled back out on stage in unassuming fashion, joining Strait for a tasty trio of “Cowboys Like Us,” “You Don’t Know What You’re Missing” and “Honky Tonk Hall of Fame,” that latter mid-tempo song featuring Stapleton on acoustic guitar.
Strait’s voice remained strong as the set moved on to a cover of Waylon Jennings’ famed “Lukenbach Texas,” 2019’s breezy, bouncy “Every Little Honky Tonk Bar,” and Strait’s beachy 2024 single “MIA Down in MIA.”
Saying he’s often asked which of his recordings he’s loves the best, Strait provided the answer, as he sailed into a lovely “Amarillo by Morning.”
The perfect choice, but anyone rooting for “All My Ex’s Live in Texas” only had to wait four songs later to hear that one in an encore that stretched past 11 p.m.
A far cry from the fire- and pyro-laden concert of new country stars Post Malone and Jelly Roll two nights earlier at PNC Park, Strait, regaled his fans with a largely no-frills night of well-written, expertly performed and traditional Texas country.
Long live The King.
A scene from George Strait at Acrisure Stadium. (Photo by Alysa Rubin/ Pittsburgh Steelers)
Stapleton was a solid pick as chief support act. Explaining early that his banter would be limited so he could squeeze in as many songs as possible, Stapleton and his accomplished band supplied 82-minutes of country-rock gusto.
Stapleton’s guitar string shredding excelled on “Second One to Know,” while many songs brought a soul-drenched seasoning complete with vocal harmonies from his wife Morgane Stapleton.
“Outlaw State of Mind” was an utter jam, with harmonica, tambourine and keyboards slapped with an an open palm. Stapleton did a fine live debut of “Bad As I Used to Be.”
A guy in the upper deck at the back of the stadium proposed during “You Should Probably Leave” (curious choice.) “Did she say ‘Yes?'” Stapleton asked, with audience cheers affirming a yes.
“Tennessee Whiskey” brought Stapleton’s powerhouse, and likewise no-frills set to a smooth and smoking finish.
Those who seek good food, music and smiles have plenty of options for fun this June.
Here is your Beaver Valley entertainment guide, with Pittsburgh suggestions, too.
June 2: Pinball PA, Pennsylvania’s largest vintage video arcade and museum featuring over 400 pinball machines and classic video games, 2284 Brodhead Road, Hopewell Township. Open 2-10 p.m. Tuesdays through Fridays, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturdays and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sundays. pinballpa.com.
June 4: 4: Yo-Yo Ma with the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra, Heinz Hall, Pittsburgh. pittsburghsymphony.org.
June 5-8: Dollar Bank Three Rivers Arts Festival with concerts, 200 art vendors, food, family activities and more, at the riverfront lots at the 15th Street Plaza along Waterfront Place in Pittsburgh’s Strip District. traf.trustarts.org
5: The Living Dead Weekend, a zombie-themed celebration, Monroeville Mall. thelivingdeadweekend.com.
6: “Ballerina,” a John Wick spinoff, opens in movie theaters.
6: Rocky Bleier’s Roll Call for Greatness, with the Pittsburgh Steelers legend and Vietnam War veteran reception honoring Centenarian Veterans of World War II and commemorating the 250th birthday of the U.S. Army, 3 p.m. Stage AE, Pittsburgh. promowestlive.com.
7: BBQ & Brews Fest, barbecue, craft brews, music, unique vendors, noon to 6 p.m. Townsend Park, New Brighton.
7: Soapbox Derby Racing, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., 911 Center at 14th street, Ambridge.
7-8: 3 Rivers Comicon at David L. Lawrence Convention Center, Pittsburgh. 3riverscomicon.com.
12-14: Aliquippa Greek Festival with authentic Greek food, Kimisis Tis Theotokou Greek Orthodox Church, 2111 Division St., Aliquippa. Hours are 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily. theotokou.org.
12: “An Evening With Sarah Penner,” New York Times best-selling author, 6 p.m. Community College of Beaver County. Her new book, “The Amalfi Curse,” explores the history of poison, unearthing ancient remedies to modern forensics, and delving into the world of apothecaries and the evolution of toxicology. beaverlibraries.org.
13: Thomas Rhett 7:30 p.m., Pavilion at Star Lake, Burgettstown. livenation.com.
13-15: Bantam Jeep Festival celebrating the local creation of Jeeps, with on and off-road experiences to embrace the vehicle’s past and the lifestyle it now promotes, plus a Jeep history exhibit, vendor area and food, Coopers Lake Campground, Slippery Rock. bantamjeepfestival.com.
14: Babesburgh, Connecting and celebrating the women of Western Pennsylvania and beyond through fun & fierce events, workshops, and classes, Allegheny Landing Park on Pittsburgh’s North Shore. babesburgh.com.
14: June Jamboree, Hopewell Park, noon to 6 p.m. with live music, food trucks, raffles, 50/50, and volleyball to benefit The Beaver County Sheriff’s K9 Department. Bring any pet food for a door prize ticket.
17: Pittsburgh CLO opens “Camelot” at the Benedum Center, Pittsburgh. pittsburghclo.org.
20: “28 Years Later” opens in movie theaters.
20-22 and 27-29: “Sister Act” at Lincoln Park Performing Arts Center, Midland. lincolnparkarts.org.
21: Cruizin’ The Ridge car cruise, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., outside Beaver County Radio studios, 4301 Dutch Ridge Road, Brighton Township. beavercountyradio.com.
Cruizin’ The Ridge invites vintage car enthusiasts to the monthly event outside Beaver County Radio studios.
26: Avril Lavigne: The Greatest Hits, 7 p.m. at The Pavilion at Star Lake, Burgettstown. livenation.com.
27: Read Between The Wines 6-9 p.m. wine and book walk, hosted by the New Brighton Public Library. eventbrite.com.
27: Kenny Sharp and Brown Liquor Music 7 p.m. at P.J. Caul Park in Ambridge. Enjoy live music alongside Fermata Brewing, food trucks, local artists, the Sweetwater Center for the Arts’ Sweet Ride art bus for kids, fun children’s activities and Bruster’s Ice Cream. Part of the Genesis Collective’s Uncommon Concerts and Conversations series.
27: Big Butler Fair opens and runs through July 5. Carnival rides, concerts and county fair activities. bigbutlerfair.com.
27: “M3GAN 2.0” opens in movie theaters.
30: WWE Monday Night Raw, pro wrestling at PPG Paints Arena, 5:30 p.m. ppgpaintsarena.com.
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The New Sewickley Township Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in locating 17-year-old Isabella Phillips. Phillips is a resident of New Sewickley Township, who was last seen on Friday May 30, 2025, walking in the area of Glen Eden Road and Zeigler Road in New Sewickley Township at approximately 11:00 am.
Phillips was last seen wearing boots, grey sweatpants, a grey hoodie or coat, and a flower print backpack. Phillips is 5’1” tall weighing approximately 147 pounds with brown hair and brown eyes. Phillips
also wears glasses and has a piercing on the left side of her nose and lower lip. Phillips also has a tattoo of her brother on her left ankle.
New Sewickley Fire District personnel, as well as search and rescue organizations are assisting in a search of the area where Phillips was last seen. The search is ongoing through the use of specialized canines, drones, and trained search and rescue personnel. Additionally, the New Sewickley Township Police Department is being assisted by Federal, State, County
and local law enforcement partners.
This is an active and ongoing investigation. All tips and information are being followed up on and investigated. Anyone with information is asked to call the New Sewickley Township Police Department at 724-774-2473 or the Beaver County Emergency Services Center at 724-775-0881.
Carol J. Platko, 80, of Burtchville, Michigan, formerly of Rochester, passed away on May 27th, 2025 at her home. She was born in New Brighton on October 11th, 1944, the daughter of the late Carl H. and Martha Jean Herzog Householder. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Robert J. Platko and a brother, Robert Householder. She is survived by two sons and a daughter-in-law, Christopher R. and Brandi L. Platko of Burtchville, Michigan and Carl J. Platko of Hopewell, six granddaughters: Morgan, Mackenzie, Marissa, Kaelyn, Dakohta and Camrin; as well as a sister-in-law, Sandra Householder of Ohioville, and several other brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law: Joseph Platko and his spouse, Keven White of Ashville, Michael and Vicki Platko, Dianna Platko, and Judith and Daniel Dettorre, all of Rochester. She is also survived Carol by numerous nieces and nephews.
Carol was a housewife, a homemaker and a former nurse’s aide with the former New Brighton Hospital. She was a member of St. Edward on the Lake Catholic Church of Lakeport, Michigan and a former member of St. Cecilia Roman Catholic Church of Rochester. Friends will be received on Monday, June 2nd from 2-4 P.M. and 6-8 P.M. in the William Murphy Funeral Home, Inc. 349 Adams Street, Rochester where a blessing service will be held on Tuesday, June 3rd at 11 A.M. Interment will follow in Sylvania Hills Memorial Park, 273 PA-68, Rochester. The family wishes for memorial contributions be sent to the Beaver County Humane Society at 3394 Broadhead Road, Aliquippa, PA 15001.
Story by Curtis Walsh – Beaver County Radio. Published May 30, 2025 9:58 P.M.
(West Mifflin, Pa) President Donald Trump made a visit to western PA Friday afternoon. The President arrived shortly before 5pm at the Allegheny County Airport and held a rally at the U.S. Steel Irvin Plant.
Shortly after his arrival, all access to the site was restricted and many supporters were turned around at the entrance where the Irvin Plant sign displayed a message that read “THANK YOU PRESIDENT TRUMP!”
Beaver County Radio attempted to speak with those in the area about Trump’s visit and the steel deal. While many declined to give a comment, a few decided to speak with us.
One man who is a former steelworker said, “it sounds like a good deal, we definitely need that”. Another stated “allegedly the deal is a good deal, and I hope Donald Trump protects the truckers”.
There was a small group of protesters in the area as well who said “Trump has claimed time and time again to have made great deals, but it’s all just smoke and mirrors and he’s destroying the economy”.
During the rally, Trump told numerous steelworkers he was joined by that he will double foreign steel tariffs to 50%. A short while later he announced in an online post that aluminum would face the tariff hike as well. Those increases are said to be going into effect on Wednesday.
Last week, Trump announced that an agreement was made for Nippon Steel to have partial ownership of US Steel after originally saying he would block the deal. Besides Nippon Steel promoting a 14 billion dollar investment into US Steel, further details about the deal have yet to be announced as of Friday.
WATCH: President Trump’s motorcade rolls through West Mifflin during his departure around 6:50 P.M.
