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Dollar Tree store will open “soon” in Rochester

(File Photo of Open for Business Sign)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Rochester, PA) Renovations have started to turn the former Rite-Aid on Brighton Avenue in Rochester into a Dollar Tree store. A Dollar Tree sign was installed officially at that location at the end of October. The opening date for the new store has not been announced yet, but a sign on the front of it says that it is “coming soon.” According to its website, Dollar Tree already has 366 locations in Pennsylvania, including stores in Center, Chippewa, Cranberry, Hopewell and Moon townships and Economy, Ellwood City and Leetsdale.

Ronald D. Jones (1954-2025)

Ronald D. Jones, 71, of Economy Borough, passed away October 30th, 2025, in UPMC North Hills Passavant Hospital in Pittsburgh with his loving family by his side.

He was born in Rochester on February 12th, 1954, a son of the late Albert and Vera Clear Jones. He is survived by his loving wife, Judy Leheny Jones, his son, Chris (Patty) Jones, his daughter, Rhiannon Dusold, two sisters, Susan Dudash and Pat Miller, his brother, Donald Jones, four grandchildren: Brendan Jones, Delaney, Maverick and Callon Dusold; along with numerous nieces & nephews.

Ronald was a retired employee of J&L Steel, a retired grounds crewman for US Air and was the owner of The Movie Store in Ambridge. He enjoyed traveling and spending time with his family.

A celebration of life will take place on Saturday November 8th, from 12-3 P.M. in the 412 Project Speakeasy, 988 Brodhead Road, Moon Township. Arrangements have been entrusted to the John Syka Funeral Home, Inc, 833 Kennedy Drive, Ambridge.

To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Ronald D. Jones, please visit the floral store of the John Syka Funeral Home, Inc. by clicking here.

Jason Fennell (1983-2025)

Jason Fennell, 42, of Baden, passed away on October 31st, 2025, at UPMC Mercy Hospital in Pittsburgh, with loving family by his side. He was born in Sewickley on June 28, 1983, the son of Cheryl Rowley Fennell. In addition to his mother, he is survived by his two daughters, Joselyn Hallahan & Kylee Fennell, his sister, Justine Fennell, his grandmothers, Phyllis Rowley and Regina Wilson and an aunt, Tanya (Michael) Ruchti. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Kermeth Rowley; aunt, Mary (George) Fraser and uncle, Gary Hall.

Jason graduated from Ambridge High School in 2002. He worked for Atlas in their warehouse as a Customer Service Representative for 13 years.  In Jason’s spare time, he loved to go fishing and play video games. He was soft-spoken and truly a kind soul, who loved his daughters, endlessly.  He will be deeply missed and loved, always.

In accordance with Jason’s wishes, he will be cremated. No services are being held. Arrangements have been entrusted to the John Syka Funeral Home, Inc. 833, Kennedy Drive, Ambridge.

To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Jason Fennell, please visit the floral store of the John Syka Funeral Home, Inc by clicking here.

Darlington man charged and jailed after shooting a woman during an argument in Darlington Township

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Darlington Township, PA) Forty-nine-year-old Chris Shutack of Darlington is facing charges of aggravated assault and related charges after police confirm he shot Anna Vellone of Columbiana, Ohio in her leg during a verbal altercation in Darlington Township on Saturday. The incident occurred at 102 Moffett Drive at around 5 a.m. Police also note that Shutack allegedly choked and pushed Vellone before shooting her in the lower leg and Vellone was taken to a Pittsburgh area hospital and is expected to recover. Records show that Shutack is in the Beaver County Jail and online court records state that he is charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, strangulation, tampering with or fabricating evidence, simple assault and having a firearm while prohibited. The bail for Shutack is set at $200,000.

Pennsylvania Beef Council and PIAA Team Up for Fourth Year to Celebrate “Beef’s Best” at Fall Sports Concession Stands

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Bedford, PA) According to a release on Friday from abundance-creative.com, the Northeast Beef Promotion Initiative (NEBPI) and the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association (PIAA) have launched the second annual Beef’s Best Concession Stand Contest, which invites schools across Pennsylvania to show off their most creative and crowd-pleasing beef menu items. The Pennsylvania Beef Council through the NEBPI, will continue its partnership with the PIAA for the fourth year in a row. The winning school will receive a cash prize of $250, a display banner, and Beef’s Best T-shirts and a commemorative plaque, and the first 10 schools to enter will receive a swag kit that is beef-themed. Entries close tomorrow, but they are open now. The link to enter can be found below, or you can scan the QR code on the headline photo to apply.

Click here to enter the 2025 Beef’s Best Fall Concession Stand Contest.

Comrie makes 28 saves, Lambert scores 1st NHL goal as Jets top Penguins 5-2

(File Photo: Source for Photo: Winnipeg Jets’ Brad Lambert (93) celebrates his goal against the Pittsburgh Penguins during the first period of an NHL hockey game, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, in Winnipeg, Manitoba. (John Woods/The Canadian Press via AP)

WINNIPEG, Manitoba (AP) — Rookie forward Brad Lambert scored his first NHL goal and backup goalie Eric Comrie made 28 saves as the Winnipeg Jets beat the Pittsburgh Penguins 5-2 Saturday.

Kyle Connor scored twice, including an empty-net goal, and Gabriel Valardi and Vladislav Namestnikov also scored for Winnipeg (9-3-0).

Sidney Crosby and Blake Lizotte scored for Pittsburgh (8-3-2). Arturs Silovs made 29 saves.

Vilardi scored 15 seconds into the game, grabbing the rebound of a shot by Josh Morrissey and banking the puck off Silovs into the net.

Lambert struck at 2:43 of the first. He was to Silovs’ right and teammate Parker Ford carried the puck behind the Penguins’ net and attempted a wrap around. The puck squirted through the crease and Lambert converted.

The Jets burst out of the gate in the second period, too. Namestnikov and Jonathan Toews rushed into the Penguins’ zone and, after Toews hesitated with the puck for a split second, the Russian winger deflected a pass behind Silovs at 1:17. It was Namestnikov’s sixth of the season.

Connor scored on a penalty shot at 12:13 of the second. Silovs misplayed the puck in the Penguins’ corner during a Pittsburgh power play and threw his stick when Connor lunged for the puck in front of an empty net.

Connor beat Silvos with a backhand shot to the glove side for what was technically a short-handed goal for his seventh of the season.

Crosby scored Pittsburgh’s first goal with 12 seconds remaining in the second, deflecting Erik Karlsson’s point shot behind Comrie.

The Penguins pulled within two goals just after the halfway point of the third. Lizotte crashed Comrie’s crease for his second goal of the season.

The Penguins kept one of the NHL’s top power plays off the scoresheet, killing all three of their penalties.

Up next

Penguins: At the Toronto Maple Leafs on Monday.

Jets: At the Los Angeles Kings on Tuesday in the opener of a six-game trip.

Yankee Trader 11-01-25

11-01-25 Listings

 

VAL       (Beaver)        PHONE:  724-513-9390

Christmas Items.  Lots to choose from:  Ornaments, home décor, Vintage ornaments, Cards, ribbon and more. Includes Artificial Christmas Trees 4 ½ foot undecorated or 30” completely decorated with gold butterflies.  Will send photos.  Make an offer

Lenox Fine Bone China in the Eclipse pattern. Pearl color with small black & gold trim on edges-very elegant. 11  5-piece place settings.  Also Noritake China.  12 5-piece place settings with a lovely pattern.

PRICE: Make an offer

 

Werner 20 foot commercial aluminum extension ladder. Used very few times around the home.    $100

 

Canadian Lynx Fur Coat.  Size medium.  Make an offer.

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Mary               Patterson                878-264-8535

Lazy Boy 77” Recliner Sofa.  Both ends recline.  Dark green color w tiny yellow pinstripes.  Nearly new, but I’m redecorating and need a smaller sofa.                 $300.00

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Charlie                  Beaver Falls                   724-843-2560

1999 1100 Honda Shadow Spirit with only 38,000 miles.  Well maintained with current inspection.  Custom exhaust and 2 brand new Michelin tires.  Saddle bags and 2 Travel bags that sit behind rider are included.  Silver & black.  Already wired for you to use a battery tender.  Excellent condition…runs great.   Only $2,500 OR will trade for a Honda Rebel (preferably 500-but call either way!).

BONUS: He’ll throw in a really nice helmet!

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Jake        Beaver Falls           412-974-2464

LTB (looking to buy) a Chainsaw 16” or smaller

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Robert            Baden/Economy area     724-777-3096

MTD 2 stage Snow Blower w pull or electric start.  5.5-6 hp Deluxe model designed to remove heavy snow.  Even has a built in light console for working in the dark.  Well maintained in very good condition.  Cost 850 new.  Asking $550.00

Aliquippa wins 21-14 against Trinity in playoff showdown

Story by Curtis Walsh – Beaver County Radio. Published October 31, 2025 9:15 P.M.

(Washington, Pa) The Aliquippa Quips travelled to Washington Friday night to visit the Trinity Hillers for the quarterfinal round of 2025 WPIAL playoffs.

Both teams got off to a fiery start with Aliquippa scoring on the opening drive to lead the game 7-0. Trinity soon answered on their possession marching down the field to knot the game at 7-7.

As the end of the first half was approaching Aliquippa marched down the field to 1st & Goal. With seconds left until the half, Trinity held Aliquippa at the goal line until time ran out, ending the half tied at 7-7.

Trinity started the second half with the ball. As a result, the Hillers managed to drive down the field and score 7 more making it a 14-7 game.

Aliquippa’s first possession in the second half was similar to the last in the first half. They marched down the field only to be halted by big Trinity stops.

With 6 minutes left in the game, Aliquippa managed a big run play to score and tie the game.

As the end of the game approached with the score still tied, Quip made a big pass play to grab a 21-14 lead with 20 seconds left.

Aliquippa held Trinity for the last 20 seconds and made a sack at the yard line to end the game and take the playoff victory.

FINAL SCORE: Aliquippa 21 Trinity 14 

Annual Beaver Falls free Christmas dinner not returning for 2025

Story by Curtis Walsh – Beaver County Radio. Published October 31, 2025 5:31 P.M.

(Beaver Falls, Pa) A yearly community free Christmas dinner will not be returning for 2025. Care Ministries, who hosts the annual event, made the announcement Friday on Facebook.

Organizers Stephen and Rebecca Ficca Salopek stated ongoing health issues as the reason for discontinuing the dinner. They added that “it has been a heart-wrenching decision” and thanked everybody for their support over the years.

The dinner was hosted annually for the last 31 years at the Beaver Falls High School.

Beaver man charged for careless driving after crashing his vehicle in Potter Township

(File Photo of a Pennsylvania State Police Trooper Car)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Potter Township, PA) Pennsylvania State Police in Beaver reported via release today that twenty-three-year-old Giovanni Hupp-Thompson of Beaver was charged for careless driving after causing a single-vehicle crash in Potter Township on the morning of October 13th, 2025. Hupp-Thompson was driving on I-376 West at 4:48 a.m. and hit a metal barrier off to the right side of the road, which caused his vehicle to flip multiple times. Hupp-Thompson was transported because of his injuries, which are unknown at this time, but police suspect them to be serious. The vehicle of Hupp-Thompson sustained damage on its drivers side panels, passenger side panels, hood and roof.