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Kathleen Diamond Girting (1945-2026)

Kathleen Diamond Girting, 80, of Midland, passed away on February 23rd, 2026 at her home surrounded by her family. She was born on March 3, 1945, a daughter of the late Roscoe and Mahala Dillion Diamond. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, John H. Girting, her daughter, Darcey J. Adkins, her grandson, Kai Chandler, as well as her siblings: Wilma Jean Miglore, Polly Mae Wahl, Clayton Diamond, Jim “Dude” Diamond, and Melvin Diamond. She is survived  by  her cherished family, including her son and daughter-in-law, Stephen J. and Michelle Girting of South Beaver Township, daughters and son-in-law, Haley L. and Quin Logan of Hemet, California and Johnna S. Girting Smith and her companion, Mike Patrisian of Calcutta, Ohio, 14 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren, sister and brother-in-law, Florine and Tony McLean of Vero Beach, Florida, as well as her sisters and brothers-in-law including: Kathy “Sissie” Epley, Midland, Carol and Paul DiGiacomo, Ohioville, Terri and Sam Vojnovich, Ohioville, Ron “Sonny” Girting, Industry, and Joseph Girting and his companion, Sara Davidson of Charlotte, North Carolina, as well as so many loved nieces and nephews, and cherished family friends. The family would also like to thank the hospice care provided by Tammi and the staff from Pinnacle for their outstanding care and compassion.

Kathleen graduated from Western Beaver High School and she was involved in the Women’s Auxiliary at the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 8168 and American Legion Post 481. She loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.

Friends will be received on Friday, February 27th from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the Schwerha-Noll Funeral Home,  629 Midland Avenue, Midland, who was in charge of her arrangements, and where a Celebration of Life service will be held on Saturday, February 28th at 11:00 a.m.

To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of Kathleen Girting, please visit the flower store of the Noll Funeral Home, Inc. by clicking here.

Paul S. Trojan (1947-2026)

Paul S. Trojan, 79, of Economy, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on February 23rd, 2026, at Concordia at Villa St. Joseph Personal Care.

He was born in Karlovy Vary, Czechoslovakia on January 24th, 1947, the son of the late Gregory and Lillian Trojan. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Cathy, and his infant twin sons, Paul & Michael in 1985.

He is survived by his daughters, Mary (Brian) Empson, Monica (Josh) Brunner and Paula (Bryan) Green, grandchildren: Alex, Vincent, Amelia, and Emery; along with his favorite grand-dog, Bentley, as well as numerous extended family members and friends.

Paul worked and retired from many years of service from St. Paul’s Travelers insurance Agency as a Senior Loss Control Risk Consultant. He was a devout Catholic, and was a long time member of Our Lady of Peace Church in Conway. In his free time, he enjoyed golfing, his daughters’ sporting events, and grilling Sunday dinners. He and his parents immigrated to the USA when he was 2 years old and settled in Cleveland, Ohio. He attended St. Edwards High School and Cleveland State University. He continued to follow St. Edwards’ sports teams throughout his life. He met his wife, Cathy, while working in Cleveland where he was a long time Cleveland sports fan. After having his daughters, he settled in the Pittsburgh area and converted to a Pittsburgh sports fan, cheering on the Steelers, Penguins, and Pirates. He enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his daughters and grandkids. He selflessly devoted himself as a caretaker to his family ensuring all their needs were met.

Friends will be received on Thursday, February 26th from 5-8 P.M. in the GABAUER-TODD FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES (Branch), 340 Third Street, Beaver, who was in charge of his arrangements, and where prayers will be offered on Friday, February 27th at 10 A.M. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 A.M. at Saints Peter and Paul Roman Catholic Church, 200 Third Street, Beaver, with Fr. Howard Campbell as celebrant.

Interment will follow in Oak Grove Cemetery, 1101 9th Street Extension, Freedom.

The family would like to thank the staff at Concordia of Cranberry, Concordia at Villa St. Joseph Personal Care, and Good Samaritan Hospice for the care they have provided over the years.

John Bundy (1944-2026)

John Bundy, 81, of Moon Township, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away on February 22nd, 2026.

He was born in Sewickley on October 29th, 1944, a son of the late John and Elizabeth M. (Almacy) Bundy. He was one of seven children. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by four brothers-in-law: John Walker, Clarence McKay, Charles Wendt, and William Minch. He is survived by his beloved wife, Janet (Todd) Bundy, three daughters, Shawna Tiu (James) of Oakdale, Michelle Marino (Curt) of Moon Township and Stacey Barcia (Tony) of Wexford, six grandchildren: Curtis Marino (Emily), Anthony Musi (Mary), Taylor Marino, Logan Barcia (Maria), Brooke Barcia (fiancé, Camden), and Tyler Barcia; as well as two great-grandchildren, Franco and Lena Musi and six siblings: Patricia Walker, Georgia McKay, Susan Bundy, David Bundy (Nancy), Sandra Minch, and Debra Bachman (David).

John spent more than 65 years helping build and operate his family’s baking pan manufacturing company, Premier Pan / USA Pan, contributing to a legacy that spanned generations. His dedication and work ethic were a constant throughout his life. Outside of his professional life, he embraced adventure. He had a passion for boating, loved flying airplanes, and enjoyed traveling, always seeking new experiences and appreciating the freedom they brought him. He often expressed that his greatest accomplishment was his family. He loved them deeply, took great pride in their lives and achievements, and cherished each of them.

Family and friends will be received on Friday, February 27th, from 4–8 P.M. at Huntsman Funeral Home of Moon Township (1522 Coraopolis Heights Road), who was in charge of his arrangements, and where a funeral service will be held on Saturday, February 28th at 9:30 A.M.

Youngstown, Ohio man charged for single-vehicle crash in Lawrence County

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Lawrence County, PA) Pennsylvania State Police in New Castle reported via release today  that thirty-five-year-old Charles Findlay of Youngstown, Ohio was charged after a single-vehicle crash in Lawrence County last night. At 11:49 p.m., Findlay was driving on State Route 18 in Wampum Borough and passed a vehicle in a no passing lane and lost control of his vehicle before hitting a guide rail. The vehicle of Findlay also hit an embankment after going off of the road and he was transported to St. Elizabeth Hospital with an injury with an unknown severity. 

Crothall Healthcare Names AHN Wexford Hospital Platinum-Plus Winner for Environmental Services Excellence

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Allegheny County, PA) Allegheny Health Network (AHN) Wexford Hospital announced today that it has been recognized by Crothall Healthcare with the prestigious Platinum-Plus award for its outstanding 2025 performance in environmental services (EVS). This recognition highlights the exceptional work of the EVS team, which has been collaboratively managed by Crothall Healthcare since April of 2020. Environmental Services (EVS) in a hospital plays a critical role in safety of patients, prevention for infection and the overall patient experience. The EVS team is also responsible for maintaining a clean, safe and sanitary  environment throughout the hospital, from its patient rooms and ORs to its common areas and administrative offices. 

Governor Shapiro says Pennsylvania is at the “epicenter” of bird flu outbreak in recent meeting in Lancaster County

(File Photo: Source for Photo: Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro visits the Hershey Company’s new manufacturing plant in Hershey, Pa., Wednesday, April 16, 2025. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Lancaster County, PA) Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro met with farmers and state agriculture officials in Lancaster County yesterday to discuss concerns about rising bird flu cases in the state. Recent United States Department of Agriculture data shows that since the start of 2026, over 7 million birds in commercial and backyard flocks in Pennsylvania have been affected by avian flu outbreaks. Most of those cases have been reported in commercial flocks in Lancaster. According to Shapiro, this represents more than half of all avian flu cases in the United States. 

Pittsburgh Action Against Rape representative urges parents to look for signs of sextortion

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Pittsburgh, PA) A representative from the nonprofit Pittsburgh Action Against Rape (PAAR) is now urging parents to look for signs of sextortion and talk with their teenagers about it. This comes after a recent incident in which according to investigators, at least twenty-one boys were catfished and sextorted after an eighteen-year-old Peters Township High School senior, Zachariah Meyers, pretended to be an adult film star from the Netherlands, with at least 14 teenagers sending pornographic pictures of themselves. William McGinnis, the director of education for PAAR, stated that some of the signs of sextortion are commonly associated with trauma. 

Wife of second victim killed in 2025 explosion at the U.S. Steel Clairton Coke Works plant files lawsuit against U.S. Steel and Nippon Steel for wrongful death

(File Photo: Source for Photo: The Clairton Coke Works, a U.S. Steel coking plant, is seen Monday, Aug 11, 2025, in Clairton, Penn. (AP Photo/Gene Puskar)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Clairton, PA) The wife of one of the two men who died from the August 11th, 2025 explosion at the U.S. Steel Clairton Coke Works plant outside of Pittsburgh has filed a lawsuit against U.S. Steel and Nippon Steel. The wife of fifty-two-year-old Steven Menefee of Clairton recently filed the lawsuit in the Allegheny County Court of Common Pleas to sue for a wrongful death. The family of thirty-nine-year-old Timothy Quinn of Fitz Henry of Westmoreland County, who was the other man that died in this explosion last year, also filed a lawsuit against Nippon Steel last week. Both complaints allege that the explosion at the 13-14 Coke Battery transfer area was caused by the rupture of an 18-inch cast-iron valve, which released coke oven gas into the area, which then ignited. 

Bus collides with another vehicle in Pittsburgh

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Pittsburgh, PA) One person was treated for injuries on scene after officials said a school bus was involved in a crash in Pittsburgh yesterday afternoon. According to Pittsburgh Public Safety officials, at 3:45 p.m., first responders were called to the intersection of Brownsville Road and Stewart Avenue following a reported crash involving a school bus. Preliminary information indicated that the school bus was traveling on Stewart Avenue toward Brownsville Road when it collided with another vehicle. Officials stated that a juvenile was treated by EMS for minor facial injuries. Nobody was taken to the hospital.