Author: Beaver County Radio

Center Twp. Dollar General Store In Violation Of Township Ordinance

The Center Township Board of Supervisors met last night and reported that the Dollar General store, located on Pleasant Drive, is in violation of a township’s ordinance because neighboring properties are being flooded during heavy rains. According to Beaver County Radio News Correspondent Sandy Giordano, letters were sent to the store in October 2015 and, most recently in January informing them that they are in violation of the Storm Water Management Ordinance. The supervisors said they want immediate action on the problem.

Four Tickets Up For Grabs!

(Beaver County, PA)  Beaver County Children and Youth Services and Beaver County Radio, 1230 WBVP and 1460 WMBA,  are partnering together to “Foster Fun In Your Community” this summer”.  Listen for your chance this week to answer Pirates trivia questions and get registered in a family four pack of bucco tickets giveaway for the upcoming Pirates-Padres game at PNC Park on August 9, 2016.  the winner will be announced and notified during the Saturday Morning Sports Slam this Saturday between 8 A.M. and 10 A.M.  on WBVP and WMBA. Upcoming “Beaver County Bucco Believer” ticket Give-a-ways of family four packs of Pirates tickets  include:

August 22 vs. The Houston Astros

Run For McGuire Press release August 1, 2016

For Immediate Release:                      Contact:  Mark Peterson 724-846-4100

 August 1, 2016                                    peterson@beavercountyradio.com                       

WBVP and WMBA partner with area motorcyclists to raise money for McGuire Memorial.

(Beaver County, PA) The annual “Run For McGuire, A Special Ride For Special People”, is set to take place on Sunday August 7, 2016. Beaver County Radio, WBVP and WMBA are pleased to organize and sponsor the charity event which is expected to draw dozens of motorcycle drivers and riders. All net proceeds generated from the ride will be donated to the ongoing mission of inspiring hope and fostering growth for the special people served by McGuire Memorial. Last year’s ride raised over $2,000.

This year’s route is an exciting 60 mile trek that starts at WBVP-WMBA, 1316 7th Avenue in Beaver Falls, then heads north into Lawrence County before stopping for a visit at McGuire Memorial in Daugherty Township and then traversing to the southern parts of Beaver County through Aliquippa, Raccon Township, Brighton Township and eventually reaching the final destination in Brady’s Run Park. Registration begins at 9 A.M., with the ride commencing shortly after 11 A.M. Jim Siget from the Beaver Falls Police Department will provide a motorcycle police escort. Registration forms can be downloaded and printed by visiting www.beavercountyradio.com. The $15 donation for drivers and $10 donation for passengers includes a fantastic picnic following the ride with food provided by Texas Roadhouse in Monaca, PA. The first 200 participants will receive free “Goodie Bags”. Tee Shirts commemorating this year’s ride will also be available for $15 each, or two for $25. Drawings for prizes will also be conducted at the picnic celebration following the ride.

Opening Ceremonies will begin at 10:30 A.M. in front of the radio stations and feature a “Blessing of the Bikes” by McGuire Memorial Chaplain Father Michael Grebb. State Representatives Jim Marshall and Jim Christiana are also scheduled to offer words of encouragement to the riders during the brief program.

Numerous local businesses are sponsoring the “Run For McGuire”, including: Beaver County Radio – WBVP and WMBA, Pro-Action Suspension,  Auto Body Works,  American Legion Post 474,  A.V.V.A. Chapter 862,  Beaver Falls Police Association, Burg Bar and Grill, Cycle Motion, Darlington Cycle, Double J Saloon, Fischer’s New Brighton Foodland, Hyatt-Fennell, LLC, Marbull’s Restaurant and Tavern, Mazzant Painting
McMahon’s Cycle Sales, R.A.K. Enterprises, Rebecca Miller Farmers Insurance. Richner’s Auto Coach, Rochester Paving, Rochester Turners, Rochester-Beaver Lions Club, The Sabatini Family, Sam Spanos of Raymond James Financial, Six Packs Bar and Grill, Skerlec Contracting, State Representative Jim Marshall,  and Texas Roadhouse. However, donations and sponsorship opportunities are still available and are much appreciated.

This is an amazing event with an amazing story and presents a wonderful opportunity for photos of hundreds of motorcycles lining 7th Avenue in Beaver Falls as bikers arrive in the morning.

More information can be viewed by clicking the Run For McGuire web page at https://beavercountyradio.com/run-for-mcguire-reistration/.

Interested people can also follow the run for McGuire on Facebook for ongoing updates and news.

For more information, or to reserve a press pass for the event, call Mark Peterson at WBVP and WMBA at 724-846-4100.

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Cigarette Taxes Going Up Today In Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania’s cigarette tax is going up today by a buck per pack, giving smokers one more reason to quit or cross the border to buy. The tax will be $2.60 starting today, up from $1.60. It’s the largest-single increase on the state’s smokers since Pennsylvania first imposed a cigarette excise tax in 1935. For Democratic Gov. Tom Wolf and the Republican-controlled Legislature, it was a step toward addressing a long-term deficit.

Driver Injured When Car Strikes Firetruck In Pulaski Township

A driver was injured when a firetruck and car collided in Pulaski Township Saturday morning. The crash happened at 8:15 a.m. at the intersection of Rochester Road and Marion Hill Road. Firefighters say a Daughtery Township volunteer fire department truck was returning to the station from a drill in New Brighton. The truck was going through the intersection when a car, driven by a 26-year-old woman, skidded through a red light and struck the right rear of the fire truck. The driver was taken to Heritage Valley Hospital. Firefighters on the truck were not injured.

Beaver County Radio live at RJ Rhodes Transit Open House

Beaver County Radio Saturday Sports Slam co-host and Lead Lap Host Frank Sparks and Account Executive Sheila Dambaugh Broadcasted Live from RJ Rhodes Transit on Saturday July 30, 2016.  RJ Rhodes was holding an open house and job fair to invite perspective applicants in to visit and see what RJ Rhodes is all about.  There was plenty of food and games for the whole family. Michael Hope, Vice President informed our listeners that they could come down and drive a bus on a course they had set up on the grounds with an instructor. Also, with help from Chick-Fil-a and Beaver County Radio, RJ Rhodes is holding a fill the Bus promotion to benefit Beaver County students where they are trying to fill a bus with school supplies and then at the end of August he is going to drive around to Beaver County schools that RJ Rhodes services and donate the supplies.  Below are pictures of all the fun.

Investigators Say Man With Stolen Gun May Have Been Planning A Theater Massacre In Center Twp

A prosecutor says there’s a “real possibility” a Georgia man jailed on charges he brought a stolen gun and ammunition into a Center Township movie theater planned to shoot it up. Beaver County District Attorney David Lozier is talking about 21-year-old William Gossett, of Covington. He was arrested Saturday at the Cinemark Theater in Center Township on Saturday. Township police say they say they stopped Gossett after he walked into the theater with a large bag, wearing long-sleeved military fatigues despite temperatures in the 90s. Police say the handgun in the bag was stolen in Ohio. Gossett is charged only with receiving stolen property and having an unlicensed gun. Federal authorities confirm they’re also investigating.

Former State Rep. Mike Veon Calls Clinton Acceptance Speech Best He’s Ever Seen From Her

Hillary Clinton made history last night as the first woman to secure the presidential nomination from a major party. Former State Representative/ Minority Whip Mike Veon was at the Democratic National Convention all this week and phoned in daily reports to Beaver County Radio’s Mike Romigh during Teleforum. Veon says Clinton’s acceptance speech last night was the best speech he’s ever seen her give.

2nd Annual Big Hogs 4 Big Dogs Benefit Scheduled To Take Place Saturday In Bridgewater

The 2nd annual Big Hogs 4 Big Dogs Benefit Run & Dinner takes place tomorrow (Saturday). The event’s organizer – James Capps – tells Beaver County Radio newsman Pat Septak that the event will be presented by Legend Riders of Beaver County and Gentle Ben’s Giant Breed Rescue. It takes place at Robert’s Roadside Inn on Sharon Road in Bridgewater on Saturday from 11am to 7pm. There will be a 50/50 raffle, a Chinese caution, great food and a DJ. Proceeds to benefit the dogs at Gentle Ben’s Giant Breed Rescue.