Story reported by Beaver County Radio News Correspondent Sandy Giordano, Published on October 18th, 2024 at 10: A.M.)
Borough officials announced on Thursday that groundbreaking for the new fire station at 1300 Pacific Avenue is upcoming. The event will take place on Saturday, November 2, 2024 at 1 p.m.
(Story reported by Beaver County Radio News Correspondent Sandy Giordano, Published on October 18th, 2024 at 9:58 A.M.)
Beginning today, Friday, October 18th 2024, the in-ramp on Route 51 coming into the city of Aliquippa will be closed. The closure is necessary so 5 buildings can be demolished on Sheffield Avenue, city officials reported this morning. The closure began Thursday and the ramp is closed until the demolition is complete.
(Findlay Township, PA) Transportation Security Administration officers at Pittsburgh International Airport intercepted two guns in two days. On Monday, a .38 caliber handgun was found in a carry-on bag and was confiscated from a man from Washington, Pennsylvania. A loaded gun with a 9 mm firearm with 12 bullets, one in the chamber, was also discovered in a carry-on bag on Wednesday and according to a news release, the gun belonged to a woman from Munhall, Pennsylvania. The total number of guns that the Pittsburgh International Airport have intercepted this year has now increased to thirty-six.
(Beaver County, PA) As those in Beaver County get ready for Halloween, PennDOT is giving tips for kids and adults to stay safe on October 31st. PennDOT advises drivers to be extra cautious in residential neighborhoods during trick-or-treating and if you are going to a Halloween party, plan ahead to get home on time. PennDOT also provides that parents should remind their children to be careful and look both ways before they cross the street, to always walk on sidewalks, cross at street corners, pay attention instead of looking at electronic devices, and to not dart across the road or cross between parked cars. For costumes, PennDOT considers adding reflective tape to costumes, carrying a flashlight, wearing glow sticks, and using face paint instead of masks, which obstructs vision. Pedestrians also need to make sure they are visible to drivers.
(Unity Township, PA) Former President Donald Trump will be having a rally at Arnold Palmer Regional Airport in Latrobe on Saturday. The doors will open at 2 p.m. and the Republican Presidential Nominee will speak starting at 6 p.m. The Trump campaign has capped tickets on a first-come, first served basis for two tickets a person, but other tickets for the Latrobe rally are free. This is the first rally for Former President Trump since he returned to Butler on October 5th, the same location where an assassination attempt on the presidential candidate was attempted.
Source for Photo: Republican presidential candidate and former president, Donald Trump, speaks during the final day of the Republican National Convention Thursday, July 18, 2024, in Milwaukee. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)
(Aliquippa, PA) A man was convicted by a Beaver County jury for killing a transgender woman in her Aliquippa apartment in 2021. On Wednesday, Darese Raines was found guilty of murdering Brandon Murray, known as B, inside a Linmar Terrace apartment. According to police, Murray identified as a woman. Beaver County District Attorney Nate Bible claimed that there was not a clear motive that was proven. According to Pennsylvania State Police, video evidence was found outside Murray’s apartment. Raines’ sentencing date has not yet been determined.
Thomas C. McKelvey, 80, a longtime resident of Rochester, passed away on October 15, 2024, in Heritage Valley, Beaver, after suffering a fall at his home. He was born in Beaver Falls on February 29, 1944, the son of the late George and Edith McKelvey. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved daughter Karen L. McKelvey, and his siblings: Buzzy McKelvey, Gloria Boyce, Rebecca Geisler, Laura Cable, and Betty Bross. He is survived by his children: Timothy (Rhonda) McKelvey, Laura (Gary) Van Newkirk, and twins Bonnie (Rick) Hissam and James McKelvey; his nine grandchildren: Jennifer McKelvey, Charles Barnard, Michelle (Mike) Lamenza, Mindy (Matt) Reider, Rickey Hissam, Samantha McKelvey, Gary Milliron, Liberty and Timothy McKelvey; his nine great-grandchildren: Asher Mallory, Kaya and Elysia Barnard, Juliana Gorius, Kobe and Bryant Kimble, Cameron and Caden Reider and Lucius Hissam, his loving sisters, Patricia Pander and Doreen Vidovich, his brothers, Butch McKelvey, Dennis McKelvey, and Jimmy McKelvey, his loving companion Pauline McKelvey, best friend, Ray Ward and faithful canine buddy, Heidi.
Thomas was a self-employed painter. His work not only brightened the homes of his clients but also the lives of those who knew him. Tom had a social nature and was a familiar face at the Rochester Owls and Rochester Saxons, where he enjoyed the camaraderie and, of course, a good beer.
A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Arrangements have been entrusted to Simpson Funeral and Cremation Services, 1119 Washington Avenue, Monaca.
Ann J. Green, 88, of Aliquippa, passed away on October 15, 2024 in Lakeview Personal Care Home in Darlington. She was born in Cecil Township, Pennsylvania on June 29, 1936, a daughter of the late Frances and Wilbur Koonse. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband, James Green, her stepson, Alan Green and numerous siblings. She is survived by her stepdaughter, Lisa & Marco Ferrara, stepdaughter-in-law, Tina Green, a granddaughter, Alicia Ferrara and a nephew, Richard & Debra Koonse Jr.
Ann was a retired first grade school teacher, teaching at St. James Elementary School in Sewickley. She enjoyed drawing, especially with chalk and pencil. She also loved flowers and gardening. She was a member of Our Lady of Fatima Church, part of Mary Queen of Saints Parish.
According to Ann’s wishes, all services are private. Arrangements have been entrusted to the branch of Huntsman Funeral Home and Cremation Services.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Sisters of St. Joseph, 1020 W State Street Baden, PA 15005.
James Corfield, 77, of New Brighton, passed away on October 17, 2024, at Providence Care Center of Beaver Falls. He was born on September 30, 1947, the son of the late Frank Jr. and Margaret (Hardesty) Corfield. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister-in-law, Karen Krisa. He is survived by his wife, Helen (Krisa) Corfield, niece, Tammy Krisa, and nephew-in-law, John Rock.
James was a veteran in the United States Army, serving during the Vietnam era. He graduated from Penn State. He worked at ARS Coffee and Strayer Coin Bag. He also enjoyed playing the drums in several bands.
In accordance with James’ wishes, there will be no services.
The GABAUER HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 1133 Penn Avenue, New Brighton, is honored to be assisting James’ family through this very difficult time.