Author: Beaver County Radio

Auditor General visits CCBC

PA Auditor General Eugene DePasquale told local, state, and county officials  yesterday that audits by his office will be done in the Midland School District , PA Cyber School,  and Lincoln Park Performing Arts Charter School later this month. According to Beaver County Radio News Correspondent Sandy Giordano, he told officials that Aliquippa School District had to borrow $2,000,000 because of the state; budget impasse at a high interest rate, and are facing  a $928,556 general fund deficit.  He said that the interest rate is lost money to the district. Aliquippa is one of the districts  where poverty is evident. Beaver County Chamber of Commerce president Jack Manning asked  what can be done to help the financially distressed districts .  DePasquale said “I am a staunch advocate of cooperation on the administrative level.” DePasquale  said in the department of education there is  a lack of a plan to help our struggling schools.” He added,” 561 schools, not districts in the state are financially challenged, and there is no plan for help.”

Financial Advice For Single Mothers Be Discussed

Tega Swann

(Beaver County PA)  Special financial advice for single mothers will be a featured topic of conversation this week (September 10, 2016) during “God’s Grace For Single Mothers” on Beaver County radio, WBVP and WMBA.   According to show host, Tega Swann,  of Refreshing Springs Ministries in Aliquippa, specifically, the discussion will lean toward ways to relieve financial stress as it pertains to the unique scenarios experienced by single mothers.

“God’s Grace For Single Mothers’ airs on Saturdays from 10;30 until 11;00 A.M. on 1230 WBVP and 1460 WMBA.  Listeners can join the show by calling in on 724-843-1888 or 724-774-1888.

Pirates Good News

Today is Roberto Clemente Day in the City Of Pittsburgh. On Tuesday the Pirates announced their nominee for this year is  Jared Hughes  The award is given each year to the player who best represents the game through character and community service. Hughes has worked with the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank. He also helped with the Miracle League.

Franklin Speaks

It was Penn State coach James Franklin’s turn to talk about Saturday’s game against PITT.  Franklin says  for the  players who take the Heinz Field turf at noon, this will be a new adventure not a rivalry game.  He pointed out that the two schools haven’t played schools for 16-years.  Most of his players were three or four years old then. Franklin is spending extra time with red shirt sophomore quarterback Trace McSorley. He  struggled in first start against Kent State. A game the PSU won 33-13.  Pitt-Penn State Saturday afternoon  Air time will be  at 11:30 WBVP-WMBA.

 

Pirates Are In A Desperate Situation

The Pirates need a win tonight  to stop the bleeding of  an extended  losing  streak and keep their faint playoff hopes alive.  The Bucs will send  Jameson Taillon (3-4) to the mound.  St Louis will counter with Mike Leake (9-9).  The Pirates trail the Cardinals and the Giants by five and half games for both wild card  spots.  The Mets are four and half games are ahead of the Pirates.  The Pirates and Cardinals right after Coaches Corner on WBVP-WMBA.

A Brown Becomes A Steeler

Newly acquired Justin Gilbert is on a crash course to learn the Steelers defensive playbook.  The Steelers traded their sixth round pick in 2017 to Cleveland for the defensive back. Gilbert was a first round pick in 2014.  Gilbert has a troubled past with the Browns. He was often late for meetings and served a one game suspension in his last game as a rookie.  He started only three games as a Brown, and only one interception. The Steelers hope a change of scenery will bring out the potential of the eighth overall pick.  Steelers open the season in Washington in the early game of ESPN’s Monday Night Football double header.  WBVP-WMBA’s airtime on Monday will be 5pm.

Brighton Rehab and Wellness Caregivers Cancel Informational Picket in Beaver Today

Registered Nurses (RNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), nurse aides, and dietary employees at Brighton Rehab and Wellness in Beaver have cancelled the informational picket that was scheduled today at their facility.  The action, planned as a response to management’s staffing practices that rely heavily on agency nursing staff, was called off when management indicated a willingness to work collaboratively with employees to resolve these issues. An S.E.I.U spoeksman tells Beaver County Radio newsman Pat Septak that another picket or action may be scheduled if the employees’ concerns – around quality care for residents and fair treatment for employees – are not addressed.

Pitt-vs-Penn State

It is Pitt-Penn State week.  That statement hasn’t been heard for 16-years.  The Interstate rivalry resumes Saturday at Heinz Field. Both teams are 1-0. Pitt coach Pat Narduzzi wants his team to devote as much time toward preparation for the game. He told the media that players are off limits to them till after the game.  Narduzzi will explain his rationale  on the Pat Narduzzi Show Wednesday evening at 6-pm  on WBVP-WMBA.

State Police Tell Beaver County Radio Officers Are Frustrated Over Growing Problem Of Texting While Driving

Despite efforts to get creative, police are frustrated in the fight against the growing bad habit of texting while driving . Police say they don’t seem to be making much headway. Pennsylvania State Police Lieutenant Eric Hermick tells Beaver County Radio newsman Pat Septak the problem is getting worse because such incidents are hard to prove. He says Pennsylvania’s laws don’t go far enough. He’s calling on state lawmakers to ban any phone use while driving that does not involve a hands-free unit.

Pirates Need A Win

If the Pirates are to make the playoffs, they must win the next two games against the Cardinals.  After losing Monday 12-6, the Pirates are now four and a half games behind  Cardinals for the second wild card spot in the National League.   Game two of the series is tonight at PNC Park. The Pirates will pitch Ryan Voglesong. The Cardinals will counter with Luke Weaver. Airtime on WBVP-WMBA is 6:40.