The Beaver County Humane Society is caring for a dog that suffered a gunshot wound. The dog was found roaming the streets in Aliquippa last month. The dog had a lump on its jaw that was originally thought to be a tumor or a cyst. When a veterinarian went to remove it, it was discovered that it was a bullet. Former Teleforum host and Beaver County Humane Society Communications Liason Mike Romigh appeared on Teleforum this morning and said that Eli is doing quite well, considering what he’s been through. Romigh says Eli’s prognosis is excellent. The Humane Society’s executive director, Susan Salyards, also appeared on Teleforum this morning, asking anyone willing to provide a foster home for the dog to visit their website. Both guests appeared on the show as part of the Huntington Business Spotlight segment on Teleforum. The organization’s website address is: Beaver-County-Society-dot-org.
Author: Beaver County Radio
Ambridge Borough Council Focuses On Local Crime Statistics And Road Projects
Young blood Paving, Inc. was awarded the contract for Ambridge’s 2017 road program. 14 borough streets will be repaved, according to Beaver County Radio News Correspondent Sandy Giordano. The cost of the project is $668,580.15. Crime has decreased by 12.12% between 2015-2016 , according to the a public safety committee Uniform Crime Reporting Statistics Police Chief James Mann credited the decrease to council’s investing in his department and the hiring of 3 full time officers in 2015. Lorianne Burgess represented the borough’s Crime Watch Committee and told council that they are seeking members. She told the group meetings are held the second Tuesday at 6 p.m. in the fire department training room. Spring Fest” will be held in the historic district May 6-7, according to Steve Roberts , a representative of the Ambridge Historic Economic Development Authority..
Warming Centers Available To Residents In Beaver County
Beaver County Radio News Correspondent Sandy Giordano placed a call to Franklin Center in Aliquippa yesterday and spoke to Tina Price Genes, one of the center’s directors, who provided information on warming centers in the county. Mrs. Genes said in back of the center the shelter is open from 8:30a.m. to 4:30 p.m. She provided information that was helpful in finding other centers by calling 211. The phone number is part of the United Way and provided info on other warming centers in the county . First Presbyterian Church in Ambridge, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at ladle and Hearth. new Brighton Municipal Building 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Crossroads 409 11th St. Beaver Falls, PA 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., the Cornerstone, 1217 7th Ave, Beaver Falls, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Several county residents commented in the last few days that more homeless shelters should be made available here in the county, not just warming centers.
Blackhawk Girls, Beaver Falls Boys Look To Advance At Sharon
Beaver County Radio invades Sharon High School tonight for a PIAA second-round basketball doubleheader.
At 5:00pm the Blackhawk Lady Cougars (17-9) attempt to get revenge against District 10 champion Villa Maria (19-5), who beat Blackhawk in last year’s PIAA playoffs. Pre-game is at 4:30.
Then at 8:00 the Beaver Falls Tigers (13-9) look to extend Doug Biega’s final run as they face the Boys’ District 10 Champion Erie Strong Vincent (24-3). Pre-game for game #2 is at 7:30.
Other games featuring area teams in the PIAA second round:
BOYS
4A
7-2 Quaker Valley
10-2 Grove City Eagles
@ North Allegheny HS
8:00pm
3A
7-5 Riverside
6-1 Central Cambria
@ Armstrong HS
5:00pm
7-2 Lincoln Park
10-1 Greenville
@ New Castle HS
7:00pm
2A
7-1 Sewickley Academy
6-2 Bishop Guilfoyle
@ Hempfield HS
8:00pm
6-1 Bishop McCort
7-2 OLSH
@ Norwin HS
6:30pm
GIRLS
3A
7-3 Carlynton
7-5 Riverside
@ Ambridge HS
6:30pm
2A
7-3 OLSH
7-5 Leechburg
@ Canon-McMillan HS
6:00pm
1A
7-2 Cornell
9-1 North Clarion
@ Slippery Rock University
6:00pm
Pittsburgh Pens Hockey night 3/15/2017
Phila. Flyers- 4
Pitts Pens – 0
Steelers to sign Justin Hunter
The Pittsburgh Steelers added depth to the wide receiver position today by signing a former Buffalo Bill who is a second round pick in Justin Hunter. While Hunters numbers aren’t significant since entering the league in 2013 he will provide the down field threat the Steelers desperately need with the departure of Marcus Wheaton for Chicago.
In other news after visiting with the Steelers and Jets Dont’a Hightower has opted to stay with the New England Patriots . His agent announced he will be signing a contract worth 43.5 million over four years with 19 million guaranteed.
Beaver County Commissioners Getting Some Financial Help From State
Beaver County has been awarded a two-hundred-thousand-dollar grant from the state for an early intervention plan to place the county on sound financial footing, according to Beaver County Radio’s Greg Benedetti. Financial administrator Ricardo Luckow said the grant will enable the commissioners to establish fiscal management strategies in dealing with the budget and projected costs.
Woman, 9 Dogs Rescued From Burning Home In Beaver Falls
A woman and her dogs are safe after firefighters rescued them from a burning home in Beaver Falls last night. Crews were called to the house in the 1800-block of Third Avenue after the woman called 911 saying she was trapped on the second floor.Firefighters used a ladder to get her down. Nine dogs were also rescued from the home. One of them reportedly bit a firefighter who was trying to help it. The fireman was treated at the scene and and is said to be doing okay this morning. The rescued woman was treated for smoke inhalation and none of the dogs were hurt. Officials believe the fire may have started in the kitchen.
Lincoln Park Teacher Found Dead After Police Launch Child Pornography Investigation
A Beaver County performing arts teacher who also worked on the Gateway Clipper cruise was found dead in his Crafton home on Monday. Police say 47-year-old Shaun Rolly was under investigation for alleged sexual abuse of children. Police say Rolly was in possession of thousands of images of child pornography. Rolly was a teacher for the last decade at the Lincoln Park Performing Arts Charter School in Midland.
Crafton police started the investigation on Saturday after obtaining two CDs that allegedly belonged to Rolly and were filled with pornographic images of children 10 to 12 years old. Allegheny County police investigators then executed a search warrant at Rolly’s home on Johnston Street and, according to court documents, found 13 more CDs next to his bed. On Monday, police were called back to Rolly’s home and confirmed he had committed suicide. Charges had not been filed at the time of his death.
Beaver County Advanced Placement Biology Students View Heart Transplant
Five AP Biology students of Christina Signorelli went to see how a heart surgery is performed at Allegheny General Hospital recently, according to Beaver County Radio News Correspondent Sandy Giordano. Allison Kindred, a senior , said Dr. Stephen A. Bailey replaced a man’s heart valve in approximately 4 hours, and the students were permitted see the entire procedure. A question and answer period followed. Dr. Bailey is the division director of cardiac surgery at AGH., and surgical director of cardiac transplantation. Mrs. Signorelli said the students can take the class for a college credit and it will count at the end of the year. Kindred plans to major in finance at PSU University Park. The students will visit the Pittsburgh Zoo and Aquarium on April 24.