Story by Sandy Giordano – Beaver County Radio. Published September 7, 2023 11:10 A.M.
(Aliquippa, PA) At 4:30 pm, on Saturday, September 16, 2023 a concert featuring the St. Elijah Serbian Orthodox Church’s Choir, Honored guest choir is Lira Choir and junior choir of Washington, D.C, and Dr. Laza Kostich Choir of Midland. At 6:30 pm dinner will be served, and at 8 p.m. there will be music by Orkestar Momci. Tickets are $30 per person.
CRANBERRY TOWNSHIP, PA – Sen. Elder Vogel, Jr. (R-47) has announced that Stephanie Wilson from the Pennsylvania American Legion Veterans Assistance Program will be available on Thursday, September 14, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at his Cranberry Township District Office, 8001 Rowan Rd, Suite 205 in Cranberry Township. No appointment is necessary.
Wilson can help veterans and their families with understanding the benefits they have earned, enroll in the VA health care system, assist with the appeals process, and more. Participants are asked to bring any documentation and paperwork they may need.
For more information, contact Vogel’s Cranberry Township District Office at 878-978-2575.
Story by Sandy Giordano – Beaver County Radio. Published September 7, 2023 10:51 A.M.
(Aliquippa, PA) Jeff McCafferty served the fire department for 25 years with dedication and retired on July 8, 2023. Mayor Dwan b. Walker read a proclamation for McCafferty who was very well respected by all, he also presented McCafferty with a city flag. He was joined by his wife and son.
Nora Lemon was sworn in as the new member of council by Mayor Dwan B. Walker . Mrs. Lemon is replacing Jennifer Milliner and will begin her 4 year term in January 2024 Mrs. Milliner resigned a few months ago.
A resolution was adopted because the city will be undertaking a project under the Strategic Planning Program. They will exit Act 47 on December 30, 2023. A public hearing will be held on Thursday, September 14, 2023 for the recommendation to rescind the Act 47 determination.
A motion was approved for the quarterly garbage rate by $3.50 to $3.50 per quarter, $254 a year. Senior citizens 65 and over will continue to receive a 5% discount, paying $58.50 per quarter with proof of age.
The city is to re-advertise for a street supervisor for the road department after a candidate declined the city’s offer. During the public portion of the meeting the gun violence was addressed. Residents are advised to call 9-1-1 if shots are fired or if there is any criminal activity going on in proximity to their home or if they are driving or walking through an area where criminal activity is taking place. Residents were told that the city has 9 police officers and they receive assistance from the state police when warranted. A group of residents that were present said they are willing to step up and assist in any way to provide a solution along with police. Police Chief John Lane said that a lack of juvenile facilities within the county is a problem, Mayor Walker said Gateway would be an ideal site if the unused area of the facility could accommodate the juveniles, or an addition could even be added to the county jail.
Story by Curtis Walsh – Beaver County Radio News Director. Published September 7, 2023 10:43 A.M.
(Beaver Falls, PA) The Beaver County Tri Cup/ Duquesne University Invitational Triathlon will take place Saturday, September 9th with activities starting at 6am. As a result, Brady’s Run Road from Route 51 to Park Road will be closed with limited access while the event takes place throughout the day. The event is USA Triathlon sanctioned.
Harrisburg, PA – Today, Governor Josh Shapiro announced that the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania was ranked among the top employers in PA by workers in a new survey conducted by Forbes Magazine and Statista. The Commonwealth was one of only four government entities to make the list of 97 Pennsylvania employers.
“My Administration has made clear from day one that we are expanding opportunities to those who want a career in public service – whether they are a recent college graduate or have years of relevant experience outside of the classroom. The Commonwealth offers Pennsylvanians a chance to serve one another every day,” said Governor Josh Shapiro. “We’re emphasizing skills and experience in hiring for government jobs and state troopers, investing in mental health resources for our employees and their families, and expanding internship and apprenticeship programs to bring more people into state government to create new pipelines for talent.”
The Commonwealth values the dedication and hard work of its employees. In order to help employees perform at their best each day, the Commonwealth offers competitive pay, benefits, work-life balance, diverse and inclusive workplaces, and opportunities for advancement. For example, the Commonwealth recognizes the importance of mental health and wellness for employees and their families and recently increased the number of counseling sessions available to them at no cost through their benefits.
“We want to make the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania the leading employer in the state and the nation,” said Secretary of Administration Neil Weaver. “Our state agencies need qualified and talented Pennsylvanians to help us deliver the services that our 13 million fellow residents depend on. I believe the opportunity to have a rewarding career and make a positive impact through public service makes us stand apart from most employers. Our recruiters are attending hundreds of job fairs each year in schools and communities across the state to raise awareness about all that we have to offer.”
The Commonwealth is working to make itself more attractive to job seekers in additional ways. They include Governor Shapiro’s executive order to emphasize skills and experience in state hiring, as well as:
In another recent survey by Forbes and Statista, the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania was ranked nationally as a top employer by recent college graduates. These results are consistent with research showing that many younger workers prioritize working for an employer that has a positive impact on the world.
Job seekers can visit Employment.pa.gov to view and apply to current job openings, receive notifications about new vacancies in their field, and learn more about the Commonwealth’s Total Rewards benefits for employees. Check out the list of upcoming job fairs and hiring events to meet with a Commonwealth recruiter. You can also visit Careers.employment.pa.gov to view all Commonwealth job titles, descriptions, salaries, and other details for all positions, including those that do not require a college degree.
About the 2023 Best Employers by State Rankings
Forbes partnered with market research firm Statista to survey 70,000 workers at companies (minimum of 500 employees) in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Participants were asked if they would recommend their employer to others, and to evaluate their employer based on working conditions, diversity, compensation packages, potential for development, company image, and more. Participants also asked to assess employers beyond their own. All surveys were anonymous to encourage candor.
Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band perform on tour at MetLife Stadium on Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023, in East Rutherford, N.J. (Photo by Scott Roth/Invision/AP)
NEW YORK (AP) — The Boss is taking an unexpected breather and postponing his September shows, citing doctors’ orders. Bruce Springsteen announced on his website Wednesday that he was postponing shows for the remainder of the month while he is treated for symptoms of “peptic ulcer disease.” The disease causes ulcers to form in the stomach or small intestine that can cause heartburn, nausea and stomach pain. The postponed shows including scheduled stops in Albany and Syracuse in New York, Baltimore, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and shows in Connecticut and Ohio. Springsteen, renowned for his high-energy, three-hour plus concerts with the E Street Band, recently performed three nights of shows in his home state of New Jersey.
This photo provided by the Chester County Prison shows Danelo Cavalcante. Cavalcante, convicted this month of fatally stabbing his girlfriend escaped Thursday, Aug. 31, 2023 from the suburban Philadelphia prison and prosecutors say he is also wanted in his native Brazil in a separate slaying. (Chester County Prison via AP)
WEST CHESTER, Pa. (AP) — Pennsylvania prison officials say a murderer made a brazen escape from a suburban Philadelphia jail yard by scaling a wall, climbing over razor wire and jumping from a roof. Authorities gave details of the escape at a news conference Wednesday. The acting warden of the Chester County Prison said there a guard in an observation tower has been put on administrative leave. The fugitive Danelo Cavalcante has been spotted five times since he escaped from jail Thursday. He was awaiting transfer to serve a life sentence in state prison. A jury convicted Cavalcante of murdering his girlfriend in 2021. He’s also wanted in his native Brazil over a killing.
(Sandy Giordano/Beaver County Radio)
Researchers found PFAs at detectable levels in surface water in Moffett Mill Run, which is located in Center Township where the stream runs into Raccoon Creek. Moffett Mill Run is located in the area of the Gateway Rehabilitation Center. Samples of the raw, untreated surface water were sampled.
The study underscores the need to update treatment in public drinking water. The PFAs are a group of more than 12,000 synthetic chemicals found in a variety of commonly used items such as the linings of fast food take out boxes and non-stick cookware The stream sampling revealed 10 parts per trillion of the PFA’s.
The results of the surface water testing were revealed on August 29, 2023, and the U.S. Geological Survey group partnered with the PA DEP and the PA Water Science Center.
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Brandon Woodruff pitched seven shutout innings and Mark Canha’s two-run single capped a six-run fifth inning as the NL Central-leading Milwaukee Brewers beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 7-3 on Tuesday night.
Woodruff (4-1) allowed just two hits, singles to Ji Hwan Bae in the first inning and Endy Rodriguez in the fifth. Woodruff also had six strikeouts and two walks while improving to 14-3 with a 2.36 ERA in his last 29 starts dating to last season.
“I thought it was a good outing and that he got stronger as the game went on and then really got on cruise control and every pitch started working well,” Brewers manager Craig Counsell said. “Just a great outing.”
Coming off back-to-back losses, the Brewers entered the night 2 1/2 games ahead of the Chicago Cubs in the NL Central race.
Woodruff missed nearly four months with right shoulder inflammation before returning Aug. 6. He is beginning to feel comfortable again after making six starts.
“I expect to go out there and pitch well but coming off this injury it’s a weird deal where I expect to go out there and perform yet not have many expectations because I don’t have a full season to work with,” Woodruff said. “I’m trying to go out there and have fun and go pitch to pitch. I’m kind of just working inning to inning so far. Thankfully, it’s working out so far.”
Connor Joe broke up the Brewers’ shutout bid by hitting a three-run home run in the ninth inning off Clayton Andrews for just his second hit in his last 29 at-bats. The Pirates had runners on first and second with two outs but Elvis Peguero got Miguel Andujar to hit a game-ending ground out.
Andre Jackson (1-2) was charged with six runs in 4 1/3 innings and walked five as the Pirates lost for just the second time in eight games.
The Brewers broke a scoreless tie with a run in the fourth on a double-play grounder by Canha after Jackson walked the bases loaded.
Milwaukee extended its lead to 7-0 with the big fifth inning.
Andruw Monasterio drove in the first run with a triple to the 410-foot mark in left-center. Brice Turang hit an RBI single, Christian Yelich lofted a sacrifice fly and Carlos Santana doubled in a run before Canha delivered his two-run single to left field.
“As a hitter, you’re waiting for the pitch to make a mistake and he made one to me,” Monasterio said. “We started hitting mistakes in that inning. When you do that, you do damage at home plate.”
Jackson retired the Brewers in order in each of the first three innings before struggling in the fourth and fifth.
“Command of the zone,” Shelton said when asked what caused Jackson’s problems. “It didn’t look like the stuff ticked down a little bit. It’s just he wasn’t on the plate.”
Brewers rookie center fielder Sal Frelick had two hits. It was a bit of a homecoming for Frelick as his father Jeff’s – a former Pitt fullback — side of the family is from nearby Greensburg, Pennsylvania.
Milwaukee’s William Contreras walked twice but went 0 for 3 to end his career-best 14-game hitting streak.
Pirates reliever Hunter Stratton pitched two scoreless innings in his major league debut. Joshua Palacios had two hits.
(Sandy Giordano/Beaver County Radio)
Lauren Rocco was the first recipient of a San Rocco Foundation Scholarship in 2011 and presented a donation back to the foundation at the 98th celebration last month.
Eugene Frioni, foundation president said the award is awarded annually to a high school senior who is well-rounded academically, is involved in the community, and presents a 400 word essay from which they can choose one of several topics.
Lauren graduated from John Hopkins with a doctor of medicine degree in 2022. Retired Air Force Colonel Rob Rocco traveled from Ohio to make the presentation. Frioni said that they thanked the foundation for giving financial aid to Lauren in pursuit of her dream to become a doctor.
Taylor Roberts was the 2023 recipient of the scholarship, she graduated from Hopewell High School and will attend RMU in the fall.
The application process for the 2024 scholarship begins in January 2024.