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Mason Lang-Goins (1999-2025)

Mason Lang-Goins, 26, of Ambridge, paased away on June 3rd, 2025. He was born on May 7th, 1999, a son of Charity Lang and the late Ronald Goins. In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Ron and Vicky Goins, his maternal grandfather, Charles Lang III and his uncle, Charles Lang IV.

In addition to his mother, he is survived by his two beloved children, Octavius and Kaden, his siblings: Deandre, Malik, Cashay, Ronald, Dustin, Maya, Kiersten, Jewel and Angel, as well as his grandmother, Vicky Osam, his great-grandfather, Charles Lang Jr., along with a large extended family of uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews, cousins, and countless friends.

Mason had a generous spirit and a deep love for his children, cherishing every moment he spent with them. He enjoyed playing games of chance and playing video games. He was also a devoted fan of the Atlanta Falcons. His vibrant personality and kind heart will be missed by all who knew and loved him.

Family and friends are invited to gather for visitation on Sunday, June 8th, beginning at 12 noon until the time of the funeral service at 4 P.M. at Alvarez-Hahn Funeral Services and Cremation, LLC, 547 8th Street, Ambridge.

Robert Watson (1962-2025)

Robert Watson, 62, of Beaver Falls, passed away unexpectedly on June 2nd, 2025 at his residence. He was born in Beaver Falls on June 19, 1962, the son of the late WIlliam Watson Sr. and Betty Ann Vogel. He is survived by his children, William Watson, Robert Watson Jr. and Karl Watson and two sisters, Doris Watson and Belinda James Watson. In accordance with Robert’s wishes, all services were private. Professional arrangements and services were entrusted to CORLESS-KUNSELMAN FUNERAL SERVICES, LLC, 3801 4th Avenue, Beaver Falls.

Sandra S. Laderer (1939-2025)

Sandra S. Laderer, 86, of Chippewa, formerly of Beaver Falls, passed away on June 3rd, 2025, at Celebration Villa of Chippewa. She was born in Ellwood City on January 8th, 1939, the daughter of the late John P. and Katherine Killian Shepard. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Dan M. Laderer and her brother, Dennis Shepard. She is survived by her children, Michael (Theresa) Laderer and Beth Laderer, her sister-in-law, Johanna Shepard and four grandchildren: Annette Laderer, Benjamin Laderer, Matthew Laderer, and Mark Laderer.

Sandra retired from Duquesne Light Company in 1999. She also spent three years as the church secretary at the former College Hill Presbyterian Church. Most of all, she loved spending time with her family. Friends will be received on Monday, June 16th from 2-4 P.M. and 6-8 P.M. at CORLESS-KUNSELMAN FUNERAL SERVICES, LLC, 3801 4TH Avenue, Beaver Falls, where a service will be held on Tuesday, June 17th at 11 A.M. Interment will be private at Sylvania Hills Memorial Park, 273 PA-68, Rochester.

Peter Clement, Jr. (1942-2025)

Peter Clement, Jr., 82, formerly of Ambridge, passed away peacefully on June 4th, 2025. He was born on August 8th, 1942, the son of the late Peter Clement, Sr. and Stella Clement.

Peter proudly served his country in the United States Navy and was a veteran of the Bay of Pigs Invasion. Following his military service, he worked for many years at J&L and later became well known in the Sewickley area as a skilled handyman and landscaper. Peter was known for walking everywhere and was a familiar face to many people. He enjoyed puzzles, hunting, and fishing. He found joy in the simple pleasures of life.

Burial will be held privately at Sylvania Hills Memorial Park, 273 PA-68, Rochester. Arrangements have been entrusted to Alvarez-Hahn Funeral Services and Cremation, LLC, 547 8th Street, Ambridge.

Ten Beaver County high school seniors earn awards from Tenaris

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Beaver County, PA) According to a release from Tenaris, ten Beaver County high school seniors that have Roberto Rocca scholarships recently got awards from Tenaris worth $25,000 from both their academics and pursuing of a STEM career. The winners were: Summer Hartman, Hannah Larimore, Reanna Ramirez, Cody Roper, and Anthony Speicher from Ambridge Area High School, and Taja Bridges, Ethan Chen, Markae Pisano, Elizabeth Spilsbury, and Derrick Wilder from Beaver Falls High School.

Aliquippa City Council accomplishes several actions at their recent regular session

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(Reported by Beaver County Radio News Correspondent Sandy Giordano)

(Aliquippa, PA) The Aliquippa City Council accomplished several actions at their regular session yesterday. Aliquippa Police Chief John Lane, Aliquippa Mayor Dwan B. Walker, and Aliquippa Councilman Donald Walker addressed the mindfulness of where children are during summer. According to a report from Chief Lane, a fight was broken up at one of the city’s parks recently. Lane said the police and council should come up with better solutions to prevent any issues among the youths in the community. Rich and Jeannie D’Agostino also purchased a property at 2362 Sheffield Road for future development. Two female residents who passed away recently were also recognized yesterday, Elverna Barbee Cuffie and Jo Lorraine Woods. The Aliquippa City Council will hold a work session on Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at 7 p.m.

Senator Elder Vogel, Jr. hosts press conference to talk about dairy industry benefits to Pennsylvania in Harrisburg and celebrate June as National Dairy Month

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Harrisburg, PA) According to a release from Senator Elder Vogel, Jr.’s office, Vogel hosted a press conference yesterday in Harrisburg to celebrate June as National Diary Month. The top five counties that produce dairy in Pennsylvania are Berks, Blair, Franklin, Lancaster and Lebanon counties. Vogel and seven other speakers spoke at the event to show the impacts that are positive for the industry of dairy in Pennsylvania and how it affects businesses, residents and communities.

Legislation protecting Pennsylvania seniors from losing access to life-sustaining prescription medications passes the state Senate

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Harrisburg, PA) According to Senator Devlin Robinson, legislation to protect Pennsylvania seniors from losing access to life-sustaining prescription medications passed the state Senate. Robinson supported Senate Bill 731, which would keep the practice of getting rid of adjustments for cost-of-living in Social Security going. The PACE and PACENET programs will also have income eligibility calculated and give prescriptions that are low cost to those aged 65 or older.

Primanti Bros. in the Garfield neighborhood of Pittsburgh has closed

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Pittsburgh, PA) According to a spokesperson from Primanti Bros. on Wednesday, the Primanti Bros. on Penn Avenue in the Garfield neighborhood of Pittsburgh has closed. The spokesperson confirmed that there was an ending lease for this restaurant and the company did not renew it. Primanti Bros. has 24 of its 42 locations in Western Pennsylvania.

Poker players in Pennsylvania can play with people in five other states in gaming pools

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Harrisburg, PA) Pennsylvania poker players who play online now can play with people in five other states. State officials have approved combining pools for players in Pennsylvania with players in Delaware, Michigan, New Jersey, Nevada and West Virginia. Since Governor Josh Shapiro allowed this change in April, games in multiple states already started through BetMGM and World Series of Poker.