THE HOPEWELL TOWNSHIP POLICE DEPARTMENT’S NEW K-9 OFFICER REPORTED FOR DUTY THIS WEEK. BEAVER COUNTY RADIO NEWS CORRESPONDENT SANDY GIORDANO HAS MORE. Click on ‘play’ to hear Sandy’s report…
Hopewell Police K-9 Reports For Duty
Author: Beaver County Radio
Firefighter Rushed To The Hospital After Part Of Tree Fell In Daugherty Township
Local officials say a firefighter will be okay after being rushed to the hospital this morning after part of a tree fell on crews responding to a report of power lines down in Daugherty Township. The crews were called out for a report of power lines down when the tree branch, described as being 12 to 14 feet long, fell. Three firefighters were in the path of that falling branch but only one was seriously hurt. The extent of the firefighter’s injuries is unclear but officials say he will be fine. The victim’s name is not being released. Part of Tyler Lane was closed for a while until Duquesne Light crews were able to respond.
Winter Storm Knocks Out Power To Thousands In Beaver County
Thousands of people are woke up in the dark on this morning after a winter storm moved through the area. The storm started with freezing rain, which iced over power lines. As the storm progressed, the precipitation changed over to snow, which brought down trees and power lines across the area. At the storm’s peak, 22,000 West Penn customers were without power. An additional 20,000 Duquesne Light customers were without power as well. Most of the outages were reported in Butler County. However, there were 3,000 customers in Beaver County are also left in the dark. At last check, Duquesne Light reported there are still approximately 3,500 customers still without power in Beaver County. Spokesperson Jerry Bucci provided this information to Beaver County Radio News correspondent Sandy Giordano.
Snow Showers Ending Today
WEATHER FORECAST FOR FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 16TH, 2018
TODAY – GENERALLY CLOUDY. A FEW FLURRIES OR SNOW
SHOWERS POSSIBLE. HIGH – 36.
TONIGHT – CLOUDY SKIES. LOW – 32.
SATURDAY – OVERCAST. HIGH NEAR 40.
SUNDAY – CLOUDY WITH OCCASIONAL SHOWERS FOR THE
AFTERNOON. A FEW FLURRIES OR SNOW
SHOWERS POSSIBLE. HIGH NEAR 40.
Financial Planning. What Are The Differences Between Traditional, Typical and Holistic Planning? Find Out Tuesday Morning.
Tune into Beaver County Radio 1230 WBVP and 1460 WMBA Tuesday November 20, 2018 at 9 a.m. for Tom Young from 1st Consultants Inc. in Beaver. Tom will be making his monthly appearance and the topic this month will be “The difference between typical, traditional and Holistic financial planning ” . In a continuation of last month’s segment, find out why, although they might sound the same, the three methods have dramatically different perspectives regarding managing your money. Tom will explain that and more during his appearance this month. You can also participate in the show by calling 724-843-1888 or 724-774-1888. You can also ask your questions on Facebook Live.
Click Tom’s picture below at showtime of 9:10 a.m. to be directed to the WBVP and WMBA Facebook Page where Tom’s appearance will be on Facebook Live.
Click on the logo below to find out more about 1st Consultants Inc.
TAMPA BAY LIGHTNING 4 PENGUINS 3 FINAL
The Tampa Bay Lightning beat the Pittsburgh Penguins 4-3 at the PPG Arena. The Penguins jumped out to a 2-0 lead on goals on goals by Patrick Hornquest and Phil Kessel. The trouble began for the Penguins late in the first period. The Pens drew two penalties on the same play. Down 5-3 the Lightning’s got on the board with a power play goal with 2.7 seconds left in the period. Penguins 2-Lightning 1 after 1-period. The Lightning tied and took the lead early in the second period. Braydon Point scored twice 5-on-3 power play goals in the first :91 seconds It was a natural hat trick. The Penguins tied the game at 4:29. Patrik Hornquist scored his 2nd goal of the game. The Lightning got the winner at 7:56 on Yanni Gourde’s 8th of the season There was no scoring in the third. Yhe Penguins were 2-4 on the powerplay . The Lightning were 4-6 with the man advantage. The Penguins have lost 7-of its last 8 games. The Pens next game will be Saturday in Ottawa. WBVP-WMBA air time is 6:30. Faceoff is at 7:08.
PENGUINS 2 LIGHTNING 1 1st PERIOD
The Penguins opened the scoring when Patrik Hornquist tips a Phil Kessel shot at 10:33. Kris LeTang added the third assist. It was the first power play goal on home ice since opening night. The second power play goal came at 13:34 when Phil Kessel scored on a feed from Malkin feed. Late in the period the Penguins drew a two man penalty. Brandon Point scored with 2.7 seconds left in the period. The Penguins will start the second period down two men.
Donate/Volunteer for the FREE Christmas dinner on 12/25/18
Donations and volunteers are needed for the
25TH ANNIVERSARY FREE CHRISTMAS DINNER
on Tuesday, December 25th 11:30 – 3:00 PM at
Beaver Falls High School, 1701 8th Ave., Beaver Falls
Hosted by Christian Assembly CARE Outreach Ministry 724-846-3751
NEEDED:
Hygiene products, blankets, NEW items of clothing such as scarves, gloves, sweats, socks and hats. They do not need to be wrapped.
Also, monetary gifts are greatly appreciated to purchase whatever is not received. Last year over 1,300 people spent the day with us and enjoyed a wonderful meal and a great time of fellowship. Please help us continue this outreach.
Volunteers needed for Brighton Rehab & Wellness
Do you love to make people smile? Enjoy visiting with the elderly? The Crimson Line Auxiliary Volunteer organization at Brighton Rehab & Wellness (formerly Friendship Ridge) is looking for volunteers of all ages. Be part of a group that plans events and activities with the residents like playing cards, crafts, music, reading & dancing. Help is needed for the many activities as well as simply visiting one on one….a listening ear, a kind face. Individuals can volunteer as little as one hour per month.
Call Natalie Babyak @ 724-770-3220 or email nbabyak@brightonwellness.com for more information.
Aliquippa School Board Recognizes 8th Graders
A GROUP OF 8TH GRADERS WAS RECOGNIZED BY THE ALIQUIPPA SCHOOL BOARD LAST NIGHT. BEAVER COUNTY RADIO NEWS CORRESPONDENT SANDY GIORDANO WAS THERE. Click on ‘play’ to hear Sandy’s report…
