A CONTRACTOR BEGAN LEAK-DETECTION WORK IN BEAVER LAST NIGHT. BEAVER OFFICIALS SAY THE WORK BEGAN AT 10:00 LAST NIGHT AND INVOLVES TESTING FIRE HYDRANTS AND WATER VALVES. WORK IS EXPECTED TO FINISH SEPTEMBER 16TH.
Author: Beaver County Radio
Beaver Looking Into Renovating Its Municipal Building
THE BOROUGH OF BEAVER IS LOOKING INTO RENOVATIONS TO ITS EXISTING MUNICIPAL BUILDING NEXT YEAR. OFFICIALS ARE CONSIDERING PLANS TO EXTEND THE POLICE DEPARTMENT AT THE BACK OF THE BUILDING. COLUMBIA GAS WILL BE MOVING GAS LINES IN THE BOROUGH BY THE END OF THE MONTH. CREWS WILL ALSO BE TEARING UP THE ALLEY BETWEEN THE BOROUGH BUILDING AND WAFFLES INCAFFEINATED ON THIRD STREETS. THE ALLEY COULD BE CONVERTED INTO A PARKLET, WHICH WOULD OPEN UP OPPORTUNITIES FOR LOCAL ARTISTS.
Authorities Investigating Car-Jacking At Pittsburgh International Airport
Authorities are investigating a reported car-jacking at the Pittsburgh International Airport early this morning. A supervisor with the Allegheny County emergency dispatch center said the incident was reported at 11:13 a.m. today. Allegheny County police responded to the incident. Police say that two men forced out occupants from a sport utility vehicle and that one of the suspects had a gun. No injuries were reported. Police are searching for the vehicle, a 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe with Pennsylvania license plate of JLY-3519.
Pitt vs Penn State
The date was September 16th 2000. The place was Three Rivers Stadium. The Coaches were Joe Paterno for Penn State and Walt Harris for Pitt. Pitt won the game 12-0. The interstate teams resume playing tomorow afternoon at noon in Heinz Field. WBVP-WMBA air time is 11:30
Pirates And Reds
Fresh off their 4-1 win last night, the Pirates and Reds play game number two tonight at PNC Park. Stephen Brault (0-2) will start for the Pirates. Tim Adleman (2-3) pitches for the Reds. The Pirates are now chasing the New York Mets for the second wild card spot. The Pirates trail the Mets by four games. The next broadcast game will be Sunday against the Reds. It starts with the Neal Huntington Show at 12:40. Pirates pregame is at 1:10. First pitch is at 1:35.
Aliquippa Showing Signs It May Be On The Brink Of An Economic Recovery
Aliquippa City council met last night in regular session. According to Beaver County Radio News Correspondent Sandy Giordano, Deborah J. Grass, Recovery coordinator for the city , which is under Act 47 for financially distressed cities in the state , congratulated Mayor Dwan Walker, , the City Administrator Sam Gill , the finance director and council for their efforts, that have helped to improve the city’s financial condition. She said projections indicate that the city could end the year with $100,000. She said remarkable progress has been made toward the goal of exiting Act 47 status no later than June 2019. she said it is an excellent turnaround in 6 years for the city This is the second year under the Sixth Amended Recovery Plan, she said. She said it’s an excellent turnaround in only 6 yearsr initiatives established in 2014 include the pension fund, due to better investments and larger contributions from the city .Upgrades in technology in all departments , focusing on capital improvements , methods for compensating the workforce over the last 3 years have been implemented . Meetings were held to focus beginning in 2014. Council also approved the hiring of Lawrence Reddick as a laborer for the street department. City Adminstrator Sam Gill said Reddick has a CDL license, which allows him to operate the city’s equipment. Councilman Mark Delon added Reddick is a hard worker.
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The former Lindy’s site at the corner of Kiehl St.and Franklin Avenue has been cleared. Bricks fell from the building in September 2014 and had to be demolished, and final cleanup of the site took place last week, Mayor Dwan Walker said last night.
Solicitor Myron R. Sainovich and city code enforcement officer Mike Demcak are asking for the issuance of court orders to demolish the old PM Moore building on Station St. , the Union Grill, and the Joseph Building located at Wye.
Trash dumping and unkempt properties were an issue brought up by residents, and some volunteered to remove debris dumped in the city. The residents were assured by council that the issues would be addressed, and were informed that the Blight committee is being formed to address issues in the city’s eight zones. City Administrator Sam Gill said “We are looking at band aids and major surgeries due to the problems.”
Councilman Donald Walker told residents” clean up your yards, don’t litter , start caring about your community, not just in Aliquippa, but all over the county”
Walker and his family members can be seen picking up trash and debris on his street, at the Aliquippa Community park, and Cepull Field when it is found.
Police Seek Lawrence County Man Accused Of Threatening Woman While Impersonating State Trooper
State Police are looking for a Lawrence County man accused of threatening a woman several times while impersonating a state trooper. According to state police, a felony warrant has been issued for 40-year-old David Rowbotham of Wampum. Investigators say Rowbotham called the 36-year-old victim from New Castle several times, claiming to a state trooper and recording the calls without her permission. He allegedly told her there was a burglary warrant out for her arrest and threatened her. He is described as a white male, about 5-feet-8-inches tall, weighs 235 pounds, has a shaved head and green eyes. Anyone with information on Rowbotham’s whereabouts is asked to contact State Police in New Castle at (724) 598-2211.
Naloxone Now Available In Beaver County Schools
Naloxone will now be available in Beaver County schools, in case of an overdose on school grounds. The drug is used to reverse the effects of an opioid overdose. Beaver County District Attorney David Lozier is ensuring every school gets a free dosage of the anti-opioid drug. The drug will be in school nurse offices this fall.
Dietzen Bronze in Hopewell
It will be a bronze night in Hopewell Township this coming Sunday. Two time Olympic medalist Christa Harmotto Dietzen will be honored at a free gathering at Tony Dorsett Stadium. After some introductions, Dietzen will greet those who attend the event. Dietzen won a bronze metal as part of the US’s volleyball team in Rio last month.
Tebow To The Mets
ESPN reports the the New York Mets have signed former NFL quarterback Tim Tebow to a minor league contract. The 29-year-old Tebow will begin his baseball career with the Met’s instructional league team in Port St Lucie Florida. The other team that showed interest in Tebow was the Atlanta Braves but, Tebow’s agent took the Mets offer. Tebow worked out for 46 scouts representing 28 major league teams last week in Los Angeles.