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Groove ‘n Grub event in Monaca for tonight has been cancelled because of weather

(Photo Courtesy of the Monaca Community Development Corporation)

Beaver County Radio News

(Monaca, PA) The Groove ‘n Grub event in Monaca scheduled for tonight, Friday, May 30th, from 5-9 p.m., has been cancelled because of the weather. According to a release from the Monaca Community Development Corporation, this series for concerts is free to the public taking place in and around George Washington Plaza at 1003 Pennsylvania Avenue, Monaca. The rest of the series will be on June 20th, July 25th and August 22nd, all at 5-9 p.m. Inner Groove Records will be spinning tunes on records, while local and regional bands provide the rest of the entertainment with live music. There will also be activities and games for kids along with vendors for buying items and food truck vendors. According to that same release from the Monaca Community Development Corporation, here is the schedule and what you can expect for the Groove ‘n Grub concert series:

May 30th: (Cancelled due to rain)

  • Live music by David Granati and his For Those About To Rock Academy with special guests
  • Long Live Rock Academy and Gino Romano
  • Food trucks/booths: Comfortably Yummm (Pierogies + More), Cookies by Erin, Kona Ice, Los Gingos (Mexican), Papa Dukes (Greek), Papa Woods BBQ, Slurp N Burst Boba Tea, Tikka N Wraps (Mediterranean), and Uncle Sonny’s Ice Cream.
  • Vendors and games for the kiddos

June 20th:

  • Live music by Charlie Barath’s Blues Band featuring Charlie Barath’s award-winning harmonica stylings
  • Inner Groove Record Store’s Ian Sallese spinning records during band breaks and offering a variety of records for guests to look through, request, and purchase
  • WBVP/The Beaver Radio remote broadcast and prize giveaways
  • Food truck/booth lineup: TBA
  • Vendors and games for the kiddos

July 25th:

  • Live reggae music by Truth and Rites
  • Inner Groove Record Store’s Ian Sallese spinning records during band breaks and offering a variety of records for guests to look through, request, and purchase
  • Food truck/booth lineup: TBA
  • Vendors and games for the kiddos

August 22nd:

  • Live rock and pop music by The Hoot Owls
  • Inner Groove Record Store’s Ian Sallese spinning records during band breaks and offering a variety of records for guests to look through, request, and purchase
  • Food truck/booth lineup: TBA
  • Vendors and games for the kiddos

 

John Vincent DiNello (1939-2025)

John Vincent DiNello, 85, of Conway, passed away peacefully on May 27th, 2025.  He was born in West Aliquippa on November 28th, 1939, a son of the late Carlo and Vincenza (Peluso) DiNello. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his siblings: Amelia, Carlo, Alberto, Giovanna, and Yolanda. He is survived by his beloved wife of 55 years, Judith (Heinamann) DiNello, his son, Brian DiNello and daughter, JoAnn (Mark) Adams, his grandchildren: Matthew (Elara) Norris and Riley, Johnna, and Cooper Adams; as well as many loving family members and friends.

John was a graduate of Aliquippa High School’s class of 1957. He was very proud of his family’s service in the military. Just after graduation, he enlisted in the United States Air Force and served for four years. He remained with the Air Force Reserves until he retired twenty-five years later as Senior Master Sergeant in Air Traffic Control. During his military career, he attended Edinboro College where he earned both a bachelor’s and master’s degree in education.  For the duration of his professional career, he worked many years in Administration at the Wheeler School and Pittsburgh Beauty Academy. John was an active volunteer in many community organizations where his compassionate spirit will be missed. He enjoyed spending time at the Beaver Valley Mall Senior Center and local retirement and health care facilities where he was known to many as the “Tootsie Roll Man.”  He touched many lives by sacrificing his own time to comfort others. John had an unwavering faith in God and shared this faith through kindness and goodwill.  He was a long-time parishioner at the former Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, currently, Good Samaritan Catholic Church of Ambridge, where he served as a sacristan and an usher.

A visitation will be held on Sunday, June 1st from 1-5 P.M., in the John Syka Funeral Home, 833 Kennedy Drive, Ambridge, where prayers will be offered on Monday, June 2nd at 10:30 A.M., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11 A.M. in Good Samaritan Catholic Church, 725 Glenwood Avenue, Ambridge.  Interment will take place in Oak Grove Cemetery, 1101 9th Street Extension, Freedom.

Linda M. (DiClemente) Haskins (1951-2025)

Linda M. (DiClemente) Haskins, 73, of Coraopolis, passed away peacefully on May 28th, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on November 30th, 1951, a daughter of the late Oswald and Florence DiClemente. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Norm DiClemente and her sister, Carol Ann DiClemente. She is survived by her beloved husband of 51 years, George D. Haskins, her daughter, Lisa (Kris) Korol, her son, Doug (Klyde) Haskins, her sister, Donna (Jim) McFadden and her cherished grandchildren, Ben and Natalie Korol. She also leaves behind many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends who will remember her fondly.

Linda graduated of Moon Township School District who began her career at Keystone Shoe Store in Moon Township. Her and her siblings became co-owners and operators of Charles Men’s Store in Ambridge. They proudly operated it together since 1972. Linda was known for her exceptional baking and cooking, especially her homemade spaghetti sauce. She enjoyed soap operas, playing bingo and cheering on Pittsburgh sports teams.

Above all, she will be remembered as a loving wife, devoted mother, and caring sister.

A celebration of Linda’s life will be held at a later date. Arrangements have been entrusted to Alvarez-Hahn Funeral Services and Cremation, LLC, 547 8th Street, Ambridge.

Midland Summer Gallery seeks artists

MIDLAND, PA – Area artists age 17 and older may submit up to three works for the 20th Summer Gallery, a juried art show and competition scheduled for the July 4th week in the atrium of the Lincoln Park Performing Arts Center.

Entry forms are available at the Museum of Ceramics in East Liverpool, Ohio.

Show sponsor Midland Arts Council will accept two-dimensional works on June 14, between noon and 2 p.m. at the front entrance of Lincoln Park. Works should be recent, must not exceed 36 inches in width or height, must weigh less than 50 pounds, and be ready to hang. Fees are $10 per piece, or $25 for three. The Council assists artists in selling their works and does not take a commission.

The exhibition, timed to coincide with Midland’s well-known July 4th celebrations, will be free and open to the public. Daily hours are 6 to 8 p.m. July 2-6, with the exception of July 4, when the public may visit from 1 to 7 p.m.

An opening night reception for artists and guests with announcement of awards is to be held 7 to 9 p.m. July 1. The public is welcome to attend, according to Evelyn Adams, Arts Council president. She may be reached at 724.643.9968.

Artists are to pick up their works July 7, 4 to 6 p.m.

Joyce Beatty of Chester, W.Va., this year’s featured artist, began entering works in the Summer Gallery four years ago. She was last year’s best of show winner with her colorful street scene painting titled “South of France.”

“I have to create something every day,” she said, “whether it is painting or cooking or whatever. Creating feeds my soul.”
Beatty took a serious interest in painting a number of years ago, working in oils and acrylics. She characterizes her style as “somewhere between realism and impressionism.” Old buildings are among her favorite subjects. She said the changing colors of the seasons excites her imagination; “Seasons” will be the theme of her featured exhibit. A founding member of the Top of WV Arts Council, she is a hanging artist in the Summit Art Gallery in Weirton and a member of the Steubenville Art Association. Among previous honors was having her works featured at the Hancock-Brooke Art Hop and Martha’s Gallery and the Sarah Miller House in Wellsburg, W.Va.
An interest in sculpting with air-dry and oil-based clays led her to use the media to create the heads of foot-hlgh Santa Claus figures that she produces for the Christmas season, each one unique in facial expression and costume.
Joyce Beatty shares her enthusiasm for art with a sister, Nancy Wright, who also exhibits her artwork and won an honorable mention in last year’s Summer Gallery.

Daniel S. May (1951-2025)

Daniel S. May, 73, of Industry, passed away unexpectedly at his home on May 27th, 2025.

He was born in Beaver Falls on November 12th, 1951, a son of the late Wilbert “Bill” and Betty May. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Wilbert “Bill” May. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Judy, his daughters, Elizabeth May and Amanda (Kent) McDowell and his grandchildren Addison, James, and Ada. Daniel’s dedication to them was boundless. He was always willing to help others and touched the lives of those who knew him. He lived a full and happy life and will be deeply missed.

Daniel graduated from Beaver Falls High School, going on to attend the Community College of Beaver County and Middle Tennessee State University. He had a long career as a construction project manager, working throughout the United States. After retiring, he worked part-time at Home Depot in Chippewa Township. In his spare time, he enjoyed gardening and would share his vegetables with co-workers and friends. He also enjoyed driving his vintage 1946 blue Chevy truck to car cruises with his friends in the Cruzin Few Car Club. His love of travel took him and his family on vacations, traveling to National Parks throughout the United States.

Friends will be received on Monday, June 2nd, from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. in the Noll Funeral Home, Inc., 333 Third Street, Beaver, where a funeral service will be conducted on Tuesday, June 3rd, at 11 a.m. Interment will take place at Highland Cemetery, 339 Salem Church Road, Midland. Online condolences may be shared at nollfuneral.com.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Daniel’s name may be made to McGuire Memorial or the Women’s Center of Beaver County.

Kenneth Anthony Bobish (1970-2025)

Kenneth Anthony Bobish, 54, of Center Township, passed away on May 26th, 2025 at his residence.

He was born in Sewickley Valley Hospital on October 24th, 1970, a son of the late Michael J. and Annetta (DeDominicis) Bobish. He is survived by his siblings, Michael (Jennifer) Bobish, Charlotte (Timothy) Durbin and Scott Bobish, four nieces: Corinne (Erin Grimm) Bobish, Danielle (Daniel) Harding, Cassandra (Nick) Coleman and Erica (John Lattanzi) Bobish; as well as two nephews, Ryan (Kaitlyn) Durbin and Sean Durbin, a great nephew, Jameson and numerous beloved aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Kenny was a member of St. Francis Cabrini Church of Aliquippa. He enjoyed walks, riding bikes and skateboarding.

Family and friends will be received on Saturday, May 31st, from 11 A.M.-1 P.M. in the GABAUER-TODD FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, Inc., 340 Third Street, Beaver, where Military Honors and a brief blessing service to follow at 1 P.M.

People in Beaver County get ready to remember the upcoming 40th anniversary of a tornado that killed three people on May 31st, 1985

(File Photo: Caption for Photo: Tornado with dark storm clouds)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Beaver County, PA) May 31st, 2025 is the 40th anniversary of the deadly tornado in Beaver County that killed three people, injured over 100 and left about 200 homes destroyed or damaged. According to a Beaver County Times report, the tornado first touched down in Beaver County around 8:15 p.m. in Chippewa Township, west of McKinley Road and north of 37th Street. The tornado went for homes in North Sewickley Township on Gillen Road from the Beaver River in its path.

AAA: Fatal Teen Crashes are happening during the “100 Deadliest Days” between Memorial Day and Labor Day and tips to help teens stay safe

(Photo Provided with Release Courtesy of AAA East Central)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Pittsburgh, PA) According to a release from AAA East Central, 13,135 people across the country were killed in a crash involving a teen driver between 2019-2023. More than three tenths of those people were killed between Memorial Day and Labor Day during the one-hundred days that are deadliest in that category in that span. That statistic is according to a AAA review of crash data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. According to that same release from AAA East Central, here are some tips that parents should do to help teens stay safe on the road:

  • Discuss with teens early and often the dangers of risky driving situations, such as speeding and nighttime driving.
  • Discuss with teens the dangers and consequences of distracted driving (i.e., texting, having multiple people in the car, etc.)
  • Stress the importance of buckling up. According to NHTSA, more than 50 percent of teen drivers who died in 2020 were not wearing seat belts.
  • Teach by example and minimize any risky behavior when behind the wheel.
  • Make a parent-teen driving agreement that sets family rules for teen drivers. Consider setting driving limits that are stronger than state laws and enforce those limits.

33 Pennsylvania high schools and 555 Pennsylvania students win awards for students getting peers registered to vote during the last school year

(File Photo: Source for Photo: FILE – An early election ballot completion area is prepared at a collection location inside the North Park Ice Skating Rink Lodge area, Oct. 9, 2020, in McCandless, Pa. Pennsylvania’s state Senate approved a bill Wednesday, Sept. 20, 2023, to move up the state’s 2024 primary election by five weeks to March 19, aiming to avoid a conflict with the Jewish holiday of Passover and give voters more of a say in deciding presidential nominees. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic, File)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Harrisburg, PA) According to a release from the Pennsylvania Department of State, 33 Pennsylvania high schools won Governor’s Civic Engagement Awards. These awards were given because of efforts lead by students to register their peers that were eligible to vote during the 2024-2025 school year. Gold and Silver Level Awards were given to these schools for at least 65% registration for eligible students. 555 Pennsylvania students also won awards by helping their peers register to vote.

Free steering wheel lock devices will be offered at the Butler branch office of AAA East Central next week weather permitting

(Photo of AAA East Central Logo Provided with Release Courtesy of AAA East Central)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Butler, PA) According to a release from AAA East Central, the company is partnering with Pennsylvania State Police to distribute free steering wheel lock devices to Kia and Hyundai owners. The Butler branch office for AAA East Central will host the event weather permitting from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, June 4th. The locks are first-come, first serve and you must have your insurance card or vehicle registration before receiving them. The reason for this event is because there has been theft occurring more often for these Hyundai and Kia vehicles that were made between 2011 and 2022.