Author: Beaver County Radio

Vice President Harris and Governor Tim Walz continue their campaign as bus tour begins in Pittsburgh Sunday

Democratic Presidential Nominee and Vice President Kamala Harris and Governor Tim Walz, her running mate, will make an appearance on their bus tour starting in Pittsburgh, along with Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff and Minnesota First Lady Gwen Walz. A news release from the Harris Walz campaign states that the tour will begin in Pittsburgh on Sunday, part of the duo’s road ahead of the Democratic National Convention.

Dentist faces charges from Weirton Police Department for privacy

A Moon Township man has pleaded guilty after filing a false tax return on Wednesday. According to the Department of Justice, 53-year-old Albert Boyd Jr. willingly filed the false tax. There was also a reported loss of $1.03 million in court. Boyd did not initially report the income of his business, Boyd Roll-Off Services, and most of that income came from the sale of scrap metal that was unreported. He also deposited checks into accounts separate from his business. Boyd will receive a sentence later this year, and he may face up to three years in prison and a potential fine of up to $250,000 or twice that amount obtained through his false tax return.

Moon Township man pleads guilty to false tax

A Moon Township man has pleaded guilty after filing a false tax return on Wednesday. According to the Department of Justice, 53-year-old Albert Boyd Jr. willingly filed the false tax. There was also a reported loss of $1.03 million in court. Boyd did not initially report the income of his business, Boyd Roll-Off Services, and most of that income came from the sale of scrap metal that was unreported. He also deposited checks into accounts separate from his business. Boyd will receive a sentence later this year, and he may face up to three years in prison and a potential fine of up to $250,000 or twice that amount obtained through his false tax return.

 

Edward “Edgemo” Klak (1930-2024)

Edward “Edgemo” Klak, 93, of Ambridge passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on August 12, 2024. He was born in Sewickley on November 13, 1930, to the late Vincent and Pauline Klak. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his beloved wife of 68 years, Shirley (Massoud) Klak, his sisters Sophie and Dorothy, and brother, Henry. He is survived by his daughters, Debra (Stan) Darpino and Kathy (Troy) Erwin, his grandchildren, whom he loved dearly, Paige (John) Full, Edward Erwin, and Natalie Erwin, his great-granddaughter, Vivian, and one on the way. He is also survived by his sisters, Joann (Joe) Barna and Florence Jula, many loving members of the Massoud family, Anthony (Lee) Massoud, Liz (Nick) Williams, Marie Venanzio, John (MaryAnn) Massoud and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. Edward honorably served his country in the U.S. Army. After his service, he continued his commitment to public service by joining the police force. He went on to serve for the Ambridge Police Department for over 30 years. He was a pillar of the community and known for his integrity, compassion, and dedication to helping others. Throughout the years, Edward made countless friends with his colleagues and the residents he served, leaving a lasting impact on all who knew him. Edward was a member of St. Luke the Evangelist Parish, Good Samaritan Church of Ambridge. He was a true Pittsburgh sports fan and loved to watch the Steelers and Pirate games. His enthusiasm was contagious while often watching with his family and friends. He took great joy in sharing his love for sports, his Polish heritage and listening to polkas on Sundays, passing on traditions that will be cherished for generations. A memorial visitation will be held at the Alvarez-Hahn Funeral Services and Cremation LLC, 547 8th Street Ambridge, for both Edward and his late wife Shirley on Monday, August 26th, from 9-11 A.M. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 11:30 A.M. in the Saint Luke/Good Samaritan Church, 725 Glenwood Avenue, Ambridge. Entombment will follow at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies of Bridgeville.

Norma (Winkler) Murphy (1932-2024)

Norma (Winkler) Murphy, 91, of Chippewa Township, passed away on August 12, 2024 at Celebration Villa of Chippewa.

Born on September 19, 1932, in Ellwood City, she was the daughter of the late Michael and Marie (Huber) Winkler. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Edward Murphy, granddaughter, Heather Murphy, brothers Michael and William Winkler; and four sisters, Elsie Bennett, Elma Fulford, Hilda Gentzel, and Dorothy Moskal. She is survived by daughters, Sally (Kraig) Diehl of Chippewa Township; Nancy Udstuen of Spanaway, Washington; Cynthia Hall of Mesa, Arizona, brother, Robert Winkler, of California; grandchildren, Jessica (Robert) Cramer, Jennifer Weidman, Danielle (Aaron) Sweet, Alexis Udstuen, Erik Udstuen, Russell (Kirstie) Diehl, Rachel (Taylor) Killen, and Roger (Courtney) Diehl and 5 great grandchildren.

She graduated from Beaver Valley General Hospital School of Nursing in 1953.  She was a passionate and dedicated registered nurse for 41 years at New Brighton and Medical Center of Beaver County (now Heritage Valley).

Friends will be received on Thursday, August 15 from 6 P.M. until time of blessing service at 7 P.M. in the HILL AND KUNSELMAN FUNERAL HOME, INC.- 3801 4TH Avenue, Beaver Falls.

Entombment will take place in Beaver Falls Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, should friends desire, contributions can be made to the Blackhawk School District Educational Foundation, 500 Blackhawk Road, Beaver Falls, PA  15010 in memory of Norma Murphy.  To honor her passion for nursing care, a scholarship will be set up in her name for any student attending a four-year college to pursue a career in nursing.

The family would like to thank the entire staff of Celebration Villa and Gateway Hospice, Fox Rehab (Brittany & Megan) and Gallagher Home Health Services (Jenn) for the outstanding care given to our mother over the past several years.  There is a special place in heaven for her caregivers.

Robert L. Longfellow (1937-2024)

Robert L. Longfellow, 86, of McCandless Township, formerly of Freedom, passed away on August 11, 2024 at St. John’s Specialty Care Center of Mars. Robert was born in Weirton, West Virginia on September 14, 1937. He was the son of the late Howard P. and Ethel G. (Doty) Longfellow. He was preceded in death by one sister, Margaret Jane Wright and one brother, Phillip G. Longfellow. He is survived by his wife of 66 years, his high school sweetheart, Carol Lee (Brown) Longfellow, two daughters and sons-in-law, Robbin L. and Donald Sawyer of Elmira, New York and Terri L. and Richard Fuller of Atlanta, Georgia, four grandchildren, Skye (Hank), Keely (Yan), Aidan and Carmen and four great-grandchildren.He was a retired Vice-President of Marketing and Sales with Chelsea Building Products of Oakmont and also retired from Dravo Corporation where he began his career and with his job traveled the world over, taking him to 39 countries. He was a 1956 graduate of Freedom High School and received his BS degree from the University of Pittsburgh where he played football. He received his Master’s Degree from Case Western University of Ohio. Robert was a member of the Ingomar United Methodist Church of Pittsburgh where he and his wife both sang in the choir and led a group named “Seekers” with his church. Robert’s wishes were to be cremated. A Celebration of Life Memorial Service will be held at a later date in the Ingomar United Methodist Church. Inurnment will be in Oak Grove Cemetery, Freedom. Arrangements are being handled by the William Murphy Funeral Home, Inc., 349 Adams Street, Rochester. Donations in Robert’s name may be made to the Beaver County Humane Society, 3394 Brodhead Road, Aliquippa, the Ingomar United Methodist Church, 1501 W. Ingomar Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15237 or to 3rd Floor of St. John’s Specialty Care Facility, 500 Wittenberg Way, Mars, PA 16046.

John “Dean” Bosh (1939-2024)

John “Dean” Bosh, 84, of Ambridge, passed away at home on August 6, 2024. He was born on December 21, 1939, the son of the late Frank and Anna Bosh. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his siblings; Sam, Bob, Denny, Tony, Bernadette Bosh, and Mary “Toots” McGoff, as well as his sisters-in-law, Pat Bosh, Mary Bosh, and Mariellen Rollins. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Suzanne Dancison-Bosh; his children, Lori Bosh, Lisa (Craig) Bosh-Ketterer, Michael Bosh and fiancée Jena Simpson, Linda Bosh, and Rose Bosh, his siblings Joanne (Dick) Yakich, Daniel (Lillian) Bosh, Antonette Bosh and Jim, Mitch (Sherry) Bosh, and twin brother James (Cindy) Bosh, grandchildren Ashlee (Tony) Allis, Nathan Bosh, Mareena and Brayden Ketterer, Meg and Mia Simpson, and great-grandchildren Emma and Leo Allis, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. John proudly served in the United States Army. A dedicated Pittsburgh sports fan, he enjoyed visits to the casino, horse racing, and golf. He cherished time spent with his family, especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. In accordance with his wishes, arrangements are private and his services and obituary are entrusted to Alvarez Hahn Funeral Services and Cremation LLC of Ambridge.

Free potassium iodide tablets to be distributed Thursday, Aug. 22 at Mall

MONACA, Aug. 14 – State Rep. Rob Matzie, D-Beaver, is encouraging Beaver County residents to stop by the Beaver Valley Mall’s Center at the Mall in Monaca between 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 22 for the state’s annual distribution of free potassium iodide tablets.

“Nuclear power is one of safest energy sources available, with multiple systems designed into modern plants that make the risk of an injury-causing accident extremely rare,” Matzie said. “But it still makes sense to take every precaution, which is why the state distributes free potassium iodide tablets each year to residents living within 10 miles of the state’s four active power plants, including Beaver Valley Power Station.

“The Department of Health will be distributing tablets between 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 22 at Center at the Mall, inside Beaver Valley Mall in Monaca. I encourage everyone to stop by for that extra peace of mind that comes with knowing you and your family are fully prepared.”

Matzie said the distribution will take place at Unit #284 of the mall, which is located at 570 Beaver Valley Mall Blvd. in Monaca. Residents may request tablets for family members or others who are unable to get the tablets on their own.

Residents unable to attend the Aug. 22 event may also obtain tablets at the Beaver County State Health Center located at 3582 Brodhead Road in Monaca. The center is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and can be reached at 724-774-1385.

City of Aliquippa hiring police officer and firefighter

Story by Sandy Giordano – Beaver County Radio. Published August 14, 2024 1:22 P.M.

(Aliquippa, Pa) Applications for both positions can be picked up at the city building  located at 581 Franklin Avenue from 9am to 3pm Monday through Friday. Applications are due by Monday, August 26, 2024.

There is no fee for the police officer applications. Base pay is $45,468.80. Act 120 and the state exam are required. A $35 fee is required for the firefighter application, a valid driver’s license and firefighter 2 certification, as well as a current EMT certification is required. Applicants must pass a  written and oral interview, physical agility and drug test to qualify.

Hopewell Area School District hires staff and announces retirements

Story by Sandy Giordano – Beaver County Radio. Published August 14, 2024 1:19 P.M.

(Hopewell Township, Pa) At Tuesday night’s work session Rosetta Dufalla’s retirement was announced.  She was an English teacher, Deborah Ross retired from Margaret Ross Elementary School, where she taught special education. One paraprofessional resigned  who worked at the junior high school.

Two senior high school science teachers were hired , and seven paraprofessionals were hired, 3 for Hopewell Elementary School, 2 for Independence elementary School, and 2 for the junior high school. Two bus drivers resigned and one was hired.
Morgan Metzger was hired as the school district psychologist. She will begin her duties once released from her current job and  her clearances are received by the district. Brabdt Dykstra was hired as an elementary art teacher effective on August 19, 2024.
The regular school board meeting will be held on Tuesday, august 26, 2024 at 7 p.m. in the board room.