Author: Beaver County Radio

Beaver County Jr. Ranger makes it to the semi-finals of the National Wildlife Federation’s Jr. Ranger competition

(Photo of four-year-old Quinn Landry of Industry courtesy of her parents, Janeen and Shane Landry)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Industry, PA) A Beaver County Jr. Ranger has now moved on to the semi-finals of the National Wildlife Federation’s Jr. Ranger competition as of Saturday. Four-year-old Quinn Landry of Industry made it past the quarterfinal round of this competition. The winner will be in Ranger Rick magazine and will get a prize of $20,000. You can vote for Quinn to win this round until Thursday, July 17th at 10 p.m. The online link to vote for Quinn can be found at the link below. Quinn made it to the quarterfinal round of this competition on July 1st, 2025. Quinn absolutely loves all kinds of wildlife, nature and especially bugs. Quinn also got to meet a park ranger at Keystone State Park. August 8th will be the date when the winner of this competition is announced.

https://jr-ranger.org/2025/quinn-6087.

Yankee Trader 07-12-25

07-12-25 Listings

 

Advertise your YARD SALES on Yankee Trader up to a month in advance for FREE.

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Timothy            Ohio                  330-301-8223

LTB (looking to buy) 4 kitchen chairs for a good price or free.

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Jean                  Bridgewater             724-775-1345

An Embroidery Sewing Machine-complete with extra needles, thread, bobbins, operating manual.  Only $50.00

 

Beautiful set of Haviland China with an autumn design.  6 pieces per set. 12 sets available.  Will sell sets for $25 each or everything for $500 which will include accessory pieces.

 

Set of 5 P&LE railroad water glasses.  $20

 

Wooden bench with a padded seat in fall color plaid.  $5.00

 

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Karen                Beaver Falls area              878-245-7729

LTB (looking to buy) a mini clothes dryer sized for an apartment or an RV.

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Kenny                Eastvale                    724-843-5819

Toro gas lawn mower.  21” path.  Works good.   $125.00

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Charlie              Beaver Falls              724-843-2560

1999 1100 Honda Shadow Spirit with only 38,000 miles.  Well maintained with current inspection.  Custom exhaust and 2 brand new Michelin tires.  Saddle bags and 2 Travel bags that sit behind rider are included.  Silver & black.  Already wired for you to use a battery tender.  Excellent condition…runs great.

New price! Only $2,500

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George                               724-869-4717

England Brand Sofa from a smoke-free, pet-free home.  Gorgeous Chocolate brown w gold speckles.  Reversible 1 piece cushion.  Only a couple of years old.  In perfect condition.

He’ll take $400 OBO, but would love to give this beautiful piece of furniture to a veteran or veteran’s family for FREE.

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Val                    Beaver              724-513-9390

All items open for offers!

 

Folding Shopping Cart with wheels       Make an offer.

 

An album of Donruss Triple Play Baseball cards.  356 cards in protective sleeves from 1994.  Names include mark McGwire, Dennis Eckersly, Tim Salmon, Roger Clemens and many more  $75.00

 

456 Fleer, Topps and Donruss cards in album.  Nolan Ryan, Ken Griffey & many others.  Buy individually or the album.

Perfect condition.  $75.00

 

An album of Baseball SETS.  Purchase a set (in sleeves) or the entire album.

1 is Fleer Atlantic Collector’s Edition 1993 25 cards for $25

Sunoco Atlantic Collector’s Edition 1994 25 cards for $25

9 Hologram Cards American League 1991 (Orioles, A’s, Sox, Padres & more) $12.00

Hill’s Pittsburgh Pirates Kid’s Club Collection including Jay Bell, Bob Rock, Andy VanSlyke.  24 Cards $35.00

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Marilyn                      Beaver              425-444-2321

Dell DOUBLE monitor mounted on a single stand.  Check email while keeping an eye on your favorite show or stock prices.

This is a 10 year old unit with all the hookups included.  Fabulous picture quality.   Only $80

Salvadore ‘Salvy’ Taormina (February 8, 1932-July 9, 2025)

Salvadore S. “Salvy” Taormina, 93 a former long me resident of Monaca passed away peacefully in his sleep on Wednesday July 9, 2025, at his current residence in Hopewell Twp.

Born on February 8, 1932, in Monaca, PA, Salvy lived a life marked by devo on to his family and his community. Salvy was the beloved son of the late Anthony and Connie Taormina. He was preceded in death by his treasured son Joseph, as well as his two brothers and three sisters.

His legacy continues through his loving wife of 70 years, Justina B. Amato Taormina, whom he married on June 4, 1955. Together, they built a family that includes three sons, Rick (Phyllis) Taormina, Jay Taormina, the late Joseph Taormina and a daughter-in-law, Tracy (Mark) Taormina Malagese. Salvy was a proud grandfather to Alisha (Aaron) Cumpston, Ricki (Lauren) Taormina, Jennifer (Chris) Kosek, Jamie (Sam) Kingston, Joseph (Cassie) Taormina, and Krista (Ryan) McCandless. His joy multiplied with the arrival of 15 great-grandchildren.

A graduate of Monaca High School, Salvy was a standout athlete, lettering in football, and basketball. His prowess on the football field earned him the title of All County Halfback in his senior year, and he showcased his talents in the East-West Game. His education continued at Geneva College before he proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean  Conflict.

Returning home, Salvy began working in 1955 at his father’s produce business in Monaca. Later, he embarked on a career at Westinghouse Electric, where he dedicated 20 years before retiring. Not one to be idle Salvy gained part me employment at Shop n Save produce department.

He was a member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church. His commitment to service was evident in his extensive involvement in local sports programs. In 1967, he began assisting with St. John’s School intramural basketball and went on to become the sixth-grade coach from 1969 to 1972. His passion for nurturing young talent led him to co-found the Monaca Bantam Basketball Program, which he served as President for many years. Salvy’s dedication to youth sports extended to his roles with the Monaca Quarterback Club and the Monaca Fast Break Club.

He also enjoyed spending me at Mountaineer thoroughbred race track.

For his tireless community involvement, Salvy was inducted into the Monaca Hall of Fame in 1991, a testament to the las ng impact he made on his hometown. His legacy is not only in the programs he helped establish and lead but also in the countless young lives he influenced. ​

Friends will be received on Monday July 14 th from 3- 7 PM at SIMPSON FUNERAL &CREMATION SERVICES, 1119 Washington Avenue, Monaca where a blessing service will be held on Tuesday at 12:30 PM with Deacon Robert Bittner, officiating. Interment will follow with military honors at 2:30 PM at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies.

The family wishes to thank VITAS Hospice for the compassionate care that was provided to Salvy.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made in his memory to Beaver County Humane Society or St. Jude Research Hospital.

To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Salvadore , please visit our floral store.

David Joseph Bosh, Sr. (1942-2025)

David Joseph Bosh, Sr., 82, of Fair Oaks (Logstown), passed away on July 8th, 2025.

He was born on December 3rd, 1942 and was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Patricia Bosh, his children, Anita, David Jr., and the twins, his siblings: Mary Ann “Toots,” Dean, Jimmy, Bernadette, Anthony, Denny, Francis “Sam,” and Bobby; as well as his grandchildren, Jenny Bosh and Brandy French. He is survived by his daughter, Sara (Mark Walker), his son, Jeff Bosh, his daughter-in-law, Yvette Bosh, his siblings, Mike (Sherry) Bosh, Daniel (Lil) Bosh, Antonette and Joanne Yakich. David was a cherished grandfather to Bonnie Bosh, Eric Bosh, David Bosh III, Nick Skoski, Jesse Mattie, Mika Bosh, and Jakota Bosh. He was also a proud great-grandfather to David Bosh IV, Onna, Jerrett, Eric Jr., Aleeah, Davina, Anthony, Autumn, Angel, Aaliyah and Alexander. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. David was a proud former Paratrooper and Green Beret in the U.S. Army. He has always provided for his family through thick and thin. He was always there to lend a hand, whether something was broken or someone simply needed help.

Friends will be received on Monday, July 14th, from 4 P.M. until the time of a blessing service at 7 P.M. at Alvarez-Hahn Funeral Services and Cremation, LLC, 547 8th Street, Ambridge, who was in charge of his arrangements.

Angeline Marie (Villella) Catanzariti (1936-2025)

Angeline Marie (Villella) Catanzariti, 88, of Ambridge, passed away on July 10th, 2025 in Allegheny General Hospital of Pittsburgh.

She was born in Fair Oaks on October 11th, 1936, a daughter of the late Francis and Mary Villella. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving husband, Dominic Catanzariti, her sister, Mary Ann Knoll and a brother, Natale Villella.She is survived by her three sons, Frank (Ellen) Catanzariti, Michael (Nancy) Catanzariti and Paul (Mary) Catanzariti, six grandsons: Joseph (Tori), Daniel, Stephen, Samuel, David, of Ohio and Dr. Joshua Catanzariti of Ellwood City, as well as two great grandchildren, Dominic & Silvia Catanzariti of Ohio, and her sweetheart, Ed Brennan.

Angeline graduated from Ambridge High School and the Business Training College as a Medical Secretary. She worked for Dr. Landay as well as working for the Internal Medicine Associates in Ambridge. She was also a member of the former Christ the King Parish as well as Good Samaritan Church in Ambridge where she served as President of the Christian Mothers Ladies Guild at both parishes. She was also a cantor and choir member of the Beaver Valley Choral Society. She also sung with the Beaver Valley Choral Society. She received the Manifesting the Kingdom Award in 2006 and the Marcus O’Brian award in 2017.

Friends will be received on Monday, July 14th from 4-8 P.M. in the John Syka Funeral Home, Inc., 833 Kennedy Drive, Ambridge, who was in charge of her arrangements and where a prayer will be offered on Tuesday, July 15th at 10 A.M., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 A.M. in the Good Samaritan Catholic Church, 725 Glenwood Avenue, Ambridge.

Ralph Randall “Randy” Tedrow (1960-2025)

Ralph Randall “Randy” Tedrow, 65, of Big Beaver Borough, passed away on July 2nd, 2025, at Heritage Valley Health System –Beaver Campus.

He was born in New Brighton on March 9th, 1960, a son of the late Ralph and Vivian (Curfman) Tedrow. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Georgeanne (Vogel) Tedrow and his siblings, Mark J. Tedrow, Diane Lutz, and Norma Tedrow and a nephew, Mark A. Tedrow. He is survived by his daughter, Rachelle (James Ohler) Tedrow, his son, Shawn Tedrow, his granddaughters, Katlynn and Erika Chalupiak, his grandson, Bradley Chalupiak, two great-grandkids, Micah Miller and Abby Chalupiak and his siblings: Gary Tedrow of North Sewickley, Bruce Tedrow of North Sewickley, Deb Hummel of Beaver Falls, Cindy Tedrow of North Sewickley, Beth Ann Tedrow of New Castle, and Brenda (Ron) Mutschler of North Sewickley.
Ralph was the superintendent of Grandview Cemetery in Beaver Falls for many years and would do anything to help anyone. He was a kind-hearted man who enjoyed family cookouts, riding quads, shooting guns and spending time
with his grandkids. He was also a part of the Edgewood Church community. He played the part of the Devil in the Tribulation House. He was also in the Lions Club in the 90’s.
Friends will be received on Saturday, July 12th from 2 P.M. until the time
of services at 4 P.M. in the GABAUER FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 1133 Penn Ave., New Brighton, who was in charge of his arrangements.
Interment will be private in Grandview Cemetery, 139 Norwood Drive, Beaver Falls, alongside his wife.

Brunton Dairy resumes processing milk for the first time since a fire destroyed two barns of the Beaver County company in 2023

(Photo Courtesy of Brunton Dairy)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Beaver County, PA) An announcement came Wednesday from Brunton Dairy that they have resumed processing milk for the first time since a fire destroyed two barns of the Beaver County company in 2023. They will be making deliveries to stores soon once again. The cows came back to the farm in January of 2025 and Brunton Diary got a grant of over $460,000 on July 1st, 2025 to help their process of rebuilding. The fire occurred in October of 2023. The dairy store at Brunton Dairy is the only place where milk is available now there.

The Community College of Beaver County is hosting its 2025 Community Day on its Monaca campus

(File Photo of the Community College of Beaver County logo)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Monaca, PA) The Community College of Beaver County is having their 2025 Community Day on Saturday, July 19th from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the CCBC campus in Monaca. This event is free and is available for the whole family to participate in. There will be organizations, artists and authors that are local, as well as entertainment and activities. According to a release from the Community College of Beaver County, here is what to expect for the event:

FEATURES INCLUDE:
  • Activities spread across campus, including the Courtyard, Shell Center, Library, and Student Services Center.
  • Dunk tank fun! CCBC staff and admins are getting dunked!
  • Touch-a-truck with local first responders—great for kids and families.
  • Food trucks, including Curbside Cocina and Slurp and Burst Boba, will be on site with plenty of tasty options.
  • Say hi to Volt, our CCBC mascot, as he makes his way around the event.
  • Escape rooms will challenge guests to solve puzzles and beat the clock.
  • Plus, we’ll have raffle prizes throughout the day!

Bridge City FC taking the pitch for its inaugural season in Major League Indoor Soccer in 2025

(File Photo of a Soccer Ball)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Pittsburgh, PA) Bridge City FC, a new indoor soccer team from Pittsburgh, will play its inaugural season in Major League Indoor Soccer in 2025. The team will hold tryouts that are open for players on October 16th, 2025. The team is co-owned by the Central Valley Warriors soccer coach, Jack Shearer, as well as Chartiers Valley alumnus, Josh DiMatteo and a former goalkeeper for Robert Morris University, Grant Glorioso. All three played soccer for Division I programs and for the Harrisburg Heat.