Story by Sandy Giordano – Beaver County Radio. Published July 17, 2023 7:27 A.M.

(Aliquippa, PA) Lamar Deavion James Seymour, 17, is lodged in the Beaver County  Jail  without bail  following a juvenile/adult interest of Justice Hearing Friday afternoon, according to DA David J. Lozier. Seymour is charged with criminal homicide and  possession  of a weapon by a minor for the murder of  Dahvea Sparrow, 15, of Aliquippa last Saturday, July 8, 2023. The murder occurred at Main and Knoll Streets in the city.

(Brighton Twp., Pa.) Beaver County Radio and The Pennsylvania Hot Rod Company held Cruise number two of four on Saturday at the new Beaver County Radio Studios in Brighton Township.

Drivers showed up early to get their spot and hear Beaver County Radio’s own Curtis Walsh and his band “Better Think Twice” belt out the tunes . The day got started at Beaver County Radio General Manager Frank Sparks along with Pennsylvania Hot Rod Company owner, David Rodenbaugh welcomed the crowd. That was followed by Beaver County Radio’s JD Merkel singing the National Anthem. “Better Think Twice” then played for an hour followed by JD Merkel doing his Solid Gold Show from outside the radio station. There was a Chinese Auction and a 50/50. Check out the photos below of all of the fun.

The third cruise in the series of four is scheduled for August 19, 2023 from 12:00 to 5:00 PM.

In this week’s episode of Highmark Heroes, Jim Roddey talks with Allegheny Health Network’s Dr. David Stapor about his practices and experiences as an orthopedic surgeon.  Then, Mr. Roddey sits down once again with Eric Zahren from the Carnegie Hero Fund to discuss civilian heroes who’ve been awarded the Carnegie Hero Medal for sacrifice to fellow civilians.

“Heroes” is presented by Highmark Blue Cross/Blue Shield and the Allegheny Health Network, airing Saturdays at 10:00 AM and Sundays at 12:30 PM on Beaver County Radio. Archived editions of “Heroes” can be heard at the Beaver County Radio Podcast Library.

Who are the “enemies of the cross”? Pastor Dave Grove takes a look at the scripture in the book of Corinthians to discuss that, as well as how worshippers should conduct themselves in their time here on Earth.

“Wake Up Beaver Valley” airs every Saturday morning from 9 AM to 10 AM on Beaver County Radio and is presented by the Church of The Redeemed of Beaver Valley. Archived editions of “Wake Up Beaver Valley” can be heard at the Beaver County Radio Podcast Library.

On this week’s edition of “Living Well”, hosts Jeff Bost and Dr. Joseph Maroon get into the topic of Type 3 Diabetes, how it is caused, and how it can link to other diseases such as Alzheimer’s.

Dr. Joseph Maroon is a world renown neurosurgeon with extensive experience in neurosurgery. He specializes in minimally invasive surgery to speed recovery for his patients. He is a sports medicine expert and innovator in concussion management, personal fitness and nutrition. Dr. Maroon is also the Pittsburgh Steelers team doctor.

Jeff Bost is a consultant to the St. Barnabas Health System. Bost is also a Clinical Instructor in the Department of Neurosurgery at University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, a consultant to the WWE, and Clinical Assistant Professor at Chatham University. He has a special interest in minimally invasive spine and brain surgery and have collaborated on scores of scientific medical papers and books in these areas. Over the last 15 years he has researched, lectured and written on the use of alternative treatment for pain control.

Bost, along with Dr. Joseph Maroon have authored two books on the use of omega-3 fish oil, including: Fish Oil: The Natural Anti-Inflammatory, currently in its forth printing with over 75,000 copies sold and recently, Why You Need Fish Oil. He has given over 100 invited lectures, 24 national posters and oral presentations, 29 coordinated research projects, five workshops presentations, 35 scientific articles and 10 book chapters.

You can rune into “Living Well” every Saturday morning at 8:30 on 95.7 and 99.3 FM, 1230 WBVP, 1460 WMBA, and beavercountyradio.com.

You can also listen to all previous episodes of “Living Well” by going to beavercountyradio.com clicking on the Listen Live Button, Then chose Beaver County Radio and click on Podcasts in the upper right hand corner.

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Story by Sandy Giordano – Beaver County Radio. Published July 14, 2023 12:19 P.M.

(Aliquippa, PA) DA David J. Lozier in a press release sent out a message that Lamar Seymour, 17, surrendered to the Beaver County Sheriff.  PA State Police will take custody of Seymour and transport him to the Freedom District magistrate’s office at 2:30pm. He will have a juvenile/adult interest of justice hearing for the murder  of Daveah Sparrow that occurred last Saturday night in Aliquippa.
The DA said we wish to thank the citizens of Aliquippa for assisting law enforcement  and making this arrest possible and we again extend our prayers and sympathies to the Sparrow family and the citizens of Aliquippa.

HARRISBURG – Governor Josh Shapiro today announced that the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania was ranked among the top employers in the nation by recent college graduates in a new survey conducted by Forbes Magazine and Statista. The Commonwealth was one of only six states included in the list of best employers for new graduates.

“Under my Administration, we are making sure Pennsylvanians know that the doors of opportunity are wide open to those who want to serve our Commonwealth. Whether you’re a recent college graduate or have gained skills and experiences outside the classroom, the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is a great place to work where state employers are committed to serving our communities every single day,” said Governor Josh Shapiro. “We’re breaking down barriers for those who want to work with us, and that’s why I signed an executive order emphasizing skills and experience in hiring for state government jobs, appointed a chief diversity officer to work across all of our agencies, and expanded internships to expose more students to public service. No matter what you look like, where you come from, who you love, or who you pray to, you have a place here in Pennsylvania, and I am building an Administration that represents the entire Commonwealth and gives folks a real opportunity to succeed.”

“The Commonwealth employs Pennsylvanians in nearly every career field you can imagine, and there are hundreds of openings across the state waiting to be filled, said Secretary of Administration Neil Weaver, whose office oversees recruitment and hiring. “If you are looking for a job that makes a difference, we want to hear from you.”

Graduates who work for the Commonwealth may qualify for tuition forgiveness under the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program, as well as scholarships to continue their education at a State System of Higher Education university. Other benefits include flexible work schedules and telework schedules for certain positions, access to free mental health counseling and wellness resources, opportunities for professional development and advancement, and working for an employer committed to providing an inclusive work environment where everyone feels appreciated. The Commonwealth also offers a choice of high-quality health and retirement plans, free life insurance, wellness programs, and paid leave and holidays, including paid parental leave.

Job seekers can visit Employment.pa.gov to view and apply to current job openings, receive notifications about new vacancies in their field, and learn more about the Commonwealth’s Total Rewards benefits for employees.

The Shapiro Administration is committed to making state government work for Pennsylvanians and delivering real results. On his first day in office, Governor Shapiro signed an executive order eliminating four-year college degree requirements for 92% of state jobs and directing the Office of Administration to emphasize skills and experience in Commonwealth job postings in order to open up the doors of opportunity to more Pennsylvanians.

Under Governor Josh Shapiro’s leadership, the Office of Administration is working to expand pathways to Commonwealth employment and create more diverse and inclusive workplaces. They include:

• Expanding internship opportunities across state agencies to expose more high school and college students to career opportunities in public service.
• Developing work-based learning opportunities, such as internships and apprenticeships, for non-degree students pursuing careers in a variety of fields.
• Offering the two-year William and Hannah Penn Fellowship for job seekers with advanced degrees.
• Appointing a Chief Diversity Officer to lead diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives across Commonwealth agencies.

The Office of Administration is also updating the hiring process for the 30 percent of Commonwealth jobs that are non-civil service, with the goal of reducing the average time to hire to 50 days.

To determine the top employers, Forbes partnered with market research firm Statista, and surveyed more than 28,000 young and early career professionals (defined as those with less than 10 years of work experience) in the U.S. working for companies with at least 1,000 employees. Throughout the survey period, which ran from February to March 2023, participants were asked to rate their employer in areas such as reputation, salary and benefits, education and career advancement opportunities, working hours and atmosphere, quality of work, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), whether good performance is recognized, and whether they would recommend their employer to friends and family.

(Ambridge, PA) Pittsburgh Region Clean Cities is hosting a virtual workshop on July 19th that is focused on the future of electric vehicles in the Borough of Ambridge and is inviting local businesses in the borough and its surrounding communities to participate. It’s all part of a nationwide project presented by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). The “Ready for EVs” workshop hopes to bring together various members of the community using a virtual format to offer information about electric vehicles, charging infrastructure, and how the future of EVs could look in your community. Learn more and register at ReadyforEVs.com.

Get ready for “Beaver Takes Broadway!” the spectacular Summer Sing! of 2023, The Beaver Valley  Choral Society brings back this musical extravaganza Monday through Wednesday, July 31 through  August 2, 7pm to 9pm at New Brighton Methodist Church, 1033 Sixth Avenue, New Brighton PA  15066. Miah Sirianni, BVCS Choral Conducting Scholar, is directing the three-day musical affair.  

BVCS members and non-members alike, are coming together to sight read music near the end of  summer. Medley selections to rehearse include “Phantom of the Opera,” “Fiddler on the Roof,” and “The Sound of Music.” “Why We Tell the Story,” from the musical, “Once on This Island,” is also  among the selections. Plus there’s a new piece, yet untitled, written by Miah Sirianni and Geoff  McKain, written for the Beaver Valley Choral Society. 

“Beaver Takes Broadway,” an informal one-hour concert, concludes the Summer Sing! 2023 at New  Brighton Methodist Church on Wednesday, August 2 at 8pm. There is no admission charge, but  donations are accepted. 

Membership in the Beaver Valley Choral Society is not a requirement to participate. It is open to  the general public, men and women, ages 18 and older. If you find yourself whistling while you  work or bursting in song around the house, put your talent to good use at the BVCS “Summer Sing!”  It’s educational, it’s entertaining and a whole lot of fun. 

The registration fee for BVCS members of $15.00, and $20.00 for non-members, covers the cost of  sheet music and other expenses. To register online simply email bvcssummersing@gmail.com. You may also register when you attend the rehearsal on Monday, July 31. Fee payment by cash or  check will be collected at that time.