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Bruce Edward Whipple (1948-2025)

Bruce Edward Whipple, 76, of Chippewa Township, passed away on January 25th, 2025 at West Penn Hospital in Pittsburgh.

He was born in Rochester on May 30th, 1948, a son of the late Clarence and Hilda (Belvin) Whipple. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his siblings, Clarence “Pete” Whipple and Ronald Whipple. He is survived by his beloved wife of 57 years, Marlene A. (Verrico) Whipple, two sons, Bryan Whipple and Bradley Whipple, his beloved granddaughter, Lindsay Whipple (Matthew Bedekovich), siblings: Gary (Janet) Whipple, Keith Whipple, Robert (Crystal) Whipple and Shirley (Tom) Germer; in-laws, Cindy (Jim) Swaoger and Jody (Rich) McCarty, along with numerous nieces and nephews.

Bruce was a master carpenter in his professional career where he owned his own business, Whipple Contracting. He was also an expert pool player and participated in two leagues.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation in Bruce’s memory. In accordance with Bruce’s request, all services were private.

Arrangements were entrusted to the Gabauer-Lutton Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc., 117 Blackhawk Road, Beaver Falls.

 

Ly Thi Ha (1937-2025)

Ly Thi Ha, 87, of Pittsburgh, passed away in Beaver on January 23rd, 2025.

She was born in Vietnam on December 31st, 1937, the daughter of the late Ha Van Quyen and Vu (Thieu) Thi. She is survived by her five children: Nguyen Thi Loan, Nguyen Thi Phone Lan, Nguyen Hong Thao, Diana Ha and Thi My; fifteen grandchildren: Nguyen Lam Thanh, Vo Nguyen Tan, Nguyen Hoang Tuah, Nguyen Hoang, Nguyen Michael, Sarver Hannah, Biava Tina, Biava Dennis Scott, Nguyen Jimmy, Khuu Kathy, Khuu Kevin, Nguyen Marie Lynn, Pham Quang Vinh, Nguyen Yen Victoria and Nguyen Dat Jayden; six great-grandchildren: Nguyen Tuan Natha, Nguyen Tuan Jacob, Nguyen Thi Layla, Biava Banae Penelope, Biava Scott Nolan and Walker Kiomi Noa; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and friends.

Ly worked in sales for her professional career where she was able to sell anything. She was a hard worker in the rice fields when living in Vietnam. Ly loved to care for her children. She was known to be very easy to get along with. She was also Catholic by faith.

All services for Ly were private. Both her care and arrangements were entrusted to Gabauer-Lutton Funeral Home and & Cremation Services, Inc., 117 Blackhawk Road, Beaver Falls. The Gabauer-Lutton Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc. was honored to take care of Ly and her family.

Brunton’s Dairy Farm brings cows back and opens dairy store after fire there in October of 2023

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Beaver County, PA) A Beaver County dairy farm brought its cows back after a fire destroyed the farm in October of 2023. An electric accident caused both a bottling plant and a cow barn to set on fire at Brunton’s Dairy Farm that year. Robotic technology and new stalls for waterbeds were also provided for the cows as they are still settling in to their return.

Shapiro administration introduces funding to invest in care for both pregnant mothers and babies

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Hershey, PA) Officials from the administration of Governor Josh Shapiro spoke in Hershey on Monday about methods for both babies and pregnant mothers to achieve better care with an investment of $3.6 million. According to remarks from PA Department of Health Secretary Dr. Debra Bogen, four regional maternal health coalitions received funding. Dr. Bogen also confirmed that these companies can find out what is causing mortality rates, which could lead to service in healthcare for women and their children.

Beaver County Election Bureau hosts first-time event for prospective candidates to get used to campaign and ballot access processes

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Center Township, PA) According to a release, the Beaver County Bureau of Elections will host an instructional event for prospective and new candidates to introduce themselves to the processes of campaigning and ballot access. On Tuesday, February 11th from 6 to 8 p.m., the Community College of Beaver County’s Titan Café in Center Township will host the first-time event How to Run for Local Office 101. Topics for discussion include responsibilities for finances and fundraising, deadlines and dates, petition circulation mechanics, filing requirements and more. 

 

The Fine Wine and Good Spirits store in Midland reopens after undergoing renovations

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Midland, PA) The Midland Fine Wine and Good Spirits store reopened to the public on Monday at noon. The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board closed the store because of renovations on Saturday, January 4th. The store is open from 12 noon to 7 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays. The store is closed on Wednesdays and Saturdays.

Pittsburgh International Airport intercepts third gun this year owned by an airline contractor

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Pittsburgh, PA) Agents from TSA intercepted a gun at Pittsburgh International Airport for the third time this year this past weekend when they confiscated a 9 mm handgun that was loaded. The chamber of the gun also had a bullet inside of it. An airline contractor at the Pittsburgh airport owned the gun and TSA officials confirmed that person has their credentials removed and is not working there anymore.

 

Aliquippa woman jailed after physically assaulting an Aliquippa man in Raccoon Township

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Raccoon Township, PA) Pennsylvania State Police in Beaver report that a domestic incident occurred in Raccoon Township on December 28th, 2024. At 7:30 p.m., thirty-five-year-old Zachary Pietruszka of Aliquippa was physically assaulted by thirty–six-year-old Alyssa Pietruszka of Aliquippa on 130 Maplehurst Drive. Alyssa Pietruszka was apprehended by troopers and is now in the Beaver County Jail after the incident.

AARP Pennsylvania grants are in progress for communities in the state

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(Reported by Danielle Smith of Keystone News Service)

(Harrisburg, PA) Pennsylvania cities or civic groups with ideas for improving their communities have a new chance to make them a reality. Grants from the AARP Community Challenge fund projects which do not take long to complete. Since 2017, Pennsylvania has given almost 500-thousand dollars in grants toward 41 projects. AARP Pennsylvania state director Bill Johnston-Walsh says this is the ninth year for the grants and the applications are being accepted for three different grant opportunities, capacity-building microgrants, demonstration, and what he explains are known as flagship grants. He says AARP Community Challenge Grants fund quick-action projects that boost “livability” and help improve walk and bike audits, home modifications, pedestrian safety and more. Applications are open now through March 5th.