Author: Beaver County Radio

Findlay and North Fayette Township intersection to undergo single-lane alternating traffic restrictions weekdays through late August after improvement project begins

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Beaver County, PA) On weekdays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. through late August, single lane alternating traffic restrictions will occur in Findlay and North Fayette Townships. On Wednesday, work was beginning on Route 30 and according to PennDOT, the intersections of Chiri Lane and Interstate 576 will undergo a project from road crews. Drainage will be improved, slopes will be repaired along the road, and guardrails will be installed and removed at these locations.  The project is worth $5.63 million and paving, milling, and line repainting will also be performed. Flaggers will also guide drivers through the zone where work will occur.

Survey confirms that Pennsylvania drivers want carmakers to keep improving fuel efficiency

(File Photo: Source for Photo: FILE – In this Monday, Sept. 16, 2019, file photo, a woman pumps gas at a convenience store in Pittsburgh. Industry analyst Trilby Lundberg of the Lundberg Survey said Sunday, March 15, 2020, that gas prices could continue to fall as demand shrinks amid the coronavirus pandemic. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)

(Reported by Danielle Smith of Keystone News Service)

(Harrisburg, PA) Americans continue to see improving fuel economy as the most significant change they want from vehicle manufacturers when they offer new products. A new Consumer Reports survey shows strong support in Pennsylvania and beyond for regulations that lower fuel costs and emissions. Chris Harto with Consumer Reports says the survey reveals consumers don’t trust automakers to actually deliver those fuel savings without regulations. President Donald Trump’s recent executive order ended the E-V mandate. Harto says they are concerned that his administration may weaken standards, putting future consumer savings at risk. He adds that if left in place, these standards could save drivers an additional six thousand dollars in fuel costs over the next five years.

Pennsylvania State Representative Dan Frankel calling for bigger penalties for people bringing guns through Pittsburgh International Airport TSA checkpoint

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Pittsburgh, PA) Pennsylvania State Representative Dan Frankel is calling for bigger penalties for someone who brings a gun through Pittsburgh International Airport’s TSA checkpoint. Frankel suggested that those who disobey the rule for the first time have to complete a course on gun safety. Frankel also added that those who bring guns through security for the first time will be revoked of their license to possess guns for three years. Frankel confirmed that these penalties will come with third-degree misdemeanor charges. Frankel also confirmed that those who bring guns through security a second time will have their license to possess guns taken away permanently.

Four Steubenville, Ohio area McDonald’s restaurants holding fundraiser for family of four-year-old girl shot in St. Clair Township, Ohio last week

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Calcutta, OH) According to a relase from McDonald’s, from 5-7 p.m. today, four McDonald’s restaurants in the Steubenville, Ohio area will be donating fifteen percent of their sales raised to support the family of four-year-old Rosalie Martin. Martin passed away after she was shot in St. Clair Township last week. The McDonald’s restaurants that will have donation jars for Martin’s family will be in Steubenville, Toronto, Wellsville and Wintersville. The fundraiser will assist in both funeral and other expenses for the Martin family.

Man from New Castle and man from Puerto Rico sentenced after distributing cocaine in Western Pennsylvania and Youngstown, Ohio

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Pittsburgh, PA) Acting U.S. Attorney Troy Revetti announced Wednesday that two men have been given prison sentences for intending to distribute cocaine in Youngstown and around western Pennsylvania. Thirty-three-year-old Glenn Samuels of New Castle and thirty-eight-year-old Jean Sanchez Tulla of Puerto Rico were part of a group of seventeen people that were indicted for this incident in March 2024. According to Revetti, Tulla was given nine years in jail and five years of supervised release and Samuels was given thirty-seven months in jail and four years of supervised release.

Congressman Chris Deluzio puts an emphasis on railroad safety despite the February 2023 train derailment settlement

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Pittsburgh, PA) Congressman Chris Deluzio is putting emphasis on safety on railroads even after the settlement from the February 2023 East Palestine train derailment was made. Deluzio has gotten support from Vice President J.D. Vance about endeavors to make regulations stricter on hazardous materials and to talk to first responders about these materials. According to Norfolk Southern, the group is trying to reduce accidents by the installation of hundreds of new detectors.

 

Idewild, Kennywood, and Sandcastle are holding job fairs to hire positions for their upcoming seasons

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Pittsburgh, PA) Idlewild, Sandcastle and Kennywood are looking for employees for their upcoming seasons this year. The parks are looking for more than two-thousand people to join their teams as they are looking for positions like lifeguards, team members for both food and beverages, and operators for rides. Kennywood will host a job fair on March 8th and March 29th for Kennywood and Sandcastle. Idlewild and SoakZone will also host a job fair on March 8th. More job fairs at all three locations have yet to be announced at a later date. You can also apply online now on the websites for all three parks. 

George L. Fillinger (Passed on January 26th, 2025)

George ‘Buss’, ‘Buzz’ L. Fillinger, 91, of Hookstown, passed away on January 26th, 2025. He was born in Gallipolis, Ohio and was the beloved son of the late George Lewis and Maggie Hazel (Kemper) Fillinger. His spirit took flight in the comfort of his own home, surrounded by the love of his family and the memories that filled each room.In addition to his parents, George was preceded in death by his sisters, Mildred Keat Stewart and Martha Jane Ziegler. His legacy continues not only through his family, but also through the countless memories and stories that will be shared by those who knew him. He is survived by his beloved wife of many years, June Adams Fillinger, whom he married on September 1, 1956, in LaGrange, Indiana. Their enduring partnership was blessed with two children, Glenn Lewis (Laurie South) Fillinger and Claudette Louise (Curtis) Lawson. George was a grandfather to Ian, Gypsy, Summer, Brandon and Blake (Danielle) Fillinger, as well as a great-grandfather to Jasmine and Grant. He is survived by his great grandchildren’s mother, Danielle Guerrini. His special niece, Shirley Harbert, provided him with care and compassion that was a source of comfort in his final years.

Those who knew George best will remember him as a man of remarkable work ethic and dedication. After moving to Pacific Avenue in Monaca at the tender age of six, he later became a proud graduate of Monaca High School’s class of 1953. During his school years, George balanced his studies with work, holding positions at Phoenix Glass Co and the local bowling alley. His commitment to service was further exemplified when he entered the U.S. Army on July 29, 1954, serving in Germany until his honorable discharge on July 19, 1956. George’s post-military life was marked by a move in 1972 to Hanover Township, the place he called home for 53 years.

George’s professional life was as industrious as his youth. For over 37 years, he was a valued employee at Pittsburgh Tool Steel Wire Company in Monaca, where he honed his skills as a surface grinder in the flat stock division. Not one to settle into idle retirement, George channeled his unceasing energy into creating a lawn service that he operated until the venerable age of 89, cultivating a loyal clientele of 33 weekly customers. In addition to this, he took on a role driving a delivery truck for the Beaver County Times. A testament to his hands-on approach and craftsmanship, George also built his family home on Blaine Road in Monaca.

George’s passion for the great outdoors was as boundless as the landscapes he cherished. A former member of the Midland Sportsman Club, he also dedicated eight years as the president of the Beaver County Coon Hunter Club. He was not only a member but an ambassador for the sport, raising and judging champion Black and Tan Coon Hounds and Treeing Walker Hounds. His love for the natural world was a thread that ran through his life. He was also a longtime member of the Emmanuel Baptist Church, Monaca.

The family will receive friends on Thursday, Jan 30th from 3–5 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at Simpson Funeral & Cremation Services, 1119 Washington Avenue, Monaca where services with be held on Friday, January 31st at 11 A.M. with Dr. Phillip J. Huggins and Reverend John Watson officiating. Military honors will be provided by the Beaver County Special Unit at 11:30 a.m. at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, the family has suggested memorial contributions be made in George’s memory to the Beaver Valley Archers Community National Archery in School Program (BVACNASP) in care of his son, Glenn Fillinger.

Richard E. Sieg (1951-2025)

Richard E. Sieg, 73, of Economy Borough, passed away on January 28th, 2025, in AHN Wexford Hospital.

He was born in Rochester on October 24th, 1951, a son of the late Clifford B. and Elizabeth Vignere Sieg. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Ronald C. Sieg. He is survived by his loving wife of forty-eight years, Arlene Sieg, son & daughter in law, Allen M. (Alicia P.) Sieg, along with numerous brothers-in- law, sisters in law, nieces, & nephews.

Richard was a retired electrician for Norfolk Southern/Conrail Railroad and volunteered for the Big Sewickley Creek VFD. He loved playing the drums, fishing, waterskiing, swimming, entertaining, taking car rides to the mountains, candy and watching movies. He was also an avid animal lover who enjoyed spending time with his family and playing practical jokes on people.

Friends will be received on Thursday, January 30th from 2-4 P.M. & 6-8 P.M. in the John Syka Funeral Home, Inc., 833 Kennedy Drive, Ambridge, where a prayer service will be held on Friday, January 31st at 10 A.M.

Interment will follow in Sylvania Hills Memorial Park.

In lieu of flowers, donations are suggested to the family to help with Richard’s medical bills.