John L. Black, Jr. (1944-2026)

John L. Black, Jr. 82, of Medina, Ohio passed away peacefully on Friday, August 21, 2026.

He was born in New Brighton on February 1st, 1944, a son of the late John L. Black, Sr. and Ethel (nee Hennessey) Black.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Kaye Geary.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 64 years, Sandra (nee Sullivan), his daughter, Tina (David) Flack, his son, David (Brenda) Black, his grandchildren: Cassandra, Justin (Annie), Aiden & Caylee Flack, Brittney (Brian) Hamilton and Zachary (Jessica) Black; as well as his great grandchildren, Brooklynn, Delaney and Hayleigh Hamilton and Madison Black, two more little ones on the way, his sisters, Dorothy Jones and Marilyn Balderson.

John had resided in Beaver County until he moved to Medina County in 2013. He had worked at the former B & W Steel Mill in Pennsylvania prior to owning and operating his own paint and auto body shop Blackies Automotive from 1971-2004. He was a member of St. Martin of Tours Catholic Church, Valley City. He was a U.S. Army veteran serving for three years. He was devoted to the loving care of his wife and he had a tender attachment to his dog, Thor.

A visitation will occur from 10 a.m.-11 a.m. on Wednesday, September 2nd in the Gathering Area of St. Martin of Tours, 1800 Station Road, Valley City, Ohio, with a Funeral Mass immediately following in St. Martin’s Chapel.

John’s burial will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, September 3rd in St. Joseph Cemetery, 1501 1st Avenue, New Brighton, with Military Honors.

The Bauer Funeral Home, 2089 Columbia Road, Valley City, Ohio has the honor of serving the Black family and was the funeral home that was in charge of his arrangements.

CCBC’s inaugural men’s soccer team will play in its first match

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Chippewa, PA) The Community College of Beaver County’s inaugural men’s soccer team will have their first soccer match.

The Titans will play their first match at Wright Field in Chippewa against the College of Southern Maryland Hawks tomorrow at 5 p.m.

There is no admission to attend this game. 

Carol Catherine (Cordes) Corsetti (1940-2026)

Carol Catherine (Cordes) Corsetti, 85, of Daugherty Township, passed away peacefully on August 24th, 2026, at Villa St. Joseph in Baden.

She was born in Rochester on December 25th, 1940, the daughter of the late Edith and James Cordes.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving husband of sixty-three years, Phil Corsetti, a beloved daughter, Deborah Corsetti and her brother, James Cordes.

She is survived by her children, Jeff Corsetti (Chrysanne) and Lorrie Corsetti, along with numerous cousins, nieces, nephews, and dear friends who will miss her dearly.

Carol worked for many years as a medical transcriptionist for the Beaver County Medical Center, where she dedicated herself to helping others through her work. She was a loving and devoted mother whose family meant everything to her. She will be remembered for her kind heart, gentle spirit, and the love she so freely gave to those around her. She enjoyed the simple pleasures in life, including spending time with a good book and feeding the birds that visited her home. These quiet moments brought her great comfort and joy.

Friends will be received for a memorial visitation on Wednesday, September 2nd at 5 P.M. until the time of a Blessing Service at 7 P.M. in the GABAUER FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., 1133 Penn Avenue, New Brighton, who was in charge of her arrangements.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Carol’s name may be directed to the Beaver County Humane Society, 3394 Brodhead Road, Aliquippa, PA 15001.

Karen Louise Edenfield (1953-2026)

Karen Louise Edenfield, 72, of Brighton Township, passed away on August 26th, 2026 in AHN Wexford.

She was born in Newport, Rhode Island on December 21st, 1953, a daughter of the late Harry & Esther Martin.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her mother and father-in-law, Walter & Joan Edenfield and two brothers-in-law, Walter “Skip” Edenfield and Mark Edenfield.

She is survived by her husband, William D. Edenfield, two sisters, Joyce Tucker and Lori (Dave) Purnell, her step son, William P. Edenfield, a special nephew and niece, Nicholas Tucker and Stephanie Holt, two sisters-in-law, Sharon (Steven) Holt & Sue DeLuca and her beloved cat, Minnie, numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.

Karen loved to read and she especially liked to watch the Pittsburgh Steelers. She worked as a prep cook and bartender at Harold’s Inn in Aliquippa.

Friends will be received on Saturday, August 29th from 3-7 p.m. in the Huntsman Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Aliquippa, 2345 Mill Street,
Aliquippa, who was in charge of her arrangements.

The family of Karen wishes to extend their gratitude to Liberty Dialysis for all of the wonderful care over the years.

Glenn Howard Walsh (1957-2026)

Glenn Howard Walsh, 69, of North Sewickley Township, passed away on August 25th, 2026, at his residence.

He was born in New Brighton on July 15th, 1957, a son of the late Donald and Molly (Snowden) Walsh.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Scott Walsh.

He is survived by his children, Kristen (John) Bucher, Ryan (Lacey) Walsh, Erin (Matthew) Brown and Devin (Samantha) Walsh, his grandchildren: Kyler (Abigayle), Kallie, Karter, Kameron, Adaline, Nathaniel, Arlo, Eloise, Cordelia and Cecilia; as well as his other brothers, Craig (Eluzia) Walsh and Keith (Renee) Walsh and his nephew, Curtis, his longtime partner, Mary Foster, her children, Cassandra, Kelly and Jonathan and her grandchildren; Chastity and Ava.

Glenn graduated from Riverside High School in 1976 and went on to build a fifty‑year career in masonry. He was a loving father and grandfather, who was often found on the sidelines or in the audience, faithfully supporting the family he loved.

Friends will be received on Saturday, August 29th from 11 A.M. – 1 P.M. at Concord Church, 285 Concord Church Road, Beaver Falls, where a memorial service will follow at 1:30 P.M.

Interment will follow at Concord Church Cemetery, 285 Concord Church Road, Beaver Falls.

To honor Glenn’s memory, contributions to the Riverside High School Cross Country or Track & Field programs are appreciated in place of flowers.

The GABAUER FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, Inc., 1133 Penn Avenue, New Brighton, was honored to care for Glenn and his family during this difficult time and was the funeral home that was in charge of his arrangements.

One juvenile in custody, another on the run after trespassing on Aliquippa High School property

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Aliquippa, PA) Aliquippa Police officers on patrol encountered two juveniles who were trespassing on Aliquippa High School property at approximately 11:53 p.m. on Wednesday.

Both of them were dressed in all-black clothing and one of them had his hood raised.

The second juvenile was wearing a partial face mask.  

When officers made contact with the individuals, one of them escaped from officers while the second one tried to escape and initially resisted the attempts from officers to take him into custody.

Officers recovered a fully loaded Glock semi-automatic handgun concealed in the waistband of his underwear after he was secured.

That person was identified as a 16-year-old male juvenile from Aliquippa.

He was subsequently lodged in a juvenile detention facility on charges that are related to the firearm, resisting arrest, and trespassing. 

A perimeter was set up around the area where the second juvenile escaped, and a search of the area was conducted with negative results.

The Hopewell Township Police Department and Pennsylvania State Police assisted during this incident. 

The second person who escaped was identified as a juvenile and charges against him are pending. 

Reported structure fire occurs at Towne Towers in Aliquippa

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Aliquippa, PA) First responders were dispatched to Towne Towers in Aliquippa on Wednesday at approximately 6:00 p.m., for a reported structure fire. 

A small fire that involved refuse and/or clothing was found in a common hallway on the third floor of that building.

The fire was extinguished, and firefighters and officers checked the building so they could ensure the safety of residents and determine whether any additional hazards were present. 

The Aliquippa Police Department is currently investigating the circumstances surrounding this fire. 

Anyone who may have witnessed suspicious activity that was in or around Towne Towers during the time that led up to the fire, or has any information that may help investigators, is asked to call the Aliquippa Police Department at 724-378-8000. 

Interstate 79 Wexford Interchange Project Restrictions Friday, Saturday in Allegheny County

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Allegheny County, PA) PennDOT District 11 announced that restrictions on Interstate 79 in Marshall Township and Franklin Park Borough in Allegheny County will occur tonight and tomorrow, weather permitting. 

The following restrictions will occur to accommodate barrier relocation work and line painting operations, according to this schedule from a release courtesy of PennDOT District 11:

7:00 PM Friday to 9:00 AM Saturday 

  • Northbound I-79 will be reduced to a single-lane of traffic between the off and on-ramps at the Route 910/Wexford (Exit 73) interchange 

7:00 AM to 3:00 PM Saturday 

  • Eastbound Route 910 will have lane restrictions controlled by flaggers between Nicholson Road and the I-79 southbound on and off-ramps 

When the work is completed, the following traffic patterns will be in place: 

  • Traffic from Route 910 to the northbound I-79 on-ramp will be switched to the temporary ramp 
  • Eastbound Route 910 traffic will no longer be shifted 

PHEAA President and CEO Announces Departure After More Than a Decade of Service

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Harrisburg, PA) The Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA) announced on Wednesday that President and Chief Executive Officer James H. Steeley will be stepping down at the end of this year after more than a decade with the PHEAA. 

Steeley has led the PHEAA through some of its most significant challenges and opportunities since he joined the organization in 2015.  

These include the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as overseeing the end of its federal student loan servicing contract and implementing some organizational changes that were designed to ensure long-term sustainability.  

PHEAA also launched the PA Forward and Keystone Student Loan Programs during Steeley’s tenure, which expands affordable financing options for students and families in both Pennsylvania and neighboring states. 

PennDOT Beaver County Job Fair Next Thursday in Rochester

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Beaver County, PA) PennDOT is inviting the public to attend a job fair on Thursday, September 3rd so they can learn about available positions that the department offers in Beaver County. 

The event will be from 10 A.M. to 4 P.M. and will be held at PennDOT’s Beaver County Maintenance Office, which is located at 155 Stewart Avenue in Rochester.

The available positions in Beaver County for PennDOT include

  • CDL Drivers 
  • Diesel and Automotive Mechanics 
  • Tradesman Helpers 
  • Winter Dispatchers 

Jobseekers that are attending this event should bring two forms of identification. Recruitment staff from the state of Pennsylvania will be on-hand to discuss the current job openings in Beaver County.

Hiring managers will also be onsite to talk with individuals that are interested in this opportunity, and assistance with application, interview opportunities, potential conditional offers on certain job titles and road tests will occur onsite.