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Daniel S. May (1951-2025)

Daniel S. May, 73, of Industry, passed away unexpectedly at his home on May 27th, 2025.

He was born in Beaver Falls on November 12th, 1951, a son of the late Wilbert “Bill” and Betty May. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Wilbert “Bill” May. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Judy, his daughters, Elizabeth May and Amanda (Kent) McDowell and his grandchildren Addison, James, and Ada. Daniel’s dedication to them was boundless. He was always willing to help others and touched the lives of those who knew him. He lived a full and happy life and will be deeply missed.

Daniel graduated from Beaver Falls High School, going on to attend the Community College of Beaver County and Middle Tennessee State University. He had a long career as a construction project manager, working throughout the United States. After retiring, he worked part-time at Home Depot in Chippewa Township. In his spare time, he enjoyed gardening and would share his vegetables with co-workers and friends. He also enjoyed driving his vintage 1946 blue Chevy truck to car cruises with his friends in the Cruzin Few Car Club. His love of travel took him and his family on vacations, traveling to National Parks throughout the United States.

Friends will be received on Monday, June 2nd, from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. in the Noll Funeral Home, Inc., 333 Third Street, Beaver, where a funeral service will be conducted on Tuesday, June 3rd, at 11 a.m. Interment will take place at Highland Cemetery, 339 Salem Church Road, Midland. Online condolences may be shared at nollfuneral.com.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Daniel’s name may be made to McGuire Memorial or the Women’s Center of Beaver County.

Kenneth Anthony Bobish (1970-2025)

Kenneth Anthony Bobish, 54, of Center Township, passed away on May 26th, 2025 at his residence.

He was born in Sewickley Valley Hospital on October 24th, 1970, a son of the late Michael J. and Annetta (DeDominicis) Bobish. He is survived by his siblings, Michael (Jennifer) Bobish, Charlotte (Timothy) Durbin and Scott Bobish, four nieces: Corinne (Erin Grimm) Bobish, Danielle (Daniel) Harding, Cassandra (Nick) Coleman and Erica (John Lattanzi) Bobish; as well as two nephews, Ryan (Kaitlyn) Durbin and Sean Durbin, a great nephew, Jameson and numerous beloved aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Kenny was a member of St. Francis Cabrini Church of Aliquippa. He enjoyed walks, riding bikes and skateboarding.

Family and friends will be received on Saturday, May 31st, from 11 A.M.-1 P.M. in the GABAUER-TODD FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, Inc., 340 Third Street, Beaver, where Military Honors and a brief blessing service to follow at 1 P.M.

People in Beaver County get ready to remember the upcoming 40th anniversary of a tornado that killed three people on May 31st, 1985

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Beaver County, PA) May 31st, 2025 is the 40th anniversary of the deadly tornado in Beaver County that killed three people, injured over 100 and left about 200 homes destroyed or damaged. According to a Beaver County Times report, the tornado first touched down in Beaver County around 8:15 p.m. in Chippewa Township, west of McKinley Road and north of 37th Street. The tornado went for homes in North Sewickley Township on Gillen Road from the Beaver River in its path.

AAA: Fatal Teen Crashes are happening during the “100 Deadliest Days” between Memorial Day and Labor Day and tips to help teens stay safe

(Photo Provided with Release Courtesy of AAA East Central)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Pittsburgh, PA) According to a release from AAA East Central, 13,135 people across the country were killed in a crash involving a teen driver between 2019-2023. More than three tenths of those people were killed between Memorial Day and Labor Day during the one-hundred days that are deadliest in that category in that span. That statistic is according to a AAA review of crash data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. According to that same release from AAA East Central, here are some tips that parents should do to help teens stay safe on the road:

  • Discuss with teens early and often the dangers of risky driving situations, such as speeding and nighttime driving.
  • Discuss with teens the dangers and consequences of distracted driving (i.e., texting, having multiple people in the car, etc.)
  • Stress the importance of buckling up. According to NHTSA, more than 50 percent of teen drivers who died in 2020 were not wearing seat belts.
  • Teach by example and minimize any risky behavior when behind the wheel.
  • Make a parent-teen driving agreement that sets family rules for teen drivers. Consider setting driving limits that are stronger than state laws and enforce those limits.

33 Pennsylvania high schools and 555 Pennsylvania students win awards for students getting peers registered to vote during the last school year

(File Photo: Source for Photo: FILE – An early election ballot completion area is prepared at a collection location inside the North Park Ice Skating Rink Lodge area, Oct. 9, 2020, in McCandless, Pa. Pennsylvania’s state Senate approved a bill Wednesday, Sept. 20, 2023, to move up the state’s 2024 primary election by five weeks to March 19, aiming to avoid a conflict with the Jewish holiday of Passover and give voters more of a say in deciding presidential nominees. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic, File)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Harrisburg, PA) According to a release from the Pennsylvania Department of State, 33 Pennsylvania high schools won Governor’s Civic Engagement Awards. These awards were given because of efforts lead by students to register their peers that were eligible to vote during the 2024-2025 school year. Gold and Silver Level Awards were given to these schools for at least 65% registration for eligible students. 555 Pennsylvania students also won awards by helping their peers register to vote.

Free steering wheel lock devices will be offered at the Butler branch office of AAA East Central next week weather permitting

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Butler, PA) According to a release from AAA East Central, the company is partnering with Pennsylvania State Police to distribute free steering wheel lock devices to Kia and Hyundai owners. The Butler branch office for AAA East Central will host the event weather permitting from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, June 4th. The locks are first-come, first serve and you must have your insurance card or vehicle registration before receiving them. The reason for this event is because there has been theft occurring more often for these Hyundai and Kia vehicles that were made between 2011 and 2022.

Proposal announced by group of Pennsylvania legislators for a program that will help to fix houses in Pennsylvania every year

(File Photo: Source for Photo: Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro arrives to deliver his budget address for the 2025-26 fiscal year to a joint session of the state House and Senate at the Capitol, Tuesday, Feb. 4, 2025, in Harrisburg, Pa. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Harrisburg, PA) According to a release from the Pennsylvania Senate, a bipartisan, bicameral group of legislators announced a legislative proposal for the PA Home Preservation Program. The sponsors for the legislation are: State Senators David Argall (R–Luzerne, Carbon, and Schuylkill Counties) and Nikil Saval (D–Philadelphia County) in the Senate and State Representatives Lindsay Powell (D–Allegheny County), Brandon Markosek (D–Allegheny County), and Tim Twardzik (R–Schuylkill County) in the House. This program helps by letting houses get repaired around the state each year to reduce displacement of the community and disrepair. Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro made a proposal during his budget address in February for an investment of $50 million to make a new repair program for housing statewide. 

 

State Representative Rob Matzie praises decision by PennEnergy to rescind its permit to withdraw 1.5 million gallons of water each day from Big Sewickley Creek

(File Photo of State Representative Rob Matzie speaking)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Ambridge, PA) According to a release from State Representative Rob Matzie’s office, Matzie made a statement after PennEnergy rescinded its permit to withdraw 1.5 million gallons of water per day from Big Sewickley Creek. Matzie called the action the “best possible news for our community,” even though people had went against the petitions of PennEnergy at the beginning. Matzie also noted that PennEnergy made a choice to save the wildlife and water that is fresh in the creek.

House fire in Aliquippa still under investigation even after incident gets resolved

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(Reported by Beaver County Radio News Correspondent Sandy Giordano)

(Aliquippa, PA) The fire that occurred yesterday at a home at 652 Highland Avenue in Aliquippa is still under investigation. Aliquippa Firefighters issued information on a Facebook post Thursday that the situation has been resolved. The incident caused a closure of Highland Avenue at one point. According to Aliquippa firefighters, as of noon on Thursday, there was no threat to the area. 

More Rite-Aid stores in Beaver County and Pennsylvania will close after bankruptcy filings

(File Photo: Source for Photo: FILE – A sign with the company’s logo stands outside a Rite Aid store in Salem, N.H., on Wednesday, May 29, 2024. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa, File)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Philadelphia, PA) Rite-Aid continues to struggle with bankruptcy, and some of the stores of the company located in Beaver County will close because of it. According to bankruptcy filings from Rite Aid, the stores in Aliquippa, Beaver, Beaver Falls, Conway, Midland, New Brighton and Sewickley will close. These stores also include the Rite-Aid locations in Coraopolis, Cranberry Township, the store at the Pittsburgh International Airport and thirteen Pittsburgh locations.