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Shirley Mae Means (1943-2025)

Shirley Mae Means, 81, of Brighton Township, formerly of Rochester, passed away on February 9th, 2025 in Heritage Valley Beaver. Shirley was born October 28, 1943 at home in Rochester. She is the daughter of the late John L., Sr. and Emma Atchison Means. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, John L. Means, Jr. Shirley is survived by her sister-in-law, Mary and a nephew, Tyler Means, seven cousins: Susan L. and Bruce Johnson, Jay and Marguerite Hunt, David and Mary Haney, Judy Lokomski, Joanne Means, Mary Anne Means and Gerry Means. She is also survived by her caregiver for many years, Julie Drewnowski.

Shirley was a retired LPN with The Medical Center Beaver and was a member of Faith Community United Methodist Church of Rochester. She was a 1961 graduate of Rochester High School and then went on to receive her Associate Degree in Nursing through CCBC. Shirley’s wish was to be cremated with no services. Arrangements are entrusted to the William Murphy Funeral Home, Inc., 349 Adams Street, Rochester. Shirley’s wish was for memorial contributions to be made in her name to the Beaver County Humane Society, 3394 Brodhead Road, Aliquippa, PA 15001.

Preston “Ross” Fischer (1962-2025)

Preston “Ross” Fischer, 62, of Monaca, formerly of Chippewa Township, passed away on February 7th, 2025 at Heritage Valley Beaver.

He was born in Buffalo, New York on July 26th, 1962, a son of Richard and Mary Lou (Hart) Fischer. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his loving wife of 23 years, Patricia (Hiles) Fischer, his children: Ryan Fischer, Brandon (Brooke Kemery) Fischer, Allie Fischer, Rachelle (Shawn) Bunnell and Michael (Andria) Misco; grandchildren: Lincoln, Cole, Logan, Nolan and Madden; his siblings: Todd (Martha) Fischer, Betsy Fischer, Scott Fischer and Duff (Angela) Fischer; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.

Preston was a Claims Manager for Liberty Mutual Insurance who attended the Chippewa United Methodist Church.  He was a proud volunteer for many organizations and was the coach of his grandson’s baseball team.  He was a football fanatic and his favorite team was the Buffalo Bills. Preston was an athlete who was a self-proclaimed “great pitcher.”

Friends will be received on Friday, February 14th from 2-4 P.M. & 5 P.M. until the time of services at 7 P.M. in the Gabauer-Lutton Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc., 117 Blackhawk Road, Beaver Falls.

In accordance with Ross’ wishes, he will be cremated following services.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Table of Grace Ministry, https://www.tableofgracefm.org/donate/

Lois M. Guinto (1946-2025)

Lois M. Guinto, 79, of Beaver, passed away on February 5th, 2025 at Providence Care Center, Beaver Falls.

She was born in Rochester on January 4th, 1946, a daughter of the late Eugene and Margaret (Deere) Durst. She is survived by her loving husband of 56 years, Gregory Guinto, Sr., her children, Gregory (Samantha) Guinto, Jr. and Kristin (Craig) Stanzak, her grandchildren, Quintin, Calvin and Kaitie, her brother, Thomas Durst and her sisters, Margaret Katekovich and Mary Ingram.

Lois was a homemaker and a member of Saints Peter and Paul Church, part of Our Lady of the Valley Parish. She adored her grandchildren and enjoyed spending precious moments with them as well as both traveling and hosting family dinners.

In accordance with her wishes, all services were private for her family. Arrangements were entrusted to the branch of Gabauer Funeral Homes.

Inurnment was in Beaver Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Lois’ name to https://www.helpfightra.org/donations/, or to the Alzheimer’s Association at https://alz.org.

Beaver County Chamber Monday Memo: 2/20/25

Save The Date for our Annual Gala being held on

Saturday, March 15, 2025 from 6:00 PM- 8:00 PM at

The Club at Shadow Lakes.

Details and Registration coming soon!
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We have launched new ways to partner in 2025!

 

The BCCC is excited to announce our Yearlong Partnership initiative. These unique yearlong partnership opportunities are an investment into the Chamber’s ability to lead and advocate for impactful change. Please consider a Yearlong Partnership as a Bridges ($5,000), Rivers ($10,000), or Legacy ($15,000+) level.

 

Interested in learning more?

Contact Lance Grable, Chamber President, here.

 

As always, you can sponsor any of our events throughout the year. Check out our 2025 Event Sponsorship Guide here.

RECAP from State of the County 2025.

2025 State of the County Recap:

The BCCC’s Annual State of the County event on Friday, February 7, 2025 was a resounding success, bringing together over 200 members, sponsors, and influential local leaders. View all of the official event photos here.

Thank you to Senator Vogel, State Representatives Josh Kail and Roman Kozak, and Beaver County Commissioners Dan Camp and Jack Manning for providing valuable updates on the county’s growth, upcoming projects, and key legislative initiatives.

It was a powerful reminder of the strength of Beaver County and the importance of working together to drive progress.

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Submit your member news to msuehr@bcchamber.com

Any opinion and other statement contained in Member News below in no way reflects the views and beliefs of the Beaver County Chamber of Commerce, its staff or Board of Directors.

SUPPORT FBLA with A Limited Time Flavor at Cafe Kolache.

Cafe Kolache is selling a special blueberry/cream cheese/lemon kolache from Jan 28 – Feb 12 in support of Beaver High School’s FBLA Club (Future Business Leaders of America).

Proceeds from the sales will be donated to support the upcoming trip to Hershey for the Pennsylvania State Leadership Conference. Members will have the opportunity to compete with and learn alongside other FBLA clubs from around the state. If you’d like to support these aspiring business leaders, purchase a yummy FBLA kolache, while supplies last.
Jacksons Valentine’s Day Weekend Offering Prix-Fixe Menu, Now Accepting Reservations

Love is in the air, and Jacksons is ready to make this Valentine’s Day an unforgettable dining experience for you and your special someone. Jacksons is offering its signature dinner selections, along with an exclusive Valentine’s Day prix-fixe menu designed to enchant the senses and set the perfect mood for romance. The special menu will be available from Thursday, February 13, through Saturday, February 15.

Guests can indulge in a carefully curated prix-fixe menu featuring gourmet dishes crafted with passion by our talented chefs. From delectable appetizers to mouthwatering entrées and decadent desserts, each course is designed to delight and impress.

Limited seating is available—reserve now to ensure your perfect evening!

jacksonsbeavervalley.com
Kaye Natural Beauty Now Accepting

New Clients!

We’re accepting new clients.

New Client Special-$97.00

You can schedule your new client special at KayeNaturalBeauty.Com
Is your network producing the referrals you need?

Share your business with other like-minded professionals in the area. Bring your business cards and a great 60 second commercial. Open to local business professionals.

Free to attend, food and beverage for purchase.

 

Discover AmSpirit

Visit any Thursday in

February – 8AM

New Sheffield Cafe

3154 Brodhead Rd,

Aliquippa, PA 15001
Have your Business Tax Dollars working in our community!

Recent changes to the Neighborhood Assistance Act for FY2024-25 increased the total available NAP tax credit amount from $36 million to $72 million annually. These changes also affected the maximum tax credit percentages allowable through each subprogram of NAP.

We are currently looking for businesses to become contributors to this great opportunity and it’s not difficult to participate.

If you would like to know how your tax dollars can be assigned, send an email to: Cindy Gormley, Director@Aliquippaedc.org. We will be happy to talk about The Neighborhood Assistance Program and what we are doing!
Tuition Free Training: Intro to Advanced Manufacturing | Penn State Beaver

Join Penn State Beaver for a virtual information session on Thursday, Feb. 13, 2025.

Time: 12:30 PM – 1:00 PM

(via ZOOM)

Learn how you can gain the skills needed for a high-demand career!

Register Here.

Sign-up for Geneva College’s Annual Career Fair

Geneva College’s Calling & Career Center invites you to our 2025 In-Person Career Fair on Tuesday, February 25 from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at Metheny Fieldhouse in Beaver Falls. The Geneva Career Fair offers employers with entry-level positions, internships, co-ops, and summer openings an opportunity to meet face-to-face with graduating students and undergraduates, as well as recent alumni.

 

Registration packages range from $200-300 and include one 8-foot table+ tablecloth, two chairs, and a lunch for each representative of your organization.

 

Employers can register through this link – Geneva Career Fair via Handshake. Contact Keri Madden at calling@geneva.edu if you have questions.

Carnegie Free Library of Beaver Falls presents Americans and the Holocaust

The United States Holocaust Memorial Museum from Washington, D.C. will be available, thanks in part to the Carnegie Free Library of Beaver Falls, March 17th through April 28th, 2025.

Learn more at

www.ushmm.org

First Step: Business Essentials

Taking the initial step can be scary, but the Duquesne University SBDC will help you create a strong business plan! This interactive workshop will be essential for new entrepreneurs and business startups to understand the first step of starting a new business. All people will receive a Certificate of Completion with attendance to the workshop and checking off the sign-in sheet.

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During the duration of this workshop, the key topics will be covered such as:

  • Business registration
  • Insurance
  • Startup funding
  • Taxes
  • Major Components of the Business Plan
  • Financial Statements & Projections

REGISTER HERE.

February 19th at the Beaver County

Chamber of Commerce office, located at 1000 3rd Street, Suite 2A Beaver, PA 15009
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Kagura Sushi opens in Ambridge offering freshly made Japanese cuisine

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Ambridge, PA) A new restaurant has opened in Ambridge called Kagura Sushi. Kagura Sushi is on 1400 Duss Avenue and offers freshly made Japanese cuisine including both poke and sushi bowls as well as California rolls. The restaurant is open seven days a week from 10:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. for both carryout or dining inside. GrubHub and Doordash can also provide food orders from Kagura Sushi. 

Pennsylvania replacing lead water pipes to ensure safe drinking water

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(Reported by Danielle Smith of Keystone News Service)

(Harrisburg, PA) Pennsylvania is working to eliminate lead pipes under the EPA’s Lead and Copper Rule Improvements, which require most lead pipes to be removed within ten years. The EPA estimates that ten to twenty percent of human exposure to lead may come from drinking water. Mora McLaughlin with Pittsburgh Water says it aims to meet benchmarks such as replacing lead service lines and improving corrosion control, using a prioritization model to allocate resources effectively, especially in neighborhoods that are most at need or at risk for lead contamination. McLaughlin notes that Pennsylvania has received more than 90 million dollars in low-interest loans through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Act for replacing lead pipes with copper, achieving an average of fifteen hundred replacements annually.

Aliquippa School District hosting a Youth Ambassadors Event at CCBC to teach sixth through twelfth grade students about mental health

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(Reported by Beaver County Radio News Correspondent Sandy Giordano)

(Aliquippa, PA) The Aliquippa School District will host a Youth Ambassadors Event at the Community College of Beaver County. The event will take place at the Dome at CCBC from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, February 12th. Sixth through twelfth grade students will learn about mental health awareness and resources available for those having mental health issues. 

Beaver County Maple Syrup and Music Festival returns to the Lodge at Brady’s Run Park

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Beaver County, PA) The Beaver County Maple Syrup and Music Festival will return to the Lodge at Brady’s Run Park on Saturday, April 12th and Sunday, April 13th from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. There will be activities for children, live music, craft sales, food drives and more. Visitors can also have pancakes that are all-you-can-eat with Pennsylvania maple syrup. The prices to eat are $15 for  It is $12 for seniors, first responders and military veterans and $10 for kids 4 to 12 years old. The admission to eat is free for kids three years old or younger. You can contact these emails for more information if you want to help at the festival. Adults have their choice of pancakes, three links of sausage and a drink. Kids have their choice of a drink, two pancakes, and two sausage links.

  • Crafting inquiries: maple.crafters@pushbeavercounty.org
  • Volunteering inquiries: maple.volunteers@pushbeavercounty.org
  • Entertainment inquiries: maple.entertainment@pushbeavercounty.org
  • Sponsorship inquiries: maple.sponsorships@pushbeavercounty.org

You can also speak with the organizers of the festival by voicemail by calling 855-787-4221.

Pittsburgh man arrested for driving under the influence in Hanover Township

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Hanover Township, PA) Pennsylvania State Police in Beaver report that a man from Pittsburgh was arrested for driving under the influence in Hanover Township on January 25th, 2025. At around 11:30 p.m., twenty-seven-year-old Eric Rattenni of Pittsburgh was found by police walking on U.S. Route 30. Police discovered that Rattenni was intoxicated. Rattenni took chemical testing and his results showed that he took marijuana and had a blood alcohol level of 0.20% during the incident.

Congressman Chris Deluzio co-sponsors Taxpayer Data Protection Act

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Washington, D.C.) Congressman Chris Deluzio made an announcement on Friday that he is a co-sponsor of the Taxpayer Data Protection Act. Deluzio noted that Elon Musk and DOGE are working to invade the privacy of Americans. The act will help people that either do not have a security clearance or have interesting conflicts to avoid getting into the payment system of the Treasury Department, which has benefits for both Medicare and Social Security.