Author: Beaver County Radio

Yankee Trader 08/24/24

You can email bcr@beavercountyradio.com to add a listing or to let Diane Brosius know if your item has sold. You can also list items on the Website (Beavercountyradio.com) by clicking on the Yankee Trader logo. Snail mail can be sent to WBVP/WMBA 4301 Dutch Ridge Rd. Beaver, PA 15009

08-24-24 Listings

 

Millie is having a Yard Sale/Plant Sale on Friday August 30 and Saturday 31st from 8:30-2:00 at 175 John St. New Brighton, PA right across the road from Sylvania Hills Cemetery.

 

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Karen        (Beaver Falls)             878-245-7729

“Allan” brand Bike rack for 2 bicycles.  Attaches to back of car.  Never been used.  PRICE: $25.00

 

Newly refurbished sewing machines.  One is a Singer and the other is Brother.  Call for details and prices.

 

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Linda        (Jim’s phone #724-622-4345)

 

5 Firestone Deluxe Champion Bias-ply Wide Whitewall Tires.  They fit a ’55 Thunderbird.  Size 6.70-15   These are in excellent condition.           PRICE: $100.00 each

 

235/55/R17 Hanhook Tires that were on a 2017 Mustang.  They’re in excellent condition.  These are on wheels with a Mustang emblem on them.  PRICE:  $500 for all 4 wheels & tires.

 

Portable, Sanitary Waste Tank for a motor home or trailer.  NEVER USED.  Includes all accessories for installation and use. Ie hoses, adapters & more.  Still in the original box. PRICE: $150.00

 

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Diane (Vanport)  724-774-1671

Brand new Small Hibachi grill-already assembled.  Has 2 separate grates with handles.  PRICE: $15.00

 

Package Deal:

1) 12” X 17” X 2 ¼” Aluminum Baking Pan

2) Red Plastic Chip & Dip Serving Dish

3) Brand New (in box) Swoop ‘n Scoop Bowl-No more soggy cereal.   2 separate compartments in one easy to hold bowl: perfect for Chinese food, chips and dip, cookie dunking or ice cream & berries

4) Brand new thermal trunk organizer with several compartments (folds flat)

Get it ALL for only $10.00

 

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Val            724-513-9390

 

1700 Baseball and Football Trading Cards.  All kept in albums so they’re in terrific condition.  Purchase individually for $1 each or by the album.  You’ll find 2 AUTOGRAPHED John Burkett cards among them (ask about price ) He pitched from 1987 to 2003, with the San Francisco Giants, Florida Marlins, Texas Rangers, Atlanta Braves and Boston Red Sox.  Reasonable offers accepted.

 

Lots of Sewing Items including a sewing machine, snaps, elastic, trim, buttons, thread and more.  Check it out & make an offer.

 

Man’s 20” GT Rebound Bicycle in good condition. Blue color.  Originally purchased at Snitger’s-one owner.  PRICE:  Make an offer

 

Lawn Tools including hose reels, steel scoop shove w waist high handle, sprinklers, metal waste cans and more.  Any reasonable offers accepted.

 

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Don (New Sewickley)     724-728-0730

 

Queen Size Medium color solid Oak 4 poster bed with cannonballs on the 4 short posts.  Includes headboard, footboard, side rails and cross supports.  PRICE: $100.00

 

Pedestal seat for a boat.  Excellent condition Standard size.  Gray, red & off-white padded seat and back.  PRICE: $20.00 OBO

 

Brand new Modern Comfort Windsley brand mid-back managers’s Office Chair. Includes a brand-new replacement seat.  All for only $75.00

 

Dog crate 3’ X 2’ with removable partition and 2 doors so you can use it for 2 small pets.  Has a vinyl floor that is clean.  LIKE NEW!  PRICE: $20.00 OBO

 

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Mary (Patterson Heights)   878-264-8535

 

GE Electric Washer (top loader) & Dryer.   All the bells & whistles. White color.  Like NEW!    PRICE: $250.00 each or $500 for the pair

 

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Alex          724-462-5819

 

2012 Jazzy Power Chair. Never used.  PRICE: Make an offer

Aliquippa Library System hires new social worker

(Story written by Noah Haswell of Beaver County Radio, Published at 9:16 A.M.)

(Aliquippa, PA) A full time library social worker will now assist visitors with life needs at the Aliquippa Library District. The Aliquippa Library System hired Michael Moore, the former director of Northside Common Ministries. During this role, Moore will travel through the library system to help communities with access to housing, job searches, and applying for government or health benefits.

UPS upping their service at Pittsburgh International Airport

(Story written by Noah Haswell of Beaver County Radio, Published at 8:43 A.M.)

(Pittsburgh, PA) UPS is adding both a bigger airplane and a cargo flight each week for service at Pittsburgh International Airport. According to the Allegheny County Airport Authority, the schedule will end up five days a week in the daytime as well as predawn flights to Louisville, Kentucky, where the UPS hub is located. UPS continues to be one of Pittsburgh International Airport’s most prominent users.

Black Crowes return to Moon Township to perform at UPMC Events Center

(Story written by Noah Haswell of Beaver County Radio, Published at 8:28 A.M.)

(Moon Township, PA) After 4 decades of making music, the band Black Crowes are returning to Pittsburgh as they perform a show at UPMC Events Center in Moon Township. The Georgia band is celebrating their new 10 track album released in March which includes a track featuring country star and Grammy winner Lainey Wilson. This is the Black Crowes first show in Pittsburgh since September of last year, when they opened for Aerosmith’s “Peace Out” farewell tour, which has now been cancelled.

Carolyn E. Yannachione (Passed August 18, 2024)

Carolyn E. Yannachione, 82, of Freedom passed away on August 18, 2024. She was born in Rochester, the daughter of the late Charles A. and Caroline E. Espey. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Richard F. Yannachione, Sr., and her son, Richard F. Yannachione. She is survived by her stepson, Joshua Kolich.

Carolyn was a graduate of Ambridge High School and furthered her education by completing her studies at a Practical Nursing School.

Carolyn’s career was marked by a commitment to healthcare. In 1960, she began her journey as a pharmacist technologist at Rochester Hospital and continued to serve the community until her retirement in 1999 from The Medical Center, Beaver. Following her retirement, Carolyn dedicated herself to volunteering at The Medical Center. Her efforts were recognized when she was honored as Volunteer of the Year in 2024 by the Beaver County Office on Aging.

A woman of faith, Carolyn was a member of St. Felix Catholic Church in Freedom and found joy in playing bingo at Holy Family Church Social Hall in New Brighton.

Carolyn had requested no viewing and for any memorial contributions be given to the Beaver County Humane Society in her memory.

Private burial will take place at Calvary Cemetery of Freedom. Arrangements have been entrusted to Simpson Funeral and Cremation Services, 1119 Washington Avenue, Monaca.

Beaver Wine Festival returns

(Story written by Noah Haswell of Beaver County Radio, Published at 7:49 A.M.)

(Beaver, PA) Wine connoisseurs will be flocking to Beaver on September 14 for the annual Beaver Wine Festival. 16 wineries across Pennsylvania will be providing samples to those with wristbands from 3-7 p.m. on Third Street in Beaver. Beaver restaurants and shops will be open during this event. Tickets are $35 on the day of the event with presale tickets being $25 on eventbrite.com. Purchases of wine will also be available for ticket holders until 6:30 p.m. This is a 21 and older event sponsored by the Beaver Area Chamber of Commerce.

Pennsylvania offering first ever mobile infant formula bank

(Story written by Noah Haswell of Beaver County Radio, Published at 7:20 A.M.)

(Pittsburgh, PA) Pennsylvania is offering its first ever mobile infant formula bank. On Wednesday, it was shown off to the public by Beverly’s PGH at no costs, with providing both supplies and consultations for lactation. Since its inception in 2022, the company has taken care of more than 3,000 babies in both Westmoreland and Allegheny Counties.

Governor Shapiro announces transportation projects throughout Pennsylvania, which includes Eighth Street in Ambridge

(Story written by Noah Haswell of Beaver County Radio, Published at 7:15 A.M.)

(Ambridge, PA) Governor Josh Shapiro has announced that communities in 32 counties in Pennsylvania will go through 66 transportation projects that total nearly $51 million, including Eighth Street in Ambridge. On Tuesday, Shapiro confirmed that $1.9 million will be used to affect Eighth Street in the middle of Route 65 and Merchant Street, and there are plans to place a median to control speed and turning of traffic, as well as enhancing sidewalks and crosswalks.

Aliquippa man stabbed and is now in hospital after attack at apartment

(Story written by Noah Haswell of Beaver County Radio, Published at 7:11 A.M.)

(Aliquippa, PA) An Aliquippa man was stabbed early Thursday morning and has been taken to the hospital. Police were informed of the stabbing report as they were called to Towne Towers at 2:35 a.m. The victim was stabbed in the left arm and had deep lacerations to his forearm after being attacked on a stroll to an apartment building and a witness told officers that the man was also attacked inside the building’s elevator. Police said nothing was spotted inside the elevator, however, inside the dumpster outside of the apartment, there was some bloody clothing. Anyone aware of any further information about this incident can call Aliquippa police at 724-775-0880.

Murderer has been identified and charged with homicide after killing woman in an Aliquippa alley

(Story written by Noah Haswell of Beaver County Radio, Published at 6:52 A.M.)

(Aliquippa, PA) Police have identified the murderer that killed 20-year-old Treonna Washington in Aliquippa, whose death was confirmed as a homicide. On Tuesday, 25-year-old Jason Banks, Jr. was charged with homicide and two assault charges not too long after Washington’s body was found Saturday morning on the 1200 block of McMinn Street in an alley. Beaver County District Attorney Nate Bible also confirmed that Banks was Washington’s boyfriend. A video was discovered by police and court documents said Banks assaulted Washington at 7 p.m. on Friday and then tried to push her down stairs. There was also a third person who was seen with Banks and Washington between Reed Street and Wade Street, and a shotgun noise was heard when the trio went through the two streets. That third person was identified by police and while interviewed, told those investigating that Washington was shot by Banks. Banks is being held at the Beaver County Jail without bond.