Author: Beaver County Radio

Homicide in Aliquippa still being investigated by Pennsylvania State Police in Beaver

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(Reported by Beaver County Radio News Correspondent Sandy Giordano)

(Aliquippa, PA) An intentional homicide in Aliquippa is still under investigation. Aliquippa Police responded to an alleyway close to Burton Street on Monday at 1:35 p.m. The victim, thirty-four-year-old Devon Williams of Pittsburgh, was found dead. The Pennsylvania State Police in Beaver are still looking for information after Aliquippa Police gave the investigation over to them. If you have any information about this incident, please call 724-773-7400.

Police chase in Hopewell Township leaves Aliquippa man facing multiple charges

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(Hopewell Township, PA) A man from Aliquippa faces charges after police chased his car while he broke multiple laws. According to a Facebook post from the City of Aliquippa Police Department, on Monday at around 11:23 p.m. police noticed a white BMW on Kennedy Boulevard near Grand Avenue. Police followed the driver of that car, who was not stopping at stop signs while both turning through traffic and cutting people off. Officers believed the suspect was driving under the influence, so they stopped chasing the driver on Maratta Road in Hopewell Township when they saw the driver went way too fast. The driver then hit a utility pole on that same road after the chase ended. The driver was twenty-two-year-old Emmanuel Gyadu Mantey, who was taken to jail without any incident. Mantey faces several charges, which include:

  • Fleeing or Attempting to Elude Police
  • Reckless Driving
  • Careless Driving
  • Roadways Laned for Traffic
  • Failure to Use Turn Signal
  • Failure to Stop at Stop Signs

Monaca water main break leaves big hole on Route 18 near Walmart Hill

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Monaca, PA) A water main break occurred on Route 18 near Walmart Hill in Monaca on Monday afternoon. The water main break left a big hole close to the road near both that Walmart and a bank in Monaca. As of 4 p.m., the impact of traffic will continue. It is unclear at this time what caused the water main break. This is a developing story, and we will have updates as soon as they are available.

Center Township Police Department urges safety after police officer was hit during investigation of car accident

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Center Township, PA) According to a Facebook post from the Center Township Police Department, one of their police officers got hit by a motor vehicle on Friday. This occurred while a vehicle accident was being investigated. The officer has since been released after being treated. The Center Township Police Department also put out advice for drivers to stay away from emergency vehicles and to be mindful of the conditions on the road.

Beaver County woman pronounced dead after car accident in Somerset

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Brothersvalley Township, PA) A Beaver County woman passed away on Friday from a car accident in Somerset, Pennsylvania near Glades Pike on Route 31 at around 7 a.m. Pennsylvania State Police identified the victim as thirty-seven-year-old Meghan S. Kelker of Rochester. Kelker did not execute a right-hand curve when switching lanes and hit another vehicle. The driver that was hit had a minor injury and was taken to UPMC Somerset following the crash. Kelker was pronounced dead at 8:52 a.m. by Somerset County Chief Deputy Coroner Alexis Lichty. According to Coroner Cullen Swank, multiple blunt force injuries caused Kelker’s death.

Mail for the holiday season and delays leave the Pennsylvania postal union concerned

(File Photo: Source for Photo: FILE – A United States Postal Service employee works outside a post office in Wheeling, Ill., Dec. 3, 2021. Four environmental groups that want the U.S. Postal Service to buy more electric delivery vehicles are suing to halt further purchases. The lawsuit, filed Thursday, April 28, 2022, in federal court in California, asks a judge to order the Postal Service to conduct a more thorough environmental review before moving forward with the next-generation vehicle program. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh, File)

(Reported by Danielle Smith of Keystone News Service)

(Harrisburg, PA) Pennsylvanians mailing holiday cards and gifts may face delays due to proposed postal changes. The Postal Service costs-cutting plans include ending evening pickups in remote areas, holding mail overnight, and reducing transport frequency. Kimberly Miller of the American Postal Workers Union says Postmaster Louis DeJoy’s ten year “Delivering for America” plan seeks to break even and stabilize the finances but changes delivery standards and is causing widespread delays and slow mail. Miller points out that DeJoy replaced first-class parcels with “ground advantage” parcels, consolidating all mail onto trucks without prioritizing express or priority packages. This shift has disrupted delivery reliability, leaving the service less dependable than before.

Petroleum truck fire handled by the Fair Oaks Volunteer Fire Department

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Economy Borough, PA) According to a Facebook post from the Fair Oaks Volunteer Fire Department, they went to Economy Borough for a reported fire on Friday at 4:25 p.m. They proceeded to find a fire coming from a petroleum truck. It took about forty-five minutes to both work on the fire and overhaul the truck. The Fair Oaks Volunteer Fire Department returned to their duties after the incident was resolved.

Cary Don Smith (Passed on December 19th, 2024)

Cary D. Smith, 68, of New Brighton, passed away at home on December 19th, 2024. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Sheree Smith. Cary is survived by his sister, Jo Ellen (Bob), his son, Josh Maley (Kim Maley) of Center Township, and his cherished grandchildren: Justin Maley, Jaden Maley, Liam Maley, Ashton Maley, and Alyssa Maley. He was also a proud great-grandfather to Esme Maley and Levi Maley. Cary also leaves behind his dear friend, Denise Barber, and many close friends in McNitt Apartments where he lived.

Cary will be remembered for the love he shared with his family and friends, and his passion for the Buffalo Bills. A private viewing was held by the family at Simpson Funeral Home and Cremation Services on December 21st, and a public memorial to celebrate his life will be held after the holidays. Arrangements have been entrusted to Simpson Funeral and Cremation Services, 1119 Washington Avenue, Monaca.

Betty J. Ravey (1930-2024)

Betty J. Revay, 94, passed away on December 20th, 2024 at Cambridge Village in Beaver Falls.

She was born in Monaca on August 10th, 1930, the daughter of the late Mario Lucente and Julia (Tokas) Lucente. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her siblings, Richard Lucente, Mario Lucente, Rose Book and Victor Lucente. She is survived by her three daughters, Kim, Karen and Tammy, seven grandchildren: Abby, Audrey, Aly, Aaron, Matthew, Amanda and Robert; three brothers, Gary (Rose) Lucente, Gerry (Christine) Lucente and Ronald Lucente, along with five great grandchildren.

Betty was the wife of Edward Revay, who celebrated over 50 years of marriage.            She was a lifelong resident of Monaca. She started working at Callagans Pharmacy and then was employed by the National Bank of Beaver County and its successors until retirement. She enjoyed all the different positions she had during her years at the bank and loved working with the people of Monaca.

Betty loved dancing with Edward, singing, shopping, traveling and playing the slot machines, especially in Las Vegas. She was a member of the Christian Mothers and a volunteer for the Meals on Wheels, who was always happy to help at the St. Johns Church fundraisers.

Friends and family will be received on Friday, December 27th from 2-4 P.M. and 6-8 P.M. at Simpson Funeral and Cremation Services, 1119 Washington Avenue, Monaca, where prayers will be offered on Saturday, December 28th at 9:15 A.M. A Mass of Christian burial will follow at 10 A.M. at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church of Monaca. Interment will follow in the parish cemetery.

The family asks that memorial contributions be made in Betty’s name to the Beaver County Humane Society or Beaver County Cancer & Heart Association.

Adel Ayoub (1942-2024)

Adel Ayoub, 82, of Oakdale, passed away on December 22nd, 2024. He was born on October 22nd, 1942, the beloved son of the late Mikhail and Maomi Ayoub.

He is survived by his wife of fifty-five years and their family.

Family and friends are welcome to attend a funeral service on Tuesday, December 24th at 11 A.M. at Saint Mary’s Coptic Orthodox Church, 995 Melrose Avenue, Ambridge. Arrangements are entrusted to Alvarez-Hahn Funeral Services and Cremation, LLC, 547 8th Street, Ambridge.