Author: Beaver County Radio

Minor life lighted after being struck on bike by delivery truck, sources say

Story by Curtis Walsh – Beaver County Radio. Published May 9, 2024 1:21 P.M.

(Beaver Falls, Pa) A motorized cycle accident occurred on 7th Avenue in Beaver Falls near the entrance of Subway Wednesday. Numerous police officers were on scene Wednesday afternoon. Sources say a minor was life flighted from the scene after allegedly being struck by a delivery truck. A UPS truck was parked near a downed bike at the scene. Beaver County Radio reached out to Beaver Falls Police Thursday morning but are awaiting a response. We will update you with more details as they become available.

Net neutrality restored as FCC votes to regulate internet providers

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — The Federal Communications Commission has voted to restore rules to prevent broadband internet providers such as Comcast and AT&T from favoring some sites and apps over others — for instance, by slowing or blocking certain content or by offering higher speeds to customers willing to pay extra. The move on Thursday effectively reinstates a “net neutrality” order the commission first issued in 2015 during the Obama administration. Under then-President Donald Trump, the FCC overturned those rules in 2017. The telecommunications industry opposed the latest change, as it has before, declaring it an example of unnecessary government interference in business decisions.

Feds have ‘significant safety concerns’ about Ford fuel leak recall and demand answers about the fix

FILE – A Ford logo is seen on signage at Country Ford in Graham, N.C., Tuesday, July 27, 2021. (AP Photo/Gerry Broome, File)

DETROIT (AP) — Federal investigators say they have “significant safety concerns” about a Ford SUV recall repair that doesn’t fix gasoline leaks that can cause engine fires. The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is demanding volumes of information from the automaker as it investigates the fix in a March 8 recall of nearly 43,000 Bronco Sport and Escape SUVs with 1.5-liter engines. Ford says the SUVs have fuel injectors that will crack, allowing gas or vapor to leak near hot engine parts that can cause fires. But the agency says the recall fix does not proactively replace fuel injectors before they fail.

Pennsylvania sees fewer mail ballots rejected for technicalities, a priority for election officials

FILE – (AP Photo/Matt Rourke, File)

HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Pennsylvania election officials say the rate of mail-in ballots rejected for technicalities saw a significant drop in last month’s primary election. That is after state officials tried anew to help voters avoid mistakes that might get their ballots thrown out. Pennsylvania’s top election official, Secretary of State Al Schmidt, said counties reported a 13.5% decrease in mail-in ballots that were rejected for reasons the state had tried to address with a redesigned ballot envelope and instructions for voting by mail. That is compared to the 2023 primary election. The success of the mail-in vote could be critical to determining the outcome of November’s presidential election in Pennsylvania.

Beaver County Radio was 1 of 25 at the Aliquippa Future Readiness Career Fair

Story by Sandy Giordano – Beaver County Radio. Published May 9, 2024 12:38 P.M.

(Aliquippa, Pa) Beaver County Radio was 1 of 25 at the Aliquippa Future Readiness Career Fair

Students in grades 7 through 12 attended the event where schools, programs, and companies were present to talk to interested students . Students that visited a minimum of 6 representatives’ tables and received a sticker had their name entered into a drawing to win a new Chromebook.

Several students expressed interest in what a news correspondent does and it was explained to them, some were interested in the station’s music and other programming. One student says he’d like to become a news correspondent.

The event was well attended by the students and appreciation was shown to the participants.

Lincoln Park Performing Arts Center to host TWO 2024 Summer Camps

Lincoln Park Performing Arts Center is announcing two exciting summer camps, open to all tri-state  students at no cost: 

Summer Music Camp (For Grades 5-9) 

June 17 to 21, 2024 | 10:00am-3:00pm 

This is a wonderful opportunity for the young musicians of the region to study with an outstanding  staff of educators and working professionals in a state-of-the-art facility. In addition to one-on-one  applied lessons, students will also participate in master classes in music theory, history, sight-reading,  jazz improvisation, and audition preparation. Instrumental and vocal ensembles will be formed based on  instrumentation and voice type. All vocalists and instrumentalists are welcome to attend. The week will  culminate with a performance on the Lincoln Park campus. 

Summer Musical Theatre Camp (For Grades 4-8) 

June 24 to 28, 2024 | 10:00am-3:00pm 

This awesome summer camp will give students the opportunity to work with and learn from musical  theatre professionals. The camp sessions will feature classes in acting, singing, and dancing, with a  chance to put your triple-threat skills together to rehearse for a small performance at week’s end. 

Both camps take place at Lincoln Park Performing Arts Center in Midland and are offered absolutely  FREE! Students must provide their own lunch daily. Registration is open now and closes June 10th.  Space is limited, so reserve your spot today! To register and for more information, visit  lincolnparkarts.org/summercamp 

 

Arthur “Lloyd” Cline (September 18, 1934 ~ May 7, 2024)

Arthur “Lloyd” Cline, 89, of Big Beaver Borough went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, May 7, 2024. He passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones.
Arthur Cline, known to many as Lloyd, was a man of integrity, a man of good values, a man who was loved by many. He leaves behind a beautiful footprint on this Earth for us all to be reminded of what a good man is and what living the good life is all about. A life to be proud of.  He lived well and enjoyed it.
Lloyd retired from Babcock & Wilcox Tubular products laboratory. He was a member of Homewood Methodist Church and the Big Beaver Sportsman Club. For most of his years he could be found under the hood of a car or riding on a tractor. He loved to be outside. He was a man who knew what hard work was and the thought of quitting or giving up, just wasn’t an option. Up to his last days he was making to-do lists and telling of his next project. Although they may not have been completed, there was no talk of ever throwing in the towel. He made sure to enjoy life, taking many trips to the family camp, traveling to Florida for the winter months, or spending quality time with family. There’s no doubt his stories or trips down memory lane will be missed by many. There was no greater time than sitting on the porch or around the kitchen table where he’d share with us some of life’s greatest moments.
Lloyd was a loving husband to his wife of 70 years, Polly A. (Siever) Cline, Big Beaver Borough. A father who provided for and took pride in his four children, Arthur (Nancy) Cline, Lisbon, OH, Cindy Bowser, New Brighton, the late Roger Cline (2015) and Shannon Cline (1999). He was the grandfather to 9 and great-grandfather to 17, that he spoke dearly of and whom he loved immensely.
In addition to his two sons, he was preceded in death by five brothers, Laverne, Albert, Kenny, Rich and Donnie Cline and a sister, Jessie Bable.
Friends will be received Monday from 11:00 am until the time of service at 1:00 pm in the HILL AND KUNSELMAN FUNERAL HOME, www.hillandkunselman.com , 3801 Fourth Avenue, Beaver Falls. Interment will be in Grandview Cemetery, Big Beaver Borough.
Lloyd’s family would like to thank Gentiva Hospice, especially Rick, Billie Jo and Kat for their dedicated care.

To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Arthur “Lloyd” Cline, please visit our floral store.

Aimee Jo Ward (August 15, 1983 ~ May 5, 2024)

Aimee Jo Ward, 40, of Daugherty Twp., McGuire Memorial, passed away Sunday, May 5, 2024.

Born August 15, 1983, in Cumberland, MD, she is the daughter of Joe Ward and Renee (Letterle) Baldwin.  A cherished individual whose life was a celebration of joy, love, and laughter.  She embraced each day with a radiant smile and a heart full of warmth, spreading happiness wherever she went.  Aimee’s mischievous spirit added a unique charm to every moment shared with others.

In addition to her parents, Aimee is survived by a brother, Lucas Ward, VA., two sisters, Jennifer Ward, WV., Meghan Minnick, MD; two uncles, John (Sandra) Letterle, N.C., James (Sandy) Letterle, IL; an aunt, Robin Gelfius, IL; her McGuire Memorial family and a dear friend, Marsha Estemeyer.

Friends will be received Tuesday, May 14, 2024 from Noon until 1:45 p.m. in McGuire Memorial, 2119 Mercer Road, New Brighton.  A celebration of life service will follow at McGuire Memorial at 2 p.m.

To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Aimee Jo Ward, please visit our floral store.

Beaver County Chamber of Commerce Announces Hiring of its New President

BEAVER, Pennsylvania – Today, the Beaver County Chamber of Commerce announced Lance Grable to be its next President.  Lance’s career experience in the private and public sectors as well as his deep knowledge of Beaver County will bring significant benefit to Chamber members and the community at large.  

For the last 19 years, Lance has worked in Beaver County government, and for the last eight years as the Executive Director of the Redevelopment Authority and the Director of the Office of Planning and Redevelopment.  Through this work, Mr. Grable has partnered with many of the same stakeholders that are essential to the Chamber’s success.  His knowledge of local, state and federal programs and processes were particularly germane to the Chamber’s hiring goals.

Board President Kathryn Klaber said “A board’s top responsibility is to hire the organization’s leadership.  The Chamber’s board took the challenge of identifying the next President extremely seriously and is gratified to select Lance Grable for this important role.  We are very bullish on the prospects for additional value to the Chamber’s members and organizational growth that Lance will bring.”

“I am grateful for the years I was able to serve the people of Beaver County from my position in County government.  It will be an honor to lead the Chamber for the next major chapter of my career.  To me, it’s all about helping to make Beaver County the most attractive place to live and work.  Working in tandem with the Chamber board and staff, we will set and realize truly remarkable goals for the County in the months and years ahead“ said Lance Grable.

The search was led by Chamber Vice Chair Paul Hoback, who added “The search committee appreciates the interest in the President role by many qualified candidates.  Beaver County is fortunate to have the depth of talent for leadership.  Lance Grable demonstrated both the skill set and the passion for Beaver County that will serve our organization for years to come.“

Paul Leslie Hoback Sr. April 15, 1945 – May 7, 2024

Paul Leslie Hoback Sr., 79, of Brighton Twp., passed away on May 7, 2024, at Celebration Villa of Chippewa, surrounded by his loving family.
Born on April 15, 1945, in Pittsburgh, PA, he was the son of the late Joseph and Betty Parks Hoback. Paul was a faithful and longtime member of First Presbyterian Church, Beaver, where he served as an Elder, and a Deacon, founded the Carpenters Chore, and was the CBS Core Leader. He went to Butler High School, in Louisville, Kentucky, and went on to attend and graduate from the University of Kentucky with an Associate’s Degree in Electrical Engineering. He was a proud United States Air Force Veteran, having served in the Vietnam War as an Intercept Operator. Paul worked for St. Joe and Zinc Corporation as the Assistant Superintendent of the Power Plant for 32 years, and then continued his career at AES Beaver Valley as a Power Engineer and Vice President for 12 years until his retirement. Paul was a board member for The Salvation Army, was a member of numerous golf leagues, and coached his children in baseball, football, basketball, and soccer. Paul will be remembered as a loving husband, father, and grandfather, a patriot that served his country and the community, and an incredible human being that loved to whistle and make people laugh and smile. The world is a better place because of Paul’s 79 years of spreading joy and laughter.
Paul will be sadly missed by his wife of 53 years, Sue Charron Hoback; his daughter, Angela (Dave) Hoffman, of St. Petersburg, Florida; his son Paul (Amy) Hoback Jr., of Beaver; and his grandchildren, Matthew Hoffman, Cannon Hoback, and Ryan Hoffman.
Friends will be received on Monday May 13, 2024, from 2pm-4pm and 6pm-8pm in the Noll Funeral Home Inc., 333 Third Street, Beaver, PA, 15009. A Funeral Service will be conducted on Tuesday May 14, 2024 at 11am at First Presbyterian Church, 252 College Avenue, Beaver, PA 15009. Online condolences may be shared at www.nollfuneral.com.
Private Interment to take place at Beaver Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be shared in Paul’s name to The Salvation Army, www.salvationarmyusa.org.
Paul’s family would like to extend a special thank you to the amazing staff at Celebration Villa of Chippewa, for their love and compassionate care given to Paul during his stay there, as well as the nurses at Gateway Hospice, especially Judy “Sunshine”.