(Story written by Noah Haswell of Beaver County Radio, Published on August 28, 2024 at 9:19 A.M.)

(Pittsburgh, PA) Permit applications are now being accepted by The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board to sell ready-to-drink cocktails. Governor Josh Shapiro signed a bill this summer that gives several grocery stores in Pennsylvania to sell alcoholic beverages with 0.5% to 12.5% ABV in containers up to 16 ounces for off-premise consumption. The law will take effect on September 16, and the permits will not be given until that date.

(Story by Sandy Giordano – Beaver County Radio. Published August 28, 2024 at 9:12 A.M.)

(Aliquippa, PA) A black male was caught on Sunday night after robbing a Dollar General Store in Aliquippa on Sheffield Road. According to the police report, the black male stole $85.34 in items at 5:58 p.m. The man was caught on the store’s surveillance camera.

(Story written by Noah Haswell of Beaver County Radio, Published at 9:18 A.M.)

(Shaler, PA) Multiple local school districts were given an early dismissal schedule today because of the high temperatures recently. The schools include Freedom Area School District, New Kensington-Arnold School District, and Shaler Area School District. This comes after the announcement from a spokesperson from Pittsburgh Public Schools on Monday that 37 schools without air conditioning will also be on an early dismissal schedule for today’s school day.

(Story written by Noah Haswell of Beaver County Radio, Published at 8:53 A.M.)

(Pittsburgh, PA) President Joe Biden and Vice President and Democratic Presidential Nominee Kamala Harris will make an appearance in Pittsburgh. According to the White House, the duo will start a campaign event this week. The event will be on Labor Day, September 2^nd. It is the first time that President Biden will join Vice President Harris for a campaign together since Vice President Harris accepted the Democratic Presidential Nomination and she returns to Pittsburgh after stopping by on her bus tour with Governor Tim Walz, her running mate, last week.

(Story written by Noah Haswell of Beaver County Radio, Published at 8:51 A.M.)

(Johnstown, PA) Republican Presidential Nominee and Former President Donald Trump continues his presidential campaign in Pennsylvania as he prepares for a rally in Johnstown on Friday afternoon. The doors will open at 12:30 p.m., while the rally will begin at 4:30 p.m. at 1^st Summit Arena, located at Cambria County War Memorial. This is the fourth time that Former President Trump has been in Pennsylvania since he was almost assassinated in Butler on July 13, and he will return to Butler in October with the date of that future rally still to be determined.

Story by Sandy Giordano – Beaver County Radio. Published August 27, 2024 2:10 P.M.

(Aliquippa, Pa) Just after midnight on last Saturday morning police received a report of a disturbance and shots fired at 500 Superior Avenue at Valley Terrace Building D. Officers said they met with approximately 10 people screaming and arguing  with each other on the second floor.  According to police, they were told a disturbance was to have taken place in front of the building and on the first and second floors. Residents reported that a black male with a red hoodie on and wearing black jogging pants fired  3 rounds at another male during an argument. They said the other man wasn’t struck by the bullets. Police said the incident stemmed from a child custody dispute. The shooter was identified to the police and fled before police arrived on scene. His name won’t be released until the investigation is complete. Officers collected 3 spent shell casings from the area where the shots were fired. Anyone with further information on the incident is to call Aliquippa Police at 724-775-0880.

Story by sandy Giordano – Beaver County Radio. Published August 27, 2024 2:04 P.M.

(Aliquippa, Pa) Aliquippa Police responded to a call at Valley Terrace Apartments Building D at 500 Superior Avenue Sunday evening at 9:55pm for a disturbance with 4 males in the area with large firearms.  The caller reported one male had on a red hoodie, with the other man wearing a black hoodie.

Harrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) opened a new application cycle today for women and men considering a rewarding career in public service as a state trooper.

Last year, at the direction of Governor Shapiro, PSP suspended its educational requirement of 60 college credits. Since then, PSP has seen a huge uptick in qualified applicants, with the latest application period from May 8 to August 20 yielding 1,743 applications over a four month period. During the last hiring cycle with the college credit requirement in 2023, PSP received 1,374 eligible applications over six months. PSP has received nearly 9,000 applicants to become a state trooper during entirety of the Shapiro Administration.

“We’re looking for individuals who strive to succeed beyond the challenges of their surroundings,” said Colonel Christopher Paris, Commissioner of the Pennsylvania State Police. “If you want to help and serve others, are willing to work hard for the betterment of your community, and hold yourself to the highest standards of professionalism and integrity, consider joining our ranks as a Pennsylvania state trooper.”

Applications should be submitted via the Commonwealth’s employment website by November 27, 2024. Applicants who meet all eligibility requirements move on to a qualifying written examination. Applicants who pass the written exam must successfully complete a polygraph examination, background investigation, physical readiness test, medical screening, and psychological screening before training at the academy.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED certificate and a valid driver’s license from any state. They must be at least 20 years old at the time of application, and they must be at least 21 years old and cannot have reached age 40 upon entry into the training academy. Cadets must be a Pennsylvania resident and possess a valid Pennsylvania driver’s license at the time of graduation.

Cadet training lasts approximately 28 weeks and includes formal coursework in Pennsylvania’s crimes and vehicle codes, physical fitness activities, and training in police vehicles, firearms, and equipment. Cadets also receive training in military courtesy, platoon formation, drills, and formal inspections.

Upon completion of the training academy, cadets are promoted to trooper and receive an increase in salary, currently set at $66,911 annually.

The 2024-25 Pennsylvania budget provides $16 million for four cadet classes, supporting PSP’s mission to protect the safety of Pennsylvania communities and residents.

For more information on becoming a state trooper, including applicant requirements and job benefits, visit PATrooper.com.

For more information on the Pennsylvania State Police, visit psp.pa.gov.