Author: Beaver County Radio

The Beaver 95.7 FM to Debut New Morning Show Tomorrow At 7:00 AM

(File Photo of Scott Tady and Frank Sparks)

(Brighton Twp., Pa.) Tune into “The Beaver” 95.7 FM and 1460 WMBA AM at 7:00 AM for the debut of “The Beaver Morning Show” with Frank Sparks and Scott Tady, Entertainment Editor for the Beaver County Times.

The show will be an expansion of the show that Sparks and Tady came up with 8 years ago called “Notes on Local Entertainment”. The show ran on “The Beaver”  sister station WBVP and 99.3 FM up until the final show this past Thursday. The show will be expanded to 3 hours.

Curtis Walsh will join the pair at the bottom of each hour.

You can tune into the Beaver by tuning your dial 95.7 FM, 1460 WMBA, by going to our website beavercountyradio.com, or by downloading our free apps from the links below:

YANKEE TRADER LISTINGS 04-27-24

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

 

04-27-24 listings

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VHS Storage cabinet for VHS tapes.  2 drawers hold 24 tapes.

PRICE: $25.00

 

Office Items:  Expanding file folders $1.00 each; 10X15 Envelopes .40 each; 3 Ring Binders and Presentation Covers at great prices.

 

Pgh Pirates Trading cards in an album.  Approximately 50 cards in excellent condition.  Players from late 80’s to early 90’s. PRICE: $45.00

 

Panasonic Landline Cordless telephones.  5 handsets (2 have never been used) , 2 dial pads. Includes answering machine, redial, speakerphone & caller ID.  All literature is included in the original box.   PRICE:  $89.00

 

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Model Cars   1/25 Scale.  Cars from the 30’s, 40’s and 50’s.  Mostly Fords, but a few Chevy’s available also.  PRICE:  make an offer.

 

 

 

 

 

Sewickley Bridge Reopens to Traffic Ahead of Schedule

(File Photo of the Sewickley Bridge)

Pittsburgh, PA – PennDOT District 11 is announcing the Sewickley Bridge (Route 4025) in Moon Township and Sewickley Borough, Allegheny County has reopened to traffic.

The Sewickley Bridge closed to traffic on Friday, April 19 to allow crews to conduct expansion dam repair work. That work has been completed and the bridge has reopened to traffic nearly three days ahead of schedule.
Motorists can check conditions on more than 40,000 roadway miles by visiting www.511PA.com. 511PA, which is free and available 24 hours a day, provides traffic delay warnings, weather forecasts, traffic speed information and access to more than 1,000 traffic cameras.
511PA is also available through a smartphone application for iPhone and Android devices, by calling 5-1-1, or by following regional X alerts accessible on the 511PA website.

Previously Convicted Clinton Resident Pleads Guilty to Possession of Child Sexual Abuse Material

(File Photo of Federal Courthouse in Pittsburgh)

(PITTSBURGH, Pa.)  A former resident of Clinton, Pennsylvania, pleaded guilty in federal court to a charge of possessing material depicting the sexual exploitation of a minor, United States Attorney Eric G. Olshan announced today.
Roderick T. Long, 59, pleaded guilty to one count before United States District Judge J.
Nicholas Ranjan.
In connection with the guilty plea, the Court was advised that, on March 9, 2020, Long,
who had previously served a 121-month federal sentence of imprisonment for receiving material depicting the sexual exploitation of a minor, was found in possession of more than 500 videos and still images in computer graphics and digital files depicting the sexual exploitation of minors, many of whom had not attained the age of 12 years. The Pennsylvania State Police had obtained a search warrant for Long’s home, where they found the sexually exploitive material saved in his laptop
computer and cellular telephone.
Judge Ranjan scheduled sentencing for August 8, 2024. The law provides for a maximum total sentence of not less than 10 years and up to 20 years in prison, a fine of $250,000, or both. Under the federal Sentencing Guidelines, the actual sentence imposed is based upon the seriousness of the offense and the prior criminal history of the defendant.
Pending sentencing, the Court ordered that Long remain in custody.
Assistant United States Attorney Carolyn J. Bloch is prosecuting this case on behalf of the government.
The Pennsylvania State Police conducted the investigation that led to the prosecution of Long.

Fire Breaks Out in Ambridge Home on Friday Afternoon

(Photos taken by Eddy Crow) 

(AMBRIDGE, Pa.) Firefighters were called to the scene of a house fire in Ambridge early Friday evening.
Multiple crews were called to the scene on Laughlin Street, just off Route 65. The fire also caused for northbound Rt. 65 to be closed starting at Merchant Street.
It’s not known if anyone was injured in the fire.
Stay tuned to Beaver County Radio for updates as they develop.

Rochester-Monaca Bridge Lane Shifts Begin Monday

Pittsburgh, PA – PennDOT District 11 is announcing lane shifts on the Rochester-Monaca Bridge, which carries Route 18 over the Ohio River, in Rochester and Monaca boroughs, Beaver County will begin on Monday, April 29 weather permitting.

Short-term lane shifts will occur on the bridge weekdays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. through late August for paint containment installation, barrier repair and other miscellaneous construction work.

Additionally, oversized loads will be restricted on the bridge.

This $6.69 million project includes bridge preservation work on the Rochester-Monaca Bridge between Atlantic Avenue in Monaca Borough and Pleasant Street in Rochester Borough. Preservation work includes expansion joint replacement, zone painting, concrete deck overlay, downspout repair and replacement, steel and concrete repairs, as well as sidewalk, deck, barrier, and fence repairs, pavement marking upgrades, and other miscellaneous construction activities. Motorists will see a full 67-day closure and detour of the bridge via the Monaca-East Rochester Bridge between June and August 2024. Bicycle and pedestrian access will be maintained during construction. This project is expected to be completed in late 2024.

Motorists can check conditions on more than 40,000 roadway miles by visiting www.511PA.com. 511PA, which is free and available 24 hours a day, provides traffic delay warnings, weather forecasts, traffic speed information and access to more than 1,000 traffic cameras.

511PA is also available through a smartphone application for iPhone and Android devices, by calling 5-1-1, or by following regional X alerts accessible on the 511PA website.

Michael “Mike” F. Martin (1990-2024)

Michael F. “Mike” Martin, 33, of Baden, passed away unexpectedly on April 24, 2024. He was born on July 4, 1990, in Evansville, Indiana, of Vanderburgh County, to John Martin with whom he resided and the late Kim (Rogalla) Martin. In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Marjorie and Frank Rogalla, paternal grandfather, Donald Martin and cousin, Wade Wyke. In addition to his father, he is survived by his paternal grandmother, Marsha Martin of Evansville, IN, twin sisters, Misty Martin of Baden and Mandy Martin of Beaver Falls, three nephews, Aiden, Devlin and Parker Martin, two nieces, Makayla Martin and Carsyn McElroy, and his beloved faithful four legged companions, Zoey and Mowgli who he shared joint custody with his sister Misty. Mike was a 2009 graduate of Ambridge High School. He was currently employed as a professional landscaper for Professional Landscape Service of Mars, Pennsylvania. Mike had a very special place in his heart and an unmatched love for dogs. His one passion in life that brought him much happiness was spending time with his nieces and nephews. Friends are being received on Tuesday, April 30, 2024 from 2-4 P.M. and 6-8 P.M. in the John Syka Funeral Home, Inc., 833 Kennedy Drive, Ambridge, where a funeral service will be held on Wednesday, May 1st, 2024 at 11 A.M. officiated by the Rev. Jill McGregor, pastor of Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church, Baden.  Interment will be private.  In lieu of flowers memorial contributions are suggested to the Beaver County Humane Society, 3394 Brodhead Road, Aliquippa, PA 15001.

Nicholas Paul Madish (1960-2024)

Nicholas Paul Madish, 63, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on April 20th, 2024 in his home following a brief battle with cancer.
Born August 21st, 1960, he was a son of the late Peter and Mary Madish. In addition to his parents, Peter and Mary Madish he was preceded in death by a son, Nicky Jr., 6 months old in 1990, brothers Pete and John Madish, sisters Ruth Stirling and Nancy Cindrich. Close brother-in-law Frank Chirico, brother-in-law Charles Davis, brother-in-law Brian Barker. He is survived by sisters, Rosemary Barker of Knoxville, Tennessee, Shirley-Jim Shaffer of Beaver Falls, Susan Davis of Monaca, Julie-Wayne Gibson of Chippewa Township, sister-in-law Peggy Madish of Industry, brother-in-law Gary Stirling of Butler and his sister Diane Chirico of Beaver who was always there throughout his life and especially in his time of need. He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews.
Nick was a 1978 graduate of Western Beaver High School, where he excelled in baseball, machinist tech, and was known as a novice artist.
After graduation Nick traveled to Daytona Beach with friends for summer work, working several jobs before finding a liking at a local busy pizzeria.
What started as a summer adventure at the local pizzeria, turned out to be profoundly impactful on his years ahead. In 1988, Nick took that experience and alongside his brother-in-law and sister (Frank and Diane Chirico), created a successful family business, Top of the Ninth Pizza while bartending during the day at Mickey’s Bar in Industry. With the help of nieces, nephews, extended family members and coworkers/friends who turned into family, operated the pizza shop together for many decades and continue to this day. The family will always remember his contributions to the business and cherish their memories made together.
Recently, after stepping away from the family business, he gained employment at Eaton Beaver, where we are sure he touched many lives with his infectious spirit.
Nick was known as a kind lighthearted man, who made friends easily after a short conversation. Those who were close to him, respectfully and affectionately referred to him simply as, “Uncle Nick.” He was known for his wisdom at or around beer #4, was an avid PA Lottery player looking for that big win, and he had a little luck here and there. Nick was a helping hand to anyone that needed it. Sometimes a “close talker,” he had a contagious laugh and smile that brought people joy. He lived life at his own pace and never had a bad word to say about anyone. The youngest of 10 siblings, he always made his presence known at crowded family gatherings.
As a family man with no surviving children, he shared his life with his nieces and nephew, Nicole, Tina, and Frank as if they were his kids. Nick will be deeply and sadly missed by family and many friends.
We ask that you honor Nick’s legacy by taking a chance on a scratch off ticket/playing the lottery or simply buying the person next to you a shot of Seagram’s VO or a cold beer.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the to the American Cancer Society or St Jude’s Children Hospital.
Our family would like to thank the Good Samaritan Hospice nurses for the great care of our brother/Uncle Nick.
A celebration of life luncheon will be held for family and friends on Sunday, May 5th, 2024, from 1 – 4p.m. at Monaca Turners, 1700 Brodhead Road, Monaca. Professional services have been entrusted to the Noll Funeral Home, Inc., 333 Third St., Beaver. Online condolences may be shared at nollfuneral.com.

Eugene S. Lovato (1939-2024)

Eugene S. Levato, 84, of Conway, passed away peacefully on April 22, 2024, with his beloved wife by his side. He was born on August 19, 1939. Gene is preceded in death by his parents, Eugene Sr. and Louise Levato. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, JoAnn Levato, children, Kenneth (Sandy) Levato, Lori Levato, brother, Donald Levato, grandchildren, Jessica (Grant) Fetrow, Samantha (Sam) Dumpe, Nicolette (Vincent) DiFonzo, Joseph Levato, as well as numerous great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Gene spent his life serving the community as the founder of D&G Pizza. In order to honor Gene’s wishes, there will be no funeral services. Arrangements have been entrusted to Alvarez-Hahn Funeral Services and Cremation, LLC., of Ambridge. Obituary can be viewed at alvarezhahnfs.com.

Pediatric Allergist at Allegheny Health Network Offers Guidance for Families this Allergy Season

PITTSBURGH (April 24, 2024) – Russell Traister, MD, pediatric allergist at Allegheny Health Network’s Pediatric Institute, is providing helpful guidance for parents and caregivers this allergy season, as a mild winter now gives way to an early spring.

“Outdoor tree pollen has not yet reached its peak, but it’s beginning to appear, and we’re already seeing patients with persistent seasonal allergies,” said Dr. Traister, who is based at AHN West Penn Hospital in Bloomfield. “Over recent decades, we’ve seen progressively warmer climate, resulting in trees producing more pollen and negatively affecting allergic reactions in both children and adults.”

According to a 2024 report by the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, pollen seasons now start 20 days earlier and last 10 days longer, compared to 30 years ago. In addition, the amount of pollen released by trees appears to be higher and its allergenicity is stronger than in years past.

“As a result of these trends, many parents and children who may have not had seasonal allergies in the past, are now suffering and may be unsure on what the best course of symptom management is for them,” continued Dr. Traister.

Dr. Traister offers the following guidelines to help families and children through this allergy season:

  • Minimize kids’ exposure: For seasonal allergies, sometimes the best course of action is to stay indoors and minimize exposure to outdoor allergens; simple things like keeping windows closed at home or in the car can make a noticeable difference. If a child’s allergies are severe and it’s not too bothersome, a mask when outdoors can also be helpful.
  • Wipe off before coming back indoors: After children are finished playing outdoors, have them change their clothes and wipe down their faces, hands and legs to minimize outdoor pollen making its way inside the home. This also goes for pets that track in pollens and mold spores.
  • Over-the-counter medications: The first line of allergy management is over-the-counter antihistamines, which can be taken once per day for moderate symptoms and twice per day for more severe symptoms, all in consultation with your pediatrician. Non-drowsy antihistamines like Claritin or Zyrtec can be recommended safely for children, in addition to a nasal spray like Flonase.
  • Specialist visit: If it’s unclear whether a child truly has allergies, or if the child’s symptoms persist despite medication, a visit to a pediatric allergist may be warranted. The allergist may consider immunotherapy – allergy shots – to reduce symptoms and decrease the need for daily medication.

Dr. Traister is one of the only pediatric allergists in western Pennsylvania who utilizes “rush” immunotherapy regimen which allows qualifying children to reach their maintenance dose of immunotherapy in as little as 2.5 months, as opposed to a normal span of 6 months, making it easier and more convenient for the entire family.

“On behalf of the entire AHN Pediatric Institute, we always encourage children to go outdoors when the temperatures warm and spend active, engaging time with their families, friends and loved ones,” Dr. Traister said. “That’s why we’re also here to support and care for any of our younger patients when allergies could hinder their cherished time at the park, pool or in the backyard with friends.”

Dr. Traister sees both adults and pediatric patients for seasonal allergies. To make an appointment with Dr. Traister or another AHN allergist, call 412-DOCTORS.