Author: Beaver County Radio

John Wilson (Passed on May 8th, 2026)

John Wilson, 95, of Disputanta, Virginia, when he passed away on May 8th, 2026. He was born in Beaver, a son of the late Benjamin Wilson and Elizabeth Peters Wilson. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife, Druzilla Wilson, two sons-in-law, George V. Sims and Mark Emil Tiderman and a grandson George Aaron Sims. He is survived by his second wife, Lilian Cros Wilson, four daughters, Victoria Lynn Vaden, (husband Danny Vaden), Sandra L. Sims, Bonnie A. Davis (husband Richard A. Davis), a son, John A. Wilson, Jr. (wife Denise Wilson), Peggy L. Tiderman, a step-daughter, Cynthia Cros White (husband Christopher), a step son, John T. Cros, nine grandchildren and their loving spouses, four step-grandchildren, a brother, Benjamin B. Wilson, Jr. (wife Carol Wilson), a sister, Jane Smyda, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.

John was a member of the Merchants Hope Episcopal Church, a Brighton Township Supervisor, a member of the Richmond Little Red School House, a member of the St. James Masonic Lodge – (32nd Degree), served on the Prince George County Industrial Development Authority, and was a graduate of Staunton Military Academy.

A grave-site memorial service will be held at 11:30 am on Friday, June 19th at the Beaver Cemetery, Buffalo Street, Beaver. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Noll Funeral Home, Inc., 333 Third Street, Beaver.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in honor of John A. Wilson to the MS Society, Donate to the National MS (Multiple Sclerosis) Society.

To send flowers or plant a memorial tree in memory, please visit the flower store of the Noll Funeral Home, Inc. by clicking here.

Charges withdrawn from New York man after crash in North Sewickley Township

(File Photo of a Pennsylvania State Police Trooper Car)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(North Sewickley Township, PA) Pennsylvania State Police in Gibsonia reported today that charges were withdrawn against a Port Washington, New York man following a crash in North Sewickley Township on Monday.

According to police, Manolo Castano Garcia was driving a flatbed truck towing a vehicle on Interstate 76 eastbound at about 3:39 p.m. when the hood of the towed vehicle came loose and struck the windshield of his truck.

No injuries were reported.

Wexford man hits deer with vehicle in North Sewickley Township

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(North Sewickley Township, PA) Pennsylvania State Police in Gibsonia reported today that a 35-year-old Wexford man was involved in a single-vehicle crash in North Sewickley Township on Tuesday.

According to police, Seth Laino was driving on Interstate 76 westbound at about 6:45 a.m. when his vehicle struck a deer that entered the roadway.

No injuries were reported.

Fort Duquesne Bridge Ramp Inspection Work Tonight in Pittsburgh

(File Photo: Caption for Photo: PennDOT, PSP, PTC, Construction Industry Highlight National Work Zone Awareness Week)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Pittsburgh, PA) PennDOT District 11 announced that inspection work will take place overnight on the Route 65 ramps to and from the Fort Duquesne Bridge (Interstate 279) in Pittsburgh, weather permitting.

The inspections are scheduled from 10 p.m. tonight to 5 a.m. tomorrow.

Single-lane restrictions will be in effect on the ramps carrying Route 65 traffic to and from the Fort Duquesne Bridge while PennDOT crews conduct the work.

Route 837 Kennywood Boulevard Bridge Inspection Thursday, Friday in West Mifflin

(File Photo: Caption for Photo: PennDOT, PSP, PTC, Construction Industry Highlight National Work Zone Awareness Week)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(West Mifflin, PA) PennDOT District 11 announced that bridge inspection work on Route 837 (Kennywood Boulevard) in West Mifflin Borough will take place today and tomorrow, weather permitting.

Single-lane restrictions will be in effect between Hoffman Boulevard and Herman Avenue from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. each day.

The restrictions are needed to allow crews to inspect the Route 837 bridge over the abandoned Union Railroad.

Crews from Markosky Engineering Group Inc. and Sofis Rigging Company will perform the work.

Former Steelers quarterback Russell Wilson confirms he’s retiring from the NFL to join CBS Sports

(Credit for Photo: Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Russell Wilson scrambles out of the pocket during the NFL football team’s training camp in Latrobe, Pa., Tuesday, July 30, 2024. (AP Photo/Phil Pavely)

NEW YORK (AP) — Ten-time Pro Bowl quarterback Russell Wilson confirmed Wednesday in a video posted to social media that that he’s retiring from the NFL to take a job with CBS Sports.

Wilson’s announcement came two days after news broke that he was finalizing a deal to become an analyst on CBS’ Sunday NFL pregame show.

“As I enter this next chapter with CBS Sports and ‘The NFL Today,’ I’m so blessed to continue doing what I love most — being around the greatest game in the world,” he said in the video.

Wilson played 14 seasons after being taken by Seattle in the third round of the 2012 NFL draft out of N.C. State. He spent his first 10 seasons with the Seahawks, leading them to their first Super Bowl championship in the 2013 season. He was traded to Denver after the 2021 season and spent two rocky years with the Broncos before playing one season in Pittsburgh and another for the New York Giants.

Wilson threw for 46,966 yards, with 353 touchdown passes and 114 interceptions.

He joins Peyton Manning and Dan Marino as the only quarterbacks to throw at least 20 touchdown passes in each of their first three seasons and is one of seven quarterbacks to be selected to 10 Pro Bowls.

Wilson is the only player in NFL history with at least 30 touchdown passes and fewer than 15 interceptions in four straight seasons. He also had three seasons with at least 30 TD passes and 500 yards rushing, which is the most in NFL history.

In the video, which was about three minutes long, he thanked his teammates, friends and family and gave special thanks to former Seahawks coach Pete Carroll.

“Thanks for taking a chance on a young, 5-11 Black kid from Richmond, Virginia, that was told he was too small to ever make it in the NFL,” Wilson said.

Wilson is the shortest starting quarterback to win a Super Bowl.

Wilson will replace Matt Ryan, who joined the Atlanta Falcons as president of football after two seasons on “The NFL Today.” Wilson had considered returning for a 15th season, telling the New York Post last month that he was mulling an offer to join the New York Jets and back up Geno Smith.

His video featured highlights from his career and footage of him visiting patients at Seattle Children’s Hospital. It ended with him thanking his wife, Ciara, and the sport he dedicated his life to.

“I thank you, football. … I am forever grateful,” he said.

Pennsylvania borough council rejects rural data center

(File Photo: Source for Photo: FILE – A data center owned by Amazon Web Services, front right, is under construction next to the Susquehanna nuclear power plant in Berwick, Pa., on Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2024. (AP Photo/Ted Shaffrey, file)

(Reported by Danielle Smith, Keystone News Service)

(Columbia Borough, PA) As data center projects continue expanding into rural communities, some Pennsylvania residents are coming together to safeguard their communities. In Columbia Borough, council members unanimously rejected a 6-point-4-million-dollar bid from Saadia Holdings to build a data center on the former McGinness Airport property. Pennsylvania Stands Up organizer Taylor Enterline says over 500 residents attended the council meeting. The turnout was fueled by outreach efforts that included door-to-door canvassing and sharing personal stories. She notes residents question the lack of transparency and potential environmental and quality-of-life impacts. Meanwhile, Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro recently announced Responsible Infrastructure Development standards for data center development, requiring stricter rules on energy use, transparency, and community input.

State House unanimously adopts Matzie resolution to study costs, benefits of remaining with grid operator PJM

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Harrisburg, PA) The Pennsylvania House unanimously approved a resolution in Harrisburg yesterday directing the state to study the costs and benefits of remaining a member of PJM Interconnection, the regional transmission organization that manages Pennsylvania’s electric grid.

House Resolution 361, sponsored by Representative Rob Matzie, calls for the Joint State Government Commission to examine the financial risks and benefits associated with PJM membership and its impact on residential, commercial and industrial electricity customers.

The resolution comes amid concerns about rising electricity prices in parts of Pennsylvania and growing calls from some lawmakers and state officials for reforms to the regional power system.

Matzie said the study will provide policymakers with information needed to evaluate whether continued participation in PJM serves the state’s long-term interests.

PJM Interconnection manages the electric transmission grid in all or parts of 13 states and the District of Columbia.

Driver hits deer with vehicle in Findlay Township

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Findlay Township, PA) Pennsylvania State Police in Pittsburgh reported that a driver was involved in a single-vehicle crash in Findlay Township yesterday. 

According to police, the driver was traveling on Interstate 376 westbound at about 4:23 a.m. when the vehicle struck a deer. 

No injuries were reported, and the vehicle was able to be driven from the scene. 

Ambridge native promoted to United States Navy captain in recent pinning ceremony

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Ambridge, PA) Timothy Todd Welsh, a native of Ambridge, was recently promoted to the rank of captain in the United States Navy. 

Welsh began his military career in the United States Army before transferring to the Navy, where he continued his service and advanced through the ranks. 

The promotion was recognized during a pinning ceremony attended by family, friends and colleagues. 

As a Navy captain, Welsh will serve in a senior leadership role within the service. The promotion marks one of the highest milestones in a military career and reflects years of service and professional achievement.