(Credit for Photo: Photo Courtesy of WPXI-TV Pittsburgh, Posted on Facebook on May 8th, 2026)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Beaver County, PA) Certain batches of Giant Eagle Baked Pita Chips with Parmesan, Garlic and Herb are being recalled because of possible Salmonella contamination.

Legacy Snack Solutions said it voluntarily recalled the chips after California Dairies Inc. recalled milk powder used in the seasoning due to potential Salmonella contamination.

The pita chips were sold in the snack aisle at Giant Eagle and Market District stores in Pennsylvania, Ohio, Maryland, West Virginia and Indiana.

The product comes in a 7.33-ounce black bag with the Giant Eagle logo at the top.

The recalled products have a Universal Product Code of “0 3003496507 5” and a best-by date of July 16, 2026.

Salmonella can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections, especially in young children, older adults and people with weakened immune systems. Symptoms can include fever, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. In rare cases, the infection can spread to the bloodstream and cause more severe illnesses.

No illnesses linked to the pita chips have been reported. Although routine testing showed negative results for Salmonella, customers are still urged not to eat the product.

According to the FDA, California Dairies’ milk powder was supplied to a third-party seasoning manufacturer, and the pita chips may contain the affected seasoning blend on their surface.

Although the seasoning batches tested negative for Salmonella before use, the recall was issued out of an abundance of caution.

Customers seeking a refund or replacement should take a photo of the product’s barcode panel and best-by date before throwing the product away. Consumers can then return to the store where the chips were purchased with a receipt or call Legacy Snack Solutions at 1-800-532-6120 to request a credit.

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Freedom, PA) Giant Eagle is recalling certain turkey products because they may be contaminated with metal fragments.

On Thursday, Giant Eagle said roasted turkey items produced at Fresh Food Manufacturing in Freedom could contain the fragments. The company said it discovered the issue during a routine inspection.

The products were sold beginning April 28 at Giant Eagle and Market District supermarkets in Western Pennsylvania, Ohio, Maryland, West Virginia and Indiana.

Customers are urged not to eat the products and should throw them away if they still have them.

Giant Eagle said refunds will be provided to customers who bring their receipts to Giant Eagle or Market District stores.

The company is also using its customer database to contact people who may have purchased the products.

Anyone with questions can call Giant Eagle customer service at 1-800-553-2324.

No illnesses or injuries have been reported.

Giant Eagle said the following items are at risk:

• Oven Roasted Turkey Breast
  • UPC: 28684900000
  • Best By Date: Through May 12, 2026
• Roasted Turkey Breast Entree
  • UPC: 25689600000
  • Best By Date: Through May 12, 2026
• Roasted Turkey Breast with Gravy Entree
  • UPC: 25689700000
  • Through May 12, 2026
• Roasted Turkey Meal (B)
  • UPC: 25688200000
  • Best By Date: Through May 11, 2026
• Turkey Pot Pie
  • UPC: 20696900000
  • Best By Date: Through May 11, 2026
• Roasted Turkey Breast
  • UPC: 25691700000
  • Best By Date: Through May 10, 2026
  • Customers

(Credit for Photo: Photo Courtesy of Smitty’s Place (McKeesport)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(McKeesport, PA) A Pittsburgh-area restaurant is remembering one of its employees who was killed in a five-vehicle crash near the Fort Duquesne Bridge on Wednesday.

According to authorities, Danielle Jackman, 58, of Churchill, was removed from a vehicle by first responders and taken to a hospital in critical condition, where she later died.

On Thursday morning, Smitty’s Place shared a social media tribute to Jackman, who worked as a cook at the restaurant on Tuesdays and Sundays.

“Danielle was an amazing person, a valued friend, and a dedicated co-worker of David’s at Pittsburgh Mercy,” the post stated.

The restaurant said Jackman also worked as a DUI and AOD counselor and “touched the lives of many with her compassion, kindness and caring spirit.”

A balloon release in her memory is scheduled for May 15 at 7 p.m. at Smitty’s Place on Walnut Street in McKeesport.

The crash occurred around 3 p.m. Wednesday near the split of Route 28 and Route 65 by the Fort Duquesne Bridge.

Authorities identified the second victim as Michael Smith, 52, of Sheraden, who was inside an SUV that went over the side of the bridge and landed on Reedsdale Street on Pittsburgh’s North Side near Acrisure Stadium.

Officials said the other four vehicles involved in the crash remained on the ramp above Reedsdale Street.

(File Photo of a Gavel)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Harrisburg, PA) Dave Sunday announced that a Butler County man is facing multiple felony charges involving alleged unlawful contact with a child, including attempted rape.

According to the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General, Justin L. Pavetto, 37, of Cranberry Township, was employed as a teacher at New Horizon School at the time of his arrest over the weekend. Officials said the allegations are unrelated to his employment.

Authorities said Pavetto was arraigned on nine felony charges, including unlawful contact with a minor, attempted rape, criminal solicitation to commit rape, and related offenses. Bail was set at $500,000.

According to investigators with the Attorney General’s Child Predator Section and the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Pavetto allegedly communicated online with someone he believed was the father of an 11-year-old boy. Investigators said the “father” was actually an undercover agent.

Officials alleged that during multiple conversations, Pavetto discussed sexually assaulting the child and later arranged a meeting with the purported father and child at a McDonald’s along Route 19 in Cranberry Township.

Authorities said Pavetto drove to the meeting location, where he was taken into custody.

Anyone with information related to the investigation is asked to contact Special Agent Steven Adametz at 800-385-1044.

“This is very disturbing criminal conduct by someone trusted to help young people — not abuse them,” Sunday said in a statement. He also commended investigators and the FBI for their work on the case.

The case will be prosecuted by the Attorney General’s Child Predator Section.

Criminal charges are allegations, and the defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in court.

(File Photo of Police Siren Lights)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Raccoon Township, PA) Pennsylvania State Police in Beaver reported that a 21-year-old Beaver Falls man was injured in a rollover crash Friday in Raccoon Township. 

According to police, the driver was traveling on Moffett Mill Road around 5 a.m. when he attempted to move over to allow a southbound vehicle to pass. Investigators said the vehicle entered the soft shoulder, which collapsed under its weight, causing it to overturn down a hillside. 

Police said both the driver and a passenger suffered minor injuries and were taken to Allegheny General Hospital for treatment.

Scott Mervis, an award-winning music journalist in Pittsburgh, appeared Thursday on the Beaver County Radio Morning Show.

Mervis shared his thoughts on Western Pennsylvania’s concert scene with WBVP-WMBA morning man Scott Tady.

The two Scotts — longtime colleagues and competitors who have sat next to each other at countless concerts — got into topics like the stadium shows, recent tour cancellations, wild concerts, the upcoming Star Lake season and the new Citizens Live at The Wylie venue.

Mervis also mentioned his career plans post-Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.

Here is the interview (just press play):

(File Photo of the Sign for the Center Township Municipal Center)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Center Township, PA) Residents in Center Township found a new charge in their mailboxes this week: a stormwater management fee from the township.

The township is charging most residents $78 annually, or $6.50 per month, for stormwater runoff services. The fee increases to $85 if it is not paid by June 15.

Some residents said they were surprised by the new bill and believe the township should have provided advance notice before issuing the charge.

Michael Sisk, Center Township supervisor, said the township previously covered the costs associated with stormwater inspections, drainage maintenance, and pollution control.