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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Harrisburg, PA) According to a release in Harrisburg from The Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I), they released its preliminary employment situation report for February of 2026 today. The unemployment rate in Pennsylvania was down one-tenth of a percentage point over the month to 4.2 percent in February. The unemployment rate in the United States increased one-tenth of a point from January to 4.4 percent over that same period.

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Midland, PA) New Horizon School is hosting its Remake Learning Days event in Midland on May 18^th from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. According to a release from the school, students lead the way through a series of hands on learning stations. Guests will experience a wide range of interactive experiences, from canvas painting and seed planting to innovative opportunities like Unified Robotics and Build, Fly, Code. Community partners will also help bring learning to life through engaging exhibits such as WQED and Museum on the Move to offer even more ways to explore, create, and discover. Lunch, popcorn, and a frozen treat from The Frostbite will also be included.

The QR code to RSVP by May 6th can be found below:

(File Photo of the Kennywood Logo)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(West Mifflin, PA) Kennywood will be opening for the 2026 season this weekend. The park will open at 11 a.m. tomorrow and will celebrate major milestones for two of the park’s iconic rides. The Phantom’s Revenge roller coaster turns 25 years old and the Whip turns 100 years old this year. The loading platform of the Phantom’s Revenge has had most of its decking replaced along with new automatic gates, new signage, and upgraded fencing and its cars will feature new logos this season marking the 25 years of “legendary thrills” the coaster has provided. The Whip was manufactured in New York and is the last remaining 16-car model of its kind in the United States. 

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Aliquippa, PA) Aliquippa Firefighters have teamed up with Job Training for Beaver County (JTBC) to host an upcoming Fire Academy Summer Camp. This hands-on opportunity is open to eligible youth in the county ages 16–18 who are interested in learning more about the fire service. Spots are limited to train with local firefighters and to gain real-world experience. You can call 724-782-4860 to learn more about this opportunity.

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Moon Township, PA) A woman that was hurt in a violent head-on crash in Moon Township says she’s still living with the injuries and the trauma months later. Police charged Jason Faulkner on Wednesday in connection with the crash that occurred in February along Montour Run Road. An officer on the scene stated that marijuana was found in Faulkner’s jacket and blood tests show he had been drinking. A date for Faulkner’s preliminary hearing has not been set at this time. 

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Reported by Danielle Smith, Keystone News Service

(Harrisburg, PA) An education advocacy group is hoping the Pennsylvania Senate will approve Governor Josh Shapiro’s proposed budget for 2026 and 2027. The Pennsylvania State Education Association says the recent passage of House Bill 2400 is a hopeful sign for schools – it contains nearly 700-million dollars to help close long‑standing funding gaps among districts. P-S-E-A President Aaron Chapin says the bipartisan measure would help the state meet its constitutional obligations. He notes this marks the third year of increased funding for Pennsylvania schools. The measure could face a tougher review in the Republican-led state Senate. Governor Josh Shapiro’s proposed 53-billion dollar spending plan requires final approval before a June 30th deadline.

(File Photo of State Representative Rob Matzie Speaking)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Harrisburg, PA) The Pennsylvania House adopted State Representative Rob Matzie’s resolution on Wednesday designating April of 2026 as “Pennsylvania 8-1-1 Safe Digging Month.” According to Matzie, he introduced House Resolution 403 to make sure Pennsylvanians are aware that the law requires them to call 8-1-1 – the free “Call before You Dig” hotline, before embarking on any digging or excavation project. 

(File Photo of Congressman Chris Deluzio)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Sharpsburg, PA) Congressman Chris Deluzio announced yesterday that his campaign and leadership PAC raised more than $625,000 in the first quarter of 2026. He has raised over $2.1 million towards his re-election this cycle, and has more than $1 million on hand between his campaign and leadership PAC. In the first quarter of 2026, he received over 13,000 individual donations to his campaign and the average individual contribution was $38. Deluzio is a Democratic representative of the 17th Congressional District. 

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Grove City, PA) Dr. Kristin J. Homan, a professor of Psychology at Grove City College, is the 2026 Omicron Delta Kappa Grove City College Professor of the Year. A release from Grove City College confirms that Homan has taught a variety of psychology and research methods courses and has mentored dozens of students through their senior capstone research projects. She said she was “honored and humbled” by the award. According to the ODK selection committee, Homan exemplifies the Professor of the Year award, which seeks to recognize a faculty member for exemplary character, superior enthusiasm and scholarship in the classroom, genuine rapport with students, thoughtful advising, and responsible leadership to the campus and community.