Category: News

Gateway Rehab Founder Rabbi Dr. Abraham Twerski Passed away

Story by Beaver County Radio News Correspondent Sandy Giordano

(Center Twp.,Pa.) Gateway Rehab founder Rabbi Dr. Abraham Twerski passed away Sunday at the age of 90 after battling COVID-19. according to a statement released by the facility

He opened Gateway Rehab on Moffett Run Road in Center Township  with the Sisters of St.  Francis in 1972.  Dr. Twerski pioneered addiction treatment  and led the way for so many  to achieve their recovery According to the release, he  personally touched the lives of  thousands of individuals and families  who have battled addiction. The board and staff will , in Dr. Twerski’s name  uphold his legacy  and the organization’s mission  created under his direction , to help all those affected by addictive diseases  to be healthy in body, mind, and spirit.
Gateway Rehab is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, to learn more , visit their website , gatewayrehab.org.

Two Warming Centers Open in Beaver County

Due to COVID-19, Beaver County has only two warming centers open for those in need of relief from cold temperatures.

The Cornerstone of Beaver County, located at 600 Sixth St. in Beaver Falls, is open Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The Salvation Army, located at 378 Jefferson St. in Rochester, is open 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Masks are required to be worn at all times at both facilities.

Tomorrow on A.M. Beaver County: What Will The MLB Do? And Is Cancel Culture Really A Threat?

Join Matt Drzik tomorrow morning on A.M. Beaver County as he discusses the recent decision on Major League Baseball’s decision to play all 162–and if it will stick.

Also, “Cancel Culture”…is it as biased and as much of a threat as some sources want you to believe?

Plus, the latest in news with Frank Sparks, and a preview of Coaches Corner that will be tomorrow night on Beaver County Radio & Facebook Live.

A.M. Beaver County–weekdays from 6:30 to 9:00 AM on Beaver County Radio.

(Photo courtesy of Matt Drzik)

REPRESENTATIVE BERNSTINE TALKS GRANT MONEY FOR BEAVER FALLS

On Thursday’s Teleforum program will be Eddy’s guest to talk about the 198,000$ grant he was able to help secure for Beaver Falls. The questions is : How should Beaver Falls best allocate the funds to maximize improvements in the city? Teleforum begins right after the 9 o’clock news on AM1230, AM1460, and 99.3 FM presented by St. Barnabas. Teleforum with Eddy Crow happens Monday thru Friday, 9a til noon on Beavercountyradio.

Governor Wolf seeks big increase in school funding, tax increase

Governor seeks big increase in school funding, tax increase
By MARC LEVY Associated Press
HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Administration officials say Gov. Tom Wolf will propose a sweeping new plan to dramatically boost funding for public schools to be supported by an increase in the state’s personal income tax rate. The Democratic governor will ask the Republican-controlled Legislature for what could approach $2 billion for public schools. The personal income tax increase would take the rate to 4.49% from 3.07%, but increase the exemption for the lowest earners. Lawmakers last approved an increase in the tax in 2004. Wolf’s administration began releasing details of the plan ahead of Wednesday’s planned budget address.

United Way to Hold a Golf Ball Drop Fundraiser

The United Way of Beaver County is holding a golf  ball drop as a fundraiser If you click on the photo above you will be directed to the registration form. For a $25.00 donation you could win one of 20 prizes. There are only 144 balls for the drop available so you have a 1-7 chance of winning a prize.

Pa. Rep. Bernstine Announces City of Beaver Falls Receives STMP Grant

HARRISBURG – Rep. Aaron Bernstine (R-Beaver/Butler/Lawrence) today announced that a $198,000 Strategic Management Planning (STMP) grant has been awarded for the City of Beaver Falls.

“This is great news for our area,” said Bernstine. Beaver Falls’ renaissance will be driven by the need to increase community revitalization efforts. This grant is an investment in our community in many areas. It provides assistance and supports jobs that pay for our workers to remain a vital part of our community.”

STMP provides financial assistance to local governments to develop and implement multi-year financial management, administrative, service delivery, and economic development programs and strategies. In addition, the program requires that local governments prioritize their most critical needs and establish a process that ensures that resources are focused on areas of highest priority, thus creating a “triage” approach to fiscal distress intervention.

Punxsutawney Phil Sees His Shadow!!! Six More Weeks of Winter

(Punxsutawney, Pa.) Punxsutawney Phil emerged from his borrow for the 135th time today to make his annual prediction. If Phil sees his shadow it’s six more weeks of winter and if he doesn’t it means an early spring.  At 7:27 a.m. Tuesday morning Phil emerged and  and for the 106th time did indeed see his shadow meaning six more weeks of winter.