A former constable who acknowledged gambling away more than $1 million he stole while working as an unpaid deputy for his tax collector wife faces sentencing by a federal judge in Pittsburgh. Keith Kristek pleaded guilty in June and acknowledged stealing the money he collected for his wife, Cynthia Kristek. She resigned as tax collector in Baden after an audit turned up the missing money last year.
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Live Auction on WBVP and WMBA on Tuesday, November 1, 2016
Tune in to Beaver County’s only live on the air radio auction this and every Tuesday from 1:45 – 2:00 p.m. Call 724-843-1888 or 724-774-1888 to join the show and bid on merchandise and certificate from local Beaver County, PA and surrounding area businesses.
A $25.00 Gift Certificate to Beaver County Fruit and Garden Centers in Beaver Falls, Monaca and Brady’s Run Farm Market in Fallston. Valued at $25.00. Opening bid $13.00.
One Large One Topping Pizza from Marco’s Pizza in New Brighton. Valued at $15.00. Opening bid $8.00.
A $25.00 Gift Card to Max and Erma’s. Courtesy of Max and Erma’s in Cranberry Township. Valued at $25.00. Opening bid $13.00.
A $25.00 Gift Certificate to Wooley Bullys, Allegheny Street, New Brighton. Valued at $25.00. Opening bid $13.00.
Winning bidders will be announced on the air and then are instructed to call WBVP and WMBA offices at 724-846-4100 following the program to confirm their bids. Items can be paid for and picked up at WBVP-WMBA, 1316 7th Avenue in Beaver Falls, PA 15010 between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. weekdays.
Ambridge Mother Facing Attempted Homicide Charge After Allegedly Beating Baby
An Ambridge mother is facing a charge of attempted homicide after allegedly injuring her three-month-old child. 21-year-old Kayla Hummel is accused of causing life-threatening injuries to her daughter. According to the criminal complaint, a CYS worker contacted police in late September after the baby arrived to Pittsburgh’s Children’s Hospital with multiple injuries, including a fractured skull and bleeding on her brain. The infant is in serious condition and currently in a Pediatric Intensive Care Unit. Hummel told police her child was injured in a crash with an Ambridge police car. She blamed other injuries on “earlier accidents,” often changing her statements to police. The father of the baby told police Hummel told him the baby was crying when she became frustrated, then shook the baby, then “blacked out.” Hummel is in custody at the Beaver County Jail on $100,000 bond.
One Injured In Overnight Big Beaver Borough Crash
One person was taken to the hospital after a crash in Big Beaver Borough early Sunday morning. The accident happened in the northbound lanes of State Route 18, outside of the Lark Motel. Beaver County State Police confirmed at least one person was transported. No further information was provided.
Road Paving Complete In Aliquippa
Tom Moore, Lindy Paving project manager for Aliquippa’s road project said that if allgoes well, the Kennedy Blvd. and Broadhead Rd. project could be complete by Thanksgiving.Targetted completion date is December 23, he said. According to Beaver County Radio News Correspondent Sandy Giordano, Moore was at Mac’s Donuts this morning and said all paving is done, and we’re waiting for road signs to be placed at the intersections, signal poles, and wheel chair ramps.”
Bill Clinton Visits Aliquippa
Former president Bill Clinton was welcomed to Aliquippa this morning by a crowd of over 500 to Broadcast Street Cafe . According to Beaver County Radio News Correspondent Sandy Giordano, Clinton was introduced by Senator Bob Casey. Clinton was welcomed by Mayor Dwan Walker who presented him with a city flag. Clinton thanked the mayor’s parents for raising 2 fine sons, Dwan, and brother Donald who is on council. Mayor Walker is a Clinton delegate. Clinton said if everyone brought attitudes to work everyday like the Walker’s there would be fewer problems.” “If you don’t want someone to drive the truck over a cliff, ‘VOTE FOR HILLARY”. Clinton’s slogan “STRONGER TOGETHER” was displayed, and several citizens wore Hillary buttons in support of her candidacy for the first female president of the United States. If Clinton, Katie McGinty, for senator and Erin McClleland for Congress are elected, it would be the first time 3 women would be elected to serve in Washington.”‘ As Clinton exited the event, photographers from all media sources, and crowds of Beaver Countians, not just from Aliquippa tried to get a glimpse of the 42nd president of the United States. Everyone was encouraged by the speakers to vote for Hillary on November 8.
Mother Of 2 Found Shot At Home, Dies Of Blunt Force Trauma In Rochester Borough
A woman killed in her Rochester Borough home Wednesday night was a mother of two young boys. The victim was identified as 30-year-old Lisa Stover, who lived in the Riverview Terrace apartments in Rochester Borough. Stover was found shot inside her apartment and later died. The Beaver County coroner ruled the cause of death as blunt force trauma to the head. No arrests have been announced, and police have not said if they have determined a motive for the shooting. The children are safe with friends and family. Rochester police say they had been involved with Stover in the past, but they had never arrested her.
East-Rochester Monaca Bridge To Close This Weekend
The East Rochester-Monaca Bridge will close this weekend to allow for reconstruction work. The bridge was originally slated to close last weekend…but work was postponed because of poor weather. PennDOT has announced that the bridge will close at 6:00 tonight and will re-open Monday morning at 6:00. Crews will perform reconstruction work on Route 65 in the area of the bridge. This weekend’s closure is the second of three to be scheduled…although the third hasn’t been announced yet. Detours will be posted.
October Is Fire Prevention Month In Beaver County
Aliquippa Fire Chief Dave Foringer gave some tips to residents on how to prevent fires yesterday, he said, check your smoke detectors, and fire extinguishers to see if they are operating properly, don’t stack anything in the area of your hot water tank or furnace. According to Beaver County Radio News Correspondent Sandy Giordano, one tip that stands out is “Keep your stoves clean, there are a lot of grease fires.” Center Township Fire Lt. Chris Shaffer said that the department went to the Central Valley Schools, both McDonald’s, and all the day care centers during the first week and presented programs on fire prevention. Shaffer said the department was very busy.
Hundreds Flock to Job Fair At The Mall
(Center Township, PA) Throngs of Job seekers were seen at the Beaver Valley mall on Thursday as P.A. Career Link of Beaver County hosted their annual Job Fair. Dozens of local and regional businesses were set up as potential applicants were able to talk directly to hiring representatives and apply for positions on site.
Beaver County Radio was part of the event and did a live broadcast, hosted by Frank Sparks.
Pictures from the P.A. Career Link Of Beaver County Job Fair:
