Category: News

Ambridge Borough Releases Photos Of Designs For Streetscape Project

(Ambridge borough logo used with permission from the borough)

Yesterday Sandy Giordano reported on Ambridge borough’s updated designs for its Streetscape project. It was the main topic at Tuesday’s council meeting. Ambridge borough manager Joe Kauer has released photos of those designs and has granted Beaver County Radio News permission to post those photos on our website and Facebook page. Thanks Joe! Here are those photos, along with Sandy’s report…

Magic Phrase of the Day Contest Announced!!

Lincoln Park Performing Arts  Center is presenting Mike Super Magic and Illusion this weekend Saturday September 16, 2017 at 7:30 p.m. at the Main Stage Theater. 1230 WBVP and 1460 WMBA is teaming up with The Lincoln Park Performing Arts Center to give away 2 Four packs of tickets.

Tune into Teleforum with Frank Sparks Tuesday September 12, 2017  thru Thursday September 14, 2017 to get registered. You may ask how to get registered? Tune into A.M. Beaver County each day of the contest in the 8 o’clock hour to hear the magic phrase of the day and when you hear Frank Sparks day the magic phrase of the day anytime during his show be the first to call in and get registered for the tickets.

The phrase of the day will also be posted on our Facebook page  https://www.facebook.com/beavercountyradio/ 

It will also be posted here on our website.  Diane Brosius will pull the winner names out of the WBVP/WMBA magic hat at 12:50 p.m. on Thursday September 14, 2017 during the entertainment report on the Noonday report with Pat Septak.

The Magic Phrase contest is brought to you by Lincoln Park Performing Arts Center and  Beaver County Radio 1230 WBVP and 1460 WMBA.

The Magic Phrase for Tuesday September 12, 2017 is ” Rabbit in the Hat”

The Magic Phrase for Wednesday September 13, 2017 is “Disappearing Act”

The Magic Phrase for Thursday September 14, 2017 is “Magic Wand”

Beaver Heritage talks Beaver Tales on Teleforum

(Picture Taken by WBVP-WMBA Staff)

Stacey Ivol and Shirley Pow from the Beaver Heritage Foundation appeared on Teleforum with Frank Sparks Wednesday September 13, 2017. Stacey and Shirley told Frank and the listeners about the Beaver Heritage Foundation and the many things they do in Beaver. The revamping of the train station and how it is now a multi use facility hosting events such as weddings, parties, and even a Granati Brothers concert. Shirley told the listeners that the train station is open to anyone to rent for their events and the cost is very reasonable. Stacey informed the listeners of the museum beside the train station that she runs and the many displays that appear their throughout the year. The museum isn’t just for displays there are speakers also throughout the year. The main reason for the ladies visit was the topic of Beaver Tales that is coming up on September 22, 2017. Shirley told the listeners that they have story tellers come from around the world come in and tell stories at the gazebo in downtown Beaver. There will be four story tellers to entertain you if you decide to go.  Beaver Tales starts at 7 p.m. and is free to the public all you have to do is bring a lawn chair and maybe a blanket to stay warm.  Some local organizations will be selling popcorn and water but you are welcome to bring your own snacks and enjoy a great evening of story telling.  If you would like more information you can   Call: 724-775-7174. You can also get information on their website at https://beaverheritage.org/

You can also find the Beaver Heritage Foundation on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/beaverheritage/

BREAKING NEWS: Beaver County Commissioners Receive Disturbing News Regarding Next Year’s Budget

(Photo taken by Beaver County Radio’s Greg Benedetti)

THE BEAVER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS, AT THEIR REGULAR WORK SESSION TODAY, HEARD SOME DISTURBING NEWS ABOUT NEXT YEAR’S BUDGET. BEAVER COUNTY RADIO’S GREG BENEDETTI HAS DETAILS. Click on ‘play’ to hear Greg’s report…

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State Rep. Jim Christiana’s Message To Gov. Wolf, Fellow Lawmakers: Take Shale Tax Off The Table

(Photo used with permission of Rep. Christiana’s office)

State Representative Jim Christiana is urging legislative leaders and Governor Tom Wolf to take a proposed severance tax on natural gas drilling off the table during final negotiations on the state budget revenue plan. During a press conference in Harrisburg yesterday, Christiana said the proposed shale gas tax would risk the future of billions in petrochemical facility investments… and jeopardize the creation of thousands of Pennsylvania jobs:

Christiana said there are plenty of other options on the table.