“Goodie Bags” for a “Good Cause” -Run For McGuire Committee prepares for Sunday’s Ride.

Front – Mark Peterson. 2nd row: Richard Kosten, Frank Sparks and Keith Cassidy. 3rd Row: Judie Minteer, Margaret Terracio, Rebecca Miller, Cindy Hornfeck, Luanne Guzzetti and Joe Walrond. 4th Row: Charlie Tritt, Art Terracio, Don Weckley and Mitch Miller.

(Beaver Falls, PA) The “Run For McGuire – A Special Rise For Special People” Committee gathered together on Thursday night at WBVP-WMBA for a “Goodie Bag Stuffing Party” to prepare for the annual charity motorcycle ride, which is happening on Sunday August 6, 2017.  Over 200 bags were prepared, with each containing about 15 to 20 items.   They will be given to the first 200 participants on Sunday.  In addition to the goodie bags, around 20 large prizes will be given away at the Celebration Picnic that will happen after the ride at Big Rock Park in New Brighton.

For more information, or to download and print a registration form click here.

All net proceeds from the “Run For McGuire” benefit the McGuire Memorial Foundation.  In the past three years, over $8,000 has been raised to help support the needs of “God’s Enrusted Treasures” residing at McGuire Memorial.

Pictures from The Goodie Bag Stuffing party at Beaver County Radio Thursday Night:

 

2017 “Run for McGuire – A  Special Ride for Special People” sponsors  include:

   
 

American Legion Riders Post 474A.V.V.A. Chapter 862Beaver Falls McDonald’s, Beaver Falls Police Association, Cycle MotionDarlington CycleDouble J’s SaloonFischer’s New Brighton FoodlandHyatt-Fennell, LLC, Marbull’s Restaurant and TavernMazzant Painting and Disaster Restoration McMahon’s Cycle Sales,  Penstan Supply, R.A.K. EnterprisesRichner’s Auto CoachRochester-Beaver Lions ClubRochester Turners,  S.B.M. Electronics, Skerlec ContractingThe Spanos Group of Raymond James Financial and Texas Road House in Monaca.

Broadcast coverage sponsors include Beaver Valley Auto Mall and Stone Creek Structures.

 

County Commissioners Explain Their Decision To Disavow Recently Formed Development Group

The Beaver County Commissioners this morning offered more insight as to why they decided to disavow a recently formed development group. As Greg Benedetti reported yesterday, the Beaver County Partnership for Community and Economic Growth – which is officially registered as a nonprofit with the state – will be moving forward without the support of the commissioners. This morning… during the Ask the Commissioners segment of Teleforum…

1) Commissioner Tony Amadio explained why it was wasn’t an easy decision to make…

2) Commissioners Chairwoman Sandie Egley said there just isn’t any need for another development group…

3) Commissioner Dan Camp said they wanted to avoid any duplication of organizations…

 

Commissioner Dan Camp Responds To No Charges Filed Against Connie Javens

BEAVER COUNTY COMMISSIONER DAN CAMP RESPONDING THIS MORNING TO THE NEWS THAT CONNIE JAVENS WAS CLEARED FROM ANY WRONGDOING FROM THE D-A’S OFFICE YESTERDAY…INVOLVING IMPROPERLY AUTHORIZED TRANSFERS OF CASH TO THE OWNERS OF THE FORMER FRIENDSHIP RIDGE NURSING HOME. HERE’S WHAT CAMP HAD TO SAY ABOUT THE MATTER DURING THE ASK THE COMMISSIONERS SEGMENT ON TELEFORUM…

 

 

2017 Beaver County Senior Olympics

McKenzie Scott speaks to Frank Sparks and audience of dedicating this Senior Olympics to Betty and Warren Butera.

The 2017 Senior Olympics was happened yesterday, with smiling faces and lots of anticipation The games began with a special dedication starting with McKenzie Cross dedicating today’s games to long time friend Betty Butera, who was killed in a motorcycle accident July 29, 2017 along with her husband Warren. McKenzie spoke of Betty from the heart. She spoke of her unconditional love and devotion to care for others, evolving into her homecare agencies, Heart 2 Heart and Hearts 2gether Homes. A moment of silence was observed in Betty and Warren Butera’s memory.

Some of Betty’s family was present. Her daughter Khaela spoke of her love to all she cared for and for the Special Olympics. How blessed they all felt to be part of the event and to all the seniors there that knew her mom.

Senator Elder Vogel was the master of ceremonies. Giving start to all the events which included basketball, horse shoes, bowling. golf, spelling bee, corn hole and pitch golf.

Gold, Silver and Bronze medals Medals were handed out and awarded to winners in each category and trophies went to the facilities with the most individual medal winners. Congratulations

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BREAKING NEWS: Commissioners Agree To Part Ways With Long-Time Association

BREAKING NEWS: The Beaver County Commissioners, as their work session today, agreed to party ways with a long-term association. Beaver County Radio’s Greg Benedetti has details. Click on ‘play’ to hear Greg’s report…

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Grand Opening Of Ree’s Restaurant & Pub Taking Place Today In New Brighton

TODAY IS THE NEW GRAND OPENING OF REE’S RESTAURANT AND PUB IN NEW BRIGHTON. RON JABER AND HIS WIFE MARGARITA ARE THE OWNERS OF THE RESTAURANT…AND THEY’RE INVITING EVERYONE TO COME OUT AND HAVE A GOOD TIME…

RON TELLS ME THEY HAVE A JUKEBOX…ALONG WITH NINE 36-INCH T-V’S TO WATCH SPORTS…AN OUTDOOR PATIO…AND ADDITIONAL PARKING IN THE REAR. TODAY’S GRAND OPENING OF REE’S RESTAURANT AND PUB IN NEW BRIGHTON…3 TO 6 P-M…FREE FOOD…AND PRIZES!…