Category: News

New Alliance Between Beaver Valley Colleges Announced

The four major colleges in the Beaver Valley are joining forces!

Bridges & Pathways is a new program devised in conjuction by Robert Morris, Geneva College, CCBC and Penn State Beaver to promote higher education for those in Beaver County and surrounding areas.

At a press conference held today at the Uncommon Grounds Cafe in Aliquippa, CCBC President Dr. Chris Reber spoke about the areas of focus for Bridges & Pathways.

Dr. Calvin Troup also spoke at the press conference, discussing the cultural program and the importance of it:

Dr Jennifer Cushman, Chancellor of Penn State Beaver, spoke about the gathering process to bring together students and committee members:

And Dr. Dave Jamison, Provost of Robert Morris, reiterated that the schools will cooperating equally in this new program:

BREAKING NEWS: Beaver Valley College Partnership Announcement In Aliquippa This Morning

A BIG ANNOUNCEMENT WAS MADE TODAY ABOUT A NEW BEAVER VALLEY COLLEGE PARTNERSHIP CALLED BRIDGES AND PATHWAYS. BEAVER COUNTY RADIO’S MATT DRZIK AT TODAY’S PRESS CONFERENCE IN ALIQUIPPA…AND HAS DETAILS FOR US IN THIS REPORT. Click on ‘play’ to hear Matt’s report…

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Beaver Falls Man Stabbed During Overnight Domestic Incident

Authorities say a Beaver Falls man was stabbed during a domestic dispute at his home overnight. According to Beaver County emergency officials, the incident was reported just before 2:30 this morning at the house in the 1300 block of Third Avenue. The victim – identified by Beaver Falls police as 30-year-old Daniel Felo – ran to neighbors’ houses for help and one of them called 911. Felo was taken to a Pittsburgh hospital. His condition has not been released. Meanwhile, criminal charges have been filed against Tynecia Reddick in connection with the stabbing. She is charged with aggravated assault, simple assault and reckless endangerment….and she will be arraigned this morning.

Ellwood City Police: Man Shot In Home Invasion Was Homeowner’s Relative

Police say an intruder shot and killed by an elderly homeowner during a home invasion attempt in Ellwood City turned out to be a relative of the man. Ellwood City police said 49-year-old Dennis Mercadante, of Mercer, and another man broke into the home at about 1:20 a.m. Friday. Mercadante was shot after a struggle in the hallway with 84-year-old Don Lutz. The other man fled. Lt. David Kingston said Mercadante was identified through facial recognition and fingerprints, and he turned out to be a nephew-in-law of Lutz. Kingston said it was unlikely that any charges will be filed against the homeowner, whose right arm was injured. Police are still investigating and haven’t identified the second intruder.

 

Dale Reckless on Teleforum today!!! December 11, 2017

Dale Reckless MRS PT

Dale Reckless from M.R.S. Physical Therapy will join Frank Sparks on Teleforum today at 9 a.m. on Beaver County Radio. Dale will be talking about ways to safely shovel the snow and to decorate your house safely without injuring yourself. Dale will also be available to take your questions at 724-843-1888 or 724-774-1888.

Beaver County Humane Society Accepts Petsmart Challenge

THE BEAVER COUNTY HUMANE SOCIETY IS INVITING ANIMAL LOVERS TO HELP ITS SHELTER MEET THE PETSMART CHARITIES BIG THANKS BONUS. ACCORDING TO PRESS RELEASE TO US BY BCHS SPOKESMAN MIKE ROMIGH, THE GROUP HAS THE CHANCE TO EARN A “BIG THANKS BONUS” OF 16-THOUSAND DOLLARS FROM PETSMART CHARITIES WHEN 500 OF THEIR SHELTER ANIMALS ARE ADOPTED FROM THE PETSMART LOCATIONS THAT HOUSE B-C-H-S ADOPTABLE PETS BY JANUARY 28TH, 2018. THOSE PETS ARE LOCATED IN MONACA, CRANBERRY TOWNSHIP AND NEW CASTLE. FUNDS RAISED FROM THIS LATEST PROJECT DIRECTLY BENEFIT THE ANIMALS AND PROGRAMS OF THE HUMANE SOCIETY. FOR MORE INFORMATION GO TO BEAVERCOUNTYHUMANESOCIETY.ORG.