PATHOLOGIST DOCTOR CYRIL WECHT WAS SCHEDULED TO TESTIFY THIS MORNING…IN A 2003 HOMICIDE CASE. 44-YEAR-OLD JARROD BULLIE OF BEAVER FALLS IS CHARGED WITH KILLING 35-YEAR-OLD ROBIN SUE MILLER IN A SHED ON THE FORMER MOLTRUP STEEL PROPERTY IN BEAVER FALLS. MILLER WAS FOUND BY TWO TEENAGE BOYS WHO WERE SKIPPING SCHOOL THAT DAY. A 34-POUND ROCK HAD BEEN USED TO CRUSH HER HEAD. BEAVER COUNTY DISTRICT DAVID LOZIER WAS ON “TELEFORUM” THIS MORNING, TALKING ABOUT THE TRIAL WITH MIKE ROMIGH, SAYING THAT THE DEFENDANT REPEATEDLY DENIED KNOWING OR KILLING THE VICTIM. MUCH OF THE TESTIMONY YESTERDAY FOCUSED ON INTERVIEWS THE DEFENDANT HAD WITH POLICE…AND D-N-A EVIDENCE THAT WAS ANALYZED IN THE CASE. DOCTOR WECHT WILL LIKELY BE THE LAST WITNESS FOR THE PROSECUTION.
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Beaver County D.A.’s Office Reminding Public About National Prescription Drug Take-Back Program
Tomorrow (Saturday, October 22nd) is National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day…and Beaver County District Attorney David Lozier appeared on Teleforum this morning to talk about the program here in Beaver County. Lozier told Mike Romigh that the program has been hugely successful so far…and a listing of those sites participating in the National Prescription Drug Take-Back Program can be found on the D-A’s website and the Beaver County website.
Aliquippa Diversity Council Hosts 2016 Harvest Celebration On Saturday
The 2016 Harvest Celebration hosted by the Aliquippa Diversity Council is Saturday, October 22, 2016 . According to Beaver County Radio News Correspondent Sandy Giordano, the event, open to ages up to 13 will be held at Lefty Cepull Field from 2 to 7 p.m. Games, crafts, refreshments food,, hay rides, treats will be available. Costumes are optional.Donations of costumes and treats will be accepted. Costumes don’t have to be new (gently used) are welcome.
Halloween 5K & Fun Walk To Take Place This Weekend In New Brighton
The New Brighton Area Recreation Commission is holding its Halloween 5-K and Fun Walk tomorrow (Saturday, October 22nd). Event Coordinator Holly Spearing tells Beaver County Radio newsman Pat Septak that costumes are encouraged and well-behaved four-legged friends are welcome also. But please…don’t forget the waste bags! That’s Saturday morning at Grove Cemetery. Check-in is from 8 a-m to 9:15 am. The race and walk will starts at 9:30. You can visit their website at www.nbarc.net to view the course map or call (724) 846-1870 for more information.
Historical Highlight – Beaver County Memories for the week of October 24-30
Beaver County Memories
Sponsored by St. Barnabas Beaver Meadows
Arnold Palmer
“Everyone has an Arnold Palmer story,” says lifelong Center Township Dennis Darak whose friendship with the late great golfer dates back to the 1940s.
Dennis met Arnold through his father who for 40 years was Aliquippa County Club’s golf pro. The junior Darak also had a lengthy career in golf – serving as CEO and Executive Director of the Tri-State Section of the PGA. He Dennis recalls how the celebrity made a special effort to see his father who was suffering with the late stages of lung cancer. “We seated him at Hole #1,” Dennis reflected. “But the crowd blocked his view of the tee. When Arnold learned that my father was nearby, he stopped, politely pushed through the spectators and talked with my dad. He was a genuine man.”
Dennis Darak appreciation of “Arnie” inspired him to create the Palmer Cup. He, Arnold’s brother Jerry, Oakmont’s Bob Ford and Pittsburgh Press reporter Doc Giffin honored their friend with the award and tournament annually since 1995. This year Mr. Palmer was unable to present the Palmer Cup himself. The small group, and soon the world, learned that Arnie’s health declined and led to his passing just 3 days later on September 25th
“The King” wrote a letter to Dennis Darak who was celebrated at a retirement dinner on September 28th, just 3 days after he died. His kind words were framed and read to Mr. Darak, surprising him and touching all in attendance.
Arnold Palmer will be remembered by Beaver County residents as well as admirers around the world. He was proud of his Western Pennsylvania roots and among all of his memberships, remained registered with the WPGA – Western Pennsylvania Golf Association.
The Beaver County Memories are sponsored by St. Barnabas Beaver Meadows.
One Coach Remembered, Another Resigns At Last Night’s Ambridge Area School Board Meeting
Dr. Peter Carbone asked those in attendance at last night’s Ambridge Area School board meeting to remain standing following the Pledge of Allegiance. According to Beaver County Radio News Correspondent Sandy Giordano reports that the request was to remember former long time teacher and head basketball coach James “Red” McNie who died last week. McNie was 89 years old. The board accepted the resignation of girls varsity and girlsjunior high school basketball coach Mark D’Alessandris effective October 14. No replacement was named. Dr. Carbone said D’Alessandris held the position for 4 years. Courtney Clendennen and Lori Mills, professional employees at the elementary school were approved as the Math Olymiad coaches for the 2016-17 school year. LouAnn Schmitt, from the Nutrition Group informed the board that a harvest feast will be held on Thursday, Nov. 10 at the elementary nschool, and November 17 at the junior senior high school. Schmitt reported on the summer meals program, and told the board 2 sites didn’t respond to participate, and 2 closed due to a lack of attendance. There were 9,489 meals served , and 7 sites that included the district’s 2 schools. She said she’ll get out and dredge up interest and awareness for the program, adding that there could have been more meals served. Board member Sandra Gill praised Schmitt’s program.
Local Therapists Try To Raise Awareness of Lymphedema In Beaver County
Lymphedema therapists Heather Hubert and Angie Lehman from Heritage Valley Beaver greeted a small group of women and presented a program on Lymphedema, which is breast cancer related and affects the upper extremities. According to Beaver County Radio News Correspondent Sandy Giordano, the women explained the treatments available, and that it is chronic swelling caused by a build up of fluid when the lymphatic system is faulty or damaged. Medicare and other insurances don’t pay for those receiving , compression sleeves, or pumps, making it costly for those affected by lymphedema. The therapists said that you are never rid of lymphedema. Currently, 270 members of the house and Senate introduced the Lymphedema Treatment Act. Senate bill 2373, and HS bill 1608 haven;t been passed. The bill would provide for compression supplies needed.
Woman Accused Of Assaulting Police Officer In Cranberry Township
A woman is facing charges for allegedly assaulting a police officer in Cranberry Township. Jessica Winchman was charged this week for the incident, which occurred when she was pulled over for a DUI earlier this month. Police say Winchman sideswiped another vehicle on Powell Road in Cranberry and appeared to be intoxicated. Officers claim she became violent when they got her to the hospital, and kicked one of them in the chest.
Police Continue To Investigate Sexual Assault Case in Beaver County
Police are continuing to investigate a sexual assault case in Beaver County. Ralph Ruprecht was arrested in August for allegedly raping two teenage girls, but police now think there could be more victims. Ruprecht is accused of meeting the teens on the Internet, taking them to an apartment in Pittsburgh’s Strip District and forcing himself on them. Detectives also believe several other men were involved.
Landlord Finds Ambridge Man Overdosed With 2-year-old ‘Hugging’ His Leg
For the second time in just over six weeks, an Ambridge man overdosed on heroin while he was supposed to be babysitting a 2-year-old boy. Police say Justin Kriest was found overdosed, inside a home on 13th Street. The discovery was made by the landlord. Police say the man overdosed with the two-year-old ‘hugging’ his leg. Kriest was in court Tuesday and took a plea of six months to two years in jail, followed by 18 months’ probation.