A New Castle man faces drug charges following an incident last week in Ellwood City. According to the Ellwood City Ledger 28 year old Anthony Moss Jr., of Phillips Street was charged with possession of drug paraphernalia and possession of a controlled substance last week after he was questioned by police in the parking lot of a convenience store, on North Street. Officers on patrol smelled marijuana from a vehicle parked in the lot being driven by Moss. Police found nearly 10 grams of marijuan in the car. The investigation is continuing.
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Pat Catan’s In Green Garden Plaza Closed Fue To Flooding
A water line under the floor of Pat Catan’s in Green Garden Plaza caused flooding on December 28, necessitating the store to be closed, according to Beaver County Radio News Correspondent. A supervisor for the store said they are hoping it will reopen in March. All merchandise was removed , and workers are on the scene to fix the problem. Glimscher Management Group from Pittsburgh manages the company, according to township zoning officer John Bates
Ambridge Teachers Back To Work
Students and teachers in the Ambridge Area School District return to class today, according to Beaver County Radio News Correspondent Sandy Giordano. No new talks have been scheduled between the teachers union and the board to award a new contract. Ira Weiss, district solicitor said yesterday that the state mediator hasn’t been in contact with the district to schedule any negotiations. The teachers contract expired on June 30, 2015. Wages and health care costs are the sticking points, according to Chris Konkus , spokesperson for the teachers union .
Aliquippa City Council Searches For A New City Controller
Aliquippa City council held its reorganization meeting and agreed to advertise the opening for a city controller, according to Beaver County Radio News Correspondent Sandy Giordano. Mayor Dwan Walker said that the former controller resigned from the elected position., and the post wasn’t filled. Anyone interested that has an accounting and finance background must submit a letter of interest and resume to the city. All other positions supporting city government, including the solicitor and engineer were reappointments. Council went into executive session for several to discuss personnel issues at its regular meeting, Following the executive session , council voted unanimously to implement a more cost effective way to monitor workers hours and cut down on payroll. Recent audits revealed that a system must be implemented Options will researched before the new plan is put into place.
Mayor Dwan Walker announced that 25 small new businesses are opening in the city. One that opened recently is a soul food restaurant. He announced that the Burger King construction starts next month. Zoning and code enforcement officer Mike Demcak announced an orientation meeting for the Blight and Vacant Property Committee will be held at 5 p.m. on Wednesday at the city building.
Listen to Greg Bennedetti’s report on Macy’s Closing At Beaver Valley Mall.
The Beaver Valley Mall as it looked in the early 1980’s. Notice Woolworth’s & the WBVP-KISS 106.7 broadcast booth in the background.
Macy’s has announced it is closings its store at the Beaver Valley Mall. Back in August, Macy’s said it would close 100 under performing stores across the county, but at the time did not name the affected stores. According to Beaver County Radio’s Greg Benedetti, the company released an official list on Wednesday…and the Beaver Valley Mall location is on it. The store will close by the end of the year, taking with it nearly 80 jobs.
Major announcement on an anchor store at the Beaver Valley Mall.
Tune in to Beaver County Radio News Thursday morning at 6:30 for news about the future of a major retailer at the Beaver Valley Mall. WBVP-WMBA news reporter Greg Bennedetti says employees were informed about the decision earlier today.
Beaver County Commissioners Debating What To Do With Sugar Shack At Brady’s Run Park
Yesterday’s county commissioners work session lasted about 40 minutes, and according to Beaver County Radio’s Greg Benedetti, who was at the work session, 30 minutes of that time was spent haggling over what do to with the Sugar Shack at Brady’s Run Park. The roof on the building is in bad shape and needs replaced. The Beaver County Conservation District wants to occupy the Sugar Shack beginning next Tuesday to begin tapping trees for the April maple syrup festival. The commissioners authorized public works to get three bids immediately and an attempt is going to be made to get the roof replaced in short order.
Beaver County Commissioners Still Faced With Friendship Ridge Problem
The Beaver County Commissioners are beginning the new year with an old problem…the estimated one-point-four-million dollars due from the new owners of Friendship Ridge. According to Beaver County Radio’s Greg Benedetti, who was at this morning’s commissioners work session, Solicitor Andrea Cantelmi wanted to discuss the latest on Friendship Ridge…but in executive session. The Friendship Ridge problem has been a recurring issue for the commissioners, but so far, all the conversations have been in executive session. Also reserved for executive session was the arbitration case with the sheriff’s deputies and contract talks with the detectives.
State Rep. Aaron Bernstine Marks Beginning Of His First Term Representing 10th Legislative District
Among those taking the oath of office Tuesday was State Representative Aaron Bernstine, marking the beginning of his first term representing the 10th Legislative District in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives. Rep. Bernstine offered his observations as a new member of the House and outlined personal priorities for the coming session, including bringing jobs back to Beaver, Lawrence and Butler counties.
Officials Investigating Yesterday’s Baden House Fire Now Know What Caused The Blaze
Baden firemen were called to a fire in the 400 block of Prospect St. after 6 a.m. on Monday. According to Beaver County Radio News Correspondent Sandy Giordano, officials investigating the fire now know what caused the blaze. Fire chief Dennis Baker said a female resident placed a heating pad in the microwave for longer than necessary causing a small kitchen fire. The resident was taken for treatment at a local hospital for smoke inhalation by her daughter and son-in-law, Chief Baker said.