Category: News

Aliquippa Man Jailed After Forcing His Way Into Aliquippa Elementary School

An Aliquippa man is lodged in the Beaver County Jail after entering Aliquippa Elementary School, bypassing security, shoving children  out of the way, running through the hall.   Beaver County Radio News Correspondent Sandy Giordano reports that according to  a report from Dist. Justice Janet Swihart’s office  George D. Powell, 32  entered the school at 9:10 a.m. bypassing security, he is not permitted on school property. Powell is charged with defiant trespass, trespassing on school property criminal trespass, terroristic threats, and harassment , and simple assault. One parent said a letter was sent home telling parents of a security breach  at the school. Bail was set at $40,000, and a hearing for Powell is scheduled at the Beaver County Court House on Monday.

Charges Filed Against ‘Unruly Parent’ After Incident At Aliquippa Elementary School

Police are filing charges against a parent following an incident at Aliquippa Elementary School. According to a press release, officers were called to the school at 9:00 this morning. Police say an “unruly parent” had “violated school policy and procedure”. Officers have not identified the parent out of concern for the person’s child. Authorities have not revealed what charges the parent is facing. Aliquippa Police and the Aliquippa School District are investigating. Beaver County Radio News Correspondent Sandy Giordano is digging deeper to get details of what happened and will have an update on AM Beaver County beginning at 6:30 a.m. Friday morning.

Cause Of Pulaski Township House Fire Still Under Investigation

A house fire in Pulaski Twp. yesterday morning is under investigation by the PA State Police fire marshal who was called to the scene. According to Beaver County Radio News Correspondent Sandy Giordano, a male and female and a dog escaped the fire , according to Fire Chief Alan Hickey. Fire Chief Alan Hickey said when firefighters arrived at the scene around 9 a.m.  thr fire was on 3 sides of the  2 story frame home.  chief Hickey said the female was cooking and the fire spread to the home’s second floor. Firefighters from Pulaski and Daugherty Twp assisted along with Big knob and Pine Run  brought in tankers to provide water to  fight the fire . New Brighton and West  Mayfield responded and provided  rehab and vitals to the firefighters .

Man Charged With Robbing Banks In Five Separate Counties, Including Beaver

A 47-year-old Swissvale man is facing multiple charges in connection to six bank robberies in five separate counties, including Beaver County. The U.S. Attorney’s Office announced yesterday Gregory Magee allegedly robbed banks in Beaver, Lawrence, Butler, Allegheny, and Washington counties between January and November 2016. In the latest one in Monroeville, Magee is accused of making off with nearly 80-thousand-dollars. The total from all six robberies is almost 120-thousand-dollars. The grand jury indictment was returned Tuesday.

9-Year-Old Child Hit By Car In Aliquippa

A 9-year-old boy was struck by a car last night in Aliquippa. It happened at around 6:30 in the 1300 block of Irwin Street. The child was taken to the UPMC Children’s Hospital for treatment. His name and condition have not been released.

New Beaver County Chairman For The Democrats

Hopewell Township Democrat Stephen Dupree was  voted in  as the county’s new Democratic chairman last night.  According to Beaver County Radio News Correspondent Sandy Giordano, voting took place at the Monaca Turners, in Center Twp..  Beaver County Clerk of Courts Judy Enslen is the party’s vice chairman.

Building Partially Falls Down In Beaver Falls

Part of the the former News Tribune building in Beaver Falls came down late last night, leaving debris scattered on the ground. The building is located on 13th Street, right across the street from the Beaver Falls Library Park. Officials blocked off the area but are asking passers-by to stay clear of the area.

Teleforum live at Kings Jewelers

  • Mike Romigh is live at King’s  Jewellery in the Beaver Valley Mall in Monaca hosting Teleforum.  He’ll. Be here till twelve noon today so stop out for the Diamonds in the rough reset event. Below Mike is interviewing Dan Flick.

“Diamonds in the Rough – Remount Event” LIVE broadcast at King’s Jewelry, 2/8/2017

On Wednesday, February 8th, WBVP and WMBA will broadcast the show “Teleforum” LIVE from King’s Jewelry in the Beaver Valley Mall from 10 A.M. until Noon. Beaver County Radio and King’s Jewelry are proud to host the first ever “Diamonds in the Rough – Remount Event.”
This year’s lineup includes: Rita Swesey from the Rochester-Beaver Lions Club, Mike Rubino from United Way, Dennis Nichols from the Inclusion Diversity and Awareness Council, Dan Flick from the Beaver County Rotary Club, Joyce Lewis-Andrews from McGuire Memorial, Katie Snyder from St. Barnabas, Beaver Meadows, and Tim Mascari from the Beaver Valley Mall.
Join WBVP and WMBA as we interview these community leaders and discuss their impact on the community.
Don’t forget to bring your old jewelry to King’s for their wonderful remounting event!