Central Valley School Board Approves Hiring Of New Assistant HS Principal

The Central Valley School Board met last night and approved the hiring of a new assistant principal at the high school.Mark Vukovcan. Beaver County Radio News Correspondent Sandy Giordano reports that he will earn a salary of $80,000 annually, according to board president Tom Mowad, Jr. Mowad said that Roberta Roma was hired as an accounts payable clerk at a salary of $20,000 a year.  She resigned from a similar position in the Aliquippa School District. The board also accepted the resignation  of Lauren Grossman, a paraprofessional .Fifteen professional staff members attained tenure, according to Mowad. Board treasurer Tom King will serve in that capacity from July 1, 2016 to June 30, 2017.  He will receive a stipend of $250.00.

Ambridge Police Search For Serial Burglar

Ambridge Police Chief James Mann reported that their have been several daylight burglaries  and police are looking for a young couple in their 20’s.  Beaver County Radio News Correspondent Sandy Giordano reports that the woman is white, pregnant and has a pony tail. The man is shorter than the woman with a scruffy beard, and a lot of tattoos.  Police are asking  that anyone having information to please call them. The burglaries occurred May 24, 25, 27, 28, and 31    .  Mann also reported a drug dealer, and 2 more drug arrests were made recently in the borough.  He credit officer mike McQuade for his efforts A Crime Watch meeting will be held in the borough building on Tuesday at 6 p.m., according to Mayor Richard D’ambrosio.  The public is welcome an business owners , also.  He asks that those in attendance  tell us about any issues.  Jason Sang is Crime Watch officer.

Candlelight Vigil To Be Held Tonight In Beaver To Remember Lives Lost To Heroin epidemic

A candlelight vigil and recovery celebration will be held tonight at Irvine Park in Beaver to remember those who lost their lives to the heroin epidemic and also to celebrate those who are in recovery from drug and alcohol addictions. The event is being hosted by the Pittsburgh chapter of Not One More, an organization that raises awareness about narcotic addiction. The Beaver Vigil and Recovery Celebration will feature multiple guest speakers, a food truck and entertainment. Among those speaking tonight will be former Beaver Falls Police Chief Charles Jones, now the city’s manager…and Kate Lowery, the administrator at the Beaver County Behavioral Health Drug and Alcohol Program. Registration for the Recovery Celebration will start as early as 6 p-m…and the festivities will take place from 7 to 9 p-m.

Aliquippa School Board Member Resigns

The Aliquippa School Board accepted the resignation of Roberta Roma, the district’s Accounts Payable clerk effective Monday, June 20, 2016. According to Beaver County Radio News Correspondent Sandy Giordano, Dr. Pete Carbone, acting superintendent announced that elementary gifted education teacher Mrs. Debbie Frank will retire June 30.  Mrs. Frank has served the district for 31  years. Beaver County NAACP Labor and and Industry Committee will use the Black Box Theater for a job fair on Wednesday, June 29 from 6 to 8 p.m.  Robert Jones from the group’s Labor and Industry Committee approached the board for approval.  The group will be charged $100 for custodian and rental fees.  The  school board will meet next Wednesday at 6 p.m. in the Black Box Theater .

Aliquippa Accident Reported Just Before Noon Today

Just before noon today traffic was at a halt at Admiral St. and Brodhead Rd. in Aliquippa due to a head-on collision, according to Beaver County Radio News Correspondent Sandy Giordano. Police, fire, and an ambulannce were dispatched to the scene. No injuries were reported. An officer at the scene said the the fire department responded quickly and stopped traffic until the accident scene was cleared.

Dozens Of Residents Attend Crime Watch Meeting In Aliquippa

Aliquippa Diversity Council founder Catherine Colalella   said yesterday 30 residents from all sections of the city turned out Monday evening to express their concerns about all types of incidents, not just shootings that have occurred within the city.  Beaver County Radio News Correspondent Sandy Giordano reports that Police Captain Ryan Pudik was on hand to speak to residents and answer questions. Another meeting is scheduled for next month. Diversity Council will meet Saturday, June 25 at Uncommon Grounds Cafe on Franklin Ave. at noon.

Ellwood City Area School School District Budget Delayed

Tax bills will be sent to Ellwood City Area School District residents later than usual…and therefore, the district will begin receiving tax revenue later as well. That’s all because of the delay in passing a budget in the district. An increase in taxes by the district isn’t likely. The reasons why the sending out of tax bills is delayed is because the Ellwood City Area School Board has not passed its budget for the 2016-2017 school year. The board is scheduled to adopt a final budget in a special meeting on June 27th.

Thousands of Penguins Fans Turn Out For Stanley Cup Parade in Downtown Pittsburgh

Hundreds of thousands of fans turned out in Downtown Pittsburgh this morning to celebrate the Penguins’ triumphant return with the Stanley Cup. The 11:30 a.m. victory parade celebrating Sunday’s clinching championship game over the San Jose Sharks included a fleet of convertibles and other vehicles carrying the players and their families. The procession began on the Martin Luther King Jr. East Busway near the U.S. Courthouse, before makings it way on to Grant Street. It’s been named the largest sports parade in Pittsburgh history.

Former Beaver Falls City Manager Seeking New Job Title

Former Beaver Falls City Manager Steve Johnston should find out today what his new officials job title will be. Johnston recently stepped down from his former position to move into the city’s Code Department. In an interview with Beaver County Radio Newsman Pat Septak, Johnston said he’s now in charge of tearing down blighted buildings in the city.  He says while he did enjoy being the city manager for the last four years, he won’t miss his old job due to all the accompanying stress. City Council is expected to vote today on a new job title for him.

Penn State Extension Says Beaver County To Receive Grant Money To Monitor Zika Mosquitoes

Beaver County is set to receive some grant money through the State Department of Environmental Protection to monitor and treat the Zika mosquito population in the county. Susan Boser, water resource educator with the Penn State Extension, made that announcement on Teleforum With Mike Romigh this morning. She says the funds will enable them to set a few more traps and monitor a few more sites throughout the county. She says they are in the beginning stages of applying for that grant.