Beaver County Radio News Staff. Published March 12, 2024 2:04 P.M.

(Greene Township, Pa) Pennsylvania State Police in Beaver report that they responded to the scene of a crash in late February on Old Mill Creek Road in Greene Township. The operator of the vehicle, identified as 26 year old Dalton Alford, was said to have crashed his vehicle into an embankment and fled from the scene. The vehicle was removed and Alford has been charged with a primary violation of Duty to give information and render aid.

FILE – U.S. Postal Service trucks park outside a post office, Jan. 29, 2024, in Wheeling, Ill. The number of robberies of postal carriers grew again in 2023 and the number of injuries nearly doubled, even as the U.S. Postal Service launched crackdown aimed at addressing postal crime. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh, File)

The number of robberies of postal carriers grew again last year and the number of injuries nearly doubled, even as the U.S. Postal Service launched crackdown aimed at addressing postal crime. Figures provided to The Associated Press indicate postal carrier robberies reached 643 last year. That’s an increase of nearly 30%. Also, robberies resulting in injuries doubled to 61 among letter carriers last year. Houston postal carrier Tijuana Abbott says postal carriers feel like “sitting ducks.” The Postal Service began a crackdown last year that included hundreds of arrests while replacing tens of thousands of the universal keys sought by criminals, and robberies slowed over the past five months.

Beaver County Radio News Staff. Published March 12, 2024 1:56 P.M.

(Beaver County, Pa) The Connect Beaver County Broadband Program team have released an interactive map that shows locations and businesses that offer free Wi-Fi. From Route 228 to Raccoon Creek, nearly 150 locations throughout the County offer residents and visitors access to free Wi-Fi. The new Beaver County Free Wi-Fi Map at connectbeavercounty.com makes it easy for residents to find a hotspot nearby. When visiting the website, the map is accessible by visiting the affordability programs tab.

Story by Curtis Walsh and Sandy Giordano – Beaver County Radio. Published March 12, 2024 12:41 P.M.

(Crescent Township, Pa) Numerous responders were on scene Tuesday morning following the explosion of a house in Crescent Township on Riverview Road. Crews received the call at 8:55am. Crescent Township Fire Chief Andrew Tomer reported “There was a smell of natural gas and propane”. The Chief said a man and woman were found dead upon arrival.  Numerous emergency vehicles were seen leaving Riverview Road shortly after of 11am. In addition to Crescent Township, Moon and Ambridge were among the fire departments assisting. The State Fire Marshal is investigating the incident.

A view of Riverview Drive in the distance going up the hill: 

Story by Sandy Giordano – Beaver County Radio. Published March 12, 2024 9:58 A.M.

(Crescent Township, Pa) Police fire, EMS, and the state fire marshal are on scene in the 1400 block of Riverview Road of Crescent Township. As of 9:45 am Tuesday, no one was able to comment on what caused the explosion. Allegheny County Police had no details to share on the explosion.

FILE – U.S. Postal Service trucks park outside a post office, Jan. 29, 2024, in Wheeling, Ill. The number of robberies of postal carriers grew again in 2023 and the number of injuries nearly doubled, even as the U.S. Postal Service launched crackdown aimed at addressing postal crime. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh, File)

The number of robberies of postal carriers grew again last year and the number of injuries nearly doubled, even as the U.S. Postal Service launched crackdown aimed at addressing postal crime. Figures provided to The Associated Press indicate postal carrier robberies reached 643 last year. That’s an increase of nearly 30%. Also, robberies resulting in injuries doubled to 61 among letter carriers last year. Houston postal carrier Tijuana Abbott says postal carriers feel like “sitting ducks.” The Postal Service began a crackdown last year that included hundreds of arrests while replacing tens of thousands of the universal keys sought by criminals, and robberies slowed over the past five months.

Story by Curtis Walsh – Beaver County Radio. Published March 13, 2024 5:35 P.M.

(Center Township, PA) A medical marijuana dispensary is set to open at the location of the former King’s Restaurant in Center Township. The building has undergone a makeover and is set to start selling cannabis on Wednesday, March 13th according to sources.

Ascend Dispensary Outlet will be only the second medical marijuana dispensary to open in Beaver County since the state medicinal cannabis program started. The only other dispensary in the county is located in Aliquippa.

Under Pennsylvania law, medical marijuana use is legal for card carrying patients while recreational marijuana use is still illegal.

Chippewa Township is one of the only small municipalities in the state to have a decriminalization ordinance, in which they issue summary offense tickets for minor marijuana related offenses.

[MARCH 11, 2024] — As spring approaches, the American Red Cross urges donors to give blood or platelets now to continue to strengthen the national blood supply. People of all blood types – especially those with type O blood – are critical to ensuring hospitals can meet the daily demand for lifesaving transfusions. 

 

During Red Cross Month in March, the Red Cross celebrates the volunteers and blood and platelet donors who are critical to ensuring those in need receive relief and care. Help can’t wait – to book a time to give, visit RedCrossBlood.org, download the Red Cross Blood Donor App, or call 1-800-RED CROSS. As a thank-you, all who come to give by March 24 will get a $10 e-gift card to a pet supply merchant of choice, plus a chance to win one of five $3,000 gift cards. Visit RedCrossBlood.org/Pets for details. 

 

Additionally, the Red Cross is teaming up with Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures to celebrate the epic new film, Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire, and to invite donors to rise together and give blood. When donors share their strength by giving March 25-April 7, they’ll get an exclusive Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire and Red Cross T-shirt, while supplies last. © 2024 Legendary and Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. All Rights Reserved GODZILLA TM & © TOHO CO., Ltd.

 

How to donate blood

Simply download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or enable the Blood Donor Skill on any Alexa Echo device to make an appointment or for more information. All blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply for patients. A blood donor card or driver’s license or two other forms of identification are required at check-in. Individuals who are 17 years of age in most states (16 with parental consent where allowed by state law), weigh at least 110 pounds and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood. High school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet certain height and weight requirements.

 

Blood and platelet donors can save time at their next donation by using RapidPass® to complete their pre-donation reading and health history questionnaire online, on the day of their donation, before arriving at the blood drive. To get started, follow the instructions at RedCrossBlood.org/RapidPass or use the Blood Donor App.

 

Amplify your impact − volunteer! 

Another way to support the lifesaving mission of the Red Cross is to become a volunteer blood donor ambassador at Red Cross blood drives. Blood donor ambassadors help greet, check-in and thank blood donors to ensure they have a positive donation experience. 

 

Volunteers can also serve as transportation specialists, playing a vital role in ensuring lifesaving blood products are delivered to nearby hospitals. For more information and to apply for either position, visit redcross.org/volunteertoday. 

 

About the American Red Cross:

The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides comfort to victims of disasters; supplies about 40% of the nation’s blood; teaches skills that save lives; distributes international humanitarian aid; and supports veterans, military members and their families. The Red Cross is a nonprofit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to deliver its mission. For more information, please visit redcross.org or CruzRojaAmericana.org, or follow us on social media. 

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(Washington, D.C.) U.S. Congressman Chris Deluzio (D-PA-17) and U.S. Senators Bob Casey (D-PA) and John Fetterman (D-PA) delivered $3,661,000 to expand access to clean public drinking water for Darlington Township residents, just over one year after Norfolk Southern’s train derailment and chemical explosion. Currently, Darlington residents use private wells and do not have access to a public water source. This funding will provide them access to clean, public water by connecting them to nearby Beaver Falls Municipal Authority.