(File Photo of the Pittsburgh International Airport logo)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Pittsburgh, PA) According to officials on Tuesday, the new terminal at the Pittsburgh International Airport is ninety percent done. The project of $1.5 billion which is scheduled to open later this year started in July of 2021. There will be a landslide terminal and a baggage system that is new, bigger parking garages and a tunnel to connect the airside and landslide terminals. There will also be automated return for bins on a twelve-lane security checkpoint and over twenty concessions. 

(File Photo of Gavel)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Honululu, HI) On Tuesday, a judge refused a release on bail for a doctor who used to work at UPMC who is facing a charge of attempted murder after trying to kill his wife in Hawaii. Forty-six-year-old Gerhardt Konig has plead not guilty to the charge even though his wife got a temporary restraining order written. Konig hit his wife with a rock on a trail for hiking in Hawaii when she did not take a selfie near the edge of a cliff and she has filed for divorce since then.

(Photo Courtesy of the City of Aliquippa Police Department)

(Reported by Beaver County Radio News Correspondent Sandy Giordano)

(Aliquippa, PA) The City of Aliquippa Police issued information on Facebook that one of their K-9s, Ricco, passed away on Tuesday, May 13th. Condolences were issued after the end of watch occurred for Ricco that same day. Sergeant Nico D’Arrigo, who left the police force last year, was the former handler of Ricco.  According to police, Officer Sam Holden is the handler for the current K-9, Skye.

(File Photo of the Hopewell Area School District and School Board Logo)

(Reported by Beaver County Radio News Correspondent Sandy Giordano)

(Hopewell, PA) The Hopewell School Board approved bids for a partial high school roof at their work session Tuesday. Pennsylvania Roofing Systems, Inc’s bid for the project is $1,877,000. This includes a base bid of $1,517,000 and an additional alternate bid of $360,000. The district is using the competitively awarded Public School Facilities Improvement Grant of $1,150,000 to fund a portion of the project. The board approved the 2025-26 tentative budget of $48,910,316. Appropriations are $49,308,789. The budget is on display in the district office for 20 days before the final adoption. In other business, Doug Biega was hired as the boys varsity basketball coach effective immediately for the 2025-26 season. Three resignations for retirement were also approved. Karen Watts, the special education teacher at Independence Elementary School for 37 years, along with 34 in education, will retire on May 30th, 2025. Susan Burak, an autistic support teacher at the junior high school that has served for 34 years, will retire on May 30th, 2025. Lynn Gartley, a part time library paraprofessional will retire on May 31, 2025. Summer  temporary cleaning staff for non-employees will earn $13 an hour while current employees will earn $15 an hour. Superintendent Dr. Jeff Beltz announced that Thursday, May 29th, 2025 will be a 1/2 day for students. The board’s next meeting is Tuesday, May 27th, 2025 at 7 p.m.

(File Photo: Source for Photo: FILE – A sign with the company’s logo stands outside a Rite Aid store in Salem, N.H., on Wednesday, May 29, 2024. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa, File)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Philadelphia, PA) Sixty-eight Rite-Aid stores located in Pennsylvania and six other states are closing after a filing that took place in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of New Jersey on Friday. Forty-four of those stores are in Pennsylvania. The drug store chain started proceedings for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection on May 5th. Forty-seven Rite-Aid stores located in Pennsylvania and eight other states will also close, including the one at the Pittsburgh International Airport. 

(File Photo of the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board Logo)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Harrisburg, PA) According to a release from Pennsylvania Attorney General Dave Sunday’s office, Sunday announced seizures of over 400 illegal gambling devices. In March, these devices were found in gas stations, convenience stores and bars in Beaver County and eleven other Pennsylvania counties. John F. Conley, who has been convicted for gambling illegally, owns and operates J.J Amusement Inc. and Buffalo Skills Games, Inc., which received charges for operating these devices.

(File Photo of the Beaver County Humane Society building)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Aliquippa, PA) A scam is going around in Beaver County in which a scammer posed as a caller to pretend to be the Beaver County Humane Society. The Beaver County Humane Society issued information on Facebook yesterday about the caller “BC Humane.” The Aliquippa animal shelter also noted in that post that the caller was not them and they do not make a demand to pay money or make solicitations for donations during a call. They also did not know the conversation of the call.

(Photo Provided with Release)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Pittsburgh, PA) According to a release from Allegheny Health Network, AHN announced the launch of a $43 million renovation and expansion of the emergency department at Allegheny General Hospital. There will be 48 beds for patients with an open sight line design in each bed and 57 rooms for treatment with enclosures of glass in each room for transparency. The project that is 36,000 square feet along with multiple phases is expected to be completed at the conclusion of 2027. 

 

(Photo Provided with Release Courtesy of AAA East Central)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Pittsburgh, PA) According to a release from AAA East Central, AAA projects 45.1 million people will travel at least 50 miles from home over the Memorial Day holiday period. This period goes from May 22nd to May 26th and 1.4 million more people are expected to be traveling than last year. This is also a record for the most people traveling in that span. According to a release from AAA, here are some tips to save for traveling during those days:

AAA’s Ways to Save When Traveling

Gas: Even with gas prices lower than last Memorial Day weekend, drivers are looking to save at the pump.

• Start by peeking at current prices on the AAA fuel site and use the AAA gas cost calculator to get an idea of how much your road trip will cost.
• Once on the road, remember that the gas stations right off the interstate are usually the most expensive. If trying to save money, drive a bit farther down the road for cheaper gas. AAA members receive stackable discounts on gas through the Fuel Rewards® program at participating Shell stations.
• After filling up, avoid speeding. Fuel economy peaks around 50 mph on most cars, then drops off as speeds increase. Reducing highway speeds by 5 to 10 mph can increase fuel economy by as much as 14%.

Flights: Flexibility is key to scoring cheaper airfare.

• Booking flights that depart on Tuesdays or return on Wednesdays will save money, since weekend flights tend to be more expensive.
• If not picky about selecting a seat ahead of time or boarding at the end, basic economy can be an excellent option for budget-conscious travelers. Be sure to read the fine print regarding restrictions.
• Reserving airport parking in advance can save money. AAA members receive a discount at The Parking Spot.
• To save money on meals, bring something from home. Just remember beverages are not allowed through TSA security.

Hotels and Rental Cars: Where to stay and how to get around are two decisions that should not be put off until the last minute. Reserve hotels and rental cars as soon as travel dates are confirmed.

• Hotels in prime locations and tourist areas tend to be more expensive than hotels a bit removed from the action. In major cities, consider hotels within walking distance of public transit to save money on transportation. When choosing hotels, look for AAA hotel partners that offer discounts and deals.
• Reserving a rental car early guarantees a better selection of vehicles. To save money, consider the type of vehicle that is needed. Smaller vehicles tend to be more economical and fuel-efficient if traveling with a small group. For extra savings, AAA members get exclusive benefits when booking through Hertz.

Best/Worst Times to Drive and Peak Congestion by Metro

INRIX, a provider of transportation data and insights, expects the afternoons over Memorial Day weekend to be the most congested. Travelers should hit the road during the morning hours. The metropolitan areas that can expect the heaviest traffic are Boston, New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Washington, D.C.

(File photo of Downtown New Brighton taken by Frank Sparks)

 

(New Brighton, Pa.) New Brighton Borough made the following announcement this afternoon via social media and mass emailing:

With rain forecasted for much of the day, today’s Night Mart has been postponed until next Tuesday, May 20.  Visit the Central Business District next week and stroll, shop, and dine in Downtown New Brighton with a variety of sidewalk vendors, food trucks, and live music from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM.  The New Brighton Night Mart will continue throughout the summer with five downtown events on the second Tuesday of each month through October.  Each market will have a special theme so there will be something unique happening each month.