Category: News

South Beaver Twp. Police Searching For Missing Woman

(South Beaver Twp., Beaver County, Pa.) South Beaver  Twp. Police Department is asking for the publics help in finding a missing 87 year old female.
Police said in a release that Mildred Belas who answers to Malia or Mickey walked away from Lakeview Personal Care Home 498 Lisbon Rd Darlington PA 16115.
She was last seen wearing Purple shirt and pink pants walking in the 500 block of Lisbon road
Anyone with information please contact the South Beaver Twp. Police Department. 724-775-0883

Picture Perfect Fall Day For Geneva Homecoming

(Beaver County Radio’s Frank Sparks talks with Geneva President, Dr. Calvin Troup, during Beaver County Radio’s Homecoming Broadcast)(Photos by Frank Sparks, Curtis Walsh and Matt Drzik)

Story by Frank Sparks, Beaver Radio
(Beaver Falls, Pa.) Saturday was a chilly fall day and the perfect scenario for Geneva College’s Homecoming 2022. The day started with a parade in which the Geneva College Golden Tornado Band was joined by the Beaver Falls High School Band, Geneva Students and alumni and the Beaver Falls Little Tigers. City, state, and county officials, and off course floats also joined in as they made their way down Seventh Avenue in the city on their way to Campus of Geneve College.

Beaver County Radio’s Frank Sparks and Curtis Walsh did a live broadcast from the north gate of Reeve’s Stadium from 12:30 to 2:00 PM to celebrate homecoming. The Beaver County Radio Prize Caddy and Personality Prize Wheel were also on hand with prizes from Tri-State Mc Donald’s, Fun For All in Cranberry, and premium gifts from St. Barnabas Health System.

There were many activities planned for the weekend for Geneva Alumni including Food Trucks, an Alumni Dinner, Rugby game, and a special performance by the Geneva Alumni Band.

The Golden Tornados Football team took the field to take on the Allegheny  Gators at 3PM  and the Gators tried to put a little bit of a damper on the festivities by beating the Golden Tornados but Coach DeMarco’s team pulled a dramatic fourth quarter come from behind victory and won 35-21.

Check out all the photos of a fun filled Saturday below:

 

Late QB Sneak Sinks Rochester’s Homecoming Match Against Union

(Matt Drzik/Beaver County Radio.) Featured photo – Antonio Laure carries the ball for Rochester during the first half of Friday night’s game. Photo credit – Mark Peterson.

“You might call it bend, but certainly not break.”

Bob Barrickman uttered those words as the Rochester defense held fast and denied the Union Scotties a chance at points for a third time in the red zone. However, the dam finally broke in the final minute of play, as Union quarterback Braylon Thomas ran from 11 yards out to give the Scotties the first score of the game, and–as it would turn out–the only score of the game. Bob and John Perrotto had the game from Rochester Stadium on WBVP/99.3 FM and Facebook Live, as Rochester loses a tough one to Union in Class 1A action by a final score of 6-0.

Rochester’s defense kept Union out of the end zone the entire game until the final minute of play Friday Night. Photo – Mark Peterson

The loss puts the Rams at 2-2 in the Big Seven Conference and 3-3 overall, while Union improves to 2-1 in the Big Seven and 5-2 overall. Rochester travels to Clairton (3-4) for a non-conference Week 7 affair, while Union hosts Northgate (3-4) at Socs Russos Stadium.

Union Quarterback, Braylon Thomas, drops back to pass during the Scotties’ 6-0 victory on the road at Rochester. Photo – Mark Peterson

To watch the game in full, check out the YouTube stream of Union’s 6-0 win over Rochester:

Pastor Dave Talks About The Impact Of The Epistle To The Philippians On This Week’s “Wake Up Beaver Valley”

Pastor Dave Grove reflects on the words of the Epistle To The Philippians and how those words have impacted him on his spiritual journey, and how its teachings can inspire others on this week’s “Wake Up Beaver Valley.”

“Wake Up Beaver Valley” airs every Saturday morning from 9 AM to 10 AM on Beaver County Radio and is presented by the Church of The Redeemed of Beaver Valley. Archived editions of “Wake Up Beaver Valley” can be heard at the Beaver County Radio Podcast Library.

“Ladies’ Day Out” To Be Hosted By St. Barnabas Charities On October 8

(Matt Drzik/Beaver County Radio)

St. Barnabas Charities will be hosting its annual “Ladies’ Day Out” at Trees Manor in Gibsonia on Saturday, October 8th from 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM. The event will feature live music, local vendors showcasing their merchandise, a basket raffle, 50/50, and prizes given away every 30 minutes!

Proceeds from “Ladies’ Day Out”–one of five annual events held by St. Barnabas Charities–go to the Free Care Fund. Tickets can be purchased by going to this link, where they can find out more information about the event.

Shelli Sommariva of St. Barnabas Charities joined Matt Drzik on the October 7 edition of A.M. Beaver County to discuss “Ladies’ Day Out”. To hear the full preview, hit the play button below!

On Living Well this Week Dr. Maroon and Jeff Bost Present Part Three of a Three Part Series Discussing Dementia and Alzheimer’s

(Beaver Falls, Pa.) On this week’s episode of Living Well on Beaver County Radio at 8:30 AM Saturday morning Dr. Joseph Maroon and Jeff Bost, PAC, will present part three of a three parts series highlighting Dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease.

The series got under way last Saturday and will include the history of dementia related disease, typical symptoms, causes, risk factors, prevention and much more.

Dr. Joseph Maroon is a world renown neurosurgeon with extensive experience in neurosurgery. He specializes in minimally invasive surgery to speed recovery for his patients. He is a sports medicine expert and innovator in concussion management, personal fitness and nutrition. Dr. Maroon is also the Pittsburgh Steelers team doctor.

Jeff Bost  is a consultant to the St. Barnabas Health System. Bost is also a Clinical Instructor in the Department of Neurosurgery at University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, a consultant to the WWE, and Clinical Assistant Professor at Chatham University. He has a special interest in minimally invasive spine and brain surgery and have collaborated on scores of scientific medical papers and books in these areas. Over the last 15 years he has researched, lectured and written on the use of alternative treatment for pain control.

Bost, along with Dr. Joseph Maroon have authored two books on the use of omega-3 fish oil, including: Fish Oil: The Natural Anti-Inflammatory, currently in its forth printing with over 75,000 copies sold and recently, Why You Need Fish Oil. He has given over 100 invited lectures, 24 national posters and oral presentations, 29 coordinated research projects, five workshops presentations, 35 scientific articles and 10 book chapters.

You can rune into “Living Well” every Saturday morning at 8:30 on 95.7 and 99.3 FM, 1230 WBVP, 1460 WMBA, and beavercountyradio.com.

You can also listen to all previous episodes of “Living Well” by going to beavercountyradio.com clicking on the Listen Live Button, Then chose Beaver County Radio and click on Podcasts in the upper right hand corner.

You can also download our free apps by clicking on the proper store icon for your platform of a device:

Dr. Allan Klapper Joins Jim Roddey On This Week’s Heroes; Carnegie Hero Fund Series Begins

AHN Wexford President Dr. Allan Klapper joins host Jim Roddey on this week’s episodes of “Heroes” to celebrate one year of the new facility in Western Pennsylvania. Also, Eric Zahren (president) of the Carnegie Hero Fund Commission joins Jim to begin their 10-part series on winners of the Carnegie Medal.

“Heroes” is presented by Highmark Blue Cross/Blue Shield and the Allegheny Health Network, airing Saturdays at 10:00 AM and Sundays at 12:30 PM on Beaver County Radio. Archived editions of “Heroes” can be heard at the Beaver County Radio Podcast Library.

PRC Hosts “Household Chemical Collection” Saturday At Brady’s Run Park Recycling Center

(Story and photos by Beaver County Radio News/Program Director Frank Sparks)

October 7, 2022- 9:43 AM
(Brighton Township, Pa.) The Pennsylvania Resources Council will be holding a “Household Chemical Collection” this Saturday, October 10, 2022 at the Brady’s Run Park Recycling Facility in Brady’s Run Park, Brighton Township.
Beaver County Radio spoke with Josh Schuneman who is the Recycling Operations  Specialist for the PRC about Saturday’s event: (press play)

Beaver County Radio’s Frank Sparks asked Josh what type of chemicals will be accepted: (press play)

Josh also highlighted some of the chemicals that will not be accepted: (press play)

There is a small cost to recycle your items: (press play)

If you have more than those amounts you will be charged accordingly.
Josh did say that you do need to pre-register and you can do that up until the time the event starts on Saturday: (press play)

The PRC is in their 20th year holding collections. The is the 9th and final collection of the year.
If you would like more information or to pre-register you can go to :
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/household-chemical-collection-event-in-beaver-county-at-bradys-run-park-tickets-293287419567
or call 412-488-7490 Ext. 1

 

15-Year-Old Arrested in Connection With Kennywood Park Shooting, Being Charged as an Adult

A Kennywood Park security guard stands at the main entrance to the amusement park in West Mifflin, Pa., early Sunday, Sept 25, 2022. Pennsylvania police and first responders have descended on the amusement park southeast of Pittsburgh following reports of shots fired inside the attraction, which was kicking off a Halloween-themed festival. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puska

(West Mifflin, Pa.) Allegheny County police announced the arrest of a 15-year-old Darryl Pirl and said they are now looking for a second shooter in the Kennywood shooting that occurred on September 24, 2022 in which three people including Pirl, a 39-year-old man and another 15-year-old boy were shot inside the park by the “Musik Express” ride.
Pirl was grazed in the leg with a bullet but ran before police got there. He was driven to the hospital by private means nearly two hours later
Pirl will be charged as an adult and is facing two charges of aggravated assault, firearms not to be carried without a license, possession of a firearm by a minor and recklessly endangering another person.
Police say Pirl had gunshot residue on his hands and on the inside and outside of his clothing, indicating he fired the gun from underneath his shirt. He also had bullet holes in his shirt, but no wounds to his upper body.
Police said that based on evidence, two different guns were fired during the incident and that they are still looking for a second shooter, who they say is likely a juvenile.
Police say this shooting appears to be linked to an ongoing feud between teens in the Mon Valley that has led to more than 55 different shooting investigations, including one that took the life of a teenage girl in Duquesne.
Police say Pirl was on juvenile probation at the time of the shooting at Kennywood.

Construction Worker Killed on The Parkway East Early Friday Morning

(Pittsburgh, Pa.) A construction worker fell to his death around 3:10 AM this morning along the Parkway East. The unnamed man pronounced dead at Mercy Hospital in Pittsburgh after he was transported their by Medics.
Pa State Police said this morning via release that the construction worker was working in a bucket truck that was parked in the left lane that was closed in the construction zone. The bucket with the unnamed worker in it was extended out over the right hand lane when the bottom of the bucket was struck by a tractor trailer causing the bucket to spin on it axis. The unnamed man was ejected from the bucket and fell over the overpass.

As of 9:00 AM Friday morning all lanes of the Parkway East traveling eastbound were closed at the Forbes Ave./ Oakland Exit as State Police continue to investigate.