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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Allegheny County, PA) Pennsylvania State Police in Pittsburgh reported yesterday that two drivers were charged following a three-vehicle crash in Allegheny County on May 28. 

According to police, the crash resulted from a secondary collision that occurred moments after an earlier crash. At about 9 a.m., 42-year-old Jose Pereira of Cranberry Township and 30-year-old Rider Dinnen of Warrendale were traveling on Interstate 79 South in Franklin Park Borough when they slowed to avoid a collision ahead. 

Police said the vehicles driven by Pereira and Dinnen were then struck by a vehicle operated by 23-year-old Zachary Cramer of Greensburg. Cramer’s vehicle also struck a guide rail. 

No injuries were reported. 

Police charged Cramer in connection with the crash. Pereira was charged with driving while his operating privileges were suspended or revoked. 

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Findlay Township, PA) Pennsylvania State Police in Pittsburgh reported yesterday that a 22-year-old Columbia, Maryland, man was charged following a single-vehicle crash in Findlay Township on Wednesday. 

Lesman Ortiz Iriarte was driving on Interstate 376 West at about 8:36 p.m. when he lost control of his vehicle while navigating a right-hand curve, according to police. 

No injuries were reported. 

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Allegheny County, PA) Pennsylvania State Police in Pittsburgh reported today that a 34-year-old Coraopolis man was charged following a crash in Allegheny County on Thursday. 

Jordan Wilson was driving at about 9 a.m. in Scott Township when he lost control of his vehicle and struck a curb, according to police. 

Police said Wilson suffered a suspected minor injury in the crash but was not transported from the scene. 

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Pittsburgh, PA) Pennsylvania State Police in Pittsburgh reported Friday that a 19-year-old New Castle man was charged for tailgating following a two-vehicle crash in Pittsburgh on May 11th. 

Christopher Glidden Jr. was driving on Interstate 376 West near the Boulevard of the Allies ramp at about 5:23 p.m. when he rear-ended a vehicle driven by 32-year-old Kimberly Brooks of Pittsburgh, according to police. 

Police said both drivers were attempting to merge into the left lane at the time of the crash. Brooks suffered a suspected minor injury and was transported from the scene. 

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Carnegie, PA) Congressman Chris Deluzio announced the launch of the 2026 Congressional App Challenge in Carnegie on Friday. 

Created by the U.S. House of Representatives and the Internet Education Foundation in 2013, the nationwide competition encourages middle and high school students to pursue careers in technology through coding and app development. 

Each year, members of Congress invite students in their districts to create and submit original apps for a chance to win the competition. Winning apps from each congressional district are displayed and recognized at a showcase event in Washington, D.C., which is scheduled for the spring of 2027. 

You can register for the 2026 Congressional App Challenge by clicking here.

(Credit for Photo: Photo Courtesy of KDKA-TV, CBS Pittsburgh, Posted on June 6th, 2026)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Ohio Township, PA) The woman accused of assaulting a teenage referee last summer at the Robert Morris University Island Sports Center is expected to avoid a criminal conviction through a diversionary program for first-time offenders. 

Police accused Andrea Bucci of harassing a 16-year-old youth ice hockey referee during a game on July 20th, 2025. According to court records, the referee had just disqualified Bucci’s son for a blindside hit when Bucci allegedly grabbed the teenager’s shirt. 

Bucci was accepted into the Accelerated Rehabilitative Disposition (ARD) program, which is designed for first-time offenders. As part of the program, she was placed on probation and ordered to complete counseling and community service. 

Upon successful completion of the program, Bucci may be eligible to have the charges expunged from her record. 

She had been charged with assault on a sports official, harassment and related offenses. 

Bucci also has been barred from the Island Sports Center in Ohio Township. She declined to comment to KDKA-TV on Friday. 

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Zelienople, PA) Harmony Fire District was dispatched to a structure fire at a funeral home on East Grandview Avenue in Zelienople on Saturday evening. 

Crews arrived to find smoke showing from the building and discovered fire in the attic and on the third floor. Firefighters quickly brought the blaze under control and remained on scene for about two hours conducting cleanup and overhaul operations. 

No injuries were reported. 

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(West Mifflin, PA) Kennywood expanded its chaperone policy for the second consecutive weekend after officials said they became aware of social media posts about a possible “unauthorized gathering” planned for Saturday. 

In a Facebook post Friday, Kennywood announced that its evening chaperone policy would be in effect for the entire day on June 6. Under the policy, guests ages 17 and younger must be accompanied by an adult age 21 or older with a valid photo ID to enter the park. 

“We are aware of social media posts circulating regarding a possible unauthorized gathering at the park. We have zero tolerance for disruptive behavior,” the park said in its online statement. 

It is the second time this season that Kennywood has expanded its chaperone policy. The park implemented the same restrictions on May 30th. 

The move comes amid concerns about a trend of so-called “teen takeovers,” which prompted officials to adopt a chaperone policy in Pittsburgh’s recently renovated Market Square. The policy was implemented after a gathering of about 40 young people escalated into a fight that required police intervention. Pittsburgh Public Safety said officers used pepper spray to disperse the crowd. 

Kennywood has maintained a chaperone policy since 2020. Under normal summer operations, the policy took effect at 4 p.m. on Saturday. 

The West Mifflin amusement park opened for the 2026 season on April 18. The season marks the first full year under ownership by Herschend Family Entertainment, the parent company of Dollywood, which acquired Palace Entertainment’s 24 U.S. attractions, including Kennywood, Sandcastle and Idlewild & SoakZone.