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Beaver County's retail food inspections for June 2024
Editor’s Note: This is an overview of inspection violations recorded in Beaver County retail food establishments by the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture. Inspections conducted on any given day may not represent the long-term cleanliness of a facility, the state Department of Agriculture notes, and violations recorded at the time of inspection are often corrected on site prior to the inspector leaving. Violations listed below were deemed significant to the public interest by reporters at The Times, but a full list of each business' violations can be found in the Department of Agriculture's inspection database. Citations may be modified for grammar or reader...
Moon Township neighbors growing frustrated with ‘megachurch’ hosting large event this weekend
Neighbors who live near the former Baywood Conference and Lodging Center are frustrated that a “megachurch” is holding a festival at that location without properly securing permits.
Creek Critter Hike gives Beaver County youth a taste of nature
NORTH SEWICKLEY TWP. — Several tents stand in a grassy field near a creek running through a park of the same name. Surrounding the tents are almost 30 small children and parents awaiting the Creek Critter Hike. This hike’s objective is to find the various creatures that live among the rocks and...
New Moon Township megachurch's week-long event prompts noise complaints from neighbors
MOON TOWNSHIP, Pa. (KDKA) -- A new megachurch in Moon Township has found itself in the middle of controversy over noise. Neighbors who live near the church say the outdoor worship services are breaking the township's noise ordinances. Numerous complaints have been filed with the police department, but neighbors say they aren't enforcing the laws.Whether you live across the street or a 1/2 mile away from the Revival Today Church, neighbors say they can hear the worship services as if they were actually there, and they're fed up."The noise level is more like a concert than a church," Ethan Bowman said. Bowman...
Grand opening set for mental health center for residents of East Palestine
A mental health center aimed at helping residence impacted by the toxic train derailment is set to open next week. The East Palestine Resiliency Center, located on State Route 14 in Unity Township is set to open July 15 with an event welcoming the community to tour the facility. The...
Pennsylvania system settles HIPAA violations for $950K
Beaver, Pa.-based Heritage Valley Health System has agreed to pay the HHS $950,000 for HIPAA violations following a ransomware attack on the organization. HHS' Office for Civil Rights launched an investigation into Heritage Valley alleging that the health system violated the HIPAA security rule, according to a July 1 news release from HHS. The investigation revealed that Heritage Valley had multiple potential violations of the HIPAA security rule, including failure to conduct a risk assessment, failure to create a plan to handle emergencies and failure to implement policies whereby only authorized users could access its EHR system.
Chester paving project expands, covering more areas under budget
CHESTER, W.Va. — A paving project in Chester will be able to cover more ground than originally planned, according to council members. It comes as officials announce they were well under their $3 million target. Now the plan is to pave multiple alleyways and side streets, as well as...
PIAA asking Commonwealth Court for emergency stay to force Aliquippa football to Class 5A
Jul. 3—With football season only weeks away, the PIAA has asked the Commonwealth Court for an expedited hearing that could force Aliquippa into a higher classification. The PIAA wants to promote the Quips from Class 4A to 5A under its competitive-balance rule, but that move was blocked in May by a Common Pleas judge who granted the school district a preliminary injunction. The PIAA has asked ...
Kelly Linger of East Liverpool appointed as judge to Columbiana County Municipal Court
Kelly Linger was recently appointed as a judge to Columbiana County Municipal Court by Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine. Linger, of East Liverpool, will assume office on July 23, 2024, and will be taking the seat formerly held by Judge Katelyn Dickey, who resigned upon being appointed to the Ohio Seventh District Court of Appeals. She will serve the remainder of the unfinished term and will need to run for election in November 2025 to retain the seat.
Callery makes plans to dedicate monument to local veterans
CALLERY — After facing several minor complications, a three-year long project to bring a monument honoring local veterans and other longtime borough residents is entering the final stages of completion. The monument is set to be dedicated at a ceremony on Nov. 10. The borough council approved that date...
Zelie Welcomes Residents For Festivities
Downtown Zelienople will be buzzing today for their annual Fourth of July festivities. The parade is set to begin at 11 a.m. and will run along Main Street. Police will begin closing some side streets starting at 9 a.m. There will also be parking restrictions in town from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Louise Carroll: Bridges keep Lawrence County connected
It takes a lot of bridges to keep Lawrence County connected. Lawrence County is responsible for the upkeep, maintenance and, when necessary, the repair or replacement of 27 bridges. PennDOT is responsible for the same responsibilities for 262 bridges in Lawrence County. There are also bridges that are the responsibility...
Cranberry Township Renovating Salt Shed
Cranberry Township is moving forward with renovation plans at a local facility. The board of supervisors recently approved a contract with Building Envelope Consultants and Scientists LLC to repair the salt shed storage building at the Public Works area. The contract includes building design, bidding, and construction consulting for this...
Lincoln Park Performing Arts Center announces 2024-2025 subscription series
MIDLAND ―Lincoln Park Performing Arts Center has announced its eight-show 2024-2025 Subscription Series. The seasonal theme is "Raise Your Voice." Shows include:"Charlie & The Chocolate Factory," Oct. 4-6 & 11-13, Lincoln Park's MainStage Theater. "Oliver Jr.," Nov. 15-17 & 22-24, MainStage Theater. "The Gift of the Magi," December 6-8,...
Lincoln Park to Launch 2024-25 Season With ‘Charlie & the Chocolate Factory’
Lincoln Park Performing Arts Center has announced its 2024-25 subscription series of musical theater and dance, featuring an extended holiday stay for its annual The Nutcracker. Charlie & The Chocolate Factory I October 4-6 & 11-13, 2024 (MainStage) The musical features an original score by Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman,...
Retirees were honored at Aliquippa’s City Council meeting last week
Sandy Giordano – Sandy Giordano – Beaver County Radio. Published July 1, 2024 11:19 A.M. (Aliquippa, Pa) Aliquippa Police Captain Donnie Lane retired on June 9, 2024 after serving on the police force for 27 years and received a proclamation from Mayor Dwan B. Walker. Captain Lane was...
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