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Aliquippa Residents Alert: Lane and Shoulder Closure on I-376 Beaver Valley Expressway Begins This Wednesday
PennDOT District 11 has announced a lane and shoulder closure on I-376 (Beaver Valley Expressway) in Aliquippa, Beaver County. The closure will start on Wednesday, December 6, weather permitting. It will affect one lane and shoulder in each direction on the I-376 bridge over Bunker Hill Road.
Times' high school notebook: Central Valley football to 3A, Beaver Falls' new hoops coach
Last Tuesday, the PIAA released enrollment figures for all sports which determine classification realignment for the 2024-25 and 2025-26 seasons. For the most part, it will be status quo for boys and girls teams in the Beaver County Times coverage area. However, there will be at least three significant changes for local teams.
Aliquippa Emerges from 36-Year Distressed Status: A Local Triumph
The state Department of Community and Economic Development announced that the City of Aliquippa in Beaver County has left its distressed status under Act 47 after 36 years. This improvement in the city's financial position and management infrastructure is due to the effective application of Act 47 program tools.
Norfolk Southern announces end to part of financial assistance program for East Palestine residents
It's been just over 10 months since the near-catastrophic derailment of a Norfolk Southern freight train in East Palestine as the railway continues to work toward its commitment to make things right in the village.
Residents sue as Coraopolis concrete plant ‘coats and clogs up everything’
“The cars, roads and houses are all coated in cement dust. … We clean daily and it looks like you didn’t clean the next day. There is a perpetual layer of cement dust on everything.” The post Residents sue as Coraopolis concrete plant ‘coats and clogs up everything’ appeared first on PublicSource. PublicSource is a nonprofit news organization serving the Pittsburgh region. Visit www.publicsource.org to read more.
Local Lincoln High School Student, Linda Basheir, Honored as December Senior of the Month
Linda Basheir, a senior at Lincoln High School, has been recognized as the December Senior of the Month. Linda, originally from Vassa, Finland, is a multilingual student with an honors status and serves as the Head Ambassador at her school. Despite being one of the few black students in her school, Linda has excelled both acadically and socially.
State Police Calls: Cranberry Walmart Employee Arrested for Stealing Merchandise
Area state police responded to the following incidents:. An employee of a Cranberry Walmart has been arrested following a shoplifting incident, according to a report from the PSP Franklin Patrol Unit. The incident occurred at the Walmart located on Kimberly Lane at approximately 3:59 p.m. on December 1, 2023. The...
Lawrence County Fire and Rescue: A Testament to Volunteer Valor and Community Safety
In the quiet corners of Lawrence County, the fire and rescue team has proven their mettle in a remarkable demonstration of vigilance and valor. During a busy week from November 27th to December 3rd, the volunteer brigade responded to an incredible 145 emergency calls, highlighting their essential role in the community's safety net. Alongside their emergency response, the team engaged in vital training, fundraising, and equipment maintenance, reinforcing their preparedness for any crisis that might arise. As Lawrence County Fire and Rescue continues its unwavering service, the department is calling upon new volunteers to join the ranks and uphold this legacy of bravery and community service.
Beaver County home prices fell 1.8% in November, with houses listed at a median of $205,000
The median home in Beaver County listed for $205,000 in November, down 1.8% from the previous month's $208,750, an analysis of data from Realtor.com shows. Compared to November 2022, the median home list price increased 14% from $179,900. The statistics in this article only pertain to houses listed for sale...
Beaver County native and Cortez Colorado Police Sergeant Michael Moran to be laid to rest
CORTEZ, Colo. (KDKA) - Funeral arrangements have been set for Cortez, Colorado Police Sergeant Michael Moran, a Beaver County native.Sgt. Moran was killed in the line of duty this past week and will be laid to rest on Wednesday morning in Colorado. RELATED: Cortez Police Sgt. Michael Moran remembered after deadly shootout in southwest ColoradoSergeant Michael Moran, a police officer in Cortez, Colo., was shot and killed after making a traffic stop last week.Moran died after exchanging gunfire with suspects on Wednesday and one suspect died on the scene and a second suspect was taken into custody. Moran was rushed to...
Caregiver fails to renew patient's medication, charged for neglect in fatal outcome
Harrisburg, Pa. — A resident of a personal care home died after having a seizure. The state's Attorney General's office said the facility's personal care administrator failed to provide his necessary medications. Charges have now been filed against the Lawrence County personal care administrator. Kelly Gonzales, 48, was the administrator at ARC of Lawrence County, a personal care home in New Castle in 2021, when she failed to renew a...
Real Estate Transfers For November 2023
The month of November hosts the holiday Thanksgiving. For many in the area, this year’s Thanksgiving holiday was hosted in a new home. According to RocketHomes.com, the median selling price for real estate in November in Lawrence County, Pennsylvania was $142,600.00 – up 3.7% versus the same period last year. This November saw a 5.7% increase in the median sold price versus last November. More specifically, real estate in Ellwood City continues to be a seller’s market as Ellwood City real estate sold for 18.3% more than they did last November.