In Memoriam: Robert Allen Rice

Mar 17, 2023

Beaver resident Robert Allen Rice, an economic development expert, historic preservationist, political aficionado, news junkie and all-around renaissance gentleman, was taken away far too soon with his untimely passing on Jan. 15, 2023. Bob originally was from...

6 Ways to Jumpstart Your Yard and Be Ready for Spring

Mar 17, 2023

If you want to make sure that your yard is ready for spring, there are several things to do before the warm weather arrives. Preparing your lawn and garden now can save you a great deal of time and money. Here are some top ways to help jumpstart your lawn and garden...

18 Ways Vinegar Is a Spring Cleaning Superhero

Mar 17, 2023

Spring is on the way! It is almost time to open those windows, let in some fresh air, and clean, clean, clean. Instead of buying cleaning supplies that fill the air with harmful chemicals, detox your home with the best natural cleaner you likely already have in stock....

Beaver’s Oldest House Gets a 21st Century Interior Makeover

Mar 17, 2023

Beaver’s oldest house has new owners, is getting an interior makeover, and should be back on the market this spring for just the right buyer who will appreciate its history and simple elegance. Located at the corner of 800 River Road and Market Street, the structure...

From the Fire Department: What is a Hero?

Mar 16, 2023

I’m not a big fan of the word “hero.” I believe everyone is a hero to someone, most of the time. One of the definitions in the dictionary defines hero as one who shows great courage. Another is a person admired for achievements and noble qualities. During football,...

One Home’s History: 494 Bank Street

Dec 18, 2022

Written by VALENTINE J. BRKICH Years ago, I had the pleasure of gathering with several Beaverites at the home of Shirley Pow on Bank Street to chat about their personal histories of living here in our lovely little town. Two of these were Juergen and Ingrid Steinmetz,...

From the Police Department

Nov 18, 2022

The Beaver Police Department wants to remind residents to lock your vehicles and secure all personal belongings. One of the simplest ways to protect your car is to lock the doors and close the windows anytime you are not in the vehicle. Property crimes are often...

From the Beaver County Department of Sustainability

Nov 18, 2022

Holiday Suggestions Sustainability is the new buzz word these days and there are many ways to define this term. In most definitions, environmental awareness is one component that is used to describe the word. At its basic level, sustainability refers to the long-term...

Looking Back at Beaver’s Bicentennial Streetscape Project

Nov 18, 2022

Submitted by 2002 Bicentennial Streetscape Committee members Chuck Copeland and Mark Peluso, in grateful memory of the energetic commitment given to this initiative by Bob Smith, Dick Shaw, Dave Williams, and Jim Foster. PROJECT OVERVIEW For nearly two decades, Beaver...

The Beaver County Special Unit

Nov 18, 2022

The Beaver County Special Unit was formed by a group of veterans from Monaca Legion and Baden Legion in 1975. We are a Non-Profit NOT affiliated with the Beaver County government. In the beginning, there were two units of approximately twenty-five personnel. Today, we...