Beaver, PA
Beaver, Pennsylvania
- Beaver is a borough in and the county seat of Beaver County, Pennsylvania, United States. It is located at the confluence of the Beaver and Ohio Rivers, approximately 30 miles northwest of Pittsburgh. As of the 2010 census, the borough population was 4,531. The borough is a Tree City USA community.
History[edit | edit source]
- Beaver was laid out in 1792 in an area that was originally part of the French and Indian War's disputed grounds. It was incorporated on March 27, 1800, and grew steadily in the 19th century as a regional center of commerce and industry.
Healthcare[edit | edit source]
- Beaver is home to several well-known healthcare facilities.
- Heritage Valley Beaver is a full-service, acute care hospital that offers a comprehensive range of medical, surgical and diagnostic services. The hospital is part of the Heritage Valley Health System, which serves residents in Beaver County and surrounding communities.
- Beaver County Behavioral Health (BCBH) is a community-based network of services for individuals suffering from mental health, substance abuse, and intellectual disabilities. BCBH provides a wide range of programs and services to help individuals improve their quality of life and achieve their personal recovery goals.
- Brighton Rehabilitation and Wellness Center is the largest skilled nursing facility in Beaver County. It offers a variety of services including short-term rehabilitation, long-term care, and specialized care for individuals with complex medical needs.
Education[edit | edit source]
- Beaver is served by the Beaver Area School District, which includes four schools: Dutch Ridge Elementary School, College Square Elementary School, Beaver Area Middle School, and Beaver Area High School.
Recreation[edit | edit source]
- The borough is home to several parks and recreational facilities, including the Beaver Riverfront Park, which offers walking trails, picnic areas, and a boat launch.
Notable people[edit | edit source]
- Several notable individuals hail from Beaver, including Matthew S. Quay, a U.S. Senator from Pennsylvania and Daniel Agnew, a Chief Justice of the Pennsylvania Supreme Court.
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