Residents in Monaca are being alerted after a bear was spotted in the community.
The black bear was spotted in the Beaver County community on Sunday in the Stone Quarry, Front Street area.
The Borough Manager alerted the PA Game Commission.
Residents are being advised to remove any food from vehicles, make sure garbage cans are secured and bring in any bird feeders, to eliminate easy access to food.
Most black bears are in the process of winter dormancy or preparing for it around Western PA.