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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Ambridge, PA) A box truck slammed through the side of a business in Ambridge today.

According to dispatchers, the crash happened around 6:45 a.m. at the Ambridge Regional Distribution and Manufacturing Center along Duss Avenue.

Photos from the scene of the accident show heavy damage to the building and the truck.

Harmony Township police confirmed that the truck’s driver was traveling down the hill when he said that he lost his brakes, honking his horn to warn others.

The truck went through the wall of the business, which left behind a trail of debris.

Two people were taken to the hospital as a result of this crash.

Pennsylvania State Police troopers are expected to be conducting a complete inspection to determine what led up to this crash.

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Columbiana, OH) US military veterans, as well as first responders and adults that are 65 years old or older can enjoy entry worth $10 every Sunday night to the Columbiana Area Tourism Bureau’s (CATB) Joy of Christmas Light Show 2026 at Harvey S. Firestone Recreational Park in Columbiana, Ohio.

The event will also feature the following activities/events that are designed to bring joy to children of all ages:

• Friday, Nov. 20: Opening Night + Walk-It Night + Hayride ($5) + Media Night (no cars) + Columbiana Christmas Parade (JOC opens immediately after the parade)
• Every Sunday: $10 entry for first responders, veterans & seniors 65yo+ (please provide ID)
• Tuesday, Dec. 1: Twas the Night Before 5k: CLOSED TO PUBLIC (lights on for private event)
  • To register: https://bit.ly/TwasTheNightBefore5k2026 (click here)
• Wednesday, Dec. 2: Santa’s Special Night: CLOSED TO PUBLIC (lights on for private event)
  • To register: https://bit.ly/SantasSpecialNight2026 (click here.)
• Friday, Dec 4: Story Time with Chief Entertainment Elf Carrie (Gingerbread House)
• Friday, Dec 11: Story Time with Chief Entertainment Elf Carrie (Gingerbread House)
• Wednesday, Dec. 16: Walk-It Night + Hayride: $5 entry; leashed dogs permitted (no cars)*
• Friday, Dec 19: Story Time with Chief Entertainment Elf Carrie (Gingerbread House)
• Wednesday, Dec. 23: LAST NIGHT for Mr. & Mrs. Claus!
• Thursday, Dec. 24 – Sunday, Dec. 27: LIGHTS ONLY (Gingerbread House & Ice Castle CLOSED)
• Friday, Dec. 25: LIGHT SHOW CLOSED for holiday!
• Sunday, Dec 27: Walk-It Night: $5 entry; Ice Castle & Gingerbread House closed (no cars)

JOC 2026 is in its 18th year and it is hosted by and benefits the Columbiana Area Tourism Bureau, which supports maintenance of Harvey S. Firestone Recreational Park, as well as other activities and events that are in Columbiana, Ohio.

The costs can be found below:

• $20 vehicle
• $40 season pass
• $10 Sunday Nights for Veterans, First Responders + Seniors (adults 65 yrs.+) ONLY
• $5 Walk It Nights on Nov. 20, Dec. 16, Dec. 27 ONLY*
• *Walk It Nights are subject to weather; no cars permitted as guests stroll by foot through the displays; leashed well-mannered dogs welcome (humans are responsible for cleaning up their animals)

In addition to the drive-thru displays, JOC 2026 offers the Gingerbread House and Ice Castle indoor activities, which include

• $1 concessions benefiting local nonprofit and civic organizations; indoor train display (Ice Castle)
• Story Time with Mrs. Claus (only Thursdays, Sundays & select special event nights; Ice Castle)
• Photos with Santa (nominal fee; Ice Castle)
• Story Time with CEE Carrie (Dec. 4., Dec. 11, Dec. 19 only; Gingerbread House)
• “I Spy”, reindeer food, letters to Santa, other children’s activities (Gingerbread House)
• Gingerbread display featuring student & professional designs (Gingerbread House)

For more information on this event, call 330-482-2282 or visit www.TourColumbianaOhio.org (click here.), or follow them on Facebook at @ColumbianaTourismBureau and Joy of Christmas 2026 (Columbiana OH) (click here.)

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Johnstown, PA) PennDOT Secretary Mike Carroll announced today that the second daily roundtrip Pennsylvanian train service will begin service on November 18th, after close collaboration with Amtrak and Norfolk Southern.

Tickets for this train will be available this week, which doubles the service on the 444-mile route between Pittsburgh and New York via Harrisburg, Philadelphia, and stops that are in between.  

The Shapiro Administration has invested over $80 million into the rail expansion, with construction either already underway or finished.

Service expansion will give more Pennsylvanians access to modern, safe, reliable passenger rail service that gets them where they need to go; therefore, connecting Pennsylvania communities and bringing jobs, economic development, and infrastructure investment with it.

Tickets for the second daily Pennsylvanian will be available this week on Amtrak’s website (click here) and Amtrak’s mobile app.

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Canonsburg, PA) Tomorrow (October 7th) marks National Energy Efficiency Day, and Columbia Gas of Pennsylvania is reminding customers that they can enjoy energy savings during the upcoming months that are colder by taking advantage of the company’s energy-efficiency programs and following easy energy-saving tips for their homes.

The company’s WarmWise^® energy efficiency programs offer customers some solutions to increase the energy efficiency in their homes, as well as reduce energy consumption and save money on their bills for natural gas. According to a release from Columbia Gas, here is more information about the WarmWise offerings and some tips for energy-efficiency:

• WarmWise Low Income Usage Reduction Program (LIURP) – LIURP is a weatherization program that helps income-eligible customers identify ways to save energy and money and make needed improvements – for free. It’s designed for customers who need to reduce their natural gas usage but can’t afford to make improvements.
• WarmWise Audits & Rebates – If customers are income-eligible and do not qualify for WarmWise LIURP, they can get a free home energy audit, an energy efficiency plan, and instant rebates toward installation of recommended energy-efficiency measures, such as insulation, air sealing, gas water tank, or smart thermostats. Audits are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
• WarmWise Online Energy Audit & Kit Program – All customers, regardless of income, can complete our free online home energy audit for personalized recommendations on how to reduce their home’s energy usage and to save money. Customers may be eligible to receive free energy efficiency kits to kick start their savings, simply by completing the audit.
• WarmWise Energy Efficiency Rebates Program – Most customers can get cash back when they upgrade to any ENERGY STAR^® certified smart thermostat or qualifying ENERGY STAR® certified furnace, boiler, combi boiler, boiler reset controls installed on existing systems, natural gas-fired heat pump, tankless water heater, high efficiency direct vent gas fireplace inserts, or insulation and air sealing. Customers can apply for rebates online or via the mail.

Customers also may save even more by following these practical energy-efficiency tips for their homes:

1. Maintain your furnace: Schedule an annual furnace tune-up, ideally before the first cold weather arrives. A licensed HVAC technician can make sure your furnace is clean and safe before its season-long workout. Remember to change filters following the manufacturer’s guidelines.
2. Adjust the thermostat: Save energy on cooler days by setting the thermostat to around 68 degrees Fahrenheit while you are awake and setting it lower while you are asleep or away from home. Programmable thermostats can help you schedule temperature adjustments. Leave your curtains and blinds open on sunny days to use natural light as a source of heat during the day.
3. Save on water: Do not set your water heater temperature higher than 120 degrees to help save energy and avoid scalding. When using the dishwasher, opt for the short cycle and turn off the drying cycle when possible.
4. Seal cracks and leaks: According to the U.S. Department of Energy, fixing leaks around the house can reduce energy expenses by five to 30 percent. Spending a day caulking or weatherstripping your windows and doors will help seal air leaks, which may be significant energy drains.

Columbia Gas also offers assistance programs (click here) that provide flexible payment options, budget plans and income-eligible financial support. To find out more about the resources available to help customers manage their energy bills and pay down past due balances, call us at 1-888-460-4332 or visit columbiagaspa.com/assistance (click here.)

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Pittsburgh, PA) United States Attorney Troy Rivetti announced today that a resident of Valencia, in Butler County, Pennsylvania, has been indicted by a federal grand jury in Pittsburgh on a charge of receiving a firearm and ammunition, knowing or
having reasonable cause to believe that the firearm and ammunition would be used to commit a felony or a Federal crime of terrorism, including providing, attempting to provide, and conspiring to provide material support or resources to a designated Foreign Terrorist Organization (FTO).

The one-count Indictment named twenty-one-year-old Jonathan Hunter Kramer as the sole defendant.

According to the Indictment, on or about September 12th, 2026, in the Western District of Pennsylvania, Kramer knowingly received a semiautomatic rifle, .223 caliber ammunition, and 5.56 caliber ammunition, knowing and having reasonable cause to believe that the firearm and ammunition would be used to commit a felony or a Federal crime of terrorism, including providing, attempting to provide and conspiring to provide material support and resources to the Islamic State of Iraq and al-Sham (ISIS), a designated FTO.

As alleged in the affidavit that was filed in support of the complaint, Kramer had been using the online persona of “Hamza Al Rashid” who claimed affiliation with ISIS, as well as offering to share explosive manuals with others, and just a few days before September 12th, expressing his intent to prepare for his “mission” and that he was only missing a “weapon.”

Kramer could face a maximum total sentence of up to 15 years in jail, a fine of up to $250,000, or both, provided by the law.

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Susquehanna, PA) FEMA will evaluate the readiness through a Biennial Radiological Emergency Preparedness Exercise at the Susquehanna Steam Electric Station.

This exercise will occur during the week of October 19th, 2026, so it can assess and improve the ability of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to respond to an emergency at that nuclear facility. 

FEMA will send its evaluation to the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) for use in licensing decisions within 90 days.

The final report will be available to the public approximately 120 days after this exercise. 

FEMA will present preliminary findings of this exercise during a public meeting at 10 a.m. Eastern Time on Friday, October 23rd.

Planned speakers include representatives from both FEMA and the Nuclear Regulatory Commission. This meeting will take place in-person at the location below:
  

Courtyard by Marriott Wilkes-Barre Arena
879 Schechter Drive
Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania
  

FEMA may request that questions or comments be submitted in writing for review and response at the public meeting. Written comments may also be submitted after the meeting by emailing FEMAR3NewsDesk@fema.dhs.gov or by mail by sending to:

Andre C. McCoy, Regional Administrator
FEMA Region 3
615 Chestnut Street, 6th Floor
Philadelphia, PA  19106
  

FEMA created the Radiological Emergency Preparedness Program to ensure that the residents that are living near commercial nuclear power plants would be adequately protected in the event of a nuclear power plant accident.

This program also assists in informing and educating the public about radiological emergency preparedness.