(Photo Courtesy of the New Brighton Volunteer Fire Department)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Daugherty Township, PA) A fire occurred in a house in Daugherty Township yesterday morning which caused an unidentified woman to get flown to a hospital after she was rescued from that home. According to officials, the fire that occurred on Route 68 started in the center of that house yesterday morning. The New Brighton Volunteer Fire Department confirms that within one minute of discovering the woman that was unconscious in that house, them and the Daugherty Township Fire Department continued battling the fire. An air medical helicopter flew this woman to the hospital and the landing zone coverage was provided by the Rochester Fire Department. The woman was rescued from the home that caught on fire in Daugherty Township yesterday and the cause of this fire is unknown at this time.

(File Photo: Source for Photo: Israeli soldiers and rescue team search for survivors amid the rubble of residential buildings destroyed by an Iranian missile strike that killed several people, in Beersheba, Israel, on Tuesday, June 24, 2025. (AP Photo/Leo Correa)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Pittsburgh, PA) U.S. Senators John Fetterman and Dave McCormick sent letters to five universities in Pennsylvania to tell them to make sure that organizations on their campuses that are Jewish get what they need to protect the students that are served by those organizations. Fetterman and McCormick sent letters to the University of Pittsburgh, Penn State University, the University of Pennsylvania, Lehigh University and Temple University with this message on August 28th, 2025 because of a record number of anti-semitic incidents on campuses. These universities have the largest populations of Jewish students in the state of Pennsylvania. This message also comes prior to two years since the war between Hamas and Israel began, which was October 7th, 2023.

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PITTSBURGH–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Sep 3, 2025– PPG (NYSE: PPG) yesterday announced the publication of a white paper exploring the crucial role that passive fire protection (PFP) testing plays in preserving the structural integrity of steel when fires occur in commercial and industrial buildings.

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PPG issues white paper highlighting critical role of accurate fire testing in passive fire protection.

The white paper, Understanding Fire Testing Practices for Cellulosic Passive Fire Protection Systems: A Critical Component of Structural Safety, emphasizes that accurate fire testing and compliance with industry standards are essential to ensure the reliability of PFP coatings. Variations in application thickness, building loads and environmental conditions can significantly impact performance; since malfunctioning products could put lives at risk, verifiable and reproducible test results are paramount.

“With evolving regulations and increasingly complex building codes, it is imperative that PFP systems undergo rigorous, accurate standardized fire testing to help ensure reliable performance,” said Richard Mann, PPG global product manager, passive fire protection, Protective and Marine Coatings. “We are committed to providing superior fire protection solutions and adhering to internationally recognized testing processes to remain a trusted coatings partner in the field.”

Key topics covered in the white paper include:

• An overview of intumescent PFP coating technologies, including PPG STEELGUARD ® solutions
• Comparisons of fire testing standards (UL 263, ASTM E119, EN 13381-8, GB 14907)
• Testing protocols for restrained and unrestrained steel sections and assemblies
• The impact of system compatibility on fire protection performance, including the role of primers and topcoats
• Best practices to ensure compliance with the International Building Code (IBC) and other regulations

PPG utilizes in-house facilities, such as its dedicated UL-certified Global Fire Protection Technology Center and extensive third-party testing to develop products that meet and exceed global fire protection standards while also delivering operational advantages and appealing aesthetic finishes. The PPG PFP team has decades of experience working in the fire protection industry and extensive experience in structural engineering and fire engineering.

To download the white paper, click here. To learn more about PPG’s Protective and Marine Coatings business, visit ppgpmc.com.

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PITTSBURGH–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Sep 3, 2025– Armada Sunset Holdings announced yesterday that it will formally integrate Armada Supply Chain Solutions, Sunset Transportation and ATEC Logistics under the Armada brand in 2026 with Chris O’Brien, the current President of Armada Sunset Holdings, assuming the role of Chief Executive Officer of Armada effective Jan. 1, 2026. The consolidation is a strategic move to clarify market presence, streamline operations and carry forward the company’s evolution as a unified supply chain and logistics leader.

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Armada Sunset Holdings announced yesterday that it will formally integrate Armada Supply Chain Solutions, Sunset Transportation and ATEC Logistics under the Armada brand in 2026 with Chris O’Brien, the current President of Armada Sunset Holdings, assuming the role of Chief Executive Officer of Armada effective Jan. 1, 2026.

Joe Dominijanni, the current CEO of Armada Supply Chain Solutions, will become Vice Chair of the Board of Directors, while John Burke will continue serving as Chair of the Board. Burke, Dominijanni and O’Brien remain deeply committed to Armada’s long-term growth and direction.

The integration reflects close collaboration with the leadership of Sunset and ATEC, whose teams will play a central role in shaping the integration strategy. While the unified brand signals a new chapter, it will continue to honor the distinct legacy, capabilities and strengths of each company, bringing the best of each into an even stronger Armada.

“Sunset and ATEC each bring something powerful to the table, and we’re committed to honoring that,” said Burke. “This is about building something better together: one Armada, with a shared purpose and a clearer path forward.”

O’Brien brings more than 30 years of experience in global logistics, including a distinguished tenure at C.H. Robinson, where he led commercial strategy and scaled high-performing teams. Since joining Armada Sunset Holdings in early 2025, O’Brien has focused on aligning operations and establishing a foundation for long-term growth.

“Chris brings the right mix of commercial expertise, operational discipline and strategic vision,” Dominijanni said. “He’s earned the trust of our people and positioned the business for what’s next. I am confident he is the right person to lead Armada forward.”

This next chapter builds on one of Armada’s core values – Better Together – which has long defined the company’s collaborative culture. The integration marks not just a change in name, but a deepening of the partnerships, capabilities and teamwork that have powered Armada’s success to date. With a unified brand and aligned leadership, the organization is poised to scale faster and deliver greater impact.

Reflecting on the integration, O’Brien said, “I’m proud to lead the best team in the industry. We have a competitive advantage with service offerings across warehousing, inventory optimization, supply chain engineering, advanced supply chain visibility technology, international, and freight management. Bringing those services closer together will deliver even more value for our current and future customers and employees.”

Armada is committed to an intentional approach that maintains business continuity and supports employees and customers throughout the brand consolidation. Dominijanni added, “This transition represents a thoughtful evolution of our business. We’ve always believed in staying ahead of the curve – aligning our structure with our strategy. I look forward to supporting Chris and the leadership team as they guide Armada into its next phase.”

(File Photo: Source for Photo: Powerball play slips are seen Friday, Aug. 29, 2025, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/George Walker IV)

DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — The Powerball jackpot has jumped to an eye-popping $1.7 billion, after yet another drawing passed without a big winner Wednesday.

The numbers selected were: 3, 16, 29, 61 and 69, with the Powerball number being 22.

Since May 31, there have been 41 straight drawings without a big winner.

The next drawing will be Saturday night, with the prize expected to be the third-largest in U.S. lottery history.

Powerball’s terrible odds of 1 in 292.2 million are designed to generate big jackpots, with prizes becoming ever larger as they repeatedly roll over when no one wins. Lottery officials note that the odds are far better for the game’s many smaller prizes. There are three drawings each week.

The estimated $1.4 billion jackpot from Wednesday night’s drawing would have been for a winner who had opted to receive 30 payments over 29 years through an annuity. Winners almost always choose the game’s cash option, which would have been an estimated $634.3 million.

Powerball tickets cost $2 and the game is offered in 45 states plus Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

(File Photo of Road Construction Work Ahead Sign)

Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Allegheny County, PA) PennDOT District 11 announced that a long-term lane crossover is underway on Route 2040 (Curry Hollow Road) in West Mifflin and Pleasant Hills boroughs of Allegheny County. Traffic going westbound on Curry Hollow Road has been crossed over into the lanes going eastbound between Old Curry Hollow Road and Brownsville Road. Full-depth roadway replacement work will be conducted by crews as a single-lane of traffic will be maintained in each direction in the eastbound lanes there, which will stay in place through mid-November. The work being performed in the closed westbound lanes includes curbs, medians, subbase and new median barrier wall there. According to a release from PennDOT District 11, here is the detour for this work:

Posted Detour

Eastbound Curry Hollow Road to Keenan Drive

·       Continue eastbound on Curry Hollow Road past the closed intersection

·       Take the ramp to northbound Route 51 toward Pittsburgh

·       From northbound Route 51, take the ramp to Curry Hollow Road toward South Park

·       Follow westbound Curry Hollow Road back to Keenan Drive

·       End detour

Prohibited turns during this work are left-hand truns to Keenan Drive from Curry Hollow Road going eastbound. A “Local Traffic Only” lane will also be accessed by traffic going westbound to Curry Hollow Road and to residential areas between Keeport Drive and Brownsville Road.