Female suspect steals $180 voucher from Pittsburgh woman and uses it at the Rivers Casino in Pittsburgh after the female victim did not remove it after cashing out at a slot machine

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Pittsburgh, PA) Pennsylvania State Police at the Rivers Casino in Pittsburgh report that an unidentified female suspect used a voucher from an unidentified seventy-seven-year-old woman from Pittsburgh at the Rivers Casino in Pittsburgh on August 29th, 2025. This voucher was $180, and the female victim of this theft did not remove it after cashing out at the slot machine AE03-02 at the Rivers Casino in Pittsburgh. The female suspect was caught on surveillance with the stolen voucher and played it at some other slot machines and when security discovered her, she denied taking a voucher to security. According to police, the female suspect stated she lied due to being scared and she made restitution to security regarding the stolen $180 voucher.

Pittsburgh man trespasses into the Rivers Casino in Pittsburgh despite him not being licensed or priviledged to do so

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Pittsburgh, PA) Pennsylvania State Police at the Rivers Casino in Pittsburgh report that sixty-nine-year-old Willie Ray Dennis of Pittsburgh trespassed into the Rivers Casino in Pittsburgh on August 28th, 2025. According to police, Dennis was not licensed or privileged to enter the Rivers Casino in Pittsburgh and a notice of trespass was given to Dennis.

West Mifflin man arrested for trespassing into the Rivers Casino in Pittsburgh despite him having a ban from the Rivers Casino in Pittsburgh for life

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Pittsburgh, PA) Pennsylvania State Police at the Rivers Casino in Pittsburgh report that seventy-one-year-old James Samolovitch of West Mifflin got arrested for getting into the Rivers Casino in Pittsburgh on August 28th, 2025 when he had already been banned there for life. Charges against Samolovitch have been filed.

Robinson Township police officer fired because of charges he received for an alleged road rage attack in Robinson Township on July 2nd, 2025

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Robinson Township, PA) Robinson Township Solicitor Jack Cambest confirmed to KDKA yesterday that Steve Pies, who worked as a Robinson Township police officer, got fired last week. The reason that Pies got fired was because he got charged for being connected to an alleged road rage attack in Robinson Township on July 2nd, 2025. Pies accused Al Canella of cutting him off that day. Canella owns Al’s Texaco on Forest Grove Road Pies followed Canella on Forest Grove Road and got accused of breaking the ribs of Cannella and punching Cannella in the face. Pies allegedly had a confrontation with Cannella in a parking lot and said curse words to him and after allegedly punching Cannella in the face, Cannella became unconscious temporarily after he fell. Pies was also off-duty at the time of the attack. Pies received charges of a misdemeanor count of simple assault and a felony count of aggravated assault for his alleged crime. 

Man from Vero Beach, Florida arrested for possessing a false identification at the Rivers Casino in Pittsburgh

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Pittsburgh, PA) Pennsylvania State Police at the Rivers Casino in Pittsburgh report that twenty-year-old Jack Lamothe of Vero Beach, Florida was arrested for possessing a false identification at the Rivers Casino in Pittsburgh on August 29th, 2025. Lamothe showed a fake identification card to police to try to get into the Rivers Casino in Pittsburgh. According to police, a non-traffic citation was filed against Lamothe.

Coraopolis man gets arrested for disorderly conduct at the Rivers Casino in Pittsburgh

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Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News

(Pittsburgh, PA) Pennsylvania State Police at the Rivers Casino in Pittsburgh report that forty-two-year-old Robert Holloway of Coraopolis was arrested for disorderly conduct there on August 30th, 2025. Holloway got involved in an incident that day at the Rivers Casino in Pittsburgh when he tried to avoid the fee for parking there and got both disruptive and argumentative with security. Charges against Holloway were filed.

A woman gets flown to hospital after being rescued from a home in Daugherty Township that caught on fire

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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.

Senators John Fetterman and Dave McCormick send letters to five Pennsylvania universities to make sure their Jewish organizations are protected because of anti-semitic incidents on campuses

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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.

PPG underscores critical role of accurate fire testing in passive fire protection

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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.

Armada Sunset Holdings Announces Strategic Integration of Brands: Chris O’Brien to Become New CEO

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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.”