(AUGUST 15, 2023) Local McDonald’s restaurants across the tri-state area are looking to hire hundreds of part- and full-time restaurant employees this fall. Job seekers are encouraged to apply to a local McDonald’s restaurant today.

People make all the difference at a McDonald’s restaurant. They are at the heart of every McDonald’s restaurant– providing delicious, feel-good moments that bring out the best in people. And to bring out the best in them, people who work at McDonald’s restaurants have access to a host of benefits to meet them wherever they are in life. From flexible schedules and career advancement opportunities to employee meals and tuition assistance, a job at a McDonald’s restaurant can work for everyone.

“As local business owners, it is important for us to invest in the communities where we live and serve,” said Joe Nyanko, McDonald’s Owner/Operator and president of the local McDonald’s franchisee consortium. “We’re proud to promote a culture of care in our restaurants and provide meaningful employment and high school and college education programs to our crew and managers that can open the door to a brighter future.”

Through Archways to Opportunity, McDonald’s signature education and career advising program, crew and managers at participating restaurants can earn a high school diploma, take English as a Second Language classes, get tuition assistance and receive free guidance from advisors. McDonald’s also has partnerships with Colorado Technical University (CTU) and Western Governors University (WGU) as well as local community colleges, that allow restaurant employees to earn an associate’s or bachelor’s degree at little to no cost. So far this year, McDonald’s local Owner/Operators have given out more than $337,000 in tuition assistance at participating restaurants.

Flexible scheduling makes it easier for restaurant workers to manage and build a schedule that works for them. Employees at participating locations can go online to view their schedule, update availability, request time away and post shifts for replacement or swapping.

Job seekers can visit jobs.mchire.com to learn more and apply to a restaurant near them, or text ‘apply’ to 38000 to start an application via text.

CARNEGIE, PA — Today, Congressman Chris Deluzio (PA-17) released the following statement on the solemn two-year anniversary of Marc Fogel’s unjust detention in Russia. Mr. Fogel is a resident of Oakmont, PA and a constituent of Rep. Deluzio’s in Western Pennsylvania.

“My constituent Marc Fogel turned 62 recently, on July 28th. He’s a sports fanatic, especially a Pirates, Penguins, Steelers, and Pitt fan. He loves reading, World Cup Soccer, and Steely Dan.

“While he should be spending time with his loved ones in Western Pennsylvania celebrating, he is instead detained in a maximum-security forced labor camp in Russia.

“An international teacher for much of his life, and someone driven by service, Marc Fogel was detained in Moscow for possession of a small amount of medical marijuana, for which he had a medical prescription for chronic pain.

“That was on August 14^th, two years ago today. And it’s been a long two years since.

“Those years have been extremely tough for Marc and his family, and they are concerned that harsh conditions he’s living in right now could threaten his health.

“It is long past time to bring Marc home.

“In Congress, I’ve introduced a bill and a resolution, and I am working with Democrats and Republicans alike to share Marc’s story and to push the State Department to prioritize securing Fogel’s release, along with others Russia has wrongfully detained.

“On this dark day that marks two years of his Russian detention, I hope we can turn a corner and make progress in bringing home this beloved teacher, husband, son, and brother.

“No matter what, I will keep fighting to bring attention to Mr. Fogel’s case and to build the public and political support to bring him home.” 

(File Photo of Dale Reckless from MRS Physical Therapy during a recent appearance on Beaver County Radio) 

(Brighton Township, Pa.)  Dale Reckless from MRS Physical Therapy in Bridgewater will discuss unique programs offered at MRS Physical Therapy. Dale will have tips and treatments that he will share with host Eddy Crow and the listeners. Tune in to see Dale Reckless’  monthly appearance on Teleforum with Eddy Crow at 9:10 AM Wednesday, August 15th, 2023.

The phone lines will be open throughout the show to answer your questions about knee pain or any other ailment you made need advice about at 724-843-1888 and 724-774-1888.

The show is presented on all platforms of Beaver County Radio, on-air at 95.7 FM and 99.3 FM along with 1230 WBVP and1460 WMBA and on-line at beavercountyradio.com.

You can also click on the Facebook Logo below at show time to watch the show streaming live on the Beaver County Radio Facebook Page.

In the meantime before Wednesday’s show check out the latest MRS Physical /Therapy Newsletter at :http://mrsphysicaltherapy.com/

A resident of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania has been sentenced in federal court to 18 months of imprisonment, and ordered to forfeit $9 million in criminal proceeds and pay more than $77 million in restitution on his convictions for conspiring to pay illegal kickbacks related to laboratory tests, United States Attorney Eric G. Olshan announced today. Reddy previously pled guilty to three counts of conspiring to commit offenses against the United States and one count of offering and paying kickbacks in connection with a federal health care program.

United States District Judge William S. Stickman imposed the sentence on Ravitej Reddy, 56, of Pittsburgh, PA.

According to information presented to the court, Reddy used two Pittsburgh-area laboratories he owned and operated in the execution of three illegal kickbacks schemes. Reddy and others paid kickbacks to marketers in return for the marketers obtaining cheek swabs from Medicare beneficiaries to be used in laboratory testing. Reddy and others also paid kickbacks to ensure that telemedicine physicians provided prescriptions for laboratory testing for the swabs obtained by the
marketers. Reddy’s labs then billed for the performance of the tests. In all, Reddy and others caused a loss to the United States in excess of $60 million.

United States Attorney Olshan commended the Federal Bureau of Investigation for the
investigation leading to the successful prosecution of Reddy.

The United States Attorney’s Office’s efforts to combat healthcare fraud are frequently
made possible by tips from the community. To report suspected fraud, please contact the FBI’s healthcare fraud tipline at WDPAhealthcarefraud@fbi.gov, or the Department of Health and Human Services at 1-800-HHS-TIPS.

Harrisburg, PA – Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding called today for proposals for $500,000 in PA Farm Bill Agriculture & Youth Grants from organizations whose projects are aimed at preparing youth to succeed in Pennsylvania’s $132.5 billion agriculture industry.

“To meet increasingly complex challenges tied to climate and marketplace changes, and rapidly evolving technology, Pennsylvania’s agriculture employers need innovative problem-solvers,” Secretary Redding said. “The Shapiro Administration is committed to making sure young people have the freedom to choose their own paths, and the preparation to pursue the opportunities ahead of them. These grants feed the hungry minds of those who will feed us tomorrow.”

The commonsense, bi-partisan budget Governor Josh Shapiro signed earlier fully funds month funds a fifth year of Ag & Youth Grants through the PA Farm Bill. Since 2019, Ag & Youth Grants have invested $1.5 million in 157 projects statewide. More than $150 million in projects and initiatives to grow Pennsylvania’s agriculture industry have been funded through the PA Farm Bill to date.

The budget continues that momentum, investing another $13.8 million in the PA Farm Bill, continuing support for Pennsylvania’s Commission for Agriculture Education Excellence, and  supporting youth education and workforce development initiatives including the largest increase ever in basic K-12 education funding, expanded apprenticeships and career and technology training, and continued work to expand broadband internet access to allow students and employers in rural communities to compete.

PA Farm Bill Ag and Youth Grants provide direct funding of up to $7,500 and matching grants of up to $25,000 to support projects, programs, and equipment purchases by youth-run organizations, and those with programs that benefit youth or promote agriculture, community leadership, vocational training, and peer networking. Past funded projects include agriculture career seminars and field trips, agricultural safety training, capital projects, and equipment purchases aimed at leading students to opportunities in agriculture and building the future workforce Pennsylvania’s agriculture industry needs.

Grant applications must be submitted online through the PA Department of Community and Economic Development Electronic Single Application. Applications are due by 5:00 PM on September 29, 2023.

Full grant guidelines are published in the August 12 edition of the PA Bulletin.

(AP)- Kraft Heinz says CEO Miguel Patricio will become non-executive chair of its board at the start of the new year, with Carlos Abrams-Rivera stepping into the top spot at the food products company at that time.

Abrams-Rivera currently serves as executive vice president and president of the North America zone. He will take on the role of president of Kraft Heinz Co., effective immediately.

Patricio has served as CEO since 2019 and chair since last year.

“The transition from Miguel to Carlos reflects the board’s thoughtful succession planning and we are confident that the company will continue to accelerate growth with Carlos assuming the role of CEO,” Jack Pope, lead director of the board, said in a statement on Monday.

Gas prices are a penny cheaper in Western Pennsylvania this week at $3.893 per gallon, according to AAA East Central’s Gas Price Report.

This week’s average prices: Western Pennsylvania Average                          $3.893
Average price during the week of August 7, 2023                                             $3.909
Average price during the week of August 15, 2022                                           $4.317

The average price of unleaded self-serve gasoline in various areas:      

$3.991      Altoona
$3.788      Beaver
$3.770      Bradford
$3.932      Brookville
$3.919      Butler
$3.960      Clarion
$3.978      DuBois
$3.971      Erie
$3.885      Greensburg
$3.893      Indiana
$3.895      Jeannette
$3.911      Kittanning
$3.924      Latrobe
$3.931      Meadville
$3.999      Mercer
$3.747      New Castle
$3.873      New Kensington
$3.995      Oil City
$3.857      Pittsburgh
$3.610      Sharon
$3.846      Uniontown
$3.999      Warren
$3.870      Washington

Trend Analysis:

The national average for a gallon of gas is up three cents over the past week and is now at $3.85. This latest price increase comes after an uptick in gas demand and crude oil prices staying above $80 per barrel. Today’s national average is 29 cents more than a month ago but 10 cents less than a year ago.

According to new data from the Energy Information Administration (EIA), gas demand jumped from 8.84 to 9.30 million barrels per day last week. Meanwhile, total domestic gasoline stocks decreased from 219.1 to 216.4 million barrels. Higher demand, amid tighter supply, has helped to keep pump prices elevated.

At the close of Wednesday’s formal trading session, West Texas Intermediate increased by $1.48 to settle at $84.40. The price of oil has not been this high since mid-April 2023. Prices have increased amid market optimism that oil demand will be more robust than expected during this half of 2023 and into 2024. Additionally, the EIA reported that total domestic commercial crude inventories increased from 439.8 to 445.6 million barrels.

Motorists can find current gas prices nationwide, statewide, and countywide at gasprices.aaa.com.

FILE – Dave McCormick, a Republican candidate for U.S. Senate in Pennsylvania, meets with attendees during a campaign event in Coplay, Pa., Jan. 25, 2022. As Republicans aim to gain the one seat they need to retake the Senate in next year’s elections, McCormick is a top recruit. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke, File)

WASHINGTON (AP) — Former hedge fund CEO Dave McCormick often touts his deep connection to Pennsylvania as he lays the groundwork for another likely Senate run. McCormick says he lives in the state and points to his $2.8 million home in Pittsburgh. But public records and footage from home interviews with McCormick show the multimillionaire Republican spends much of his time living in Connecticut, where he rents a $16 million mansion on the coast. McCormick previously criticized Dr. Mehmet Oz because he said the 2022 Republican Senate nominee lacked ties to Pennsylvania. McCormick says he was raised in Pennsylvania, but plans to maintain a Connecticut residence while his daughters finish high school.