Category: News

Norfolk Southern CEO being investigated for potential ethical lapses

(Story written by Noah Haswell of Beaver County Radio, Published on September 10, 2024 at 11:38 A.M.)

(Atlanta, GA) Norfolk Southern has received criticism since the train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio in February of 2023, but now the company announced on Monday that its CEO, Alan Shaw, is being investigated for potential ethical lapses. Shaw was given the position in 2022, after being an employee there for decades. A spokesperson from Norfolk Southern did not give any comments on Monday about how bad the accusations were against Shaw, but his job is on the line as activist investor Ancora Holdings, who also did not speak on the issue Monday, has nominated several board members to try to change operations there. The board also said Sunday that an outside law firm was hired to indicate whether Shaw’s actions are not consistent with the company’s policies, and this could decide if he stays employed with Norfolk Southern, one of the six largest railroad companies in North America.  

Source for Photo: Norfolk Southern Railroad ceo Alan Shaw speaks during an interview Wednesday, June 21, 2023, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)

New locker program has been approved by the Pittsburgh Community Food Bank to make food more accessible

(Story written by Noah Haswell of Beaver County Radio, Published on September 10, 2024 at 11:35 A.M.)

(Pittsburgh, PA) A simpler way to provide food to those who need it has been approved by the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank. Their new locker program, which has forty lockers at the Center of Hope in Ambridge, contain QR codes to scan and then receive both shelf stable and frozen food. Sue Otto, the Center of Hope’s director comments that most of the food is given from the food bank. This new program is used by 20% of the families cared for by the Center of Hope and the food goes to a good cause to the families that need it the most. 

Pittsburgh Central Catholic High School closed for a day because of network issues

(Story written by Noah Haswell of Beaver County Radio on September 9, 2024 at 11:41 A.M.)

(Pittsburgh, PA) Pittsburgh Central Catholic High School closed on Monday, September 9, 2024, because of problems regarding their network. Principal Jack Wallace has claimed that there were issues with their network, which significantly affects other schools as well, and he says that the school is trying to get the issue fixed as soon as possible with the help of experts.

 

Red Barn Players presents show “Making God Laugh” to end their 69th summer theater season

(Story by Noah Haswell of Beaver County Radio, Published on September 9, 2024 at 11:38 a.m.)

(Franklin Township, PA) The theater company, The Red Barn Players, will be having their last show of their 69th summer theater season called “Making God Laugh.” The show follows a family experiencing their American dreams for over 30 years and realizing that they could take an unexpected turn. The short cast of six includes two actors from Beaver, one from Ellwood City, one from Zelienople, one from Bellevue, and one from North Lima, Ohio. Shows will take place at 7:30 p.m., on September 13th and 14th, 19th through the 21st, and 26th through the 28th at the Red Barn Theatre on Route 288 in Franklin Township. Tickets are priced at $16 and online reservations can be made at redbarnplayers.com. 

Commonwealth Court of Pennsylvania decided provisional ballots can be cast in the 2024 presidential election

(Story written by Noah Haswell of Beaver County Radio on September 9, 2024 at 11:38 A.M.)

(Harrisburg, PA) On Thursday, the Commonwealth Court of Pennsylvania decided that Pennsylvania voters can start casting provisional ballots instead of mail-in ballots. The panel, consisting of three members, based this decision on what happened after two provisional ballots in Butler County were counted despite ambiguous laws of the state during the primary election on April 23. These ballots were originally rejected because the two voters got an email which explained that they put a separate blank envelope in the ballot return envelope, and this development could get more voters involved as Pennsylvania could again decide the winner of the Presidential election between Former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris. 

FILE – An early election ballot completion area is being prepared at a collection location at the North Park Ice Skating Rink Lodge area, Friday, Oct. 9, 2020, in McCandless, Pa. Pennsylvania lawmakers plan to begin voting on legislation Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2023, to move up the state’s 2024 presidential primary date, although the dates under discussion may do little to give the state’s voters more say in deciding presidential nominees. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic, File)

Beaver County Chamber’s Monday Memo; 09/09/24

SportClips Ribbon Cutting

September 20, 2024 at 2:00 PM

You are invited to celebrate the grand opening of SportClips Chippewa the week of 9/15-9/21.

Come enjoy food and appearances from the local Chippewa police and fire department. Raffle ticket sales and $2 of every haircut will benefit the local Bogacki family. You can read more on their story here.

SportClips Chippewa

2580 Constitution Blvd

Beaver Falls, PA 15010
Are you ready for sweater weather and all things pumpkin?

Make sure you register for our Annual Fall Brunch before it sells out! Join us for a Brunch, Gift Basket Raffle, Complimentary Mimosas, Networking with members and vendor tables, & more!

Date: ???? September 26, 2024

Time: ???? 10AM – 1PM

Location:???? The Willows

Members: $35

Non-Members: $50

Interested in a Vendor Table for $25? Contact Molly Suehr at msuehr@bcchamber.com to reserve yours today.

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Mark your calendars for our 2024 Business of the Year Awards & Annual Meeting, where you will enjoy food stations, cocktails, networking, and music, on November 6th at 5 PM at The Club At Shadow Lakes.
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On Thursday, September 5th we joined Realty One Group for their Ribbon Cutting in New Brighton. What an enjoyable event hosted by our Chamber Member, filled with community leaders, clients, and fellow chamber members.

View all the photos here.
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Entrepreneurs Forever Virtual Summit

Sept. 17, 2024 9:00AM – 11:30AM

Get ready for the Entrepreneurs Forever Virtual Summit on Tuesday, September 17, from 9:00 to 11:30 a.m.! This jam-packed 2.5-hour event is designed to empower small business owners with the tools, insights, and connections they need to thrive. Join us for inspiring talks, hands-on workshops, and the chance to network with fellow entrepreneurs. Don’t miss out—reserve your spot today and take the next step in your business journey!

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Trunk or Treat: A Free Family Event

Oct. 29th 5PM – 7PM

Provident Charter School West

Enjoy a free family event on October 29, 2024! Trunk or Treat at Provident Charter School West, located at 200 Quigley Drive, Baden, PA 15005

Interested vendors click here.

New England Style Clambake

Oct. 5th 4PM – 9PM

Benefiting Monaca Community Development

Plan your fall and register today for this unique event! Brought to you by Trish’s Truffles, Monaca Brewing Co. & Monaca Borough.

Dinner, Live Music by The Hoot Owls, 50/50 & more!

For pricing, more details on what to expect, and to register click here.

YMCA Trunk or Treat

October 16th, 2024 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

This fall we are hosting a Trunk or Treat event in our back parking lot! We are looking for some vendors interested in participating by decorating your trunks and handing out candy or other goodies.

If interested, please download and complete the photo to the right and return to Janna by September 27.

DUQUESNE UNIVERSITY SBDC

First Steps in Beaver: November 13, 2024

Are you considering starting a business but do not know where to start? Are you wondering which business structure is right for your business?

Taking the initial step can be scary, but the Duquesne SBDC will help you create a strong business plan so you know the exact steps needed to create a strong business start-up!

All people will receive a Certificate of Completion with attendance to the workshop and checking off the sign-in sheet.

Date: November 13th 2024

Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Location: Beaver County Chamber of Commerce

Cost: Attend – $35.00/attendee

Register Here.

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Events Committee: This committee is responsible for working directly with Chamber staff to determine and plan programming and events for the year as well as reviewing the effectiveness of current events and programming. Committee members should help to further the Chamber’s strategies

by providing business community insights and ideas to staff to collaborate on strategies and events. In addition to this committee, subcommittees are established for each signature event – such as the

Annual Gala and Golf Outing to assist the staff directly in executing these larger events and include more members in the process.
Ambassador Committee: The goal of the Ambassador Committee is to create a welcoming experience for our new Chamber members and continue building relationships with our current members. If you enjoy meeting new people at events like ribbon cuttings, afterhours, and events throughout the year, please join us!

 

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New charges filed against suspect that attacked two Jewish students at the campus of the University of Pittsburgh

(Story written by Noah Haswell of Beaver County Radio, Published on September 6, 2024 at 9:50 A.M.)

(Pittsburgh, PA) New charges were filed against a man that attacked two students at the University of Pittsburgh campus last week. According to court documents, the suspect Jarrett Buba threw a glass bottle a day before the attack happened, and the two students informed Carnegie Mellon University police of the incident. Buba has since been taken into custody and is charged with both harrassment and aggravated assault.

Former doctor fired from UPMC Children’s Hospital after being charged with sex crimes

(Story written by Noah Haswell of Beaver County Radio, Published on September 6, 2024 at 9:26 A.M.)

(Pittsburgh, PA) A former doctor has been charged with child sex crimes and has been fired from the UPMC Children’s Hospital. According to the Department of Justice, 53-year-old Ashok Panigrahy is charged with transporting and possessing material depicting the sexual exploitation of a minor. Investigators claimed that child porn with children under the age of 12 was identified after agents searched his computer and IPhone. The firing of Panigrahy comes after UPMC officials put him on administrative leave after finding out about the incident. 

Remembering the 30th anniversary of the Hopewell USAirFlight 427 crash

(Story written by Noah Haswell of Beaver County Radio, Published on September 6, 2024 at 8:50 A.M.)

(Hopewell, PA) September 8, 2024 is the 30th anniversary of a plane that crashed in Hopewell as those residents remember an event that shocked their community in 1994. The USAirFlight 427, a Boeing 737 plane, was reported by a resident flying too low and caused an explosion. Experts believed that a rudder malfunction happened before the plane came towards the Pittsburgh runway. The flight started in Chicago, headed to Palm Beach, Florida, along with stopping by in Pittsburgh for a layover. The accident killed 132 people, and their memorial resides in Sewickley Cemetery. As people that witnessed the Hopewell USAirFlight 427 crash will remember these tragic events on Sunday, the crash is still considered the deadliest air disaster in the history of Pennsylvania.