East Palestine Train Derailment (Curtis Walsh) OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — A new federal rule finalized Monday aims to ensure first responders can find out what hazardous chemicals are on a train almost immediately after a derailment so they can respond appropriately. Too often in past disasters like last year’s fiery Norfolk Southern derailment in East Palestine, Ohio, firefighters…
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Cherryl Joy Cooper, 86, formerly of Beaver Falls, currently resided at Christian House Home Health and Assisted Living, East Palestine OH, passed away on Monday, June 3, 2024. Daughter of the late Edwin L. and Hilda C. (Joy) Kerns, she was born in Beaver Falls, on March 12, 1938. She spent many years in the…
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An EV charging station is seen Thursday, May 9, 2024, in San Antonio. Many Americans still aren’t sold on going electric for their next car purchase. High prices and a lack of easy-to-find charging stations are major sticking points, a new poll shows. (AP Photo/Eric Gay) WASHINGTON (AP) — Many Americans still aren’t sold on…
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Register TODAY for Speed Networking this Friday! Speed networking – it’s like speed dating, for business! Date: Friday, June 7, 2024 Time: 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM Location: Penn State Beaver FREE! This event is designed for Chamber members to accelerate business contacts while gathering together to exchange information. Participants will greet each other in a series of brief…
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Pittsburgh, PA – As a result of one of the largest environmental mitigation funds in Pennsylvania history, the Shapiro Administration, through an advisory board at the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) made up of environmental and community advocates, has recommended funding for 21 projects to benefit the environment, heath, and quality of life of the Beaver County…
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Arthur “Lloyd” Cline, 89, of Big Beaver Borough went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, May 7, 2024. He passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones. Arthur Cline, known to many as Lloyd, was a man of integrity, a man of good values, a man who was loved by many. He…
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HARRISBURG (May 2, 2024) – Comcast announced it has been selected by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, as part of the Broadband Infrastructure Program funded by the Capital Projects Fund (CPF), to expand its network across 158municipalities. The Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority awarded Comcast more than $61 million to bring gigabit plus speeds to homes and…
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Katharine Leah Womer Phillips, 71, of Pittsburgh, passed away while celebrating Holy Week at church, on May 1, 2024. Kathy is preceded in death by her parents, Kenneth and Helen Womer. She is survived by her loving husband of 37 years, Nazmy Phillips, children Maryisis and Mark (Melanie), beloved grand-dog Zaytoon, and her siblings Sarah…
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Danielle Smith – Keystone State News Service A new study raised red flags about respiratory health in Pennsylvania, particularly for those living near oil and gas activity. The study by GeoHealth said nationwide, oil and gas venting and flaring exacerbate asthma in 73,000 children, including nearly 12,000 in Pennsylvania. Jackson Zeiler, public health analyst for the Environmental Health…
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Dolly E. Shanholtz, 89, of Center Township, passed away peacefully at home, Thursday, March 28, 2024. Born February 6, 1935 in Center Township, she was a daughter of the late Henry Martin and Dora Braun Howells. In addition to her parents, Dolly was preceded in death by her first husband, Stephen M. Mattica, Sr.; second…
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