Business News
Is Meta Moving From the Valley of Silicon to the Valley of Steel? (We Report, You Decide)
Dina Powell McCormick’s return to Meta highlights the revolving door between politics, finance, and tech—and why Pennsylvania and places like Beaver County may matter more in the AI era.
Facebook on the Ohio? Mark Zuckerberg discovers Beaver County
Meta’s AI ambitions are linking up with Beaver Valley Nuclear Plant, turning a longtime Ohio River power station into a quiet backbone for data centers, algorithms, and the next phase of energy demand.
After the Last Edition: What Happens When The Post-Gazette Closes Shop
The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette announces a possible final edition in 2026, signaling a turning point for local journalism and what its loss could mean for the region.
Brace for Impact: Washington’s Rulebook Comes Back off the Shelf
Federal labor agencies are gearing up for action in 2026. Beaver County businesses face new NLRB, EEOC, OSHA, and Labor Department scrutiny—and preparation now will matter.
Beaver County’s Newest Neighbor: Ireland, Give or Take Seven Hours
A new nonstop Aer Lingus flight links Pittsburgh to Dublin, tightening economic, cultural, and business ties and bringing Ireland within a single overnight hop from Beaver County.
How Natural Gas Production in Pennsylvania and Ohio Is Shaping Beaver County’s Future
Beaver County’s natural gas boom drives jobs, taxes, and power—but also uncertainty and environmental debate—as the region weighs short-term growth against long-term stability.
Why Pittsburgh? Pittsburgh Tomorrow Panel Answers “Why Not?”
A reflective look at Pittsburgh’s quiet confidence, community spirit, and why newcomers stay—told through voices from a Pittsburgh Tomorrow panel on what makes the city work.
Beaver County and Pittsburgh: Co-Stars in the Super Bowl of Regional Resilience
Southwestern Pennsylvania’s future hinges on Pittsburgh and Beaver County moving together—one struggling, one rising, both shaping the region’s next economic chapter.
How Japan Accidentally Broke Bitcoin’s Bull Market
Bitcoin’s late-2025 plunge shows how Japan’s rate hikes and the unwinding yen carry trade can slam global liquidity, ETF flows, and crypto prices all at once.
Tenaris Expands Its Empire of Melted Chevrolets
Tenaris expands in Beaver County, acquiring a 39-acre scrap yard in Beaver Falls to strengthen its steel operations in Koppel, signaling renewed industrial growth in the region.
When the Sidewalk Becomes a War Zone
Electric bikes, scooters and other micromobility devices are transforming sidewalks, raising questions about pedestrian safety, rules and infrastructure.
The Jury List and the Voter Roll
Scott Presler compares Pennsylvania jury disqualification records with voter rolls to investigate possible non-citizen registrations and voting.
The Railroad to the Stars
SpaceX’s true advantage may be owning what its rockets deliver, echoing the railroad empires that profited from the commerce built along their routes.
The World’s Most Expensive Dinner Check
A look at Trump’s transactional foreign policy, tariffs, trade, alliances, and the effort to rebalance America’s costly role in the global order.
When the Sidewalk Can Fry an Egg, Maybe Skip the Walk
Protect dogs during summer heat with practical advice on cooling, hydration, grooming, safe exercise, hot pavement, and heat stroke warning signs.
The Biggest Thing to Happen to Beaver County Healthcare Since the Stethoscope
The AHN and Heritage Valley affiliation marks a new era for Beaver County healthcare. With a $285M investment, this partnership brings modernized care closer to home—proving that our best days are ahead.
When Your Drinking Water Starts Tasting Like the Bottom of a Canoe
Beaver County residents confront unpleasant-tasting tap water, treatment changes, filtration options, and the value of keeping a reliable drinking-water backup.
Young Washington: The Making of an American
A review of Young Washington, tracing George Washington’s formative failures, leadership, and early years in Western Pennsylvania.
The Eagle Has Flown
A reflection on Giant Eagle’s sale to Kroger, what Western Pennsylvania may gain, and what a region loses when a hometown headquarters leaves.
The AI Revolution Won’t Run on Algorithms. It Will Run on Electricians.
Beaver County’s AI future will depend on electricians, technicians, and skilled workers who build and operate the infrastructure behind data centers.