Business News
Meijer Moves In: What It Means for Beaver County
Meijer is bringing its first Pittsburgh-area store to Cranberry Township, signaling a retail shift that could boost Beaver County with new jobs, development, and regional growth opportunities.
Halloween Town Art Bazaar to Haunt Beaver with Art, Music, and Makers
Beaver’s HalloweenTown Art Bazaar transforms Georgetown Lane into a haunted art celebration on October 18, blending spooky creativity, live music, and local makers for a night of costumes, tacos, and community spirit.
Power Lines and Lifelines: Why BeaverCounty May Outpace Pittsburgh’s Suburbs
Beaver County’s mill towns may have been built by the furnace—but they’re being saved by the grid. From Mitsubishi’s $86 million expansion to the rebirth of Bruce Mansfield and Shell Polymers’ massive plant, the county is quietly powering a 21st-century industrial revival—one built not on nostalgia, but on endurance, infrastructure, and steady reinvention.
Tariffs, Tenaris, and the Koppel Mill’s $85 Million Bet
Tenaris’s $85 million investment in Koppel modernizes a century-old steel mill with cleaner air technology, backed by tariffs securing local jobs.
Beaver County’s Underground Railroad Legacy
New Brighton’s Underground Railroad walking tour uncovers hidden safe houses, powerful abolitionist voices, and the community heroes who sheltered freedom seekers.
A Column for the Exhausted
A candid reflection on politics, democracy, and resilience—reminding us that disagreement isn’t destruction and history proves we’ll be okay.
Did George Washington Sleep At FortMcIntosh?
Step back to 1778 at Fort McIntosh Day in Beaver, with cannon fire, colonial crafts, and history where the U.S. Army was born.
Steel to Circuits: Robotics and Beaver County’s Future
Beaver County’s future lies in embracing robotics and AI to reinvent its economy. With local programs at CCBC and regional partners, the county is transforming from a steel-centric past to a tech-driven future.
Promises, Pipelines, and Pierogies
From new energy policies and tariffs to tax cuts and immigration, a Trump administration could bring both benefits and risks to Beaver County’s economy.
My Labor Day Message to the People of Beaver County
Beaver County’s strength lies in its hardworking people—building businesses, raising families, and shaping a community worth celebrating.
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.