Business News
The Kids Are Alright (But The Beaver Valley Mall, Not So Much)
Dick’s Sporting Goods leaving Beaver Valley Mall highlights the decline of a once-central community space, raising questions about reinvestment, ownership, and whether the mall can avoid becoming a cautionary tale.
Did 72 Steel Turn Into 404 Steel?
A critical look at the stalled 72 Steel project in Aliquippa, examining broken promises, slow progress, and the gap between development hype and reality.
Why Your Apple iPhone Is About To Get A Whole Lot Smarter
Apple’s iPhone may soon evolve into an AI-powered assistant that performs tasks, reshaping how users interact with technology and everyday services
Keystone Bakery: The Factory That Fed a County
A detailed history of Keystone Bakery, a Bridgewater institution that fed Beaver County for 126 years before its closure in 1985, leaving a lasting community legacy.
The Draft Comes Home (And So Do Half a Million of Our Closest Friends)
Beaver County prepares to host overflow crowds for the 2026 NFL Draft, turning hotels, restaurants, and local businesses into key players in a major regional economic boost.
The Shuttle That Doesn’t Need a Driver (But Might Still Need Directions)
Pittsburgh Airport’s move to driverless shuttles signals a shift toward automation—raising questions about cost, convenience, and what’s lost when human know-how is replaced by algorithms.
The Annual Migration of the Beaver County Fish Sandwich
A lighthearted guide to Beaver County’s Lenten fish fry tradition, exploring the faith, culture, and community behind the region’s beloved Friday fish sandwiches.
The Peptide Age Comes to the Gym (But Not the Jobsite)
A look at the rising peptide craze in Silicon Valley, where DIY biochemistry promises health and performance gains—contrasted with Beaver County’s traditional formula of work, sleep, and discipline.
Why Scrap Is Suddenly Worth Its Weight in Steel
Tenaris invests $13.3M in a Beaver Falls scrapyard to supply its Koppel electric arc furnace, highlighting how recycled steel is fueling the region’s modern manufacturing revival.
Things Are Looking Up (Or Is It Down?) For Western Pennsylvania Energy Firms
Western Pennsylvania’s energy industry is on a roller-coaster as coal demand rises with AI power needs and natural gas exports grow, putting the region at the center of global energy markets.
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.
Monaca’s Secret Economic Development Strategy: Keep Showing Up
Monaca’s streetscape project offers a practical bet on downtown revival, private investment, and steady local economic development.
Trucking My Blues Away: Why the Future of Beaver County Is Riding on a Flatbed Truck
Busy flatbed trucks signal a manufacturing revival as AI-driven infrastructure, energy investment, and industrial growth reshape Beaver County and America’s heartland.
Beaver County Gets a $15 Million Pipe Dream — And 130 Jobs To Go With It
McCarl’s LLC is investing $15 million in a new Beaver County facility, creating 130 jobs and signaling renewed strength in Western Pennsylvania manufacturing.
The Short, Unhappy Life of Spirit Airlines—And What It Means for Beaver County
A sharp look at the collapse of Spirit Airlines and its economic impact on Beaver County, Pittsburgh travel, and Arnold Palmer Regional Airport.