Remembering K-9 Beny

By Mon Valley Independent

By TAYLOR BROWN

tbrown@yourmvi.com

Dozens of people filled the Monongahela Fire Hall Monday afternoon to say their goodbyes to their favorite dog, K-9 Officer Beny.

Beny was honored during a memorial service and an emotional “last call” ceremony Monday afternoon.

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