Large GOP governor’s field puts nomination ‘up for grabs’

By Kevin Iacovangelo

HARRISBURG (AP) — The big field of Republicans running for governor of Pennsylvania is increasingly unsettled, with more candidates joining it, few leading party figures picking favorites and persistent talk that one of the most senior state Republican lawmakers may run.

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Local vendors on display as Mon Valley Home Show opens Friday

By LADIMIR GARCIA lgarcia@yourmvi.com

April 8, 2026

There’s a $5 entry fee, but some businesses are offering free passes. The Mon Valley Home Show, a century-old staple in the region, will continue its tradition of offering homeowners a place to find a...

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Carroll Township supervisors asked to help stop speeding

By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter

April 8, 2026

Residents cited problems in the Craven Hill area and on part of Gearing Road. Speeding drivers barreling through Carroll Township neighborhoods have left residents frustrated and afraid, prompting res...

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Sekely, Eagles cruise past Charleroi

By By LIAM BELAN lbelan@yourmvi.com

April 8, 2026

South Park’s Sydney Sekely allowed only three hits and struck out 13 in a complete game Tuesday. It was going to be a tall task for the Charleroi softball team when it traveled to South Park for Secti...

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Elizabeth Township home damaged by fire

By SARAH PELLIS spellis@yourmvi.com

April 8, 2026

The residents weren’t home at the time of the blaze, but a dog died of smoke inhalation. A house fire occurred Tuesday morning in the Blythedale section of Elizabeth Township. Elizabeth Township Fire ...

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Elizabeth Forward to stage epic musical, ‘The Prince of Egypt’

By SARAH PELLIS spellis@yourmvi.com

April 8, 2026

“The Prince of Egypt: The Musical,” follows the life of Moses, the prince of Egypt, to his leading the children of Israel out of Egypt. Elizabeth Forward High School students will go on a journey to a...