Pirates reach .500, but need more offense

By By JEFF OLIVER MVI Sports

It’s not very often this statement can be made: In light of the fact that just about the only thing hotter than the weather is the Pittsburgh Pirates, here’s some food for thought …

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Charleroi to vote on new snow removal ordinance

By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter

March 5, 2026

The proposed ordinance is similar to other rules developed by neighboring municipalities. Charleroi Borough is preparing to adopt a new ordinance establishing requirements, enforcement measures and po...

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SPECIAL STORY TIME GUESTS

March 5, 2026

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$30M student teacher stipend is helping ease Pa.’s educator shortage

By By KATIE MEYER Spotlight PA

March 5, 2026

Still, experts say teacher turnover remains a major issue across Pennsylvania, especially in lower-wealth urban and rural districts. Spotlight PA is an independent, nonpartisan, and nonprofit newsroom...

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FRIDAY

March 5, 2026

Find out what happens at the McKeesport Area School Board meeting in tomorrow’s MVI.

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March 5, 2026

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McKeesport first responders honored for high-rise fire rescue

By LADIMIR GARCIA lgarcia@yourmvi.com

March 5, 2026

Several residents were rescued from the Midtown Plaza Apartments after a trash chute caught fire in October. Several McKeesport first responders were commended Wednesday for their outstanding efforts ...