A remote tribe is reeling from widespread illness and cancer. What role did the U.S. government play?

By By GABE STERN Associated Press

OWYHEE, Nev. (AP) — The family placed flowers by a pair of weathered cowboy boots, as people quietly gathered for the memorial of the soft-spoken tribal chairman who mentored teens in the boxing ring and teased his grandkids on tractor rides.

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PENN HIGHLANDS HOSTS ‘ALL-STAR EVENING’ CELEBRATION

September 23, 2024

Dr. Walter Cox of Monongahela, center, was honored as Physician Most Valuable Player at an “All-Star Evening” Saturday at the PennWest California Convocation Center. With him are Penn Highlands Health...

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Man hurt in fall from tree stand

By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter

September 23, 2024

A man was injured when he fell nearly 15 feet from a tree stand in Long Branch on Sunday evening. Roscoe Volunteer Fire Company Chief Larry Pollock said they received a call around 5:15 p.m. for a man...

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MVAA receives President’s Crystal Award from WCCF

By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter

September 23, 2024

The organization will use a $10,000 prize to support its new program to teach music to young people. The Mon Valley Academy for the Arts is the recipient of a prestigious award from the Washington Cou...

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Pa. Senate contest will have national implications

September 23, 2024

Incumbent Democrat Bob Casey is trying to fend off a challenge from Republican Dave McCormick. By KATIE MEYER Spotlight PA HARRISBURG — Voters in Pennsylvania will help determine the balance of power ...

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BVA to vote on PAES program

By LADIMIR GARCIA lgarcia@yourmvi.com

September 23, 2024

It enables students in the district to learn valuable work skills. The Belle Vernon Area school board is expected to vote on extending its Practical Assessment Exploration System program contract at t...

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White Oak to seek grant for next phase of walking trail

By SARAH PELLIS

September 23, 2024

Council also discussed a recent violation notice from the DEP. White Oak Engineer Robert Roach provided updates to council last week about filing for grants for the Heritage Hills Walking Trail projec...