Valley voters weigh in on Trump’s victory

By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter

Donald Trump received about 74,000 more votes this year than the 3.37 million he garnered in his 2020 loss, according to unofficial results.

Donald Trump was elected as the 47th president of the United States on Wednesday after a highly contentious race to the White House.

He is the first person ever convicted of a felony to win the White House and also the first former president to regain power since 1892.

His win against Vice President Kamala Harris, the first woman of color to lead a major party...

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GE Vernova buys Rostraver warehouse

By LADIMIR GARCIA lgarcia@yourmvi.com

April 7, 2026

Township officials are uncertain about what the company plans to do with the property. GE Vernova, formerly part of General Electric, spent $70 million to purchase a distribution center in Rostraver l...

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Pa. could require paid family leave — if lawmakers can decide who bears the cost

By By JAXON WHITE Spotlight Pa

April 7, 2026

The concept has bipartisan support in both the House and Senate, but disagreement about cost remains a roadblock. HARRISBURG — There’s a real chance Pennsylvania lawmakers could begin requiring employ...

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CHARLEROI

Mowing costs eyed at vacant properties

By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter

April 7, 2026

It has become too time consuming for the street department to handle. With warmer weather arriving and grass-growing season already under way, Charleroi council is preparing to hire outside help to ke...

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Elizabeth Twp. addresses e-bikes

April 7, 2026

Safety and damage concerns have been expressed in the township. By SARAH PELLIS spellis@yourmvi.com E-bike and scooter safety was the main topic of conversation among Elizabeth Township commissioners ...

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WEDNESDAY

April 7, 2026

Find out what happens at the Monessen School Board in Wednesday’s Mon Valley Independent.

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April 7, 2026

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