Pope Francis calls for nations to overcome divisions in Christmas address as communities celebrate worldwide
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December 26, 2024

Pope Francis calls for nations to overcome divisions in Christmas address as communities celebrate worldwide

VATICAN CITY (AP) — Pope Francis in his traditional Christmas message on Wednesday urged “all people of all nations” to find courage during this Holy Year “to silence the sounds of arms and overcome divisions” plaguing the world, from the Middle East to Ukraine, Africa to Asia.

Monumental day in Monongahela
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Monumental day in Monongahela
September 14, 2026
City officials, friends and relatives unveiled a historical marker Saturday at Fourth and Main streets in downtown Monongahela to honor hometown NFL legends Fred Cox and Joe Montana. Shown, are Cox fa...
White Oak moving forward with comprehensive plan
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White Oak moving forward with comprehensive plan
By SARAH PELLIS spellis@yourmvi.com 
September 14, 2026
The survey received about 400 responses. Results of a survey about a multimunicipal comprehensive plan and zoning ordinance between White Oak and South Versailles were discussed during a recent public...
Storm causes flash flooding
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Storm causes flash flooding
September 14, 2026
Visitors at Kennywood Park shared videos of the tunnel entrance and exit flooded Saturday night. By the MVI Heavy rain and thunderstorms Saturday caused flash flooding, road closures and property dama...
Mon Valley Paws in the Park
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Mon Valley Paws in the Park
September 14, 2026
Mon Valley Paws hosted its annual Paws in the Park event on Saturday at the City Park walking track in Monessen.  Photos by Heather Hart / For the MVI
Fayette Gives campaign to benefit 107 nonprofits
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Fayette Gives campaign to benefit 107 nonprofits
By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter 
September 14, 2026
Since Fayette Gives began, the countywide day of giving has raised more than $3.1 million for nonprofits serving Fayette County. For one day in November, Fayette County residents will have a chance to...