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Sister marrying man with significant debt
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December 27, 2024
SENSE AND SENSITIVITY

Sister marrying man with significant debt

DEAR HARRIETTE: My younger sister is getting married to a man with a significant number of financial issues, and I’m really worried about her future. He has $300,000 in combined credit card debt and student loans, and to make matters worse, he’s earning only $40,000 a year. Meanwhile, my sister is much more successful; she has no debt and a stable career and earns a six-figure salary. She’s worked hard to get where she is, and I’m proud of her, but I can’t help feeling like she’s stepping into a financial disaster by marrying this man. I fear that once they’re married, he’s going to rely on her not only to cover their bills, but also to pay off his debt. I know marriage is about partnership, and everyone comes with their own baggage, but this feels different. It seems like he’s bringing an overwhelming financial burden to the relationship, and I don’t think my sister fully understands the long-term implications of this. I’ve tried hinting at my concerns, but she brushes me off and says she loves him and they’ll figure it out. I don’t want to overstep or come across as judgmental, but I’m genuinely scared for her financial stability and independence. Should I say something more directly, or is it better to let her learn the hard way? — On the Plank DEAR ON THE PLANK: While your sister may not listen, please speak to her candidly.

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Crowd packs Chess Park as farmers market returns
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Crowd packs Chess Park as farmers market returns
By LADIMIR GARCIA lgarcia@yourmvi.com 
June 14, 2025
The popular event features food and other items for sale, along with live entertainment. Monongahela had a successful start to its summer farmers market Friday at Chess Park with produce, toys and oth...
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Trump clears path for Nippon Steel investment
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Trump clears path for Nippon Steel investment
June 14, 2025
His executive order mandates that the Japanese steelmaker must comply with a “national security agreement” in its dealings with U.S. Steel. WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump on Friday signed an...
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Ciss House of Hope feeding ministry today in White Oak
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Ciss House of Hope feeding ministry today in White Oak
By By COLETTE FUNCHES McKeesport Community Newsroom 
June 14, 2025
Althea “Ciss” Warman said no one is turned away. When Althea Warman and her three children, Jamey, George and Dominic Warman, and Jeb Stercula, open the doors of Ciss House of Hope Ministries, it is l...
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Sewer project portion of bridge repair is complete
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Sewer project portion of bridge repair is complete
By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter 
June 14, 2025
PennDOT can now begin structural work on the Center Avenue bridge. The Center Avenue bridge that connects Elizabeth to Forward Township is one step closer to being reopened, as far as Forward Township...
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Appeals court upholds decision to raze former Century III Mall
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Appeals court upholds decision to raze former Century III Mall
By By PAULA REED WARD TribLive 
June 14, 2025
A Pennsylvania appeals court Wednesday upheld West Mifflin’s decision to raze the former Century III Mall, a nuisance property whose demolition has been underway for more than a year. The owners of th...
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West Mifflin Area School District sued by employee
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West Mifflin Area School District sued by employee
By SARAH PELLIS spellis@yourmvi.com 
June 14, 2025
Sharna Baker alleges discrimination in her job assignments. A West Mifflin Area School District teacher, former principal and resident filed a federal civic action lawsuit against the school district....
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