Fire risk and strong winds continue in Southern California with potential rain on the horizon

By ByCHRISTOPHERWEBER Associated Press

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Parched Southern California was forecast to face more dangerous winds on Wednesday but could get some badly needed rain this weekend, dampening the prospects of another round of deadly wildfires though even a small amount of precipitation could create new challenges like toxic ash runoff.

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LENTEN FISH FRY AT EPIPHANY OF OUR LORD

March 14, 2026

Volunteers gather behind the bake sale table during the weekly Lenten fish fry at Epiphany of Our Lord Catholic Church in Monessen. The parish hosts the event from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. every Friday, serv...

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Fire strikes Glassport home

By SARAH PELLIS spellis@yourmvi.com

March 14, 2026

High winds caused flames to spread to two other nearby structures. Firefighters battled heavy flames and smoke at a Glassport home Friday morning. The fire originated at 802 Ohio Ave., and winds cause...

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High winds knock out power, topple trees

By SARAH PELLIS spellis@yourmvi.com

March 14, 2026

All of Southwestern Pa. was affected by strong wind gusts Friday night. Numerous trees and power lines were knocked down in the Mon Valley and across the greater Pittsburgh region Friday evening becau...

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$5M grant eyed for EFHS improvements

By SARAH PELLIS spellis@yourmvi.com

March 14, 2026

School board members received an update on construction. Elizabeth Forward School District will seek a $5 million Public School Facility Improvement Grant to be used for upgrades at the high school. T...

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Elementary center in Donora needs roof repairs

By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter

March 14, 2026

Council also approved fees for park rentals. From park rental fees to street event signage, Donora council addressed several operational matters during Thursday’s meeting. Among the items on the agend...

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Residents escape West Mifflin fire

By SARAH PELLIS spellis@yourmvi.com

March 14, 2026

Two people were able to get out of the Sylvan Avenue home without injuries. Two people escaped a fire that broke out at a West Mifflin property early Friday morning. Firefighters responded to a fire a...