Valley firefighters participate in ice/water rescue drill on Lake Somerset

Lake Somerset is completely frozen, but that didn’t stop emergency crews from getting in the water and training for ice emergencies Saturday. Firefighters from Charleroi and Donora were among about 80 first responders from Pittsburgh, Greensburg, Clearfield, Johnstown and Somerset who participated in the drill, hosted by the Somerset County Department of Emergency Services. Ellie, a Somerset County ice rescue K-9, also took part in the training on Saturday. Charleroi VFD photos

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Valley enjoys early taste of spring

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Jordan Sadler, 9, of Charleroi was enjoying the sunny and warm temperatures Monday evening as he rode his bike at the Charleroi Area School District campus. Jenn Codeluppi / Mon Valley Independent

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State lawmakers call for action as gas prices soar

By LADIMIR GARCIA lgarcia@yourmvi.com

March 10, 2026

Members of both parties are calling on Attorney General Dave Sunday to investigate the rapid rise. The U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran have led to a noticeable rise in gas prices across Pennsylvania, pro...

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Forward Township OKs resolution to stay eligible for blight help

By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter

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Supervisor Amy Cline said the township doesn’t have “clusters of blight,” but it’s still a concern. In a brief and cordial meeting Monday, Forward Township supervisors unanimously approved a resolutio...

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Snap to it: ‘The Addams Family’ is coming to West Mifflin

By SARAH PELLIS spellis@yourmvi.com

March 10, 2026

West Mifflin Area High School’s Theater Department will premiere “The Addams Family,” the school’s spring musical, on Thursday. West Mifflin Area High School will present a comical feast that embraces...

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White Oak council eyes effects of reassessment

By SARAH PELLIS spellis@yourmvi.com

March 10, 2026

Allegheny County hasn’t conducted a property tax reassessment since 2012. With a reassessment being considered in Allegheny County, White Oak council discussed the potential outcomes during Monday’s w...

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The dark — and unhealthy — side of idolization

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Over the last several years I have written about many different aspects of health and wellness. In today’s world, we are constantly given access to things at our fingertips, literally at the click of ...