What’s next for Trump agenda after House GOP approves tax breaks and slashed spending

WASHINGTON (AP) — Now that House Republicans have passed an ambitious budget blueprint for President Donald Trump’s agenda, it’s time for the hard work of turning ideas for $4.5 trillion in tax cuts and $2 trillion of slashed spending into a bill that lawmakers warn could bring intense changes to Americans back home.

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Leopards advance in PIAA tournament

March 9, 2026

Belle Vernon freshman Lyla McConnell (3) leaps into the arms of teammate Saylor Lee as the Leopards claimed the second state playoff victory in program history with a 58-46 win Saturday at Clearfield....

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McKeesport firefighters respond to house fire

By LADIMIR GARCIA lgarcia@yourmvi.com

March 9, 2026

The McKeesport Fire Department responded to a fire Sunday, rescuing two cats in the process. According to McKeesport Deputy Fire Chief Geno Esken, the department responded to the fire around 11:55 a.m...

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Funds secured for local communities

By LADIMIR GARCIA lgarcia@yourmvi.com

March 9, 2026

The money will go toward public safety, infrastructure and parks and recreation projects. State Sen. Pisciottano, D-West Mifflin, announced last week that he and other local state lawmakers helped sec...

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Drug plan middlemen are facing new oversight push as Pa. pharmacies close

March 9, 2026

The new proposal would also ban ownership of pharmacy licenses by corporate middlemen accused of driving pharmacy closures. By ED MAHON Spotlight PA HARRISBURG — Some Pennsylvania lawmakers want to gi...

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Semi-pro team asks to use Monessen’s football stadium

By SARAH PELLIS spellis@yourmvi.com

March 9, 2026

The PA Dawgz would host four games in May & June. Representatives of PA Dawgz Football are seeking permission to use Monessen City School District’s stadium for football games. The semi-professional f...

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Workshop series offered for local entrepreneurs and nonprofit leaders

By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter

March 9, 2026

The three-part series is being presented by the cfsbank Business Resource Center. Local entrepreneurs and nonprofit leaders looking to sharpen their skills and grow their organizations will have a new...