Pope Francis is back home after a 5-week hospital stay

VATICAN CITY (AP) — A frail Pope Francis returned to the Vatican on Sunday after a fiveweek hospitalization for life-threatening double pneumonia, and he made a surprise stop at his favorite basilica on the way home before beginning two months of prescribed rest and recovery.

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Real ID Days

March 26, 2025

Real ID Days The cards will be offered April 7 at the Belle Vernon Driver License Center. A3 $ 1 50

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Goughnour wins big in special election

By MICHAEL RICHTER, mrichter@yourmvi.com

March 26, 2025

His victory restores a narrow edge for the Democrats in the Pennsylvania House. Democrat Dan Goughnour will fill the seat of the late state Rep. Matthew Gergely in the 35th Legislative District. The A...

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Marina owner raises reward for arson info

By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter

March 26, 2025

Sam McCrossin is offering $30,000 for any tips that lead to a conviction. The owner of a local marina that was set on fire in January is offering a substantial reward for anyone who comes forward with...

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Elizabeth Township veteran gets free roof replacement

By LADIMIR GARCIA lgarcia@yourmvi.com

March 26, 2025

It’s part of a nationwide program being offered by Owens Corning. Tuesday was a good day for an Elizabeth Township resident who received a new roof on his house thanks to a local roofing company. Robe...

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ELIZABETH BOROUGH

Changes to rental policy discussed

By SARAH PELLIS spellis@yourmvi.com

March 26, 2025

Occupancy permit fees may be reduced. Elizabeth Borough Code Enforcement Officer Rob Vitus provided an update at Tuesday’s council meeting. Vitus holds the same position for Elizabeth Township under a...

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THURSDAY

March 26, 2025

We’ll have coverage of Auberle’s 37th annual All Star Banquet in Thursday’s Mon Valley Independent.