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April 15, 2025

CHURCH NEWS

Holy Week, observed from Palm Sunday through Easter, is the most significant week of the church year. Christians celebrate the great love and mercy of Jesus, as shown through his passion, death, and resurrection. There are numerous opportunities for the faithful to enter into the mystery of these holy days through liturgies celebrated by Catholic Diocese of Pittsburgh Bishop David Zubik at Saint Paul Cathedral, 5th Avenue and North Craig Street, Pittsburgh, as well as community events that he will host.

Measles cases top 500 in Pa. as outbreak continues
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Measles cases top 500 in Pa. as outbreak continues
September 3, 2026
The commonwealth likely has the second-most cases of any state. By JAMES ENGEL Trib LiveMore than 500 measles cases have now been confirmed in Pennsylvania so far this year, according to updated figur...
Monessen Middle/High School students will start classes remotely
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Monessen Middle/High School students will start classes remotely
September 3, 2026
Students in kindergarten through sixth grade will start school on Tuesday in person. By the MVI Students in kindergarten through sixth grade in the Monessen School District will return to in-person cl...
‘Paws at the Parkside’ to benefit Sable Kennel
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‘Paws at the Parkside’ to benefit Sable Kennel
By SARAH PELLIS spellis@yourmvi.com 
September 3, 2026
A cornhole tournament at Rich’s Parkside Den in Boston will raise money for the McKeesport-based kennel. A cornhole tournament will be held this weekend at a popular business along the Boston Trailhea...
3 victims identified in deadly boat, barge crash
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3 victims identified in deadly boat, barge crash
September 3, 2026
The boating incident has resulted in 4 fatalities. By MEGAN TROTTER TribLive Three of the boaters who died following a collision between a recreational passenger boat and a barge on the Monongahela Ri...
Clairton’s annual all-class reunion to feature Veterans Breakfast Club interviews
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Clairton’s annual all-class reunion to feature Veterans Breakfast Club interviews
September 3, 2026
Founded in Pittsburgh in 2008, the nonprofit is dedicated to bringing veterans, family members, and the public together in what it calls “communities of listening.” By THOMAS LETURGEY For the MVI This...