Francis remembered as ‘pope of the people’

By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter

The Vatican reported his death Monday morning, sparking glowing tributes from Catholics and those of other faiths.

Bells echoed at Catholic churches around the world Monday to honor the memory of Pope Francis.

The Vatican announced that the 88-year-old pontiff died early Monday morning after suffering a stroke that put him into a coma and led to heart failure.

His death came the day after Christians celebrated Easter, the highest holiday of faith.

Francis, who suffered from chronic lung disease and ...

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Local baseball, softball fans flock to Norwin

May 16, 2025

Mon Valley fans showed up to support their schools as the Monessen and Charleroi Area softball teams and the California Area baseball team all played Thursday at Norwin. In front are Ethan Hartley, Ga...

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Memorial unveiled for law enforcement officers

May 16, 2025

The monument honors 28 Westmoreland County officers who were killed in the line of duty. By RENATTA SIGNORINI TribLive The absence of Trooper Michael Paul Stewart III is felt on a daily basis, said hi...

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Taxes up 2.67% in West Mifflin Area budget

By LADIMIR GARCIA lgarcia@yourmvi.com

May 16, 2025

School board members pledged to keep working on the spending plan before a final vote is taken. After some debate and a lengthy meeting, the West Mifflin Area school board approved a budget proposal T...

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Fourth straight tax increase approved

By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter

May 16, 2025

Directors said the rising costs of charter schools made it necessary. Property owners in the Charleroi Area School District will see a slight increase in their taxes for the fourth consecutive year. I...

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$2,000 donation will cover costs of pavilion project

By SARAH PELLIS spellis@yourmvi.com

May 16, 2025

The Mon Yough Trail Council paid for the repairs because the structures are along the Great Allegheny Passage. Members of the Mon Yough Trail Council presented a $2,000 check on Thursday to Elizabeth ...

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West Mifflin mayor faces challenger in primary

By SARAH PELLIS spellis@yourmvi.com

May 16, 2025

Chris Kelly has held the office for 16 years. West Mifflin Mayor Chris Kelly is being challenged by fellow Democrat Dale R. Pavlik in Tuesday’s primary election. The Mon Valley Independent contacted e...