World’s best in for ‘exhausting’ test at U.S. Open at Oakmont C.C.

By By BILL HARTLEP TribLive

The best golfers in the world will test themselves at the 125th U.S. Open next month at Oakmont Country Club, but it likely will be the iconic course that is the star of the show.

Lightning-fast greens, punishing rough and a plethora of bunkers await the likes of Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy and defending U.S. Open champion Bryson DeChambeau, and if USGA and Oakmont officials have their way, it will be among the most challenging tournaments the pros have ever endured.

“There’s no doubt that...

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Councilman raises concerns about frequent vehicle crashes

By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter

June 12, 2025

Councilman Larry Celaschi wants council to meet with first responders to see how best to tackle accidents in the borough. Despite efforts to update traffic lights and signage in Charleroi, accidents a...

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MASD board president defends district in Dick’s foundation fallout

By SARAH PELLIS spellis@yourmvi.com

June 12, 2025

McKeesport Area School Board President Mark Holtzman said no one on the board is to blame for the partnership ending. The saga and further discussion of the fallout between McKeesport Area School Dist...

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NBV amping up efforts to tackle blight, unkept properties

By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter

June 12, 2025

Those violating borough ordinances will be cited, officials said. Officials in North Belle Vernon want to make sure their town is presentable. Starting immediately, council reminded residents that any...

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BIKING INTO SUMMER VACATION

June 12, 2025

Frazier Middle School Principal Amanda Law hosted an end-of-theyear “Ride Your Bike to School Day” on June 5 to mark the end of the school year and start of summer vacation. Above, middle school staff...