After Larkin’s challenge more players commit to U.S. for Worlds

By By STEPHEN WHYNO AP Hockey Writer

Mere minutes after a crushing overtime defeat to Canada in the final of the 4 Nations Face-Off tournament, U.S. veteran Dylan Larkin already had a sharp criticism and a suggestion to his fellow Americans about how to prevent similar outcomes in the future.

“We’ve had a tough time with USA Hockey getting guys to play in the world championships, and I think guys that are at home watching this, I’m hoping they’re wanting a piece of it,” Larkin said. “They got to go to the world champions...

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U.S. Steel, Nippon finalize $14.9B deal

June 19, 2025

The combined company will become the world’s fourth-largest steelmaker. JACK TROY TribLive Japan’s Nippon Steel has finalized its $14.9 billion takeover of U.S. Steel, the companies announced Wednesda...

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Crash in West Mifflin

June 19, 2025

West Mifflin firefighters and police were called to a multi-vehicle crash on Lebanon Road shortly after 3:30 p.m. Wednesday. At 3:40 pm, Pleasant Hills firefighters were called to assist. One person w...

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EF finalizes budget with property tax increase

By SARAH PELLIS spellis@yourmvi.com

June 19, 2025

The 2025-26 budget includes a 5.6% tax increase for property owners. Property owners in the Elizabeth Forward School District will pay more in real estate taxes this year. During Wednesday’s voting me...

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Ringgold budget includes tax hike

By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter

June 19, 2025

The 2025-26 budget is nearly $2 million higher than last school year in part due to special education and cyber school costs. Property tax bills will increase in the Ringgold School District. School b...

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Carnegie Free Library to host annual Juneteenth celebration today

By By COLETTE FUNCHES McKeesport Community Newsroom

June 19, 2025

The event is from 1 to 5 p.m. at the McKeesport library. The Carnegie Library of McKeesport will host its fifth annual Juneteenth celebration from 1 to 5 p.m. today. Juneteenth is a national holiday, ...