U.S. touts ‘substantial progress’ in tariff talks with China, but details still scarce

GENEVA (AP) — The lead U.S. negotiator in trade talks with China cheered “a great deal of productivity” in resolving differences between the world’s two leading economic powers, after officials wrapped two days of bargaining in Switzerland following President Donald Trump imposing steep tariffs and Beijing retaliating.

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BAND OF BROTHERS

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McKeesport Area superintendent asks for LSA grant help

By SARAH PELLIS spellis@yourmvi.com

May 13, 2025

Donald MacFann made his first visit to council since being hired in January. McKeesport Area School District Superintendent Donald MacFann attended Monday’s workshop meeting in White Oak to introduce ...

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Jimi Quattro

May 13, 2025

Jimi Quattro Crossfiled Residence: Monessen Occupation: Police officer Education: Monessen High School; A.A.S. degree in CriminaI Justice

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May 13, 2025

Don’t miss the latest from the Monessen and Belle Vernon school boards in Wednesday’s MVI.

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Quattro challenges Vlasic in judicial race

By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter

May 13, 2025

Both candidates cross-filed and will appear on the GOP and Democratic tickets. First-term Magisterial District Judge Wayne Vlasic is being challenged by Jimi Quattro for the Monessen-based judicial se...

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Four candidates for Forward Twp. seat

Primary Election 2025 serve the people,” he said. “Our local government should be accountable to the people. Together, we can demand the transparency and action our community deserves.”

By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter

May 13, 2025

Two Democrats and two Republicans are on the May 20 primary ballot. The ballot is as crowded as it has ever been in the race for a spot on the Forward Township board of supervisors. In the running for...