Band of Brothers

The brothers of several players showed up to cheer for Belle Vernon Area’s softball team during Monday’s WPIAL playoff game at Peters Township. They are Stephen Crawford (sister Lily), Logan Beech (Taylor), Kenny Callaway (Sydney), Albert VanDivner (Lauren) and Tanner Sypolt (Kaylee). Jenn Codeluppi / Mon Valley Independent

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SA students’ boat project passes first test in water

By LADIMIR GARCIA lgarcia@yourmvi.com

May 12, 2026

After building the craft, they took it for a spin on Lake Emilie in Renziehausen Park. Excitement and anticipation were in the air as five South Allegheny High School students tested their custom-buil...

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Forward Twp. seeks grant to replace bridges

By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter

May 12, 2026

They are located on Kelly Hollow Road & Ripple Road. Forward Township supervisors discussed plans to pursue state funding for two bridge replacement projects Monday, while also addressing ongoing conc...

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Time capsule opening sparks memories from 1997

By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter

May 12, 2026

Former art teacher Sue Mohney returned to view the items her students placed inside. Nearly 30 years ago, young art students sealed away pieces of their lives inside a time capsule at Charleroi Elemen...

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2 Democrats battle to challenge Kuzma

By SARAH PELLIS spellis@yourmvi.com

May 12, 2026

Dylan Altemara and Kellianne Frketic are seeking the nomination in the 39th District. Two Elizabeth Township residents will square off again in the May 19 primary election — this time for the Democrat...

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Discovery will add to cost of pickleball court project

By SARAH PELLIS spellis@yourmvi.com

May 12, 2026

The price will increase by $21,920 because of the need to place stone beneath the asphalt. The contractor for White Oak’s pickleball court has some concerns about the asphalt and location of the proje...

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Trump says Iran ceasefire is on ‘life support,’ proposes gas tax pause

May 12, 2026

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday said the Iran ceasefire is on “life support” after rejecting Tehran’s latest proposal, which officials said included some nucle...