RIBBON CUTTING FOR LOCK 4 RESTAURANT

The Mon Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce had the pleasure of celebrating the official ribbon cutting for Lock 4 Restaurant in Lower Speers (119 River Ave., Belle Vernon). Lock 4 is now open and proudly serving dinner and brunch on the weekend, along with sweet treats from its Hershey ice cream bar, fresh brews at the coffee bar, and convenient pizza takeout options to come. A summer full of entertainment is also planned. Planning a celebration? They’re also available for parties and gatheri...

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Charleroi memorial honors nurses, corpsmen

By LADIMIR GARCIA lgarcia@yourmvi.com

May 27, 2025

It was unveiled for the first time Monday by the American Legion Riders at a Memorial Day ceremony. On a day to remember our fallen heroes, the Charleroi American Legion Riders unveiled a new memorial...

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Man killed in picnic shooting

May 27, 2025

Brendan Parsons was formerly a star athlete at Clairton High School. By the MVI A McKeesport man was fatally shot Sunday night at a picnic in Clairton, according to authorities. The Allegheny County M...

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BVA budget proposal keeps taxes steady

By LADIMIR GARCIA lgarcia@yourmvi.com

May 27, 2025

The spending plan is balanced and received near-unanimous approval. The Belle Vernon Area school board approved a proposed budget last week for the upcoming school year with no tax increase. Every dir...

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Memorial Day observances around the Valley

May 27, 2025

Mid-Mon Valley Shipmates Darrell Molinari is shown during the two-bell ceremony during Memorial Day services in Monongahela. Heather Hart / Mon Valley Independent

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CRASH CLOSES CHARLEROI ROAD

May 27, 2025

A crash on Lincoln Avenue Extension in Charleroi at old Route 71 caused the road to be closed Monday afternoon. Charleroi VFD