Daughter loses identity in quest to fit in

DEAR HARRIETTE: My 12-year-old daughter is going through a phase where she feels like she has to match everything her friends do, what they wear, what they eat, the shows they watch, the hobbies they’re into, etc. She constantly compares herself to them and puts so much pressure on herself to fit in, to the point where she won’t even try something new unless she knows it’s already popular with her friend group.

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‘Wonders Of Wildlife’ at McKeesport library

July 9, 2025

Nasir Hobson, 4, of McKeesport pets a prehensile-tailed skink lizard named Goober as conservation education specialist Lindsey Parry displays the animal Tuesday afternoon during a “Pittsburgh Zoo and ...

$Elizabeth Township fracking decision overturned$

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Elizabeth Township fracking decision overturned

By SARAH PELLIS spellis@yourmvi.com

July 9, 2025

A state appeals court ruled that the township violated its zoning law by permitting a gas well pad in a “rural residential” area. A three-judge state appeals court ruled unanimously last month that El...

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Campaign targets aggressive driving

By LADIMIR GARCIA lgarcia@yourmvi.com

July 9, 2025

Rostraver police are teaming up with state police and PennDOT for the traffic safety effort. The Rostraver Police Department, PennDOT and the Pennsylvania State Police have announced a partnership to ...

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MONONGAHELA

Monongahela will honor hometown NFL legends

July 9, 2025

For the MVI A Sept. 13 celebration will feature a parade and the unveiling of a new marker. Monongahela will unveil a marker Sept. 13 at Fourth and Main streets to honor NFL legends Fred Cox and Joe M...

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NBV responds to ‘swatting’ case

By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter

July 9, 2025

A prank drew three law enforcement agencies to a Hill Street residence. A recent “swatting” incident that brought a large police presence to a North Belle Vernon home was a topic at Tuesday’s council ...

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WASHINGTON COUNTY

Costanzo sworn in as president judge

July 9, 2025

Washington County Judge Valarie Costanzo began her career in public service as a prosecutor in the district attorney’s office. For the MVI A new president judge is now leading the Washington County Co...