MVP OCTOBER SPONSOR OF THE MONTH
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September 30, 2025

MVP OCTOBER SPONSOR OF THE MONTH

The Mon Valley Paws October sponsor of the month is Steel City Tattoo Shop in Monessen. Shown are Sarah Altamare, Hannah Schmidt, Jacob Henson, Cameron Scaccia and Jacob Steele. The mission of Mon Valley Paws is to provide assistance to individuals and nonprofit organizations specializing in animal health care and rescues. Submitted

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