U.S. Politics
September 30, 2025

Trump’s big bill is prompting urgent action in some Democratic states, but not in Republican ones

By By DAVID A. LIEB Associated Press 

New Mexico lawmakers are to open a special session Wednesday to boost funding for food assistance and rural health care — actions the Democratic governor contends are needed to “minimize the damage from President Trump’s disastrous bill” cutting federal taxes and spending.

Future Leopards Hit The Field
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Future Leopards Hit The Field
July 24, 2026
Belle Vernon Area head football coach Scott Bryer smiles as youth football player Nate Crews begins a practice drill Thursday evening during the annual BVA High School Youth Football Combine at James ...
Keranko’s resignation leaves vacancy to fill on Charleroi Area school board
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Keranko’s resignation leaves vacancy to fill on Charleroi Area school board
By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter 
July 24, 2026
Applications will be accepted through Aug. 5, and the board plans to fill the opening at its Aug. 18 meeting. Charleroi Area School District residents interested in serving their community have an opp...
Monessen to seek affordable housing money through county
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Monessen to seek affordable housing money through county
By MICHAEL VINSICK mvinsick@yourmvi.com 
July 24, 2026
Safety concerns in the city were also discussed at Thursday night’s meeting. Monessen City Council voted unanimously to enter into the Housing Consortium Cooperation Agreement with Westmoreland County...
Annual Riverfest celebration begins tonight in Elizabeth
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Annual Riverfest celebration begins tonight in Elizabeth
By SARAH PELLIS spellis@yourmvi.com 
July 24, 2026
The two-day festival features music, food and children’s attractions. The annual Elizabeth Firemen’s Riverfest kicks off today with rides, food and animals for residents of all ages. Elizabeth Borough...
Drone flight school opens doors for girls interested in burgeoning profession
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Drone flight school opens doors for girls interested in burgeoning profession
By By KELLEN STEPLER TribLive 
July 24, 2026
The curriculum prepares students for the FAA’s Remote Pilot Certification exam. Ember Tomlinson’s interests came together this week at a drone flight camp held at South Fayette High School. “I’ve had ...