How to connect with old friends and why it matters

By By CATHY BUSSEWITZ The Associated Press

NEW YORK (AP) — When Jennifer Austin met Molly in second grade, they quickly became best friends. They giggled through classes until the teacher separated them, inspiring them to come up with their own language. They shared sleepovers and went on each other’s family vacations.

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MVI’s Christmas Cheer Club returns to help with holidays

By SARAH PELLIS spellis@yourmvi.com

November 28, 2025

Gifts for children in need can be dropped off starting Monday morning. The Mon Valley Independent’s Christmas Cheer Club will kick off Monday, continuing a decades-long tradition of fulfilling holiday...

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Donora native to run against Reschenthaler

November 28, 2025

Democrat Alan Bradstock will hold a campaign kickoff event next week. By the MVI A Donora native has announced he will seek the 14th Congressional seat currently held by U.S. Rep. Guy Reschenthaler. A...

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Hoops 2025

November 28, 2025

Hoops 2025 Check out our annual tab showcasing the Valley’s basketball teams inside today!

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Skill games again avoid regulation in Pennsylvania

November 28, 2025

A dispute over the level of taxation and accusations of retribution derailed another attempt to regulate them. By STEPHEN CARUSO and KATE HUANGPU Spotlight PA HARRISBURG — This year’s state budget did...

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SATURDAY

November 28, 2025

We’ll have coverage of holiday events in Belle Vernon and Donora in tomorrow’s MVI.

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E-INDEX

November 28, 2025

online only Putin reacts to peace plan E1 Pope begins first foreign trip E2 Home for the Holidays E3 Everyday Living E4 Sports Overtime E8-10