Data shows a spike in 2024 military aircraft accidents and this year doesn’t look any better
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November 20, 2025

Data shows a spike in 2024 military aircraft accidents and this year doesn’t look any better

By KONSTANTIN TOROPIN AND AARON KESSLER Associated Press

Goughnour, Pisciottano oppose hike in water rates
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By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter 
November 29, 2025
They contend Pennsylvania American’s proposal would cause financial strain for too many area residents. Two Mon Valley lawmakers say Pennsylvania American Water’s latest rate-hike request would put to...
Time capsule to contain legacy of Charleroi glassmaking
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By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter 
November 29, 2025
It will be buried at noon Monday in Meadow Avenue Park and won’t be opened for 100 years. Charleroi will close out one of the most defining chapters in its history with a ceremony meant to outlast all...
TWINKLE BRIGHT NIGHT
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November 29, 2025
Lydia Oslowski, 9, and Lucy Oslowski, 7, of Monessen attended Twinkle Bright Night in Donora. See more photos on A2 and in our online photo gallery at www.monvalleyindependent.com.
Belle Vernon welcomes holiday season with Light-Up Night
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By SARAH PELLIS spellis@yourmvi.com 
November 29, 2025
The festivities had to be moved indoors due to Friday’s cold weather. Belle Vernon’s annual Light-Up Night on Friday was full of seasonal fun and joy. Held at Belle Vernon Fire Company’s social hall i...
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November 29, 2025
We’ll have photos from the Glassport Winterfest and parade in Monday’s E-edition.