U.S. employers added surprisingly solid 119,000 jobs in September
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November 21, 2025

U.S. employers added surprisingly solid 119,000 jobs in September

By By PAUL WISEMAN AP Economics Writer 

WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. employers added a surprisingly solid 119,000 jobs in September, the government said, issuing a key economic report that had been delayed for seven weeks by the federal government shutdown.

Goughnour, Pisciottano oppose hike in water rates
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Goughnour, Pisciottano oppose hike in water rates
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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Time capsule to contain legacy of Charleroi glassmaking
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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TWINKLE BRIGHT NIGHT
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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Belle Vernon welcomes holiday season with Light-Up Night
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.