North Belle Vernon holds annual Light up the Night
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November 24, 2025

North Belle Vernon holds annual Light up the Night

North Belle Vernon Councilman Jon Wasicek keeps the bonfire going during the holiday celebration at Community Bank Park. Photos by Heather Hart, For the Mon Valley Independent See more photos in our online gallery at www.monvalleyindependent.com

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