Can the ‘Lost Generation’ be found?
Politics
December 2, 2025

Can the ‘Lost Generation’ be found?

The current generation “Z” — those now roughly between 13 and 28 years old — is becoming our 21st-century version of the “Lost Generation.” Members of Gen Z are often nicknamed “Zoomers,” a term used to describe young adults who came of age in the era of smartphones, social media, and rapid cultural upheaval.”

Donora honors Senko on 9/11 anniversary
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By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter 
September 12, 2026
The borough native was killed on Sept. 11, 2001, when a plane crashed into the North Tower of the World Trade Center. Twenty-five years ago, students walked into Ringgold High School on a beautiful Se...
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WESTMORELAND COUNTY
By By RICH CHOLODOFSKY TribLive 
September 12, 2026
Over the last 12 months, more than 24,000 people were summoned. Westmoreland County court officials said a growing number of residents are ignoring summons for jury duty. “It’s not only people who don...
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September 12, 2026
We’ll have photos from events this weekend around the Valley in Monday’s electronic edition.
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September 12, 2026
Meetings in local government next week Every week, the Mon Valley Independent editorial staff will share upcoming government meetings around the Mid-Mon Valley. If there’s an item or other event of pu...