Hong Kong holds a legislative election Sunday after a fire raised governance concerns

By By KANIS LEUNG Associated Press

HONG KONG (AP) — The deadliest fire in Hong Kong in decades is piling pressure on Beijing’s “patriots- only” governance system, casting a shadow on elections widely seen as a further step to tighten control over the city’s legislature.

Latest News, Main

Best friends brave the cold

January 23, 2026

Pete Madden of Canonsburg walks his dog, Harper, along a path at Mingo Creek County Park on a cold Thursday afternoon. Harper wears a coat as the pair make their way through the park during chilly con...

Latest News, Main

Monessen takes another step toward major sewer project

By LADIMIR GARCIA lgarcia@yourmvi.com

January 23, 2026

Solicitor Joseph Dalfonso said the city is “pressed for time” and wants to start work quickly. Monessen city council voted Thursday to begin the process to amend its cooperation agreement with the Mon...

Latest News, Main

Funding announced for numerous local projects

By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter

January 23, 2026

All the state funding was approved by the Commonwealth Financing Authority. Roads will be smoother, pipes will be newer and long-delayed projects are finally getting off the ground after millions of d...

Latest News, Main

Overnight fire destroys Monessen home

By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter

January 23, 2026

Two residents escaped safely from the Pacific Boulevard blaze. Crews from multiple departments spent several hours battling a house fire early Thursday morning in Monessen, as ice and bitter cold comp...

Around The Valley, Latest News, Main

Heavy snow headed to Western Pa.

January 23, 2026

The National Weather Service expects 7-10 inches to fall in most parts of the region. By JULIA BURDELSKI TribLive The chances of heavy snowfall in the region this weekend are increasing. The Pittsburg...

Around The Valley, Latest News, Main

Hazardous roads result in several accidents

By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter

January 23, 2026

Black ice was reported throughout the Mon Valley Wednesday night and Thursday morning. Icy road conditions led to multiple accidents across the area Wednesday night and into Thursday morning, keeping ...