Is the tide turning in Maine?

PORTLAND, Maine -- An entrenched senator distrusted by both parties. A governor born just 18 months after 79-year-old Donald Trump. An oyster farmer who for years walked around with a Nazi symbol tattoo. Anti-gay remarks in a state generally regarded as welcoming to LGBTQ+ people. Pockets of deep Trump loyalty in a state that he lost three times. Traditional resistance to outsiders and the likelihood of a flood of out-of-state spending.

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CHARLEROI CELEBRATES MAGIC CITY SATURDAY

June 29, 2026

Charleroi hosted Magic City Saturday to celebrate 250 years of independence in the borough. Events were held on Fifth Street and McKean Avenue and extended to the square and the Market House. The cele...

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BVA approves new budget with tax hike

By LADIMIR GARCIA lgarcia@yourmvi.com

June 29, 2026

The increase is much higher for Westmoreland County than Fayette. The Belle Vernon Area school board recently approved its 2026-27 budget, which includes a significant tax increase for Westmoreland Co...

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Taxes rise 3.7% in West Mifflin school budget

By SARAH PELLIS spellis@yourmvi.com

June 29, 2026

The 2026-27 spending plan was approved in a 5-3 vote. West Mifflin school board approved its 2026-27 budget Thursday with a 3.7% increase in real estate taxes. The budget was approved by 5-3 margin, w...

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MONESSEN SUMMER CONCERT SERIES BEGINS

June 29, 2026

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TUESDAY

June 29, 2026

Don’t miss our special Fourth of July section in Tuesday’s Mon Valley Independent.

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White Oak Athletic Association concession stand robbed — thieves leave behind a penny

By By MEGAN TROTTER TribLive

June 29, 2026

White Oak youth association asks the public for help following the petty cash robbery. A youth athletic association in White Oak said petty cash was stolen from its lower baseball and softball concess...