Monessen K Of C donates to ARCDD

At a recent Association for the Rights of Citizens with Developmental Disabilities (ARCDD) event, Knights of Columbus, Monessen Council 954, Grand Knight Bob Kuzynski presented a $3,000 donation to the local organization to use for activities. Pictured holding the ceremonial check are Jackie Stark, Kuzynski, Judy Curl and Marlene Boyd. Submitted

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IU1 STUDENT SHOWCASE AT PENNWEST

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From left, Ringgold Area High School students Zachary Donovan, Alissa Rotta and Daniel Sesco display their projects during the Intermediate Unit 1 Student Showcase at the PennWest California Convocati...

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Elizabeth to apply for Main Streets Allegheny grants

By SARAH PELLIS spellis@yourmvi.com

March 25, 2026

Council did not have a voting meeting, but discussed applying for grants. Due to lack of a quorum, Elizabeth Council did not hold its monthly voting meeting Tuesday. Council members Cole Buchina, Char...

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Monessen official seeking help to beautify City Park

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Shapiro parodies and chatbot phone banks — how AI is popping up in Pa. elections

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Volunteers reviving Friends of the Belle Vernon Public Library

By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter

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TWIN RIVERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL READING CHAMPS

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Twin Rivers Elementary School third-grade students recently participated in an eightweek Reading Champions Program designed to promote a love of literacy. Sponsored by U.S. Steel and the Pittsburgh Pe...