Denmark sees talks with the U.S. as a chance for ‘the dialogue that is needed’ over Greenland
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January 9, 2026

Denmark sees talks with the U.S. as a chance for ‘the dialogue that is needed’ over Greenland

By By CLAUDIA CIOBANU Associated Press 

Denmark has welcomed a meeting with the U.S. next week to discuss President Donald Trump’s renewed call for the strategic, mineral- rich Arctic island of Greenland to come under American control.

Washington Twp. begins process to take over MAWT
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Washington Twp. begins process to take over MAWT
By MICHAEL VINSICK mvinsick@yourmvi.com 
September 24, 2026
Municipal Authority of Washington Township General Manager Jan Amoroso said they were left in the dark about the decision. The Washington Township Board of Supervisors is taking the first steps to tra...
Data center shows interest in Elizabeth Township development
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Data center shows interest in Elizabeth Township development
By SARAH PELLIS spellis@yourmvi.com 
September 24, 2026
The commissioners said they’ll plan a public meeting when they have more information. As the number of data centers in Pennsylvania continues to grow — as well as opposition — Elizabeth Township offic...
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Donora updates pension plan for retired officers
By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter 
September 24, 2026
The proposed ordinance consolidates 14 existing police pension ordinances into one. Qualifying retired Donora police officers could see their monthly pension benefits increase by $1,000 under an ordin...
State of the Steel Valley breakfast celebrates growth
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State of the Steel Valley breakfast celebrates growth
By By THOMAS LETURGEY For the MVI 
September 24, 2026
Steel Valley Accelerator hosted a legislative breakfast featuring state and county leaders. The ability of three different communities to collaborate was the takeaway from the inaugural State of the S...
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FRIDAY
September 24, 2026
Find out what happens at the Monessen council meeting in Friday’s Mon Valley Independent.