Bingo night in North Belle Vernon
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February 5, 2026

Bingo night in North Belle Vernon

Wednesday nights are for bingo at the North Belle Vernon Volunteer Fire Department Bingo Hall, located at 545 Broad Ave. Shown during last night’s bingo, from left, are North Belle Vernon VFD President Ken Ramsdell, bingo player Donna Sichi of North Belle Vernon, and firefighter and bingo chairperson Shelby Ferguson. Doors typically open around 4:30 p.m. each Wednesday, with games beginning about 6:45 p.m. Proceeds benefit the volunteer fire department. Jeff Helsel / Mon Valley Independent

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