Salvadoran family in Brentwood seeks answers as father languishes in ICE custody
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February 5, 2026

Salvadoran family in Brentwood seeks answers as father languishes in ICE custody

By By MEGAN SWIFT TribLive 

Maklim Gomez Escalante texted his wife at 12:50 p.m. Jan. 20, letting her know he had arrived at the Magisterial District Court in Baldwin to testify as scheduled at 1 p.m. The text was followed by one more: “ICE agents are here.”

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Donora to host 9/11 rededication ceremony at Palmer Park trail
By MICHAEL VINSICK mvinsick@yourmvi.com 
September 8, 2026
A section of a walking trail will be named in honor of native Larry Senko, who lost his life in the 9/11 World Trade Center attack. The 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks will have specia...
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It’s all about the food and music at the Renzie Rib Fest
By MICHAEL VINSICK mvinsick@yourmvi.com 
September 8, 2026
Despite a delayed start due to the weather, the Labor Day weekend tradition at Renziehausen Park drew large crowds the last few days for food and music. Visitors from McKeesport and surrounding areas ...
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