BVA appoints new assistant superintendent
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February 18, 2026

BVA appoints new assistant superintendent

By LADIMIR GARCIA lgarcia@yourmvi.com 

Marion Elementary School Principal Dr. Eric Knorr will move into the position beginning July 1.

Pancake tradition unites Valley on Shrove Tuesday
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By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter 
February 18, 2026
The annual event serves as a fundraiser for Belle Vernon Area Rotary. Hot griddles, stacks of pancakes and a steady line of guests marked another year of service as Belle Vernon Area Rotary hosted its...
CAR OVERTURNS IN ROSTRAVER TOWNSHIP
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February 18, 2026
Rostraver Township police and firefighters responded to the 900 block of Rostraver Road for a vehicle accident early Monday morning. Occupants were evaluated on scene by Rostraver West Newton Emergenc...
Construction starts on McKeesport-Duquesne Bridge
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February 18, 2026
Work on the nearly 100-year-old structure is expected to continue through late 2028. By the MVI Lane restrictions began Monday, marking the start of the $51 million McKeesport-Duquesne Bridge project....
Picklesburgh adds fourth day to Pittsburgh festival
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By By MEGAN SWIFT TribLive 
February 18, 2026
The popular summer event will run from July 16-19. Pickle lovers, this year’s dates for the Picklesburgh festival were just announced — including an extra festival day. Running four days long in 2026,...
Verizon chosen as cable provider in West Mifflin
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By SARAH PELLIS spellis@yourmvi.com 
February 18, 2026
The company will receive a five-year agreement with service expected to start within 60 to 90 days. West Mifflin’s new cable provider will be Verizon Pennsylvania LLC. Council approved the cable franc...