Explaining the new sport of ski mountaineering
Olympics, Sports
February 18, 2026

Explaining the new sport of ski mountaineering

BORMIO, Italy (AP) — The newest sport on the Olympic program goes by the name “skimo,” which is short for ski mountaineering. It’s basic principles are just as condensed: race up the slope and back down as fast as possible.

Pancake tradition unites Valley on Shrove Tuesday
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Pancake tradition unites Valley on Shrove Tuesday
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...
Construction starts on McKeesport-Duquesne Bridge
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Construction starts on McKeesport-Duquesne Bridge
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....
BVA appoints new assistant superintendent
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BVA appoints new assistant superintendent
By LADIMIR GARCIA lgarcia@yourmvi.com 
February 18, 2026
Marion Elementary School Principal Dr. Eric Knorr will move into the position beginning July 1. At Tuesday’s meeting, the Belle Vernon Area school board appointed a current district administrator to f...
Glassport to join VIPR license plate network
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Glassport to join VIPR license plate network
By By THOMAS LETURGEY For the MVI 
February 18, 2026
Police Chief Shawn DeVerse is hoping to add two more license plate readers in the borough. Glassport council approved a motion Tuesday to enter into an agreement with Allegheny County District Attorne...
RWNES issues alert about subscription notice mixup
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RWNES issues alert about subscription notice mixup
By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter 
February 18, 2026
A nearby ambulance provider mistakenly sent notices to homes in the RWNES coverage area. Rostraver West Newton Emergency Services is advising residents that Mutual Aid EMS, a neighboring ambulance pro...
Picklesburgh adds fourth day to Pittsburgh festival
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Picklesburgh adds fourth day to Pittsburgh festival
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,...