Pirates’ Reynolds working to improve his swing
MLB, Pittsburgh, Sports
February 18, 2026

Pirates’ Reynolds working to improve his swing

By By KEVIN GORMAN TribLive 

BRADENTON, Fla. – Bryan Reynolds is a man of few words, so the Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder didn’t bother to mince them when asked about the object of his offseason.

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...
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....
Glassport to join VIPR license plate network
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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...
BVA appoints new assistant superintendent
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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...
RWNES issues alert about subscription notice mixup
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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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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,...