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February 20, 2026

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Though the warmth of civilization lies just beyond, this statue of “Balto” the indomitable lead dog who carried that famous serum to Nome, appears to be in its element during New York’s heavy snowfall. The brilliantly-lighted skyline of upper Fifth Avenue in the background in Central Park is shown on Feb. 20, 1934. AP

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River ice jams are latest weather concern
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River ice jams are latest weather concern
By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter 
February 20, 2026
They can cause flooding as ice on the river begins to melt. Rivers in the Mon Valley remain below flood stage, but officials warn that ice jams — not high water alone — could cause problems through th...
Rooney discusses impact of NFL draft at economic forum
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Rooney discusses impact of NFL draft at economic forum
By LADIMIR GARCIA lgarcia@yourmvi.com 
February 20, 2026
The April 23-25 event will bring a lot of exposure to the Pittsburgh region. Hundreds of Washington County officials and business leaders came together Thursday for a forum hosted by the Washington Co...
Shapiro wants Pa. to be a ‘national leader’ on home construction
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Shapiro wants Pa. to be a ‘national leader’ on home construction
By By CHARLOTTE KEITH Spotlight PA 
February 20, 2026
The governor’s new housing plan is a wideranging effort to tackle the state’s current crisis. HARRISBURG — Pennsylvania urgently needs to build more homes, Gov. Josh Shapiro said on Thursday as he unv...
Megan’s List offender charged
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Megan’s List offender charged
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February 20, 2026
A West Mifflin man who is on Megan’s List as a convicted sex offender is accused of failing to register his address with state police. Joshua Herzing, 39, of Pennsylvania Avenue, was charged Wednesday...
MAWC says harsh weather stressed system
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MAWC says harsh weather stressed system
By By RICH CHOLODOFSKY TribLive 
February 20, 2026
Conditions led to a 60% increase in water main breaks and leaks from last January. Arctic winter conditions that set upon Western Pennsylvania over the past month have the Municipal Authority of Westm...
LIONS DONATE AED TO WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP POLICE
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LIONS DONATE AED TO WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP POLICE
February 20, 2026
The Fayette City Washington Township Lions Club recently donated a portable automated external defibrillator to the Washington Township Police Department. This donation was made possible through fundr...