MVP APRIL SPONSOR OF THE MONTH
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April 1, 2026

MVP APRIL SPONSOR OF THE MONTH

The Rostraver Township Board of Commissioners is the Mon Valley Paws April sponsor of the month. Shown with Mon Valley Paws member Elmer Spiker representing the commissioners are Rostraver Township police Sgt. Chris Tretter and Officer Skyler Helzel. The mission of Mon Valley Paws is to provide assistance to individuals and nonprofit organizations specializing in animal health care and rescues. Submitted

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Death penalty withdrawn in killing of police officer
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Death penalty withdrawn in killing of police officer
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Owner of Castle Blood receives national award
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Owner of Castle Blood receives national award
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MCKEESPORT AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT
No tax increase in preliminary budget
By LADIMIR GARCIA lgarcia@yourmvi.com 
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