Pa.’s first-ever investment in public defense allowed offices to hire attorneys, improve case management
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April 6, 2026

Pa.’s first-ever investment in public defense allowed offices to hire attorneys, improve case management

By By DANIELLE OHL Spotlight PA 

But the $7.5 million annual investment wasn’t enough to fix long-standing issues with the struggling system.

HUNTING FOR EASTER EGGS IN NORTH BELLE VERNON
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HUNTING FOR EASTER EGGS IN NORTH BELLE VERNON
April 6, 2026
Above, Celeste Silva, 6, filled her basket Saturday at North Belle Vernon’s annual Easter egg hunt. With her are David and Laura Silva of North Belle Vernon. At right, David Grillo, 2, of Belle Vernon...
Anti-retaliation law provides extra protection for tenants
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Anti-retaliation law provides extra protection for tenants
By LADIMIR GARCIA lgarcia@yourmvi.com 
April 6, 2026
It’s similar to laws that already exist in other parts of the state. County Executive Sara Innamorato recently signed a new anti-retaliation bill that would give tenants in Allegheny County additional...
EF elementary schools stress community involvement
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EF elementary schools stress community involvement
By SARAH PELLIS spellis@yourmvi.com 
April 6, 2026
The principal of the two schools gave a presentation on how students have interacted with the surrounding area. Greenock and Mount Vernon elementary school students have been getting involved in the c...
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April 6, 2026
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Trump administration agencies post Easter messages
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Trump administration agencies post Easter messages
By By DAVID CRARY AP National Writer 
April 6, 2026
Numerous previous presidents have issued statements in recognition of Easter Sunday. This year, the Trump administration went a step farther, with several key Cabinet departments heralding Christ’s re...