Jones, Triolo receive rave reviews after rehab stints
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May 1, 2026

Jones, Triolo receive rave reviews after rehab stints

By By KEVIN GORMAN TribLive 

A pair of Pittsburgh Pirates made the first starts of their rehabilitation assignments to rave reviews, as Jared Jones was untouchable at Low-A Bradenton, and Jared Triolo was a big hit for Double-A Altoona.

MVCTC students show off cooking skills in competition
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MVCTC students show off cooking skills in competition
By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter 
May 1, 2026
The local group won first prize in the contest, topping students from three other career and technology centers. Students moved quickly between prep tables and ovens Tuesday as Mon Valley Career and T...
BVA, Laurel Highlands bands unite for Disney parade
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BVA, Laurel Highlands bands unite for Disney parade
By LADIMIR GARCIA lgarcia@yourmvi.com 
May 1, 2026
Belle Vernon Area’s contingent volunteered to help when LH was short on band members. The Belle Vernon Area and Laurel Highlands school districts came together this week to perform at Walt Disney Worl...
Bank linked to Mon View Heights may be charged
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Bank linked to Mon View Heights may be charged
By SARAH PELLIS spellis@yourmvi.com 
May 1, 2026
Allegheny County’s DA said living conditions haven’t improved since Merchants Bank foreclosed on the property. After more than a year with little to no progress at the troubled Mon View Heights housin...
Pressure at the pump builds as area gas prices reach 4-year high
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Pressure at the pump builds as area gas prices reach 4-year high
May 1, 2026
Gas isn’t as costly as in 2022, but effects on residents are growing. By JAMES ENGEL, MEGAN TROTTER and JOE NAPSHA TribLive Many in Western Pennsylvania braced themselves as they pulled up to the gas ...
Martial artist’s journey leads to teaching
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Martial artist’s journey leads to teaching
May 1, 2026
Master John Nigro trains black belts and award winners at the C.S. Kim studio in White Oak. By DR. AMANDA MARTIN McKeesport Community Newsroom “Keep your head down!” Master Nigro yelled on a Wednesday...
Charthene Club Girls of the Month honored
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Charthene Club Girls of the Month honored
May 1, 2026
The Charthene Club held its annual tea celebrating the girls of the month chosen from top senior students at Charleroi Area High School. Girls of the month are chosen based on academics, community ser...