James W. Russell Jr. – formerly of Belle Vernon

James W. Russell Jr., 73, formerly of Belle Vernon, Pennsylvania, passed away on May 8, 2026, in Fuquay Varina, N.C. Born Dec. 13, 1952, in Charleroi, Pennsylvania, he was the son of the late James W. Russell Sr. and Theresa (Coreau) Russell. Jim began his college career at University of South Alabama after being recruited for the baseball team as a third baseman, outfielder and power hitter. He completed his college degree at California University of Pennsylvania, then began his career as a foo...

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Cleanup begins from flooding, storm damage

By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter

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Three-vehicle crash in North Charleroi

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Study: Eviction filing rates drop statewide

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