Dennis James Highberger
Obituaries
May 29, 2026

Dennis James Highberger

We are heartbroken to announce the passing of Dennis James Highberger, who passed away on May 22, 2026, at the age of 68, at home sur rounded by his loving family. Above all of his accomplishments, Dennis was most proud of his family. He was the ultimate “Pap Pap,” a title he wore with immense pride and joy. He was a constant cheerleader at BVA football games, where he loved watching Nina cheer on Friday nights, the first to offer a sweet treat or funny story when Elsie and Evan came to visi...

Local dogs on display at annual MARC Mutt March
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Local dogs on display at annual MARC Mutt March
June 1, 2026
Cody and Noelle Walters of Forward Township brought Theodore and Simon to Saturday’s Mutt March parade in Monongahela hosted by the Monongahela Area Revitalization Corp. Theodore won the award for Lar...
Construction continues on Mon/Fayette Expressway
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Construction continues on Mon/Fayette Expressway
By SARAH PELLIS spellis@yourmvi.com 
June 1, 2026
Drivers will encounter delays in some areas as work progresses. Several new updates are in progress this week for the Mon/Fayette Expressway. The expressway currently stretches 54 miles from I-68 near...
Legislature unlikely to act on skill games until ruling on their legality
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Legislature unlikely to act on skill games until ruling on their legality
June 1, 2026
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Six local teams ready for PIAA openers
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Six local teams ready for PIAA openers
By By LIAM BELAN lbelan@yourmvi.com 
June 1, 2026
Both teams from EF and TJ will be in action today, along with Serra Catholic baseball and Bentworth softball. Six Mon Valley baseball and softball teams will begin their hunt for a state championship ...
Volunteers needed for Cook Farm celebration
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Volunteers needed for Cook Farm celebration
By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter 
June 1, 2026
The “once-in-a-generation event” is set for Aug. 8. Volunteers are being sought for a major celebration marking the 250th anniversary of The Cook Farm, with organizers saying community support will be...