Loretta Lee Gornick – Dec. 2, 1937-May 27, 2026
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June 5, 2026

Loretta Lee Gornick – Dec. 2, 1937-May 27, 2026

It is with a mixture of sorrow and celebration that we announce the passing of Loretta Lee Gornick, a beloved wife, cherished teacher and dev oted friend, who ent ered into eternal rest on May 27, 2026, at the age of 88. Born on Dec. 2, 1937, in California, Pa., the daughter of Harry and Esther Lallance DelBarre, Loretta lived a life rich with purpose and passion, leaving an indelible mark on everyone she met. Loretta dedicated her life to education, obtaining a master’s degree and thriving as...

Class of 2026 graduates at California
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Class of 2026 graduates at California
June 5, 2026
Haley Tabron of Roscoe participates in commencement ceremonies with the rest of the Class of 2026 Thursday evening at California Area High School. See more photos in our online photo gallery at www.mo...
Cellphone fines for drivers begin today
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Cellphone fines for drivers begin today
By LADIMIR GARCIA lgarcia@yourmvi.com 
June 5, 2026
Police have been limited to warnings under Paul Miller’s Law for the past year. Starting today, police can begin issuing fines to anyone caught holding their cellphones while driving. Paul Miller’s La...
Music returns to Plum Street as summer concert series begins
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Music returns to Plum Street as summer concert series begins
By SARAH PELLIS spellis@yourmvi.com 
June 5, 2026
Shows in Elizabeth are set for every Thursday through the end of August. Residents of Elizabeth Borough and the surrounding area flocked to Plum Street with their lawn chairs Thursday night as the ann...
Pigs, dogs and cats removed from condemned property
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Pigs, dogs and cats removed from condemned property
June 5, 2026
A public nuisance charge has been filed against owner Wendi Kraemer. By the MVI Rostraver Township police and animal rescue officials returned to a rat-infested property Thursday afternoon to serve an...
Davanzo eyes $250 checks for all Pa. families
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Davanzo eyes $250 checks for all Pa. families
June 5, 2026
By the MVI Connecting inflation relief with America’s 250th birthday celebration, state Rep. Eric Davanzo, R-Smithton announced a proposal to offer $250 birthday checks to Pennsylvania families. “July...
Animals rescued from Belle Vernon property
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Animals rescued from Belle Vernon property
By SARAH PELLIS spellis@yourmvi.com 
June 5, 2026
Police say dozens of dogs and two cats were at the Belle Vernon residence. More than 60 dogs and cats were rescued Thursday after they were found living in deplorable conditions in Fayette County. As ...