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July 2, 2026

Robert A. Billick Funeral Home Inc.

The Robert A. Billick Funeral Home was opened in 1957 by Robert A. Billick. Robert H. Billick joined his father’s business in 1983. James M. Billick graduated in May of 2009 from Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Sciences and graduated in May of 2010 from Point Park University. Jim is the third generation to join the family business.

Mural Celebrates California’s Past & Present
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Mural Celebrates California’s Past & Present
July 3, 2026
Artist Ella Papini of Brownsville puts the finishing touches on a community mural on the side of the Lisa J. Buday Law Office along Liberty Street in California. Funded through a Rotary District 7305 ...
No paper July 4
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No paper July 4
July 3, 2026
The Mon Valley Independent won’t produce a newspaper or electronic edition on Saturday to mark the Independence Day holiday. The editorial department will return at 4 p.m. Sunday to gather and accept ...
Donora revisits animal ordinance
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Donora revisits animal ordinance
By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter 
July 3, 2026
The move was sparked by complaints about a property on Second Street Extension. The debate over backyard goats and chickens has returned to Donora council, reviving a conversation that stalled in 2023...
Historical society offers a glimpse back in time
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Historical society offers a glimpse back in time
By LADIMIR GARCIA lgarcia@yourmvi.com 
July 3, 2026
The Rostraver Township society is looking for more volunteers to make sure its work continues. A treasure trove of history can be found at the Rostraver Township Historical Society, which aims to pres...
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July 3, 2026
Softball honors Check out this year’s softball award winners and all-star teams. B1