Pa. lawmakers want to lower electric bills, but budget impact might be too big to swallow
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July 3, 2026

Pa. lawmakers want to lower electric bills, but budget impact might be too big to swallow

By By CHARLOTTE KEITH Spotlight PA 

As they hash out the budget with Gov. Shapiro, a tax cut to lower electric bills and a cap on utility profits are on the table.

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 ...
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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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SPORTS
July 3, 2026
Softball honors Check out this year’s softball award winners and all-star teams. B1