McConnell speaks to GOP leaders amid speculation about health
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July 8, 2026

McConnell speaks to GOP leaders amid speculation about health

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Senate’s top two Republicans have spoken individually to Kentucky Sen. Mitch McConnell, according to aides, as the former GOP leader remains in the hospital more than three weeks after being admitted for undisclosed health issues.

More than 1,000 charges in animal abuse case
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More than 1,000 charges in animal abuse case
By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter 
July 8, 2026
John P. Saxberg was arrested Tuesday, accused of neglecting 101 dogs and two cats at his Belle Vernon residence. More than a month after authorities rescued over 100 neglected animals from a Belle Ver...
Ringgold student paints Monongahela library mural
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Ringgold student paints Monongahela library mural
July 8, 2026
It combines elements of the city with works of classic literature. By MICHAEL VINSICK mvinsick@yourmvi.com Monongahela Public Library is now home to a hand-made, decorative addition to its walls thank...
Venue Summer Evening Market begins Thursday
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Venue Summer Evening Market begins Thursday
By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter 
July 8, 2026
It’s set to be held every week through October. A new weekly summer market is set to debut this week at Sunny Days Arena, offering residents a place to shop local, enjoy dinner and connect with commun...
Postal Service raising stamp prices again
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Postal Service raising stamp prices again
July 8, 2026
The increase comes amid a “severe financial crisis.” By MEGAN SWIFT TribLive The U.S. Postal Service is raising the price of a Forever stamp, and it’s happening this weekend. The new rate is a 4-cent ...
Baseball, softball All-State teams announced
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Baseball, softball All-State teams announced
By JEREMY SELLEW 
July 8, 2026
Three local baseball players and 17 softball players were named to All-State teams. The Pa. high school coaching associations have released their All-State baseball and softball teams and a number of ...