O’Hearn’s record night lifts Skenes, Pirates over Braves
MLB, Pittsburgh, Sports
July 8, 2026

O’Hearn’s record night lifts Skenes, Pirates over Braves

By By JUSTIN GUERRIERO TribLive 

Paul Skenes’ ongoing woes have persisted as a troublesome trend for the Pittsburgh Pirates, who had lost his last nine starts dating to May 17. Ryan O’Hearn made sure that changed with a memorable performance Tuesday night against the Atlanta Braves.

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...
Pa. skill games ruling could ban arcade games
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Pa. skill games ruling could ban arcade games
By By EMILY SCOLNICK Pennsylvania 
July 8, 2026
Legislative action may be required to prevent Skee-Ball and children’s games from being targeted. Capital-Star The Pennsylvania Supreme Court declared skill games unlawful last month, throwing thousan...
Ringgold student paints Monongahela library mural
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Ringgold student paints Monongahela library mural
By By MICHAEL VINSICK mvinsick@yourmvi.com 
July 8, 2026
It combines elements of the city with works of classic literature. Monongahela Public Library is now home to a hand-made, decorative addition to its walls thanks to the talents of Sara Santina, an upc...
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...
Baseball, softball All-State teams announced
High school, Sports
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 ...
POLICE LOG
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POLICE LOG
Charleroi Regional
July 8, 2026
Allegheny County Police • Ahmad Ali Claude Craig, 33, of Clairton was charged with illegally operating a motor vehicle not equipped with ignition interlock and a traffic violation from an alleged traf...