Second thoughts about rekindled romance

DEAR ABBY: After a fouryear battle with cancer, my husband of 27 years passed away. After his death, I was contacted by a guy I had been involved with 40 years before. He said he wanted me to know that he was there for me if I needed to talk or just needed some company. I told him how much I appreciated it and I would call if I felt he could help.

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Monessen, Donora host Halloween parades

October 30, 2026

It was another picture-perfect evening in the Mon Valley as large crowds came out to enjoy Halloween parades in Donora and Monessen on Thursday. Donora photos by Heather Hart / For the MVI *** Monesse...

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O’Neal vs. MacTaggart for 48th District House seat

By MICHAEL VINSICK mvinsick@yourmvi.com

October 30, 2026

Republican Tim O’Neal is seeking a fifth full term. Incumbent Republican Tim O’Neal is facing Democratic challenger Rebecca Mac-Taggart in the 48th District House race. O’Neal is serving his fourth fu...

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Swing district voters in Pennsylvania grapple with economy, Iran war ahead of midterms

October 30, 2026

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Man accused of possessing child pornography served 4 years for similar offense

October 30, 2026

Scott Kaercher, 34, of West Mifflin was released from prison in December. By JUSTIN VELLUCCI | TribLive A West Mifflin man was arrested Thursday on dozens of child pornography charges — counts similar...

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Volunteers needed for Operation Troop Appreciation’s HQ project

By SARAH PELLIS spellis@yourmvi.com

October 30, 2026

Help is sought with landscaping work scheduled for Nov. 13 and 14. Operation Troop Appreciation in West Mifflin is looking for volunteers to help complete its headquarters. From 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. ...