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August 4, 2026

ODDS AND ENDS

PACIFICA, Calif. (AP) — Dogs are catching waves at the World Dog Surfing Championships in Northern California. Spectators cheer as canines of all sizes compete, judged on wave size, board time and confidence. The event, now in its 10th year, takes place in Pacifica, near San Francisco. It includes pet adoptions and fundraising for animal charities. Dogs, wearing colorful life vests, are assisted by humans to find the best waves. The competition features heats for small, medium, and large dogs, with the top scorers facing off for the prize. There are also tandem contests with multiple dogs or dogs and humans sharing a board.

Spray-paint artist traces spirit of creativity to childhood in Glassport
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By By JENNIFER MCCALLA McKeesport Community Newsroom 
August 15, 2026
Jeremy Raymer has paid tribute to Pittsburgh legends throughout the city. Before his larger-than-life, spray-painted murals took over the brick walls of Pittsburgh, Jeremy Raymer was just a kid enjoyi...
NBV considering sewer repair project
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By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter 
August 15, 2026
More complaints were aired this week about sewage backups and the condition of the borough’s infrastructure. North Belle Vernon officials are considering potentially significant sewer repairs and a br...
Safety upgrades ready for start of school year
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CHARLEROI AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT
By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter 
August 15, 2026
Employees will have a new way to request help if an emergency occurs. As students prepare to return to the classroom Aug. 26, Charleroi Area School District is rolling out several changes aimed at imp...
Strong senior class looking for Bearcats’ repeat
High school, Sports
August 15, 2026
By JEREMY SELLEW The defending Class 1A champions are looking to be even better in 2026. jsellew@yourmvi.com Coming off the program’s first WPIAL Class 1A title, Bentworth girls soccer coach Tyler Ham...
Pa. Turnpike lost millions in unpaid tolls
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By By ADAM BABETSKI TribLive 
August 15, 2026
Auditors reported mixed results from open road tolling. The Pennsylvania Turnpike lost at least $229 million in uncollected or unbillable tolls, according to auditors who found financial problems incr...