Evidence over politics when it comes to childhood vaccines

THE WHITE HOUSE’S DECISION to reduce the number of recommended childhood vaccines has reignited an important debate over who should make these decisions, what evidence should guide them and whether Washington, regardless of who occupies the Oval Office, should dictate medical choices best made by parents in consultation with physicians.

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Belle Vernon Area Rotary hosts annual Regatta on land this year

August 24, 2026

The Belle Vernon Area Rotary Club hosted its sixth annual Regatta on the Yough on Sunday at the Cedar Creek Park boat launch area in Rostraver Township. The events, including the kids’ zone, ducky der...

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Community gathers for candlelight vigils honoring slain PennWest freshman

August 24, 2026

Trinity United Methodist Church in Peters and the Sisters of the Divine Redeemer Chapel in Elizabeth Township hosted the vigils. By the MVI Two area churches hosted candlelight prayer vigils Sunday ni...

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New teachers, security updates, cell phone policy will greet Charleroi Area students

By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter

August 24, 2026

For the first time, new educators were paired with experienced mentor teachers who will work with them during their first two years. As Charleroi Area students prepare to return to class Wednesday, th...

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West Mifflin addresses first-day bus issues

August 24, 2026

Parents took to social media last week to express their frustrations. By the MVI Many parents expressed their concerns after transportation issues caused long delays for bus rides on the first days of...

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Community gathers to celebrate faith and fellowship at Praise in the Park

By MICHAEL VINSICK mvinsick@yourmvi.com

August 24, 2026

Parishioners from five churches participated in the free event at the Monessen City Park Amphitheatre. It was a celebration of faith and community Saturday at the Monessen City Park Amphitheatre. Resi...

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Trolley museum opens pavilion

By SARAH PELLIS spellis@yourmvi.com

August 24, 2026

The trolley museum is open in the summer from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesdays to Sundays. The Pennsylvania Trolley Museum in Washington County officially opened its outdoor pavilion. The museum, located at...