Bullpen blows big lead before Bucs walk off on error
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September 2, 2026

Bullpen blows big lead before Bucs walk off on error

By By KEVIN GORMAN TribLive 

The Pittsburgh Pirates had recorded a nine-run inning only for the bullpen to blow a six-run lead, so they needed some ninth-inning magic.

Teen, mom held for trial in fatal stabbing
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Teen, mom held for trial in fatal stabbing
By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter 
September 2, 2026
Evidence implicating Royce and Rachel Moser in the crime was presented Tuesday at their preliminary hearings. Jerad and Leane Heintz walked hand in hand into a Washington County courtroom Tuesday and ...
Groundbreaking marks first step in Elizabeth Twp. playground project
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Groundbreaking marks first step in Elizabeth Twp. playground project
By SARAH PELLIS spellis@yourmvi.com 
September 2, 2026
Construction work is expected to start soon. After years of planning, an official groundbreaking was held Tuesday for the new Richard Maha Memorial Playground in the Industry area of Elizabeth Townshi...
Alternative school sites considered due to mold issue
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Alternative school sites considered due to mold issue
By MICHAEL VINSICK mvinsick@yourmvi.com 
September 2, 2026
Students may be able to learn online or go to the Civic Center or Redstone School in Brownsville. Monessen school officials are weighing their options for location alternatives as the school year rema...
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September 2, 2026
Don’t miss the latest from Charleroi and McKeesport in Thursday’s Mon Valley Independent.
U.S. Steel, union extend negotiations as labor pact expires
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U.S. Steel, union extend negotiations as labor pact expires
By By JAMES ENGEL TribLive 
September 2, 2026
Healthcare remains among the primary sticking points between the company and its union. Contract negotiations between U.S. Steel and the United Steelworkers union will continue after both agreed to a ...
Summer Lee, James Hayes set for rematch in Pa.’s 12th Congressional District
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Summer Lee, James Hayes set for rematch in Pa.’s 12th Congressional District
By By JUSTIN VELLUCCI TribLive 
September 2, 2026
The progressive incumbent and the GOP challenger spar over the economy, immigration and “extreme” politics. Democratic incumbent U.S. Rep. Summer Lee faces a rematch with Republican James Hayes in her...