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September 5, 2026

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SPORTS
September 5, 2026
Charleroi wins big Elijah Allah scored two TDs on offense and one on defense in a rout of Carlynton. B1
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TUESDAY
September 5, 2026
Don’t miss our coverage of the Renzie Rib Fest in McKeesport in Tuesday’s print edition of the MVI.
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E-INDEX
September 5, 2026
online only E-scooters in Pa. E1 Waiting for childcare E2 What the Grub E3-4 Sports Overtime E8-10
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Property tax hike hasn’t been considered in Monongahela
By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter 
September 5, 2026
City officials clarify that it’s far too early to begin that process. City officials say no property tax increase has been proposed for 2027 as Monongahela begins the early stages of its budget proces...