Cowboys acquire disgruntled cornerback Joey Porter Jr.
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October 2, 2026

Cowboys acquire disgruntled cornerback Joey Porter Jr.

FRISCO, Texas (AP) — Joey Porter Jr. says his back feels better, and it was his call to miss the first three games of the season in a contract stalemate that led to the Dallas Cowboys acquiring the cornerback in a trade with the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Ceremony celebrates opening of new St. Vincent de Paul HQ in West Mifflin
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Ceremony celebrates opening of new St. Vincent de Paul HQ in West Mifflin
By SARAH PELLIS spellis@yourmvi.com 
October 2, 2026
It’s located in the former Holy Spirit Church and is open six days a week. The Society of St. Vincent de Paul held an official opening Thursday for its West Mifflin headquarters. The grand opening of ...
Delinquent sanitation fees list leads to clash
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Delinquent sanitation fees list leads to clash
By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter 
October 2, 2026
Several residents have complained to council about incorrect information being released. Donora has collected more than $19,000 in delinquent sanitation fees since Aug. 28, but borough officials clash...
House OKs bill to let unaffiliated voters participate in Pa. primaries
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House OKs bill to let unaffiliated voters participate in Pa. primaries
By By CARTER WALKER Votebeat 
October 2, 2026
The measure likely won’t become law this legislative session, but its House passage represents a key milestone for advocates. HARRISBURG — For the first time in recent memory, a bill to open up Pennsy...
Couple charged with endangering welfare of children
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Couple charged with endangering welfare of children
By SARAH PELLIS spellis@yourmvi.com 
October 2, 2026
Charges against Thomas Tatters and Samantha Jo O’Leary were filed after an alleged domestic incident Wednesday in White Oak. A White Oak couple is facing several charges for allegedly hurting the woma...
Monessen police alert public about bear sightings
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Monessen police alert public about bear sightings
October 2, 2026
They offered advice on how to keep the animals away from residential settings. By the MVI The Monessen Police Department issued an announcement Thursday about reports of bear sightings in the area. “B...
TODAY IN HISTORY
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TODAY IN HISTORY
October 2, 2026
Today in history: Today is Friday, Oct. 2, the 275th day of 2026. There are 90 days left in the year. On Oct. 2, 1967, Thurgood Marshall joined the U.S. Supreme Court as its first African American jus...