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November 12, 2026

FRIDAY

Don’t miss the latest from Donora and the McKeesport school board in Friday’s Mon Valley Independent.

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By SARAH PELLIS spellis@yourmvi.com 
November 12, 2026
The school board member and Elizabeth Township police chief says he’s been the victim of false accusations. Elizabeth Forward school board members and the public discussed a letter that was released l...
Chess Park renamed to honor veterans
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By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter 
November 12, 2026
A new monument was placed in the park to reflect the name change. Small American flags were scattered throughout the crowd Wednesday morning as veterans, city officials and residents gathered at Chess...
Superintendent responds to report on mold issues
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MONESSEN CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
By SARAH PELLIS spellis@yourmvi.com 
November 12, 2026
Plans remain in effect to have students return to the middle/high school building on Monday. Many Monessen City School District parents say they are angry, confused and shocked after a recent KDKA inv...
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By By THOMAS LETURGEY For the MVI 
November 12, 2026
The 2027 borough budget is scheduled to be voted on and ratified on Dec. 15. West Mifflin officials hosted a public hearing Tuesday for its proposed 2027 municipal budget. The proposed spending plans ...