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October 29, 2026
The Monongahela Area Library shelved the following in September: Memorials and Commemoration Books Linda Dejeet “What Would You Rather Be? A King Penguin or a King Cobra?” by Jerry Pallotta, and “Lost...
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October 29, 2026
• Collinsburg Fire Co. of Rostraver Township Halloween event, 514 Hickory Drive, West Newton, costume contest, everyone is welcome to a slice of pizza and soft drink. Each child will receive a treat b...
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October 28, 2026
The Monongahela Area Library shelved the following in September: Memorials/ Commemoration Books Dolly Parton “Mario Takes Off!” by Benjamin Harper, “Can You Survive the Titanic?” by Allison Lassieur, ...
Mon Valley Catholic class of 1969 turns 75
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October 28, 2026
The alumni of Mon Valley Catholic High School Class of 1969 gathered to celebrate their 75th birthdays on Sept. 19 at Palmer Park’s John Lignelli pavilion in Donora. Submitted
Saints Joachim and Anne host Night at the Races
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October 28, 2026
Saints Joachim and Anne Catholic Parish, its Knights of Columbus and Holy Name Society, hosted a Night at the Races at the Queen of the Rosary Campus in Glassport. Great food, baskets, raffles and doo...
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October 28, 2026
Happy Birthday: Put your energy toward personal and professional gains. Distance yourself from unfriendly situations. Avoid risks that can hinder your reputation or financial standing. Put more though...
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October 28, 2026
The following have applied for marriage licenses through the Westmoreland County Register of Wills: • Michael R. Sever, 43, and Sarah Martha Sever, 34, both of West Newton • Dain Anthony Bancroft, 37,...
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October 28, 2026
TODAY IN HISTORY 28 Today is Wednesday, Oct. 28, the 301st day of 2026. There are 64 days left in the year. Today in history: On Oct. 28, 1886, the Statue of Liberty, a gift from the people of France,...
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October 28, 2026
• Donora Smog Committee Halloween parade, lineup at 6 p.m. on Third Street in the Dollar General parking lot; parade starts at 6:30 p.m. • City of Monessen Halloween parade, 6:30 p.m., lineup at 5:45 ...
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October 28, 2026
An Election Day grab and go lunch and bake sale will be held Tuesday at the Port Vue United Methodist Church, 1564 Washington Blvd. The bake sale starts at 7 a.m., lunch will be available at 10 a.m. T...
Married woman’s former flames keep resurfacing
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October 28, 2026
DEAR ABBY: I am 39 and have been with my husband for 20 years. We got together when we were young, and our two kids are almost grown. Early in our relationship, he cheated on me several times. I was a...
Cautious about using AI
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October 28, 2026
DEAR HARRIETTE: I’ve spent years building a creative business, developing my skills and establishing relationships with clients. Now, with AI making it possible for people to create logos, marketing m...
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October 27, 2026
Today in history: Today is Tuesday, Oct. 27, the 300th day of 2026. There are 65 days left in the year. On Oct. 27, 2018, a gunman shot and killed 11 congregants and wounded six others at Pittsburgh’s...
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October 27, 2026
Happy Birthday: Explore possibilities, engage in functions that help you show off your talents and press forward with what you can do for yourself. Recognize those who want to benefit from your skills...
Friend’s gift-reselling habit grows irksome
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October 27, 2026
DEAR ABBY: My husband and I are friendly with another couple, “Matt” and “Mara.” They have two young children, one of whom is autistic. We have five children, so we understand the daily challenges of ...
Reader is hurt by friend’s birthday trip cancellation
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October 27, 2026
DEAR HARRIETTE: I recently planned a birthday trip to Costa Rica and had three friends joining me. However, at the last minute, one of my friends canceled. Although she still paid her portion, I still...
‘Picasso of Pumpkin Carvers’ brings artistry to a Halloween tradition
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By By TERRY CHEA Associated Press 
October 27, 2026
HALF MOON BAY, Calif. (AP) — When fall arrives and leaves start changing color, Mike Valladao, a systems engineer at a cybersecurity company, slips into his alter ego, “Farmer Mike,” also known as the...
Paint and Sip at St. Sebastians
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October 27, 2026
The Ladies of Faith of St. Sebastian Church, Broad Avenue, North Belle Vernon will host a paint and sip at noon Nov. 7 in the St. Sebastian social hall. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. Ticket cost is $35 and...
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Bible Chapel to host monthly men’s breakfast
October 27, 2026
Women with Purpose is sponsoring a dinner special of fish and chicken wings from noon to 4 p.m. Friday at Mt. Calvary Baptist Church, 230 Reed Ave., Monessen. The Bible Chapel of Rostraver, 203 Johnso...