Young first responders learning on the job
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By SARAH PELLIS spellis@yourmvi.com 
November 1, 2025
They’re helping the community while earning valuable skills for the fields they plan to pursue. National First Responders Day took place last week and Fire Prevention Week was held in October, but the...
Washington County takes next step in rollout of new digital 911 radio project
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October 31, 2025
The system is expected to be operational in early 2027. By the MVI After years of planning, a major Washington County project is taking a big step forward, with local leaders stressing the importance ...
Vehicle crash on I-70
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October 31, 2025
Rostraver Township police and firefighters were called to a vehicle crash about 9 a.m. Thursday on Interstate 70 east at Exit 43. Occupants were able to exit the vehicle on their own and were evaluate...
MVA Town-to-Town Minigrants awarded to Valley organizations
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By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter 
October 30, 2025
The Mon Valley Alliance Foundation partners with cfsbank to support local organizations and projects through the grant program. Four Mon Valley organizations are getting a boost to help bring local hi...
City couple accused of neglecting, starving 2 dogs
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By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter 
October 30, 2025
A Monessen couple is facing multiple charges after police say they found two malnourished pit bulls in their backyard and a veterinary report confirmed signs of starvation, infection and neglect, poli...
Union: PennWest to furlough more than a dozen employees
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October 30, 2025
By KELLEN STEPLER TribLive Pennsylvania Western University plans to furlough employees at its campuses in California and Clarion because of financial and enrollment challenges. Earlier this month, Pen...
Elizabeth Township discusses township growth
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By SARAH PELLIS spellis@yourmvi.com 
October 30, 2025
Elizabeth Township resident Eric Piper encouraged the commissioners to start working on goals outlined in the comprehensive plan. Resident Eric Piper addressed Elizabeth Township commissioners during ...
California gets new ATV following concerns amid Pike Run bridge closure
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October 29, 2025
Mayor Frank Stetar, a volunteer firefighter, said they had concerns after an incident closed the only entrance into Coal Center. By MATT PETRAS For the MVI California Borough obtained a new off-road e...
With 20th EV charging station, Pa. leads nation
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By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter 
October 29, 2025
The NEVI program will now invest in EV charging options for local communities. Pennsylvania hit a milestone in the national push for electric vehicle infrastructure — and the road ahead could run stra...
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October 29, 2025
The $1.7 billion new terminal at Pittsburgh International Airport is expected to open by Thanksgiving. Parking will be easier to find at Pittsburgh International Airport as renovations near completion...
Elizabeth Rotary promotes learning and literacy
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October 28, 2025
This month, members of the Rotary Club of Elizabeth continued their annual Dictionary Project, bringing smiles and learning to third-grade students across the Elizabeth Forward School District. Rotari...
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October 28, 2025
Corry Sanders sought the office in McKeesport in 2023. By PAULA REED WARD TribLive A man who ran unsuccessfully for mayor in McKeesport two years ago pleaded no contest on Monday to a pair of misdemea...
Friends of the Monessen Public Library recognized
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By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter 
October 27, 2025
The city designated a week in honor of the organization’s mission. City officials formally recognized the Friends of the Monessen Public Library during this month’s council meeting, issuing a proclama...
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By SARAH PELLIS spellis@yourmvi.com 
October 27, 2025
The borough hired a new chief in September and four new officers this month. A lot has been going on with White Oak’s police department lately as council members addressed some policing items this pas...
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October 27, 2025
A Monessen man died after being struck by a vehicle Saturday in Rostraver Township, according to Westmoreland County Coroner Tim Carson. Darren C. Snyder, 52, was walking in the area of 845 Rostraver ...
Building damaged in hit and run
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October 25, 2025
Firefighters helped to stabilize a building following a hit and run Friday night in Monessen that damaged a garage. Additional information wasn’t available prior to press time. Charleroi Fire Departme...
Mutiny’s reach across and beyond the Valley
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October 25, 2025
With its increasing popularity, Deon Webb Jr. landed his brand in the Monroeville Mall at The Collab clothing launching Mutiny’s official website. By KYLE NELSON McKeesport Community Newsroom Entrepre...
Liberty proposes 1-mill tax increase
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October 25, 2025
The borough has not had a tax increase since 2018. By THOMAS LETURGEY For the MVI Liberty Borough property owners may be paying more taxes next year. During a meeting this week, council unanimously ap...
Route 88 railroad structure maintenance scheduled in Speers
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October 25, 2025
PennDOT District 12 announced single-lane restrictions on Route 88 under the railroad structure between Interstate 70 eastbound and westbound ramps in Speers Borough beginning Monday until the end of ...
Parents express concern over lack of heat at EF High School
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By SARAH PELLIS spellis@yourmvi.com 
October 24, 2025
Superintendent Keith Konyk said a temporary heating source is being used until Monday. As colder temperatures hit the region, some Elizabeth Forward School District parents voiced their concerns onlin...