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September 23, 2025
It was August 2023, and we made the decision to go to Pilsen for the 2025 Liberation Festival. It would also coincide with the 80th anniversary of the end of the war in Europe, V-E Day. We began telli...
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September 23, 2025
A Monessen man is accused of allegedly choking and assaulting a child multiple times during an alleged incident Saturday. Robert Haywood Moore, 43, was charged with two counts of strangulation, simple...
Western Pa. theaters, museums struggling with funding and audience retention
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September 22, 2025
Trends are positive, but the numbers are still below pre-pandemic levels. By ALEXIS PAPALIA TribLive On stages across Western Pennsylvania, the drama unfolding isn’t only scripted — it’s real. Five ye...
Monessen chief: False alarm at credit union
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By LADIMIR GARCIA lgarcia@yourmvi.com 
September 20, 2025
Monessen police responded to suspicious activity Friday involving an unattended bag around Valley 1st Community Federal Credit Union. Police Chief David Yuhasz said a man had been making a suspicious ...
Elizabeth Forward Area Community Chorus seeks singers
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By SARAH PELLIS spellis@yourmvi.com 
September 20, 2025
The Elizabeth Forward area group is preparing for its Christmas concert. The Elizabeth Forward Area Community Chorus is seeking new members in all voice parts. The choir began in 1972 and has performe...
Ribbon-cutting today at new veterans’ facility
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By SARAH PELLIS spellis@yourmvi.com 
September 20, 2025
Operation Troop Appreciation, which was established in 2004, is moving to a new location. Operation Troop Appreciation, a nonprofit organization based in West Mifflin, will have a grand opening celebr...
Rostraver library plans wine-tasting event
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By LADIMIR GARCIA lgarcia@yourmvi.com 
September 20, 2025
It will be held Oct. 25, and money raised will also go toward projects at the Smithton branch. Rostraver Public Library will hold a wine-tasting event to raise funds for the facility and its sister br...
Mon Valley Arts Festival to showcase local talent
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By SARAH PELLIS spellis@yourmvi.com 
September 19, 2025
There will also be a food drive benefiting the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank in conjunction with the Arts Fest set for Saturday. The sixth annual Mon Valley Arts Festival is set for this week...
Elizabeth Forward homecoming royalty
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September 19, 2025
Elizabeth Forward High School will host homecoming festivities Oct. 3 at Warrior Stadium. Shown are the 2025 homecoming court candidates: Brayden Kollar, Samantha Malek, Cole Metcalf, Aubrianna Cimba,...
Area man charged with sex crimes involving minors
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By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter 
September 19, 2025
A warrant has been issued for the arrest of 53-yearold James Faust Jr. A Monongahela man has been charged with a series of serious sex crimes following allegations from three minors who described repe...
Washington County hopes to add 3,000-seat event center
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By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter 
September 19, 2025
“With much of the initial groundwork complete, we are now eager to identify and connect with development partners who can assist in making this vision a reality and begin moving the project forward.” ...
NEWS BRIEF Construction delays expected due to I-70 project
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September 19, 2025
Traffic delays should be expected today on Interstate 70 in Rostraver Township and North Belle Vernon. A ramp closure and single- lane restrictions will be in place this weekend as part of a larger pa...
Apple Fest and Log House Days to mark milestones
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September 18, 2025
The annual celebrations will take place Sept. 27 in Elizabeth Township. For the MVI Apple Fest and Greenock Log House Days will again combine for a popular celebration of food, crafts, vendors, histor...
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By By RICH CHOLODOFSKY TribLive 
September 18, 2025
Potential federal cuts were not included in the budget. Westmoreland County Housing Authority board members on Tuesday approved the agency’s annual operating budget that officials hope will be an accu...
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By SARAH PELLIS spellis@yourmvi.com 
September 18, 2025
The Elizabeth Forward School Board learned Wednesday the debt service amount is less then they projected. Elizabeth Forward director of finance and operations Al Ragan gave some updates during Wednesd...
Mounted police unit presented $25K grant
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ALLEGHENY COUNTY
September 17, 2025
Members of the Mounted Unit attended specialized training in large animal rescue and identified a critical need for equipment that could save both animals and people during emergencies. By the MVI The...
2 wanted on animal cruelty charges
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By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter 
September 17, 2025
Dogs found chained behind their vacant apartment have been turned over to an animal rescue organization. Two people are facing charges after police discovered two neglected dogs chained behind a vacan...
Woman accused of attacking neighbor’s home with hammer
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By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter 
September 17, 2025
The suspect was ordered to undergo a mental health evaluation. A Clairton woman who claimed to be the “goddaughter of Donald Trump” is facing multiple charges after allegedly attacking her 77-year-old...
Attempted homicide charges filed in 2024 attack
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By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter 
September 17, 2025
A Fayette City man has been charged with attempted homicide nearly a year after state police say he physically assaulted and shot another man at a residence in Fayette City following the discovery of ...
Hand, foot and mouth cases reported
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MONESSEN SCHOOL DISTRICT
By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter 
September 16, 2025
Monessen School District confirmed more than five cases of hand, foot and mouth disease in its elementary school, according to Superintendent Dr. Robert Motte. In a letter to families Monday, Motte wr...