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May 23, 2026
Meetings in local government next week Every week, the Mon Valley Independent editorial staff will share upcoming government meetings around the Mid-Mon Valley. If there’s an item or other event of pu...
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May 23, 2026
On Sunday, Our Brother’s Keeper will hold its annual Memorial Day 22-mile walk through the Mon Valley dedicated to former U.S. Marine Corps sergeant Deana Martorella of Charleroi, who tragically died ...
Monessen prepares for ‘Music in the Park’ series
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By By LADIMIR GARCIA lgarcia@youmivi 
May 22, 2026
It will open with a concert by the Billy Price Band on June 27. .com Monessen is gearing up for its second annual “Music in the Park” summer concert series, which will feature four different weekend p...
Centerville Clinics honors retired executive director Janet Bitonti
Around The Valley, Features
May 22, 2026
For the MVI According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average tenure of a young professional in their first job ranges from just over one year to just under three years. Research also show...
Residents monitor deteriorating Westwood land
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By By THOMAS LETURGEY For the MVI 
May 22, 2026
Several of them asked council to take action at this week’s meeting. West Mifflin council held a public hearing prior to Wednesday’s meeting for a Zoning Text Amendment that altered provisions of Chap...
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May 22, 2026
POLICE LOG Clairton • Jayvon Ellis, 33, of Pittsburgh was charged with simple assault, recklessly endangering another person and strangulation stemming from an alleged incident Tuesday, court records ...
McKeesport Area prom royalty
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May 21, 2026
McKeesport Area High School will celebrate prom tonight. Shown are members of the 2026 prom court, front row, from left, Teagan Gallagher, Kelsey Alesius, Ni’Zhay Jefferson, Rakihya Freeman and Kimia ...
Monongahela Main Street project will tell the stories behind historic buildings
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By LADIMIR GARCIA lgarcia@yourmvi.com 
May 21, 2026
MMSP’s Rivers of Steel project will include the development of a series of “storytelling posters” designed to be placed throughout store windows. The Monongahela Main Street Program is in the final st...
Monessen firefighters investigate gas odor at business plaza
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May 21, 2026
Monessen firefighters were called to the area of Park Centre Plaza on Wednesday morning for reports of gas odors. After an investigation, crews spoke with the sewage authority, who advised that gasoli...
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Donora
May 21, 2026
Charleroi Regional • Mamadou Alpha Diallo, 33, address unknown was charged with criminal trespassing and burglary stemming from an alleged incident May 13, court records state. • Kemsley Jean Jacques,...
Around The Valley, Entertainment
May 21, 2026
Music Tonight • Free concert in the Square with Louie Kampert, Elizabeth Borough Square, 5 p.m. • Push, Coconut Joe’s Tiki Bar, Finleyville, 6:30 p.m. • Karaoke, Lock 4, Speers, 6 p.m. • Oldies Dance,...
BVA Softball Teams Raise Money for the Bag Brigade
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May 21, 2026
Belle Vernon Area High School and Middle School softball teams recently presented a check from their annual Bag Brigade fundraiser. Kathy Kelly and Ashlee Eisengart founded the Bag Brigade nearly a de...
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May 21, 2026
Westmoreland County Community College earns 2026-27 Military Friendly Schools Gold Designation Westmoreland earned the 2026-2027 Military Friendly Schools Designation recognized as a Gold School. Inst...
Trial begins in 2021 shooting death of McKeesport woman
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May 20, 2026
The defense says suspect had no motive to kill. By PAULA REED WARD TribLive Isaac Smith’s burner phone was the last one to call Karli Short just minutes before she was shot. The revolver he bought six...
BVA approves preliminary budget with $500K deficit; honors students
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By By LADIMIR GARCIA Igarcia @yourmvi .com 
May 20, 2026
School board members will consider several options to bring it into balance before a final vote. The Belle Vernon Area school board approved a preliminary budget Tuesday that includes a $500,000 defic...
Ringgold prom royalty
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May 20, 2026
Ringgold High School will hold prom Thursday evening with the theme, “The Great Gatsby.” The Grand March will begin at 4:30 p.m., with the doors opening at 3:30 p.m. for viewing the event. Tickets can...
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McKeesport
May 20, 2026
Carroll Township • Melissa Sproul, 46, of Charleroi was charged with theft by unlawful taking, theft of property and receiving stolen property stemming from an alleged incident May 1, court records st...
Jail guard placed on leave after deadly inmate stabbing at Allegheny County Jail
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May 20, 2026
By JUSTIN VELLUCCI TribLive An Allegheny County Jail guard has been placed on unpaid leave after a deadly stabbing at the Downtown lockup last week. Officials Tuesday declined to name the correctional...
Allegheny County residents warned of Increased risk for ticks and Lyme disease
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May 19, 2026
The Department of Health has reported a rise in emergency department visits throughout the state. By MEGAN TROTTER TribLive As Allegheny County residents step outside to enjoy near-record heat this we...
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McKeesport
May 19, 2026
Donora • Dae’Sean Thyler Reeves, 19, of Donora was charged with hindering apprehension, carrying a firearm without a license, tampering with evidence, providing false identification to law enforcement...