BVA senior earns Eagle Scout rank for project at Rostraver library
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By LADIMIR GARCIA lgarcia@yourmvi.com 
October 17, 2024
Thomas Breckenridge was recognized Wednesday night by the Rostraver Public Library board. A Belle Vernon Area High School senior received the prestigious Eagle Scout rank for work he completed at the ...
EF residents want district to livestream school board meetings
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By SARAH PELLIS spellis@yourmvi.com 
October 17, 2024
One resident started an online petition to get Elizabeth Forward School District officials to start livestreaming meetings. Elizabeth Forward School District residents and board members went into furt...
Glassport moves ahead on several projects, announces upcoming events
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By JIM BUSCH For the MVI 
October 17, 2024
Council entered its third year of a contract with Waste Management Inc., for garbage collection. Glassport council provided updates on several ongoing projects during Tuesday’s meeting. The Pennsylvan...
Ringgold hires new athletic director
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By MICHAEL RICHTER, mrichter@yourmvi.com 
October 17, 2024
Scott Stephenson previously served as athletic director at West Mifflin Area School District. Ringgold School Board hired Scott Stephenson as the district’s new athletic director during Wednesday’s me...
New Monessen police vehicle
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October 17, 2024
Monessen Mayor Ron Mozer is shown presenting the keys to a new police vehicle to Monessen Police Chief Dave Yuhasz. The purchase of the 2023 Ford Police Interceptor from C Harper was recently approved...
Trick or Treat times in the Mon Valley
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October 17, 2024
Allegheny County • Dravosburg — 6 to 7:30 p.m. Oct. 31; costume parade at the borough building parking lot at 5 p.m. Call 412-466-5200 to register your child. • Elizabeth Borough —6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Oct...
Halloween parades/events around the Mon Valley
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October 17, 2024
Allegheny County • Dravosburg — Costume parade at the borough building parking lot at 5 p.m. Oct. 31. Call 412-466-5200 to register your child. • Elizabeth Borough – 7 p.m. Oct. 28; line up at 6:15 p....
Veterans court offers redemption chance for former service members
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By By RICH CHOLODOFSKY TribLive 
October 17, 2024
There are currently 15 veterans enrolled in Westmoreland County’s program. John Novotnak knew he needed help. The U.S. Army serviceman whose eight-year career included a tour of duty in Iraq, struggle...
MAWC recovers over $880K in stolen funds, upgrades cybersecurity efforts
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By By RICH CHOLODOFSKY TribLive 
October 17, 2024
The Municipal Authority of Westmoreland County was targeted in June by scammers who posed as a vendor. Municipal Authority of Westmoreland County officials said the water and sewer utility has recover...
FIREFIGHTERS VISIT MONESSEN SCHOOL
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October 16, 2024
Monessen Elementary Center fourth-grader Aniyah Howard tried on a fire helmet with the help of Monessen Downtown firefighter Nate Lynch. To purchase this photo and more from our online photo gallery, ...
Pulitzer Prize winner speaks at Monessen Library luncheon
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By SARAH PELLIS spellis@yourmvi.com 
October 16, 2024
Martha Rial talked about her career as well as her longtime love for libraries. The St. Spyridon Hellenic Center was filled with Monessen pride Tuesday afternoon during the 32nd annual Friends of the ...
Charleroi Area getting positive response to first farmers market
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By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter 
October 16, 2024
Free food was distributed to more than 350 families at the event last month. More than 350 families were served at Charleroi Area School District’s farmers market last month. On Sept. 26, the district...
McKeesport getting strong interest in superintendent’s job
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By MICHAEL RICHTER, mrichter@yourmvi.com 
October 16, 2024
More than 10 people have applied already, and the process will continue through the end of October. McKeesport Area School District has received more than 10 applications in its search for a new super...
BVA will consider tax agreement with WCHA
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By LADIMIR GARCIA lgarcia@yourmvi.com 
October 16, 2024
Rostraver Township and Westmoreland County would also be involved in the proposed deal. Representatives from the Westmoreland County Housing Authority gave a presentation to Belle Vernon Area school b...
Westmoreland airport director dispels rumor regarding overnight immigrant flights
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By By RENATTA SIGNORINI TribLive 
October 16, 2024
Gabe Monzo said the rumor has sparked calls from area residents, police and political campaigns. There are not thousands of immigrants being flown in overnight to Arnold Palmer Regional Airport in Uni...
Chilly night for soccer
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October 15, 2024
Fans bundled up to stay warm Monday night as the Charleroi girls soccer team hosted Steel Valley. From left are David White, Ezri Decker, Olivia Kostelac and Camryn French. Jenn Codeluppi / Mon Valley...
Ringgold football case ends with no charges
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October 15, 2024
The team will be permitted to resume its season Friday night. By LIAM BELAN lbelan@yourmvi.com The Ringgold School District conducted a thorough investigation into alleged misconduct by high school fo...
New option proposed for suspended licenses
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By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter 
October 15, 2024
A potential new law would adopt community service as a form of payment. Drivers who’ve had their license suspended following routine violations could have a new option to pay their fines and get back ...
McKeesport sets fall festival
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By MICHAEL RICHTER, mrichter@yourmvi.com 
October 15, 2024
Events are focused toward teens and their families, but people of all ages are welcome. McKeesport will hold a fall festival for the city’s teenagers and families from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday behind Fire...