Army Sgt. 1st Class Andrew Jay patrols the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier on May 15 at Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, Va. With Memorial Day approaching, the cemetery — which is run by the U.S....

The American Battlefield Trust recommends these events and programs to commemorate the holiday across the country. American Battlefield Trust In the years following the Civil War, Americans began dedi...

By the MVI This Memorial Day, one way to honor the fallen and pay tribute to those who have served is by donating to the Pennsylvania Veterans’ Memorial Trust Fund. The Pennsylvania Veterans’ Memorial...

American Legion Post 28 Commander Ron Chromulak and state Rep. Eric Davanzo placed a memorial wreath last year. The Mon Valley Honor Guard is shown at the 2024 Memorial Day service in Donora.

By the MVI The 157th National Memorial Day Observance, recognizing and commemorating the fallen men and women of the U.S. Armed Forces, is scheduled for 11 a.m. Monday, May 26, in the Memorial Amphith...

SAN DIEGO (AP) — A private jet carrying a music talent agent and five others hit a power line in foggy weather early Thursday and crashed into a San Diego neighborhood, slamming into a home and killin...

The number of white nationalist, hate and anti-government groups around the U.S. dropped slightly in 2024, not because of any shrinking influence but rather the opposite. Many feel their beliefs, whic...

FAMILY FEATURES When the crisp air of spring tickles your face and sunrays splash you with warmth, you know salad season has arrived. With fresh flavors abounding this season, the options are nearly e...

golden beets thinly sliced 2 tablespoons walnuts, toasted and chopped, for garnish 1 bag Success Jasmine Rice 1/4 cup olive oil 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1 ...

Prep time: 5 minutes Cook time: 30 minutes Servings: 4 1 Minute Hot Honey Chicken Seasoned Rice Cup 1 pound ground chicken 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional) 1/4 cup breadcrumbs 4 ho...

A Simple, Skewered Side Keep your summer meals simple by leaning into versatile ingredients that can help you whip up a variety of side dishes. These Grilled Red Potato Skewers display the delicious, ...

Bright colors and fresh flavor bring out the best in summer meals, starting with seasonal salads that look as though the ingredients were just picked from a garden. Orange, grapefruit and avocado are ...

FAMILY FEATURES ew things complement warm weather like a summer spread with everyone’s favorite foods. From fresh appetizers and classics like grilled hot dogs to skewered sides and sweet, sugary dess...

Summer meals from small plates to grilled fare may be tasty, but don’t fill up entirely on the main course. Remember to save room for your favorite warm-weather sweets. These Brown Sugar Meringues pro...

• Elbert Christopher Millender, 29, of Pittsburgh was charged with terroristic threats and harassment stemming from an alleged incident Friday, court records state. • Kari Lombardi, 42, of Clairton wa...

HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — A man accused of trying to burn down Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro ‘s official residence is seeking to delay his next scheduled court appearance because he is receiving mental ...

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Trump administration says making cents doesn’t make sense anymore. The U.S. Mint has made its final order of penny blanks and plans to stop producing the coin when those run out,...

The editorial department of the Mon Valley Independent encourages letters to the editor. Letters must be no more than 500 words, must be in good taste and must include the author’s name, town of resid...

IF YOU DON’T VOTE, YOU CAN’T COMPLAIN. We’ve all heard this saying before, but never has it rung so true than for Tuesday’s primary election. Despite beginning the process to elect local leaders who w...

DEAR ABBY: I have known “Sheila” for 30 years. We were once dear friends. She was always a social drinker. Twelve years ago, she lost her husband to cancer and began drinking increasingly heavily. She...