The Belle Vernon Area Middle School student council recently sponsored spirit days and casual for a cause days. The school used the proceeds to make a $900 donation to the Salvation Army. Pictured, fr...

NEW YORK (AP) — The man accused of killing UnitedHealthcare’s CEO was whisked back to New York by plane and helicopter Thursday to face new federal charges of stalking and murder, which could bring th...

As he enters the final month of his first and only presidential term, Joe Biden is speaking to history, emphasizing the positive side of his legacy while he can still command an audience. Biden rightl...

THE COUNTDOWN IS ON. With Christmas just five days away, the Mon Valley Independent is calling on Mon Valley residents to join our Christmas Cheer Club. Through this annual program, gifts are collecte...

A North Charleroi man allegedly offered a 15-year-old girl $20 to perform a sex act at the bus stop on McKean Avenue in Donora. Mark A. Schneider, 67, is charged with corruption of minors, unlawful co...

The Charleroi Public Library, the Charleroi Fire Department and Harvest Bounty each received a $600 donation from the old (1920-1970) Tenth Street Neighborhood Reunion Committee in Charleroi. For many...

The “No Hate In Our State” town hall held Wednesday night in Charleroi was a place of great debate. Hosted by the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission, the event featured panelists led by PHRC Exec...

Only four workers, so far, have accepted Anchor Hocking’s offer of a full-time job in Lancaster, a union official said. By JOE NAPSHA TribLive Anchor Hocking workers who agree to move from Charleroi t...

Mayor Ron Mozer hosted the forum to get feedback and share ideas with city residents. Mayor Ron Mozer held a town hall Wednesday night to generate ideas for economic development in Monessen, but much ...

Councilman Chad Rager said everyone did a “great job” this year. Elizabeth Borough Council passed its 2025 budget at its monthly meeting Wednesday evening. The spending plan, which does not include a ...

Experts said holding a body for so long is highly irregular. By PAULA REED WARD TribLive A death penalty case against a Washington County man charged with killing his baby took a grisly turn last week...

Residents will also see an increase in garbage bills. Glassport residents will have an increase in both their tax and garbage bills next year. Glassport council approved its 2025 budget during Tuesday...

By RICH CHOLODOFSKY TribLive A backup generator to keep the lights on during power outages at the Westmoreland County Courthouse will cost about $2.2 million. Commissioners are expected this week to a...

DO YOU HAVE TWO SPARE hours each week that if you don’t put them to good use, they will be lost forever? Two hours that could be put to good use by doing something special to help some of your neighbo...

It was nice to see Crystal Mangum, victim of the nonexistent gang rape by Duke lacrosse players in 2006, admit last week that it was all a fake-out. Many of you were happy, though bored, and moved on....

They partner with the Monessen Family Center to benefit area children. Monessen’s volunteer fire departments held their annual toy drive Tuesday night to provide gifts for children in the area. Moness...

John Inglis will resign effective Jan. 6 after winning a state House seat. West Mifflin Council unanimously approved a 2025 budget with no tax increases at Tuesday’s meeting. Council passed the regula...

Mon Valley Paws recently presented its Gold Recognition Award to the Knights of Columbus Council No. 954 of Monessen for its donations to the nonprofit organization. Mon Valley Paws comprises a dedica...

Pennsylvania’s governor traveled extensively as a Democratic surrogate, spending money on consultants, private flights, ritzy hotels and more. By STEPHEN CARUSO and KATIE MEYER Spotlight PA HARRISBURG...

Next year’s budget was approved unanimously. North Belle Vernon Council voted to keep tax rates steady for the upcoming year at Tuesday’s meeting. Council President Brett Berish and council members Jo...