WWII battle of Sidi Bou Zid claims life of Monessen son
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STORIES BEHIND THE STARS
By By JOHN J. TURANIN For the MVI 
August 24, 2024
Victor Albert Trilli was born and raised in Monessen before he joined the war effort. Editor’s Note: This story is part of Mon Valley Sons of World War II a series about our sons who lost their lives ...
Blaze damages unoccupied Elizabeth Township home
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By SARAH PELLIS spellis@yourmvi.com 
August 24, 2024
Fire Chief Adam Janosko said not enough manpower was the biggest hurdle while battling the fire. Elizabeth Township Fire Department and multiple mutual aid partners responded to a house fire Friday mo...
Around The Valley
August 24, 2024
PennDOT District 12 is announcing that single-lane restrictions on I-70 eastbound and westbound are scheduled for Monday and Tuesday between Exit 49 (Smithton) and Exits 46A/46B (Route 51) in Rostrave...
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By RICH CHOLODOFSKY Trib Total Media 
August 24, 2024
An attempted homicide charge was dismissed against a Rostraver Township man accused of firing a shot in the parking lot of a North Belle Vernon gas station. Amire Rodrick Ganoung, 20, pleaded guilty F...
Politics
August 24, 2024
To the Editor: As I listen intently to Donald Trump’s latest news conferences, several thoughts came to mind regarding his mental stability. Recently Trump has shifted gears, and revved up his rhetori...
BACK TO SCHOOL FOR EF, SERRA CATHOLIC STUDENTS
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August 23, 2024
More area students headed back to school Thursday for the first day of classes. Above, from left, Elizabeth Forward Middle School Principal Dr. Trisha Martell posed with Lola Triplett, Giana Hartung, ...
McKeesport hires interim superintendent
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By LADIMIR GARCIA lgarcia@yourmvi.com 
August 23, 2024
The school board plans to replace Tia Wanzo when her leave of absence ends Nov. 13. At a special meeting Thursday night, the McKeesport Area school board hired an acting superintendent to replace Tia ...
Fourth Street BBQ owner’s lawsuit results in apology
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By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter 
August 23, 2024
The suit was sparked by online comments in Uncensored Charleroi. A Monongahela man has apologized to a local businessman, his family and his employees for defamatory comments he made against them onli...
DCED discusses STMP benefits
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MONESSEN
By SARAH PELLIS spellis@yourmvi.com 
August 23, 2024
The program was set up to help communities overcome financial stress. Monessen officials and the public heard a presentation from the Department of Community and Economic Development at Thursday’s mee...
Around The Valley
By JIM BUSCH For the MVI 
August 23, 2024
The South Allegheny School Board filled numerous positions throughout the district. South Allegheny School Superintendent David Mc-Donald is excited for the start of the new school year. Students in t...
Around The Valley
By JIM BUSCH For the MVI 
August 23, 2024
Glassport’s inaugural Community Day is set for Saturday at Honor Roll Park. Work on the new Glassport police station is progressing on schedule. During a council meeting this week, Councilwoman Amy Na...
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Woman arrested for drunk driving with infant in car
August 23, 2024
A 65-year-old Donora man was killed in a crash in Menallen Township, Fayette County. The crash happened at around 10 p.m. Tuesday on Route 51 near Laurel Hill Road. The victim was identified as John H...
ALL SMILES HEADING BACK TO THE CLASSROOM
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August 22, 2024
Above, California Area Elementary School students, from left, Jahkiye Richardson, Raighleyn Richardson, Zadieyn Richardson, Avery Schaum, Acie’Arah Richardson and Baylee Neil are all smiles as they ge...
EF ready for start of new school year
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By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter 
August 22, 2024
Today is the first day of school for students in the Elizabeth Forward School District. Elizabeth Forward Warriors will head back to class today and leaders are excited to hear commotion in the halls....
‘Still taking it all in’: Charleroi man wins $1M from Pa. lottery
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August 22, 2024
Michael Matyas, a retired Charleroi police chief, bought the ticket at the Exxon in Speers. By the MVI A Charleroi man who recently retired for the second time won a $1 million jackpot from a Pennsylv...
Ringgold board clashes over policy for facility rentals
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By SARAH PELLIS spellis@yourmvi.com 
August 22, 2024
The board voted 6-2 to table a policy designating fees for organizations using district facilities and grounds. Ringgold School Board directors clashed before and during their meeting Wednesday about ...
Tonight’s the Night: Rod Stewart tribute to perform at the aquatorium
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ROCKIN’ ON THE MON SUMMER CONCERT SERIES
By MATT PETRAS For the MVI 
August 22, 2024
Local favorite Six Gun Sally will open for the main band. Tonight’s the Night, a Rod Stewart tribute with some of the original members, will play with opener Six Gun Sally at the Monongahela Aquatoriu...