THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION accounts for 4% of federal spending. That’s less than Health and Human Services, Social Security Administration, the Treasury, Defense and Veterans Affairs. The 2024 federa...

Police, firefighters and EMS providers were represented at the event. Monessen had its second Night Out Tuesday evening, with first responders welcoming kids and families to discuss what they do every...

McKeesport’s annual celebration of entertainment and food will continue today and Thursday. International Village boasted a multicultural mix of cuisine and live entertainment on its opening night at ...

It was suggested that Marion Elementary School may eventually need to be replaced. The Belle Vernon Area school board considered improvements to some district buildings at Tuesday’s meeting. Jon Thoma...

The latest incident involved a glass block window in the bathroom. Vandalism continues to be a problem at Community Bank Park in North Belle Vernon. At Tuesday’s meeting, council discussed the latest ...

By Emilio Galis For the MVI In today’s health-care climate, it seems many medical practices are spending less and less time with their patients, despite higher deductibles and copays. When a physician...

Installation of about 50 miles of fiber optic cable needed for high-speed internet access in remote areas of Westmoreland County is about 60% complete, officials said Tuesday. The $3.5 million project...

The charges are related to an incident involving a non-verbal resident. Two staff members at an Elizabeth Township residential care facility are accused of abusing and endangering a client after an al...

• Mark Stadterman, 64, of Yukon was charged with intent to possess a controlled substance after an alleged incident Aug. 1, court records state. A preliminary hearing before Magisterial District Judge...

You may have seen reports that Vice President Kamala Harris, currently running for president without an agenda, plans to “flip the script” on the border. “Harris tries to flip the script on Trump on t...

At least three news outlets were leaked confidential material from inside the Donald Trump campaign, including its report vetting JD Vance as a vice presidential candidate. So far, each has refused to...

GEORGE WASHINGTON was not a third-party candidate. He was a no-party candidate. He was adamantly opposed to the idea of political parties, believing them to be detrimental to the intent of the constit...

WASHINGTON (AP) — In some corners of the Democratic Party, last week felt like déjà vu. The party’s vice-presidential nominee’s military record was under assault from Republicans — attacks reminiscent...

As X’s owner and most followed user, Elon Musk has increasingly used the social media platform as a microphone to amplify his political views and, lately, those of right-wing figures he’s aligned with...

The annual event, held before the start of International Village, is in its 15th year. Children’s laughter and excitement permeated throughout Renziehausen Park on a breezy Monday afternoon. Hundreds ...

The return of the rodeo drew a large crowd Sunday night. The Washington County Agricultural Fair was buzzing Monday with the noises of farm animals and people enjoying everything the fair had to offer...

The district issued a statement after threats were reported through the Safe2Say program. The Ringgold school district is investigating threats reported through Safe2Say involving students and the mid...

Supervisors had heated exchanges on several topics Monday night. Forward Township residents who’ve packed meetings for the past several months have grown tired of bickering among supervisors. While re...

The effort will start with the borough’s 15 largest delinquent accounts. Solicitor Ashley Puchalski told White Oak Council at Monday’s meeting that she will continue to pursue unpaid trash bills in th...

By RENATTA SIGNORINI Trib Total Media A husband and wife are accused of smuggling drugs into the Westmoreland County Prison by concealing them in a suit jacket needed for a court appearance, according...