Half the federal money will go toward water and sewer system projects in Pennsylvania. Congress passed legislation that will provide funding to reduce pollution from abandoned mines and create a progr...

Members of the Monessen Police Department, Monessen No. 1 (downtown) Fire Department , Monessen Hilltop Fire Department and Mon Valley Emergency Medical Services attended an inaugural Monessen First R...

Despite partisan challenges, lawmakers managed to pass some notable bills in 2023 and 2024, including a major education boost. By STEPHEN CARUSO and KATIE MEYER Spotlight PA HARRISBURG — The divided P...

Saints Joachim and Anne Catholic Parish Youth Ministry recently sorted and distributed more than 80 holiday food bags for those in need this holiday season at the St. Michael Campus in Elizabeth. Show...

It’s sent electronically each month to help them keep up with important information in the district. Families in the Belle Vernon Area School District may have noticed something new in their inboxes. ...

The township’s reorganization meeting is set for Jan. 6. Fallowfield Township will enter 2025 with a small budget deficit due to funds previously allocated to complete the Wesley Avenue storm water pr...

THE STATE DOES a lot of things to keep people safe. It creates laws about domestic violence. It paints lines on roads. It makes sure the water is clean, the ground is unpolluted and the air is clear. ...

Donald Trump is escalating his long-running vendetta against the media. “It costs a lot of money to do it, but we have to straighten out the press,” he declared recently. The media must fight back, bu...

By DAVID BAUDER AND LINLEY SANDERS Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) — As a Democrat who immersed himself in political news during the presidential campaign, Ziad Aunallah has much in common with many Am...

To the Editor: My mom always told me that you have to find out the hard way. She was right. Very stubborn child I was. Elon Musk wants to shut the government down. Donnie and Musk are not going to hav...

• Samantha Lee Crawford, 36, of Charleroi was charged with harassment and two counts of simple assault after an alleged incident Wednesday, court records state. A preliminary hearing before Magisteria...

The 4-and-5-year-old class at the Preschool at Fells share the Christmas cards they made for the recipients of Meals on Wheels. At left is teacher Chelsey Bongiorno, standing on the right is assistant...

The staff changes the decorations as each holiday rolls around. Decorating a tree with classic ornaments, strung popcorn garland and tinsel can help homes feel cozy for the holidays. The soft or somet...

The project to upgrade the 750-seat facility began in July and includes new carpet and tile flooring. Renovations to Elizabeth Forward Middle School’s auditorium were completed earlier this month, and...

The city went slightly over budget this year, but it has almost $315K in the bank. Mayor Ron Mozer and Councilman Tony Orzechowksi clarified their seemingly differing statements regarding Monessen’s f...

The new agreement with Global Wordsmiths runs through the end of 2026. The McKeesport Area School District approved an agreement with a translation service provider earlier this month in an effort to ...

Two members of the Monessen Lions Club were recently recognized by Past District Gov. Amy Thompkins for their contributions to the organization. Lion Gloria Hayes, shown with Thompkins, was presented ...

For the MVI The Mon Valley Academy for the Arts (MVAA) announces a generous donation of four new Fender CD-60 acoustic guitars, complete with cases, from Greg Joseph of The Clarks and Main Street Musi...

The money was distributed to 12 entities throughout the county. Westmoreland County District Attorney Nicole Ziccarelli announced Friday that her office has allocated $82,700 to bolster education, tra...

Hospital volunteers and workers observe holiday traditions to help boost the spirits of Pennsylvania kids undergoing exhausting treatments in unfamiliar environments. PITTSBURGH — Katelyn Pownall wasn...