Ron Paglia remembered as dedicated journalist and caring mentor
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By Mon Valley Independent 
October 25, 2023
By STACY WOLFORD swolford@yourmvi.com In a career spanning more than six decades, veteran journalist Ron Paglia was known for writing poignant stories and columns about everyone from Mon Valley sports...
Lawmakers optimistic about hydrogen hubs
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By Mon Valley Independent 
October 25, 2023
By TAYLOR BROWN tbrown@yourmvi.com Local legislators are applauding a recent federal move to award funding to two hydrogen hubs that will benefit Pennsylvania.   Sen. Camera Bartolotta, R-Carroll Town...
Cameras being installed at Elizabeth’s Duke Park
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By Mon Valley Independent 
October 25, 2023
By LIAM BELAN lbelan@yourmvi.com After fielding concerns from citizens regarding late-night usage of Duke Park in Elizabeth, borough council gave an update on the installation of security cameras at t...
Frazier fans turn out for volleyball playoffs
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By Mon Valley Independent 
October 25, 2023
Frazier High School’s student section held a “white out” Tuesday night in support of the Commodores’ volleyball team for its first-round playoff match against Trinity Christian. To purchase this photo...
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By Mon Valley Independent 
October 25, 2023
By Michael Richter mrichter@yourmvi.com A Latrobe author will tell stories about the “human” side of Pittsburgh’s most prolific golfer tomorrow in McKeesport. Author Chris Rodell will discuss his book...
Super heroes and more at Elizabeth parade
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By Mon Valley Independent 
October 24, 2023
At Elizabeth’s Halloween parade Monday evening, in back from left, are Owen Zuzak, 8,Trevor Zuzak, 11, Ava Zuzak, 9, Cambria O’Donnell, 10, and Mckenzie O’Donnell, 8, and in front, from left, Wayne Zu...
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October 24, 2023
By Michael Richter mrichter@yourmvi.com McKeesport announced Monday that the city was awarded a $125,000 grant from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to develop a community plan to addres...
BVA School Board: Tax assessment debate continues
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By Mon Valley Independent 
October 24, 2023
By LIAM BELAN lbelan@yourmvi.com The Belle Vernon Area School Board considered changes to its tax assessment program at Monday night’s meeting. Board member Rob Harhai repeated his opposition to the p...
West Newton youth center reopening in new location
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By Mon Valley Independent 
October 24, 2023
By KRISTIE LINDEN klinden@yourmvi.com The Waypoint Youth Center in West Newton reopens this week — starting with three days of open houses that kick off today. The youth and community center has reloc...
Charleroi soccer bonfire set
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By Mon Valley Independent 
October 24, 2023
By TAYLOR BROWN tbrown@yourmvi.com Charleroi boys and girls soccer boosters are hoping the community will come together to help celebrate their teams this weekend.   After both teams reached the playo...
Witches gather in Monongahela for a day of Halloween-style fun
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By Mon Valley Independent 
October 23, 2023
By Michael Richter mrichter@yourmvi.com Witches near and far treat Monongahela’s Witch Festival as a yearly Halloween tradition.   Droves of people   from around the country flocked to the Monongahela...
Bus driver shortage affects schools, public transit agencies
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By Mon Valley Independent 
October 23, 2023
By QUINCEY REESE Trib Total Media A shortage of drivers is pinching school bus companies and public transit agencies that are left scrambling to transport students and workers, fill vacancies and keep...
Monessen celebrates Founders Day
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By Mon Valley Independent 
October 23, 2023
Karen Cosner and Bonnie Mozer of Monessen enjoyed the city’s Founders Day party Saturday at St. Vincent De Paul’s Jozwiak Hall. This year’s event also celebrated Monessen’s 125th anniversary. See more...
World of Work exposes EF students to career possibilities
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By Mon Valley Independent 
October 23, 2023
By LIAM BELAN lbelan@yourmvi.com The Elizabeth Forward School District has prided itself on continued innovation when it comes to education, and it’s nearing a collaborative breakthrough with its Worl...
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October 23, 2023
By TAYLOR BROWN tbrown@yourmvi.com Law enforcement agencies across the Mon Valley have struggled for years to recruit full-time officers to help keep communities safe.   The Pennsylvania Commission on...
Senior night hug
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October 21, 2023
Monessen High School cheerleader Lacey Caterino gets a celebration hug from her older sister Sydney after a senior night ceremony Friday evening at Memorial Stadium before the football game against Ma...
PennWest weighs options for unused student housing
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By Mon Valley Independent 
October 21, 2023
By Bill Schackner Trib Total Media “Live here, live well.” That’s the online pitch promoting “Vulcan Village” apartments near PennWest University’s California campus in Washington County. The student ...
St. Stephen’s Episcopal celebrating 150 years
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By Mon Valley Independent 
October 21, 2023
By Michael Richter mrichter@yourmvi.com Nobody is turned away at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church in McKeesport — even groundhogs. That welcoming spirit is a cornerstone of the institution’s perseveranc...
Mojo’s Wallet aids animals in need
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By Mon Valley Independent 
October 21, 2023
By TAYLOR BROWN tbrown@yourmvi.com It doesn’t take much for Mon Valley residents to lend a helping hand to those in need.   For Mojo’s Wallet, that help directly ensures the health, care and forever h...
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October 21, 2023
By Michael Richter mrichter@yourmvi.com Leaves are falling and Halloween is approaching, which means witches from around the country will descend upon Monongahela today. The sixth annual Witch Festiva...