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Children meet farm animals at ‘Celebration of Life’
Danica Opalko, 13, and Julie Weaver, 17, both of New Eagle, feed snacks to miniature ponies as Bassi Haven Farm hosted “Celebration of Life: A Visit with the Animals.”
Elrama Tavern sign stolen, replaced
By JEFF STITT [email protected] In a Facebook post Saturday, the owners of the Elrama Tavern said “the only thing left standing” from a devastating March 31 fire was the bar and restaurant’s sign, which was […]
Paving will begin soon in N. Charleroi
By TAYLOR BROWN [email protected] North Charleroi Borough Council will soon take steps to give streets some much-needed attention. To read the rest of the story, please subscribe or subscribe to our online edition at http://monvalleyindependent.com.
Donation to ETSA will provide camping equipment for scouts
By John Rectenwald [email protected] The Elizabeth Township Sportsmen Association received a donation last week from Canonsburg-based Olympus Energy to help with future campouts. To read the rest of the story, please subscribe or subscribe to […]
Port Vue’s Easter egg hunt returns after 2 years off due to COVID-19
By JIM BUSCH For the MVI The Easter Bunny made a triumphant return to Port Vue Saturday morning. He was there at the invitation of Port Vue Borough Council and the recreation board. After being quarantined […]
African music demonstration
The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust brought an assembly on African music to Monessen Elementary Center Friday morning. Dennis Garner of the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust plays the drums as kindergarten student Roy Mickey dances to the beat.
Prices, availability putting brakes on local car market
By John Rectenwald [email protected] Deal hunters and budget-conscious shoppers have traditionally steered toward the used market to purchase vehicles. But that tradition has gone out the window for Mon Valley used car dealers. The secondary […]
Trout season begins today
By JEFF STITT [email protected] Mon Valley and Pennsylvania anglers in general, get ready. Decent weather is in the forecast, which is good news for those who are heading out for the first day of trout season, […]