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Jeff Helsel / Mon Valley Independent PennWest California first-year student Mya Kerlicker of Belle Vernon rides a mechanical bull during the university’s “Registration Roundup” in the Natali Student Center Wednesday afternoon. Organized by the Peer […]

By Michael Richter [email protected] Parents, who said their children sustained concussions from brutal attacks on school grounds, called upon Ringgold School District administration to make a concerted effort to address student discipline issues within the […]

By KRISTIE LINDEN For the MVI The 50th Legislative District has only been part of the Mon Valley since redistricting moved most former 49th District municipalities into the newly created 50th. Along with that shift, […]

By KRISTIE LINDEN For the MVI As the 2024 primary election draws near, there are two races for the state House that are uncontested this month but the incumbents will face challengers in November. 39th […]

By Sarah Pellis [email protected] The man accused of setting a fire that damaged a downtown Monongahela tavern was ordered held for trial on arson and other criminal charges. Hunter McMahon, 29, of Monongahela appeared via […]

Charleroi Area High School senior javelin thrower Emma Clish took a quick break to see her dog, Joey, during Tuesday’s track meet. To purchase this photo and more from our online photo gallery, go to […]

By Sarah Pellis [email protected] The Charleroi Area School Board addressed concerns raised by the public about safety issues Tuesday night. Parents claimed that students have been assaulted, touched unwillingly and harassed. Some of them blamed […]

By KRISTIE LINDEN For the MVI In the Mon Valley, there will be several races in the April 23 primary but some incumbents who are seeking reelection have no competition on the ballot. Barring any […]

Shortly before 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, an SUV crashed into a building at the intersection of Elm Street and Fifth Avenue in McKeesport adjacent to the Speedway convenience store. Both the vehicle and structure were heavily […]

By Michael Richter  [email protected] Students, parents and staff emphasized the value of Monessen Positive Action Community Team before the school board Tuesday. MPACT, which started in 2020, is an after-school program that aims to improve […]