Fall makeover for Monessen’s ‘lady liberty’

By Stacy Wolford

Jenn Codeluppi / Mon Valley Independent

The “Lady Liberty” statue at Monessen’s Eastgate War Memorial got a fall makeover Wednesday thanks to volunteers and donations. American Legion Post 28 Commander John A. Dudas and project manager Bill Manus are shown with painters Thomas Flook and Ryan Kent from the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades District Council 57, Local 6. The painters volunteered their time to paint the statue and have done numerous painting projects for area veterans. Flook said it was an “honor to help the veterans because they have sacrificed so much for the community.” Supplies were furnished by Sherwin-Williams in Monessen. The Eastgate War Memorial was dedicated May 23, 1981, with a celebration that drew huge crowds to the city to watch the military parade and attend a reception. The memorial statue was moved from its former location in the Sixth Street Park to the Eastgate War Memorial area during its construction.

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Christmas caring cards for Meals on Wheels

December 26, 2024

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...

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Trees stay up all year at Mon Valley Care Center

By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter

December 26, 2024

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...

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First event held at EF’s renovated auditorium

By SARAH PELLIS

December 26, 2024

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...

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Monessen officials clear up financial discrepancy

By MICHAEL RICHTER, mrichter@yourmvi.com

December 26, 2024

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...

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McKeesport Area School District contracts with interpretation service

By LADIMIR GARCIA lgarcia@yourmvi.com

December 26, 2024

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 ...

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Monessen Lions honored

December 26, 2024

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 ...