Participation in North Belle Vernon mine subsidence relief project has slow start

By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter

Pa. Department of Environmental Protection representatives will be outside of the borough building from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 22 and 23 to answer residents’ questions.

An upcoming mine stabilization project in North Belle Vernon has been slow-going when it comes to residents choosing to participate.

In early October, residents were invited to attend informational sessions to learn more about the project, which is being spearheaded by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection and B...

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Charleroi to debut new Christmas lights

By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter

December 3, 2024

The snowflake-shaped decorations will be featured at Friday’s Light-Up Night ceremony. Charleroi will usher in the holiday season Friday by turning on new downtown Christmas lights for the first time....

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Veterans memorial will be considered in Elizabeth Township

By SARAH PELLIS

December 3, 2024

The idea was suggested by Junior Commissioner Tyler Duerstein. Elizabeth Township Junior Commissioner Tyler Duerstein proposed a new project at Monday’s meeting to create a veterans memorial in front ...

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First responders honored for heroism by association

December 3, 2024

The Southwestern Pennsylvania Chiefs and Assistant Chiefs Association annual awards and honors banquet was held Nov. 20 at the Olive Garden restaurant in Uniontown. During the event, lapel valor pins ...

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Rostraver Twp. prepares for Christmas celebration

December 3, 2024

The event will take place at 6 p.m. Sunday at the John DiVirgilio Sports Complex. By LADIMIR GARCIA lgarcia@yourmvi.com Christmas is right around the corner, and Rostraver Township is gearing up for i...

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Allegheny County councilman offers compromise on property tax hike

December 3, 2024

By RYAN DETO TribLive Allegheny County is in the middle of a property tax feud, and one County Council member hopes his proposal finds middle ground as time runs out to finalize a 2025 budget before t...

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Local schools receive safety and mental health grants

By MICHAEL RICHTER, mrichter@yourmvi.com

December 3, 2024

The state grants are designed to create a safer learning environment. Multiple school districts, charters and career and technical centers in the Mon Valley recently received safety and mental health ...