Tomlin: Minimizing damage by Barkley key for Steelers

By By KEVIN GORMAN Trib Total Media

The Pittsburgh Steelers have seen their share of elite running backs this season, but coach Mike Tomlin described Saquon Barkley as both dominant and dynamic because the Philadelphia Eagles star has created a degree of separation from his peers in highlight reel-caliber plays.

Latest News, Main

Monessen firefighters join forces for annual toy drive

Aria Grace Palmer, 7, holds her grandmother’s dog, Lucy Arnold, and gets a photo with Santa at Tuesday’s toy drive in Monessen. Jenn Codeluppi / Mon Valley Independent

By MICHAEL RICHTER, mrichter@yourmvi.com

December 18, 2024

They partner with the Monessen Family Center to benefit area children. Monessen’s volunteer fire departments held their annual toy drive Tuesday night to provide gifts for children in the area. Moness...

Latest News, Main

MVP HONORS MONESSEN K OF C

December 18, 2024

Mon Valley Paws recently presented its Gold Recognition Award to the Knights of Columbus Council No. 954 of Monessen for its donations to the nonprofit organization. Mon Valley Paws comprises a dedica...

Latest News, Main

Taxes hold steady in West Mifflin

By SARAH PELLIS

December 18, 2024

John Inglis will resign effective Jan. 6 after winning a state House seat. West Mifflin Council unanimously approved a 2025 budget with no tax increases at Tuesday’s meeting. Council passed the regula...

Latest News, Main

How Josh Shapiro spent millions campaigning

December 18, 2024

Pennsylvania’s governor traveled extensively as a Democratic surrogate, spending money on consultants, private flights, ritzy hotels and more. By STEPHEN CARUSO and KATIE MEYER Spotlight PA HARRISBURG...

Latest News, Main

No 2025 tax hike for North Belle Vernon

By LADIMIR GARCIA lgarcia@yourmvi.com

December 18, 2024

Next year’s budget was approved unanimously. North Belle Vernon Council voted to keep tax rates steady for the upcoming year at Tuesday’s meeting. Council President Brett Berish and council members Jo...

Latest News, Main

Witness intimidation charges related to shooting will go to trial

By By RENATTA SIGNORINI TribLive

December 18, 2024

Anthony Hairston and Aimee Miller are accused of trying to intimidate Shaquala Poole with a Facebook post. Anthony M. Hairston wasn’t using Facebook to intimidate a witness against him in a Rostraver ...