‘Titanic’ musical sets sail in McKeesport

Connor McGrew and Riley Sheposh perform a scene from “Titanic: The Musical” at McKeesport Area High School. The show will continue with performances at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. today. See more photos from both shows in our online photo gallery at www.monvalleyindependent.com. Heather Hart / For the Mon Valley Independent

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Hot coffee on a cold afternoon

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California Hardball Boosters Dina Crockett, April Lowden and Lesley Daniels sold hot coffee and other food items at the concession stand on a chilly Tuesday afternoon during the Trojans’ baseball game...

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Corelle’s legacy will outlive Charleroi plant

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By MICHAEL RICHTER, mrichter@yourmvi.com

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An ABM Industries official provided an update at Tuesday’s board meeting. ABM Industries announced Tuesday it expects to complete the roof replacements at Monessen’s elementary and high schools, struc...

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By SARAH PELLIS spellis@yourmvi.com

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