Ellis holds 7-vote lead in Charleroi mayor’s race
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By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter 
November 5, 2025
Twelve write-in ballots will determine if she defeats Republican Ernest Merritt. Charleroi voters returned four familiar faces to borough council Tuesday and appeared to elevate one of them — Nancy J....
Sopcak wins supervisor seat in Fallowfield Township
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By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter 
November 5, 2025
The Republican incumbent defeated challenger David M. Diess. Fallowfield Township voters opted for continuity Tuesday, reelecting Joseph Sopcak to another term as township supervisor after a close rac...
6 names on ballot in Charleroi’s council race
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By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter 
October 25, 2025
Three incumbents and three newcomers are competing for four available seats. Charleroi’s ballot for the Nov. 4 general election will feature a crowded six-person race for four borough council seats — ...
Ellis, Merritt battle in Charleroi mayor’s race
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By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter 
October 21, 2025
Ellis, a former mayor, is also running for a seat on council. Charleroi voters will choose their next mayor Nov. 4 in a race between longtime community advocate Nancy J. Ellis, who has previously serv...
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By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter 
October 16, 2025
North Charleroi voters will head to the polls in November to fill two open seats on council, with a four-way race that includes two incumbents and two challengers offering distinct visions for the bor...
Municipal roundup: Election Day results from Valley communities
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May 22, 2025
The winners will move on to the Nov. 4 general election. By the MVI This year’s primary election featured a large number of uncontested races throughout the Mon Valley, including a fair amount of race...
Sopcak wins in Fallowfield
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By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter 
May 21, 2025
Republican incumbent Joe Sopcak secured a win in Tuesday’s primary election and will face newcomer David M. Diess in November in hopes of securing another term as a supervisor in Fallowfield Township....
Heated races for seats on Valley school boards
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SCHOOL BOARD ROUNDUP
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May 21, 2025
By the MVI The races for open seats on Valley-wide school boards were among the most competitive in Tuesday’s primary election. Here are the unofficial results of several school board races around the...
2 Republicans will vie for party’s nomination in Fallowfield Township race
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Primary Election 2025
By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter 
May 15, 2025
The winner of the Republican nomination will likely square off against the lone Democrat on the ticket, David Diess. The upcoming primary election will determine who will secure a spot on the ballot t...
Devigne announces candidacy for Charleroi Borough Council seat
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CANDIDATE ANNOUNCEMENT
April 29, 2025
Longtime resident and passionate community advocate Deborah M. Devigne has officially announced her candidacy for Charleroi Borough Council. With deep roots in the community and a long-standing commit...
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April 29, 2025
Gail Glaneman of Nottingham Township announced her candidacy for a Ringgold School Board director at-large seat. She has eight years’ experience on the board and is currently second vice-president and...
Lorraine Smith announces candidacy for Charleroi Borough Council seat
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April 25, 2025
For the MVI Lorraine Smith, a 15-year resident of Charleroi and dedicated community member, is proud to announce her candidacy for Charleroi Borough Council. A registered Republican, Smith said she br...
Several school board races on May 20 ballot
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April 2, 2025
Many candidates are crossfiled to represent both political parties. By STACY WOLFORD Managing Editor swolford@yourmvi.com The races for open seats on Valley-wide school boards promise to be among the ...
Washington County row office, municipal candidates set for May 20 primary election
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WASHINGTON COUNTY
March 22, 2025
Only those registered as Democrats or Republicans by May 5 will be permitted to cast a vote. By STACY WOLFORD swolford@yourmvi.com Mon Valley voters will see primary election battles on May 20 in mult...
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February 11, 2025
The Mon Valley Independent is publishing candidate announcements for the May 20 municipal primary election. Announcements (only one per candidate) will be accepted through April 25 and may include bio...
Phillips to seek Washington County controller seat
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February 11, 2025
Pat Phillips, a lifelong Washington County resident, announced his candidacy for Washington County controller in the May 20 primary election. A Canonsburg resident, Phillips brings over 30 years of ex...
Perrell announces reelection bid for Washington Co. recorder of deeds
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January 23, 2025
For the MVI Carrie Perrell of Nottingham Township announced she will seek reelection for the Washington County Recorder of Deeds Republican nomination in the May 20 primary election. Perrell has been ...
Andronas seeking reelection as Washington County sheriff
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CANDIDATE ANNOUNCEMENT
January 22, 2025
For the MVI Longtime law enforcement officer Tony Andronas announced his bid for reelection as Washington County Sheriff. In his campaign announcement, Andronas cited his “proven record of accomplishm...