Around The Valley
April 2, 2026
The Belle Vernon Area School District announced the high school received two bomb threats this week. According to a statement from Superintendent Dr. Timothy Glasspool, on Tuesday morning, high school...
Around The Valley
April 2, 2026
PennDOT District 12 announced that a portion of Route 481 between Wertz Way and Route 2025 (Coyle Curtin Road) in Fallowfield Township is scheduled to close to traffic beginning Monday, weather permit...
POLICE LOG
Around The Valley
Clairton
April 2, 2026
• Sean Wright, 42, of Pitcairn was charged with DUI stemming from an alleged incident Tuesday, court records state. A preliminary hearing before Martin is scheduled for 1 p.m. May 5. • James Zusinas, ...
5 Ringgold students create district’s first Community Day
Latest News, Main
By TAYLOR BROWN, Senior Reporter 
April 1, 2026
The event will take place April 18 at Chess Park. Five Ringgold High School students spent every lunch period trading cafeteria chatter for sponsor lists, registration forms and plans for the district...
Key primary races will shape Pa. House & Senate
Allegheny County Elections, Elections, Fayette County Elections, ...
April 1, 2026
Insiders, candidates and more identify the May primaries likeliest to shape the legislature. By STEPHEN CARUSO Spotlight PA HARRISBURG — This spring, Pennsylvanians will vote in primary elections that...
Green group voices doubts about Nippon
Latest News, Main
April 1, 2026
The company does poorly on a “corporate scorecard.” By JACK TROY TribLive Nippon Steel lags behind at going green, according to a new report from environmental group SteelWatch, highlighting concerns ...
Death penalty out for one suspect in 2021 shooting
Latest News, Main
April 1, 2026
The Washington County DA won’t seek it in the trial of Devell Christian, who’s accused of killing Nicholas Tarpley in Donora. By the MVI The Washington County district attorney’s office is no longer s...
Local students involved in robotics competition
Around The Valley, Latest News, Main
By SARAH PELLIS spellis@yourmvi.com 
April 1, 2026
The experience will help them prepare for a high-tech future. Six teams representing Mon Valley communities competed in a regional robotics competition last month. For Inspiration and Recognition of S...
Getting ready for opening day of trout season in McKeesport
Around The Valley, Features, Local/Youth
April 1, 2026
On Monday, members of the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission, state Sen. Nick Pisciottano, state Rep. Dan Goughnour, McKeesport Mayor Tom Maglicco, staff members and other volunteers worked togethe...
BVA Middle School Student Council sponsors Spirit Days fundraisers
Latest News, Main
April 1, 2026
Belle Vernon Area Middle School Student Council recently sponsored Spirit Days and Casual for a Cause Days to raise $500 for the Bag Brigade. The Bag Brigade is a faith-rooted initiative focused on re...
WCHA to implement new ‘house rules’ for visitors
Around The Valley, Latest News, Main
April 1, 2026
Standardized guidelines will address safety concerns & clarify tenant responsibilities across 38 communities. By RICH CHOLODOFSKY TribLive Visitors to Westmoreland County Housing Authority properties ...
Area legislators split on marriage equality bill
Around The Valley, Latest News, Main
By LADIMIR GARCIA lgarcia@yourmvi.com 
April 1, 2026
The measure that passed the House last week is similar to a bill that was approved in 2024, but died in the Senate. Pennsylvania House members from the Mon Valley are split along party lines on a bill...
POLICE LOG
Around The Valley
April 1, 2026
POLICE LOG • Alyssa Alexandra Murray, 39, of Donora was charged with use/possession of drug paraphernalia stemming from an alleged incident Tuesday, court records state. • Dazer Leeshuwn Bailey, 28, o...
Bicyclist hit by vehicle in Rostraver
Latest News, Main
April 1, 2026
Rostraver Township Fire Department responded after a bicyclist was struck by a vehicle Tuesday night on C. Vance DeiCas Highway. The vehicle fled the scene, and the bicyclist was transported by Rostra...
Fayette County Community Action launches campaign
Around The Valley, Features
April 1, 2026
For the MVI In celebration of six decades of service to Fayette County residents, Fayette County Community Action Agency (FCCAA) recently announced the launch of its “$60,000 for 60 Years” Anniversary...
NEWS FROM PENN HIGHLANDS MON VALLEY
Around The Valley, Features
April 1, 2026
WellSpan Health recently announced a significant expansion of its award-winning Medicare Accountable Care Organization (ACO) with Penn Highlands Healthcare becoming its newest member. ACOs work with m...
Our country’s present obscures its future
Opinion, Politics
April 1, 2026
The future is another country, glimpsed only faintly in the distance, its contours difficult to discern, its political landscape hard to imagine — especially at a time when the nation is consumed with...