Valley Independent

Dangerous distraction in intelligence battle

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 11:44:38 -0500

Director of National Intelligence Dennis C. Blair's battle over authority provides ample reason to wonder whether he's more concerned about bureaucratic turf or keeping Americans safe.

Moose lodge marks 100 years

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 11:50:36 -0500

FINLEYVILLE -- The borough's Moose lodge will celebrate 100 years in operation and give back to its members during a weeklong celebration starting today.

Charleroi resident charged in five burglaries

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 11:52:06 -0500

CHARLEROI -- Already facing charges alleging he robbed a service station at knifepoint, a Charleroi man was charged Thursday in five burglaries in Charleroi.

Spectacular Light-Up Night in Monessen

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 11:48:38 -0500

MONESSEN -- Robert "D.J." Dojonovic can't talk about this weekend's Light Up Night at the Giant Pumpkin Patch without getting giddy with excitement.

Benefit chili cook-off planned at food bank

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 11:53:10 -0500

MONESSEN - Chili anyone?

Garbage discount OK'd

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 11:47:11 -0500

ROSTRAVER TOWNSHIP -- The new garbage hauler for Rostraver Township has agreed to give the township a discount for an early payment toward an increase in rates that will take effect next year.

Cal, Ship to light it up again?

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 11:52:53 -0500