The City of Monessen has a new playground at its boat launch park, thanks to a grant from Kaboom! and donations from local businesses and organizations. The playground equipment was mostly assembled and installed by 20 volunteers on August 7, but the Monessen Public Works department installed the mulch and edging, finishing up the playground. Mayor Shorraw says he's grateful for the donors and volunteers and said the playground is complete, except for some minor landscaping.

Over 34 million Americans have diabetes and face its devastating and serious complications which include heart disease, stroke, amputation, end-stage kidney disease, blindness and death. The Lions Club International Foundation recognized the overwhelming need to fight for diabetes relief and local clubs stepped up to support the cause. On Wednesday, July 28, Karl Jackson, Lions Club District 14-M Governor, his wife Alice who is a member of the Monongahela Donora Area Lions Club, along with other club members Michelle Clapsaddle, Catherine Waller and R.C., presented a check for $745.83 to Mark Spitzer, executive director, The Monongahela Valley Hospital Foundation.

September 11, 2021 will mark the 20 year anniversary of the terrorist attacks on our country. Various organizations and groups will be paying their respects to the victims and fallen heroes from that tragic day. Please take time to honor all of the victims by attending one of these services.

Very few can say they have been ranked world-wide in any sport. But right here in McMurray, PA there are three individuals that competed and won at this year’s ATA Martial Arts World Championships held in Phoenix, Arizona.