Village ends; memories linger
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Entertainment is a focal point of the ethnic festival. Above, one member of Middle Eastern Bellydancers wows the audience with her performance. (Kathi A. Wilcox)
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The food is gone and the entertainment finished, but the memories of the 43rd International Village will remain for a long time.McKeesport's ethnic festival wrapped up last night with a rousing 20-minute fireworks display. That was the climax of the finale, which also included the McKeesport High School Dance Team and the duo By Chance, who performed for about an hour, including an a cappella version of "God Bless America" as the pyrotechnic display began.
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DiBasilio out when Munhall axes position
After serving more than 2-1/2 years as Munhall's borough manager, James DiBasilio will step down from that job as of the close of business today. But he isn't leaving voluntarily.
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Glassport firemen nix merger rumors
Discussions into the pros and cons of merging Glassport's two fire companies are the only things that are taking place.
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Fireworks among Village's culminating activities
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Cortney Yakich, 4; A.J. Gergely, 3; and Nicole Gergely, 3 -- members of the Western Pennsylvania Hungarian Folk Group -- helped entertain the second-night crowd at International Village. (Kathi A. Wilcox)
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Today marks the final night for the 43rd annual International Village at Renziehausen Park in McKeesport and one question is looming - will the weather cooperate?
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Tortorice ousted in PV voting
There seems to be a pattern developing in South Allegheny municipalities to reorganize councils.At last night's Port Vue meeting, the post of council president was taken from Mark Tortorice and given to Vice President Marshall Black.
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Big crowd descends on International Village for Day 1
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Food is a big part of International Village, and opening night was no exception. Rick Nguyen was keeping chicken ready for customers at the Vietnamese booth. (Wade H. Massie)
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"This is a beautiful affair. We just moved back to White Oak after about 14 years, and I'm glad to be home with the ethnic people. It's great to be here."Annette Roland was among the thousands of folks who gathered at Renziehausen Park yesterday for the start of the 43rd International Village. The ethnic food and entertainment festival continues today and tomorrow from 3-11 p.m.
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Judge refuses to intervene in center dispute
The president judge of Allegheny County Court of Common Pleas won't intervene in the dispute over regional booking centers in McKeesport, Hampton and Penn Hills.
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McFalls agrees to deal
Patience is a virtue well known to West Homestead police Chief Vincent Balistere.The chief is awaiting the outcome of a DUI charge against Judge H. Patrick McFalls Jr. stemming from a March incident at The Waterfront. But McFalls, an Allegheny County Court of Common Pleas judge, has more than just the West Homestead incident on his mind.
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South Hills drug sweep nets 23 arrests
Several alleged drug dealers, many from Mon Valley communities, have been charged in a drug sweep of the South Hills.
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Trio helping Homestead youth through Weed & Seed program
Janice Liao didn't know what she wanted to be when she grew up.Although the 21-year-old thought she wanted to work with children, she simply didn't know what career angle she should take.
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Is McKeesport past the point of no return?
Is McKeesport past the point of no return?
That's the suggestion of a scholar who said Tube City has crossed criteria from which few cities cross back.
Local leaders dispute the claim.
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McKeesport set to unveil 43rd International Village
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McKeesport hosts the 43rd annual International Village tomorrow through Thursday at Renziehausen Park. Above, city electrician Tom Rosso and Ron Angerman put the finishing touches on the main stage. Daily News Photo by Wade H. Massie
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For those who have waited patiently for your favorite ethnic food and entertainment, the wait's almost over.
The 43rd annual International Village begins tomorrow and continues through Thursday from 3-11 p.m. at Renziehausen Park in McKeesport. Admission is $1.
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Work at Harrison Village progressing
Work is moving ahead on renovating five buildings in Harrison Village.
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Nagy receives Soldier's Medal
It was one of the stories of the "Greatest Generation" that may not have caught author Tom Brokaw's attention.
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