A weekly talk show about people in the Mon Valley area of Pittsburgh

A weekly public affairs show about McKeesport and the Mon Valley, produced in cooperation with WEDO (810) and WZUM (1550).

Two Rivers, 30 Minutes for 8-26-2022

08-26-2022

Topic: Reasons to Love Your Library during September

Guests

Vince D'Alesio and Mary Rose Bendel of the Carnegie Library of McKeesport

How Topic Discussed: How has the mission of local community libraries evolved in both the digital media age and post-COVID? What are some ways that local libraries are reaching out to the community to expand their services? What are some non-traditional library services that patrons come to the library seeking? How has the debate about controversial or sensitive topics impacted local libraries? What are some ways that patrons can help their local libraries during "love your library month" in September?

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The Fair Housing Act prohibits discrimination in housing because of:

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  • Religion
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  • Family Status
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That includes renting or buying a home, getting a mortgage, seeking housing assistance, or engaging in other housing-related activities.

For more information about Fair Housing Act protections in the city of McKeesport, call 412-675-5020, ext. 635. (6/16/2023-6/16/2024)


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