Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf was sworn-in to a second term on Tuesday. The governor has indicated in his coming term he will renew efforts to pass a higher minimum wage, […] Read more
A Slippery Rock University official will be participating in a ceremony on Wednesday, as well as an address to a state organization. Chair of SRU’s Council of Trustees, Jeff Smith, […... Read more
Some course modifications for next school year at Mars High School have been approved by the school board. A “Study Seminar” class will be made available for special education st... Read more
It wasn’t snow– but rather ‘light freezing drizzle’ that caused problems for drivers– and walkers– early Wednesday morning. The drizzle started falling about 4:30 a.m. leaving a light glaze... Read more
The South Butler School District is dealing with another potential threat to the safety of students and staff. In a letter to parents on Tuesday, Superintendent Dr. David Foley said [... Read more
A trailer is likely a total loss following a fire Tuesday night in Jefferson Township. The fire call came about 9:30 p.m. for a blaze on West Red Oak Court- […] Read more
The Mars School Board has committed not to increase their tax millage rate for next year above the index set by the state. The board made the decision by a […] Read more
The Butler Transit Authority is making modifications to their Pittsburgh commuter schedule in an effort to attract more riders. Beginning at the end of the month (Jan. 28), all commuter [... Read more
A reward is now being offered in the case of a missing man from Armstrong County who hasn’t been seen since Christmas Day. The family of Kenneth Himes, and the […] Read more
Three people were arrested and more than 100 suspected stamp bags of heroin were seized as a result of a drug bust Monday night in the city of Butler. Officers […] Read more