A local lawmaker has been named to a prominent position on a national legislative committee. U.S. Representative Mike Kelly, of Butler, will serve as the lead Republican on the House Ways an... Read more
We dealt with icy roads on Wednesday morning, and we’re expected to deal with possibly several inches of snow this weekend, but there is a storm system in between to pay attention to.... 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 school p... 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- that’s the trailer court across f... 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 unanimous vote Tuesday night, whic... 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 rout... 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 personal care home that was ta... 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 with the Butler County Drug Ta... Read more
An online fundraising campaign is underway to help the family affected by a tragedy Monday in Summit Township. Mark Fike, 11, was killed when he was hit by a car while waiting at his bus sto... Read more

