In preparation for the expected landfall of Hurricane Irma in Florida, the Western Pennsylvania chapter of the Red Cross is looking for people to be shelter volunteers. Over the next [... Read more
Among those trying to recovery from Harvey are churches in Texas. A local Butler County congregation has plans to help. Pastor Barry Keurulainen, Senior Pastor of St. Luke Lutheran Church [... Read more
The Butler community came together to help victims of Hurricane Harvey in Texas last week and now, some focus is shifting to those dealing with large wildfires in the Midwest. […] Read more
The South Butler School Board has approved the fact-finding report issued as part of the ongoing dispute between the district and its teachers over a contract. By a unanimous vote […] Read more
The South Butler School District continues to deal with high levels of lead and copper in its water. The latest tests revealed that five water sites still contained at or […] Read more
A new initiative has been unveiled to address campus safety at schools across Pennsylvania. Attorney General Josh Shapiro said he believes four specific areas needs to be addressed: sexual a... Read more
There is still time to register for Hunter and Trapper Education courses around the Butler County area. The first of these classes will be held this Saturday, Sept. 9 from […] Read more
A former police chief in neighboring Mercer County is accused of stealing money donated to train canine officers. According to State Police, 34-year-old Tyler Valimont of Farrell is accused... Read more
After more than two years of negotiations, the Mars School Board has approved a three-year contract with the district’s support employees. The board voted 7-1 on the contract during a [... Read more
Students at Butler Intermediate High School were evacuated Wednesday morning due to a gas leak. Superintendent Dr. Brian White said the incident happened about 8 a.m. when someone accidental... Read more