The Pennsylvania Senate has confirmed Dr. Carrie Rowe as the Commonwealth’s Secretary of Education. By a vote of 44 to 3, Rowe was confirmed into the role after serving in an interim capacit... Read more
The free Christmas light show at Alameda Park is now open. The drive-thru show is open nightly through Christmas Day. It’s a quick 3-minute drive through Alameda Park, offering a free displa... Read more
A fundraiser supporting a local security guard’s effort to bring holiday spirit to an elementary school is happening tomorrow. “Officer Jim and Miss Diane’s Light Up Night” is set for Friday... Read more
An upcoming local event promises fun for kids while parents enjoy some free time. Parents Night Out will take place Friday from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Butler Township Building on South Duf... Read more
Lawmakers in Harrisburg have introduced a bill that will attempt to prevent landlords from using rent-setting software. As landlords and property managers continue to use algorithmic rent-se... Read more
The Butler County Chamber of Commerce will be welcoming in the holiday season with an event later this week. A Holiday Celebration is planned for Friday from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Historic Penn... Read more
A wildlife organization in Venango County recently rescued a Bald Eagle in Slippery Rock after receiving a quick tip on its whereabouts. The Tamarack Wildlife Center received a call on Thank... Read more
Fire officials are urging caution over the next few weeks as December ranks as the leading month for home fires in America. Officials with the National Fire Protection Association, known as... Read more
The Butler Area Public Library welcomes community members to take part in some upcoming holiday activities. The library will host a Parkinson’s Disease Informational Talk on Thursday from 1... Read more
The Slippery Rock University Council of Trustees will hold their quarterly meetings later this week. Thursday’s schedule begins at 2 p.m. with the Academic and Student Affairs Committee meet... Read more

