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Butler Symphony Replaces Remaining In-Person Performances For Season With Virtual Programs

Posted By: Ryan Saeleron: January 17, 2021In: Featured News

The Butler County Symphony Orchestra is modifying the spring schedule as a result of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The concerts planned for February, March, April, and May have been cancele... Read more

Friday Update: Local Hospitalizations Decrease But Recent Deaths Remain High

Posted By: Ryan Saeleron: January 15, 2021In: Featured News

There were 101 new cases of COVID-19 and seven additional deaths reported by the state for Butler County on Friday. That now brings the death toll in the county to […] Read more

More Pharmacies Join Vaccine Distribution Effort

Posted By: Tyler Frielon: January 15, 2021In: Featured News

The state is partnering with more pharmacies to help administer the COVID-19 vaccine. State health officials announced a new agreement with Rite Aid and Giant Eagle pharmacies that they hope... Read more

Public Schools Facing Deficits Amid Surge In Cyber Students

Posted By: Tyler Frielon: January 15, 2021In: Featured News

Public schools across Pennsylvania are facing significant financial issues as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. One of main drivers of budget concerns center around the funding of charter s... Read more

Butler School District Extends Contract With Nutrition Group

Posted By: Tyler Frielon: January 15, 2021In: Featured News

After a difficult year in many areas for Butler Area School District, the board has decided to keep their food service provider for at least one more year. At their […] Read more

Portersville Man Sentenced In Federal Drug Case

Posted By: Tyler Frielon: January 15, 2021In: Featured News

A Portersville man has been sentenced after pleading guilty to federal drug charges in 2019. 53-year-old Raymond Chrzanowski was sentenced to time served followed by three years supervised r... Read more

Proposed Amendment Would Elect Judges Based On Regions

Posted By: Tyler Frielon: January 15, 2021In: Featured News

A proposed amendment to the Pennsylvania constitution that would change how people vote on statewide judges passed through a committee in the house. The amendment would alter how voters sele... Read more

Money Stolen From Local Church

Posted By: Tyler Frielon: June 16, 2021In: News

Police are searching for a suspect who stole money and a blank check from a local church. It happened overnight back on June 7th at St. Joseph Catholic Church on […] Read more

Renfrew Woman Loses Thousands In Scam

Posted By: Tyler Frielon: June 16, 2021In: News

A Renfrew woman is out thousands of dollars following a gift card scam. State police say the fraud happened earlier this month to a 29-year-old woman. She allegedly was contacted […] Read more

United Way Helping To Make And Distribute Bicycles

Posted By: Tyler Frielon: June 16, 2021In: News

Biking around the neighborhood has always been a popular summertime tradition for kids, and a new initiative will bring more bikes to county children. As part of the ongoing United […... Read more

Lawmakers Continue Push For Increasing Dog License Fees

Posted By: Tyler Frielon: June 16, 2021In: News

Another push is being made by some in the state legislature to increase dog license fees. A bill was introduced earlier this week that would see the fee increase from […] Read more

Freeport Area Hosting Recycling Event

Posted By: Tyler Frielon: June 16, 2021In: News

Residents of Butler and Armstrong Counties looking to recycle electronics will have the chance to do so this weekend. An e-waste collection is planned for Saturday from 9 a.m. to […] Read more

Mars Agrees To Three-Year Deal With Support Staff

Posted By: Tyler Frielon: June 16, 2021In: News

The Mars School Board has approved a new three-year contract with the district’s support employees. The board voted unanimously to accept the deal during a meeting Tuesday. The union represe... Read more