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Study Shows Later Start Times Benefit Students; BASD Holds Off Until Reorganization

Posted By: Bob Cuppon: October 29, 2019In: Featured News

A new state report shows that students benefit from later school starting times—but the Butler Area School District is holding off on any changes until decisions are made regarding reorganiz... Read more

County Hires New Solicitor

Posted By: Bob Cuppon: October 29, 2019In: Featured News

Butler County has chosen their next solicitor who is expected to be officially hired next month. According to a press release from the Butler County Commissioners, H. William “Wil” White III... Read more

Route 8 Accident Injures One

Posted By: Bob Cuppon: October 28, 2019In: Featured News

At least one person was injured in an accident this morning in northern Butler County. A call came into the 911 Center around 9:30 a.m. for a one vehicle accident on Route 8 near Hall and St... Read more

Decision 2019: Previewing County Races

Posted By: Bob Cuppon: October 28, 2019In: Featured News

All three incumbent Butler County Commissioners are on the ballot after facing no opposition in their party’s primary earlier this spring. Republican Leslie Osche is the current chair. She s... Read more

Jury Selection Begins In Shaw Killing

Posted By: Bob Cuppon: October 28, 2019In: Featured News

Jury selection begins today for the death penalty trial of a man charged in the shooting death of New Kensington police officer Brian Shaw. 31-year-old Rahmael Sal Holt is accused of killing... Read more

Judge Finds Ramsey Guilty On Homicide Charges

Posted By: Bob Cuppon: October 28, 2019In: Featured News

The man charged in the death of Melissa Barto has been found guilty. On the final day of the four day trial, Judge William Shaffer found 23-year-old Ishemer Ramsey of Butler guilty of first... Read more

Route 422 Accident Injures One

Posted By: Bob Cuppon: October 28, 2019In: Featured News

An accident on Route 422 delayed traffic for a while over the weekend. The two vehicle crash happened Saturday around 1:30 p.m. at the intersection of Route 422 and Dick Road in Franklin Tow... Read more

Gov. Wolf Urging Legislature For More Front Line Hazard Pay

Posted By: Tyler Frielon: September 21, 2020In: News

Governor Tom Wolf is calling on the state legislature to provide more funding to the COVID-19 Hazard Pay Program to help frontline workers. After awarding $50 million in CARES Act funding to... Read more

Kayaking Session At Moraine

Posted By: Tyler Frielon: September 21, 2020In: News

Those interested in learning about kayaking and nature are invited to an event scheduled for later this week at a local state park. Moraine Park staff will host a kayaking session on Wednesd... Read more

AAA Reminds Drivers of Safety Hazard

Posted By: Henry Ibinsonon: September 20, 2020In: News

AAA is reminding motorists that hanging anything from rearview mirrors, including protective masks, is a safety hazard. Even though some drivers keep masks handy when they are not being worn... Read more

Local School Searching for Student

Posted By: Henry Ibinsonon: September 20, 2020In: News

A local residential school for at-risk youth is searching for a student who left the facility earlier this weekend. According to a release from Summit Academy, a student left the facility on... Read more

Local Organization Accepting Applications for Mini-Grant Program

Posted By: Henry Ibinsonon: September 20, 2020In: News

Butler County projects that increase heritage tourism, enhance preservation efforts, encourage outdoor recreation, or involve natural resources are eligible to apply for a regional grant pro... Read more

Mars Area High School to Celebrate Homecoming

Posted By: Henry Ibinsonon: September 20, 2020In: News

The Mars Area High School will kick off its 2020 Homecoming Celebration with several themed days this week. Monday has been designated as Comfy Cozy Day followed by Team Spirit Day on Tuesda... Read more