A large amount of money has been released from the state to help local governments meet pension obligations and support volunteer firefighters. Across the state, a total of over $328 million... Read more
Significant damage was done to a vehicle after it caught on fire following an accident in Butler Township. Police say the crash happened Sunday morning on Meridian Road just after 5:30 near... Read more
Two seats on Butler City Council will be decided by city residents during next week’s general election with three candidates on the ballot. Of the two open seats on Butler City Council this... Read more
State Police are investigating after a Slippery Rock resident lost money due to a fraudulent phone call. According to police, the 32-year-old woman received a call last Tuesday (10/22) from... Read more
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
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
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
Penn State Extension Master Gardeners of Butler County are getting ready for the fall gardening season by offering a program this weekend. This year’s virtual Fall Garden Seminar is planned... Read more
One woman was injured in a crash earlier Thursday morning in Cranberry Township. The accident happened around 11:15 a.m. at the intersection of Freedom and Powell Roads—which is about two mi... Read more
A local utility has been recognized by the United States Environmental Protection Agency for contributions to energy efficient construction. West Penn Power, a First Energy utility, is one o... Read more
A local man has been charged after police allegedly caught him inhaling compressed gas cleaner. According to Butler Township Police, officers found 61-year-old Robert Miller Jr of Butler in... Read more
With fall here and cooler temperatures right around the corner, energy officials are making sure residents practice space heater safety. Heating equipment is the second leading cause of home... Read more
A local lawmaker will be one of the panelists for an upcoming presentation in opposition to Governor Tom Wolf. Republican state Representative Daryl Metcalfe is joining the 2020 Virtual Penn... Read more