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Lawmaker Wants To Remove Straight Party Voting

Posted By: Kayla Molczanon: May 07, 2019In: Featured News

Pennsylvania voters have had the option to simply cast a ballot for a straight party ticket when they vote in elections, but a state lawmaker is hoping to change that. State Senator Lisa Bos... Read more

Kaufman House Renovations Near Completion

Posted By: Ryan Saeleron: May 06, 2019In: Featured News

The transfer in ownership of a Zelienople landmark has happened earlier than expected. Zelienople Borough Manager Don Pepe says the Kaufman House will soon be owned by local developer and bu... Read more

PA Turnpike Restrictions Begin This Week

Posted By: Bob Cuppon: May 06, 2019In: Featured News

Drivers planning to use the Pennsylvania Turnpike this summer should be aware of a road work project beginning tonight. The turnpike will have lane restrictions in both directions between th... Read more

Northern Butler Co. Man Shot and Woman Injured In Altercation

Posted By: Henry Ibinsonon: May 06, 2019In: Featured News

A violent domestic dispute in northern Butler County resulted in a man being shot in the chest and a woman suffering multiple injuries. Police say 45-year-old James Powers allegedly assaulte... Read more

Nearly 50 Dogs Rescued From Mercer Co. Home

Posted By: Bob Cuppon: May 06, 2019In: Featured News

A number of dogs were rescued last week from a residence in nearby Mercer County. According to our news partners at WPXI, police found 57 dogs at an undisclosed home on Friday. Upon their a... Read more

Pennsylvania Lawmakers Considering Open Primary

Posted By: Bob Cuppon: May 06, 2019In: Featured News

Pennsylvania is currently in the minority among states when it comes to their closed primary voting system. But with increasing number of independent voters, state lawmakers are exploring ma... Read more

Doctor, Mustello Make Plays For 11th District Seat

Posted By: Kayla Molczanon: May 03, 2019In: Featured News

Candidates running in two special elections during this month’s primary spoke out Thursday during a “Candidate Forum” held at BC3. Democrat Sam Doctor, 28, and Republican Marci Mustello, 48,... Read more

Red Cross Seeking Hosts For Blood Drives

Posted By: Tyler Frielon: May 01, 2020In: News

In this time of caution and uncertainty, the American Red Cross is asking for help finding donors willing to provide life-saving blood. Individuals, organizations, and businesses are needed... Read more

County Housing Authority Receives Funds From CARES Act

Posted By: Tyler Frielon: May 01, 2020In: News

The Housing Authority of the County of Butler is one of 83 across the state that will split over $8 million in federal funding through the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CAR... Read more

Butler Transit Authority Applying For Grant To Study Transportation In Slippery Rock

Posted By: Tyler Frielon: May 01, 2020In: News

The Butler Transit Authority is applying for a federal grant to study transit needs in the Slippery Rock Township area. The Federal Transit Administration is offering HOPE grants which stand... Read more

Thursday Update: Three New COVID-19 Cases In Butler County

Posted By: Tyler Frielon: April 30, 2020In: News

The Pennsylvania Department of Health is reporting three new COVID-19 cases in Butler County. Meanwhile, there were nearly 1,400 new cases statewide, now bringing the Commonwealth over 45,00... Read more

Spring Turkey Season Begins Saturday

Posted By: Tyler Frielon: April 30, 2020In: News

Pennsylvania’s spring turkey season begins this Saturday, May 2. Game Commission officials are asking hunters to practice social distancing, and to follow all safety recommendations. Last ye... Read more

Commissioners Extend Penalty Free Tax Period

Posted By: Tyler Frielon: April 30, 2020In: News

The period to pay property taxes at face value is being extended. County Commissioners approved the resolution at yesterday’s meeting. Residents can now pay their property taxes without pena... Read more