Butler County Community College and its students are not yet dealing with the effects of the partial shutdown of the federal government, but that could change if the shutdown continues for m... Read more
A young boy from Butler will be laid to rest Friday after he was killed in what has been described as a horrific tragedy. Mark Fike, 11, died Monday after he, and his siblings, were hit by a... Read more
With the impending snow this weekend, Evans City is reminding residents to remember to shovel their sidewalks. The borough has a “Snow and Ice Removal” ordinance that states all homeowners o... Read more
With blizzard conditions and severe cold anticipated for much of Western Pennsylvania this weekend, the American Red Cross is asking residents to take precautions against home fires. Many fi... Read more
A Butler County food bank will open its doors this weekend for those in the community either furloughed or working without a paycheck due to the government shutdown. The St. Vincent de Paul... Read more
Furloughed federal workers may affect Pennsylvania’s unemployment rate. The state jobless rate currently stands at 4.2 percent, but that number could change the longer the partial federal sh... Read more
The South Butler County School District administrators expect to have more information next month about security needs following a threat assessment. Superintendent Dr. David Foley said duri... Read more
With the season of Lent beginning this week, the public is invited to attend a Shrove Tuesday meal in Fenelton. This pancake and sausage dinner is planned for this Tuesday from 4 to 7 p.m. a... Read more
If you’re looking to recycle hazardous waste or electronics, you’ll have a chance to do so this weekend. The monthly collection is this Saturday in Forward Township at the corner of Ash Top... Read more
A large donation from a local bank will allow Butler County Community College to offer educational programs for elementary school kids as well as high schoolers. Farmers National Bank of Eml... Read more
A Grove City man is facing federal charges after prosecutors say he lied to purchase a gun. Authorities say 79-year-old Karl Alexander knowingly lied to a licensed firearms dealer while tryi... Read more
Adults interested in learning more about dance are invited to sign up for a series of classes in Cranberry Township. Once a month through August, an hour long class geared toward beginners w... Read more
Student musicians at Slippery Rock University are getting ready for a performance this weekend. 15 SRU Flute Studio students will be among those performing Sunday at 7 p.m. in Swope Music Ha... Read more