Gov. Wolf Launches COVID Task Force
Governor Tom Wolf is attempting to improve communication about the state’s vaccine plan. Earlier this week, the Wolf Administration announced the creation of a joint task force including mem... Read more
FBI Warns Of “Romance Scams”
Valentine’s Day is just a few days away, but officials with the FBI say to be on the lookout for romance scams this time of year. More than 5,700 people in Western Pennsylvania fell victim t... Read more
Transit Authority Receives CARES Grant
The Butler Transit Authority will receive federal funding to help ensure the future of commuter service to and from Pittsburgh as ridership lags due to the pandemic. According to Authority E... Read more
A lawsuit filed by a South Butler County resident against the South Butler County School District has been resolved. District solicitor Tom Breth informed the South Butler School Board Wedne... Read more
Police Searching For Missing Butler Teen
Police are searching for a missing teenager from the Butler area. State police say 16-year-old Aiden Joseph McKinley was last seen by his family on Monday. He has dark hair and eyes. McKinle... Read more
There were 53 new cases of COVID-19 and three additional deaths reported by the state for Butler County on Wednesday. That now brings the death toll in the county to 349 according to the Dep... Read more
Fish Fry Dinners To Look Different This Year
The usual Friday night fish fry is going to be a little different this year due to the pandemic. It’s a tradition for many in Western Pennsylvania to spend their Fridays during Lent supporti... Read more
State House Dems Critical Of Vaccine Rollout
State representatives are expressing their anger with the vaccine rollout plan in Pennsylvania. At a House Democratic Policy Committee hearing, Representative Chris Sainato of New Castle cri... Read more
New Tool To Help Determine Vaccine Eligibility
A new tool is available for Pennsylvania residents to let them know when they’re eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine. It’s on the state Department of Health’s coronavirus website. The survey a... Read more
The Mars Area School Board will request that a state-appointed fact-finder take part in the contract negotiation process with the teacher association. The board has directed solicitor Tom Br... Read more