The payment of a lawsuit against Governor Tom Wolf and Secretary of Health Dr. Rachel Levine was subject to much discussion at Wednesday’s Butler County Commissioner meeting. Commissioner Le... Read more
Two new cases of COVID-19 were announced Thursday for Butler County. That takes the case count to 199. About 900 new cases were announced statewide—which marks the fourth straight day of und... Read more
State Liquor Stores Opening For In-Store Service
Fine Wine and Good Spirit stores will be reopening to the public tomorrow. The nine state stores in the county will all be opening with restrictions. The number of customers will be limited... Read more
No New Taxes In South Butler School Budget
The South Butler School Board has approved a preliminary budget for the 2020-21 school year with no tax increase, even though they are anticipating a budget shortfall. During an online schoo... Read more
An application filed by Pennsylvania for a large amount of one-time federal emergency funds for education could benefit local school districts. Governor Wolf announced Wednesday that the U.S... Read more
Butler County is moving forward with a lawsuit against Governor Tom Wolf. The commissioners voted 2 to 1 in favor to proceed—Commissioner Kevin Boozel voted against the suit. “I’ll fight for... Read more
Wednesday Update: Hospitalizations Down At BMH
Butler Memorial Hospital is reporting the lowest number of COVID-19 patients since late March. Officials confirmed they are currently treating two patients for coronavirus symptoms, with no... Read more
Rep. Kelly Donates Convalescent Plasma
After local Congressman Mike Kelly was given a clean bill of health, he is now participating in a national study that could help others. Kelly was diagnosed with COVID-19 on March 27th but w... Read more
Butler Plans To Honor Seniors With Various Events
The Butler Area School District has announced how end of school year activities will be handled for graduating seniors. A taped program of Senior Awards Night announcements will be broadcast... Read more
PennDOT Announces Adjustments To License Renewals
PennDOT announced yesterday that the department will use existing photos on file for customers who renew their driver’s license or photo ID card online or through the mail. You will not get... Read more