There will be extra security today at the Freeport Area High School after a threat was made. The district sent an email to parents that said a threat was reported on the “Safe 2 Say Somethin... Read more
Veterans Day Closures; Parade Start Time
Today is Veterans Day which means several buildings and institutions are closed. All government buildings are shut down, including the Butler County Courthouse, Government Center and Governm... Read more
Five Arrested In Motel Drug Bust
Five people were arrested after police found narcotics and drug paraphernalia inside a motel room. The incident happened on October 26th when Butler Township Police received word that a woma... Read more
Two Arrested Following Slippery Rock Robbery
More information has been released regarding a robbery that took place late last week in Slippery Rock. Authorities say that early Friday morning, a 24-year-old victim was pistol-whipped at... Read more
Butler Downtown honored businesses and volunteers Thursday night at their annual celebration. The non-profit organization held the event at Brushes and Barstools where three annual awards we... Read more
One of the items requested in the budget proposed by Butler Township Chief John Hayes to the Township Commissioners could be used to solve crimes involving vehicles. Hayes would like to see... Read more
Butler Twp. Commissioners Hear Budget Proposals
Administrators believe that the 2020 Butler Township budget can be balanced using existing anticipated revenue. Butler Township administrators and department heads presented their needs to t... Read more
Wintry Weather Causes Friday Morning Accidents
Emergency crews were busy Friday morning with the overnight snow causing a number of accidents in Butler County. An accident on Evans City Road caused significant traffic delays. According t... Read more
I-79 Crash Delays Morning Commute
A morning crash on I-79 caused significant traffic issues in Cranberry Township. The multi-vehicle accident happened on the southbound lane of I-79 just before 8 a.m. near milemarker 81—whic... Read more
PennDOT Preparing For Winter Season
Snow is in the forecast for later today, and that means crews at PennDOT are officially getting ready for the winter season. Butler County PennDOT Manager Mike Mattis says crews will be read... Read more