The man who is being charged in the hit-and-run death of a high school student in Butler was in court for the first time yesterday. Police say 38-year-old Joshua Rivera of Butler hit and kil... Read more
A new law sponsored by a local state representative may soon clear up existing liquor license laws. After being approved in the state senate, House Bill 38 sponsored by State Representative... Read more
A spaghetti dinner fundraiser is being held this weekend to help a local couple dealing with difficult situations. Frank and Barb “Breeze” Menchyk lost all their belongings and two dogs in a... Read more
BC3 Awards Pins To Practical Nursing Grads
Eight students were among the latest to graduate from Butler County Community College’s practical nursing program. The students earned their nursing pins during a ceremony earlier this week.... Read more
New App Will Help Track Bus Routes
The Butler Transit Authority is partnering with a mobile app to help riders better track routes. Executive Director John Paul says the “My Stop App” is an easy way to get real-time updates f... Read more
Hundreds of volunteers are expected to gather at North Main Cemetery Saturday morning to honor veterans in a yearly tradition. This is now the fifth year that Wreaths Across America has held... Read more
SRU Receiving Grant For Police Training
A local institution of higher learning will be receiving state funding in order to reduce crime and assist victims. The Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency recently awarded $21,... Read more
After months of negotiations that delayed payments to community colleges and libraries, Pennsylvania has now wrapped up the budgeting process. In a late-night press conference, Governor Josh... Read more
Parker Polar Plunge Returns For New Year’s Day
A chilly new year tradition is making its return once again. The Parker Polar Plunge organizers announced that the event is on for this upcoming New Year’s Day. The annual event sees a numbe... Read more
Cranberry YMCA Hosting Christmas Event
Active older adults are invited to visit a fun, seasonal event later this week. A Christmas Party will take place Friday from noon to 2 p.m. at the Rose E. Schneider Family YMCA in Cranberry... Read more