Congressman Mike Kelly is introducing legislation that he says will open more opportunities for students to enter higher education. The Tax Free Pell Grants Act expands the usage of Pell Gra... Read more
VA Hosting Town Hall Thursday
The Butler VA Health Care System will host a town hall meeting later this week. The meeting is set for 5 p.m. Thursday at the Abie Abraham VA Health Care Center Auditorium on North Duffy Roa... Read more
House Blocks Rep. Bernstine School Choice Bill
Legislation put forward by a local lawmaker to expand school choice and flexibility will not become law. Republican State Representative Aaron Bernstine’s amendment to an education bill bein... Read more
State Police Honor Fallen Officers
Dozens gathered at the state police headquarters in Butler yesterday to honor fallen officers. May 2nd marks the anniversary of when the state police force was created in Pennsylvania. Troop... Read more
Tuesday Sets Record For Coldest High Temperature
While the calendar says May, it surely hasn’t felt like it to start the month. Yesterday, Butler resident dealt with cold and damp conditions. In fact, the National Weather Service says Tues... Read more
Career And Resource Fair Set For Next Week
An event set for early next week looks to give local residents a chance to learn more about job opportunities. A career and resource fair will be held next Monday on BC3’s main campus. Many... Read more
Pediatrics Office Plans Move To Hindman Road
A local medical provider is planning to build a new and larger facility in Butler Township. The Butler Township Planning Commission has recommended conditional approval to a land development... Read more
Local Man Sentenced For Fentanyl Charges
A local man has been sentenced after pleading guilty to federal drug charges. According to the U.S. Department of Justice, 38-year-old Joshua McKenzie will serve eight years in prison follow... Read more
Butler Twp. Commissioner Zarnick Advocates For Municipalities In Harrisburg
Butler Township Commissioner Dave Zarnick recently attended Lobby Days in Harrisburg where he met with State Senator Scott Hutchison and Representative Marci Mustello. Zarnick serves on the... Read more
Some Gold Medal Flour Recalled
A popular brand of flour is issuing a volunteer recall. Four types of Gold Medal all-purposed flour were recalled due to concerns over possible salmonella contamination. The products include... Read more