We reported earlier this week that new upgrades are coming to Father Marinaro Park. But there are more county parks that will also be improving this year. The Department of Conservation and... Read more
Butler Twp. Commissioners Sworn-In
A familiar figure returned to the Butler Township Municipal Building to administer oaths of office to those beginning new roles or new terms. The Honorable Judge Marilyn J. Horan administere... Read more
Longtime Business Owner Peggy Hutchinson Dies
A local businesswoman and well-known member of the Butler community has passed away. Margaret “Peggy” Curtin Hutchinson on Penn Township passed away at home on Friday. Hutchinson and her hus... Read more
City Council Divvies Up Department Assignments
As a new group of council members take over in the City of Butler, that comes with new heads of departments. As the new mayor, Bob Dandoy takes over the Department of Public Affairs and Bure... Read more
Butler Twp. Hires New Emergency Services Director
Butler Township has filled a new administrative position. At their meeting Monday, Township Commissioners approved the hiring of Zelienople resident Scott Frederick as Director of Emergency... Read more
Local COVID Update Includes Seven New Deaths
Seven more people have died locally at Butler Memorial Hospital this past weekend as a result of serious COVID-19 symptoms. The hospital reported one COVID-related death to the state on Frid... Read more
The University of Pittsburgh is one of the first local colleges to implement some changes as they get ready to return to class. The university will be moving to remote learning to start the... Read more
Fewer People Making New Year’s Resolutions
With the start of a new calendar year, many are making their New Year’s resolutions. But, according to CBS News—it’s not as many as it used to be. A new poll shows that only 29 percent of Am... Read more
With the holidays coming to an end, energy officials are reminding home owners not to leave decorations up too long. West Penn Power says it’s a good idea to start taking decorations that in... Read more
Inauguration Day: Dandoy To Become Mayor
It’s inauguration day as Butler gets ready to swear in a new mayor. Longtime city resident and councilman Bob Dandoy will become the 21st person to become mayor for the City of Butler. Dando... Read more