Both Pennsylvania senators are joining together to introduce a bill that is aimed at improving nursing homes. Democrat Bob Casey and Republican Pat Toomey say long term care facilities were... Read more
There were 57 new cases of COVID-19 and one additional death for Butler County Thursday. That now brings the death toll in the county to 378 since the beginning of the pandemic. As of Wednes... Read more
Butler Man Charged For Killing Unborn Child
A 19-year-old Butler man is facing charges for killing an unborn child. Butler Township Police say Damien Large assaulted a 33-year-old pregnant woman back on Christmas Day last year. Accord... Read more
Highway In Nashville Named In Kaufman’s Honor
A section of a highway in Nashville, Tennessee will be re-named in the honor of a Butler native who was murdered while heading to work. Officials in Wilson County unanimously approved re-nam... Read more
Butler County has reached an agreement with the Clearview Mall to serve as a mass vaccination site when the time comes. County Commissioner Kim Geyer said that while it’s unknown when Butler... Read more
St. Wendelin Moves To Remote Learning Thursday
Saint Wendelin School will be learning remotely Thursday due to mechanical issues. School officials say they have heating problems in the school, forcing the decision. Students are to log in... Read more
BHS: Over 55,000 Have Received COVID Vaccine
Butler Health System’s vaccine rollout continues to move ahead. Officials say they vaccinated over 55,000 individuals between Butler Memorial Hospital and Clarion Hospital. Out of that numbe... Read more
Mars High School Closes Due To COVID
Mars High School is closing for the rest of the week due to the coronavirus. According to the district’s website, the high school has had five positive tests this week. While that’s less tha... Read more
Wednesday Update: State Count Includes 33 New County Cases; Local Hospitalizations Up Slightly
There were 33 new cases of COVID-19 and no additional deaths reported by the state for Butler County on Wednesday. The death toll for the county remains at 377 since the beginning of the pan... Read more
Rep. Pyle Retires After Nearly Two Decades
A longtime lawmaker who represents a portion of Butler County has just retired. State Representative Jeff Pyle of the 60th District announced his retirement yesterday effective immediately.... Read more