Man Pleads Guilty To Firing Shots in Butler City
A Cheswick man accused of firing a gun in the City of Butler over a year ago pled guilty to charges late last week. In January 2025 officers were called to the 300 block of West Jefferson St... Read more
Sunday Sports 4-26
The Pirates defeated the Milwaukee Brewers last evening 6-3. The Pirates play the Brewer’s again this afternoon at 2pm. WISR pre-game begins with the Pirates Insider Show at 1:10pm. The Pe... Read more
Red Cross Mars Blood Drive
A fundraiser to benefit a child in need of transfusions and financial support will be held this weekend in Mars. An American Red Cross Blood Drive will take place from noon to 6 p.m. Monday... Read more
Moraine Spring Bird Walk
Visitors are welcome to an upcoming event at a local state park that will focus on spring birds. Moraine State Park is hosting a Spring Bird Walk from 8 a.m. to noon at the Old 422 Launch by... Read more
Insurance Fraud
After accepting payment from insurance for roof repairs a Butler man is now facing charges for attempting to file another claim for the same damage. In June of 2025, 53-year-old James Wilson... Read more
New Independence Health System Surgeon
A new surgeon specializing in advanced orthopedic care is joining the staff of Independence Health System. Dr. Jason Clark is joining the medical staff at the IHS locations in Saxonburg and... Read more
Chase And Shut Down Sentence
A Pittsburgh man that led police on a chase and standoff in southern Butler County was sentenced late last week. In September of 2024 police were called to an Adams Township home for a domes... Read more
Center Township Road Closure
A portion of a Center Township roadway will be closed this week for repairs. On Monday, township crews will begin replacing a culvert under Unionville Road. Motorists should avoid the portio... Read more
Butler City Taking Steps To Establish Land Bank
Butler City Council has taken the first step in the creation of a new local organization to address some property issues. At their meeting Thursday night, Council approved the introduction a... Read more
PHEAA Adding To Grant Funding
The Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA) has announced the largest grant funding formula. The increase will see awardees receive a maximum award of $6,000 for the 2026-27... Read more




