Pennsylvania took center stage in the political world over the weekend. In the final days before the midterm election, President Joe Biden was in Philadelphia campaigning for Democratic Sena... Read more

Congressman Mike Kelly was joined by a number of his colleagues in pushing for more information on why a Butler native who is currently imprisoned in Russia is not considered “wrongfully det... Read more

A father is facing attempted homicide charges for allegedly stabbing his son in Armstrong County. State police say they were called to a home on Washington Street in Parks Township last Wedn... Read more

The newest Butler County Veteran of the Year has been named. Dave Smith of Evans City received the recognition late last week. Smith served 34 years in the United States Marine Corps in both... Read more

With Election Day set for tomorrow, an annual tradition is returning once again to Butler. The Lifesteps and Rotary Club pancake breakfast is back for its 63rd year. The all-day event begins... Read more

Today marks the first morning rush hour since the switch back to standard time, and AAA is offering some tips to make sure you’re safe on the road. The travel agency says drowsy driving is o... Read more

Authorities are continuing to investigate a case involving a Meadville man who was found dead last week in Slippery Rock Township, Lawrence County. According to State Police, an unidentified... Read more

A bill introduced by a local legislator to improve staffing at long-term care facilities is now law. State Representative Tim Bonner (R-Butler, Mercer) says House Bill 2293 requires Contract... Read more

Those looking for employment are invited to visit an upcoming Butler County job fair by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation. This event is taking place at the PennDOT offices on Ne... Read more

A longtime employee at an iconic Butler establishment was honored for her nearly 50 years of service yesterday. Judy Yanul has worked at local McDonald’s Restaurants for the last 46 years. M... Read more

Hungry customers will have a chance to enjoy a good hoagie while supporting local firefighters. The Firehouse Subs in the Butler Crossing Plaza is hosting a Community Day with the Butler Tow... Read more

A stretch of the Pennsylvania Turnpike was closed for hours yesterday following a violent tractor trailer crash. The accident happened around 5:45 a.m. near mile marker 20—which is in betwee... Read more

Those interested in helping at local state park while enjoying the beauty of nature will have an opportunity this weekend. Volunteers are needed at Moraine State Park on Saturday from 10 a.m... Read more

A local organization is trying to help make a better holiday season for kids in need through a toy collection this weekend. The Friends of the Bantam Jeep Association will hold a Holiday Toy... Read more

A fundraiser to benefit a local fire company is planned for this weekend. The annual Spaghetti Dinner of the Cranberry Township Volunteer Fire Company’s Ladies Auxiliary will take place Satu... Read more

There was an uptick in local COVID cases over the past week. The state Department of Health says Butler County had nearly 200 new cases in the past seven days. That’s up slightly from the pr... Read more

We fall back this weekend as Daylight Saving Time comes to an end. That means when we hit 2 a.m. on Sunday, clocks will go back to 1 a.m. which is known as Standard Time. The annual traditio... Read more

After an appeal by the PIAA put the future of the Butler Golden Tornado’s football season jeopardy, the team has learned they will be playing for the District 10 championship tonight. A judg... Read more

The midterm election is just four days away and new polling shows a close race in the battle for United States Senate. Polls have shown Republican Dr. Mehmet Oz and Democrat John Fetterman a... Read more

A violent tractor trailer crash has closed down a stretch of the Pennsylvania Turnpike. The accident happened earlier this morning around 5:45 a.m. near mile marker 20—which is in between th... Read more