Gas prices dropped once again both locally as well as across western Pennsylvania as a whole this week. According to AAA’s weekly gas price report, the average price for a gallon of regular,... Read more
Local hospitalizations connected to COVID-19 have continued to increase at Butler Memorial Hospital over the past week. According to the Butler Health System, as of Monday morning 18 patient... Read more
Multiple people were taken to hospitals over the weekend after an accident during the Ride for the Cure event. Reports indicate that eight people were injured, with four of the individuals b... Read more
Authorities are continuing to investigate a theft that recently occurred at a well pad in neighboring Lawrence County. According to State Police, troopers were called to a well pad on Baird... Read more
No injuries were reported following a one car crash that occurred last week in Middlesex Township. According to State Police, a 79-year-old Butler man was traveling north on Route 8 just af... Read more
Butler County is taking steps to apply for an election integrity grant. The funding is offered through the state as part of this year’s budget. County officials say they could be awarded as... Read more
The Jean B. Purvis Community Health Center is receiving a grant to help provide dental services to individuals in the area. The non-profit was recently awarded $20,000 from the Delta Dental... Read more
Butler County’s Conservation District will be remaining in the same location for the next 20 years. The group entered into a long-term lease agreement with the Bantam Commons earlier this we... Read more
A Saxonburg native and longtime educator is returning to his hometown tomorrow to discuss a new book. Dr. Jeffrey Neal is a 1981 Knoch graduate who has been in the education industry for the... Read more
A motorcyclist was flown to a local hospital following a crash that occurred late last week in Center Township. According to State Police, 34-year-old Jay Vinroe of Butler was riding his mot... Read more
One person was injured following a crash that occurred Saturday morning in Forward Township. According to State Police, an unidentified driver was traveling on Marburger Road near Watters St... Read more
No serious injuries were reported following a one car crash that occurred late last week in the northern part of Butler County. According to State Police, 75-year-old Carol Ditto of Ohio was... Read more
An annual fundraiser kicks off tomorrow that helps supports local breast cancer patients. The 11th annual Riding For The Cure is happening this Saturday. The event brings hundreds of motorcy... Read more
Cranberry Township will once again be hosting a free program for teens who are interested in becoming firefighters. The Cranberry VFC will launch its second year Junior Cadet Fire Academy fr... Read more
An upcoming fundraiser will help members of our community dealing with disability. Pins for a Purpose is planned for Sunday, August 21st from noon to 3 p.m. at Sherwood Lanes. A $100 team fe... Read more
Drivers, be aware of a road closure this evening. Tonight, Aug 29, 2022, between 6pm-9pm, crews will be shutting down Buttercup Road for a 5k, which will benefit All Saints Parish. The event... Read more
Emergency crews in Butler County could be soon receiving new software that officials say would make communication easier. County commissioners approved the purchase of VIN licenses for new m... Read more
The Pennsylvania Departments of Transportation and Environmental Protection are working with partners across the state to make electric vehicles more of a realistic option for residents. As... Read more
A new heart doctor has joined the Butler Health System. Dr. Dinesh Bhaskaran is the newest member of the BHS Heart team specializing in cardiothoracic surgery. Dr. Bhaskaran attended the Uni... Read more
Efforts in finding the right plan are moving forward for the former Butler Middle School. At this week’s county commissioner meeting, the county formally entered into a contract with Pittsbu... Read more
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