Butler County native Marc Fogel has been released from a Russian prison after three and a half years. The teacher from Oakmont was released as part of an exchange Tuesday afternoon. He shoul... Read more

Police are providing more information about a fatal crash last week in Lawrence County. The accident happened last Wednesday on Rout 19 near the intersection with Harlansburg Road. Police sa... Read more

The Butler Area School Board took a closer look Monday at anticipated budget figures for the upcoming 2025-2026 school year. Director of Finance and Operations Heather Bonzo outlined the num... Read more

A new program at Butler County Community College targeting those interested in manufacturing is still accepting applications. The industrial equipment technician certificate program at BC3 i... Read more

A local lawmaker is joining with colleagues to introduce a bill that would create jobs as well as another that impacts how some students are granted financial aid. Republican U.S. Congressma... Read more

Young students in Mars are holding theme days this week as they continue their annual fundraising for heart health. Mars Area Centennial students are encouraged to wear exercise clothes toda... Read more

A trip through history returns later this month highlighting George Washington’s trek through the area. The Cherry Pie Hike is an annual tradition held near Washington’s Birthday. Multiple h... Read more

Cranberry Township is moving forward with the latest plans to improve the Brush Creek wastewater facility. The board of supervisors approved a $35 million project to upgrade the plant’s sewa... Read more

Cranberry Township is bringing back their hazardous household and electronic recycling program. The board of supervisors approved the contract with Noble Environmental to host four recycling... Read more

A woman from Ellwood City is out thousands after an online hacker was able to access personal information. State police say the victim recently found out that her email account had been comp... Read more

Those looking for fun activity or to learn more about saving a life are invited to stop by the YMCA tomorrow. The Butler YMCA is hosting a Youth Pickleball Jam Party from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. W... Read more

The Butler Area School District is inviting the public to say goodbye to the former Middle School/Junior High facility later this month. Superintendent Dr. Brian White will be among the dist... Read more

The state is continuing to take measures in response to the bird flu. Governor Josh Shapiro included $2 million in this year’s proposed budget for a new animal testing laboratory, and $13 mi... Read more

The founder of Kings Family Restaurant has died. Hartley King passed away last week according to his family. King started the restaurant in North Versailles in 1967, and it grew to more than... Read more

A potential bill would take steps to help prevent gift card scams. House Rep. Joe Ciresi plans to re-introduce legislation that requires stores selling gift cards to post clear signage warni... Read more

Police are continuing their investigation after responding to a car fire and finding a body inside. Crews were called to DuBrook Concrete in Evans City Friday around 4:30 p.m. for a vehicle... Read more

A contractor is facing charges for taking money from a woman and not completing the work. Police have charged Andrew Wooley of New Brighton of ASAP Contracting for taking $3,500 from the vic... Read more

A Slippery Rock man was placed in the Butler County Prison after he allegedly attempted to break into two homes in Butler City. Police were called to the 500 block of Second Street on Friday... Read more

The Jackson Township Planning Commission rejected a plan last week that would have placed further restrictions on oil and gas wells. Currently the DEP regulates these wells, but community me... Read more

A telephone town hall will be held on Wednesday to help with the upcoming tax season. Rep. Mike Kelly will be joined by IRS and TAS officials to answer any questions and help those across Pe... Read more