Mars Area School District is expanding its program that gives students their own technological devices to help learn. 5th and 6th graders at the Mars Centennial School will now get a distric... Read more
Solar energy is increasing its place in the energy market, and state lawmakers heard about its potential economic impacts at a hearing late last week. It was an informational session for mem... Read more
Solar energy is increasing its place in the energy market, and state lawmakers heard about its potential economic impacts at a hearing late last week. It was an informational session for mem... Read more
A new test for Lyme disease is being researched in Western Pennsylvania. Researchers are taking part of a clinical study that could pave the way for a more efficient Lyme test. This would ut... Read more
A new test for Lyme disease is being researched in Western Pennsylvania. Researchers are taking part of a clinical study that could pave the way for a more efficient Lyme test. This would ut... Read more
A home in Cranberry Township was significantly damaged in a fire over the weekend. According to our news partners at WPXI, crews were called to the scene of a fully involved fire on Jefferso... Read more
There are more than 100 home without power this morning after yesterday’s strong storms. The first severe thunderstorm warning was issued around 4 p.m. by the National Weather Service. Over... Read more
Those interested in learning more about kayaking and local nature are invited to an event scheduled for this coming weekend at Moraine State Park. On Saturday from 9am until 11am, park staff... Read more
A local group is giving Butler City residents a chance to care for new street trees. The Butler City Shade Tree Commission Adopt a Tree Program is looking for interested residents with a min... Read more
This week kicks off Armstrong’s “Avenge Hunger Month.” The initiative started four years ago to coincide with National Hunger Action Month. It’s also a part of their Breaking Bread initiativ... Read more
The annual Butler County Chamber of Commerce celebration of business excellence dinner is planned for later this week. After a one year hiatus, the event will take place at 5:30 p.m. Wednesd... Read more
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation is expanding litter pickup operations through Labor Day. According to PennDOT, enhanced cleanups are occurring on high traffic roadways where vo... Read more
A local State Park will welcome attendees at a fun event scheduled for later this week. On Thursday, the Park Naturalist at Moraine State Park will lead participants on a 15 minute walk from... Read more
A local motorist was killed following a one car crash that occurred last week in neighboring Armstrong County. According to our news partners at WPXI, a 17-year-old motorist was traveling on... Read more
One motorist was injured following a three vehicle crash that occurred last month on Interstate 80 in nearby Mercer County. According to State Police, traffic was stopped due to an unrelated... Read more
Anyone interested in enjoying more about local nature is invited out to McConnells Mill later this week for a two-mile hike. On Thursday (September 2nd), the Park Naturalist will lead attend... Read more
A police investigation into shots fired in downtown Butler has resulted in charges filed against a local man. According to Butler City Police, officers were dispatched to the 100 block of Gr... Read more
Saturday marks the 10th year of the Connoquenessing Creek Cleanup project. Over the past decade the cleanup has removed over 600,000 pounds of garbage and more than 7,000 tires from the Conn... Read more
A couple of fun outdoor activities are planned for this week at Moraine State Park. First, a Star Party is planned for Saturday night from 8 to 10 p.m. at the Lakeview Beach Area on the Nort... Read more
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