A new statewide program goes into effect today that aims to protect crews in roadside work zones. If drivers are caught speeding in work zones, they will get a warning for their first offens... Read more
At least two people are recovering following an accident Tuesday afternoon in Worth Township. The call came into the Butler County 911 Center shortly before 5 p.m. for a crash on New Castle... Read more
There are a number of contested primaries in Butler County this year—and the county’s Republican committee announced they’re supporting the incumbents. State Representatives Darryl Metcalfe... Read more
The Catholic Diocese of Pittsburgh is taking steps to limit the rapidly spreading coronavirus pandemic. Bishop David Zubik has issued preventative directives such as the distribution of the... Read more
Butler County will receive over $8 million in state money this year to help maintain nearly 1,500 miles of roads through the liquid fuels tax. The money, which is distributed annually to the... Read more
A woman suffered minor injuries during an accident this morning in Center Township. The one vehicle crash happened around 6:20 a.m. in the 1200 block of Sunset Drive—which is in between Rout... Read more
Butler County is preparing to deal with the rapidly spreading coronavirus pandemic. Administrators with the County’s Emergency Services Department will maintain regular contact with public h... Read more
At least one person was injured as a result of an accident Monday afternoon in Brady Township. Crews from Unionville and Slippery Rock were among those responding just after noon on Route 8... Read more
A man is in the Butler County jail after he allegedly went into a home, stole a set of keys, and hit a young girl. It happened around 4:45 last Friday afternoon when Butler City Police recei... Read more
A Renfrew man was flown to a Pittsburgh hospital after he broke his leg in a motorcycle accident on Route 8. Butler Township Police say 50-year-old Kevin Schultz was driving on Route 8 South... Read more
You may have seen them popping up in bars, restaurants, and convenient stores—but authorities are now cracking down on video gambling machines. State police spokesman Ryan Tarkowski says the... Read more
No one was injured in a Sunday morning accident in Jefferson Township. The one vehicle crash happened on Frazier Road just after 8 a.m. when 23-year-old Jacob Dietz lost control of his car a... Read more
Butler County Community College is offering help for prospective students and families applying for federal financial aid. The first workshop will be held Wednesday from 4 to 6 p.m. in Room... Read more
As volunteer fire companies struggle to find personnel, a leader in the Pennsylvania house is offering recruiting advice. State Rep and Appropriations Chair Stan Saylor says it’s important t... Read more
The South Butler County School District is taking precautions in order to keep students healthy and encourages parents to do the same. According to a letter from South Butler Superintendent... Read more
Study abroad trips planned for the upcoming spring break at Slippery Rock University have been cancelled as a result of the coronavirus. According to a letter issued by SRU President Dr. Wil... Read more
As part of the fight against overdose deaths, the Wolf Administration is announcing plans to give free naloxone to airports across the state. It will be stored with AED machines and first ai... Read more
A new eatery, convenience store, and gas station is getting ready to open early next week in southern Butler County. The American Natural Cranberry Grand Opening is scheduled for Monday at 8... Read more
It’s the first Friday in Lent—which means it’s time for fish fries. It’s a tradition that is quite popular in the area and around Pittsburgh. The 9th annual Zelienople Fish Fry benefit will... Read more
Following an announcement earlier this week that South Butler County School District will receive a large state grant, administrators are now sharing information about how that money will be... Read more
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