The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation is continuing spring road project maintenance work around Butler County this week. These activities include drainage work along Freeport Road in... Read more
Penn State Extension is warning of the return of the spotted lanternfly but also sharing what can be done to help control the spread. The invasive species targets 70 species of trees and can... Read more
A local museum is offering a special class this weekend. The Maridon Museum on North McKean Street in Butler City will hold a Japanese flower art class from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday. Those a... Read more
A local young man will be raising money for animals in need through an upcoming event. The public is invited a Lemonade Stand Fundraiser on Sunday from noon to 2 p.m. at the Butler Agway on... Read more
A new law that would allow “canned cocktails” to be sold outside of state liquor stores has passed the state senate. The bill would allow bars, restaurants, and distributors to sell mixed dr... Read more
There is still time for local women veterans to join in a free event at the Butler VA Health Care System planned for this weekend. On Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. the VA is holding a Wome... Read more
The first event at the new Sprankle Woods will take place this weekend. The Strawberry Moon Festival is set for Saturday and Sunday at the new event venue on Riemer Road in Sarver. The festi... Read more
State Police have issued a statement on a recent development in the nearly 40 year old unsolved Winfield Township disappearance of a local child. The State Police are investigating a recent... Read more
With the Jeep Invasion colliding with Butler High School’s Commencement, there is expected to be heavy traffic in the Butler area this evening. Over 1,000 Jeeps are set to line Main Street a... Read more
Today marks the last day of school and graduation at the Butler Area School District. Students will only have a half-day of class at both the secondary and elementary levels. Secondary dismi... Read more
A Butler woman is recovering after being attacked in Pittsburgh while trying to return home. After finishing a day of work for her internship in the city of Pittsburgh 18-year-old Sofia Manc... Read more
The Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency (PCCD) has issued grant funding to allow counties to pay public defense attorneys. The Indigent Defense Advisory Committee awarded noncom... Read more
A technical school in the Pittsburgh area has closed its doors for good. Triangle Tech announced it was closing its headquarters and all of their branch campuses. School officials cited a de... Read more
The curtain is set to rise on the final production of the 82nd Butler Little Theatre season this weekend. Starting tonight, audiences will be able to enjoy “Ripcord”. This is a Golden Girls... Read more
A longtime employee at an iconic Butler establishment was recognized for her over 30 years of service yesterday. 73-year-old Martha Kennedy has worked the drive-thru at the Greater Butler Ma... Read more
A ceremony this weekend will recognize young and recent alumni at Slippery Rock University. The 2024 Rock Solid 10 Under 10 awards brunch is planned for 9:30 a.m. Saturday at the Smith Stude... Read more
The South Butler Community Library is hosting an educational session for those interested in learning more about Medicare. This workshop is free and open to the public Friday at 10:30 a.m. a... Read more
Last week a Butler woman was honored by a United State Representative for turning 100. On May 17th Cather Tilko turned 100 and on May 31st Representative Mike Kelly presented her with a flag... Read more
With World Blood Donor Day coming up next week, local residents are being asked to join in an effort to save lives. The first of several local Vitalant blood drives is planned for tomorrow f... Read more
As a possible strike looms between Butler County Community College and the support professionals union, the board of trustees is advocating for a previous offer. The Butler County Community... Read more
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