Work is expected to begin soon on a former local restaurant that was destroyed by fire in February. Rick’s Taproom and Grill on Meridian Road has been vacant since that incident but that doe... Read more

With a week of hot temperatures in store, the Public Utility Commission is offering some energy saving tips. They mention several simple things that can help keep costs down. Fan Yourself: f... Read more

A new report shows that over 7,500 students earned a degree this past year at Pennsylvania community colleges. The numbers from the Pennsylvania Commission for Community College say that hea... Read more

Pennsylvania veterans who receive benefits will no longer be taxed on those benefits thanks to a new law. The bipartisan law passed without a single no vote in both the house and senate will... Read more

Pennsylvania Department of Transportation facilities will be closed in observance of the Juneteenth holiday. All PennDOT driver’s license and photo centers will be shut down Wednesday. The f... Read more

An online event later this week will provide updates and strategies for chicken owners dealing with concerns about avian influenza. Penn State Extension is offering a free webinar Wednesday... Read more

An outdoor event through the Butler Public Library has been canceled due to the high heat. The Playground Fun event at the Christie Avenue Playground scheduled for later today has been cance... Read more

Butler County Chamber of Commerce is hosting their 9th annual summer social tonight. The free event takes place at Hearth and Home Furnishings in Zelienople from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Appetizers... Read more

An event at the South Butler Library later this evening will offer advice on how to save for the future. The library is presenting “Building Wealth” which focuses on saving while raising kid... Read more

A total of 27 individuals retired from the Seneca Valley School District following the conclusion of this school year. The retirees were recognized by the school board and administration dur... Read more

Some Butler County residents are still dealing with power outages after last night’s strong storms. The severe weather rolled into the area last evening, producing strong winds and heavy rai... Read more

A man from West Sunbury suffered minor injuries after a rollover crash Sunday evening. The crash happened around 8 p.m. on West Eldorado Road, near the North Country Scenic Trail. Police say... Read more

Butler Township commissioners are moving forward with filling the position of top law enforcement officer in the municipality. The commissioners approved a motion at their Monday night meeti... Read more

As the heat wave continues this week the Red Cross has provided information on what to do to stay cool. According to the Red Cross, last year there were around 2,300 heat related deaths in t... Read more

Two people were taken to the hospital after a crash Sunday morning on I-79. The accident happened around 11:45 a.m. in the southbound lane about two miles south of the Slippery Rock exit in... Read more

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation is continuing late spring road project maintenance work around Butler County this week. These activities include drainage work along Freeport Ro... Read more

Local residents are invited to help those in need through a food drive beginning this week. The Advance Practice Providers at Independence Health System are holding a donation drive to suppo... Read more

The Butler Area Public Library will be showcasing a large number of interesting buttons this month and next. The exhibit is called Button Collecting – A Fun Hobby for Everyone, presented by... Read more

A local man has been sentenced after a conviction of violating federal gun and drug laws over three years ago. Department of Justice officials say 44-year-old Darnell Wynn, formerly of State... Read more

A man is facing charges after he fled an accident in Evans City earlier this month. The crash happened back on June 1st at the intersection of Main Street and South Washington Street. Police... Read more