Snowy Start To April
The calendar reads April but the weather says snow. Most areas of Butler County saw between 2-3 inches of snow fall overnight. There have been a few minor traffic accidents reported in Butle... Read more
Do you go by something other than your legal first name? A new policy allows Slippery Rock University students to choose a preferred first name for campus documents and systems such as diplo... Read more
As many residents observe Good Friday, some local children will have a brighter Easter season thanks to the efforts of Butler County Community College students. Vicky Dunkle of Karns City is... Read more
Good Friday Closures
Today is the Christian holiday of Good Friday and some government offices will be closed in observance. County government offices are closed, including the Butler County Courthouse. The Butl... Read more
Local Group To Hold Townhall Tuesday
A local organization is holding another gathering to try to encourage progress with South Butler teachers’ contract negotiations. The South Butler School Action Committee is sponsoring a Tow... Read more
Twelve municipalities throughout Butler County will receive money to help with projects in their local parks. The funding is awarded annually through the Butler County Park Renovation Progra... Read more
UPDATE (10am Friday): At least two people have died in an early Friday morning crash along Interstate 79, just south of Butler County. The multi-vehicle accident happened about 3 a.m. shortl... Read more
It’s been six months since a woman’s body was found near the Oneida Valley Dam in Butler County and now, police have charged the man they believe was responsible. Shaun Long, 49, of Emlenton... Read more
Dog Park Won’t Be Open Until 2019
There’s been a lot of buzz surrounding a dog park that is currently under construction in Butler County-owned and operated Alameda Park. Jade’s Dog Park won’t be open until next year but con... Read more
Webcam Streaming Activity From Osprey Nest
You can now watch an active osprey nest from the comfort of your computer. A new webcam is featuring a continuous live stream of a nest along the North Shore of Lake Arthur in Moraine State... Read more