The Mars Area School Board has decided on a course of action that will result in major improvements to the district’s middle school. After being presented with two options to deal with conce... Read more
No one was reportedly seriously hurt in a crash early Wednesday morning in Fairview Township. The crash happened about 5:15 a.m. on Hooker Road, near South Street and the railroad tracks. Po... Read more
A pedestrian was struck by a vehicle Monday night in Butler Township. Police say 36-year-old Eric Graham of Sarver was walking southbound along the southbound lane of North Main Street Exten... Read more
Today is Galentine’s Day. It’s a national holiday that’s been growing in popularity the last few years. The idea was born out of a popular TV show, NBC’s Parks and Recreation starring Amy Po... Read more
The Butler Area School Board took the first step toward a 2018-19 budget with a discussion about projected revenue Monday night. Business Manager Nick Morelli outlined the numbers he is usin... Read more
A Butler County Community College professor has been recognized by the state for outstanding service. Chris Calhoun, 56, of Butler was applauded by the Pennsylvania Fish & Boat Commissio... Read more
The Pennsylvania State Police want people to be aware of scams surrounding the Olympics. State Police say scammers try to capitalize on all high-profile occasions by using techniques to stea... Read more
The Butler Area School District will take a more active role in combating online crimes through a new partnership. The school board has approved a joint municipal agreement with the Butler C... Read more
Butler City Council has finalized a new version of the 2018 budget that includes a tax adjustment and a wage freeze for most city employees. This new budget, with equal revenues and expenses... Read more
The South Butler teachers’ union has voted to authorize its leaders to call for a strike if negotiators are unable to reach a contract agreement with the school district. An exact strike dat... Read more
