A new bill from the state house aims to boost entrepreneurial attitudes for youngsters under 18. It’s called “free the lemonade stand” bill and it would allow kids to operate a business with... Read more
A bill authored by a local lawmaker to increase protections for minors and victims of human trafficking is moving forward. Republican State Representative Marci Mustello’s House Bill 231 str... Read more
Since Broad Street Elementary School will be reopening this fall, the Butler Area School District will once again begin to receive financial reimbursement for work done at the school. A tota... Read more
Local and state leaders are offering their reaction to the conviction of Minnesota police officer Derek Chauvin. Chauvin was guilty on all three counts for the murder of George Floyd. Congre... Read more
Slippery Rock University is recognizing students and employees with a virtual awards ceremony and presentation later this week. The SRU President’s Commission for Disability Issues will hold... Read more
The public is invited to enjoy a wide variety of delicious food at an event to support a great cause later this week. The Saxonburg Volunteer Fire Company Food Truck Festival will kick off T... Read more
Pennsylvania American Water is expressing interest in purchasing the Butler Area Sewer Authority. Our newsroom has learned that at the sewer authority’s regular board meeting last, PA Americ... Read more
There’s still time to sign up for an upcoming Butler County Chamber of Commerce opportunity to hear more about national politics. The Friday Morning Coffee Club will continue this Friday at... Read more
There were 48 new cases of COVID-19 and no additional deaths for Butler County Tuesday. As of Monday morning, Butler Memorial Hospital was treating 24 patients for the coronavirus, with two... Read more
Thursday is the official observance of Earth Day and Slippery Rock University is presenting several events that support environmental protection. This year’s SRU Earth Day observance kicked... Read more
