PennDOT Touts Success Of Autonomous Vehicles
PennDOT officials are touting the success in the development of highly automated vehicles. “Automated vehicle technology has the potential to make transportation safer, increase mobility, re... Read more
Food Distribution Tuesday At Fairgrounds
A drive-thru food distribution is set for Tuesday at the Big Butler Fairgrounds. The Greater Pittsburgh Food Bank will be distributing 50 pounds of food per vehicle from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Th... Read more
Governor Tom Wolf is calling on the state legislature to provide more funding to the COVID-19 Hazard Pay Program to help frontline workers. After awarding $50 million in CARES Act funding to... Read more
Kayaking Session At Moraine
Those interested in learning about kayaking and nature are invited to an event scheduled for later this week at a local state park. Moraine Park staff will host a kayaking session on Wednesd... Read more
There were 20 new COVID-19 cases for Butler County over the weekend. According to the state Department of Health, the county’s positivity rate is at 3.3 percent over the past seven days, tha... Read more
Indoor Dining Capacity Raised To 50%
Indoor dining restrictions are easing Monday as capacity expands to 50 percent. Governor Tom Wolf also revised the time of last call, now making it 11 p.m. with customers being able to drink... Read more
Unemployment Rate Falls In Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania’s jobless rate continues to drop according to the state Department of Industry and Labor. The rate in August fell to 10.3 percent, which is down from 12.5 percent in July. The D... Read more
AAA Reminds Drivers of Safety Hazard
AAA is reminding motorists that hanging anything from rearview mirrors, including protective masks, is a safety hazard. Even though some drivers keep masks handy when they are not being worn... Read more
Butler County projects that increase heritage tourism, enhance preservation efforts, encourage outdoor recreation, or involve natural resources are eligible to apply for a regional grant pro... Read more
Mars Area High School to Celebrate Homecoming
The Mars Area High School will kick off its 2020 Homecoming Celebration with several themed days this week. Monday has been designated as Comfy Cozy Day followed by Team Spirit Day on Tuesda... Read more