Gas Prices Jump Over The Past Week
Gas prices have increased both locally as well as across western Pennsylvania as a whole this week. According to AAA’s weekly gas price report, the average price for a gallon of regular, unl... Read more
Mars School District To Stage Mock Accident
As many high schools prepare for prom season, a local school district plans to hold a “mock accident” to give students an up-close-and-personal look at the potential effects of drinking and... Read more
PennDOT Hosting Job Fair For Summertime Work
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation is looking for workers at least 18 years old in our area. PennDOT will host a job fair this Wednesday in order to fill a number of summer mainte... Read more
Longtime Farmers President Ashbaugh Dies
The longtime president of a local regional bank has died. Ronald Ashbaugh passed away this past weekend at a Pittsburgh hospital. Ashbaugh served as the president for Farmers National Bank o... Read more
Guided Hike To Happen At McConnells Mill
Those looking for a way to enjoy the beauty of nature are invited to join in an upcoming walk planned in the area of McConnells Mill State Park. Park staff will lead a guided “Wildflowers of... Read more
Library Showcasing “Earth Day” Art Display
A unique art showcase is on display at the Butler Area Public Library. With Earth Day just a couple of weeks away, the display by local artist Terry Sendek amplifies the importance of the en... Read more
Penn State Extension Offering Recreation Seminar
Penn State Extension is offering an online program later this week about land use as it relates to statewide recreation. A 75 minute webinar on Pennsylvania’s State Recreation Plan: Meshing... Read more
A group of local students are being recognized following their impressive performance in a statewide competition. Seneca Valley High School’s Mock Trial team recently placed eighth out of 14... Read more
PennDOT Introduces New Pollinator Plate
PennDOT is looking to promote pollination as part of their new license plate design. Vehicle owners will now be able to purchase the pollinator plate which features a graphic of a butterfly... Read more
Moraine Looking For Volunteers For This Year
Anyone interested in volunteering at Moraine or McConnells Mill State Parks are invited to attend a kickoff meeting scheduled for later this week. On Saturday (April 15th), park staff and re... Read more