Slippery Rock University is expecting a large “Class of 2022” to start their college education today. A total of 1,580 students will begin the fall semester. That doesn’t break a record- whi... Read more
The Butler School District will once again host the “Pie Festival” this year. It’s an annual event sponsored by the Butler Golden Tornado Marching Band as a way to introduce the band’s new s... Read more
Five people were reportedly hurt- including one seriously- in a crash Saturday in Summit Township. The accident happened about 4:30 p.m. on Route 422 near Moran Road and involved three vehic... Read more
A Butler County judge is once again just a step away from becoming a federal judge. The U.S. Senate is expected to resume consideration on Monday of Marilyn Horan and 11 other district court... Read more
Thousands of people traveled into downtown Butler over the weekend for the second annual ‘Butler Italian Festival.’ Highlights included bands, eating contests, a meet-and-greet with Gianni R... Read more
It’s ‘Back To School’ for more local students today. It’s the first day of classes for students in the Moniteau School District in West Sunbury. The district has two schools- Dassa McKinney... Read more
Butler City Council has tabled a motion that institutes a procedure for reporting disorderly houses and seeking help from landlords in the process. Butler Mayor Ben Smith: “I would feel much... Read more
Butler City Council has updated the job description for the recently posted position of joint Fire Chief of Butler City and Butler Township. That job description lists responsibilities inclu... Read more
The Pennsylvania Department of Corrections says new safety measures are being implemented after staff members at three state prisons were recently sickened by an unknown substance. Correctio... Read more
The motorcyclist involved in a crash Thursday afternoon in Lancaster Township has died. Authorities say 26-year-old Leroy G. Hill IV of New Castle was on a bike on Route 19 about 1:30 p.m. w... Read more