Big Butler Fair Continues this Week
The 165th Big Butler Fair continues this week in Prospect. The event, which is held at the Big Butler Fairgrounds on New Castle Road, is one of the largest fairs in the state. Attractions in... Read more
Friday Update: Two New Cases
There were two new cases of COVID-19 for Butler County Friday. The low number of new cases also coincides with a low number of local hospitalizations. As of Thursday afternoon, Butler Memori... Read more
PennDOT DMV Closing This Weekend
Pennsylvania Department of Transportation license and photo centers will be closed Saturday in observance of Independence Day. Motorists are still be able to access many services online at a... Read more
Foil Balloons Causing Power Outages
While fireworks are one of the leading causes of injuries during the Fourth of July, officials are warning of another hazard at parties. First Energy says that foil balloons are causing a si... Read more
Officials Warn Of Alcohol Use On Boats
With many people taking to the water during this holiday weekend, boating experts are encouraging the use of caution. During this busiest time of the year for recreational boating, law enfor... Read more
Vets Offer Tips On Pets And Fireworks
The Fourth of July can be a scary time for pets so pet owners may want to take extra precautions with furry friends. Many dogs and cats become anxious or fearful around loud and unpredictabl... Read more
Police Conducting DUI Checkpoints This Weekend
State police in Butler will be conducting various DUI checkpoints this holiday weekend. The roving enforcement areas will be conducted on roads that police say are problematic with DUI offen... Read more
Thursday Update: One New Case Of COVID
There was one new case of COVID-19 for Butler County Thursday. That now marks 10 straight days where the daily number of new cases was below five. Statewide, there were 186 new cases of COVI... Read more
A fire inside a fuse box at a Cranberry Township business forced employees out of the building Thursday morning. Around 9:40 a.m. crews were sent to Hy-Tech Machines on Leonburg Road—which i... Read more
Community celebrations are back for the Fourth of July this year, which means we can expect to see many fireworks displays. County residents should be able to see fireworks at a number of ev... Read more