New Craft Beer Tax Implemented
A new tax on craft breweries in the state could result in your next cold one being a little more expensive. Starting today, the state will officially impose a “use tax” on beer that is sold... Read more
Gas Prices Slightly Down
It hasn’t been a dramatic decrease, but gas prices have gone down over the past week. A average price for a gallon of unleaded self-serve in Butler is $2.82, which is three cents cheaper tha... Read more
Man Found Dead After Garage Fire
Officials are investigating after a Parker man was found dead inside a garage that caught on fire yesterday morning. State police in Butler arrived at a house on Locust Lane in Allegheny Tow... Read more
Police have released additional details regarding a fatal pedestrian accident over the weekend in Chicora. According to a State Police spokesman, 35-year-old Joshua Dibble of California was... Read more
Butler Man Accused Of Raping Young Girl
A man is in the Butler County Prison for allegedly raping a 15-year-old girl at a Butler City park. 28-year-old Dalton Best of Butler was charged with statutory sexual assault and corruption... Read more
Police Arrest Man Wanted On Drug Charges
A man wanted on drug charges is now in custody after being caught by officials this morning following a month-long search. 40-year-old Clifford Anderson of Butler was apprehended this mornin... Read more
I-79 Construction In Northern Butler Co. Starts
Motorists traveling on a portion of Interstate 79 in Butler County should expect slower than normal traffic due to a project beginning today. According to PennDOT, the work will take place b... Read more
Fred Reese Named To City Council
Butler City Council has chosen a replacement for Councilman Corey Roche who resigned last month. Mayor Ben Smith made the motion that former Council member Fred Reese be added to Council for... Read more
City Receives Reimbursement For Graffiti Damage
The City of Butler has received reimbursement from their insurance company to begin repairs from recent vandalism at a local park. Two men and a juvenile caused $16,000 in damage at Father M... Read more
Butler Fall Festival Makes Debut At Pullman Park
The Butler Fall Festival is this weekend at a new location. It’s the 41st year for the annual event, which will be held Saturday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. but this will be the first year that t... Read more