Gov. Shapiro Pulls Health Secretary Nominee
Governor Josh Shapiro is withdrawing his nominee to be the health secretary in Pennsylvania. Shapiro recalled his nomination of Pittsburgh native Dr. Debra Bogen to lead the state’s health d... Read more
The Butler County Tourism and Convention Bureau is once again giving away prizes to help celebrate the summer locally. The bureau announced they are bringing back the “30 Days of Giveaway.”... Read more
Chamber Making Last Call For Lobster Fest
It’s the last day to buy tickets for a popular Butler County Chamber of Commerce event this summer. The Chamber’s 3rd annual Lobster Fest and Summer Party is happening next Friday, July 7th... Read more
Fitch Downgrades BHS Credit Rating
Despite recently merging with Excela Health, Butler Health System is still facing financial hardships. Fitch Ratings recently downgraded Butler Health System’s credit rating from an “A” to “... Read more
NASDAQ Rebounds After Rough 2022
As the end of the second quarter nears, there’s been a big bounce back for the NASDAQ. Local financial advisor Howie Pentony said after a rough 2022, the NASDAQ is rebounding quite well. “Th... Read more
Code Red Air Quality Alert Issued
Air quality concerns have led to the Department of Environmental Protection to issue a higher level air quality alert. A Code Red Alert is in effect for Butler and surrounding counties today... Read more
New Fogel Act Would Increase Transparency
A local lawmaker is taking action to reaffirm his commitment to the case of a Butler native still serving time in a Russian prison. Congressman Mike Kelly joined with colleagues in the U.S.... Read more
AAA Expects Big Holiday Travel Period
July 4th is right around the corner and travel experts are expecting a big holiday travel period. AAA is estimating that just over 50 million Americans will be traveling starting this weeken... Read more
After a year without students, plans to transfer ownership of the Butler Middle School are again progressing. At their meeting earlier this week, Butler School Board members were informed by... Read more
Mars Support Staff Approves New Contract
The Mars Area School Board has approved a new contract with the district’s educational support professionals. The board voted unanimously to approve the collective bargaining agreement durin... Read more