A String of burglaries in Mercer County between Saturday June 13 and Thursday July 2. The first occurred at the Vacation Land Campgrounds in Deer Creek Twp., the victim reported while they w... Read more
The 160th Big Butler Fair kicks off today (Friday) 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. Attractio... Read more
There will be roving DUI patrols this month in Butler County as officials continue to deter impaired drivers from the roads. The Butler County District Attorney’s Office DUI Task Force will... Read more
It’s that time of the year when fireworks and fires are top of mind of many officials. According to the National Fire Protection Association, in 2011, fireworks caused over 17,000 reported f... Read more
Tomorrow’s July 4th holiday is another Fish For Free Day from the PA Fish and Boat Commission. Fish For Free Days allow anyone to legally fish in the state without a license. All other regul... Read more
Each year there are reminders about fireworks safety and leaving the display up to the professionals, and this year is not different. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission says every d... Read more
As we have entered the season of carnivals and fairs, it is important to be safe on rides. The PA Department of Agriculture’s Bureau of Ride and Measurement Standards has named this Amusemen... Read more
The economy in Western Pennsylvania picked up steam in May as more people entered the labor market and employers added almost 16,000 jobs. The unemployment rate in the Pittsburgh market (whi... Read more
An area hospital has recently received a state honor. Jamison Health System in New Castle was awarded the 2015 Champion of Older Workers Award by the PA Department of Aging during the annual... Read more
The Musicians’ Concert Band will kick off holiday celebrations tonight with a patriotic concert in Butler. The show, which will include a star-spangled salute, will begin at 7:30 p.m. at the... Read more
