The McDonald’s in Butler Crossing is temporarily closing for a couple of weeks. Company officials say the restaurant is undergoing renovations and a remodel. It will be closed until Septembe... Read more
As the students get ready for the upcoming school year in Mars, teachers remain without a contract. A large number of teachers and concerned community members attended a second consecutive [... Read more
Turnpike Audit Shows Unpaid Tolls Remain
Pennsylvania’s auditor general is releasing an audit of the Turnpike Commission that found some slight improvements, but also lingering issues. Tim DeFoor released the findings from the audi... Read more
Ekastown Road Closure Extended
The closure of a portion of Ekastown Road for a pipe replacement project has been extended. PennDOT originally announced the work in Buffalo Township between Parker Road and Meadow Street [... Read more
Cranberry Township is urging drivers to slow down as the school year kicks off tomorrow. The township is once again conducting their Slow Down Campaign to coincide with the start […] Read more
City Landbank Opens Bank Account
The Butler City Landbank will open an account at NexTier Bank. The group decided to open the account using the minimal amount required with funds coming from Butler City. Opening […] Read more
IHS Introduces New Spine Surgeon
Independence Health System is introducing a new orthopedic surgeon specializing in spine surgery and reconstructive joint surgery. Dr. Steven Hand will be joining both Butler Memorial and Cl... Read more
Dukes Upsets Timko In Special Election
With more eyes than usual upon a state house race in Butler County, Democrat Brandon Dukes appears to have come out on top. According to unofficial results from the Butler […] Read more
Motorcyclist Injured In Callery Crash
A motorcyclist was taken to the hospital after a crash in Callery yesterday. The accident happened just before 11 p.m. on Mars-Evans City Road near the Callery Commons Plaza. Details [... Read more
Judge Recuses Himself in Rivera Case
The judge overseeing the case involving the death of a 15-year-old boy in Butler Township has recused himself. Visiting Judge Christopher St. John recused himself following a motion from the... Read more





