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Oncology patient navigator Stacy Meyer does everything she can
Breast cancer patients get help from one-woman army
State Human Services Secretary Val Arkoosh impressed by Butler County Children & Youth Services
After meeting with county officials Monday, Oct. 5, Pennsylvania Department of Human Services Secretary Val Arkoosh said she hopes to take some of what she lear...
Month of Mud brings mountain bike racing to Alameda Park
Proceeds support expansion, maintenance of biking trails
Butler football hosts Baldwin in matchup of former WPIAL teams. Here’s why both teams stepped away
Down the hall from the coaches’ office at Butler football stadium, pads and helmets hang from thick hooks and sit stacked on tall metal shelves inside a cramped...
Maggie Conger, Freeport girls soccer shut out North Catholic to keep WPIAL section title in reach
MCCANDLESS TWP, Allegheny County — Maggie Conger gave Freeport the lead. Then she helped ensure the Yellowjackets kept it. The junior forward scored Freeport’s ...
Oncology patient navigator Stacy Meyer does everything she can
Oncology patient navig...
State Human Services Secretary Val Arkoosh impressed by Butler County Children &...
State Human Services S...
Month of Mud brings mountain bike racing to Alameda Park
Month of Mud brings mo...
Butler football hosts Baldwin in matchup of former WPIAL teams. Here’s why both ...
Butler football hosts ...
Maggie Conger, Freeport girls soccer shut out North Catholic to keep WPIAL secti...
Maggie Conger, Freepor...
Top Headlines
Pittsburgh woman accused of stabbing in Butler
A Pittsburgh woman is accused of attacking two women, and stabbing at least one of them, at a residence on West New Castle Street in Butler. Alyssa Assenat, 19, was charg...
October 05, 2026 Local News
GoFundMe started for 2 flown to hospital Saturday from Brady Township motorcycle crash
The daughter of a man and woman flown to an area hospital Saturday, Oct. 3, after a motorcycle crash in Brady Township, has started a GoFundMe campaign to help pay for th...
October 05, 2026 Local News
Residents of Mars or Adams Township: What do you think of the merger proposal? Take this survey.
On Election Day, residents of Adams Township and Mars Borough will make one of the most consequential decisions in Butler County’s political history — the decision on whe...
October 02, 2026 Government
Rep. Mike Kelly to face off against challenger Justin Wagner in 16th Congressional District race
On one side of the race for the 16th Congressional District seat, a Republican incumbent that’s served 16 years in the House of Representatives is touting his experience ...
October 03, 2026 Local News
One week late, Forward Township data center meeting draws massive, passionate crowd
The nationwide debate over data centers finally spilled over into Butler County on Thursday night, Oct. 1. Hundreds of Forward Township residents near-unanimously voiced ...
October 01, 2026 Local News
The Latest
A crowd of students protests Cornell’s response to gang rape complaint
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Trump approves firing squad execution for Fort Hood shooter Nidal Hasan
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Trump signs order extending tax-free use of red-dyed diesel during midterm stop in Nebraska
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U.S. military says latest strike on alleged drug-smuggling boat in the Caribbean kills 4
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The ACC's quest for respect in football is eternal. The fight is starting early in 2026
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Pennsylvania’s measles outbreak is the largest in decades in the U.S.
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News
Tree trimmer injured after making contact with power line
A medical helicopter was called for a member of a tree-trimming crew who was injured after making contact with a power line Monday, Oct. 5, in Clinton Township, according...
October 05, 2026 Local News
Nobel medicine prize goes to 3 scientists for shining light on brain activity
STOCKHOLM — The Nobel Prize in medicine was awarded Monday to three scientists whose work led to a tool that uses light to help unravel how the brain works. Dr. Karl Dei...
October 05, 2026 Health
Evening rolling closures announced on Route 422 for Shearer Bridge project
PennDOT has announced rolling closures Oct. 6 and Oct. 14 on Route 422 West, and on Oct. 19 on Route 422 East, related to work on the Shearer Bridge in Butler and Summit ...
October 05, 2026 Local News
Wheel falling off uninspected trailer leads to crash
An uninspected trailer caused a crash after its wheels fell off in late September in Prospect, state police said Friday, Oct. 2. The crash occurred at 6:54 a.m. Friday, S...
October 05, 2026 Local News
Lane closures announced for Route 68 in Forward Township
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation has announced a portion of Route 68 in Forward Township will have lane closures from Wednesday, Oct. 7, to Friday, Oct. 9, a...
October 05, 2026 Local News
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Community
Scout earns Eagle Scout with Glade Run Lake safety station
Glade Run Lake has some new safety features thanks to an Eagle Scout project. Patrick Quin...
Today's Verse
Today in History
 
Mars Area High School homecoming
Mars Area High School will have its homecoming parade at 5 p.m. Friday, Oct. 9, in Mars, p...
October 05, 2026
Dean’s list
The following area residents were named to the dean’s list at their respective colleges an...
October 02, 2026
CarFit checks happening in Cranberry Township
A free CarFit Check is scheduled for 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 6, in the rear parkin...
October 02, 2026
Meet ‘Dr. Right’ through upcoming AHN events
Allegheny Health Network is making it easier with two free “Meet Dr. Right” events at AHN ...
October 02, 2026
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Sports
Jets hand Penguins 1st loss of season before game at Capitals after Ovechkin’s retirement announcement
PITTSBURGH — Alex Iafallo had a goal and an assist, Clay Stevenson made 29 saves and the W...
 
North Allegheny finishes season sweep of Seneca Valley girls soccer after controversial play at the net
MCCANDLESS TWP, Allegheny County — It took all of 22 seconds. After Seneca Valley girls so...
October 05, 2026
Steelers place defensive tackle Derrick Harmon on IR, sign corner Sean Murphy-Bunting
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Steelers placed second-year defensive tackle Derrick Harmon on...
October 05, 2026
Washington Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin says his 22nd NHL season will be his last
WASHINGTON — Alex Ovechkin said Monday his 22nd season in the NHL will be his last, beginn...
October 05, 2026
Butler’s Levi McClellan was ‘born around’ golf and finally has chance to make PIAA championships
A lot has led to this point for Levi McClellan. The Butler senior golfer heads into the fi...
October 05, 2026
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Editorial
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October 05, 2026 Cartoons
Annual mammograms save lives
If you know eight women, statistically, you know someone who will be diagnosed with breast cancer at some point in her life. According to data from b...
October 05, 2026 Our Opinion
Maternity leave in Allegheny County needs more consideration
As the maternity leave policy moves forward, there are a few things that people need to consider. It’s a great policy in a perfect world. Unfortunatel...
October 03, 2026 Letters to the Editor
I was once a Democrat
Early in my life, I was a Democrat. I believed that the Democratic Party was an ally of the working class. I believed they favored lowering taxes for ...
October 03, 2026 Letters to the Editor
Get your news from trustworthy sources
As with other Americans, I watch TV, listen to the radio and read newspapers for my news. Today, it is difficult for many of us to separate news facts...
October 03, 2026 Letters to the Editor
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Business
U.S. stocks rise to the edge of an all-time high
NEW YORK — U.S. stocks rose to the edge of their all-time high on Monday after a couple buyout announcements helped lift the market. The S&P 500 climb...
October 05, 2026 Business
Cleveland-Cliffs hosting U.S. Secretary of Energy
Local steel manufacturer Cleveland-Cliffs it is hosting Chris Wright, U.S. Secretary of Energy, and other government leaders at its Butler Works facil...
October 05, 2026 Business
New tire shop replaces Elliott’s in Butler
Steve Shannon Tire and Auto Centers has chosen Butler to open its 61st shop. Herb Shannon said he and two brothers, who bought the business from their...
October 05, 2026 Business
Tourism spending in Butler County increases for 5th year to $793.6 million
Butler County visitor spending increased for the fifth year in a row to $793.6 million in 2025 according to a new report from Visit PA. According to E...
October 03, 2026 Local News
Cleveland-Cliffs to announce third-quarter earnings
Cleveland-Cliffs is set to announce its third-quarter 2026 earnings results before the stock market opens on Monday, Oct. 19. The steel manufacturer i...
October 02, 2026 Business
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Weekend Entertainment
Taste of McKean coming back to Butler
Butler Cultural District and Experience Butler County will present “A Taste of McKean” from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 16, on McKean Street in Butler. The event will fea...
October 05, 2026 Weekend Entertainment
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Arts & Entertainment
Movie Review: In ‘Digger,’ a ‘Dr. Strangelove’ for the climate change era
Just as the fate of the world hangs in the balance in “Digger,” Alejandro G. Iñárritu’s over-the-top, climate-disaster satire teeters on the brink. It’s an audacious pla...
October 02, 2026 Reviews
Movie review: ‘Verity’ cracks the code of adapting Colleen Hoover’s work
Did director Michael Showalter just nail the Colleen Hoover adaptation? The third major movie version of the blockbuster author’s work hits the big screen with “Verity,” ...
October 02, 2026 Reviews
Gordon Johncock, a two-time winner of the Indianapolis 500, dies at 90
INDIANAPOLIS — Gordon Johncock, a two-time Indianapolis 500 champion and winner of 25 career IndyCar races, has died. He was 90. Johncock died from natural causes Monday ...
October 01, 2026 Arts & Entertainment
The stretched celestial dragon
I have mixed feelings about this time of year, with autumn underway. I really love summer, but every year it seems to go faster and faster. Still, the star-watching nut ...
October 01, 2026 Community
Woman accused of firing at home of Rihanna indicted on attempted murder with assault weapon
Los Angeles — A Florida woman accused of driving across the country to fire a rifle at Rihanna and A$AP Rocky’s home, hitting a trailer the celebrity couple was inside an...
September 30, 2026 People
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Special Sections
Breast cancer survivors receive, share hope
Sisters diagnosed with cancer offer support to fellow breast cancer survivors
October 05, 2026 Special Sections
Modern wigs help cancer patients reclaim confidence and a sense of self
Twenty-three years ago, Bonny Diver fell from her horse — and made a discovery that changed far more than her own life. Diver, then 46, noticed a lump along the side of h...
October 05, 2026 Special Sections
How autumn leaves can benefit lawns
Jerry Zona, executive director of Tri-County CleanWays, uses compost mixed with potting soil around his landscaping. It’s just one of the uses for compost, and fall is th...
October 01, 2026 Special Sections
Butler County libraries
Butler County Federated Library System Note: The Butler County Federated Library System operates a system of autonomous public libraries within Butler County, in...
September 30, 2026 Special Sections
Butler County judges
County judges Butler County Courthouse address: 124 West Diamond Street, Butler, PA 16001 Mailing: Court of Common Pleas of Butler County, Butler County Governmen...
September 30, 2026 Special Sections
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Seeking Refuge
Ukrainians who fled homeland face 1st anniversary of invasion
Every morning Irena Tkachenko starts her day the same way: by telephoning her relatives and friends in Ukraine to see if they are still OK. Tkachenko,...
February 24, 2023 Local News
Ukrainian families assimilating in Butler County as war rages on in homeland
Three young Ukrainian families who escaped their war-torn hometown of Kharkov think the American holiday of Thanksgiving is a good time to say they ca...
November 23, 2022 Local News
Another family will join Ukrainians who fled to Cranberry Twp.
CRANBERRY TWP — Huge, steaming pots of homemade food and endless carafes of coffee and tea sustain 11 adults and children seeking refuge at the crowde...
July 16, 2022 Local News
Efforts started to help Ukrainian families in Cranberry Twp.
When it comes to helping those in need, Butler County residents have proven their generosity again and again by donating amounts large and small strai...
June 20, 2022 Local News
2 young families flee war-torn Ukraine, staying in Cranberry
Two young Ukrainian families are relieved to be watching the deer and chipmunks frolic on their hosts’ Cranberry Township lawn, and not wondering wher...
June 18, 2022 Local News
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Digital Divide
Obstacles abound as Pa. plans for surge of federal broadband funding
HARRISBURG — In the coming years, Pennsylvania will receive more than $1 billion in federal funding to bring high-speed internet access to everyone in...
August 30, 2023 Pennsylvania News
Biden administration announces more funding for rural broadband infrastructure
The Biden administration on Monday continued its push toward internet-for-all by 2030, announcing about $667 million in new grants and loans to build ...
August 22, 2023 National News
What’s next as Pa. prepares to spend $1.2B on broadband
STATE COLLEGE — Before Pennsylvania can spend an almost $1.2 billion windfall of federal funding for high-speed internet, it must figure out how to us...
July 18, 2023 Pennsylvania News
Broadband authority seeks feedback on plans
The Pennsylvania Broadband Development Authority is asking for the public’s opinion until Friday, March 10 on two potential action plans for wider int...
February 27, 2023 Local News
FCC maps still under criticism from the Butler County residents, government officials
CRANBERRY TWP — Pennsylvania is set to get a piece of $42.5 billion in federal money to help expand broadband internet access to underserved areas. On...
February 17, 2023 Business
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