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Democrat Boser seeks limits on campaign contributions

Reform is needed in the Pennsylvania Legislature to limit campaign contributions and gifts elected legislators can receive to prevent them from showing favor to donors, said Susan Boser, the...

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Pittman wants infrastructure development to spur growth

Joe Pittman, the Republican candidate for the 41st Senate District, said supporting economic growth by expanding utility infrastructure would help the region and state prosper.

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Man held in alleged school assault

Philly teen arrested, jailed for Summit Academy assault that left boy injured

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Group seeks youngster to be part of special hunt

Quest for big- game in West

Butler County Sheriff Mike Slupe and the late Tom Widenhofer in 2012. Tom took part in the first Outdoor Experience 4 All hunt in 2008.

For some hunters, the experience exceeds the thrill of the harvest.

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Grey Hawk developer can appeal to court

Middlesex Twp. denied PRD

Middlesex Township supervisors cited the potential threat to Glade Run Lake and the developer's decision not to present an alternative plan to the planning commission in their official decision to...

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Smokey Bear gets new voices for 75th birthday

Smokey Bear — a pop culture icon better known by some baby boomers as Smokey the Bear — is going digital in a big way for his 75th birthday in an effort to reach younger Americans with...

State considers new retirement-savings program

HARRISBURG — With Pennsylvania facing a wave of retirees leaving the work force with no savings, top state officials are working to head off the financial blow.

Mayor charged with pointing gun at minors steps down

DERRY — The lawyer for Derry Mayor Kevin Gross said Friday that Gross has resigned less than a week after being accused of pointing a gun at kids in a park.

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Mueller report talks of Trump’s attempts to stop probe

Attorney General William Barr speaks about the release of a redacted version of special counsel Robert Mueller’s report Thursday at the Department of Justice in Washington. The version was released about 90 minutes after Barr offered his assessment.

WASHINGTON — Public at last, special counsel Robert Mueller’s report revealed to a waiting nation Thursday that President Donald Trump tried to seize control of the Russia probe and force...

Boy thrown off balcony still critical

Less than a week after a 5-year-old boy was tossed off a third-floor balcony at Mall of America, he continues to make “small steps toward the healing process.”

Community

Easter traditions unite community

Perhaps not as universally recognized as a manger or the three wise men, Easter symbols — the cross, the lilies, the eggs — nevertheless have special significance for Christians.

Today's Verse

Great is the LORD and most worthy of praise; his greatness no one can fathom. One generation will commend your works to another; they will tell of your mighty acts.

Chuckle of the Day

Success is only a matter of luck. Just ask anyone who fails.

IF YOU GO

WHAT: Spring Wildflower Walk

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What is an eastern massasauga rattlesnake?

Appearance: Massasaugas are small snakes with thick bodies, heart-shaped heads and vertical pupils. The average length of an adult is about 2 feet. Adult massasaugas are gray or light brown with large, light-edged chocolate brown blotches on the back and smaller blotches on the sides. Young snakes have the same markings, but are more vividly colored.

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Workers cut trees in the prairie expansion area at Jennings Environmental Education Center earlier this year.

Jennings expanding prairie ecosystem

BRADY TWP — Snakes need a place to call home.

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Dean's List

The following students have been named to the dean’s lists of their respective college and universities:

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Graduates

The following students received degrees at the commencement exercises at their respective colleges and universities:

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Sports

Sisterly Love KC's McCanna siblings persevere on track

BUTLER TWP — Through the darkness and despair, Rozina McCanna knew there was one thing she could count on.

Utah, Detroit on the brink

DETROIT — Milwaukee’s Giannis Antetokounmpo and Houston’s James Harden were this season’s leading NBA MVP candidates .

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New home, new sport

EUGENE, Ore. — A three-sport athlete at Knoch, Troy Hixson figured he was done with sports when he graduated from high school four years ago.

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Lake Arthur Golf Club general manager Scott Vice stands on the No. 1 green at the golf course. The facility offers numerous entertainment options.

Lake Arthur is best of both worlds

FRANKLIN TWP — A public golf course with country-club conditions.

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Blues’ improbable run continues with first-round win

ST. LOUIS — Last in the NHL in early January, the St. Louis Blues keep making history and celebrating an unlikely run.

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Editorial

Easter inspires: Lay down your life, one day at a time

Easter is a time of year that calls on all of us to reflect on our lives.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Double-minded highway

The deciding vote is in. What today is known as Route 228 will be the Adams Township Main Street. County Commissioner Kim Geyer revealed in the April 4 Butler Eagle (“Rte.

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Daughter’s home run pays posthumous tribute to mom

A touching story that appears in today’s Butler Eagle about a Butler teenager and her mother drives home a message that is perfect for this Easter season.

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Earth Day aims true into 50th year

As Americans observe Earth Day on Monday, let’s take a moment to reflect on the power of the grassroots movement behind that first celebration in 1970, which led to dramatic changes that...

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Mueller road map begs for more

By the standard that made Richard Nixon the historic figure he is today — the only president ever to resign to avoid certain impeachment and conviction — Special Counsel Robert...

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Business

Spring Hiring Event

Alexis Zmijowski, a senior business major at Slippery Rock University, speaks with recruiter Brianne Deal of Adeco at PA CareerLink's annual Spring Hiring Event Career and Job Fair on Wednesday at...

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Fiat Chrysler recalls more than 300K cars due to roll away risk

DETROIT — Fiat Chrysler is recalling more than 300,000 vehicles in North America because a transmission problem could cause them to roll away unexpectedly.

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How many cherries in frozen pie?

FDA may soon drop rules

NEW YORK — President Donald Trump may soon be able to claim a sweet victory for his deregulation push, with officials preparing to get rid of the decades-old rules for frozen cherry pies.

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Macy’s unveils new store concept

Theme rotates every 4-6 weeks

NEW YORK — A year after buying startup Story, Macy’s is bringing the retail concept to life in 36 stores in 15 states including its Manhattan flagship.