In regard to Melissa Somerville’s letter to the editor, “Trash cleanup much appreciated,” in the April 21 Butler Eagle, I could not agree with her more. Why people think ...
On behalf of the Community Meal Ministries in Butler — First English Lutheran Church, All Saints Parish, Saint Andrews United Presbyterian Church, St. Mark’s Evangelical ...
Gov. Josh Shapiro has been promoting the success of maintaining jobs in Butler County as a result of his lobbying the Biden administration to reverse its rule that origin...
Recently, a woman who pleaded guilty to driving drunk and causing a crash that injured three people was let off basically scot-free by Judge William Shaffer. The woman pl...
National Volunteer Week is April 21-27, which is a time to acknowledge and thank those who give their time and talents to meet community needs. This year’s theme, “Someth...
I would like to thank Tara Smith and all the volunteers who took time out of their busy schedules to clean up Herman Road in Summit Township. I was amazed to see all the ...
Sen. Bob Casey, I agree that monopolies and price gouging are unethical. However, I believe the key to a thriving society is a growing entrepreneurial system where the PE...
Recently, reading the Butler Eagle article titled “Butler County's second oldest Catholic church – St. Alphonsus – could reopen as community center” (March 18, Page 1) I ...
I would like to share some recent positives in our town of Harrisville.
First, we just has our annual Easter egg hunt at our community park. The fine folks of Turner Insu...
It’s time to make your voices heard in Pennsylvania's primary election. On the Republican ballot, there are choices listed for U.S. president (Donald Trump or Nikki Haley...
President Joe Biden’s polices on the border, crime and the economy are disgraceful.
Now Biden has seen fit to give student loan forgiveness in the sum of $1.2 billion, wi...
I am writing to everyone who may be affected by the upcoming election and immigration process that will be proposed if former President Donald Trump wins the election. I ...
Under President Joe Biden’s leadership, the bipartisan infrastructure bill passed and has been providing funding for many local improvements. More people have health insu...
I think it’s obvious the crisis on our borders is not just one of illegal immigration as it is as an invasion of the United States.
The current administration and its al...
Thank you to the Butler Eagle for past editorials supporting efforts to preserve the historic John Roebling Wire Rope Workshop in Saxonburg for today and future generatio...
I appreciate the Butler Eagle’s coverage of food insecurity in this county. Thank you.
As coordinators of two food distribution efforts, my wife and I have firsthand expe...
With Easter fast approaching, please keep in mind that animals should not be given as gifts. It’s true that baby ducks, baby bunnies and baby geese are very cute, but the...
The American taxpayer should have more say on where and how much of our taxes are spent. The Washington elite spend money we do not have. The bottom line is the federal g...
Since President Donald Trump will be the Republican nominee, I’m sure there are a lot of disappointed voters. I can understand why people do not want him as president. He...
Thanks, Butler Eagle, for the succinct summary of the $60-million bribery scheme in the Feb. 15, 2024, edition (in an editorial written by Joe Giampietro). It's unfortuna...
The Butler Eagle (Bear cubs from Butler attack released into wild, March 8, page 1) reported three bear cubs were released into the wild after a mother bear attacked a wo...
Recently your paper informed us of the possible removal of the small decorative pear trees lining both sides of historic Main Street, Saxonburg.
Professional arborists q...
I must take a moment to praise Paula Grubbs, Butler Eagle community editor, for a job well done. The article about the two ladies who have been longtime members of TOPS (...
Connoquenessing Township Supervisors are reviewing proposals that could drastically increase sewage treatment costs for residents along the Route 68 corridor. Nearly 1,15...
After observing the debacle in Congress the past few years, I have come to the conclusion there are a plethora of geriatric congressmen wielding too much power. Our este...
Spring has sprung, and all modes of transportation are out and about.
We have been experiencing the most amazing weather this month, and in my travels I have encountered ...
I read the March 6 story “Stigmas remain around medication” in order to learn about substance abuse and treatments. I’ve always wondered why some people become addicted w...
This letter is a follow-up to the March 1 Butler Eagle editorial entitled “Taking on the Mental Health Challenges of our Students.” At first glance, this legislation, whi...
Like many others, I was shocked and saddened to learn of the sudden passing of Joe Neigh. He was a consummate volunteer and typically wanted to receive no special notorie...
The mysterious death of Russian freedom fighter Alexei Navalny is another omen that the enemies of individual liberty and freedom are building momentum toward forging a g...