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Volunteers needed for VITA program in Butler County

The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program, which provides free electronic state and federal income tax preparations for individuals and families, is currently seeking v...

December 28, 2023 Local News

West Sunbury woman cited after her dog allegedly kills chickens

A West Sunbury woman was cited after her dog allegedly killed several chickens, according to state police. Police said Mary Abbott, 58, violated a dog law on Nov. 22 at ...

December 28, 2023 Crime & Courts

12 empty train cars derail in Center Township, no injuries

Twelve empty train cars intended to carry liquid petroleum derailed along Henricks Road in Center Township on Wednesday night, Dec. 27, according to officials. No one wa...

December 28, 2023 Local News

‘History of Butler County — 1883’ details Clinton Twp. history

Kathy Allen, a Clinton Township supervisor and founder of the new township historical committee, maintains that the municipality was settled by hardworking men and women ...

December 28, 2023 Local News

Postal inspectors investigate Christmas Eve mail theft

Postal Inspectors are investigating multiple collection box break-ins that occurred on Christmas Eve at post offices in Cranberry Township, Ingomar and Wexford. The Unite...

December 28, 2023 Local News

Harmony’s Silvester Celebration links two worlds

Each year, Harmony’s Silvester Celebration on New Year’s Eve brings a taste of Germany to the historic borough. And with its ball-drop and fireworks coinciding with midni...

December 28, 2023 Local News

Veterans, newbies prepare to start 2024 with Parker’s Polar Plunge

More than a decade ago, six friends jumped in the icy waters of the Allegheny River on New Year’s Day, starting a tradition that takes place in Parker, Armstrong County e...

December 28, 2023 Local News

Slippery Rock fundraiser raffling Italian vacation; parks member appointed

Residents can try their luck at winning a four-person, seven-night stay in Tuscany, with proceeds benefiting programming and infrastructure at the Slippery Rock Park. Raf...

December 28, 2023 Local News

Indecent assault charge filed against Butler pastor

The pastor of a Butler church is facing another charge of indecent assault after previously being accused earlier this month of sexually assaulting two underage girls. H...

December 28, 2023 Crime & Courts

Muddy Creek’s 2024 budget sees no tax increase

Muddy Creek Township approved its 2024 budget with no tax hike in December. The balanced budget of $1,683,467 saw road maintenance costs in the lead as the highest expens...

December 28, 2023 Government

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