News across Butler County
SEBCO Pool Project Progressing
The updates to the SEBCO pool are progressing. Jefferson Township officials say the renovations should be done by next month. They are also planning on repainting the Kiddie Pool soon. Officials are continuing to work on fundraising for the renovations and the pool’s operational…
High school sports scores from Tuesday:
Girls Soccer: –Freeport came back to defeat North Catholic 3-2 in a game that had been suspended due to weather back on September 9th. At the time, North Catholic was leading 2-1. Cece Schlegel netted two of the Yellow Jackets goals, as Freeport remained unbeaten in Class 2A,…
Rock football up to #8 in the nation this week/QB Owens receives PSAC nod
The Slippery Rock University football team moved up two spots this week to #8 in the nation following their PSAC-West opening win over Cal 41-26 Saturday. The Rock will host Gannon for a 6pm kick-off this week. Hear the game on the Rock Athletics Audio network, including The Rock…
High school sports scores from Monday/PIHL season opens
The PIHL season opened Monday and defending Penguins Cup champion Seneca Valley defeated South Fayette 4-1. Cooper Hoehn netted two goals and two assists to lead the Raiders, who are two-time defending Class 3A champions. –Mars defeated Franklin Regional 2-0. –North Catholic-7…
Brad Keselowski leaving RFK Racing as a driver and owner
Nascar Cup Series driver Brad Keselowski will not return to the #6-car for RFK Racing in 2027 and will look to continue his career as a driver elsewhere. Keselowski is also working through parting was as a co-owner in the organization as well. There has been speculation that he…
Pirates pitcher Jones named pitcher of the month/MLB Playoffs begin
Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Jared Jones was named the National League Pitcher of the Month for September. Jones started five games and went 3-0 during the month. He pitched 29 innings, allowing just three earned runs over the five games, while striking out 40. Hitters…
Louis Pacy
Louis Pacy, 95, of Butler, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2026, leaving behind a lifetime of memories, laughter, music, and countless smiles. Born on Groundhog Day, February 2, 1931, in Sarah Furnace, Clarion County, he was the son of the late Joseph Pacy and…

Officials Remind Prospective Voters To Register Before Deadline
November’s mid-term general election is a little more than a month away and there is still time to register to vote. Voter registration ends on October 19. To register to vote in Pennsylvania, you must be a U.S. citizen, be 18-years-old on election day, and be a Pennsylvania…

PennDOT Looking For Feedback On Construction Projects
PennDOT is looking for feedback on their construction projects so far this year. Officials say PennDOT has worked on more than 2,600 miles of roads this year, including 373 state and local bridges across the state. The 17-question survey asks drivers to submit their feedback on…
Deadline Hits For Liquid Fuels Tax Reimbursement
Today is the deadline for farmers and emergency response organizations to file for a liquid fuels tax reimbursement. The Department of Treasury is reminding farmers, volunteer fire companies, ambulance providers, and rescue squads they have until midnight to file. The liquid…
SNAP Benefits Increasing
SNAP recipients will see an increase in benefits received for the upcoming month according to the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services. Income limits and maximum benefits amounts will also officially be increasing on October 1st. Most recipients will see an increase of $18…
Butler Catholic Hosting Touch-a-Truck Event
An event tomorrow will give kids the chance to get a closer look at life-saving vehicles and big machinery. Butler Catholic School is hosting a Touch-a-Truck event Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m. This interactive outdoor family activity allows kids of all ages to climb, explore, and…