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Published October 02Peoples Natural Gas Offers Reminder on Dollar Energy Fund
Peoples Natural Gas is alerting customers that the Dollar Energy Fund is now open and information is available on who can apply. Customers can receive a one-time payment from the Dollar Energy Fund for grants up to $500, on a first-come first-serve basis. To qualify customers…
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Published October 02Portersville Steam Show Hosting Fall Fling
The Portersville Steam Show is hosting their Fall Fling this weekend. The event is the final show of the year for the Northwest PA Steam Engine and Old Equipment Association. The highlight of the weekend includes a chance to the see the steam powered cider press. There will also…
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Published October 02PUC Approves Stricter Rules For Electric Grid
The Public Utility Commission has passed stricter rules over looking to protect Pennsylvanian’s and preserving the electric grid. By a unanimous vote, the PUC approved a rule that will subject new large loads on the power grid that have not secured the needed demand will be…
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Published October 02Tax Collections Continue For Dept. of Revenue
The Pennsylvania Department of Revenue continued 2026 with tax collections totaling $4.8 billion last month. Revenue from sales tax in February totaled $1.3 billion while personal income tax was $2 billion for the month. The Motor License Fund received nearly $285 million for the…
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Published October 02Auditor General Holding Art Contest
Pennsylvania students are once again invited to participate in a statewide art contest. Auditor General Tim DeFoor is encouraging kids in grades K through 12 to make submissions to design the cover of his department’s second annual Be Money Smart financial literacy activity book.…
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Published October 02Forward Township Tables Vote On Data Center Plans
Forward Township officials have delayed a decision regarding the recommendation of a plan to allow a data center to be built. The Thursday evening meeting of the township’s planning commission was held in the maintenance building and attended by around 400 people. The meeting…
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Published October 02Trial For Man Accused Of Killing Teen Set For November
The man accused of killing 15-year-old Aiden Lutz in October 2023 is set to go to trial later this fall with a new judge. Jury selection will begin on November 16th and the expectations is 41-year-old Joshua Rivera’s trial will start in the afternoon on the 17th or in the morning…
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Published October 02Aging Secretary Responds To Critical Audit
During his stop in Butler earlier this week, the Pennsylvania Department of Aging secretary commented on a recent report criticizing his office. Auditor General Tim DeFoor released a report last month criticizing the aging department, saying vulnerable seniors fall through the…
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Published October 01Barbara Hoffer
Barbara Hoffer, 79, of Renfrew, Pennsylvania, passed away on September 30, 2026 at her residence surrounded by family. She was born on October 25, 1946, in Braddock, PA to the late Martin J. Gezzer and Doris H. (Williams) Gezzer. Barbara graduated from Wilkinsburg High school…
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Published October 01Harry Ray Hankey
Harry Ray Hankey, 86, of Renfrew, PA passed away on September 29, 2026 at his home. He was born on December 14, 1939, in Rimersburg, PA, to Walter Bruce Hankey and Pauline C. (Womeldorf) Hankey. Harry graduated from Union High School and attended Clarion University. He was…
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Published October 01Robert “Bob” Ray
Robert “Bob” Ray, 90, of Butler, was a man with the biggest heart, whose life was defined by hard work, kindness, laughter, and an unwavering love for his family. Bob was born on December 18, 1935, and went to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, September 28, 2026. He grew up…
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Published October 01Steelers end stalemate with Porter, Jr. — ship him to Dallas
The Steelers have agreed to trade cornerback Joey Porter, Jr. to the Dallas Cowboys in exchange for a second-round draft pick in 2028 and a sixth-round pick in 2027. Porter was a second-round draft pick out of Penn State in the 2023 NFL draft. He started 41 games for the Steelers…