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Grove City celebrates 30 years of operation by announcing new store openings
When it first opened in 1994, the grove city premium outlets became the first large scale outlet shopping center in the region, and a popular destination for local and visiting shoppers. 30 years later, the outlet mall is marking their milestone anniversary with a 'sale-a-bration' event., complete with a champagne...
Despite life-saving efforts, wood stork dies after being found in Clarion County
CLARION, Pa. (WJET) — The Tamarack Wildlife Center had a recent patient from out of town that is quite rare. A young wood stork, just a few months old, was found in Clarion, and entrusted to the wildlife center. They believed the stork got caught up in recent hurricane activity in the southeastern parts of […]
Court activity ongoing in former teacher’s suit against Franklin district
Marcy Brown, a former teacher at Franklin High School, has filed a lawsuit against the Franklin School District and three administrators, alleging age discrimination, a hostile work environment, and retaliation. In connection with this, she plans to reissue subpoenas to nine current and former district employees and students after an initial attempt was challenged by the district’s legal team. The district argued the subpoenas caused an undue burden due to being improperly served and illegible. Brown, through her attorney, responded that the subpoenas were intended as notice and would be reissued according to federal rules. The lawsuit, which has seen multiple delays in fact discovery, includes allegations that previous Title IX complaints against Brown were unfounded, though the district contends there were findings of policy violations. Brown had previously sued the district in 2012 and 2014 for gender discrimination, which were settled without the district admitting fault.
Excitement builds as new Harmony Fire District headquarters prepares to open
A multiyear project that will benefit thousands of residents in the southwestern portion of Butler County is scheduled to be complete in the next few days. The official opening of the new Harmony Fire District headquarters in Zelienople will be a significant improvement for the residents of Zelienople, Harmony, Jackson Township and Lancaster Township.
Franklin board approves items related to start of school year
The Franklin School Board approved several key items for the 2024-25 school year, including revisions to student handbooks and funding for a preschool program in partnership with Keystone SMILES. The board also renewed its contract with the Warren County School District Virtual Academy and approved substantial financial expenditures, including payments for gym painting, roof replacement, and the installation of emergency response systems in elementary schools. The meeting saw some tension over the handling of agenda items, particularly regarding the dissolution of board committees, which passed by a narrow vote. Additionally, several employment contracts, service agreements, and policy readings were approved. The district reported a successful first day of school.
It’s finally here, and don’t take it for granted
BUTLER, Pa. — From the North, let me confirm, football hits different in the South. More on that later. But that dateline caught your eye, I’m sure. This is my parents’ hometown. The Jeep was invented here in 1940, a key development in the Allies’ World War II victories; there’s a monument commemorating that fact downtown on the beautiful Veterans Town Square across from the historic county courthouse.
Meet the Community and Economic Development Team of the City of Franklin
Who is the face of Community and Economic Development at the City of Franklin? WE ALL ARE!. From grant administration to the Franklin Industrial & Commercial Development Authority (FICDA), to family-friendly festivals, and events, this team is working together to facilitate a variety of programs that create a healthy balance of strategic economic growth and improved quality of life.
Sip and Savor to take place Sept. 14
The Southern Butler County Business Association announced its Sip and Savor event is officially scheduled from 1 to 5 p.m. Sept. 14 at Stick City Brewing in Mars. This event invites attendees to enjoy an afternoon of local flavor, featuring stops at four restaurants and breweries across the region. For...
Banding Together to Support EMS
Cranberry Township will join several municipalities, EMS providers, and Butler County in proactively addressing the EMS funding crisis in Pennsylvania. During the August 29 meeting, the Board of Supervisors opted to participate in the Southwestern Butler County EMS Alliance Alternative Funding Analysis. As a participant, Cranberry will contribute toward the multi-municipal study being undertaken by ROBB Consulting.
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