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Freeport man shares patriotism with annual reading of Declaration of Independence
Jul. 4—Nick Triveri of Freeport wears his patriotism on his sleeve every Fourth of July. For the 14th year, the 71-year-old organized a reading of the Declaration of Independence at Riverside Park in Freeport. "I feel the Fourth of July is a whole lot more important than just shooting off fireworks and eating hot dogs and watermelon," said Triveri, whose strong voice and colonial attire added ...
Tractor Supply was wise to return to its core mission
CRANBERRY TOWNSHIP, PA. — Several dozen people walked through the Butler County Tractor Supply store Saturday afternoon, which lies along U.S. Route 19 — a two-lane highway that, one hundred years after its inception, is still the long-haul road that connects the Gulf of Mexico with Lake Erie. Over the past 20 years, this section of Route […]
Chamber Names Winners of Annual Awards
The Butler County Chamber of Commerce is naming their annual award winners. The chamber names three different awardees each year, with presentations given at their annual dinner. Cleveland Cliffs is being recognized as the David L. Lloyd Chamber Champion. This award honors an organization that plays an integral role in...
Callery makes plans to dedicate monument to local veterans
CALLERY — After facing several minor complications, a three-year long project to bring a monument honoring local veterans and other longtime borough residents is entering the final stages of completion. The monument is set to be dedicated at a ceremony on Nov. 10. The borough council approved that date...
Busy Penn Township intersection closed Wednesday for paving
A section of Airport and East Airport Roads in Penn Township will be closed at the intersection with Route 8 starting Wednesday morning, July 3, to allow for paving. This is part of a traffic signal replacement project for the intersection of Route 8 and Airport Road. “We trust the...
Butler City Continues Process For Financial Management Plan
The City of Butler is continuing with the process of seeking assistance from a state agency to improve efficiency and learn more about funding opportunities. City Council passed a motion at their meeting last week to accept a proposal from the Pennsylvania Economy League in the amount of nearly $64,000 as part of preparation for a five year Financial Management Plan.
New Law Will Offer Credit Monitoring After Data Breaches
A newly signed law will see victims of data breaches given free credit monitoring. The Breach of Personal Information Notification Act requires businesses and organizations to notify the state Attorney General’s office if there is a data breach of more than 500 individuals. Those impacted by the breach will...
Renfrew town council expands workforce to meet growing recreation needs
Renfrew Town Council made one important personnel move ahead of the summer break. They approved the addition of four new full-time and one-term maintenance positions within the recreation operations department in order to fill the increased demand for upkeep of local facilities like the myFM Centre. Councillor Clint McWhirter says...
‘The 48’: Don’t miss events in Renfrew and area
Here is a quick snapshot of what’s happening around town in the next 48 hours. Youth aged 8+ can join the town of Renfrew Tuesdays from 3-5 p.m. for a dynamic and inclusive gymnasium experience where all levels of skill are not only welcome but celebrated! Whether you’re a seasoned athlete or just looking to have some fun, the FREE Open Gym Program is the perfect place for you. Register online.
Lower Burrell considers ordinance on fireworks
Lower Burrell is looking to establish rules for fireworks, but it won’t be in time for the upcoming holiday. “The city wanted to enact a fireworks ordinance to make it clear to residents what they can and cannot do,” Mayor Chris Fabry said. “Since the state legalized so much a few years back, there has been a lot of confusion on specifics.
Oakmont Country Club work could produce harmless natural gas odor
If residents near Oakmont Country Club catch a whiff of natural gas this summer, it’s probably nothing to worry about. The club, which will host the 2025 U.S Open golf tournament next June, has construction underway, including some projects involving natural gas work. The club insists members and nearby...
New Kensington-Arnold superintendent's contract extended despite proposal to shorten it
One board member’s effort to shorten a contract extension for New Kensington-Arnold Superintendent Chris Sefcheck failed Tuesday night. The board ultimately voted 8-0 to give Superintendent Chris Sefcheck a new five-year contract that will run from Tuesday through June 30, 2029. It replaces his previous and initial five-year contract that would have ended on June 30, 2026.
Canceled vote shows engineering services remain a sore spot for Penn Hills Council
Penn Hills Council has once again put off a vote to hire Gibson-Thomas Engineering. Hours before it was set to begin, Mayor Pauline Calabrese called off a June 24 special meeting to consider appointing the firm as engineer for Community Development Block Grant projects over the next three fiscal years.
Oakmont's vegetation-control goats back to work after escape
Phyllis Anderson has jokingly referred to herself as “the GOAT,” (Greatest of All Time) since Oakmont brought in working goats two years ago to clear brush along the Allegheny River. But the assistant borough manager wants residents to know that the goats’ escape from their enclosure this week...
Software set to modernize Springdale Township water service
Springdale Township commissioners continue their push to modernize the township’s water distribution system with a recent software purchase. The township bought software from Diversified Technologies of Bloomsburg that will run numerous functions in the water system. It will be integrated with the remote-read water meters the township is in...
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