Michael Crowley

1 week ago | butlerradio.com | Michael Crowley

A total of 32 individuals retire from the Seneca Valley School District following the conclusion of this current school year. The retirees were recognized by the school board and administration during a ceremony with refreshments earlier this month. The retirees include a Technology Facilitator, Communications Director, Payroll Supervisor, and Cafeteria Manager along with teachers, counselors, administrative assistants, paraprofessionals, principals, nurses, and maintenance workers.

1 week ago | butlerradio.com | Michael Crowley

During this Memorial Day, a state agency is encouraging donations to a program to provide upkeep for the largest veterans’ memorial located in any of the national cemeteries. The Department of Military and Veterans Affairs is asking for donations to the Pennsylvania Veterans’ Memorial Trust Fund which maintains the Pennsylvania Veterans’ Memorial, located at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery in Annville, Lebanon County.

1 week ago | butlerradio.com | Michael Crowley

With Memorial Day marking the unofficial start of summer, many people will be breaking out the grill. However, fire officials are reminding users to be safe when preparing summertime food. Fire departments respond to an average of over 9,000 fires each year involving gas grills resulting in over 20,000 injuries annually. They remind grillers to check propane tanks for any leaks, keep the grill clean by removing grease or fat, and to make sure the grill is far away from any home or deck railings.

1 week ago | butlerradio.com | Michael Crowley

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation is continuing spring road project maintenance work around Butler County this week. These activities include drainage work along Gamesland Road in Donegal Township along with patching on Whitestown Road in Butler Township. Shoulder cutting is planned for Eau Claire Road in Venango Township, as well as West Sunbury Road in Venango, Marion, and Cherry Townships.

1 week ago | butlerradio.com | Michael Crowley

The Pittsburgh Pirates defeated the Milwaukee Brewers 2-1 yesterday afternoon at PNC Park. The Pirates and Brewers wrap up their series this afternoon with the first pitch at 1:35. WISR pre-game kicks off at 12:35 with the Ben Cherington Show. The Pittsburgh Riverhounds defeated Rhode Island yesterday 1-0 on the road. They return home to face Rhode Island again this coming Saturday at Pittsburgh’s Highmark Stadium. The 109th Indianapolis 500 is this afternoon. Hear the race on WBUT beginning at 12:15.