Fire Destroys Home in Lavelle Early Saturday Morning

A fire destroyed a home in the early morning hours of Saturday in Butler Township’s village of Lavelle.

Fatal Crash on Interstate 81 in Schuylkill County Claims Life of Kingston Man

Pennsylvania State Police at Frackville are investigating a fatal crash that occurred Tuesday afternoon, September 2, 2025, on Interstate 81 northbound in Butler Township.

Mess in the Magistrate’s: Police Say Woman Defiled Schuylkill County Magisterial District Judge’s Office With Feces

A McAdoo woman is facing multiple charges after police say she smeared feces inside and outside of a Magisterial District Judge’s office near Frackville, leaving behind more than $1,500 in cleanup costs.

Driver Flown with Injuries After Two-Miler Crash near Frackville

BUTLER TOWNSHIP - A man was seriously injured in a crash overnight on Route 61 in Frackville.

Firefighters Contain Commercial Building Fire in Butler Township

Fire crews from multiple communities responded to a commercial building fire Friday afternoon at Kennedy Concrete on Dutchtown Road.

Traffic, Parking Restrictions Announced for Schuylkill County Fireman’s Convention Parade in Frackville

Frackville Police have announced parking and traffic restrictions ahead of Saturday's Schuylkill County Fireman’s Convention parade.

Butler Township Man Charged Following Alleged Threat with Pellet Gun

A Butler Township man is facing multiple charges following an incident Friday night in which he allegedly threatened another individual with what appeared to be a handgun.

Gordon Mountain Road Reopens After Flash Flooding Closure

Gordon Mountain Road has reopened to traffic after a brief closure Sunday afternoon due to flash flooding caused by heavy rainfall and runoff.

Driver Crashes into Utility Poles in Butler Township

No injuries were reported Saturday evening after a pickup truck crashed into multiple utility poles, knocking down wires.

PHOTOS: 2025 Friendship Fire Company, Englewood, Block Party Firetruck Parade

Photos and video of the 2025 Friendship Fire Company in Englewood's Block Party Fire Truck Parade held on May 23rd, 2025.

Victims Identified in Suspicious Butler Township Deaths; Investigation Ongoing

Pennsylvania State Police are continuing their investigation after two individuals were found dead inside a home in Butler Township on Friday night.

Prescribed Burn Planned on State Game Lands Along Interstate 81 in Schuylkill County

The Pennsylvania Game Commission has announced plans to conduct a prescribed fire on Monday, May 12, 2025, in State Game Lands (SGL) 326 located in Butler Township, Schuylkill County. 

Two Found Dead in Schuylkill County Home; Investigation Underway

Pennsylvania State Police are investigating after two individuals were found dead inside a home in Butler Township, Schuylkill County on Friday night.

Wildfire Burns 20+ Acres of Butler Township Land

Firefighters battled a rapidly spreading wildfire in Butler Township on Wednesday afternoon, as dry and windy conditions turned a controlled burn into a dangerous blaze.

Ashland and Butler Township Continue Exploring Regional Police Force

The discussions regarding a potential regional police force between Ashland and Butler Township have remained relatively quiet since late 2023, but recent developments indicate that the project is still under consideration.

Fire Damages Garage in Butler Township

Firefighters responded to a structure fire in Butler Township on Tuesday afternoon.

Butler Township Secures $20K Grant for Radar Speed Signs in Lavelle and Fountain Springs

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) has announced an investment of approximately $20.4 million in Automated Red-Light Enforcement (ARLE) funding to support 31 safety projects across 25 municipalities statewide. 

Three Transported to the Hospital After Butler Township Crash

Three people were transported to the hospital after a crash in Butler Township on Wednesday afternoon.

Wanted Ashland Man Apprehended Following Foot Chase

A man wanted by Ashland Police was taken into custody after a short pursuit in Butler Township late Wednesday.

Water Main Break Reported in Butler Township

Crews are working on repairing a water main break in Butler Township on a line that also feeds Ashland.