Sarver News

A Butler County race car driver is free on bond while awaiting a preliminary hearing on charges that he assaulted another driver after a race at a Indiana County speedway earlier this month.

Richard Westley Shoaf, Jr., 59, died Monday, June 23, 2008. Richard was born in Natrona Heights, PA.

Nearly 30 artists and fine crafters have their work for sale in a new shop in Hopwood, but it's more than the typical consignment arrangement.

Comet Krings will celebrate his first birthday by giving back to the animal shelter that helped him find a home.

The fire was reported to Franklin County 9-1-1 around 2:40 p.m., with heavy smoke and fire showing from the rear of the home when fire crews arrived.

The Friday before Memorial Day there was a lot of buzz at Lernerville Speedway about that evening's live broadcast of the World of Outlaws Sprint show from The Dirt Track at Lowes Motor Speedway.

Unlike some fire departments whose futures are in question, Buffalo Township's two departments are doing well.

A backfiring tractor started a fire Friday morning that destroyed a modern barn along Bear Creek Road.

Qualified candidates should send a letter of interest to West Shamokin High School, c/o athletic director Tom McClaine, 178 Wolf Dr., Rural Valley, PA 16249.

Drugs, guns and cash were confiscated Wednesday from a man police described as a "mid-level dealer." Michael Edmunds, 21, of 137 Ridgeview Road, was arrested at 11:20 p.m. as police executed a search warrant ... via Leader Times

“I think you can get the same fuel savings and longer tire wear just by being diligent about using a tire gauge.”

The financial pressure motorists are experiencing at the pump might be eased by filling up with a different type of gas -- nitrogen. via PittsburghLIVE.com

“They (doctors) have no idea and I have no idea, it's just the way it's working”

A cloud of uncertainty was washed away when Shirley Solada and her son Brian danced together at his wedding. via Pittsburgh Tribune

“My goal with the course is that when a student from my program turns 18, they will have met all the prerequisites and they will be well-prepared for the Firefighter 1 certification test”

When the school year starts in August, some Highlands students won't need a fire lit under them to get enthused; they'll be learning how to fight them. via PittsburghLIVE.com

Jerman L. McCray, 25, of Kittanning, suffered moderate injuries when he lost control of his car along Smith Road at 2:25 p.m. Thursday. via Leader Times

“Local food awareness has skyrocketed”

Got a black thumb but love garden-fresh produce? You could make do with barely ripe produce from the supermarkets, or wait until co-workers start frantically gifting everyone with surplus squash and tomatoes ... via Pittsburgh City Paper

An Armstrong County man accused of using his power of attorney to steal $170,000 from his 90-year-old great-uncle will stand trial. via Pittsburgh Tribune

To parents hosting after-prom and high school graduation parties in the coming weeks: Being "cool" could carry a hefty price tag for those who live in Butler County. via Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

“I definitely needed a good finish (at Lernerville).”

Chub Frank shook off a bout of early-season misfortune with a mid-week visit to his favorite racetrack. via The Frontstretch

A woman who operated a chop shop with her husband that sold reconstructed motorcycles using parts from stolen Harley-Davidson motorcycles was sentenced to 18 months in prison. via Centre Daily Times

Sarver, PA After two successive rainouts, the Lernerville Speedway will try once again to throw the green flag on its 40th Anniversary Season this Friday April 11. via Sprint Car News Blog