Heat Triggers 'Code Orange' Air Quality Alert for Today

Thursday's heat index is predicted to reach 105 degrees.

PUC Hearing First Step toward Taxi Service to Cranberry

Yellow Cab may come to our area, but process could take months.

Damaging Storms Miss Cranberry Township

Cranberry Township issues tips for dealing with severe heat wave.

PUC to Review Yellow Cab Request to Serve Cranberry, Southern Butler County

Taxi company cites growing demand from residents and hotel officials in its request to expand service.

Free Summer Concert Series Provides Great Entertainment

Two series sponsored by Cranberry Township are popular.

Around The Rivers: A 'CopBlock' Tape, a Rocking 'Cindystock,' a WPIAL Ruling and a Notable Birthday

Here's a review of the week's headlines from around our region's Three Rivers.

Statewide Hearings Set to Update 12-Year Transportation Program

The Pittsburgh-area hearing will take place in Cranberry.

Motorists' Survey Will Help PennDOT Prioritize Safety Efforts

The survey is available through July 30.

Freeport Road Resurfacing Begins Monday Night in Pine and Marshall

Traffic will be limited to single-lane alternating-use weeknights from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. through July 29.

Reminder: Freedom Road Construction Begins Today

Project includes widening of the busy corridor.

Around The Rivers: A Coach's New Start, A Drug Dealer Jailed, A Race for Virginia and A Police Legacy

Here's a review of the week's headlines from around our region's Three Rivers.

Freedom Road Improvement Project Begins Monday

PennDOT says construction should last through winter.

Cranberry Approves Water Rate Hike

Officials say the hike is needed to offset increases from West View Water.

On the Road to Change: Major Construction Planned for Route 228

Highway overhauls set for 2012 include plans for triple turning lanes -- a first for the region.

Cranberry Hopes to Slow Down Speeders with Pilot Program

Trial campaign is based on the Keep Kids Alive Drive 25 program.

Altmire Leads Discussion on Marcellus Shale

Industry experts answer questions about Marcellus Shale drilling, water-quality issues and taxing the industry.

Plans for Freedom Road Sheetz Move Forward

Developers for the convenience store and car wash now will go before Cranberry's Board of Supervisors.

Obama Touts Innovation at CMU's Robotics Institute

President rolls out $500 million public-private initiative to spur technological advancements.

Port Authority Adopts Budget, Maintains Service for 2012

Port Authority warns more cuts possible in 2013.

Around the Rivers: New Vision for Chatham, New Album for Jackie Evancho, New Home for HEARTH

Here's a review of the week's headlines from Around our region's Three Rivers:

Updated: I-79 Northbound Will Go Down to Single Lane Friday and Saturday

Expect slowdowns in area of Mingo Road overpass between Exits 73 and 75 in Marshall Township.

Got Trash? Cranberry Kicks Off 'Garby Awards' Recycled Art Contest

Proceeds from the competition will be used to reform the Cranberry Arts Council.

Redrawing Pennsylvania: Congressional Redistricting Hearing Kicks Off in Cranberry

Butler County Commissioners ask that one congressional district represent the county.

Congressional Redistricting Hearing Today in Cranberry

Boundaries of congressional and legislative districts to be discussed as part of joint series of hearings.

Former Cranberry Supervisor Registers as Sex Offender

William Ambrass spent 18 years as a township supervisor.

Route 228: Open for Business

A Traditional Neighborhood Development Overlay could bring a new genre of development to the busy corridor.

Work on McKnight Road Begins Tonight

Weather permitting, nightly single-lane closures on McKnight Road will stretch from Babcock Boulevard to Perrymont Road.

PennDOT Plans Minimal Construction Over Memorial Day Weekend

Liberty Tunnel will be closed Monday from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m.

Operation Yellow Jacket Cracks Down on I-79 Speeders

Highway checkpoints will be set up in construction zones throughout the region.

Cranberry Revs Up Recycling Program

Parody ads are part of a renewed effort to spur residents to recycle more.

House Version of Budget Bill Split Along Party Lines

The budget passes the House by a vote of 109 to 92.

Pennsylvania House Passes $27.3 Billion Budget

State Rep. Daryl Metcalfe votes in favor of budget proposed by GOP.

Plans Move Forward for Jackson Township Natural Gas Processing Plant

Township officials approved a conditional application for Keystone Midstream LLC at Thursday's meeting.

2011 Results: Seneca Valley School Board

Newcomers Kelly Kopera and Jim Nickel move on to the general election.

2011 Results: Butler County Races

Incumbent Pinkerton and former commissioner McCarrier win Republican spots; incumbent Democrat Lokhaiser loses in commission race.

UPDATED: Skorupan, Mazzoni Re-elected to Cranberry Board of Supervisors

The victory is John Skorupan's third six-year term on the board and the second six-year term for Bruce Mazzoni.

Video: Cranberry at the Polls

Patch went to different polling sites around Cranberry Township for the scoop on Tuesday's primary election

UPDATE: Low Voter Turnout Reported in Cranberry

Polls across Cranberry Township are open until 8 p.m.

Residents Speak Out Against Gas Processing Plant Proposed for Jackson Township

Supervisors to vote on a conditional use application by Keystone Midstream LLC at Thursday's regular board meeting.

May Primary Election: Get Everything You Need to Know Here

Keep checking back with Patch throughout the day for coverage and election results.