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With frigid temperatures expected in Cranberry Township, frozen pipes can happen quickly, and they can cause major damage if they burst. A few simple steps can make a big difference: keep your heat steady, let faucets drip, open cabinets under sinks, and make sure exposed pipes are insulated. If you’re heading out of town, don’t turn the heat off completely. Staying proactive now can save you from a very cold (and costly) repair later. 

How to Prevent Frozen Pipes (Quick Tips)

• Let faucets drip slightly to keep water moving during extreme cold
• Open cabinet doors under sinks to allow warm air to circulate
• Keep your thermostat set to a consistent temperature, even overnight
• Seal drafts around doors, windows, and where pipes enter the home
• Insulate exposed pipes in basements, crawl spaces, garages, and exterior walls
• Disconnect garden hoses and shut off outdoor water supply lines
• If you’ll be away, don’t turn the heat off—set it no lower than 55°F

Cranberry Township will kick off a year-long celebration of America with the unveiling of the Township’s America250 Bells Across PA display.

The event is set for 5:30 p.m. Thursday, February 26, at the Cranberry Township Municipal Center, 2525 Rochester Road. It is held in partnership with the America250 Butler Committee and Experience Butler County.

Cranberry Township will unveil and display “The Butler Bell,” which was designed by Butler-based artist Tom Panei. It depicts an abstract depiction of Butler County, prominently featuring the Butler County Courthouse, a shining sun, music notes, and more. FirstEnergy sponsored its creation.

The ceremony is slated to feature the presentation of the American flag by VFW Post 879, a performance by members of the Butler County Symphony Orchestra, and remarks from Bruce Hezlep, Cranberry Township Board of Supervisors Chair; Leslie Osche, Butler County Commissioner; and Robi Lombardo, Regional External Affairs Consultant for FirstEnergy.

It is one of two bells on display in Butler County, with the other – “The Butler County Heritage Bell” by artist Paula Slomer - housed at the Butler County Courthouse. The bells will remain on display through December 2026.

The bells are part of America250, a nationwide initiative commemorating and celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. The goal of the effort is to inspire the community to reflect on the past and renew a commitment to the ideals of democracy through programs that educate, engage, and unite.

The Township has been preparing for forecasted snow this weekend, with Public Works ready to hit the roads. A total of 25 crew members will tackle 17 routes and parking lots/sidewalks – but they need your help!

• Do not park on Township streets. Vehicles may be ticketed and/towed where there is no street parking signage.
• Follow the 10-foot rule: Keep basketball hoops, snow forts, parked cars in driveways, and non-permanent seasonal items 10 feet from the edge of the street.
• Do not move snow from driveways and sidewalks into the paved street.
• If traveling is necessary, remove all snow and ice from the vehicle and allow plenty of space when driving near plow trucks.

The Police Department will deny all requests for on-street parking through Monday, January 26. Parking tickets may be issued to violators.

As a reminder, many main roads in the Township are maintained by PennDOT, including Interstate 79, Route 19, Route 228, Freedom Road, Franklin Road, Glen Eden Road, Rochester Road, Rowan Road, and the Pennsylvania Turnpike

Want to know more? Review the Township’s Snow & Ice Control Plan located on the Township website HERE.

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Two local agencies offer free tax prep assistance.

Call AARP at 724-264-5860 to leave a message and a local volunteer tax preparer will call you to set up an appointment. 

or 

Call 211 to schedule an appointment with VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) via United Way. 

Pay your bill online for sewer, water, trash and stormwater services.

The free Water Meter Portal provides insights into water usage on a daily or weekly basis.