March 2017



Police warn of scams

From staff reports After a 46-year-old Rouseville woman was swindled while attempting to buy a vehicle from Craigslist, Franklin state police are asking the public…



Pens blank Canucks

VANCOUVER, British Columbia (AP) – The Pittsburgh Penguins had too much firepower for Vancouver on Saturday night, even with an outstanding performance from Canucks goalie…



Recent Deaths 3/13/17

Thomas R. Harris, 52, formerly of Barkeyville, died March 9, 2017. Benjamin Harding Hunsberger, 30, of Huey, died March 10, 2017. Herbert Clair Work, 88, of Strattanville,…














VC to launch new curriculum in fall

From staff reports Venango Catholic High School will launch a new curriculum in the fall. Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) readiness, emphasis on the…



Recent Deaths 3/11/17

Patricia L. Reedy, 66, of Polk, died Friday, March 10, 2017. Robert L. Grazier, 69, of Clarion, formerly of St. Petersburg and East Brady, died Tuesday,…




Pet of the day 3/10/17

Name: Flounder Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Color: Gray/White Gender: Male Size: Medium House-trained: Yes Flounder can be found at Precious Paws Animal Rescue.




Look who’s talking!

Tri-County Animal Rescue in Shippenville lets some of its longtime residents do the talking. Precious Paws Animal Rescue in Franklin is preparing for its Spring…







Recent Deaths 3/10/17

Carolyn Heasley, 92, of Hinsdale, Illinois, formerly of Oil City, died Feb. 25, 2017. Richard G. “Dick” Shreckengost, 74, of New Bethlehem, died March 9,…






Pet of the day 3/9/17

Name: Merlin Breed: Terrier/ Beagle Mix Age: 5 years Size: Medium House-trained: Yes Merlin can be found at Precious Paws Animal Rescue.






Pens go wild in Winnipeg

WINNIPEG, Manitoba (AP) – Nick Bonino had a hat trick, Evgeni Malkin scored twice and added an assist and the Pittsburgh Penguins beat the Winnipeg…



Recent Deaths 3/9/17

Harry L. Barrickman, 74, of Franklin, died March 7, 2017. Johnnie Ruth Burkhardt, 56, of Oil City, died March 7, 2017. Jean Louise Filson Ross,…




Pet of the day 3/8/17

Name: Foxy Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 1 year Gender: Female Size: Medium Color: White/ Beige Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption Price: $40.00 Foxy can…