Pet of the Day 07/03/24
Meet Violet Violet is gentle and friendly and is the cat “most likely to groom the other cats”. She is from a feral colony and…
July 2024
Job fair planned at SCI Forest prison
The Pennsylvania Department of Corrections will hold a job fair on Thursday, July 11, from 3 to 7 p.m. at SCI Forest state prison in…
Cochranton fair music acts, parade details announced
The Cochranton Community Fair, set for August 6-10, will have a soft opening on August 5 due to a high number of performers. The entertainment…
Sugarcreek Mr. Bookman closing
New and used bookstore Mr. Bookman has announced it will be closing its Sugarcreek Borough location at 316 Allegheny Blvd., and the venue’s last day…
Plans announced for Heritage Festival art show
The Oil City Arts Council will host its annual Oil Heritage Festival Art Show from Wednesday, July 24, to Sunday, July 28, at two locations:…
Fourth of July Cookie Cups
Offer a sweet ending to July 4th celebrations! July 4th celebrations are much anticipated each year. Whether they include an intimate barbecue with a…
Recent Deaths 07/03/24
Jean Marie Shinn, age 93, of Santa Maria, CA, formerly of Oil City, passed away on June 20, 2024. Joseph H. Eisenman Sr., 79, of…
Franklin man gets prison time for Halloween party assault
Shawn Michael Latchaw, a 29-year-old man from Franklin, has been sentenced to three to 10 years in prison for aggravated indecent assault and an additional…
Small aircraft competition holds initial Clarion event
The Clarion County Airport hosted its first Appalachian STOL (Short Take Off and Landing) event, drawing around 14 pilots who practiced on Friday under clear…
Pet of the Day 07/02/24
Meet Bundy Just over 40 pounds and 2 years old, this handsome man is in search of a new address! Bundy recently came to us…
Kirtland Foundation awards scholarships
The Kirtland Cancer Foundation awarded $2,000 scholarships to nine Venango County college students this year. The students met several requirements including academic, residency and that…
OC woman accused of biting girl, kicking officer
Nicole Jones, a 41-year-old woman from Oil City, is facing multiple charges, including aggravated assault, for attacking and biting a teenage girl, and kicking a…
Sesame Chicken Fingers with Honey Dip
Chicken fingers make picnics fun! Picnics are a fun way to bring people together to enjoy food and conversation. While there are no limitations…
Franklin parade winners announced
Float winners have been announced for Saturday’s Liberty Fest parade in Franklin. King of Spades Landscaping was chosen as the first-place float, followed by Jeannes…
Recent Deaths 07/02/24
Dolores L. “Lori” Heath, 94, of Oil City, passed away June 29, 2024. Donna D. Taylor, 92, of Clarion, passed away on Sunday, June 30,…
Pet of the Day 07/01/24
Meet Peanut Meet Peanut, the gorgeous two-year-old tortoiseshell who is looking for her purrfect family! Peanut was surrendered to us when her owner could no…
Wolf’s Corner Fair opens for 83rd year
The 83rd Wolf’s Corners fair began Sunday with vendors, food booths, and rides from Bartlebaugh Amusement Company. The fair features a variety of events throughout…
Despite postponement, Clarion County Recycling Day is a hit
The annual Clarion County Recycling Day was delayed by weather but saw strong turnout despite the postponement. Volunteers, including county employees, assisted in managing the…
Honey-Laced Blueberry Parfaits
Bountiful blueberries make treats even better! There are so many reasons to include blueberries in recipes. Not only are they plentiful in supermarkets and…
Recent Deaths 07/01/24
Larry D. McFadden, 80, of Cooksburg, passed away Friday, June 28, 2024. Gary T. Say, age 71, of Hillsdale and formerly of Emlenton, passed away…