Pet of the day 5/11/16
Name: Hulk Breed: Retriever, Labrador mix Age: 3 years Sex: Male Size: Large Color: Yellow Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Hulk can be found at Venango…
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Pet of the day 5/10/16
Name: Tiara Breed: Domestic medium hair mix Age: 2 years Sex: Female Size: Small Color: Brown/Orange Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption price: $40.00 Tiara can…
What does ‘going viral’ mean?
I don’t know what constitutes ‘going viral’ on the internet, but last Friday as i went out to get something out of my car I…
Springing up
As the days get warmer, more animals are waking up and returning to the region. This week saw the return of the ruby-throated hummingbird, indigo bunting,…
Pet of the day 5/9/16
Carter is calm and quiet in his kennel. This young fellow weighs in the 40 to 45 lb range. His coat is a pretty shade…
Pet First Aid class is planned
Precious Paws is sponsoring a Pet First Aid class from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, May 21, at 720 Atlantic Ave., Franklin. The cost…
Photo editing
Editing! This is one of the toughest things for a photographer to do or have to accept being done for them. We have images we…
Pet of the day 5/6/16
Sweetheart was recently left at the rescue center after hours in the cold. She is still very shy and weary of her new surroundings. She…
Pet of the day 5/5/16
Name: Boomer Breed: Retriever, Labrador mix Age: 7 years Sex: Male Size: Medium Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption price: $60.00 Boomer can be found at…
Make Mother’s Day Memorable
Mother’s Day is all about making Mom feel amazingly special. And what better way than with a thoughtful gift created with her unique style and…
Pet of the day 5/4/16
Name: Mischief Breed: Domestic shorthair mix Age: 1 year Sex: Male Size: Small Color: Orange Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption price: $40.00 Mischief is located…
Pet of the day 5/3/16
Name: Charlie Brown Breed: Retriever, Labrador mix Age: 7 years Sex: Male Size: Large Color: Chocolate Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Charlie Brown can be found…
Being green
The bright hue of spring green is coloring the landscape. Crazy Critters Reader submitted nature and pet photos are welcome…
Pet of the day 5/2/16
Name: Dollie Breed: Domestic shorthair mix Age: 3 years and 3 months Sex: Female Size: Medium Color: Black and brown Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption…
Choose the right pet for your home, family
Precious Paws Animal Rescue group of Franklin has offered these tips to help readers choose the right pet. Is your family considering adopting a pet?…
Pet of the day 4/29/16
Name: Abraham Breed: border collie mix Age: 1 year and 6 months Sex: male Size: medium Color: black and white Declawed: No Abraham is available…
Some Pics from the Chamber event in Franklin
Here are a few images I liked from Thursday’s Chamber event that may or may not make it to the paper Friday. Some…
Last year I met a man trying to get somewhere
Last year, as I was driving to work from Meadville through Franklin, I saw a man with an interesting hat thumbing a ride. I thought…
Beauty and fitness on a budget
Simple and Easy Ways to Update Your Beauty Routine Although beauty secrets are often kept confidential, some are willing to pass on their tips to…
Pet of the day 4/28/16
Name: Black Licorice Breed: Domestic longhair mix Age: 1 year and 1 month Color: Black Spayed/Neutered: Yes Declawed: No Housetrained: Yes Adoption price: $40.00 Located…
You can see more photos
Virtually all newspaper photographers take dozens of pictures for a story that never make it into the next day’s paper. Years ago this was a…
Pet of the day 4/27/16
Name: Petey Age: 2 Breed: Dalmatian & Whippet Mix Primary colors: White or cream Secondary color: Black Coat length: short Adoption Fee: $200 Contact: Clarion PUPS…
Pet of the day 4/26/16
Name: Peanut Animail ID: 30742189 Breed: Domestic shorthair mix Sex: Female Size: Medium Color: White and Grey Declawed: No Housetrained: Yes Adoption Price: $40.00 Peanut…
Blossoms and butterflies
Warming temperatures and abundant sunshine has brought out some spring color. From violets to tulips, nature is putting on a show and providing food…
Pet of the day 4/25/16
We were told that Cooper was a Blue Heeler and St. Bernard cross and while we can see Blue Heeler in the blue ticking of…
Understanding light and the basics of photography
Over the years I have had a lot of people who love to take pictures come up to me wanting to show me their photos…
Tri-County introduces its lifers
“Lifers” Noun, Slang. 1. … sentenced to or serving a term of life imprisonment Tri-County Animal Rescue Center (TCAR) would like to introduce their canine and feline…
Pawprints on my heart
(Editor’s note: The following article is about Maggie, a Precious Paws Animal Rescue puppy that was adopted from the rescue. Leah Anson, her owner, later…
Sad week in the newsroom
Something many might not realize about a photographer/reporter relationship at a paper is how much just understanding the style of each plays into how well…
Pet of the day 4/22/16
Jade is a seven year old girl. She is up to date on vaccines and will be spayed. Jade can be found at Tri-County Animal rescue…
Tips and Treats for your Healthy Lifestyle
(StatePoint) Deciding to lose weight is a great first step toward wellness. But goal setting is the easy part. Staying on the weight loss track…
Pet of the day 4/21/16
Name: Johnny Breed: Coonhound Primary Color(s): White or Cream Secondary Color(s): Tricolor (Brown, Black & White) Coat Length: Short Adoption Fee: $200 Contact: Clarion PUPS at:…
Pet of the day 4/20/16
Name: Penny Animal ID: 30960455 Species: Cat Breed: Domestic Shorthair/Mix Age:1 year 7 months Sex: Female Size: Small Color: Grey/Black Spayed/Neutered: Declawed: No House trained: Yes…
Pet of the day 4/19/16
Alaska is a 10 year old senior girl looking for her new home. She’s very laid back and calm. She gets along with anyone. She…
Welcome to A Walk in the Woods
Welcome to A Walk in the Woods. Newsroom staffer Anna Applegate carries her camera on daily walks with her dogs and goats. Experience nature through…
Pet of the day 4/18/16
Tango is about an eight month old cat who was born under a porch. He is mostly white with a patch on his side and…
Clarion PUPs now has regular hours
A Facebook post said Clarion PUPs now has regular hours. They are from 3 to 6 p.m. Thursdays and 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Fridays. People…
Pet of the day 4/15/16
Hi! My name is Nova, I am 1 year old husky mix. I Was born to a feral mom and am shy and hesitant in…
It’s all about the face
Hello, this is my first blog post for Venango Extra, a product of The Derrick and News-Herald newspaper. In this blog I hope to share…
Pet of the day 4/14/16
Bobcat or “Bobbi” is a sweet girl. She came to us injured, the vet thinks someone may have kicked her. She is all healed now…
Pet of the day 4/13/16
Lannie is a 3 year old male Siberian Husky. He was rescued from a kill shelter with Sammie, a long hair red and white Husky….
Pet of the day 4/12/16
Emory is a friendly and cute young male. He is neutered and is negative for FIV and feline leukemia. He is current on vaccines. Emory…
Pet of the day 4/11/16
DJ is a typical Pitbull. Happy, Loves attention and to play but has not had much training and will need worked with. He needs a…
Tri-County introduces some ‘Young At Heart’ senior adoptees
Beagle likes belly rubs Say “Hi!” to Odie, a spunky beagle mix who has no idea he’s a senior! After faithfully loving his owners all…
Ben the horse finds a home
“Thank you Heavenly Gaits for the opportunity to make one of my dreams come true.” That’s what Ashten Lewis had to say after she…
Clarion PAWS has felines who need ‘furever’ homes
Clarion PAWS is located at 11348 Route 322, Shippenville, Clarion River Hill, between Scrap Happy and Clarion Electric. The adoption center is open from 5…
Looking for a happy ending, tail wags and all
For such a dark past, this pit bull mix is sure to have a brighter future, thanks in part to many helpful people along the…
Think twice before getting a real live Easter bunny
Regina Martin, founder of Hog Heaven Rescue in Cochranton and former humane society police officer, answers some questions and provides information on live animals at…
Take your pup to meet the Easter Bunny
Pet owners and residents can hop on over to the Park Inn by Radisson in Clarion from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, March 12,…