Pet of the Day 11/28/25
Meet Tater! Meet Tater, a lovable goofball who is sure to bring a smile to your face! This affectionate and playful girl is always up…
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Recent Deaths 11/28/25
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Nifty at 90: Cranberry woman loved school and creating inventory boards
State police announces safety precautions over holidays
Grove City College plans holiday events
Recent Deaths 11/26/25
Pet of the Day 11/25/25
Local writers featured in Vonnegut Journal
Honor Society distributes food
The East Forest National Honor Society, in partnership with East Forest school staff, Bigfoot Festival Committee and Clarion American Legion, organized a reverse food drive…
Recent Deaths 11/25/25
Stephanie Simmons, 56, of Clarion, passed away on November 23, 2025. Dale D. Milks, 85, of St. Petersburg, passed away Friday evening, November 21, 2025….
Pet of the Day 11/24/25
Meet Autumn! Autumn is a sweetheart. If you want a lap cat that will snuggle with you, Autumn is your girl. She loves everyone and…
Recent Deaths 11/24/25
Maria A. Lapana, 78, passed away on November 20, 2025. Anabell Lee Yard, 80, formerly of Franklin, died on Friday, November 21, 2025. Margaret S….
Pet of the Day 11/22/25
Meet Nightshade! Nightshade was born in August of 2024 and came to us very pregnant. She is now a very sweet kitty who is done…
Union pay freeze proposal in Titusville sparks budget backlash
Tensions flared at Monday’s budget work session after the city asked unions to consider deferring 2026 pay increases, prompting strong objections from police and fire…
Where Burden and Beauty Coexist
By Rachel Brosnahan This is a bit of a part two to the story I shared last week about my time in Europe. After the…
Recent Deaths 11/22/25
Janet E. Birchard, 75, of Erie, died on Thursday, November 20, 2025. Alfred W. “Al” Wareham, 76, of Stoneboro, passed away on Friday, November 21,…
Pet of the Day 11/21/25
Meet Peyton! This senior lovebug is super affectionate and friendly. She loves head rubs, chin scratches, and pretty much any form of attention you’re willing…
Barrow-Civic Theatre’s all-youth ‘Frozen JR.’ opens tonight
The Barrow-Civic Theatre opens its first-ever all-youth main stage production, “Frozen JR,” tonight, featuring students in grades five through 10 performing and running lights, sound,…
Marshalls enjoys bustling opening day
Shoppers come and go at the new Marshalls store, in Cranberry, during its grand opening on Thursday. Store manager Missy Bowen said that the parking…
Recent Deaths 11/21/25
David Ray Bell, 61, formerly of Franklin, passed away on Tuesday, November 18, 2025. George W. Willis Sr., 84, of Parker, passed away on November…
Pet of the Day 11/20/25
Meet Lucky! Lucky came to us with a defective eye and unfortunately it could not be saved. But Lucky doesn’t mind being a one eyed…
None injured in semi-tractor trailer rollover between Rocky Grove and Dempseytown
There were no injuries in a semi-tractor trailer rollover on Rocky Grove Avenue that took place at about 2:03 p.m. Wednesday, according to Venango County…
Franklin schools to receive $8M in state funding after budget passage
Franklin Area School District will soon receive its long-delayed state funding, with $8 million arriving in two installments after the Pennsylvania budget passed. Business Manager…
Recent Deaths 11/20/25
Don Morgan, of Clarion, passed away on Sunday, November 16, 2025. Joseph “Joe” Fitzpatrick, 77, of Prescott Valley, AZ, formerly of Oil City, passed away…
Pet of the Day 11/19/25
Meet Miss Judy! You can visit and adopt Miss Judy from Clarion PAWS in Shippenville, Monday-Saturday! All cats have been spayed/neutered, Feline Leukemia and FIV…
Cranberry Economic Development Committee hears from Wildcat Mansion owner
The owner of Wildcat Mansion, Jon Bernstein, and artist Amber Bailey updated the Cranberry Economic Development Committee on the property’s rich history and its growing…
Wreaths Across America in search of sponsorships
Local organizers for Wreaths Across America are seeking wreath sponsorships to honor veterans during this year’s wreath-laying ceremonies on Dec. 13, marking the program’s fourth…
Tips for Selection and Care of Cut Christmas Trees
This article discusses how to choose the perfect Christmas tree and keep it fresh. There is no right or wrong species when it comes to…
Recent Deaths 11/19/25
Alfred J. “Joe” Brickner, 55, of Oil City, passed away on Monday, November 17, 2025. Anne M. McClellan, 64, of Marienville, passed away Saturday, November…
Pet of the Day 11/18/25
Meet Clover! Meet Clover, the affectionate and friendly pup with a playful spirit! Clover will brighten your day with her energetic and playful nature. She’s…
$100K Mega Millions ticket sold locally
Kristyak’s Korner in Sandy Lake Borough sold a winning Mega Millions ticket worth $100,000 for the Nov. 14 drawing, according to a news release from…
OC man gets hefty prison term on child porn charges
Jonathan Alexander Masters, a 28-year-old Oil City man, was sentenced to up to 50 years in prison on child pornography charges after pleading guilty to…
Doing some light work on the Cranberry Christmas tree
Christmas lights began to be draped over the Cranberry Township community Christmas tree on Monday. The evergreen was set in place in front of the…
C-L students find roaring success with Lion Manufacturing
Visitors from as far as California attended an open house at Clarion-Limestone High School to explore Lion Manufacturing, a student-run enterprise now in its third…
Recent Deaths 11/18/25
Herb Dascombe, formerly of Knox, passed away on November 7, 2025. Sandra “Sandy” Sue Ray, 77, of Davis Road in Titusville, passed away on Sunday,…
Pet of the Day 11/17/25
Meet Blackie & Bandit! Blackie & Bandit are currently living in their home alone with a doggy door to go in and out. Their mom…
2 organizations team up to provide holiday gifts
Pennies from Heaven, now in its 30th year, has partnered with the Clarion Kindness Project to help working Clarion County families and single parents provide…
Tionesta rings in the season
Santa Claus made an early stop in Tionesta on Saturday for “Christmas in the Village,” delighting kids and adults alike. Most of the town’s specialty…
Recent Deaths 11/17/25
Ann M. “Mig” Boyle, formerly of Oil City, died November 12, 2025. Maxine Martin Heidler, 80, of Shippenville, died on Thursday, November 13, 2025. Jackalyn…
Pet of the Day 11/15/25
Meet Izzy Biggs! Izzy Biggs was born in April of 2023. She is incredibly overweight and is not happy about being at PAWS. By all…
3 former Primary Health officials plead guilty to fraud charges
Three former Primary Health Network executives — ex-CEOs Drew Pierce and Jack Laeng, and former facilities manager Mark Marriott — pleaded guilty in federal court…
Franklin Precision Castings celebrates 40 years of manufacturing prevision investment castings
Franklin Precision Castings is celebrating 40 years in precision investment casting, evolving from its roots as an 1878 sand foundry and later a glass mold…
Rest, Reconnection, and Renewal
By Rachel Brosnahan You’ve likely gotten used to hearing Selina’s voice in these behind-the-scenes stories, but this week I’m stepping in to share a story…
Recent Deaths 11/15/25
Thomas Richard Abrams, 54, of Pleasantville, passed away on Thursday, November 13, 2025. Douglas Edward Taylor, 60, of Franklin, died on Wednesday, November 12, 2025….
Pet of the Day 11/14/25
Meet Poe! Meet Poe, a loving and friendly boy who will melt your heart! This affectionate pup is a fifty-pound lap dog, always up for…
Pitt-Titusville supporters
From left, University of Pittsburgh Chancellor Joan Gabel, Trustee Emerita Suzy Broadhurst, Jim Broadhurst and Vice Chancellor for Alumni Relations Nancy Merritt are seen at…
Franklin opts to keep historic light pole style
Franklin City Council chose not to support PennDOT’s request to replace the city’s historic-style streetlights at the Liberty Street intersections of 12th and 13th streets…
Recent Deaths 11/14/25
Kenra Angelina Janise Miller, 69, of Seneca, formerly of Franklin and Erie, passed away on Tuesday morning, November 11, 2025. Daniel Nelson Patton, 69, of…
Pet of the Day 11/13/25
Meet Twix! Twix is a 6 year old boy that lost his mom. He is a very friendly cat, he loves to give hugs and…