Burglary investigation

Franklin state police are investigating a burglary that took place Friday morning at a residence on Millbrook Road in Irwin Township.  Police said the thief…











Recent Deaths 9/17/16

Mary Jane “Nan” Wagner, 88, of Shippenville, died Thursday, Sept. 15, 2016. Bertha V. Davis, 90, of Seneca, died Friday, Sept. 16, 2016. Linda M. (Welms) Covey, 74,…


For the birds

The Venango County Humane Society has some fine-feathered friends who need homes and Clarion PAWS has some lovely feline companions available. Tri-County Animal Rescue has…


Pet of the day 9/16/16

Name: Moon Pie Breed: Domestic Medium Hair Mix Age: 11 months Sex: Male Size: Small Color: Black Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Moon Pie can be…







Bucs explode in Philly

PHILADELPHIA (AP) – Andrew McCutchen hit two solo homers, Chad Kuhl pitched six effective innings and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Philadelphia Phillies 15-2 Thursday…



Recent Deaths 9/16/16

Bonnie D. Reynolds, 65, of Rimersburg, died Sept. 14, 2016. Rosemary “Rosie” M. Moss, Ph.D., 76, died Sept. 14, 2016. Sheryl B. “Fergie” Ferguson, 84, of…



Pet of the day 9/15/16

Name: Double Stuff Breed: German Shepherd Mix Age: 4 years Sex: Male Size: Medium Color: Black/ Brown Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Double Stuff can be…









Recent Deaths 9/15/16

Lucille I. George, 88, of Rimersburg, died Sept. 14, 2016. Martha J. Page, 87, of Foxburg, died Sept. 13, 2016. Shirley Morrow, 89, of Franklin, died Sept….



Pet of the day 9/14/16

Name: Aphrodite Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 3 months Sex: Female Size: Small Color: Black/ Tan Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Aphrodite can be found at…




OC man charged with assault

By SAXON DAUGHERTY Staff writer An Oil City man is facing charges following a domestic incident Monday night at a home on Plummer Street. A…




Pirates snap out of rut

PHILADELPHIA (AP) – Sean Rodriguez had a pinch-hit three-run homer in the ninth inning, lifting the Pittsburgh Pirates over the Philadelphia Phillies 5-3 on Tuesday…



Recent Deaths 9/14/16

Shevy Lynn McGiffin, 13, of Clarion, died Sept. 9, 2016. Janet M. Chambers, 77, of Emlenton, died Sept. 13, 2016. Michael “Mike” Todd Brunson, of Capon Bridge, West…



The morning dew

Now that the mornings are cooler, area plants and posies sport countless tiny dewdrops. The small droplets of moisture sparkle like diamonds in the morning…


Pet of the day 9/13/16

Name: Bitzy Breed: Beagle Mix Age: 4 years Sex: Female Size: Small Color: White/ Tan Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Bitzy can be found at Venango…


DukeFest is a doggone good event

DukeFest organizers reported that attendees gave $7,600 on Saturday, Sept. 10. Organizers said that amount, added to donations and fundraisers throughout the year, brings the…




Police accuse OC man of assault

By SAXON DAUGHERTY Staff writer An Oil City man has been charged with aggravated assault in connection with an incident Saturday evening in the 700…


Dukefest brings in $10K for rescues

Miss Pinky Sprinkles, the pig, and her canine groom, Mr. Stash Bandit, participated in a “muttrimony” ceremony Saturday afternoon during DukeFest in Franklin. DukeFest organizers…