Franklin crowns royalty

Riley Brophy was crowned the Franklin High School homecoming queen at halftime of the Knights’ football game against Eisenhower Friday night. She was escorted by…



Recent Deaths 10/12/24

Kathy Lee (Etzel) Keil, age 72, of Plum, passed away Wednesday, October 9, 2024. Karen J. Ortz, 80, of New Bethlehem, passed away Thursday, October…




Recent Deaths 10/11/24

Joan M. Evans, 76, of Oil City, passed away Wednesday, October 9, 2024. Harry E. (Ellzie) martz Jr., 88, of Clarion, passed away on October…


Pet of the Day 10/10/24

Meet Mary! Hey there, I’m Mary – the most adorable and lovable puppy you’ll ever meet! I’m an outgoing and friendly girl who loves to…






Recent Deaths 10/10/24

Debra Sue Drozdo Taylor, 68, of Oil City, passed away on October 7, 2024. Daniel F. Uhlott, 68, of Oil City, died Monday, October 7,…



Franklin homecoming court

Franklin Area Junior-Senior High School has announced its 2024 homecoming queen candidates. They are, from left, Olivia Tawney, Emma Hawke, Sophia Rondinelli, Gabrielle Laderer, Hannah…




Keystone homecoming court

Keystone High School has announced its 2024 homecoming court, which was nominated by the senior class. King candidates are, from left, Emmet Fye, Kaleb Gooden,…




Recent Deaths 10/09/24

Irene Mae “Babe” Alworth, 90, of Parker, formerly of West Freedom, passed away Monday afternoon, October 7, 2024. Floyd H. Whitling Jr., 76, of Emlenton,…





Woman faces assault charges

Breontai Gates, a 30-year-old woman from Oil City, is facing multiple charges after allegedly resisting arrest during a disturbance at a duplex on Crawford Street….


Recent Deaths 10/08/24

Diane M. Craft Eckel, 76, of Franklin, passed away Thursday evening, October 3, 2024. Donna M. Girts, 82, of Clarion, passed away Wednesday evening, October…


Pet of the Day 10/07/24

Meet Hayes! Hayes is a young male kitten looking for a very patient adopter! This boy is quite nervous in this shelter environment and is…


Storms shake the area

A powerful storm swept through parts of Venango, Clarion, Crawford, and Forest counties on Sunday, bringing down trees, hail, and prompting tornado warnings. The National…


Recent Deaths 10/07/24

William E. Highfield, 81, of Oil City, passed away Saturday, October 5, 2024. Charles S. Allen, Sr., 84, of Grand Valley, passed away Friday, October…


Pet of the Day 10/05/24

Meet Hershey! Hershey is a brave and athletic dog who loves to play and explore. He is loyal, friendly, and affectionate, and would make a…




Rimersburg woman dies in fire

A Rimersburg woman died Thursday evening in a structure fire in Toby Township. Clarion County Coroner Dan Shingledecker identified the woman as Mary Chandler, 78….




Recent Deaths 10/05/24

Robert W. “Bob” Stricker, 92, of Emlenton, passed away Friday morning, October 4, 2024. Barbara J. Irons, 89, of Franklin, passed away on September 28,…






Recent Deaths 10/04/24

James “Jim” Scott Sterling, CMDR USN RET, 68, of Fairhope, Alabama, passed away September 23, 2024. Elinor Mae (Stuchell) Harwick, 102, of Reno, passed away…