2016

Recent Deaths 12/13/16

Charlotte A. “Ann” Judy, 69, of Lucinda, died Dec. 12, 2016. Hazel Joyce Holmes Beane, 85, formerly of Endeavor, died Dec. 9, 2016. Joseph E….













Steelers bully Bills in snow

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) – Le’Veon Bell scored three times and set a franchise record with 236 yards rushing in finding traction on a slick,…



Recent Deaths 12/12/16

Shirley Jane (Beach) Ford, 79, of Tippery, formerly of Victory Heights, died Dec. 9, 2016.   For the complete article, please pick up a copy…


Area schools close or issue two-hour delay

Closed today: Brookville Good Hope Christian Preschool The following school districts are running on a two-hour delay: AC Valley Clarion Area Clarion-Limestone Cranberry Forest Franklin…













Victorian Christmas Weekend

A Victorian Christmas Weekend will be held Friday through Sunday, Dec. 16-18, in Franklin.  The event includes various holiday shopping opportunities at Franklin businesses.  The…



Slippery roads lead to several crashes

From staff reports Heavy snowfall created some havoc for motorists on the region’s roadways Friday as numerous crashes were reported throughout the day. Three accidents…




Recent Deaths 12/10/16

Ralph Oliver Murphy Jr., died Tuesday, Nov. 29, 2016. Helen G. Olszowka, 95, of Oil City, died Thursday Dec. 8, 2016. Paul L. Lehman Sr., 86,…



Pirates decide to hold on to McCutchen

OXON HILL, Md. (TNS) – At the end of baseball’s winter meetings, the conclusion general manager Neal Huntington reached regarding the face of the franchise…





Pet of the day 12/9/16

Name: Bailey Breed: Pointer, German Shorthaired Mix Age: 5 years Sex: Male Size: Medium Color: Brown/ White Bailey can be found at Venango County Humane…


Homes for the holidays

Precious Paws Animal Rescue, the Venango County Humane Society, Clarion PAWS and Tri-County Animal Rescue Center all have lots of furry faces who would just…


Baked Hot Wings

Makes 2 full servings 24 chicken wings, a mix of drums and flats, about 2 pounds 1 tablespoon grapeseed oil 1/3 cup sriracha chile sauce…



Santa train stop

From staff reports Santa will arrive by train and make a stop from 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday at 2 Relief St., near National Fuel…


High-flying Pens win again

SUNRISE, Fla. (AP) – Sidney Crosby got his 18th goal and added an assist to lead the Pittsburgh Penguins over the Florida Panthers 5-1 on…




Recent Deaths 12/9/16

Eugene Earl Smith Sr., 92, of Shippenville, died Thursday, Dec. 8, 2016. Ella Jean Yochim, 77, of Clarion, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 6, 2016. Wendell…