Franklin man faces charges after confrontation over possession of dog turns physical
Shaun A. Grill, 41, of Franklin, faces charges of criminal trespassing, simple assault, and harassment after a domestic dispute over a dog escalated into a…
November 2024
Recent Deaths 11/16/24
Carl E. O’Neil Jr., 76, of Oil City, passed away November 15, 2024. Elizabeth Mae “Betty” Lynn, 79, of Butler, passed away on Sunday, November…
Pet of the Day 11/15/24
Meet Sage! Sage is a lovely female dog who is looking for a caring home to take her in. She originally came to us as…
Sligo Christmas Pageant Sunday brought in over 900 new toys for local school district
The Miss Sligo Christmas Pageant, hosted by Balanced Buddha Gives Back, took place Sunday at the Sligo Area Recreation Center with 28 girls aged 1-13…
Venango County Makerspace grand opening set next week
The Venango County Makerspace will hold its grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony from 4 to 6 p.m. Wednesday on the fifth floor of 100…
Franklin’s tree to arrive; dates set for decoration, light up night
Franklin’s annual holiday festivities kicked off today with the arrival of a 35-foot spruce Christmas tree, donated by the McGee family, via the “Christmas Tree…
OC barber settles in at new site after leaving Adamovsky property
The Dloniak Barber Shop, a long-standing fixture in Oil City for about 70 years, has relocated from 108 Center Street to its new home at…
Recent Deaths 11/15/24
Grace Irene Proper, 94, of Oil City, passed away on Monday, November 11, 2024. For complete obituaries, pick up a copy of The Derrick…
Pet of the Day 11/14/24
Meet Coconut! Coconut is a sweet girl. She loves everyone she meets. She is deaf but doesn’t let that slow her down. With her hearing…
DHS alerts EBT users of ongoing scam
The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) is warning SNAP benefit recipients of a scam involving fraudulent text messages claiming that an individual’s EBT card…
Franklin woman celebrates 100th birthday
Frances “Erla” Craig-Ferringer celebrates her 100th birthday today, marking a century rich in family, resilience, and cherished memories. Born on November 14, 1924, in Murrinsville,…
Recent Deaths 11/14/24
Steve “Giant” Wilson, 70, of Meadville, passed away on November 12, 2024. Marian F. Beightol, 91, of Franklin, passed away Thursday, November 7, 2024. Margaret…
Pet of the Day 11/13/24
Meet Verdille aka “Verdi”! Verdille is a sweet girl who loves people and is not a big fan of other kitties. She would do best…
Rocky Grove announces homecoming royalty
Katherine “Katie” Beggs and Kye Winslow were crowned Rocky Grove High School’s homecoming queen and king before the school’s dance Saturday. The theme was “A…
Brandon Rae Band will perform at Billy’s has Karma
The Brandon Rae Band, featuring Rae Hanna, Brandon Shick and Bobby Timko, will perform at the Billy’s has Karma series from 7 to 9 p.m….
Recent Deaths 11/13/24
Sally M. DiMino, 89, formerly of Tionesta, passed away October 27, 2024. Wayne N. Russell, 89, of Franklin, passed awayNovember 11, 2024. Janet Marie Blauser…
Keeping a Garden Journal
Keeping a garden journal can be a valuable tool to help both novice and experienced gardeners meet their goals. A garden journal provides a…
Pet of the Day 11/12/24
Meet Shadow & Trixie! Meet Shadow and Trixie! This senior bonded pair is looking for a new place to call home. Shadow is about 10…
OC Arts Council hosting luau event
The Oil City Arts Council will host a “Meet Me for a Luau at Tiki on the Creek,” event from 7 to 11 p.m. Saturday…
PennWest Clarion honors veterans
PennWest Clarion commemorates Veterans Day as ROTC members, above from left, Capt. Saddner Andre, Cadet Kline, Cadet Wright-Wicks and SFC Cartagena-Vazquez hoist the American flag…
FHS senior tells Sandycreek kids about her experiences in Guard
Isabella Peterson, a Franklin High School senior and soldier in the Pennsylvania Army National Guard, was the featured speaker at Sandycreek Elementary’s Veterans Day assembly….
Franklin police seeking more info about weekend incident
Franklin police are seeking additional information about a man armed with a knife who was attempting to get into passing vehicles at about 9:10 a.m….
‘Mail call’ delivers a memory for Navy veteran
Rich Palm, a Navy veteran from Cranberry Township, recently took part in an Honor Flight from Pittsburgh to Washington, D.C., with about 150 other veterans….
Recent Deaths 11/12/24
Tracy D. Rankin, 59, of Limestone, passed away early Sunday morning, November 10, 2024. Ruby Fern Gourley, 96, recently of New Bethlehem, passed away November…
Pet of the Day 11/11/24
Meet Snowy & Belle! Snowy & Belle were found in the woods by a kind man and brought to Precious Paws. We suspect that Snowy…
Wreaths Across America seeks local sponsors
Local organizers for Wreaths Across America in Venango County, Pennsylvania, are seeking sponsors for wreaths to honor veterans this holiday season. In its third year…
Recent Deaths 11/11/24
Eugene Reid Schwab Jr., 77, formerly of Oil City, passed away on November 9, 2024. Glenn A. Radaker, 71, of Knox, passed away on Thursday,…
Pet of the Day 11/09/24
Meet Debo! Debo was born in April of 2023. He came to PAWS with his brother, Hogan and is longing for his forever home. He…
23 inducted into Franklin Honor Society
Franklin High School held its annual induction ceremony for 23 new members of the National Honor Society on Wednesday. The new inductees include (front, from…
13 inducted into OC Honor Society
Thirteen Oil City High School students were inducted into the school’s National Honor Society on Tuesday. The students are (front, from left) Jolene Felmlee, Addison…
OC, Franklin leaf pickup schedules
Leaf pickups will continue next week in Oil City and Franklin. Here are the schedules: Oil City Tuesday: East Second, East Third, East Fourth and…
Recent Deaths 11/09/24
Joseph M. Tarantino, 70, of Elk City (Knox), passed away on Friday, November 8, 2024. Kirk Anthony Niederriter, age 50, of Hilliards, formerly of Fryburg,…
Future of the Lower Clarion River
Over the last few weeks, we’ve touched a little on the importance of environmental advocacy even with new green energy. Now let’s look at a…
Pet of the Day 11/08/24
Meet Shawna! Shawna is a sweet and friendly girl looking for her forever home. She can be a bit shy at first with new people…
RC Addict gets new storefront
RC Addict, a Franklin-based hobby business specializing in radio-controlled (RC) vehicles, is celebrating its first storefront opening this weekend after nearly 15 years of operating…
Recent Deaths 11/08/24
Robin A. Mitchell Wolbert, 59, of Franklin, passed away Wednesday, November 6, 2024. Marjorie “Susie” Eshelman, 79, of Franklin, passed away November 6, 2024. John…
Pet of the Day 11/07/24
Meet Daisy! You would never guess Daisy is 11 years old. She loves long walks and prances when she is outside. She would make a…
Community Playhouse to present ‘Christmas Wishes’
Community Playhouse Inc. is staging the holiday musical *Christmas Wishes*, featuring music by Michael Malthaner and books and lyrics by Charles Corritore. Performances run at…
Venango Symphony Orchestra to present concert Sunday
The Venango Symphony Orchestra will perform its next free concert at 3 p.m. Sunday in the Barrow Civic Theatre. Musicians are from the local area,…
Aqua lifts boil-water advisory in Fryburg
Aqua Pennsylvania has lifted a boil-water advisory in place since Saturday, which has impacted about 180 customers served by Fryburg Water Co. Customers can resume…
Friends for Food passes $21,000 mark
The annual Friends for Food campaign, organized by Community Services of Venango County and The Derrick/The News-Herald, has raised $21,306 to provide Thanksgiving meals for…
PennWest Clarion salutes nation’s veterans
PennWest University has designated November 11-15 as Military and Veterans Appreciation Week, reaffirming its commitment to supporting veterans and military families. President Jon Anderson emphasized…
Recent Deaths 11/07/24
Charles L. Whitman, 77, of Titusville, passed away Sunday, November 3, 2024. John I. Martz Sr., 86, of North Augusta, South Carolina, formerly of Venus,…
Gardening Facts and Fiction
Some gardening rules are myths: misconceptions passed down through the ages. This article takes a look at the real truth behind some common, but misguided,…
Pet of the Day 11/06/24
Meet Winchester! Winchester was born in April of 2021 and is a large brown tabby and white cat with striking golden eyes. He is feisty…
Nifty at 90: OC man’s life filled with various careers, interests
John “Jack” Eckert of Oil City celebrates his 90th birthday, known for his athletic accomplishments and dedication to family and community. A standout basketball player…
Newcomer to join 3 local incumbents in state legislature
Three long-serving Republican lawmakers from the Pennsylvania Legislature were reelected on Tuesday, and a new GOP member from Clarion County will join them in Harrisburg….
Farrell man sentenced for trafficking cocaine
Cleo Johnson, a 33-year-old man from Farrell, Pennsylvania, was sentenced to 188 months in federal prison for cocaine trafficking near a public housing area, with…
New CATA Lifeline route connects Oil City, Titusville
Starting Monday, the Crawford Area Transportation Authority (CATA) will launch a new Lifeline bus route connecting Titusville and Oil City, based on public and official…
Nifty at 90: Franklin woman has a lifelong love for dance
Betty E. Adams of Franklin turns 90 today, celebrated in the *Nifty at 90* series for her lively spirit and lasting contributions. Born the youngest…