The Clarion County Economic Development Corp. (CCEDC) has chosen BL Companies, an employee-owned firm, to lead a $500,000 Brownfields Community-Wide Assessments grant project. This grant,…
Backyard barbecues remain popular even when the summer slowly begins to wind down. Though traditional favorites like hamburgers and hot dogs always have a place…
Patricia A. “Patty” Rapp, 80, of Clarion, passed away Friday morning, August 16, 2024. Robert “Bob” Fritz, 90, of Oil City, passed away on August…
The Knox Horsethief Days festival celebrates the local legend Sebastian “Boss” Buck, a notorious horse thief and counterfeiter. Despite its origins, the event now focuses…
Meet Blakely! Even though he looks kind of scary in this photo, Blakely is a very friendly cat! He loves attention and wants to be…
PennWest University’s Department of Nursing received a $1.18 million grant from the Health Resources and Services Administration to train nurses as sexual assault nurse examiners…
Donald Larry Spence, 71, of Limestone, Pennsylvania Sherry Diane Texter, 72, of Clarion Robert D. Fritz, 90, of Oil City For complete obituaries, pick…
Meet Millie! This sweet soul was brought to us by the dog warden. She has obviously had many litters of puppies and is receiving ointment…
The University of Pittsburgh at Titusville is progressing with a $10 million renovation of the student union at the Education & Training Center, slated for…
Mini lemon meringues are tasty little tarts. A lemon meringue pie is the perfect warm weather treat. Full of tangy lemon, bright coloring and loaded…
Maxine M. Kifer Wendell, 94, of Washington Street, Strattanville, passed away on Tuesday, August 13, 2024. Larry R. Rarer Sr., 75, of Cooperstown, died Saturday,…
Meet Frank! Frank has been at PAWS since he was a kitten. He was brought in from a feral colony and is the last one…
The Oil City School Board is considering increasing the daily pay rate for substitute teachers from $110 to $150 to stay competitive with neighboring districts….
Lisa Hummel, a recently retired band director with 33 years of experience at the Union School District, will lead PennWest-Clarion’s Golden Eagles marching band. A…
A project that will give motorists a smoother ride on more than a mile of Route 666 in Howe Township, Forest County, is scheduled to…
Two Mile Run County Park is hosting two outdoor events on Saturday. In the morning and afternoon, the Dan Hovis Memorial Trail Ride will take…
Zachary Maclain Sutley, 20, of Oil City, passed away on Sunday, August 11, 2024. John Saylor, 87, of 17319 Rte 68, Sligo, passed away on…
Taco Inc., a modern Mexican bar and grille, has opened in Franklin’s Quality Inn and Conference Center, replacing the former Liberty Street Ale House. The…
A fatal two-vehicle crash occurred on Saturday afternoon at the intersection of Route 322 and Sugarcreek Drive in Sugarcreek, involving a 75-year-old Cooperstown man and…
Meet Tigger! Handsome young Tigger recently came to us as a stray, so we don’t have any history for him. Aged to be around 1…
A 20-year-old inmate, Zachary Sutley, was found dead Sunday morning in a cell at the Venango County jail. The county coroner, Christina Rugh, has not…
Gary Lee Midage, 80, of Franklin, passed away at home on August 8, 2024. Floyd L. “Sonny” Say, age 81 of Emlenton (Nickleville), passed away…
Meet Ash! Ash is a friendly and gentle girl who loves to play and explore. She’s a well-mannered and clever girl who is always ready…
This crisp salad is perfect for hot nights. A quick and easy salad can be the perfect ending to a long summer’s day. Delicious and…
WASHINGTON (AP) — The great inflation spike of the past three years is nearly spent — and economists credit American consumers for helping slay it. Some of…
ATHENS, Greece (AP) — A major forest fire was raging out of control on the northern fringes of the Greek capital Monday, triggering numerous evacuation…
Elinor J. “Joan” Over, 92, of Clarion, passed away on Friday, August 9, 2024. Patricia Anne “Pat” Bowser, 83, of Dutch Hill, Parker, passed away…
Horizon Construction Group, of Seneca, worked this week on the frame for the structure that will house a larger, improved filtration system at the water…
Meet Loki (aka Jim Carey)! Although his name is Loki, we think it should be Jim Carey. He has a great personality and loves to…
Maxine Hahn, born on August 11, 1934, in Tionesta, is celebrated in the Nifty at 90 series for her long and fulfilling life. A graduate…
By: Selina Pedi-Smith, Founder, Pellere Foundation www.linkedin.com/in/selinapedismith Guest Writer Building on the importance of partnerships in community redevelopment that we explored last week, I’d…
Diana Zerby, age 77, of Brevard, NC, formerly of western PA, passed away on July 4, 2024. Lawrence S. “Larry” Foster, 78, of Dempseytown, passed…
Meet Mama! Hello there! My name is Mama, and I am a sweet, gentle, and curious adult dog who is just looking for a loving…
The Wild Wind Folk Art and Craft Festival will take place on September 7 and 8 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Warren…
Pennsylvania schools and eligible entities can now apply for grant funding for physical security upgrades and behavioral health support through two new grant opportunities from…
The Franklin Area School District will continue offering its comprehensive cyber school program, the Franklin First Learning Academy (FFLA), for the 2024-2025 academic year. Now…
A community survey has been launched to gather input on desired recreational amenities, locations, and operations for a new indoor recreation center in Venango County….
The Sugarcreek Borough Council learned that the cost of staying current with Venango County’s upgraded EMS radio system has risen to $50,600, up from about…
Ronald E. Downs, 88, of Franklin, formerly of Emlenton passed away on Thursday morning, Aug. 8, 2024. Elizabeth (Bettie) Jean Brandon, 92, of McKinney, Texas,…
Meet Samara! When Samara first came to us she had been was trapped under someone’s porch, they thought she was pregnant… she was not. She…
The Veterans Bridge in Oil City, closed since June, is set to reopen during the week of August 19, with the entire project expected to…
At its monthly meeting, the Franklin City Council addressed various citizen requests, including a proposal to modify parking regulations on Elk Street and extend the…
Make the most of your garden’s bounty! Summer’s bounty knows no bounds. Home gardeners often discover there are a number of crops they can…
Norma Klingler Sanford, 93, of Franklin, died on Friday, August 2, 2024. Josephine M. Miller, age 83, of Oil City, passed away on Tuesday, August…
Meet Bramble! Sweet Bramble is looking for a loving home to call her own! Approximately 2 years old, Bramble is very loving and enjoys affection….
Clarence E. “Ned” Lockhart, born on August 7, 1934, in Oil City, is celebrated for his dedication to family, country, and community. Married to Sally…
The Drake Well Museum and Park’s Drake Day circus event will return to the Oil Festival in Titusville for the first time since 2018, celebrating…
Police are searching for three teens who escaped from Pathways Adolescent Center in Oil City and are facing charges of aggravated assault, theft, and escape….
The 15th annual Wings and Wheels event at Venango Regional Airport promises to be the largest yet, featuring historical aircraft displays and rides, including the…
Asparagus is a long-lived, perennial vegetable. Find out how to get an asparagus bed established in your home garden. If you desire to have an…