Pet of the Day 07/13/24
Meet Augusta Augusta is very shy at this point. She was brought to the shelter after being trapped from an outdoor situation where her former…
2024
Zonta supplies decals to local women-owned businesses
The Oil City-Franklin Zonta Club has been highlighting women-owned businesses in Venango County by presenting window decals to those that are at least 51% women-owned….
Tionesta’s Mt. Zion Lutheran Church to celebrate 175 years
Mt. Zion Lutheran Church on German Hill in Tionesta will celebrate its 175-year anniversary on Sunday, July 21, with a special service at 1 p.m.,…
Shakespeare in the Park performance
Sabre Boland (center) of Dayton, Ohio, performs a sonnet Friday evening in Franklin’s Bandstand Park at the conclusion of the first Shakespeare in the Park…
Lanes, ramp reopen for Clarion River Bridge project
The eastbound and westbound lanes and the on-ramp from Route 66 to eastbound Interstate 80 reopened late Friday afternoon as work keeps moving ahead on…
Kickoff Meeting for Communities LEAP Initiative: Paving the Way for Energy Resilience and Job Creation in Venango County
On Wednesday, July 10th, at 3 PM, a pivotal kickoff meeting was held to mark the commencement of a groundbreaking project under the Department of…
Recent Deaths 07/13/24
Judy Diane (Pressler) Stanley, 71, of Oil City, passed away Saturday, June 22, 2024. Robert B. “Andy” Anderson, 84, of Franklin, died Wednesday, July 10,…
Pet of the Day 07/12/24
Meet Bear! Meet Bear, the 3-year-old mastiff mix with a heart as big as he is! Bear recently came to us as a stray and…
PennWest-Clarion Small Business Development Center honored
The PennWest-Clarion Small Business Development Center has been named the Western Pennsylvania Center of the Year for 2024 by the U.S. Small Business Administration. PennWest-Clarion…
Plans advance for bridge repair project in Cranberry Township
Cranberry Township supervisors approved using up to $80,000 from the general fund for Meadow Church Road bridge repairs to expedite the process, which had been…
Recent Deaths 07/12/24
Roy Edsel Wyant, age 96, of New Bethlehem, passed away early Thursday morning, July 11, 2024. Matthew M. Sargent Sr., 80, of Rouseville, passed away…
Pet of the Day 07/11/24
Meet Modina Modina came to us a stray so we do not have any history for her. We aged her to be around 7 years…
Franklin man arrested on numerous drug delivery charges
Shaundel David Young, a 48-year-old Franklin resident, was arrested on multiple drug-related charges following a nearly year-long investigation by Sugarcreek Borough police and the state…
Area firefighters get brand new gear with help from grant
The Seneca Volunteer Fire Department celebrated the arrival of new firefighting gear purchased through a grant of over $300,000. This gear, meant to be replaced…
No quorum for Franklin authority, but some items are discussed
The Franklin General Authority meeting on Tuesday focused on facilities and equipment, but no votes could be taken due to a lack of quorum, necessitating…
Humane Society to hold open house
The Venango County Humane Society will host its first open house from 3 to 8 p.m. Thursday, July 18, at the shelter at 286 S….
Recent Deaths 07/11/24
Clarissa R. Marvin, age 103, died the evening of Friday, July 5, 2024. For complete obituaries, pick up a copy of The Derrick for…
Titusville area crash causes spill, long road closure
Route 27 near Titusville was closed for over 12 hours on Tuesday due to a two-vehicle crash involving a tanker, which resulted in an oil…
Plates have new look
Gov. Josh Shapiro has unveiled new Pennsylvania license plates and “Welcome to Pennsylvania” highway signs. The “Let Freedom Ring” designs celebrate Pennsylvania as the birthplace…
Flies released in Allegheny National Forest to combat invasive insect
The USDA Forest Service has introduced biological controls to combat the invasive hemlock woolly adelgid (HWA) in Allegheny National Forest. HWA, native to Japan and…
Pet of the Day 07/10/24
Meet Mimi Hello, my name is Mimi and I am a very friendly and gentle dog. I am extremely loyal to those I love and…
Venango commissioners discuss jail contracts, airport restaurant
At their monthly meeting, Venango County commissioners approved several contracts, including one with Northwest Pennsylvania Family Services to establish a re-entry program for inmates at…
Gardening as You Age
Learn ways to reduce challenges in the garden and adapt to gardening as you age gracefully. The physical benefits of working in the garden…
Good Hope Christian Preschool has openings
Good Hope Christian Preschool still has openings in the preschool and toddler time classes for fall. Good Hope provides children with a Christian-based educational experience…
Recent Deaths 07/10/24
Linda A. Rankin, age 75, Tionesta, formerly of Jamestown passed away on Sunday, July 7, 2024. Frank L Dunkle Jr. aka “Skip”, age 54, of…
Couple facing fraud charges related to incidents at 2 banks
A man and woman from Erie, Jamario Martin and Teana Thomas, are facing charges for attempting to deposit fake checks at banks in Cranberry Township…
Pet of the Day 07/09/24
Meet Gonzo I almost hate to post this beautiful boy because I know he will be adopted quickly and I love having him in my…
Titusville foreclosure registry gets step closer
The Titusville City Council approved the first reading of a bill to hold mortgagees accountable for maintaining foreclosed properties. The proposed ordinance, developed with Hera…
Local youths shine at inaugural Belted Galloway Junior Nationals
Three local youths competed at the first-ever Belted Galloway Junior Nationals, which were held from June 25 to June 30 at the Medina County Fairgrounds…
Franklin Chamber holding youth entrepreneurs day Saturday
The Franklin Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting its first youth entrepreneurs day this Saturday, inviting business owners aged 18 and under to showcase and…
Hitched and ready to pull
The Wolf’s Corners Fair, near Tionesta, held a horse-pulling contest on Wednesday. Horse teams from Pennsylvania, New York and Vermont participated. Horses in the middleweight…
Recent Deaths 07/09/24
Julia K. “Judy” Eckel, 93, of Pittsburgh, formerly of Franklin, passed away on Saturday, July 6, 2024. Richard B. “Dick” Lowers, 84, of Allegheny Township,…
Pet of the Day 07/08/24
Meet Gino Meet Gino! This handsome fella came to us as a stray with porcupine quills, so we are still getting to know him. With…
Franklin Edible Arrangements closing at end of August
After nearly a decade on Liberty Street in Franklin, Edible Arrangements will close permanently on August 31. The closure is due to franchise owners Deborah…
Flag boxes donated to Vietnam honor guard
Bear Edmonds, the new owner of Clarion Wood Products, stands by six flag boxes that were donated to the Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 862…
Recent Deaths 07/08/24
Leonard E. “Frenchie” Avoy, 79, of Franklin, passed away Saturday, July 6, 2024. Mary J. “Tip” Hargenrader Lutz, age 83, of Marble, passed away on…
Pet of the Day 07/06/24
Meet Harriet Harriet is an absolutely beautiful Torbie. She has a light gray coat, with a huge white cravat under her chin and beautiful dilute…
Police have suspect in death of Sharon teen
Mercer state police have identified DaShawn Watkins, a 29-year-old Sharon resident, as a suspect in the homicide of 14-year-old Paul A. Likens Jr., whose dismembered…
OC Catholic pastor celebrating last Masses here this weekend
The Rev. John L. Miller will celebrate his final Masses as pastor of St. Joseph Parish in Oil City today and Sunday before moving to…
Smoked Gouda and Roasted Red Pepper Grilled Cheese
Grilled cheese is an ideal comfort food. It’s crispy, buttery and full of warm and gooey cheese. Many people grow up enjoying grilled cheese as…
Students honored by Franklin CDA chapter
Several students were recognized at a recent picnic for their winning entries in an education contest sponsored by Catholic Daughters of the Americas Court St….
Recent Deaths 07/06/24
Donald John Biondi, 72, of Franklin, passed away on July 4, 2024. For complete obituaries, pick up a copy of The Derrick for this…
Pet of the Day 07/05/24
Meet Maggie! Miss Maggie recently came to us because she wasn’t a good fit for the family that had her. She is super friendly and…
Wenner wants number of police hours increased
Police Chief Bob Wenner has requested an additional 30 hours per week for his force, bringing the total to 190 hours. Wenner cited the current…
Grilled Diver Scallops and Fall Vegetable Shish Kababs with Hazelnut Brown Butter
Grilling is a passion shared by millions of people across the globe. For some, there’s simply no better way to prepare meals in summertime than…
Allegheny Gnar prepares second race
Allegheny Gnar is hosting the second race in the USA Cycling Downhill State Championship Series in President from today through Sunday. The event features three…
Community Playhouse to present ‘Almost Maine’
Community Playhouse Inc. will present the play “Almost Maine” at 7:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, July 12-13, at the Oil City Moose Lodge. Tickets…
Pet of the Day 07/03/24
Meet Violet Violet is gentle and friendly and is the cat “most likely to groom the other cats”. She is from a feral colony and…
Job fair planned at SCI Forest prison
The Pennsylvania Department of Corrections will hold a job fair on Thursday, July 11, from 3 to 7 p.m. at SCI Forest state prison in…
Cochranton fair music acts, parade details announced
The Cochranton Community Fair, set for August 6-10, will have a soft opening on August 5 due to a high number of performers. The entertainment…