Couple charged in connection with motor home theft
A Seneca couple, Alexandra Benel and Robert Rumburd, were arrested Thursday night after being caught driving a stolen motor home. State police stopped them on…
2024
Oil City Uncorked fall wine walk scheduled Sept. 20
Tickets are now available for the Oil City Uncorked fall wine walk, happening Friday, Sept. 20, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. in downtown Oil City….
Oil Region tourism award winners announced
The Oil Region Alliance of Business, Industry & Tourism has announced the winners of its fourth annual Oil Region tourism awards. The winners are: Best…
Recent Deaths 09/07/24
William J. “Bill” Muldoon, 76, of Oil City, died early Friday morning, September 6, 2024. Russell Eugene McClellan, 66, of Oil City, passed away on…
Opera singer De Palma to be featured Sunday at DeBence
Internationally-known bass-baritone opera singer Dr. Samuel De Palma will perform a free concert at DeBence Antique Music World in Franklin this Sunday as part of…
Bright Futures Fall Fest
On September 28th, from 4–8 pm, join us for an exciting event in Sandycreek Township, where we’re blending fun, community, and innovation! The Pellere Foundation…
Pet of the Day 09/06/24
Meet Seal! Seal is a Russian Blue that was used by a cat breeder. When her owner was unable to keep her, she came to…
NPRC signs transfer agreement with Pitt-Bradford
Northern Pennsylvania Regional College (NPRC) and the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford (Pitt-Bradford) have signed a guaranteed transfer agreement allowing NPRC students in three associate…
Two area women charged in drug bust
Two women, Virginia Knox of Titusville and Seippel of Franklin, have been charged after state police observed a drug transaction involving seven ounces of cocaine….
Farm to Fork event scheduled in Titusville
Titusville Renaissance, Inc. will hold its annual Farm to Fork event, which celebrates the harvest of the Titusville Open Air Market, from 6 to 9…
Man accused of assaulting trooper held for court
A Titusville man, Kenneth Amon, 60, was held for court in Venango County after being accused of assaulting a state police trooper. The incident occurred…
Rimersburg girl, 5, raises about $1,200 for cat spay effort
Five-year-old Kessa Brown from Rimersburg was crowned charity queen at the 2024 Miss Purr-fect Sligo Pageant, held at the Sligo Recreational Center. The pageant aimed…
Cross and Co. Boutique, Magna Therapy moving to new location
Construction is underway for a new location of Cross and Co. Boutique in Seneca, with plans to move by the end of September. The boutique,…
Police investigating skeletal remains found in Cornplanter
Skeletal remains were discovered Monday evening in a wooded area of Colonial Village in Hasson Heights, Venango County. Most of the skeleton was intact, and…
Recent Deaths 09/06/24
Brigette “Bee” Dianne Matson, 47, of Brookville, passed away on Tuesday, September 3, 2024. Lottie J. Wujcik, 95, a resident of Southwoods in Titusville, died…
Pet of the Day 09/05/24
Meet Pyra! Pyra is a young mom whose babies are now weaned and now she’s ready for her forever home. She is friendly, outgoing, and…
Construction begins on Yellow Hammer broadband tower in Forest County
Construction has begun on a long-awaited broadband tower in the Yellow Hammer community of Forest County, aimed at improving internet access and serving as a…
PennDOT invites public comment on EV charging station proposal
PennDOT is seeking public feedback on its proposal to expand electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure across Pennsylvania. A survey is open on the PennDOT website…
Cemetery tour to showcase those that were ‘the backbone of the town’
The Heritage Society of Oil City will host its annual Grove Hill Cemetery walking tour this Saturday, offering a historical look at notable figures from…
Recent Deaths 09/05/24
Maxine Hartle, 94, of Sligo, passed away on Wednesday, September 4, 2024. William “Bill” Larry Stewart, age 86, formerly of Parker, passed away on Thursday,…
Pet of the Day 09/04/24
Meet Bailey! Hi there, I’m Bailey! I am a female adult dog with lots of love to give. I am very athletic and strong, but…
Man faces charges after crashing car while attempting to evade police
A 61-year-old Pittsburgh man, John Vorous, is facing multiple charges after a high-speed chase with police in Emlenton. Vorous initially stopped for a state trooper…
Cranberry Class of 1964 holds reunion
The Cranberry High School Class of 1964 celebrated their 60-year reunion on Aug. 17 at the Belles Lettres Club in Oil City. Those in attendance…
Recent Deaths 09/04/24
James Philip Blum, 83, of Greer, SC, formerly of Seneca, passed away September 1, 2024. Blaine August Hurrelbrink, 75, of North Carolina, formerly of Pennsylvania,…
Sweet Potatoes, a Winning Vine for Your Garden
Though not as commonly grown as white potatoes, sweet potatoes are easy to grow in much of Pennsylvania. Why not give growing sweet potatoes a…
Pet of the Day 09/03/24
Meet Forest & Asher! Meet Forest & Asher, the gorgeous bonded pair! These two polydactyls (that’s right, they have extra toes!) recently came back to…
Cantimpalitos (Grilled Mini Chorizos with Potato Purée)
Each year, beginning on September 15 and extending to October 15, communities across the country celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month. The United States has benefitted…
Recent Deaths 09/03/24
Barbara Jane Dewyer, 91, of Knox, passed away on Saturday, August 31, 2024. Marlene Faye Walker, 72, of Stoneboro, passed away Saturday, August 31, 2024….
Pleasantville man accused of attempted homicide held for court
Anthony Martinez Young, 31, of Pleasantville, has been held for court on charges including attempted homicide and aggravated assault in connection with a May 1…
Pet of the Day 08/31/24
Meet Chance! Hi there! I’m Chance, a friendly, playful, and affectionate adult dog. I love spending my days lounging on the couch, but I also…
Oil City woman charged with aggravated assault
An Oil City woman, Rachael Renee Knight, 36, is facing multiple charges, including eight counts of aggravated assault, after causing a disturbance in Cranberry Township….
Recent Deaths 08/31/24
LeRoy E. “Spark” Armagost, 85, of Lucinda, passed away on Wednesday, August 28, 2024. Ralph Eugene Kapp, 91, a resident of Knox, passed away Friday…
What is a Microgrid and Why Does It Matter?
If you’ve heard us talk about the exciting new LEAP grant project coming to Venango County, you’ve probably heard us say that a microgrid is…
Pet of the Day 08/30/24
Meet Silver! Silver was used by a breeder and was recently neutered. He is looking for a home with Bengal experience, he would like to…
Farrell man sentenced in drug trafficking case
Quinton Pinkins, a 39-year-old resident of Farrell, has been sentenced to nearly 20 years in federal prison for leading a drug trafficking operation in Mercer…
Court activity ongoing in former teacher’s suit against Franklin district
Marcy Brown, a former teacher at Franklin High School, has filed a lawsuit against the Franklin School District and three administrators, alleging age discrimination, a…
Recent Deaths 08/30/24
Georgia (Linnan) Watkins, 86, formerly of Elkland and more recently of Addison, NY, passed away on August 25, 2024. Carolyn L. Lineman, 83, of Ahrensville,…
Franklin board approves items related to start of school year
The Franklin School Board approved several key items for the 2024-25 school year, including revisions to student handbooks and funding for a preschool program in…
Pet of the Day 08/29/24
Meet George! Hello, George here! I’m a young, male dog with lots of energy and love to give. I’m an affectionate, friendly, and playful dog,…
Ronnie Beith tribute concert tonight will wrap up music series
A tribute concert for Ronnie Beith will be held tonight at 7 p.m. in Franklin’s Bandstand Park, closing out the Franklin Fine Arts Council’s summer…
Recent Deaths 08/29/24
Reva K. McClellan, 90, of Oil City, passed away Tuesday, August 27, 2024. Shirley Lucille Blauser Pearce, 89, of Oneida Valley Rd., Emlenton, Allegheny Twp.,…
Can I harvest garden vegetables after a frost?
You can delay your garden harvest of some root crops and greens until after a frost and still have a bountiful harvest. As fall begins,…
Pet of the Day 08/28/24
Meet Amaretto! Amaretto is a little bit shy at first, then she loves to be loved. She has beautiful markings, super-soft fur and the sweetest…
Man facing charges for attacking 3 nurses at UPMC Northwest
An Oil City man, Robert Beggs, 67, is facing charges after allegedly assaulting three nurses at the UPMC Northwest emergency room. The incident occurred around…
Fertigs Old Home Day celebration set Monday
The Fertigs Community Center’s annual Labor Day event, Old Home Day, is returning on Monday with a full day of activities starting at 11 a.m….
Oil City milling work underway
Oil City has started its 2024 street paving program, beginning with milling on several streets, including Lincoln, Reed, West Fourth, West Front, and Smedley. The…
Recent Deaths 08/28/24
Stella V. “Snook” Siverling, 85, of Seneca, passed away Monday afternoon, August 26, 2024. Alice Marie Weingard, 83, formerly of Guitonville, passed away on Friday,…
Pet of the Day 08/27/24
Meet Carrie! 6 puppies were surrendered to Precious Paws from a local Amish Farm, and Carrie is one of them! The mom is a Golden…
Man accused of assaulting 2 OC firefighters
A man from Oil City, Thomas Butryn, 54, is facing charges after allegedly attacking two firefighters who were responding to a call about his seizures…
Recent Deaths 08/27/24
Don A. Slagle Sr., 91, of Titusville, passed away on Saturday, August 24, 2024. Myrtle M. Skiba, 90, of Mayville, NY, passed away on Sunday,…