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…
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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,…
Pet of the Day 08/26/24
Meet Aries! Meet Aries- the gorgeous 5 year old mini panther who is on a mission to find a new address! Aries is a sweet…
Hone weakens to tropical storm while sweeping past Hawaii, dumping enough rain to ease wildfire fears
HONOLULU (AP) — Hone passed south of Hawaii and weakened from a hurricane to a tropical storm on Sunday, dumping so much rain that the…
Spicy Soy Chicken Wings
Slow cook some spicy wings for the big game! The games garner the bulk of fans’ attention when football season kicks off each year at…
Recent Deaths 08/26/24
Mary C Myers, 79, of Oil City, passed away on Tuesday, August 13, 2024. Ronald L. Schell, 72, of Utica, passed away on August 23,…
Pet of the Day 08/24/24
Meet Gilmore! Gilmore was brought to us recently by the dog warden. He had some wounds which were treated. He is the best boy! Gilmore…
DeBence releases concert schedule
The DeBence Antique Music World has announced its summer/fall 2024 concert series, featuring a variety of free performances supported by the Phillips Trust. The events…
Recent Deaths 08/24/24
Joseph R. Ewing Sr., 77, of Lucinda, died Thursday, August 22, 2024. Suzanne (Suzi) Sandrock Siegel, 76, a resident of Shippenville Healthcare and Rehab and…
Agrivoltaics, what’s that?
Whenever solar comes up in conversation, something that I often hear is the concern about putting solar arrays on land that could be used for…
Pet of the Day 08/23/24
Meet Nelson! Nelson was found with a major injury that required his tail to be amputated but he doesn’t mind at all. This boy is…
Nifty at 90: Oil City woman loves baking, knitting, crocheting
The article celebrates Janet Wice of Oil City, who was born on August 23, 1934, in Wild Cat Hollow and is turning 90 years old….
Welcome Weekend begins at PennWest Clarion
PennWest Clarion’s Welcome Weekend 2024 kicks off today and runs through Sunday, featuring a mix of new and returning events for students and families. The…
Recent Deaths 08/23/24
Brian J. Jenkins, 81, of Oil City, passed away Wednesday August 21, 2024. Arthur John Slocum, 92, of Franklin, passed away on August 21, 2024…
Pet of the Day 08/22/24
Meet Lola! Lola is a friendly and loyal female dog who is quiet and gentle. Lola was brought back to us because her owner was…
Four men charged in I-80 drug bust
Four men, three from Philadelphia and one from Butler, were arrested after a traffic stop on I-80 in Scrubgrass Township led to the discovery of…
Justus Park drainage project in full swing
Crews in Oil City’s Justus Park are working on a $120,000 drainage improvement project set to finish by early September. The park, originally built 50…
Recent Deaths 08/22/24
Donald Courtney McGinnis Jr., 66, of Brighton, Michigan, formerly of Oil City, passed away August 20, 2024. Margo Marie (Alvey) Mason, 85, of Brookville, passed…