Pittsfield craft festival sure to delight all ages
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…
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$120 million available for school safety and mental health support
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…
Franklin to offer cyber option for upcoming school year
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…
Venango Regional Recreation Center survey is posted
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….
Sugarcreek’s cost toward EMS radio upgrade rises
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…
Recent Deaths 08/09/24
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,…
Pet of the Day 08/08/24
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…
OC bridge to reopen in next couple weeks
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…
Residents address Franklin council on parking, noise ordinance
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…
Blueberry Zucchini Bread
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…
Recent Deaths 08/08/24
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…
Pet of the Day 08/07/24
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….
Nifty at 90: OC man loves family, country, community
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…
Drake Day’s popular circus event to return Sunday
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…
3 Pathways runaways still on loose; fourth was located Monday
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….
D-Day fighter among attractions at Wings and Wheels Saturday
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…
Growing Asparagus in the Home Garden
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…
Recent Deaths 08/07/24
Anthony J. Emanuele, Jr., 87, of Cherrytree Township, Titusville, died August 3, 2024. Patrick M. Skibinski, 85, of Marienville, died August 5, 2024. Eileen Clarke,…
Pet of the Day 08/06/24
Meet Calliope! Calliope is a sweet and affectionate young dog who is athletic and thrives on outdoor adventures. She is loyal, curious, and playful, and…
4 male teens on the loose after fleeing from Pathways
Oil City police are searching for four male teenagers, described as African Americans, between the ages of 15 and 17, who escaped from Pathways Adolescent…
Hospital Foundation to host physician-led walks
The Northwest Hospital Foundation is hosting a free, physician-led walking group along the UPMC Northwest walking trail from August to October. Each month, a UPMC…
Titusville woman accused of credit card fraud
A Titusville woman, Buffey McIntyre, 53, is facing charges for fraudulently using another woman’s credit card to make 81 transactions totaling $5,864 between November 2023…
Carroll named FICDA outreach coordinator
The city of Franklin and the Franklin Industrial & Commercial Development Authority have appointed Jess Carroll as the new business outreach coordinator. Carroll, a Franklin…
OC man facing aggravated assault, restraint charges
An Oil City man, Marcus Scurry, 35, faces charges after attacking a woman early Sunday. According to a criminal complaint, police responded around 2:15 a.m….
Franklin city hall work to cause relocation of staff, meetings
Franklin City Council’s Monday meeting was relocated to Suite 204 of the Franklin Professional Building due to a $1.2 million renovation project at city hall…
Recent Deaths 08/06/24
Karen Sue Pettit Hart, 55, of Florida, formerly of Oil City, died December 16, 2023. Ada Lou Silverberg passed away On Friday, August 2, 2024….
Drug kingpin who fled area returns after being captured by U.S. Marshals
Michael Daniels Jr., a 43-year-old man from Sugarcreek Borough, was captured by U.S. Marshals in Detroit, Michigan, after fleeing the state. Daniels, accused of being…
Pet of the Day 08/05/24
Meet Geppetto! Geppetto is a little shy when he meets new people but once he knows you, he loves to snuggle up and sleep with…
Clarion Summer Fest organizers keep bright spirits despite rain
The final installment of the 2024 Clarion Summer Fest began with sunny weather on Friday but ended with heavy rain on Saturday afternoon. Despite the…
Fresh Peach Crumble Bars
These dessert bars are peachy keen! Summer is a time of year when people can enjoy their pick of fresh fruit at farm stands,…
Recent Deaths 08/05/24
Louise Elizabeth Nesta, 96, of Knox, passed away Friday afternoon, August 2, 2024. Carole Alyce McCarthy, 85, of Dallas, TX, formerly of Oil City, passed…
Nifty at 90: Leeper woman stays active, adventurous
Marie P. Cyphert of Leeper is celebrating her 90th birthday on August 4. Born in 1934 in Lucinda, she was the youngest of six siblings…
Pet of the Day 08/03/24
Meet Kamileon! Kamileon is a really loving cat that loves to get lots of attention. Friendly and affectionate and always ready for a scratch behind…
Orientation, registration set in OC School District
The Oil City School District has announced its orientation and registration dates. Kindergarten orientations will be held at Hasson Heights Elementary on August 20 and…
PennDOT highway manager appointed for Forest, Warren
Ryan Wescoat has been appointed as PennDOT’s highway maintenance manager for Warren and Forest counties in District 1. In this role, he will manage a…
Recent Deaths 08/03/24
Elizabeth (Bettie) Jean Brandon, 92, of McKinney, Texas, formerly of Franklin, passed away on July 5, 2024. Kathleen Stanley Morrison, 67, of Titusville, passed away…
Nifty at 90: Man knowledgeable about agriculture, livestock
Edward Metz is celebrating his 90th birthday today. Born on August 2, 1934, in Oil City, he later moved to Waterford and played football for…
Pet of the Day 08/02/24
Meet David! David is a sweet and affectionate 10-year-old senior dog looking for a loving home where he can live out his golden years. He…
Franklin Civic Operetta celebrates 65 years with dinner theatre show
The Franklin Civic Operetta Association celebrated its 65th anniversary with a dinner theatre event titled “A Taste of ‘70s Musicals — Dinner & a Show”…
Man accused of causing overdose death waives hearings
Shaundel Young, 48, of Franklin, waived preliminary hearings this week in Venango County Central Court for two drug-related cases. Young faces multiple charges, including drug…
Recent Deaths 08/02/24
Maria Lyn Temchulla, 40, of Punxsutawney, passed away on Tuesday, July 30, 2024. Janet Lee Spencer McIlvain, 87, of Franklin, passed away on July 31,…
Pet of the Day 08/01/24
Meet Amethyst! The last of our gemstone litter- Amethyst is a silly young female who is looking for a new home to grow and play…
Inmate held for court on jail vandalism charges
Sebastian Baker, a 17-year-old inmate at the Venango County jail, has been held for court on charges including a felony count of aggravated assault and…
National Fuel adjusts gas supply charges
National Fuel Gas Distribution Corp. (NFG) has submitted an annual adjustment to gas supply charges, effective today, which will increase the monthly bill for a…
Recent Deaths 08/01/24
Diane L. “Sue” Shreffler, age 71, of Snively’s Corners (Emlenton), passed away on Wednesday morning, July 31, 2024. Mary Lou Sullivan, 81, of Milford, passed…
Woman charged for failing to care for mother who was found dead
Shasta Vantassel, a 40-year-old woman from Tionesta, is facing neglect and endangerment charges after her elderly mother, Ruth Vantassel, was found dead in deplorable conditions…
Pet of the Day 07/31/24
Meet Gretel! Looking for a new furry friend? Look no further than Gretel! This young female pup is a bundle of energy and fun. She’s…
Clarion Class of 1954 holds reunion
The Clarion High School Class of 1954 held their 70-year reunion on July 12 at the Eagles pavilion. Members who attended are (from left, front…
DEP awards funds to improve power grid in rural areas
The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) awarded over $15 million in grants to enhance electric grid reliability and resilience for rural areas through the…
Valley Grove approves substitute pay rates for upcoming year
The Valley Grove School Board approved new pay rates for substitute teachers, setting the daily substitute rate at $140 and the building substitute rate at…