The Work of Change: Progress, Possibility, and What Comes Next
Byline: Selina Pedi-Smith with Isaias Gomez, Pellere Foundation When you’re deep in the cleanup of a long-neglected house, you learn to see progress in…
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Pet of the Day 01/09/25
Meet Porkchop! Porkchop was a stray found at a trailer park. He was born in July of 2024, and has black fur with a faint…
Recent Deaths 01/09/25
Virginia Ann Crooks Gemmell, 76, of Clarion, passed away on January 6, 2025. Gerre N. Slaughtenhoupt, 93, of Sligo, formerly of Parker, passed away on…
Starting Plants Indoors from Seed
Introduction Gardeners can grow most annuals, biennials, and many herbaceous perennials from seed. Sowing seed is less expensive than buying established plants and requires little…
Pet of the Day 01/08/25
Meet Spike! Spike is a loving and curious male dog who is in need of a special home. Spike is not good with other dogs…
Titusville post office officially renamed after Edwin Drake
President Joe Biden has signed legislation to rename the Titusville U.S. Post Office after Edwin L. Drake, the pioneer of the American oil industry. Spearheaded…
Nifty at 90: Air Force retiree had earlier caught interest of MLB teams
Edward T. Winger, a Venango County native now living in Texas, celebrates his 90th birthday today, marking him as the oldest living member of the…
USDA Forest Service upcoming closures
The USDA Forest Service announced that the Allegheny National Forest Offices will be closed on Monday, Jan. 20 in observance of the federal holiday of…
Recent Deaths 01/08/25
Robert Edward Zacherl, 81, of Marble, passed away on January 6, 2025. Ruth Wilma (Rosa) Schurr, 91, of Fisher, passed away on December 27, 2024….
Pet of the Day 01/07/25
Meet Irina! Irina was born in August of 2021. She is a beautiful brown tabby with lots and lots of white in her fur and…
4-H Teen Council holds Winter Formal in memory of Franklin student
Venango 4-H Teen Council recently hosted their annual Winter Formal in memory of Maddie Johnson, a Teen Council Member and friend. Johnson, a Franklin High…
Pipe Dreams to perform at Billy’s has Karma
Pipe Dreams, the area’s only “West Coast sound” band featuring adult contemporary rock from the 1970s and 80s, will perform at the Billy’s has Karma…
State offering Parent Pathways grants for higher education
The Shapiro administration is offering over $1.6 million in Parent Pathways grants to Pennsylvania post-secondary institutions to support parenting students with tuition assistance, emergency funding,…
Recent Deaths 01/07/25
Judy Wingard, 84, of Shippenville, passed away on Sunday, January 5, 2025. Barry Donald McClain, 63, of Franklin, passed away on December 31, 2024. …
Pet of the Day 01/06/25
Meet Minx! Meet Minx! He takes a bit longer to warm up to new people and surroundings, but once he does he is a sweet…
Mercer County shooting leaves one dead
A 36-year-old Farrell man, Anthony Edward Lewis Jr., was fatally shot on Saturday in the 500 block of Beechwood Avenue, Mercer County Coroner John A….
Recent deaths 01/06/2025
George Robert Teeter, 97, of Oil City, passed away Saturday morning, January 4, 2025. William Robert Todd, 75, of Oil City, passed away Friday, January…
Pet of the Day 01/04/25
Meet Panda! Panda was born in July of 2020. She came to us from a feral colony with her 2 daughters (Snarky & Cross), looking…
State police open hiring cycles for cadets, liquor enforcement officer trainees
The Pennsylvania State Police is accepting applications for cadet and liquor enforcement officer trainee positions. Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED and…
Nifty at 90: Polk area man going strong at 90
Homer H. Page, a lifelong resident of Polk, is celebrating his 90th birthday on January 5, 2025. Born in Pittsburgh in 1935, Homer served in…
Recent Deaths 01/04/25
Bonnie Lynn Cassatt, 73, of Jacksonville, NC, formerly of Oil City, passed away December 31, 2024. Betty Lorraine Eisenman, 89, formerly of President Village, passed…
Pet of the Day 01/03/25
Meet Charlotte! Charlotte is an adorable female dog who is full of energy and love. She is smart, playful and affectionate, and is very friendly…
Recent Deaths 01/03/25
Timothy E. “Tim” Russell, 70, of St. Petersburg, passed away Wednesday, January 1, 2025. Harold Hartle, 90, of Sligo, passed away on Wednesday, January 1,…
Pet of the Day 01/02/25
Meet Elecktra! Elecktra was born in April of 2024. She is an adorable torti with striking golden eyes and the cutest markings. She was very…
PennDOT internships, summer work available
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation will host an open house recruiting event from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Jan. 9 at the District 10 office,…
Car crashes into Franklin business
A car crashed into Hometown Taxes, Bookkeeping and Health Insurance on Liberty Street in Franklin at about 3:10 p.m. Tuesday, according to Venango County 911….
Recent Deaths 01/02/25
Charles F. Foust Jr., 75, of Girard, Ohio, and Venus, passed away on Friday, December 27, 2024. Bernadette A. “Bernie” Huefner, 88, of Franklin, passed…
Pet of the Day 12/31/24
Meet Grayson! Meet Grayson! This shy boy is looking for a quiet home to call his own. Grayson is very friendly and affectionate once he…
Recent Deaths 12/31/24
Harold B. Erich, 71, of Franklin, passed away December 29, 2024. Jack E. Adams Sr., 92, of Franklin, passed away December 29, 2024. John Edward…
Pet of the Day 12/30/24
Meet Logan! Logan was born in April of 2024. He is a beautiful Classic Gray Tabby with a sweet disposition. He is still pretty shy,…
Recent Deaths 12/30/24
Matthew Allen Sires, 37, of Franklin, passed away on December 27, 2024. Traci Renee Moon, 56, of Franklin, passed away on December 29, 2024. Paulette…
Pet of the Day 12/28/24
Meet Mallie and Chubbers! Consider adopting Mallie and Chubbers, a loyal senior bonded pair. They are friendly pups looking for a cozy home where they…
Nifty at 90: Franklin man known for work ethic, love of sports
William L. “Bud” Flickner of Franklin celebrates his 90th birthday today. Born in 1934, Bud has had a life filled with family, hard work, and…
Recent Deaths 12/28/24
The Reverend Doctor Donald Leroy Mitchell Jr., 90, passed away December 21, 2024. Charles “Bob” Robert Steetle II, 93, of Utica, passed away on December…
Pet of the Day 12/27/24
Meet Posie! Posie is a beautiful girl born in May of 2023. She is a dilute Torti with lovely green eyes. She is quiet but…
Santa’s sleigh craft raises funds to aid veterans
Joan Kriebel and her sister, Jayne Daugherty, craft and sell candy sleighs to support homeless veterans in Clarion County, raising $2,500 in 2024 for Community…
Recent Deaths 12/27/24
Betty jo McMillen, 91, of Knox, passed away on Wednesday, December 25, 2024. Charles K. Ferris, 87, of Emlenton, Chestnut Ridge, Richland Twp., Clarion County,…
Pet of the Day 12/26/24
Meet Sylvester! Sylvester is very shy. He likes his own space and needs time to warm up to new people and a new environment. Once…
Franklin Floral expansion plans bloom
Franklin Floral Designs and More, owned by Lindsey Dechant, recently opened at 309 13th St. in Franklin, offering floral arrangements, tuxedo rentals, and a gift…
Recent Deaths 12/26/24
Cynthia Mae Bills-Mong, 58, of Oil City, passed away in December 2024. For complete obituaries, pick up a copy of The Derrick for this…
Pet of the Day 12/24/25
Meet Pretzel! Pretzel was born in March of 2021, with 2 brothers, Popcorn & Potato Chip. He was adopted as a kitten and was recently…
Poinsettia and Christmas Cactus Care
This article gives advice for prolonging the life and blooms of two popular winter holiday houseplants. In order to care for indoor winter holiday…
Techiez Tech Consulting opens in downtown Franklin
Techiez Tech Consulting, owned by Zachary Dolby, has opened a storefront in Franklin on 13th Street, offering electronics repairs for devices like phones and computers,…
Recent Deaths 12/24/24
Anna Wolbert, 88, residing in Castalia, passed away Friday afternoon, December 20, 2024. Arlene R. Rodgers, 94, of Seneca, passed away Monday morning, December 23,…
Pet of the Day 12/23/24
Meet Goshen! Looking for a new furry friend? Look no further than Goshen! This handsome boy is affectionate, playful, and friendly – and he’s got…
Recent Deaths 12/23/24
Bruce R. “Ray” Bish, 92, of Marienville, died Friday, December 20, 2024. Edwin A. Wagner, 87, of Tionesta, passed away on Sunday, December 22, 2024….
Pet of the Day 12/21/24
Meet Quip! Quip was born in April of 2022. He is a large, beautiful white and gray Tabby with lovely green eyes. He was found…
State files lawsuit against alleged Florida-based scammers
Pennsylvania Attorney General Michelle Henry has sued Florida-based PA Corporate Certificates, LLC, and its owners for allegedly scamming over 1,000 business owners by impersonating the…
Recent Deaths 12/21/24
Theodore J. Schillinger, 72, of Oil City, passed away December 17, 2024. For complete obituaries, pick up a copy of The Derrick for this…
Pet of the Day 12/20/24
Meet Simba! Simba is a sweet boy looking for his forever home. He can be a bit shy at first until he has time to…