OC junior Buzard honored as McMahon award recipient
Brayden Buzard, an Oil City High School junior, has been awarded the annual Cole McMahon “Heart of Gold” Memorial Award, which honors a student who…
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Police seek burglary suspect
Franklin state police are asking the public for its help in identifying a suspect in a burglary that occurred at about 1:30 a.m. on Friday…
Lane closures planned on Tippecanoe Road, I-80
Lane closures will start next week on Tippecanoe Road and Interstate 80 in support of the I-80 Canoe Creek bridges project in Clarion County. Right…
People’s Choice winner
Clarion resident Frank Randy Bouch’s mixed-media piece “The Life of a Bee” was the winner of the People’s Choice Award in the pollinator category during…
Oil Country Bluegrass Festival is March 1
The Court Appointed Special Advocates of Venango County and the Oil City Arts Council are hosting the 16th annual Oil Country Bluegrass Festival on March…
Recent Deaths 02/15/25
Ronald “Ron” William Smith, 64, of New York City, formerly of Clarion, passed away on Monday, Feb. 10, 2025. Peggy A. Dulaney, 70, of Franklin,…
Pet of the Day 02/14/25
Meet Victoria! Victoria is a feisty girl looking for a forever home to call her own. She is very independent, but she does enjoy affection…
Venango Technology Center students shine at SkillsUSA event
Students from Venango Technology Center won 29 medals at the SkillsUSA District 10 competition last month across various technical and trade categories. Gold medalists included…
Pleasantville man accused of sexually assaulting minor
A 26-year-old Pleasantville man, Steven T. Cross, is facing multiple felony charges for allegedly sexually assaulting a minor relative on three occasions between October and…
Recent Deaths 02/14/25
Allen Lee Woodcock, 56, of Cooperstown, passed away on February 12, 2025. Theodore J. “Ted” Kubiak, 85, of Titusville, passed away on Monday, February 10,…
Pet of the Day 02/13/25
Meet Fire Kitty! Fire Kitty survived a house fire and than was abandoned. She is a sweet little girl that would love to live in…
Community Playhouse to present Honky Tonk
Community Playhouse, Inc. will present its annual Honky Tonk show, Bringing Back Broadway, on Feb. 21-23 at Moose Lodge 78 in Oil City. Directed by…
Stoneboro author publishes first novel
During the COVID-19 lockdown, Jonathan Haag, 33, of Stoneboro, found inspiration to write his first novel, All of It, a grim-dark post-apocalyptic story exploring hope…
Clarion Kindness Project benefits from pageant
The Miss Sligo Valentine 2025 pageant, held at the Sligo Area Recreation Center, featured 21 contestants aged 3 to 13 who collected 1,119 personal care…
Shippenville man accused of homicide by vehicle
David Smith, 65, of Shippenville, faces multiple charges, including homicide by vehicle while DUI, after allegedly causing a fatal crash on December 14, 2024, in…
Recent Deaths 02/13/25
Jacqueline Jane Bobal, 62, of Bel Air, Maryland, passed away February 8, 2025. Robert George Hile Jr., 63, of Six Points, passed away on February…
Pet of the Day 02/12/25
Meet Nellie! Nellie was born in April of 2024. She is very sweet, loves back scratches, and circles around and around and around and around…
Pruning Apples and Pears in Home Fruit
Generally, fruit trees are pruned to develop a desired tree shape, to improve fruit quality, and to improve air circulation within the tree, which will…
Forest students getting opportunity to earn college credits
Juniors and seniors at West Forest and East Forest high schools can earn dual enrollment college credits through the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford’s College…
Concerns over costs and completion times surround ongoing Clarion County Courthouse project
At a Clarion County commissioners’ meeting, concerns were raised about the courthouse renovation project’s timeline and budget, with officials acknowledging potential delays and a six-figure…
Recent Deaths 02/12/25
Kelly Jo Witherup-Turner, 56, of Chino Valley, Arizona, formerly of Franklin, passed away February 5, 2025. Timothy M. Rudisille, 61, of Oil City, passed away…
Pet of the Day 02/11/25
Meet Remmi! Hello everyone! My name is Remmi, I am a very affectionate, friendly and loyal dog. I am an adult dog, but I have…
Nature Art Showcase People’s Choice Award winners announced
The ninth annual Nature Art Showcase and Sale at the Barrow-Civic Theatre in Franklin featured over 140 original artworks from 76 artists, with a special…
Oil City police: Girl was not in danger of being abducted
The attempted abduction of a young girl in Oil City that was reported Thursday has been now ruled a false alarm, according to a Monday…
Franklin Elks Hoop Shoot winners
The winners of the annual Franklin Elks Lodge #110’s Hoop Shoot Free Throw Contest, this year held Jan. 11 in the Franklin High School gym,…
The Bus Brothers to perform at Billy’s has Karma
The Bus Brothers, made up of Joe Thompson and Nathaniel Licht, will perform at the Billy’s has Karma concert series from 7 to 9 p.m….
Recent Deaths 02/11/25
Joy A. Maybray, 77, of Springville, passed away Sunday, February 9, 2025. Maureen L. Sumner, 89, of Oil City, passed away February 8, 2025. Peggy…
Pet of the Day 02/10/25
Meet Jack! Jack is a shy guy. He would be the perfect companion for a single person, looking for their first pet. You can visit…
Nifty at 90: Franklin woman known in many clubs
Patricia D. Wirth of Oil City is celebrating her 90th birthday today. Born in Mount Pleasant and raised in Sharpsburg, she later settled in Franklin,…
Explosion at Saegertown industrial plant injures 9
A fire followed by an explosion at Parker Lord Corporation in Saegertown injured five firefighters and four employees on Sunday morning. The cause of the…
Recent Deaths 02/10/25
Sherry A. Clinger, 49, of Strattanville, passed away early Thursday morning, February 6, 2025. Robert “Bob” James Rodibaugh Jr., 65, of Cranberry, passed away on…
Pet of the Day 02/08/25
Meet Flannel! Flannel was born in May of 2024 and came to the shelter with her siblings, Jacket, Sweater & Cardigan. She is very sweet,…
Stories in Motion: The Power of Seeing Progress
By Selina Pedi-Smith January was all about setting the stage – laying the groundwork for the stories we want to tell, the projects we want…
Recent Deaths 02/08/25
Janis M. Millu, 72, of Titusville, died Monday, February 3, 2025. Donna G. Mays, 87, of Franklin, passed away on February 5, 2025. For…
Pet of the Day 02/07/25
Meet Olga! Looking for a new fur baby? Look no further than Olga! This young female pup is loving, playful, and great with other dogs….
Oil Valley Film Festival winners announced
The 2024 Oil Valley Film Festival, held online from Dec. 20 to Jan. 2, showcased 24 films from nine countries in competitive categories for narrative…
Police search for suspect in child-abduction attempt
A Seventh Street Elementary student in Oil City escaped an attempted abduction Thursday morning near East Seventh Street and Central Avenue. The suspect, described as…
Recent Deaths 02/07/25
Amy Jeffries, 52, of Oil City, formerly of Buffalo, NY, passed away on Friday, January 31, 2025. JoMarie Cramer, 57, of Franklin, passed away on…
Pet of the Day 02/06/25
Meet Jeb! Don’t let the missing eye scare you away. Jeb doesn’t even notice it is gone. He is a great boy that loves attention….
Student-run business heads to Washington
Lion Manufacturing, a student-run enterprise at Clarion-Limestone High School, has been invited to Capitol Hill Manufacturing Day in Washington, D.C., by the Northwest Industrial Resources…
Recent Deaths 02/06/24
Richard Lee Irwin Jr., of Clarion, passed away on February 5, 2025. Susan E. Layden, 64, of Boyers, formerly of Franklin, passed away on Tuesday,…
Pet of the Day 02/05/25
Meet Nora! Nora was born in April of 2024 and is still a bit shy about being petted. She is easily lured with Churros or…
Clarion Chamber to hold Women in Business Expo
The Clarion Chamber of Business and Industry will host its annual Women in Business Expo from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, March 13, at the…
Students receive Walker Award
Cranberry Area School District students (center, from left) Leighton Anderson, Jackson Flinchbaugh and Elliana Cotherman each were honored with the Larry Walker SEI (Service, Effort…
Crop Rotation for the Home Vegetable Garden
Rotating crops in your garden is essential to prevent pests, diseases, and nutrient depletion, ensuring healthier plants and better harvests. Updated: January 27, 2025…
Recent Deaths 02/05/25
Janis M. Millu, of Titusville, passed away Monday, February 3, 2025. Carol J. Baum, 64, of Oil City, passed away February 3, 2025. Gerald R….
Pet of the Day 02/04/25
Meet Benny! Meet Benny! This friendly and affectionate young guy loves to be the center of attention, therefore he would do best as the only…
Bridge Builders joins launch of PA Giving Pledge
Bridge Builders Community Foundations has partnered with 40 other Pennsylvania community foundations to launch the PA Giving Pledge, encouraging residents to leave at least 5%…
Mason Levi to perform at Billy’s has Karma
Mason Levi, an acoustic artist from Titusville, will play at the Billy’s has Karma concert series from 7 to 9 p.m. on Thursday. There is…
Recent Deaths 02/04/25
Jeri L. Mrozek, 72, of Tionesta, died Sunday evening, February 2, 2025. Margaret Eileen Smith, 73, of Olean, NY, passed away on Sunday, February 2,…