Franklin students participate in PMEA
Six Franklin students recently participated and competed in the Pennsylvania Music Educators Association (PMEA) Region 2 Chorus Festival at McDowell High School. Madolyn Williams and…
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Venango Symphony Orchestra to present concert
The Venango Symphony Orchestra will perform its next free concert at 3 p.m. Sunday in the Barrow-Civic Theatre. The musicians are from the local area…
Titusville students participate in PMEA
Several students from Titusville Area High School showcased their musical talents at the PMEA Region II Band and Chorus festivals, earning impressive placements and future…
Recent Deaths 03/26/25
Rachel F. Bair, 64, of Tionesta, died on Sunday, March 23, 2025. Keri R. Tenza, 66, of Erie, passed away on Sunday, March 23, 2025….
Pet of the Day 03/25/25
Meet Peanut! Meet Peanut! This young, adorable male dog is as sweet as can be. He’s an energetic little guy who loves to play, run…
Five generations of Slocum family
Five generations of the family of Lorraine Slocum, 90, of Franklin, recently gathered for a photo. Slocum is pictured with her son, Steve Slocum, 69,…
Franklin students win high honors in Elks statewide essay contest
Franklin School District sixth-graders Ariyanna Miller and Azalea Cable earned top honors in a statewide essay contest sponsored by the Pennsylvania Elks lodges on the…
FLEX Presents event set in April
The Venango Area Chamber of Commerce’s young professionals group, FLEX, will host its annual FLEX Presents event on April 24 at Forever Farm in Franklin….
Recent Deaths 03/25/25
Leon Andrew “Chappy” Eisenman, 92, formerly of President Village, passed away March 23, 2025. Harry R. Cairns Jr., 77, of Sligo, passed away on March…
Pet of the Day 03/24/25
Meet Tyson! Hi there, I’m Tyson! I’m a friendly and gentle boy who is looking for a loving forever home. Unfortunately, I am paralyzed in…
Women, kids learn personal safety
Around two dozen women and children attended a free self-defense training at Oil Region Venango Campus, led by Westover Protection and the Venango County Sheriff’s…
Recent Deaths 03/24/25
Priscilla J. McCandless, 71, of Nobleboro, Maine passed away on Sunday, March 16, 2025. Cambrie Lynn Priester, 16, of Kissinger Mills, Rimersburg, passed away on…
Pet of the Day 03/22/25
Meet Tazzy! Tazzy here! I’m a 9 year old senior boy with a lot of love left in me and a lot of hope for…
C-L Academic Decathlon team takes first for small schools
Clarion-Limestone High School’s Academic Decathlon team brought home the first-place plaque for small schools and placed fifth overall at the recent state competition near Philadelphia….
North Clarion Academic Decathlon team does well in state event
The North Clarion High School Academic Decathlon team placed third in the small schools category and 10th overall at the state competition, earning 18 medals…
Grove City Community Art Class hosts international ceramic artist
Renowned ceramic artist Ido Ferber is joining Grove City’s Community Art Class through April 11, thanks to the Grove City Community Foundation’s Jane Capron Promotion…
Closure of Tippecanoe Road delayed
There will be a one-day delay on the nearly three-week closure of Tippecanoe Road (Route 4005) as part of the ongoing Canoe Creek Bridge reconstruction…
Recent Deaths 03/22/25
Yvonne Marie Wagner, 77, of Cooperstown, passed away on Wednesday, March 19, 2025, Julia A. Sherlock, 83, of Oil City, passed away on Thursday, March…
Pet of the Day 03/21/25
Meet Romeo! Romeo recently came to us with some of his siblings. He is about 10 weeks old and is currently in a foster home….
Winners of American Legion essay contest announced
St. Stephen School student Dolcie Dawes (middle school) and Venango Technology Center student Zachary Carll (high school) are the winners of the 2025 American Legion…
FHS student wins local patriotic art contest
Franklin High School junior Calan Hollis created a two-dimensional artwork for the VFW’s Creative Patriotic Art Contest, and his entry was selected as the local…
DeBence Antique Music World free concert series
DeBence Antique Music World is set to host a free concert series for the 2025 season, featuring a diverse lineup of artists and genres from…
East Forest FCCLA donates Sparky costume to fire department
The East Forest Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) school group recently donated a Sparky costume to Marienville Volunteer Fire Company as part…
Oakwood Heights resident celebrates 100 years
Charlotte Tait of Oakwood Heights celebrated her 100th birthday, reflecting on a life filled with adventure, service, and family. Born in 1925 on Galiano Island,…
Recent Deaths 03/21/25
Heather Del Barger, 51, of Oil City, passed away on March 14, 2025. Craig S. Andrews, 70, of Franklin, passed away on Tuesday, March 18,…
Pet of the Day 03/20/25
Meet Hunter! Hunter is a loyal and funny dog with lots of love to give! He is a good boy who is affectionate, gentle, and…
Fly Fishing Film Tour returns to Franklin this weekend
The annual Fly Fishing Film Tour returns to Franklin on Saturday at a new venue, Trails to Ales II, due to scheduling conflicts at the…
Tippecanoe Road will close for Canoe Creek project
Tippecanoe Road (Route 4005) will be fully closed for about two weeks as part of the ongoing Canoe Creek Bridge reconstruction project in Clarion County….
Recent Deaths 03/20/25
Sandra Lynn McCullough, 78, of Linesville, passed away on Monday, March 17, 2025. Robert (Bob) Duane Heffernan, 84, of Washington, formerly of Franklin, passed away…
Pet of the Day 03/19/25
Meet Chip! Chip is a loyal and friendly adult dog. He is very people-oriented and is always up for a good snuggle and ear scratch….
Franklin High School Ceramics Club holds mug show
Franklin Area High School’s Ceramics Club held a nearly two-week mug show titled “Here Come the Mugs” at Iron Furnace in Franklin. The mug show’s…
Venango 4-Hers attend Ignite Conference
Five Venango County 4-H members recently attended the National 4-H Ignite Conference in Washington, D.C., after earning their spots through an application and interview process….
East Forest Honor Society
The Karl P. Seiffert Chapter of the National Honor Society at East Forest High School held its induction ceremony March 6. Tenth-grade probationary members include…
Titusville school board member logs grievance against RIU6 with ‘no vote’
During a routine Titusville Area School District board meeting, member Kevin O’Neill was the sole dissenting vote on the $1.67 million budget for Riverview Intermediate…
Growing Spinach, A Cool-Season Vegetable
Spinach can be grown at the beginning or end of the gardening season. Find out more about planting and caring for spinach. Spinach (Spinacia…
Recent Deaths 03/19/25
Larry E. Bevington, 83, of Maple Heights, Ohio, formerly of Franklin, passed away on Monday, March 17, 2025. Eleanor Marie Jones O’Neil, 100, formerly of…
Pet of the Day 03/18/25
Meet Colt & Willow! Meet Colt & Willow. These bloodhounds are between 5-6 years old. They lost their home due no fault of their own….
Bridal store opens inside Franklin shop
Bindas Lane Alpacas and Gifts in Franklin has expanded by opening Bindas Bridal inside its Liberty Street location. The new bridal store offers a range…
Recent Deaths 03/18/25
Robin Michelle Fornal, 56, of Franklin, passed away on Friday, March 14 2025. Caryl L. Space, 70, of Clarion, passed away on March 14, 2025….
Pet of the Day 03/17/25
Meet Cedar! Cedar is a friendly and playful adult dog who loves to make new dog friends. He is a sweet soul who was found…
Recent Deaths 03/17/25
John P. “John Pat” McVay, 54, of Cranberry, passed away on Sunday morning, March 16, 2025. Cynthia L. “Cindy” Bruner, 61, of Cooperstown, died on…
Building Community, One Cup at a Time
For the past two weeks, we’ve explored how smart investments—whether in businesses, public spaces, or at home—shape the future of our communities. This week, we’re…
Pet of the Day 03/15/25
Meet Pepper! Pepper is a 1 year old girl. She is very sad because her owner died. Pepper lived with a senior chihuahua and loved…
JM Warren Buildings is constructing a new headquarters
JM Warren Buildings is constructing a new headquarters on Route 8 near Franklin, set to open this summer, providing office, storage, and showroom space for…
Clarion County designates March 16-22 as 4-H Week
Clarion County has designated next week as Pennsylvania 4-H Week to recognize the program’s positive impact on youth development. With over 1,000 local participants, 4-H…
Recent Deaths 03/15/25
Thomas J. Xander, 65, of Oil City, passed away Thursday, March 13, 2025. Deloris “Dee” R. Perry, 85, of Oil City, passed away in the…
Pet of the Day 03/14/25
Meet LeeRoy Jenkins! LeeRoy was born in April of 2021 and recently came to PAWS with Buddy Hackett when their family developed allergies. He has…
Marshalls construction begins
On Thursday afternoon, construction was underway on the frame of the upcoming Marshalls near Home Depot, Dollar Tree and Kay Jewelers in Cranberry Township. Kelly…
Recent Deaths 03/14/25
Dora Beth Hovis, 48, of St. Petersburg, Clarion County, passed away on Monday, March 10, 2025. Bryon Keith “Hud” Hudson, 66, of Polk, passed away…
Pet of the Day 03/13/25
Meet Alana! Miss Alana is quite the affectionate love bug that is looking for a home to call her own. She is very friendly and…