From staff reports
Charlie Batch, who earned two Super Bowl rings during his time as backup quarterback for the Pittsburgh Steelers, will present “Expect Your Best” at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 13, in the Robert W. Rhoades Center of Clarion University – Venango in Oil City.
Batch will share stories about his personal successes and failures in the NFL and in life, which taught him how to become a leader.
The presentation is free and open to the public.
Meet Budweiser aka “Bud”! Bud was born in May of 2016 and is a sweet boy with a pretty messed up ear. He looks like…
Over 300 people gathered at Hasson Heights Elementary School to enjoy the fourth graders’ musical, *A Martian Christmas*, followed by an “Outer Space, Out of…
Betty J. Rogers, 97, of Cooperstown, passed away on Wednesday, December 18, 2024. For complete obituaries, pick up a copy of The Derrick for…
Meet Kaye! Kaye is a lovely lady with lots of love to give! She is an affectionate and friendly dog, but we don’t know yet…
Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful and the PA Turnpike Commission implemented the Cigarette Litter Prevention Program (CLPP) at 17 service plazas, achieving a 43% litter reduction in…
On Friday, Franklin Elks Lodge #110 Exalted Ruler Brenda Westover, center, and member Craig Westover, not pictured, dropped off toys donated by Elks members to…
PennDOT announced winners of the District 1 Paint the Plow contest. Oil City High School earned “judge’s pick” for its safety-themed mural, while Mercer High…
Clark Nelson Hall Jr., 89, of Titusville, died on December 15, 2024. Joanne L. Skibinski, 85, of Marienville, died Saturday, December 14, 2024. For…
This article discusses how to choose the perfect Christmas tree and keep it fresh. There is no right or wrong species when it comes…
Meet Milkshake! Milkshake was born in March of 2020 and is a beautiful White & Gray Tabby with golden eyes. He is a big boy…
Sara J. Schosser, 84, of Oil City, formerly of Bredinsburg, passed away Sunday morning, December 15, 2024. Charles E. ‘Chuck’ Shankel, 86, of Franklin, died…
Meet Paige! Paige is a petite girl with a big personality! She is very adventurous and enjoys exploring her environment. She’s had dental work done…
A three-vehicle crash on River Hill in Clarion Township Saturday evening left one person dead and another seriously injured. Tammy Zacherl, 53, succumbed to her…
The Oil City Music Department’s vocal groups brought festive cheer on Friday with performances at Hasson, Seventh Street, and Smedley elementary schools, where students sang…
Cynthia A. Sweetapple, 67, of Kennerdell, passed away December 14, 2024. Evelyn M. Shannahan, 95, formerly of Oil City, passed away Saturday, December 14, 2024….
Norma J. “Nanny” Myers Lewis, 93, of Shippenville, passed away on December 11, 2024. Dallas H. Smith, 80, of Franklin, passed away December 8, 2024….
By Selina Pedi-Smith The Pellere Foundation is thrilled to announce the beginning of our first blight remediation project at 403 W 2nd St, a once-stunning…
Meet Butters! Butters has all the personality you would ever want from a cat. He loves attention, until he doesn’t. He needs to be the…
The Ninth Annual Nature Art Showcase and Sale will take place on February 7-8 at the Barrow-Civic Theatre in Franklin, featuring artwork inspired by northwestern…
Pennsylvania Western University will hold its fall commencement on Saturday at the Clarion campus, celebrating graduates from the College of Education, Arts and Humanities; the…
Jack D. Carson, 93, of Tionesta, passed away on Wednesday, December 11, 2024. Thomas Dewayne “Rufus” Ruth, 68, of Rouseville, died Friday, December 6, 2024….
Meet Wade Wilson! Wade was born in March of 2024. He is a beautiful black short-haired kitty with striking golden eyes. He is a lovebug,…
The Allegheny RiverStone Center for the Arts (ARCA) in Foxburg is hosting a series of diverse concerts at Lincoln Hall over the coming weekends. Highlights…
James Charles ‘Beaver’ Lawrence, 75, of New Bethlehem, passed away December 8, 2024. Lynne Anne Boehme, 75, of Tionesta and formerly of Munhall, passed away…
Meet Augusta! Augusta is an affectionate and loving young cat looking for her forever home. She can be playful at times and also enjoys cuddling…
Justin Gray, a northwest Pennsylvania-based singer/songwriter and a solo acoustic artist, will perform at the Billy’s has Karma series from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday…
On Monday, Aqua Pennsylvania lifted the Cooperstown boil-water advisory they had initiated Dec. 2. The advisory impacted about 130 customers served by the Cooperstown Water…
Paul Thomas Siegel, 83, of Fairview, passed away on Saturday, December 7, 2024. Harry James Harnish, 92, of Knox, formerly of Lamartine, passed away in…
Meet Sophie II! Sophie was born in August of 2017. She is a large, gorgeous long-haired calico with beautiful eyes. She is inquisitive and loving…
The Clarion community came together Saturday night for a festive Light Up Night celebration, highlighted by the arrival of Santa and Mrs. Claus. The evening…
