Halloween pumpkin-carving pointers
Transforming pumpkins into cleverly carved creations is a Halloween tradition. Each October, glowing pumpkins take up residence near doorsteps and porches, adding to the magical…
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Maybe it is in our faces
I don’t have the answers. If I did, I wouldn’t be in a profession that questions everything. I do know this though, we are living…
Pet of the day 10/13/16
Name: Lisa Breed: German Shepherd Mix Age: 2 years Sex: Female Size: Medium Color: Beige/ red Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Lisa can be found at…
Siblings and lessons learned
I have never been one to write “Dear future self” or “Dear sorority sisters” blogs, I always thought that they were cheesy and corny and…
Pet of the day 10/12/16
Name: OJ Breed: Domestic Longhair Mix Age: 4 months Sex: Female Size: Small Color: Orange Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown OJ can be found at Venango…
Elk and more
A trip last week to Benezette in Elk County included some elk sightings and beautiful scenic views. While waiting for the elk to make an…
Pet of the day 10/11/16
Name: Titan Breed: English Mastiff Mix Age: 8 years Sex: Male Size: XL Color: Tan/ Black Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Titan can be found at…
Pet of the day 10/10/16
Name: Brooke Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 2 years Sex: Female Size: Small Color: Grey Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Brooke can be found at Venango…
Female vets head to D.C.; Vet preference at issue
* VFW Women Veterans Visit Capitol Hill: Last week, four VFW past department commanders, who are women veterans, traveled to Washington, D.C. During their visit,…
Everybody has a story
This past week, I worked on a story about a man who was told he would spend his life in a wheelchair, yet here he…
Pet of the day 10/7/16
Name: Buck Breed: Hound Mix Age: 9 months Sex: Male Size: Medium Color: Black/ White Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Buck can be found at Venango…
How college students can cut living expenses
The cost of college tuition is a concern for many college-bound students and their families. The cost of a college education continues to rise, but…
Odds and ends
Precious Paws Animal Rescue in Franklin and the Venango County Humane Society in Seneca are helping pet owners get into the Halloween “spirit.” Paying for…
Pet of the day 10/6/16
Name: Tigger Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 10 years Sex: Female Size: Medium Color: White/ Orange Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Tigger can be found at…
Pet of the day 10/05/16
Name: Matilda Breed: Terrier, American Staffordshire Mix Age: 9 years Size: Medium Color: White/ Black Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Matilda can be found at Venango…
Pet of the day 10/4/16
Name: Velcro Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 4 years Sex: Female Size: Small Color: Black/ Brown Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Velcro can be found at…
Outlook for overlook was overcast
The weather outlook for a quick trip to the Tidioute overlook was for overcast skies. The sun made brief appearances on Monday between the raindrops….
A touchdown is the bush
Do you remember when play only needed an imagination to make wherever you were into whatever you needed it to be? A rock was home…
Pet of the day 10/3/16
Name: Chocolate Chip Breed: Retriever, Labrador Mix Age: 4 years Sex: Male Size: Medium Color: Brown Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Chocolate Chip can be found…
100 mile Diabetes walk, fitness classes set
Erie to Pittsburgh 100 Mile Diabetes Walk: The Annual Erie to Pittsburgh Diabetes Walk will start Friday in Erie. Participants will walk Rt. 19 South. They will…
Hiking ‘The Five Lands’
Studying abroad in Italy brought forth grand adventures and many obstacles to overcome and climb, literally. One of the day trips that my business class…
Pet of the day 9/30/16
Name: Twizzle Age: approximately 4 weeks Breed: Calico Sex: Female Size: Medium Twizzle can be found at Precious Paws Animal Rescue. PO Box 784 Franklin,…
Labor of love
Safehaven has its work cut out for it with this newest rescue. Precious Paws Animal Rescue in Franklin is planning on having a scary good…
Unique ways to exercise at home
Even the most devoted exercise enthusiasts sometimes encounter obstacles that make it hard for them to squeeze in their regular workouts. Weather can affect outdoor…
Pet of the day 9/29/16
Name: Cody Breed: Beagle Mix Age: 2 years Sex: Male Size: Medium Color: Black/ Brown Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Cody can be found at Venango…
Pet of the day 9/28/16
Name: Duggy Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 5 months Sex: Male Size: Small Color: Grey/ White Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption Price: $40.00 Duggy can…
Pet of the day 9/27/16
Name: Sassy Breed: Pug Sex: Female Size: Small Sassy can be found at Precious Paws Animal Rescue. PO Box 784 Franklin, PA 16323 814-671-9827 adoptpreciouspaws@gmail.com
Posing with the posies
Sometimes all it takes is a colorful background to brighten up a photo. Buford and Sherman will sometimes “sit and stay” for a few photos in front of…
Pet of the day 9/26/16
Name: Butters Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 2 years Sex: Male Size: Medium Color: Buff Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Butters can be found at Venango…
Resource fair set for Oct. 11
* Veterans Resource Fair: Did you serve in the military? You may be eligible for services. All veterans and families are invited to attend the Venango…
Pet of the day 9/23/16
Name: Twinkie Breed: Retriever, Labrador Mix Age: 7 years Sex: Female Size: Large Color: Tan Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Twinkie can be found at Venango…
To the rescue… again
Precious Paws puts the Oscar Fund to work. It’s a nuthouse at the Venango County Humane Society. Tri-County has a spay/neuter clinic scheduled. Clarion PAWS,…
Why not a hug?
Where are those doves carrying olive branches of peace? We have people being shot followed by protests where more violence occurs, more potential for more…
Pet of the day 9/22/16
Missy Princess Pants was found on Old Route 8. She is a small kitten. If you want to give this wonderful kitten a new home…
Celebrating homecoming
Students may think that their proms and graduation ceremonies mark the last time they will spend time together on campus. But there will likely be…
Life is uncertain; Enjoy the moment
There is peace in uncertainty. New adventures, experiences, ideas or hope is often found in an uncertain outcome, in a decision based on the unknown….
Pet of the day 9/21/16
Name: Bull Dozer Breed: Boxer Mix Age: 4 years Sex: Male Size: Large Color: White/ brown Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Bull Dozer can be found…
Pet of the day 9/20/16
Name: Flame Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 3 years Sex: Male Size: Medium Color: White/ Orange Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Flame can be found at…
Fading into fall
Summer’s blossoms are slowly fading. The days are growing shorter and the nights are cooler as we head toward the first official day of autumn…
Flu shots available; legislation moves forward
Flu Shots To Eligible Veterans: The Erie VA Medical Center is pleased to host a flu clinic which is open to veterans who are eligible for…
Pet of they day 9/19/16
Name: Karma Breed: Terrier, American Staffordshire Mix Age: 3 years Sex: Female Size: Medium Color: Tan/ White Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Karma can be found…
A long time….
NOTE: All but one of the photographs below were taken Sept. 16 and 17, 2016, at the 24-hour POW/MIA vigil in Meadville, Pennsylvania. The other…
For the birds
The Venango County Humane Society has some fine-feathered friends who need homes and Clarion PAWS has some lovely feline companions available. Tri-County Animal Rescue has…
Pet of the day 9/16/16
Name: Moon Pie Breed: Domestic Medium Hair Mix Age: 11 months Sex: Male Size: Small Color: Black Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Moon Pie can be…
Coupon tips for deal-seekers
Coupons can help people, and parents in particular, save substantial amounts of money. While television shows have documented the efforts of people who take coupon…
Pet of the day 9/15/16
Name: Double Stuff Breed: German Shepherd Mix Age: 4 years Sex: Male Size: Medium Color: Black/ Brown Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Double Stuff can be…
Greek Life stereotypes are profoundly wrong
Rush week. Bid day. Big and Little. These were terms at the beginning of the summer that I had little to no familiarity with. Sigma…
Pet of the day 9/14/16
Name: Aphrodite Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 3 months Sex: Female Size: Small Color: Black/ Tan Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Aphrodite can be found at…
The morning dew
Now that the mornings are cooler, area plants and posies sport countless tiny dewdrops. The small droplets of moisture sparkle like diamonds in the morning…
Pet of the day 9/13/16
Name: Bitzy Breed: Beagle Mix Age: 4 years Sex: Female Size: Small Color: White/ Tan Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Bitzy can be found at Venango…