Around The County

The renovated Circle K Travel Center at the Strattanville exit of I-80 has transformed a long-vacant brownfield into a thriving business. Instead of building new,…

Franklin Area Junior-Senior High School has launched its first Special Olympics Pennsylvania Interscholastic Unified Sports (IUS) bocce team, marking a milestone for inclusivity in Venango…

The following students at Christian Life Academy were named to the principal’s list and honor roll for the second-quarter grading period: Principal’s list Grade 3 —…

Nancy Blauser, born on Jan. 26, 1935, is a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who has spent her life dedicated to family, faith, and community….

The University of Pittsburgh at Titusville Financial Aid staff, in conjunction with other area counselors, will offer a free FAFSA completion workshop from 5:30 to…

Shirley Heath, born Jan. 25, 1935, grew up on her family’s farm in Clarion County and built a life centered around family, community, and service….

The Lakeview Area Public Library in Sandy Lake will hold several upcoming events. Chess Club will meet from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Feb. 1 and…

Touch of Grey, a rock band from Meadville that covers hits from all eras and genres, will perform at the Billy’s has Karma concert series…

The Franklin squadron of the Civil Air Patrol (CAP) recently gained a new cadet officer when Navy Perry (second from left) was promoted to cadet…

The Valley Grove Education Association (VGEA), the union that represents Valley Grove teachers, collected and donated supplies to the New Life Unit at UPMC Northwest,…

Students from East and West Forest schools participated in “The 12 Signs of Christmas,” a sign language challenge organized by speech pathologist LeEllen Gibbons to…

School police officer James Green of Broad Street Elementary School in Butler County received the national RISE Award for his outstanding contributions to student safety…

Kindergarten and second-grade students at Sandycreek Elementary learned about Martin Luther King Jr.’s life and leadership as part of their character education curriculum, led by…

The Clarion Area Chamber of Business & Industry is accepting logo submissions for the 2025 Autumn Leaf Festival logo contest. The winning theme, “Meet Me…

The Franklin Area Junior/Senior High School Hall of Fame is accepting nominations for its 2025 induction class, honoring individuals or groups who bring distinction to…

John G. Wortman, a social science and gifted support teacher at West Forest High School, has been honored with Penn State University’s 2024 Outstanding Teaching…

Jan Angove, a 90-year-old Oil City resident, reflects on a life rich with family, community, and cherished memories. Born in Tennessee, she moved frequently during…

Acoustic Earle will perform at the Billy’s has Karma series from 7-9 PM Thursday. Acoustic Earle is an acoustic duo consisting of Richard Atha on…

The Forest County Conservation District and Planning Department recently visited West Forest for a day of activities organized by Morgan Miller and Donna Zofcin. The…

PennWest Clarion will host its annual Martin Luther King Jr. Community Breakfast on January 20 at Eagle Commons, celebrating 30 years of the Day of…

This weekend, the Barrow-Civic Theatre is showcasing the youth-led musical Space Cadets, written, directed, and performed by local teens. The one-act play, entirely crafted by…

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…

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…

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…

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, 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…

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,…

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…

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…

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,…

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…

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…

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…

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,…

Keystone High School won honorable mention in The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation District 10 regional of the Paint the Plow safety outreach contest. This year’s…

PennDOT District 1 is accepting applications for paid internships and summer jobs in Venango, Forest, Crawford, Mercer, Warren, and Erie counties. Positions include engineering, nonengineering,…

The Venango County Democratic Party, with local partners, continues its tradition of delivering free Christmas meals to elderly and homebound residents. Meal deliveries begin at…

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…

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…

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…

The Oil City Arts Council’s 25th annual First Night celebration, themed “Silver Bells,” will take place Dec. 31 from 5:30 to 10:45 p.m. across Oil…

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…

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…

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…

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…

Don Young of Reno, now 90, is a vibrant and active member of his community. A lifelong resident of Reno, he grew up enjoying local…

Henry Phillip Lencer Sr. of Leeper will celebrate his 90th birthday on Dec. 8. Born in Hallton to Croatian immigrants, he grew up as one…