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Pet of the Day 03/06/25
Meet Shadow! Meet Shadow – your new best friend and loyal companion! This dignified gentleman is quiet but playful and protective, making him the perfect…
Hope 21 A Dress For You event set
Hope 21 Ministry in Oil City is hosting its annual “A Dress For You” event Friday. The giveaway of formal dresses, dress shoes, clutch purses,…
Clarion Department of Public Safety to conduct test of Emergency Siren System
The Clarion County Department of Public Safety will conduct a test of the countywide Emergency Siren System at about 7:30 p.m. Monday. Compared with normal…
Rolling slowdowns announced for Canoe Creek Bridge reconstruction
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) and Bridging Pennsylvania Constructors (BPC) are announcing rolling slowdowns on Interstate 80 westbound as part of the ongoing Canoe…
Recent Deaths 03/06/25
JoAnn Snyder Paden, 82, of Franklin, passed away the morning of Tuesday, March 4, 2025. Henry Phillip Lencer, 90, of Crown, passed away on March…
Growing Edible Greens
This article discuses types of lettuce and other greens, such as kale and chard, that should be planted in early spring. Early spring is…
Pet of the Day 03/05/25
Meet Bloom! Bloom was born in June of 2024 and came to PAWS with her mom, Posie. She is a beautiful mixed-breed Russian Blue kitty…
Woodfest will make its return to Clarion
The second annual Lumber Heritage WoodFest will be held at the Clarion Mall on March 21-22, featuring live chainsaw carving, custom woodworking, handcrafted jewelry, and…
Local Air Patrol members visit DC
In February, local members of the Civil Air Patrol (CAP) from Franklin and other squadrons participated in National Legislative Day in Washington, D.C. Pictured from…
Recent Deaths 03/05/2025
Mark R. Kauffman, Sr., 64, of Franklin, passed away on Tuesday, March 3, 2025. Dan “Woody” Woods, 74, of Franklin, passed away on March 3,…
Pet of the Day 03/04/25
Meet Izzby! Miss Izzby is looking for a home to call her own. This spunky young feline is super affectionate, loves to play, and a…
The Noah Grice Band to perform at Billy’s has Karma
The Noah Grice Band, founded in Oil City and including lead singer/guitar player Noah Grice, bass player Tom McMahon and drummer Marc Rickard, will close…
ORA accepting nominations for Historic Preservation Awards
The Oil Region Alliance (ORA) is accepting nominations for the Oil Region Historic Preservation Awards, recognizing significant restoration and preservation efforts within the Oil Region…
Women’s Day event set for Saturday
The Oil City-Franklin Zonta Club and the YWCA are hosting an International Women’s Day celebration this Saturday from 1 to 3 p.m. at the YWCA…
Recent Deaths 03/04/25
Valerie S. Stitt, 60, of Clarion, passed away on Monday morning, March 3, 2025. Daniel “Dan” E. Woods, 74, of Franklin, passed away on March…
OCFD issues safety warning about dangerous ice conditions on Allegheny River
The Oil City Fire Department is urging all residents and visitors to stay off the ice on the Allegheny River due to hazardous conditions caused…
Recent Deaths 03/01/25
Marcia A. Swarm, 73, of Franklin, passed away on Thursday, February 27, 2025. John C. Montgomery, 74, of Parker, passed away on February 27, 2025….
Pet of the Day 02/28/25
Meet Alfie! Alfie is a friendly, affectionate adult dog. He’s a good boy who loves attention. If you have another dog, we could certainly do…
West Second Street receives new gas lines
Workers, from left, Tim Sweesy, Ethan Wray and John Holmes, all from Wilson a Lindy Company — who is sub-contracted out by National Fuel Gas…
Recent Deaths 02/28/25
Kendall James Kagle, 37, of West Hickory, formerly of Franklin, passed away on Wednesday, February 26, 2025. Kathy File, 63, of New Wilmington and formerly…
Pet of the Day 02/27/25
Meet Phyllis! Phyllis is the alpha of the rescue. She keeps all the cats and kittens in line. She is not a lap cat but…
Collaborative art piece created at Rocky Grove
Rocky Grove High School art teacher Kylie Allen organized a collaborative mural project, now displayed in the school’s office staircase. Featuring 72 pieces created by…
Taste of Franklin event is set for Saturday
The annual Taste of Franklin event returns this Saturday from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m., offering local residents a chance to enjoy food samples from 14…
Recent Deaths 02/27/25
Zachary K. Rodgers, 22, of Titusville, passed away on Tuesday, February 25, 2025. Gerald “Jerry” Wayne Bickel, 73, of Coal Hill, passed away on Monday,…
A Gardener’s Guide to Peas
This article unscrambles the sometimes-confusing common names of peas and gives instructions for how to grow this popular cool-season vegetable. Introduction Peas (Pisum sativum) are…
Pet of the Day 02/26/25
Meet Pebble! Pebble is a beautiful female golden tabby , born in September of 2024. She is one of a litter of kittens surrendered to…
Together We Can launches ‘Let’s Talk’ gatherings
Together We Can of Venango County has launched “Let’s Talk,” a series of town hall meetings aimed at fostering meaningful conversations about race relations and…
Library discussions resurface once more at Oil City school board meeting
The Oil City School Board revisited the topic of reintroducing libraries in schools, with Superintendent Lynda Weller presenting the financial implications of hiring a librarian…
Recent Deaths 02/26/25
John Thomas Hawkins, 70, of Oil City, passed away on Monday, February 24, 2025. William Merle “Bill” Hunt, 71, of Wallaceville, passed away on Monday,…
Pet of the Day 02/25/25
Meet Coby! Hi everyone! My name is Coby, and I am a friendly, athletic, and overall good boy. While I can be a little possessive…
DCNR warns landowners about spongy moths
Cross Roadzz to perform at Billy’s has Karma
Recent Deaths 02/25/25
Pet of the Day 02/24/25
Recent Deaths 02/24/25
Pet of the Day 02/22/25
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