From staff reports
Oil City firefighters will be in the downtown area Friday to collect money for the Jolly July 3rd fireworks show.
In years past, the collection by firefighters has completely funded the annual fireworks show.
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com June 13, 2018
Oil City firefighters will be in the downtown area Friday to collect money for the Jolly July 3rd fireworks show.
In years past, the collection by firefighters has completely funded the annual fireworks show.
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com October 30, 2024
Meet Damian! Damian came to PAWS when he and his brother, Shadow II were surrendered. He is a little hissy and shy until he gets…
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com October 30, 2024
Franklin and Rocky Grove high schools will present “Once Upon a Mattress” at 7 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday in the Franklin Area High School…
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com October 30, 2024
Smoke billows out of a hole in the roof of the building at 607 North Seneca Street, located on the outskirts of Oil City, Tuesday…
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com October 30, 2024
The Franklin Area School District agreed to a $175,000 settlement with former teacher Marcy Brown, ending her third lawsuit against the district. Brown, who previously…
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com October 30, 2024
Gladys E. Hites, 91, formerly of Rouseville, passed away Sunday, October 27, 2024. Brenda Sue Youkers, 66, of Oil City, passed away on Sunday night,…
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com October 30, 2024
Indoor gardening activities can help children learn basic plant science while having fun. When winter seems far from over and the days are still too…
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com October 29, 2024
Meet Bingo! Looking for a new fur baby to add to your family? Look no further than Bingo! This young female pup is full of…
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com October 29, 2024
Christ Episcopal Church in Oil City has launched its 13th annual program to provide warm pajamas and age-appropriate books to children in need. Led by…
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com October 29, 2024
Pennsylvania’s Treasury Department is holding its largest unclaimed property auction from Wednesday to Friday, featuring jewelry, coins, currency, and collectibles. Managed by Pook & Pook…
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com October 29, 2024
The article celebrates Maryetta Waldman Dutko, born in 1934, as she approaches her 90th birthday. Raised in Reading, PA, Maryetta was the oldest of four…
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com October 29, 2024
Franklin’s city council approved the 2024 Community Development Block Grant application, directing $209,805 to street improvements in low-income areas and $41,975 for blight clearance, expected…
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com October 29, 2024
Timothy J. Mong, 64, formerly of Venango County, passed away Wednesday, October 23, 2024. Joseph M. Neely, 34, of Titusville, passed away on Sunday, October…
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com October 28, 2024
Meet Tai! Tai needs a quiet home where she can learn that people are good and loving. Tai was used for breeding and spent the…
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com October 28, 2024
East Forest High School has announced its 2024 homecoming court, which includes (from left) Dominik Mendola, Aletta Summers, Jacob Healy, Peighton Trout, Shaye Campbell and…
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com October 28, 2024
David W. Fagan Jr., of Shippenville, formerly of Miola, passed away October 26, 2024. Chester Reck, 69, passed away October 26, 2024. Barbara Lee Adams,…
Master Gardeners of Venango County
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com October 24, 2024
The Friends for Food campaign has raised an additional $6,782, bringing the total to $12,357 for this year’s fundraising effort. A collaboration between Community Services…
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com October 24, 2024
Coston Cross, a former Rockland resident and local music scene favorite, is heading to Nashville for the 2024 Josie Music Awards, where he’s nominated in…
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com October 24, 2024
Bridgeway Capital, a Pittsburgh-based nonprofit lender, is expanding its Alliance for Creative Rural Economies (ACRE) program to Oil City, offering support to creative entrepreneurs in…
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com October 24, 2024
PennDOT’s Operation Safe Stop, now in its 28th year, aims to raise awareness about school bus safety and reduce bus-related traffic violations. Coinciding with National…
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com October 24, 2024
Franklin’s annual downtown trick-or-treat will return to the 1200 block of Liberty Street from 4:15 to 5:30 p.m. on Friday. The free event, sponsored by…
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com October 23, 2024
Meet Dolly Purrton Dolly was born in March of 2023 and is a lovely cat that recently came to PAWS from a colony, but was…
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com October 23, 2024
Franklin’s annual Light Up Night, kicking off the Christmas season, will take place on Saturday, Nov. 23. The festivities will include an Electric Lights Parade…
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com October 23, 2024
The Titusville Area School District exceeded revenue expectations by $1.2 million, while also coming in under budget by $63,000 for expenditures, resulting in a $63,165…
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com October 23, 2024
Betty D. McCloskey, 89, of Brookville, passed away Monday, October 21, 2024. Erma “Jean” B. Stellman, 99, of cranberry, died Monday evening, October 21, 2024….
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com October 23, 2024
Winter is the perfect time to reflect on the successes and disappointments of last year’s garden. In the lull after the holidays, stop and…
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com October 22, 2024
Selina Pedi-Smith with Guest Writer: Colin Russ of RAD Solar Last week, we discussed Pennsylvania’s proud energy history and how renewables are offering new opportunities. Let’s…
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com October 22, 2024
Meet Copper! Copper is a fun-loving pup who loves to play and make new friends! He is always ready for a game of fetch or…
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com October 22, 2024
The Franklin Area STEM (F.A.S.T.) Team is gearing up for the 2024 BEST Robotics competition at Grove City College, themed “Low G,” where robots must…
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com October 22, 2024
Donald E. Firster, 69, of Oil City, died Saturday, October 19, 2024. Deborah “Debbie” Sue Rowe, 62, of Columbia, MD, passed away October 18, 2024….
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com October 21, 2024
Meet Gray Goose! Gray is a 2-3 year old neutered male that was used for breeding. He is a calm, curious boy that wants love….