Hasson Park theft
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Pet of the Day 01/11/25
Meet Mary! Mary was born in July of 2024 with her sisters, Laura & Carrie. She was brought to the shelter with her mom and…
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com January 11, 2025
Many area students named to Slippery Rock dean’s list
The following area students were named to Slippery Rock University’s fall semester dean’s list: Clarion — Jameson McIlwain, Emily Troese Cochranton — Lilli Hiles, Riley Harvey, Meghan…
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com January 11, 2025
Conservation District visits Forest schools
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…
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com January 11, 2025
Recent Deaths 01/11/25
Robert James ‘Jim’ Edwards, 86, formerly of St. Petersburg, passed away on January 1, 2025. Gordon N. Scouten, 76, of Stoneboro, passed away on January…
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com January 11, 2025
A Year of Firsts
By Selina Pedi-Smith As 2024 draws to a close, we find ourselves reflecting on a year filled with challenges, milestones, and plenty of lessons learned….
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com January 10, 2025
Pet of the Day 01/10/25
Meet Smokey! Looking for a furry friend with a bit of mischief? Look no further than Smokey! This adorable adult male is smart, curious, playful,…
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com January 10, 2025
DOH alerts Pennsylvanians of recall of children’s jewelry set
The Pennsylvania Department of Health is warning parents about the recall of Yaomiao Children’s Jewelry Sets due to unsafe levels of lead and cadmium, which…
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com January 10, 2025
Clarion community pillars are keynote speakers at MLK breakfast
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…
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com January 10, 2025
Youth-produced musical to premiere at Barrow today and tomorrow
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…
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com January 10, 2025
Recent Deaths 01/10/25
Sylvia Elizabeth Dowling, 81, of Pleasantville, passed away on January 3, 2025. Robert Whitehill, 86, of Hermitage, passed away on January 8, 2025. Rodney W….
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com January 10, 2025
The Work of Change: Progress, Possibility, and What Comes Next
Byline: Selina Pedi-Smith with Isaias Gomez, Pellere Foundation When you’re deep in the cleanup of a long-neglected house, you learn to see progress in…
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com January 9, 2025
Pet of the Day 01/09/25
Meet Porkchop! Porkchop was a stray found at a trailer park. He was born in July of 2024, and has black fur with a faint…
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com January 9, 2025
Recent Deaths 01/09/25
Virginia Ann Crooks Gemmell, 76, of Clarion, passed away on January 6, 2025. Gerre N. Slaughtenhoupt, 93, of Sligo, formerly of Parker, passed away on…
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com January 8, 2025
Starting Plants Indoors from Seed
Introduction Gardeners can grow most annuals, biennials, and many herbaceous perennials from seed. Sowing seed is less expensive than buying established plants and requires little…
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com January 8, 2025
Pet of the Day 01/08/25
Meet Spike! Spike is a loving and curious male dog who is in need of a special home. Spike is not good with other dogs…
Pet of the Day 01/11/25
Many area students named to Slippery Rock dean’s list
Conservation District visits Forest schools
Recent Deaths 01/11/25
A Year of Firsts
Pet of the Day 01/10/25
DOH alerts Pennsylvanians of recall of children’s jewelry set
Clarion community pillars are keynote speakers at MLK breakfast
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Recent Deaths 01/07/25
Judy Wingard, 84, of Shippenville, passed away on Sunday, January 5, 2025. Barry Donald McClain, 63, of Franklin, passed away on December 31, 2024. …
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Pet of the Day 01/06/25
Meet Minx! Meet Minx! He takes a bit longer to warm up to new people and surroundings, but once he does he is a sweet…
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com January 6, 2025
Mercer County shooting leaves one dead
A 36-year-old Farrell man, Anthony Edward Lewis Jr., was fatally shot on Saturday in the 500 block of Beechwood Avenue, Mercer County Coroner John A….
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Recent deaths 01/06/2025
George Robert Teeter, 97, of Oil City, passed away Saturday morning, January 4, 2025. William Robert Todd, 75, of Oil City, passed away Friday, January…
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Pet of the Day 01/04/25
Meet Panda! Panda was born in July of 2020. She came to us from a feral colony with her 2 daughters (Snarky & Cross), looking…
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com January 4, 2025
State police open hiring cycles for cadets, liquor enforcement officer trainees
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…
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com January 4, 2025
Nifty at 90: Polk area man going strong at 90
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…
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Recent Deaths 01/04/25
Bonnie Lynn Cassatt, 73, of Jacksonville, NC, formerly of Oil City, passed away December 31, 2024. Betty Lorraine Eisenman, 89, formerly of President Village, passed…
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Pet of the Day 01/03/25
Meet Charlotte! Charlotte is an adorable female dog who is full of energy and love. She is smart, playful and affectionate, and is very friendly…
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com January 3, 2025
Recent Deaths 01/03/25
Timothy E. “Tim” Russell, 70, of St. Petersburg, passed away Wednesday, January 1, 2025. Harold Hartle, 90, of Sligo, passed away on Wednesday, January 1,…
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Pet of the Day 01/02/25
Meet Elecktra! Elecktra was born in April of 2024. She is an adorable torti with striking golden eyes and the cutest markings. She was very…
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com January 2, 2025
PennDOT internships, summer work available
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,…
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com January 2, 2025
Car crashes into Franklin business
A car crashed into Hometown Taxes, Bookkeeping and Health Insurance on Liberty Street in Franklin at about 3:10 p.m. Tuesday, according to Venango County 911….
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Recent Deaths 01/02/25
Charles F. Foust Jr., 75, of Girard, Ohio, and Venus, passed away on Friday, December 27, 2024. Bernadette A. “Bernie” Huefner, 88, of Franklin, passed…
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Pet of the Day 12/31/24
Meet Grayson! Meet Grayson! This shy boy is looking for a quiet home to call his own. Grayson is very friendly and affectionate once he…
Nifty at 90: Franklin man known for work ethic, love of sports
Recent Deaths 12/28/24
Pet of the Day 12/27/24
Santa’s sleigh craft raises funds to aid veterans
Recent Deaths 12/27/24
Pet of the Day 12/26/24
Franklin Floral expansion plans bloom
Recent Deaths 12/26/24
Pet of the Day 12/24/25
Master Gardeners of Venango County