Japanese Beetles in the Home Garden
Japanese beetles are not picky about the flowers and leaves they attack. They have favorites like roses and grapes, but many problems begin when the…
Grove board approves final budget with no tax hike
The Valley Grove School Board unanimously approved the 2024-25 budget, maintaining the millage rate at 12.8437 and keeping taxes steady. The $16.93 million budget marks…
Tionesta Market Village to hold movie night Saturday
The Tionesta Market Village will hold its first movie night of the summer at dusk Saturday. “FernGully: The Last Rain Forest” will be shown. Stephanie…
CATA announces changes to Venango fare structure
The Crawford Area Transportation Authority (CATA) has announced updates to the fixed route bus fare and bus pass structure in Venango County, effective Monday. Key…
CATA will now provide services in Clarion County
The Crawford Area Transportation Authority (CATA) is now the shared ride transportation provider for Clarion County. Starting Monday, CATA will manage paratransit services, including shared…
Six Clarion County students graduate from Reach Cyber
Six graduates from Clarion County are members of the Reach Cyber Charter School Class of 2024. The grads are Ayden Adams of New Bethlehem, Raelyn…
Grilled Carne Asada Tacos
Hispanic cuisine is among the most beloved across the globe. Whether you trace your ancestry to Mexico or Spain or have no familial connection to…
Recent Deaths 06/26/24
Ronald Gary Willison, 83, of New Bethlehem (St. Charles), passed away Monday evening, June 24, 2024. George E. Shaffer, 85, of Fisher, passed away Saturday,…
Pet of the Day 06/25/24
Meet Kibbe This handsome boy is approximately 3 years old, and looking to find a new best friend! He came to us when his owner…
Franklin man faces charges for police chase, drug possession
Eric Lawson, 33, from Franklin, was arraigned on charges related to a police chase and subsequent drug possession. On June 18, Franklin police arrested Lawson,…
PSP unveils informational card for people with autism
The Pennsylvania State Police are distributing a free informational card designed to assist individuals with autism in their interactions with law enforcement. This card, which…
CASA sponsors Two Mile Community Day
Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Venango County hosted a “Community Day” for the first time Monday at Two Mile Run County Park. The event…
Church camp scheduled for July
The Peniel Holiness Camp Meeting in Conneautville will run from July 18 to July 28, starting with a concert by The Belles of Harmony Trio….
CL School Road to close for pipe replacement
PennDOT maintenance crews will replace a cross pipe and close a portion of CL School Road (Route 2015) just south of Henderson in Clarion County…
South Side neighborhood group holds kids pool party
The South Side Neighborhood Association held its annual community kids pool blast party Sunday at the Hasson Heights swimming pool in Oil City. About 400…
Foxburg gallery to present ‘Mothers & Daughters’ exhibit
The Red Brick Gallery in Foxburg is showcasing an exhibit titled “Mothers & Daughters: One Family. Four Generations of Women. 100 Years of Art” from…
New Bethlehem man dies in Monroe Township crash
A crash in Monroe Township on Saturday morning resulted in the death of Norman T. Mitchell, 32, of New Bethlehem, and serious injuries to his…
Pineapple Upside Down Cake
Tropical tasting dessert an entertaining hit! What could make a long day sitting by the pool or an afternoon at the beach even better?…
Recent Deaths 06/25/24
Paul David O’Neil “Big Otis”, 68, of Shippenville, died on June 21, 2024. Ronald Kurt Kinzler, age 54, of Tionesta, formerly of Warrendale, passed away…
Recent Deaths 06/24/24
Lois Ann Carr, 66, of Franklin, passed away on the morning of Saturday, June 22, 2024. For complete obituaries, pick up a copy of…
Franklin announces 4th of July Festivities
Franklin’s Liberty Fest, the city’s annual celebration of America’s birthday, returns this Wednesday and runs through July 4, concluding with the “Thunder Over Franklin” fireworks…
Pet of the Day 06/24/24
Meet Zander Zander and his two housemates came to us after their owner passed away, and now he is ready to find his new forever…
Cheesy Chicken Tortellini Bake
Dive into dairy with this cheesy dinner creation. There’s no denying the appeal of dairy in home cooking. Dairy helps make foods silky, creamy…
Pet of the Day 06/22/24
Meet Bandit Bandit is an 8 year old mini schnauzer. He weighs 31 pounds. Bandit has never lived with anyone but his mom. He lived…
Nells Crafts to move out of mall
After 28 years at the Cranberry Mall, Nell’s Crafts is relocating to 7263 Route 322 in Cranberry due to declining foot traffic and the mall’s…
Lane closures set for Brookville I-80 bridge project
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation and Bridging Pennsylvania Developers I have announced lane closures for the I-80 North Fork Bridges project in Jefferson County. The…
Creamy Rice With Roasted Shrimp and Tomatoes
Quick and filling meal served up in a snap After the lazy days of summer, fall often arrives with packed schedules and everyone getting…
Recent Deaths 06/22/24
Thelma “Muggs” Carter, 84, of New Port Richey, FL, formerly of Oil City, passed away April 14, 2024. Dorothy Belle (Shaw) Heckathorn, 96, a resident…
Woman accused of ethnic intimidation for threatening man
A Franklin woman, Emily Vanzandt, 43, faces charges including ethnic intimidation for refusing to leave a man’s property and threatening him with a racial slur….
Pet of the Day 06/21/24
Meet Jude Jude is the trickster cat of the group. He loves to play with every toy in the cage. It doesn’t matter what it…
Beating the heat at pools
Residents have been seeking relief from the heat wave, with temperatures in the 90s, by visiting local swimming pools in Franklin and Oil City. On…
Crusty Mac and Cheese
Cheese is the focus of this classic comfort dish. Much like bacon, cheese makes many meals more flavorful. When cheese is the centerpiece of…
Recent Deaths 06/21/24
Leonard Parl “Bub” Smith, known to many as “Pappy,” passed away on June 19, 2024. He was 84 years old. For complete obituaries, pick up…
Annual Two Mile Jeep Run set to roll in July
The Ten Miles 4 Two Mile Jeep Run, an annual benefit for Two Mile Run County Park, will return for its fourth year on July…
Sugarcreek police warn of scam involving rental car searches
Sugarcreek police have alerted residents about a new scam involving fraudulent rental car websites. Scammers are creating fake internet links with 1-800 and 1-888 numbers,…
Pet of the Day 06/20/24
Meet Lottie Lovely Lottie came to us as a stray, so we don’t know anything about her life before the shelter. Our vet aged her…
Police release details of fatal crash in Cranberry
Franklin state police reported a fatal crash involving Wayne A. O’Hara, 81, from Cranberry Township, at the intersection of Route 322 and Van Road. On…
1949 Oil City grads meet for lunch
Three friends from the Oil City High School Class of 1949, who graduated 75 years ago, met for lunch last weekend at the Log Cabin…
Competition Style Pulled Pork
Beat the heat with smoked pulled pork! Outdoor cooking is a staple come the warmer weather. When the dog days of summer arrive, few…
Recent Deaths 06/20/24
Nancy Ann Wallace, 87, of Tionesta, passed away on June 17, 2024. Rose M. Harmon, 89, of Lake Lucy passed away on June 18, 2024….
Clarion Summer Fest has ‘HomeGrown’ on tap
Clarion Summer Fest’s “HomeGrown” event will celebrate local culture with new activities such as a Walking History Tour, Artist-In-Residence, and Home Chef Bake-Off. On July…
Pet of the Day 06/19/24
Meet Jolly Jolly is a beautiful cat who has been at PAWS her whole life. Because of a large influx of kittens at the time…
Rabbit museum to hold open house
The American Rabbit Breeders Association at Wentlings Corners is inviting the community to an open house on Saturday. The American Rabbit Breeders Association (ARBA) is…
Briggs outlines Valley Grove’s prep work for district office move
Superintendent Kevin Briggs discussed plans to relocate the Valley Grove School District’s administrative offices to Valley Grove Elementary School during a school board work session….
Improve Vegetable Garden Soil with Cover Crops
Consider planting a cover crop in late summer or fall to improve your vegetable garden soil. This article describes their benefits and types of crops…
Community garden opens in Titusville
The United Way of the Titusville Region has reopened the David L. Weber Community Garden for the season. Established in 2020 in memory of local…
Sausage Stuffed Red Potatoes
Healthy eating is on the minds of many people at the start of a new year. One road block to healthy eating each January is…
Recent Deaths 06/19/24
William Frank Smead III, age 26, of New Bethlehem, passed away Sunday afternoon, June 16, 2024. Gladys Mae Beck, age 98, of Knox, passed away…
2 men face multiple charges after leading police on chase
Two men, Julian James from the Bronx and Oluwakayode Ajayi from Moon Township, were charged with attempting to fraudulently withdraw money from a bank in…
Pet of the Day 06/18/24
Meet Scout Scout is a 1 year old Pitbull mix. He was surrendered because his previous owner could not care for him any longer. Scout…