Meet Half Stache!
Half Stache got his name from the mark on his face. He is a very good boy (5 months old) that would like a home of his own.
You can visit and adopt Half Stache from Precious Paws Animal Rescue in Franklin!
Pet of the Day 02/17/25
Pet of the Day 02/20/25
Meet Ike! Ike was dumped with his brother and sadly Ike’s brother was shot and killed. Ike is about 3 years old and tolerates other…
Franklin students participate and compete in chorus festival
Franklin students participated and competed in the Pennsylvania Music Educators Association District 3 chorus festival this month at River Valley High School in Blairsville. Six…
C-L academic decathlon team wins at event
The Clarion-Limestone academic decathlon team recently competed at the Pennsylvania Academic Decathlon (PAAD) regionals event and brought home the first-place plaque for small schools, the…
Nifty at 90: Oil City woman leaves positive impact on loved ones
Josephine “Jo” Lauer, born in 1935, has lived a life full of love, community, and resilience. Raised in Titusville and later moving to Oil City,…
Recent Deaths 02/20/25
William H. “Bill” Wingard, 56, of Shippenville, passed away Tuesday evening, February 18, 2025. Donald L. “Don” Ralston, 73, of Titusville, passed away Monday afternoon,…
Pet of the Day 02/19/25
Meet M’Lynn! M’Lynn was born in June of 2024 and came to the shelter with her mom, Steel Magnolia, and her sisters, Truvy and Ouiser….
Debunking Garden Myths
Traditional beliefs about gardening can sometimes do more harm than good. Learn what research has to say about some popular garden myths. With winter slowly…
Officials discuss possible plan for 100 Seneca makerspace
The Venango County Economic Development Authority discussed plans for the makerspace at 100 Seneca, with makerspace manager Marcy Hall working on its design. Due to…
Recent Deaths 02/19/25
Michael E. Prevost, 59, of Rocky Grove, passed away on February 17, 2025. David Allen (Melvin) Heckman, 68, of Utica, passed away on Monday, February…
Pet of the Day 02/18/25
Meet Nigel! Meet Nigel, an adult male pup who’s as friendly as can be! This stray is smart, playful, and all-around fun. While we don’t…
Major Morgan Plus Max Schang to perform
Major Morgan Plus Max Schang, who will perform blues and soft rock tunes, will perform at the Billy’s has Karma concert series from 7 to…
Recent Deaths 02/18/25
Randall “Randy” Edward Richards, 51, of New Castle, passed away on February 16, 2025. Ronald G. Wenner, 75, of Clarion, formerly of Seneca, died early…
Pet of the Day 02/17/25
Meet Half Stache! Half Stache got his name from the mark on his face. He is a very good boy (5 months old) that would…
Recent Deaths 02/17/25
Sheridan J Cavanaugh III, 68, of Oil City, passed away on Friday, February 14, 2025. Nancy Jane Bauer, 80, of Clarion, passed away on February…
Progress, Setbacks, and the Art of Making Lemonade
You’ve been there. We all have. You start something new, excited and full of hope, and for a little while, it’s going great. The effort…
Venango Technology Center students shine at SkillsUSA event
Students from Venango Technology Center won 29 medals at the SkillsUSA District 10 competition last month across various technical and trade categories. Gold medalists included…
Pleasantville man accused of sexually assaulting minor
A 26-year-old Pleasantville man, Steven T. Cross, is facing multiple felony charges for allegedly sexually assaulting a minor relative on three occasions between October and…
Recent Deaths 02/14/25
Allen Lee Woodcock, 56, of Cooperstown, passed away on February 12, 2025. Theodore J. “Ted” Kubiak, 85, of Titusville, passed away on Monday, February 10,…
Pet of the Day 02/13/25
Meet Fire Kitty! Fire Kitty survived a house fire and than was abandoned. She is a sweet little girl that would love to live in…
Community Playhouse to present Honky Tonk
Community Playhouse, Inc. will present its annual Honky Tonk show, Bringing Back Broadway, on Feb. 21-23 at Moose Lodge 78 in Oil City. Directed by…
Stoneboro author publishes first novel
During the COVID-19 lockdown, Jonathan Haag, 33, of Stoneboro, found inspiration to write his first novel, All of It, a grim-dark post-apocalyptic story exploring hope…
Clarion Kindness Project benefits from pageant
The Miss Sligo Valentine 2025 pageant, held at the Sligo Area Recreation Center, featured 21 contestants aged 3 to 13 who collected 1,119 personal care…
Shippenville man accused of homicide by vehicle
David Smith, 65, of Shippenville, faces multiple charges, including homicide by vehicle while DUI, after allegedly causing a fatal crash on December 14, 2024, in…
Recent Deaths 02/13/25
Jacqueline Jane Bobal, 62, of Bel Air, Maryland, passed away February 8, 2025. Robert George Hile Jr., 63, of Six Points, passed away on February…
Pet of the Day 02/12/25
Meet Nellie! Nellie was born in April of 2024. She is very sweet, loves back scratches, and circles around and around and around and around…
Pruning Apples and Pears in Home Fruit
Generally, fruit trees are pruned to develop a desired tree shape, to improve fruit quality, and to improve air circulation within the tree, which will…
Forest students getting opportunity to earn college credits
Juniors and seniors at West Forest and East Forest high schools can earn dual enrollment college credits through the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford’s College…
Concerns over costs and completion times surround ongoing Clarion County Courthouse project
At a Clarion County commissioners’ meeting, concerns were raised about the courthouse renovation project’s timeline and budget, with officials acknowledging potential delays and a six-figure…
Recent Deaths 02/12/25
Kelly Jo Witherup-Turner, 56, of Chino Valley, Arizona, formerly of Franklin, passed away February 5, 2025. Timothy M. Rudisille, 61, of Oil City, passed away…
Pet of the Day 02/11/25
Meet Remmi! Hello everyone! My name is Remmi, I am a very affectionate, friendly and loyal dog. I am an adult dog, but I have…
Nature Art Showcase People’s Choice Award winners announced
Oil City police: Girl was not in danger of being abducted
Franklin Elks Hoop Shoot winners
The Bus Brothers to perform at Billy’s has Karma
Recent Deaths 02/11/25
Pet of the Day 02/10/25
Nifty at 90: Franklin woman known in many clubs
