Athena is a young, energetic girl who came to us because her owner could no longer care for her. Athena can be wary of new people but once you have gained her trust she is all about getting lots of love and cuddles! She loves to run and play in our fenced area. Her previous owner told us that Athena is good with other animals but she would like to meet any other dogs in the home prior to adoption. If you can give this beautiful young girl a patient, adventurous, and loving forever home, apply today! Visit Athena at the Venango County Humane Society from noon to 5 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays.
Pet of the Day 5/11/22
Pet of the Day 07/15/25
Meet Felix! Felix is a very adventuresome and friendly kitten who has been with other cats in his foster home. He loves to play and…
Color run supports student-athlete
Jayden Miller, a Franklin Area High School track team member and student at Rocky Grove High School, supports teammate Austin Wallace, who is battling cancer,…
DOH alerts residents about recall of children’s bikes due to lead levels
The Pennsylvania Department of Health (DOH) has alerted parents and caregivers in a press release about the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission’s recall of SPPTTY…
Meadville police investigate officers’ struggle with suspect
Meadville police issued a statement over the weekend addressing a widely viewed video showing a struggle during the Friday arrest of Nathan Koman on Baldwin…
Recent Deaths 07/15/25
Juanita Jane Berlin, 71, of Oil City, formerly of Corry, passed away on June 25, 2025. For complete obituaries, pick up a copy of…
Pet of the Day 07/14/25
Meet Snickers! You are not you when you are hungry. So grab a Snickers. If you ever wanted your own Grumpy cat, look no further….
Franklin’s Olive Vault under new ownership
After six years of business, The Olive Vault in Franklin has new owners — Kipp and Candi Walton — who recently purchased the specialty food…
Oil City Arts Council celebrates opening of new gallery space
The Oil City Arts Council officially opened its new gallery and event space — the MAC (Music, Arts and Culture) Event Center — with a…
Recent Deaths 07/14/25
Donald L. Newton, Jr., “Paco”, 71, of Franklin, died Friday, July 11, 2025. Timothy F. Doyle Sr., 72, of Clarks Mills, passed away on July…
Pet of the Day 07/12/25
Meet Jo Polniaczek! Jo was born in May of 2024. She is a sweet, snuggly little girl. She is a little shy, but very affectionate…
Playground improvements, firetruck funding discussed in Franklin
Franklin City Council awarded a $58,000 contract to TIP Construction for replacing the 11th Street Playground fence with a decorative stainless-steel one, funded mostly by…
Group’s event in Clarion to draw awareness to human trafficking
PASSAGES Inc. and its Teen Advocacy Group (TAG) are bringing the Red Sand Project to Clarion on July 30 to raise awareness about human trafficking…
Recent Deaths 07/12/25
Cindy Sue Glass, 55, of Venus, passed away on July 4, 2025. Terry Lee Leadbetter, 64, of Corsica, passed away on Thursday evening, July 10,…
Pet of the Day 07/11/25
Meet Aloe! Aloe is large, in charge, and ready to find the perfect forever home! Aloe can take a bit of time to warm up…
CATA launches new ‘CATA Pay’ mobile ticket app for Venango County fixed routes
Beginning Monday, the Crawford Area Transportation Authority (CATA) will phase out the Token Transit app in Venango County and introduce the new CATA Pay mobile…
‘America’s Best Restaurants’ will feature Bella Cucina
Bella Cucina in Franklin will be featured on the America’s Best Restaurants (ABR) Roadshow on July 22, spotlighting the upscale downtown eatery’s popular dishes and…
Recent Deaths 07/09/25
John James Dunkerley, 70, of Oil City, passed away July 7, 2025. Mary Margaret “Marge” Astorino, 80, of Franklin, passed away on Monday, July 7,…
Pet of the Day 07/08/25
Meet Stormi! This spunky girl is loud and proud, and she has a lot to say. She is very vocal, especially around meal times, and…
Precious Paws fundraiser to host animal advocate
Kris Rotonda, founder of Jordan’s Way LLC, will bring his national fundraising tour to Precious Paws Animal Rescue in Franklin tonight from 6 to 9…
Shapiro honors area PennDOT workers
A team from PennDOT District 1 in northwestern Pennsylvania received the Governor’s Awards for Excellence for their outstanding response to a record-breaking snowstorm in Erie…
Recent Deaths 07/08/25
Judith Lee Hoover Porter Pastorius Davis, 70, of Oil City, passed away on Sunday, July 6, 2025. John Michael Frances, 70, of Limestone, passed away…
Pet of the Day 07/07/25
Meet Mary Jane! Mary Jane used to be someone’s pet. She used to be loved. Someone took the time to spay her and microchip her….
Recent Deaths 07/07/25
Molly D. Sanchez, 64, of Oil City, passed away on Saturday, July 5, 2025. Edward W. Anderson, 68, of Oil City, died Friday morning, July…
Pet of the Day 07/05/25
Meet Pookie Jack! Pookie Jack was born in November of 2013. Pookie Jack is a beautiful boy looking for a new home. He came to…
Clarion County gets its 2nd Sheetz
Clarion County residents flocked to the grand opening of the area’s second Sheetz store, located in Monroe Township, which employs nearly 30 people and features…
Kirtland Foundation awards scholarships to students
The Kirtland Cancer Foundation has awarded 20 Venango County college students a $2,000 scholarship for the 2025-26 school year. The scholarship assists students whose immediate…
It was a homecoming of sorts for ‘I Love Clarion’
For the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic, the “I Love Clarion” event returned to the PennWest Clarion stadium on Thursday. “The mall was great…
Recent Deaths 07/05/25
Evelyn “Margaret” Banks, 62, of Reno and Henry’s Bend, passed away February 4, 2025. Nancy Boyer LeRoy, 64, of Kennerdell, passed away July 1, 2025….
Where the Echo Still Lingers: Part Two
Byline: Selina Pedi-Smith, Pellere Foundation Two weeks ago, we asked a simple question: Where are your memories held? We asked for your moments, your places,…
Pet of the Day 07/03/25
Meet Oakley! Oakley is a stunning, smart, and friendly young lady who is full of curiosity and love! She was found as a stray, but…
Boil advisory lifted for East Brady, Rimersburg, and Petrolia
Oil City man charged with cutting down hedges, threatening neighbors
Recent Deaths 07/03/25
Pet of the Day 07/02/25
Local cadet earns Billy Mitchell award
Anesthetist charged with drug theft
Polk woman faces charges for failing to pay funeral expenses, escaping confinement
