Ethel Mae Horner, 79, of Tionesta, passed away Monday, April 7, 2025.
Suzanne Douglas, 84, of Franklin, passed away February 23, 2025.
Gayle J. Wheeler passed away on April 8, 2025.
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Meet Deogie! Deogie is a curious and gentle adult dog who is new to the shelter and is patiently waiting for the perfect family to…
Eighteen high school seniors from Clarion County were honored for their dedication to the Clarion County Youth Council, where they’ve spent years tackling important issues…
The “Nifty at 90” series highlights Joanne Hart of Seneca, a vibrant woman who has spent her 90 years collecting friends, experiences, and cherished memories….
Shawn Monper, 32, of Butler, was federally charged for making threats to kill former President Donald Trump, U.S. officials, and ICE agents, according to U.S….
Robert “Rob” Pascorell, 53, of Meadville, formerly of the Cranberry area, passed away around Monday, March 31, 2025. David P. Mayer, 75, of Oil City,…
Meet Bodie! Hello there, my name is Bodie and I am an incredibly affectionate, friendly, and playful young dog. I am a great listener, and…
Franklin’s annual Easter egg hunt will take place Saturday at 11 a.m. in Fountain Park for children ages 8 and under, featuring prize-filled eggs, including…
Clarion Hospital raised the Center for Organ Recovery and Education (CORE) flag to mark April as National Donate Life Month, highlighting the importance of organ,…
The Clarion Area High School prom will be held Saturday, April 26, at The Haskell House in Clarion. The theme is “Tangled.” The promenade will…
Venango County is prepared for the upcoming May 20 primary election, with all 44 voting machines, ADA machines, and a high-speed ballot scanner thoroughly tested…
Robert W. DeLong Sr., 83, of Oil City, passed away on Thursday, April 10, 2025. Doris Mae Frank Pritchard, 97, of Flagstaff, Arizona, passed away…
Meet Meme! Meme is a sweet kitty looking for a forever home to call her own. She can be a bit shy at first but…
The 5 a.m. running group of, from left, Scott Bailey, Rebekah Deal, Kevin Fox, Emma Davis and Tony Ruth on Wednesday morning were riding in…
Venango Youth for Christ will hold its annual overnight R.I.O.T event Friday evening into Saturday morning for students in grades 6-12. Registration is at 9:15…
Ricky L. Sharp, 66, of Oil City, died Tuesday morning, April 8, 2025. Donald A. “Don” Sopher, 80, of Irwin Twp., Venango Co., passed away…
Pennsylvania Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding announced that four more counties, including Venango, have been added to the state’s spotted lanternfly quarantine zone due to the…
Thomas B. Tenney Jr., 63, of Canadohta Lake and formerly of Oil City, passed away April 5, 2025. Christine Renee Silvis, 75, of Seneca, passed…
Meet Reuben! “Hi, my name is Reuben, and I am a two-year-old male who is just full of love and curiosity! I am a very…
Jeffrey “Duke” Cauvel, 52, of Franklin, passed away on April 3, 2025. Harold Dewayne “Dee-Dee” Heller, 88, of Sugarcreek, passed away on Friday, April 4,…
Meet Matilda! Matilda is a shy girl who would do best in a quiet home. She can take some time to warm up and adjust…
East and West Forest sixth- and seventh-graders recently traveled to Clarion for a field trip at PennWest University. They visited Carlson Library for a tour…
William “Bus, Buster” Clark, 78, of Sligo, passed away on Wednesday, April 2, 2025. Frederick “Fred” Edwin Clark, 80, of Lancaster, OH, passed away on…
Meet Jeffrey! Jeffery is a curious young guy looking for his forever home! He is very friendly and affectionate and he loves to play. He…
Two Indiana men face charges after a firearm accidentally discharged in Pennsylvania, critically injuring a seven-year-old girl. Nicholas Mason Helms, 23, was handling a 9…
Bonnie J. Rupert Lewis, 51, of Emlenton, Richland Twp., Clarion County, passed away on Tuesday afternoon, April 1, 2025. Nicole “Nikki” R. Byler, 52, of…
Early blooming native trees provide many benefits to the landscape and our native pollinators. The unfolding of spring after a long winter can make us…
Meet Wendel! Sweet Wendel is looking for a forever home to call his own. Wendel is FIV+ which means he would need to be the…
The jail board was updated on various matters at the Venango County jail during their brief meeting Tuesday. Venango County Prison Warden Adam Craig said…
Gavin “Gav” Nathaniel Presto, 25, of Lickingville, passed away on March 30, 2025. Nicole “Nikki” R. Byler, 52, of Franklin, passed away on April 1,…
Throughout March we’ve talked about investment – not just in the financial sense, but in what we choose to care about, build, and sustain for…
