Ralph G. Deeter, 78, of Cooperstown, passed away the morning of Tuesday, September 10, 2024.
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Meet Reggie! Reggie is a gentle boy who loves being with other kitties and adores people. Unfortunately, he acquired Feline Leukemia (FeLV+) as a kitten….
Forest County Sheriff William Carbaugh announced the 12th annual “Shop with a Cop” program, which pairs underprivileged children with local law enforcement to shop for…
Potatoes and Sweet Potatoes Canning New White Potatoes IMPORTANT: Safe canning recipes have only been developed for whole or sliced potatoes. Do not…
Valley Grove School District Superintendent Kevin Briggs updated residents on the progress of Title IX policy revisions during Monday’s board meeting. The district’s policy committee…
The Venango County Economic Development Authority received updates on the ongoing renovations at 100 Seneca in Oil City and the planned makerspace on the building’s…
The Franklin School District is redirecting leftover funds from HVAC projects that came in under budget to other needed upgrades. With $80,495.53 in American Rescue…
The Titusville Area School District introduced six of its ten new teachers during a recent board meeting, including two from Venango County. Among them were…
Sue Ann Knight, 75, of Shippenville, passed away on Monday, September 16, 2024, Kevin Mark Anthony, 65, of Parker, PA, passed away Sunday afternoon September…
Meet Nelly! Nelly is a real sweetheart, and is looking for someone to love! This gorgeous girl is approximately two years old and absolutely loves…
The Oil Region Astronomical Society (ORAS) is hosting its 30th annual Astroblast event from Tuesday through Sunday in the first week of October. This event…
Joshua Andrew Jack, 34, from Franklin, is facing aggravated assault charges following an incident on Friday at Two Mile Run County Park, where he allegedly…
The Belles Lettres Club has announced recipients of this year’s $500 scholarships are Simon Burkett and Emma Womer, both recent Oil City Area High School…
Benjamin Bodimer Jr., 42, from Emlenton, is facing charges after an incident on Saturday night in Rockmere where he allegedly disturbed the Cranberry Township community…
Jayne B. Russell, of Cooperstown, passed away early Thursday morning, September 12, 2024. William Russell “Bill” Best, 74, of Kossuth, passed away Thursday, September 12,…
Meet Tortilla! Tortilla recently came to us with her babies. She was from a home that just had too many cats and had to surrender…
The Oil City Knights of Columbus is planning a celebration next month to observe the club’s 125-year anniversary. Events will be held Saturday, Oct. 12,…
The Mayfest Community Association donated $9,500 to the Washington Township Volunteer Fire Department and Quick Response Service (QRS), with $6,000 presented during a family movie…
Franklin High School has been recognized as an Outstanding Visual Arts Community for 2024 by the Pennsylvania Art Education Association during Arts in Education Week….
Curt L. Morrow, 69, of Franklin, died on Wednesday afternoon, Sept. 11, 2024. William Russell Best, 74, of Cranberry, passed away Thursday morning, September 12,…
Meet Tux & Echo! Meet Tux & Echo, the young bonded pair! These two cuties came to us as strays and are in search of…
Franklin’s Bandstand Park will host PetFest, formerly DukeFest, this Saturday, offering a variety of pet-centered activities and raising funds for Precious Paws Animal Rescue. The…
Over 200 people attended the 50-year reunion of Franklin High School’s Class of 1974 on August 16-17. The event began with a meet-and-greet at Benjamin’s…
The city of Franklin is working to fill several vacancies on important boards and commissions, including the Planning and Zoning Commission, the Historical and Architectural…
David Edward Nicol, 81, formerly of Venango County, passed away September 1, 2024. Marilyn F. Reed, 101, of Foxburg, passed away Tuesday morning, September 10,…
Meet Dorothy! Dorothy is about 4 months old and would love a home for the holidays. She is very loving and likes to cuddle. She…
PNC Bank is planning to close its Franklin drive-through branch at the intersection of Liberty and 12th streets next month. A PNC representative confirmed the…
The North Clarion School District Board voted 5-4 against approving changes to its Title IX policy, which would have expanded protections to include sexual orientation,…
The Franklin City Council approved a grant for the Fire Department to aid in purchasing a new fire truck, receiving $663,972 from the federal Emergency…
The Meadow Church Road bridge in Cranberry Township is closed starting today for a replacement project expected to last six to eight weeks, with completion…
Ralph G. Deeter, 78, of Cooperstown, passed away the morning of Tuesday, September 10, 2024. For complete obituaries, pick up a copy of The…
