December 2023

Deceased man found in Oil City

From staff reports Venango County Coroner Christina Rugh told The Derrick on Saturday night that a 61-year-old Oil City man was found deceased inside a…











Recent Deaths 12/30/23

Anthony George Pitrone, 89, of DuBois, died Dec. 27, 2023. Kathleen A. Roggenkamp, 83, of Titusville, died Dec. 28, 2023. Shirley Elaine Bromley, 88, of…



Overnight Oats

(Family Features) If you’re in need of a quick breakfast, consider starting your day with one of these tasty breakfast ideas. This on-trend Acai Bowl…






Recent Deaths 12/29/23

Fredrick Baker, 81, of Kennerdell, formerly of Franklin, died Dec. 27, 2023. Evelyn L. McKee, 96, formerly of Titusville, died Dec. 22, 2023. Christopher Ray…


Pet of the Day 12/28/23

Meet the stunning Ursula! This absolutely beautiful girl is as sweet as she is pretty. Ursula is approximately 1 year old, only weighs 6 pounds,…


Mini Corn Dog Bites

(Family Features) Rally the family together to make and eat these bite-sized versions of corn dogs for an enjoyable, kid-friendly activity and snack. Parents will…





Recent Deaths 12/28/23

Frances E. “Fran” Carnahan, 90, of Shippenville, died Dec. 27, 2023. H. Jeanne Hindman, 92, of Emlenton, died Dec. 27, 2023. Rochelle Galene Blake, 81,…








Recent Deaths 12/27/23

Dolores Landolt Esparraguera, of Havre de Grace, Maryland, died Dec. 18, 2023. Ella Can ”Dacy” White Anders Morrison, 98, died Dec. 23, 2023. Bruce E….


Pet of the Day 12/26/23

Rocky was recently brought to us when his owners were moving and could not take him. He is an approximately 7-year-old beagle and labrador mix…








Recent Deaths 12/26/23

Rosalie S. “Rosie” Odier, 83, died Dec. 22, 2023. Wilda Kay Hollingsworth, 87, of Rimersburg, formerly of Winter Haven, FL, died Dec. 22, 2023. Mary…




Local Salvation Army exceeds holiday goal

By MICHELLE INCIARRANO Contributing writer Strategically placed volunteers have rung in great tidings for Venango County’s Salvation Army, as the nonprofit has surpassed this year’s…