March 2024


Recent Deaths 3/18/24

Jeffrey A. Dinger, 69, of Oil City, died March 16, 2024. John C. “Jack” Hynes, 98, of Oil City, died March 16, 2024. Sandra “Sandy”…











Recent Deaths 3/16/24

Mary K. Johnson, 83, of Reno, died March 13, 2024. Henry E. Beichner, 82, of Shippenville, died March 11, 2024. William C. Fesenmyer, 74, of…


Pet of the Day 3/15/24

Sweet little Poco recently was found as a stray and is in search of a new address! Super affectionate and lovable, this little boy just…


Roasted Pecans

(Family Features) The foundation of healthy eating may include nutritious breakfasts, lunches and dinners, but just as important are the snacks in-between meals. Regardless of…






Recent Deaths 3/15/24

Amy Marie Greene, 47, of Sarver, died March 12, 2024. Maxine Simpson, 92, of Emlenton, died March 12, 2024.   For complete obituaries, pick up…




Venango is Future Ready 

By RAQUEL KNIGHT Student contributor On Thursday, Feb. 29, the VenangoREADY Education Committee for the Venango Chamber of Commerce held its Educator event and Industry…



Deep Hollow rollover accident

This one-vehicle rollover crash occurred at about 5 p.m. Wednesday on Deep Hollow Road just outside Oil City. The crash caused a section of the…






Recent Deaths 3/14/24

Margaret Ann Beightol, 93, of Franklin, died March 12, 2024. Janice Helene (Anderson) Horn died March 9, 2024. Suzann Slagle, 90, of Titusville, died March…




Pennwest Homes workers end strike

From staff reports Pennwest Homes and its union workers recently arrived at an agreement on a new contract. Representatives with both the Emlenton-area company and…







Recent Deaths 3/13/24

George Wesley Bryan, 80, of Oil City, died March 9, 2024. Harry R. Truax, 73, of Rimersburg, died March 11, 2024. James E. “Worm” Van…









Recent Deaths 3/12/24

Marie C. LaVan, 82, of Shippenville, died March 9, 2024. Robert Eugene “Gene” Fair, 76, of Perryville, Parker, died March 10, 2024. Barbara M. Cisek…



Chocolate Loaf

(Family Features) What better way to celebrate friendship and camaraderie than with comforting foods all can enjoy. Sourdoughs and friendship breads may go in and…