Friends for Food passes $10,000
The Friends for Food campaign has now raised a total of $10,390, with an additional $4,915 added to the effort this week. The annual fundraiser,…
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West Forest to hold homecoming celebration on Saturday
West Forest High School’s homecoming celebration has been scheduled for Saturday and will feature several events throughout the day. Festivities will begin with the homecoming…
Marigolds: From Folklore to the Home Garden
With vibrant golden blooms that complement the color of autumn leaves, marigolds are a favorite annual flower. With an almost neon-like color, marigolds help brighten…
Recent Deaths 10/08/25
Alan Eugene Zinz, 77, of North Odgen, Utah, passed away on October 5, 2025. Howard Allen O’Neil, 85, of Cranberry, passed away in the early…
Pet of the Day 10/07/25
Meet Mama T’Pring! Mama T’Pring was born in January of 2023 and was brought to PAWs recently with all of her housemates when her owner…
Pink Splash for the Cure to change venues
Franklin’s annual Pink Splash for the Cure is moving today’s event to the Franklin Knights of Columbus Hall due to a forecast of inclement weather….
Recent Deaths 10/07/25
Margie L. Amon, 74, of Ennis, TX, passed away on September 27, 2025. Gary C. Marshall, 82, of Oil City, died Sunday October 5, 2025….
Pet of the Day 10/06/25
Meet Coal! Coal is a sweet young feline looking for a forever home of his own. He is very playful and loves to be held….
Pink Splash for the Cure will return to Franklin
Before the City of Franklin shuts off the Egbert Memorial Fountain for the winter, Pink Splash for the Cure will host its annual fundraiser on…
Recent Deaths 10/06/25
James K. “Jim” Sidora, 70, of Seneca, passed away on Thursday, October 2, 2025. Kenneth Lee Moorehead, 83, of Oil City, passed away on Thursday,…
From Soggy Bottom to Something Better
By: Selina Pedi-Smith, Pellere Foundation If you know me, you know I have a hard time sitting still. So, of course, as soon as I…
Pet of the Day 10/04/25
Meet Tribble! Tribble was born in January of 2017 and was brought to PAWs recently with all of her housemates when her owner was diagnosed…
Inclusion section now opens at Franklin library
Amanda Barker, left, branch manager of the Franklin and Cooperstown Library, and Chloe Boden, director of community programs for The Arc of Clarion and Venango…
15th Street road work could cause traffic
Franklin drivers may want to avoid Route 8 near the intersection of 15th and Buffalo streets on Monday and Tuesday, as sewer work tied to…
Recent Deaths 10/04/25
James D. Ongley, 64, of Pleasantville, passed away on October 1, 2025. Anetta Jean Radaker, 69, of Knox, passed away on Tuesday, September 30, 2025….
Pet of the Day 10/03/25
Meet Penelope! Miss Penelope is a fun, affectionate, and energetic kitten looking for her forever family! She loves to play, both independently and with other…
Cranberry homecoming court
Members of the 2025 Cranberry Area High School homecoming court are, first row from left: Zofia Earp, Rhetta Boocks, Raquel Knight, Kallie Mong, Laynee McTiernan…
Franklin teacher holds book signing
Franklin Area High School art teacher and newly published author Darrellyn Freeman held a book-signing Friday in Brookville for her debut children’s book, Spazzle and…
YMCA employee receives honor
Raymond Beichner, property manager at the Scenic Rivers YMCA in Oil City, recently received a Certificate of Appreciation from the Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary,…
Franklin Save A Lot is closing today; future of store uncertain
Franklin’s Save A Lot on Grant Street will close at 5 p.m. today, following the Titusville location’s closure after their shared franchise owner stepped down….
Recent Deaths 10/03/25
Lucas R. Kauffman, 46, of Franklin, passed away September 30, 2025. Clair Victor Curll “C.V.”, 68, of Harrisville, passed away on Wednesday, October 1, 2025….
Pet of the Day 10/02/25
Meet Ed! Hey there! I’m Eddie, and I’m on the lookout for my fur-ever family. I’m a playful pup with a not-so-puppyish quiet side, which…
Autumn Leaf Festival scholarship pageant set for Oct. 5
The 2025 Miss Junior Teen and Miss Teen ALF Scholarship Program will be held Sunday, Oct. 5, at Clarion-Limestone High School Auditorium as part of…
Clarion homecoming court
Clarion Area High School has announced its 2025 Homecoming court. Back row, from left, Nathan Frederick, Mason Burford, Gabe Anderson, Brendan Bettwy, Hayden Hindman and…
Richardson’s passion is Franklin
Mary Ann Richardson, a 1951 Franklin High graduate, is being inducted into the school’s Hall of Fame for her lifetime dedication to the community. Known…
Horsethief Days panel did ‘an awesome job,’ looks to 2026
This year’s Horsethief Days in Knox was deemed a success, and the planning committee is already preparing for a major triple-anniversary celebration in 2026 —…
Clarion couple die in crash; two others flown to hospital
A three-vehicle crash on Route 68 in Monroe Township Tuesday afternoon claimed the lives of Michael Brumbaugh Sr., 64, and his wife, Trudy, 62, both…
Recent Deaths 10/02/25
Clark Allen Fike, 55, of Fairview, passed away September 30, 2025. Robert E. Perry Jr., 69, of Oil City, died on Wednesday morning, October 1,…
Pet of the Day 10/01/25
Meet Earl! Earl was born in April of 2025 and brought to PAWS with his siblings: Darnell, Randy & Catalina. He is an adorable little…
Pumpkin auction to benefit UPMC Northwest School of Radiology
The UPMC Northwest School of Radiology is raising funds with an online pumpkin auction. Between now and 11:55 p.m. on Monday, people may bid to…
Man sentenced for drug trafficking near school, day care
A former Sharon resident was sentenced to 140 months in federal prison for fentanyl and cocaine trafficking within 1,000 feet of an elementary school and…
Recent Deaths 10/01/25
Charles Jackson Fry, 82, of Franklin (Cranberry Township), died on Sunday, September 28, 2025. For complete obituaries, pick up a copy of The Derrick…
Pet of the Day 09/30/25
Meet Destiny Rose! Destiny Rose is a sweet and friendly cat looking for a forever home of her own. She does enjoy attention but is…
Clarion Alzheimer’s walk raises $33,600
Around 200 people gathered at Lost in the Wilds Brewing in Shippenville on Thursday for the 2025 Walk to End Alzheimer’s Clarion event, which raised…
Grove City College: No campus gun incident
According to Grove City College’s social media page, no evidence was found by law enforcement to confirm a report of an individual with a gun…
Franklin Area High School graduate releases first album
Franklin Area High School graduate Gabe Taylor has taken the first big step in his music career with the release of his debut album, Rock…
Recent Deaths 09/30/25
Misty Marie (Ward) Ketcham, 38, and her unborn baby, of Batesburg, SC, passed away on Wednesday, September 24, 2025. Jason Lester Cox, 50, passed away…
Pet of the Day 09/29/25
Meet Wizzer! Wizzer was born in March of 2025 and came to PAWS with his siblings: Fidget & Roly Poly. He is a lovely, puffy…
Recent Deaths 09/29/25
James D. “Jim” Stephens, 80, of Rocky Grove, passed away on Saturday, September 27, 2025. Thomas “Tom” Edward Shiner Sr., 92, of Franklin, passed away…
Pet of the Day 09/27/25
Meet Jyn! Meet Jyn! This sweet lady is looking for a forever home of her own. Jyn is FIV+, which means she would need to…
Allegheny National Forest ATV trails to close for season
The U.S. Forest Service will close all ATV and Off-Highway Motorcycle trails in Allegheny National Forest for the season at 11:59 p.m. Sunday. Exceptions include…
Small Miracles and Happy Accidents
By: Selina Pedi-Smith, Pellere Foundation This summer hasn’t just been about things breaking down (belts, bolts, my patience…), but even more it’s been about what…
Recent Deaths 09/27/25
Dennis Lee Morgan, 80, of Mayport, passed away on Friday morning, September 26, 2025. Bruce W. Reynolds, 90, of Pleasantville, passed away on Thursday evening,…
Pet of the Day 09/26/25
Meet Randy! Randy was born in April of 2025 and came to PAWS with her siblings: Darnell, Ear & Catalina. She is a lovely little…
Recent Deaths 09/26/25
Dave McMullen, 71, of Hendersonville, passed away September 18, 2025. Gerald “Jerry” Lee Woods, 79, of Franklin, passed away on September 24, 2025. Martin J….
Pet of the Day 09/25/25
Meet Claire and Charlee! This energetic, playful, and very affectionate pair of kittens is looking for a forever family to call their own. They love…
‘Singin’ In the Rain’ comes to the Barrow-Civic Theatre
“Singin’ In the Rain,” a 1952 American musical, is an entertaining mix of romance and comedy. Two popular silent movie stars, Don and Lina, are…
Dog dies in Oakland house fire; no one injured
One dog died in a house fire at 217 Deets School Road in Oakland Township on Tuesday evening, however no one else was injured. According…
Surgery puts woman back on the road to an active life
After a near-paralyzing fall in early 2024, 56-year-old Jill Moore of Shippenville underwent spine surgery by Dr. Jacob Smith at UPMC Northwest that restored her…
Recent Deaths 09/25/25
Laynee Grace McFeaters, 2 months, of Franklin, passed away on Monday, September 22, 2025. For complete obituaries, pick up a copy of The Derrick…