Clintonville Mayor Megan Weber held the borough’s fourth annual community Christmas tree event on Dec. 6. Members of the community decorated the tree with items they had donated, such as mittens, hats, small toys and snacks. People are encouraged to take these items as needed. Free cookies and hot chocolate were provided by Denny and Vickie Weber. The tree will remain up until Dec. 26. The tree was donated by C&A Trees, of Clarion.
A Christmas tree that gives
Pet of the Day 12/15/25
Meet Rena! Rena was born in April of 2025 and is learning to get along with the other kitties. She is very vocal and tends…
A Christmas tree that gives
Clintonville Mayor Megan Weber held the borough’s fourth annual community Christmas tree event on Dec. 6. Members of the community decorated the tree with items…
Clarion’s Wreaths Across America Day offers perspective
The National Wreaths Across America Day observance at Clarion Cemetery on Saturday honored local veterans with a focus on remembrance and gratitude, as organizer Noreen…
Recent Deaths 12/15/25
Denise Theresa Blanchette, 62, of Fryburg, passed away Tuesday, December 2, 2025. Thomas L. Rennard, 72, of Oil City, passed away Friday, December 12, 2025….
Pet of the Day 12/13/25
Meet McBride! McBride was born in October of 2024 and spent his first year of life looking out for himself. He was recently trapped and…
Recent Deaths 12/13/25
Joyce Ann Drake, 81, of Oil City, passed away Wednesday, December 3, 2025. Anthony O. Davis, 81, Oil City, passed away Thursday, December 11, 2025….
Pet of the Day 12/12/25
Meet Dorothy Ann aka “Dot”! Dot was born in May of 2025 and is a very sweet little girl. She was very shy when she…
Michigan man charged in death of infant daughter in Franklin; toxicology report identifies meth in bloodstream
A Michigan man, Noah De La Vergne, has been charged with involuntary manslaughter, child endangerment, and drug offenses following the 2024 death of his 2-month-old…
Free Christmas meals once again available
The Venango County Democratic Party and the Venango-Clarion Chapter of the Northwest Pennsylvania Area Labor Federation are continuing their tradition of delivering free Christmas meals…
C-L schools shake up things at reorganizational meeting
The Clarion-Limestone School Board’s recent reorganizational meeting brought major leadership changes as newly elected members Bobby Smith and Thomas Walter were sworn in alongside incumbents,…
Recent Deaths 12/12/25
Randall Lee Keister, 78, of Luella, Texas, passed away on November 19, 2025. For complete obituaries, pick up a copy of The Derrick for…
Pet of the Day 12/11/25
Meet Lotus! Lotus was born in April of 2025. She is a loving, outgoing little girl who absolutely loves to be held like a baby…
Snowy weather leads to multiple crashes in Venango, Clarion
Temperatures swinging above and below freezing made roads dangerously slick on Wednesday, leading to a string of crashes and temporary road closures across Venango and…
Venango County Sheriff’s Office AAA Award
Venango County Sheriff Deputies Richard Goldsmith, left, and DevinJohn Crisafi pose with AAA’s Community Traffic Safety Award, which they received on behalf of the sheriff’s…
Recent Deaths 12/11/25
Carl Ellsworth Smith, 78, of Aberdeen, Ohio, passed away on Tuesday night, December 9, 2025. William Harry Best, 92, of Oil City, passed away Tuesday,…
Pet of the Day 12/08/25
Meet Okra! Okra was born in August of 2025. He is a beautiful Classic Silver Tabby and is super friendly and affectionate. He was born…
Recent Deaths 12/08/25
Patty Ellen Gallagher, 69, of Franklin, passed away on December 4, 2025. Judith “Judy” Ann Wolfgang, 77, of Warren, passed away on December 1, 2025….
Pet of the Day 12/06/25
Meet Eggplant a.k.a. Eggy! Eggy was born in August of 2025. He is such a sweet little guy with his striking dark gray fur and…
Titusville Council on the Arts to host two free holiday shows at Pitt-Titusville
The Titusville Council on the Arts will present two free holiday performances at the Education & Training Center at Pitt-Titusville on Dec. 10 and 17….
North Clarion School Board reappoints president, vice president
The North Clarion School Board held its annual reorganizational meeting Wednesday, unanimously re-electing Scott Daum as president and Jeff Barron as vice president, and appointing…
Red Light, Green Light, Gratitude
Last week, I talked about noticing. How travel, or even someone else’s travel story, can jolt us out of autopilot. And it is amazing when noticing leads…
Recent Deaths 12/06/25
William “Bill” D. Jones, 80, of Franklin, passed away Wednesday, December 3, 2025. Joyce Ann Drake, 81, of Oil City, passed away Wednesday, December 3,…
Pet of the Day 12/05/25
Meet Pavetta a.k.a. Etta! Pavetta was born in July of 2025. She is the most stunning of her litter. The beauty queen of the group….
Recent Deaths 12/05/25
Lori A. Smith, 60, of Templeton, passed away on Wednesday, December 3, 2025. Glenna J. Hornbeck, 66, of West Hickory, passed away on December 3,…
Pet of the Day 12/04/25
Meet Bagel! Bagel was born in April of 2025 and brought to PAWS when he was about 3 months old. He is a sweet little…
Red Cross encourages holiday blood donations
The American Red Cross is urging area residents to give blood this holiday season, a time when donations traditionally drop but patient needs remain high….
Oakland Township enters second phase of Veterans Banner Project
Oakland Township’s Veterans Banner Project is entering Phase 2 after strong community support and the successful creation of 55 banners honoring local veterans and service…
Nifty at 90: Franklin matriarch celebrates 90 years of family
Nancy J. King of Franklin is celebrating her 90th birthday, marking a life rooted in resilience, family, and community. The daughter of Plummer and Ethel…
Recent Deaths 12/04/25
Sherry Lee Cornecki, 79, of Vowinckel, passed away Tuesday, December 2, 2025. Carl E. “Carlco” Matthews Jr., 81, of Titusville, passed away on Thursday, November…
Pet of the Day 12/03/25
Meet Comet! Hello, my name is Comet, and I am a very friendly and playful dog. I came to the humane society as a stray….
Utica man charged for illegal possession of firearm following poaching
LIHEAP season will open today
Clarion’s Christmas Bird Count scheduled
Counselor, Pilates instructor pleased with Liberty Vault setup
Holly: Legends, Customs, and Myths
Recent Deaths 12/03/25
Pet of the Day 12/02/25
