Police said the boy is accused of raping another 16-year-old boy at the facility last fall.
The boy has been charged with rape, involuntary deviate sexual intercourse and sexual assault, and the case is awaiting further court action, police said.
Meet Joker! Meet Joker! This sweet boy is looking for a forever home to call his own. Joker has FeLV, or Feline Leukemia, and would…
Central Electric Cooperative has selected five area high school juniors to attend the annual Youth Tour in Washington, D.C., where more than 1,800 students from…
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation is inviting the public to review plans for a project to repair sections of four roadways in Venango, Forest, Crawford…
Chandra Beth Felmlee, 59, of Victory Heights, passed away on Monday, March 9, 2026. Dale “Sonny” Early, 86, formerly of Hilliards, passed away on March…
Meet Petunia! If you are looking for a loyal constant companion, Petunia is your dog! She is an approximately 5 year old female Miniature Bernadoodle…
Oil City High School will present “The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical” at 7:30 p.m. Thursday through Saturday in the school auditorium. Based on…
DeBence Antique Music World in Franklin and the Venango County Historical Society will host a free mixed-art performance titled “Under the Same Sky” at 7…
A Pennsylvania State Police corporal with more than a decade of service was killed during a traffic stop Sunday night in Chester County. Cpl. Timothy…
Charles E. Barr, 88, of Oil City, died Saturday, March 7, 2026. For complete obituaries, pick up a copy of The Derrick for this…
Meet Bacon! Bacon is 65 pounds of adoring love. He is 6 years old. He bays when you say “skibbity.” Bacon is housebroken and well…
Warm temperatures and a long-standing March tradition brought dozens of volunteers to Sugar Creek on Friday to help stock trout ahead of Pennsylvania’s opening day…
Sean Reynolds, one-half of Tunes in a Bucket, will perform from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the final Billy’s has Karma show of the…
The Philadelphia Courts issued a statewide fraud alert Sunday warning residents about a scam text message claiming to be from the Traffic Division of Philadelphia…
Donald Lee Rumbaugh, 59, of Nectarine, passed away March 6, 2026. Rhonda L. King, 66, of Franklin, passed away on March 6, 2026. Robert L….
Meet Lucky Sunday! Lucky Sunday was born in the winter of 2023. He has had a rough life and is missing an ear. Despite all…
Meet Pup Pup! Meet Pup Pup, a beautiful, loving 2 year old, female, mixed breed looking for a new forever home! Pup Pup was surrendered…
Grace Turk of Polk, a graphic design student pursuing a Bachelor of Design degree at PennWest Edinboro, has been selected as one of 15 finalists…
A Franklin woman was fatally injured Tuesday night in a one-vehicle crash on Route 62 in Mercer County. Kimberly Lawson, 60, of Franklin was driving…
The United Way of Venango and Titusville Region has received a $75,000 investment from Venango County Human Services to expand its Youth Enrichment Program, increasing…
About 20 volunteers gathered Sunday at Tionesta Lake to cut and pile alder in an effort to improve wildlife habitat and encourage new growth. Volunteers…
Brent Allen Baker, 59, of Oil City, passed away on February 27, 2026. Michael Alan Campbell, 77, of Harrisville, passed away on March 3, 2026….
Meet Sam! Sam is a playful boy that loves to go on walks and chase a ball. He would make a great family pet. You…
Three Cranberry students were honored with the Larry Walker SEI (Service, Effort and Initiative) Memorial Awards at Monday’s Cranberry Lions Club meeting. Pictured (from left)…
The Clarion County Democratic Committee has extended its “Meal-in-a-Bag” food drive through March 16, featuring a chicken cobbler kit and seeking additional pantry staples to…
Seven students from Franklin High School recently participated in the Pennsylvania Music Educators Association District 3 Band Festival at Clarion High School. They are (front,…
The Venango County Association of Township Officials will hold its Spring Dinner on April 11 at the Oakland Township Volunteer Fire Hall, with registration at…
The Southern Clarion County Regional Police Department has announced its 2026 board of directors and leadership team. Members are (back, from left) president Rev. Gordon…
Deborah Sue Burgdorfer, 71, of Oil City, passed away on Monday, March 2, 2026. Jack C. Winger, 83, of Shippenville, passed away on March 2,…
Meet Skeeter! Skeeter was born in July of 2024 and was surrendered with her son, Pidder, when their family’s dog became aggressive with them. She…
State dog wardens will canvass Venango County throughout March to ensure all dogs are licensed and vaccinated. Under Pennsylvania law, all dogs must be licensed…
