Cranberry High School’s Veterans Day program
Pet of the Day 10/29/25
Meet Pugsley Addams! Pugsley was born in April of 2025 and came to PAWS with his siblings, Enid, Wednesday, and Ajax. He is a sweet…
Oil City schools receive honor from Pennsylvania School Board Association
The Pennsylvania School Boards Association honored Oil City School District as a Great Pennsylvania School during Monday’s board meeting, presenting a ribbon to mark the…
Staff attendance up, student disciplinary referrals down: Franklin schools’ year in review
The Franklin Area School Board learned Monday that staff absenteeism and student disciplinary referrals declined in 2024-2025. Superintendent Eugene Thomas presented an AI-assisted year-in-review highlighting…
Oil City man and woman accused of kidnapping girl on their street
An Oil City couple, Jose Libreros, 27, and Kimberly Andino-Vazquez, 42, have been charged with kidnapping a young girl and holding her at their Jefferson…
Common Milkweed
Common milkweed, Asclepias syriaca, not only provides nectar for butterflies, bees, and other pollinators but is a larval host plant for butterflies and moths. Description…
Recent Deaths 10/29/25
Timothy “Spaz” Prelog, 54, of West Hickory, passed away on October 26, 2025. William J. “Bill” Hile Jr., 65, of East Brady, passed away late…
Pet of the Day 10/28/25
Meet Oreo! Oreo had puppies back in the spring. They all found homes and now it’s her turn! She can be a little slow to…
Good Hope to provide Thanksgiving meals
Good Hope Lutheran Church will deliver full Thanksgiving meals to the elderly, shut-in and homebound members of the community on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 27. The…
Recent Deaths 10/28/25
Timothy Eugene Ortz, 67, of New Bethlehem, passed away early Monday morning, October 27, 2025. Jane Marie Sandieson, 73, of Franklin, passed away on October…
Pet of the Day 10/27/25
Meet Nash! Nash is a rescue favorite. You cannot walk into her cage without being loved on. Nash is a lap kitty that loves attention….
Haunted history tour gives insight into Franklin’s darker past
The inaugural Franklinstein Haunted History Tour, hosted by Franklin Preservation and the Barrow-Civic Theatre, drew a large crowd Saturday night for a spooky journey into…
Recent Deaths 10/27/25
James A. Westlake, 56, of Oil City, passed away on October 24, 2025. Elizabeth J. “Betty” Franklin, 80, of Duncansville, passed away on Thursday, October…
If You See Me Watching the Road Crew…
By: Selina Pedi-Smith, Pellere Foundation I was driving through Franklin the other day and passed a stretch of roadwork. There was a big excavator parked…
Pet of the Day 10/25/25
Meet Ajax! Ajax was born in April of 2025 and came to PAWS with his siblings, Enid, Wednesday, Barry, and Pugsley. He is a sweet…
Tentative schedule set for Franklin sewer project
The Franklin General Authority has announced next week’s tentative schedule for its A-108 sewer replacement project. Work in the Third Ward will include paving on…
Recent Deaths 10/23/25
Calvin Cortez Ludy Jr., 15, of Oil City, passed away on Monday, October 20, 2025. Hope S. Goodman, 55, of Rimersburg, passed away on Tuesday,…
Fall in Love with Pumpkins, Warts and All
Quirky pumpkins are in vogue for fall decorating, including those covered with warts. Find out the causes for these bumpy beauties in this article. There…
Pet of the Day 10/22/25
Meet Sarek! Sarek was born in June of 2023 and was brought to PAWs recently with all of his housemates when his owner was diagnosed…
Billy’s Has Karma concert series will return to Oil City
The Karma Concert Series, now called *Billy’s Has Karma*, is returning to Oil City for its ninth year, bringing live performances from local musicians every…
Oil City Arts Council’s Fall Luau to return next month
The Oil City Arts Council’s Fall Luau will return Nov. 15 from 7 to 11 p.m. at the MAC Center in downtown Oil City. The…
Cranberry High School Class of 1960 holds 65th reunion
Members of the Cranberry High School Class of 1960 gathered for their 65th class reunion on Saturday, Oct. 18, at Hoss’s Steak & Sea House…
Grand Marshal named for Autumn Leaf Festival parade
The Clarion Area Chamber of Business & Industry has announced that Rimersburg native Evelyn Bliss, the reigning U.S. National Champion in the women’s javelin throw,…
Nifty at 90: Emlenton woman has fond memories of roller-skating at Hasson Heights
The Nifty at 90 series spotlights Joanne Mae (Burnside) Burke of Emlenton, who turns 90 this year. Born in 1935 in Endeavor, she grew up…
Recent Deaths 10/22/25
William L. Flickner, 90, of Franklin, formerly of Central City, died October 16, 2025. For complete obituaries, pick up a copy of The Derrick…
Pet of the Day 10/21/25
Meet Mindy! Meet Mindy, a loving and affectionate adult female pup who is eager to find her forever family. Mindy came to us a stray…
YWCA’s Week Without Violence launches; Oil City chapter prepares to offer self-defense classes
The Oil City YWCA kicked off the 30th annual National Week Without Violence on Monday, focusing on raising awareness about domestic abuse and offering resources…
One person seriously injured in Cranberry crash; STAT MedEvac called to scene
One person was flown from the scene by medical helicopter Monday morning after a two-vehicle crash with severe injuries shut down State Route 257 in…
Recent Deaths 10/21/25
Jeffrey A. Dean, 62, of Oil City, passed away Monday, October 20, 2025. Carolyn S. Grove, 71, of Franklin, passed away on Saturday, October 18,…
Pet of the Day 10/20/25
Meet Chester & Dippy! Meet the dynamic duo, Chester & Dippy! These two affectionate and friendly boys are a packaged deal, offering double the love,…
Hazardous waste and electronics recycling in Franklin
Venango County will be sponsoring an upcoming event for both household hazardous waste (HHW) and electronics on Saturday, Nov. 1, from 9 a.m. to 1…
Recent Deaths 10/20/25
Pet of the Day 10/18/25
Library Town Hall meetings
Baked Goods From Heaven wins Venango sandwich contest
Halloween Bash at Central Elementary enjoys terrific turnout
Set Back, Still Moving Forward
Recent Deaths 10/18/25
