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 and Lauren Aiken; second row: Connor Morrow, Jacob McCloskey, Conner Zerbe, Mariner Perry, Landon Baker and Cole Findlay. Cranberry’s homecoming dance will be held Oct. 18 in the high school commons. The theme for the dance is “Light Up the Night”.
Cranberry homecoming court
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…
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…
Pet of the Day 09/24/25
Meet Cliff! Meet Cliff, a bundle of joy with a heartwarming spirit! This little guy is a ray of sunshine, bringing laughter and love wherever…
Grove City resident pleads guilty to child exploitation
A Grove City man, Michael William Boston, 40, pleaded guilty in federal court to transporting and possessing child sexual abuse material, including more than 1,500…
Knox Council revamps public comment policy
Knox Borough Council has adopted a new public comment policy, allowing 20 minutes for agenda and nonagenda remarks, with five minutes per speaker. The move…
To Deadhead or Not? Your Final Answer is…
Recent Deaths 09/24/25
Pet of the Day 09/23/25
Man found deceased during police welfare check
Recent Deaths 09/23/25
Pet of the Day 09/22/25
Seneca couple set records at 5K run
