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Pet of the Day 11/05/24
Meet Theo! Theo is a friendly boy looking for his forever family. Theo has FeLV, or Feline Leukemia, and would need to be the only…
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com November 5, 2024
Pitt-Titusville employees recognized for milestone anniversaries
The Education & Training Center at Pitt-Titusville honored several faculty and staff members for their service at a luncheon on Oct. 30. Lawrence “Tink” Prenatt,…
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Dollar General adds produce to Franklin locations
Dollar General recently remodeled two stores in Franklin, adding fresh produce sections to locations on Pittsburgh Rd and Patchel Run Rd. This addition, featuring popular…
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com November 5, 2024
Burn ban in effect for Venango County
The Venango County Commissioners voted Monday to issue a burn ban for all of Venango County until further notice. Due to the lack of precipitation…
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com November 5, 2024
Oil cleanup on river continues
Since August, 40 to 60 gallons of oil per trip are being removed from the Allegheny River, near Sandycreek Township, though the exact source of…
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com November 5, 2024
Franklin couple charged with child endangerment, drug possession
A Franklin couple, Terry and Angelina McMunn, face charges of child endangerment after police found drugs within reach of their infant in their apartment on…
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com November 5, 2024
Winnifred Tonkin In-gathering collection packing event scheduled
The Winnifred Tonkin Guild’s annual service project is underway in Venango County, where volunteers are collecting new clothing, personal care items, and household essentials to…
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com November 5, 2024
Recent Deaths 11/05/24
Vergil F. Hulings, 78, of Warren, passed away Saturday evening, November 2, 2024. For complete obituaries, pick up a copy of The Derrick for…
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Pet of the Day 11/04/24
Meet Maybeline “Mama” “May”! You know those special people who have experienced the toughest things in life and continue to smile and show love to…
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com November 4, 2024
Fryburg Water customers under boil-water advisory
Aqua Pennsylvania issued a boil water advisory for Fryburg Water Co. customers after an electrical issue caused a loss of water pressure in the distribution…
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com November 4, 2024
Wilber, Borland inducted into Conservation Hall
Jude Wilber and James Borland were inducted into the Venango County Conservation Hall of Fame for their contributions to conservation and environmental awareness. Wilber, a…
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com November 4, 2024
Recent Deaths 11/04/24
Deborah L. (Caldwell) Vorse, 60, passed away on Monday, October 28, 2024. David P. Rembold, 71, of Rockmere, passed away on Friday, November 1, 2024….
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com November 2, 2024
Pet of the Day 11/02/24
Meet Ruma! Ruma has been at the shelter for a while. She was not a friendly cat when she first arrived, but has slowly accepted…
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com November 2, 2024
Innovative and Eco-Friendly Energy Storage Solutions
As Pennsylvania’s Oil Region and other areas with industrial legacies begin to shift focus to cleaner energy, the role of sustainable energy storage becomes crucial….
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com November 2, 2024
Christ Episcopal pajama collection underway
Christ Episcopal Church in Oil City has begun its 13th annual pajama and book drive, providing new pajamas and an age-appropriate book to children in…
Pet of the Day 11/05/24
Pitt-Titusville employees recognized for milestone anniversaries
Dollar General adds produce to Franklin locations
Burn ban in effect for Venango County
Oil cleanup on river continues
Franklin couple charged with child endangerment, drug possession
Winnifred Tonkin In-gathering collection packing event scheduled
Recent Deaths 11/05/24
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com November 1, 2024
Cranberry High School to perform ‘A Wrinkle in Time’
Cranberry Area Junior/Senior High School’s “A Wrinkle in Time” cast rehearse a scene. The musical is a stage adaptation of the novel by Madeleine L’Engle….
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com November 1, 2024
Recent Deaths 11/01/24
Cheryl Hedglin, 78, of Rocky Grove, passed away on Wednesday, October 30, 2024. Phyllis Irene Tippery, 100, of Franklin, formerly of Shippenville, passed away on…
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Pet of the Day 10/31/24
Meet Celestia! Celestia is a very friendly girl. She was used for breeding. She is not your basic black cat, Celestia has strips and spots…
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Karma Concerts Series set to return in Oil City
The “Billy’s Has Karma” concert series in Oil City will start its eighth season on Nov. 7, featuring weekly Thursday performances from 7 to 9…
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Friends for Food surpasses $15,500
The Friends for Food campaign, a partnership between Community Services of Venango County and The Derrick/The News-Herald, has raised $15,557 to provide Thanksgiving meals to…
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com October 31, 2024
Pavilion project at Valley Grove Elementary School completed
Valley Grove Elementary School’s pavilion is set to be completed, with only table placements left, creating a new outdoor learning and community space funded by…
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com October 31, 2024
Brookville bridge project update
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) recently issued an update on the Interstate 80 North Fork Bridges Project near Brookville. PennDOT said in their release…
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CATA to provide free rides to voting polls
Crawford Area Transportation Authority (CATA) will provide free transportation in Crawford and Venango counties on all Fixed Route buses on Election Day, Nov. 5. In…
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Recent Deaths 10/31/24
William H. “Bill” Bayle, 91, of Franklin, formerly of Shippenville, passed away on Tuesday, October 29, 2024. Audrey M. Knight, 90, of Ligonier, passed away…
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Pet of the Day 10/30/24
Meet Damian! Damian came to PAWS when he and his brother, Shadow II were surrendered. He is a little hissy and shy until he gets…
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com October 30, 2024
Franklin, Rocky Grove students to present ‘Once Upon a Mattress’
Franklin and Rocky Grove high schools will present “Once Upon a Mattress” at 7 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday in the Franklin Area High School…
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com October 30, 2024
Oil City structure fire
Smoke billows out of a hole in the roof of the building at 607 North Seneca Street, located on the outskirts of Oil City, Tuesday…
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com October 30, 2024
Franklin school district settles suit brought by former teacher
The Franklin Area School District agreed to a $175,000 settlement with former teacher Marcy Brown, ending her third lawsuit against the district. Brown, who previously…
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Recent Deaths 10/30/24
Gladys E. Hites, 91, formerly of Rouseville, passed away Sunday, October 27, 2024. Brenda Sue Youkers, 66, of Oil City, passed away on Sunday night,…
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com October 30, 2024
Winter Gardening Activities for Children
Indoor gardening activities can help children learn basic plant science while having fun. When winter seems far from over and the days are still too…