Maren Dunkle and Callen Schoettle were this year’s Oil Heritage Festival Tiny Tots contest princess and prince. They were crowned on Friday night in Justus Park and rode in the festival parade on Saturday. The runner-up prince was Krew Nixon and the runner-up princess was Quinn Lockhart. Youth Alternatives sponsors the Tiny Tots contest, and all proceeds benefit Youth Alternatives.
Festival Tiny Tots royalty
Pet of the Day 07/29/25
Meet Mango! Mango is a very playful boy. He is about 10 weeks old (7/23/2025) and would be great in a home with other animals…
Festival Tiny Tots royalty
Maren Dunkle and Callen Schoettle were this year’s Oil Heritage Festival Tiny Tots contest princess and prince. They were crowned on Friday night in Justus…
Marble woman celebrating 101st birthday Wednesday
Kate Aaron of Marble is celebrating her 101st birthday on Wednesday. Born July 30, 1924, she has spent her entire life in Marble and is…
Man sentenced to life in prison for murder of pregnant Amish woman in Crawford County
A Crawford County man, Shawn Cranston, 53, has been sentenced to life in prison without parole — plus an additional life sentence — for the…
Recent Deaths 07/29/25
Kimberly Ann Miller, 71, of Leeper, passed away on Sunday, July 27, 2025. Forest “Woody” McMeans, 80, of Sheffield, passed away Sunday, July 27, 2025….
Pet of the Day 07/28/25
Meet Pretty Kitty! Pretty Kitty was born in January of 2020. She and Shadow Kitty came in together and would love to stay together if…
Simple Summer Snacks
Sweet, easy recipes to solve warm-weather hunger From lazy days by the pool to weekend road trips and everything in between, summer is packed with…
Recent Deaths 07/28/25
Jamie Alyssa (Ahrens) nevel, 44, of Emlenton, passed away on Thursday, July 24, 2025. Robert L. “Bob” Cotherman, 76, of Nickleville, Community Rd., Emlenton, passed…
Pet of the Day 07/26/25
Meet Bubba! Bubba is a sweet and gentle boy who is looking for a quiet home. This loyal pup is shy and was a stray,…
Demolition derby to close out a successful fair week in Clarion
By all reports from both the fair board and those in attendance, the Clarion County Fair is having a great year. “We have been blessed…
Recent Deaths 07/26/25
Jacquelyn L. Foster, 80, of Franklin, passed away on Thursday, July 24, 2025. Larry G. Hartle, 80, formerly of Shippenville, passed away on July 22,…
Pet of the Day 07/25/25
Meet Luna! Hi there! My name is Luna, and I am a young female dog with lots of love to give! I am very friendly,…
Book store opens for test run in Oil City; grand opening slotted for next month
The Raven’s End: Books and Fine Art at 17 Central Avenue is open for Oil Heritage Festival. The shop is “equal parts a new and…
Recent Deaths 07/25/25
Betty Lou Wyant, 90, of Franklin, died on Wednesday, July 23, 2025. Isaac W. Schrecengost, 95, of New Bethlehem, passed away on Wednesday morning, July…
Pet of the Day 07/24/25
Meet David Morgenstern! David was born in April of 2025 and brought to PAWS with his mother and seven siblings. They were found under a…
Growing and Using Garlic
This article is an overview of growing and using garlic, including six recipes. Many excellent varieties of garlic (Allium sativum) may be grown in…
Pet of the Day 07/22/25
Meet Bo! Bo is a curious young dog who is a true adventurer at heart. He is always eager to explore and is on the…
Various decades and styles were on display at the Clarion County Fair’s Car and Jeep show
Sunday’s Car and Jeep Show at the Clarion County Fair featured everything from classic chrome beauties to unique rides with personal stories. Among them was…
Seven contenders up for Oil Heritage queen
Seven local students are candidates for the 2025 Oil Heritage Festival queen. The queen will be crowned at 6:45 p.m. on Thursday in the Central…
Recent Deaths 07/22/25
Kim Ann Myers, 69, of West Freedom, passed away on July 19, 2025. Richard “Dick” E. Wagner, 78, of Knox, passed away on July 19,…
Pet of the Day 07/21/25
Meet Midna! Midna was born in May of 2022. She was previously a resident at the Biscuit Factory and has come to Clarion PAWS hoping…
Mini horse pull is family event for many at Clarion fair
Jay Braydon of Conneautville, a third-generation miniature horse teamster, showcased his skills Sunday at the Clarion County Fair, earning first place in the 42-inch division…
Rocky Grove man faces charges for allegedly sexually assaulting minors
Brady Cubitt, an 18-year-old from Rocky Grove, Pennsylvania, is facing multiple criminal charges across three separate cases. Most recently, he was charged with raping and…
Something Clever reopens under new ownership
Something Clever, a women’s clothing and gift boutique in Franklin, is celebrating a grand reopening at its new location—the former Feldman Jewelers building—from July 24…
Recent Deaths 07/21/25
Samuel W. Shaw, 62, of Franklin, passed away Saturday, July 19, 2025. Dale A. Ralph, 65, of Oil City, passed away in the early morning…
Pet(s) of the Day 07/19/25
Meet Clancy & Cormac! Clancy (or/wh) & Cormac (blk/wh) are a playful, affectionate, and funny pair of young brothers looking for a forever family to…
Recent Deaths 07/19/25
Carl A. “Butch” Hartle, 87, of Franklin, passed away on Thursday, July 17, 2025. Larry Wallace Hickman, 88, of Emlenton, passed away on July 17,…
Skywalk at Kinzua park to reopen
The skywalk at Kinzua Bridge State Park will reopen from Aug. 8 through Oct. 31. The skywalk and the Kinzua Creek trail have been closed…
Recent Deaths
Nellie R. Arner, 94, of Rimersburg, Pennsylvania Susan Niederriter, 72, of Roseburg, Oregon, passed away on June 22, 2025. Jeffrey Robert McCartney, 49, of Cochranton,…
Pet of the Day 07/17/25
Meet Mr. Pink! Mr. Pink is a sweetheart and had a good life until his owner was no longer able to care for him or…
Dairy Princess Promotion Team assists at food bank
Venango County Regional Planning Commission’s new director proposes changes to simplify SALDO
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Color run supports student-athlete
