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Pet of the Day 12/12/25
Meet Dorothy Ann aka “Dot”! Dot was born in May of 2025 and is a very sweet little girl. She was very shy when she…
Michigan man charged in death of infant daughter in Franklin; toxicology report identifies meth in bloodstream
A Michigan man, Noah De La Vergne, has been charged with involuntary manslaughter, child endangerment, and drug offenses following the 2024 death of his 2-month-old…
Free Christmas meals once again available
The Venango County Democratic Party and the Venango-Clarion Chapter of the Northwest Pennsylvania Area Labor Federation are continuing their tradition of delivering free Christmas meals…
C-L schools shake up things at reorganizational meeting
The Clarion-Limestone School Board’s recent reorganizational meeting brought major leadership changes as newly elected members Bobby Smith and Thomas Walter were sworn in alongside incumbents,…
Recent Deaths 12/12/25
Randall Lee Keister, 78, of Luella, Texas, passed away on November 19, 2025. For complete obituaries, pick up a copy of The Derrick for…
Pet of the Day 12/11/25
Meet Lotus! Lotus was born in April of 2025. She is a loving, outgoing little girl who absolutely loves to be held like a baby…
Snowy weather leads to multiple crashes in Venango, Clarion
Temperatures swinging above and below freezing made roads dangerously slick on Wednesday, leading to a string of crashes and temporary road closures across Venango and…
Venango County Sheriff’s Office AAA Award
Venango County Sheriff Deputies Richard Goldsmith, left, and DevinJohn Crisafi pose with AAA’s Community Traffic Safety Award, which they received on behalf of the sheriff’s…
Recent Deaths 12/11/25
Carl Ellsworth Smith, 78, of Aberdeen, Ohio, passed away on Tuesday night, December 9, 2025. William Harry Best, 92, of Oil City, passed away Tuesday,…
Poinsettia and Christmas Cactus Care
This article gives advice for prolonging the life and blooms of two popular winter holiday houseplants. In order to care for indoor winter holiday plants,…
Pet of the Day 12/10/25
Meet Renfri a.k.a. Wren! Renfri was born in July of 2025. She’s always the last kitten to approach, but purrs loudly and loves being pet…
State Senate panel OKs bill on phones in schools
The Pennsylvania Senate Education Committee unanimously advanced Senate Bill 1014, a bipartisan measure requiring public schools to adopt “bell-to-bell” policies prohibiting student cellphone use during…
Recent Deaths 12/10/25
Debra L. (Morrison) Trent, 66, of Oil City, passed away on Monday morning, December 8, 2025. Gary L. Vanistendael, 71, of Harrisville, formerly of the…
Pet of the Day 12/09/25
Meet Nivellen aka “Niblet”! Niblet was born in July of 2025 and is a sweet, funny little guy. He’s very playful and plays until he…
Gary Bickerstaff to play at Billy’s Has Karma
Gary Bickerstaff will play at Billy’s has Karma from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday. There is a $5 cover at the door, and food and…
Recent Deaths 12/06/25
William “Bill” D. Jones, 80, of Franklin, passed away Wednesday, December 3, 2025. Joyce Ann Drake, 81, of Oil City, passed away Wednesday, December 3,…
Pet of the Day 12/05/25
Meet Pavetta a.k.a. Etta! Pavetta was born in July of 2025. She is the most stunning of her litter. The beauty queen of the group….
Recent Deaths 12/05/25
Lori A. Smith, 60, of Templeton, passed away on Wednesday, December 3, 2025. Glenna J. Hornbeck, 66, of West Hickory, passed away on December 3,…
Pet of the Day 12/04/25
Meet Bagel! Bagel was born in April of 2025 and brought to PAWS when he was about 3 months old. He is a sweet little…
Red Cross encourages holiday blood donations
The American Red Cross is urging area residents to give blood this holiday season, a time when donations traditionally drop but patient needs remain high….
Oakland Township enters second phase of Veterans Banner Project
Oakland Township’s Veterans Banner Project is entering Phase 2 after strong community support and the successful creation of 55 banners honoring local veterans and service…
Nifty at 90: Franklin matriarch celebrates 90 years of family
Nancy J. King of Franklin is celebrating her 90th birthday, marking a life rooted in resilience, family, and community. The daughter of Plummer and Ethel…
Recent Deaths 12/04/25
Sherry Lee Cornecki, 79, of Vowinckel, passed away Tuesday, December 2, 2025. Carl E. “Carlco” Matthews Jr., 81, of Titusville, passed away on Thursday, November…
Pet of the Day 12/03/25
Meet Comet! Hello, my name is Comet, and I am a very friendly and playful dog. I came to the humane society as a stray….
Utica man charged for illegal possession of firearm following poaching
A Utica man, Collin Stone, 28, was charged after game wardens learned he had been hunting deer and other wildlife despite his hunting privileges being…
LIHEAP season will open today
The state Department of Human Services announces applications for the 2025-26 Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) will open today, after a delay caused by…
Clarion’s Christmas Bird Count scheduled
Area residents are invited to take part in the Seneca Rocks Audubon Society’s annual Christmas Bird Count on Dec. 20, helping track local bird populations…
Counselor, Pilates instructor pleased with Liberty Vault setup
After moving her counseling practice to the first floor of the Liberty Vault in Franklin and opening Legacy Studio for Classical Pilates in the same…
Holly: Legends, Customs, and Myths
Holly is an ancient plant associated with layer upon layer of history and cultural significance. With the onset of autumn, when sunlight is shaved away…
Recent Deaths 12/03/25
Dorothy Morrow Andrews, 89, of Polk, passed away on December 1, 2025. Lois M. Kemp, 94, of New Bethlehem, passed away on Monday, December 1,…
