McCleary Road accident
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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…
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com November 4, 2024
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…
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com November 2, 2024
Venango Tea Party vehemently denies Abramovic’s accusations
The Venango County Tea Party Patriots released a statement refuting comments made by County Commissioner Albert Abramovic, who claimed the group wanted election processes controlled…
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com November 2, 2024
Venango voting machine, ballot tabulator pass pre-election tests
Venango County election officials conducted a public test of their voting machines at the Courthouse Annex ahead of Tuesday’s general election, featuring the Trump-Harris race….
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com November 2, 2024
Recent Deaths 11/02/24
Randall “Randy” Louis Griffith, 67, of Johnstown, passed away on October 24, 2024. For complete obituaries, pick up a copy of The Derrick for…
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com November 1, 2024
Pet of the Day 11/01/24
Meet Snickers! Snickers is a sweet and vocal boy looking for his forever family! He is very affectionate and loves head rubs. He can be…
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
Pet of the Day 11/04/24
Fryburg Water customers under boil-water advisory
Wilber, Borland inducted into Conservation Hall
Recent Deaths 11/04/24
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com October 31, 2024
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…
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com October 31, 2024
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…
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com October 31, 2024
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…
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com October 30, 2024
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…
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com October 30, 2024
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…
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com October 29, 2024
Pet of the Day 10/29/24
Meet Bingo! Looking for a new fur baby to add to your family? Look no further than Bingo! This young female pup is full of…
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com October 29, 2024
Christ Episcopal pajama collection underway
Christ Episcopal Church in Oil City has launched its 13th annual program to provide warm pajamas and age-appropriate books to children in need. Led by…
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com October 29, 2024
State Treasury unclaimed property auction is this week
Pennsylvania’s Treasury Department is holding its largest unclaimed property auction from Wednesday to Friday, featuring jewelry, coins, currency, and collectibles. Managed by Pook & Pook…
Posted By: VenangoExtra.com October 29, 2024
Nifty at 90: Cooperstown woman enjoys many lifelong traditions
The article celebrates Maryetta Waldman Dutko, born in 1934, as she approaches her 90th birthday. Raised in Reading, PA, Maryetta was the oldest of four…