Lori Horn pins a lieutenant’s badge to the coat of her husband, John Horn, at his promotion to lieutenant at the Oil City Fire Department during Monday’s Oil City Council meeting. Horn said he has been with the Oil City Fire Department for 18 years: 12 years as a full-time firefighter and six years as a part-time firefighter.
Oil City Fire Department Promotion
Pet of the Day 11/04/25
Meet Moose! Step aside, folks, and prepare to be charmed by the one and only Moose, the wonder pup! This young lad is an absolute…
North Clarion School District sets Veteran’s Day program
North Clarion School District will host its annual Veterans Day Assembly on Tuesday, Nov. 11, at 1 p.m. in the high school cafeteria and Veterans…
Oil City Fire Department Promotion
Lori Horn pins a lieutenant’s badge to the coat of her husband, John Horn, at his promotion to lieutenant at the Oil City Fire Department…
Recent Deaths 11/04/25
Susan Marie French, 74, died October 31, 2025. James “Jim” Michael Prichard, 77, of Franklin, passed away on November 1, 2025. James J. Bajorek, 78,…
Pet of the Day 11/03/25
Meet Eddie! Meet Eddie, the ultimate package deal! This young lad is a bundle of energy and fun, with a curious mind and an adventurous…
Emlenton gets into the Halloween spirit
Emlenton’s Halloween festivities took place on Saturday afternoon, with the town’s annual parade kicking off a day of family-friendly fun. The event, held a day…
Recent Deaths 11/03/25
Susan Marie French, 74, died on October 21, 2025. Robert E. “Bob” Resinger, 75, of Franklin, passed away on October 31, 2025. Merlyn “Bus” L….
Pet of the Day 11/01/25
Meet Wednesday Addams! Wednesday was born in April of 2025 and came to PAWS with her siblings, Enid, Barry, Ajax, and Pugsley. She is a…
Franklin Area High School has ‘Haunted Hallways’
Franklin Area High School hosted its first-ever “Haunted Hallways” community trick-or-treat event Thursday evening, drawing between 100 and 200 attendees. Organized by the student council,…
It was Halloween Storytime at Oil City Library
Nearly 20 children arrived at the Oil City Library on Friday morning dressed in costumes for a special Halloween Storytime event. Parents and children enjoyed…
Elementary students celebrate Halloween
Students from all over the county participated in different ways for Halloween this year, from trunk-or-treating, to parades and classroom parties. Seventh Street and Smedley…
Election preparations in full swing in Venango County
The Venango County Elections Office conducted its public voting machine test Friday morning at the Courthouse Annex ahead of Tuesday’s municipal election. Elections Director Laura…
Down for the Count, Digging for Dreams
By: Selina Pedi-Smith, Pellere Foundation I’ve been down for the count this week – the second casualty in our house to whatever bug’s been making…
Recent Deaths 11/01/25
Amanda Michelle Barber, 35, of Franklin (Cranberry Township), passed away on Wednesday night, October 29, 2025. Nancy Ellen Landers Young, 76, of Foxburg, passed away…
Pet of the Day 10/31/25
Meet Ghost! This sweet boy is looking for a forever home to call his own that can provide time and patience while he settles in…
Oil City man and woman accused of kidnapping girl on their street
An Oil City couple, Jose Libreros, 27, and Kimberly Andino-Vazquez, 42, have been charged with kidnapping a young girl and holding her at their Jefferson…
Common Milkweed
Common milkweed, Asclepias syriaca, not only provides nectar for butterflies, bees, and other pollinators but is a larval host plant for butterflies and moths. Description…
Recent Deaths 10/29/25
Timothy “Spaz” Prelog, 54, of West Hickory, passed away on October 26, 2025. William J. “Bill” Hile Jr., 65, of East Brady, passed away late…
Pet of the Day 10/28/25
Meet Oreo! Oreo had puppies back in the spring. They all found homes and now it’s her turn! She can be a little slow to…
Good Hope to provide Thanksgiving meals
Good Hope Lutheran Church will deliver full Thanksgiving meals to the elderly, shut-in and homebound members of the community on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 27. The…
Recent Deaths 10/28/25
Timothy Eugene Ortz, 67, of New Bethlehem, passed away early Monday morning, October 27, 2025. Jane Marie Sandieson, 73, of Franklin, passed away on October…
Pet of the Day 10/27/25
Meet Nash! Nash is a rescue favorite. You cannot walk into her cage without being loved on. Nash is a lap kitty that loves attention….
Haunted history tour gives insight into Franklin’s darker past
The inaugural Franklinstein Haunted History Tour, hosted by Franklin Preservation and the Barrow-Civic Theatre, drew a large crowd Saturday night for a spooky journey into…
Recent Deaths 10/27/25
James A. Westlake, 56, of Oil City, passed away on October 24, 2025. Elizabeth J. “Betty” Franklin, 80, of Duncansville, passed away on Thursday, October…
If You See Me Watching the Road Crew…
By: Selina Pedi-Smith, Pellere Foundation I was driving through Franklin the other day and passed a stretch of roadwork. There was a big excavator parked…
Pet of the Day 10/25/25
Meet Ajax! Ajax was born in April of 2025 and came to PAWS with his siblings, Enid, Wednesday, Barry, and Pugsley. He is a sweet…
Tentative schedule set for Franklin sewer project
The Franklin General Authority has announced next week’s tentative schedule for its A-108 sewer replacement project. Work in the Third Ward will include paving on…
Experienced Venango poll workers will greet voters
Venango County poll workers received refresher training this week in preparation for the Nov. 4 general election. Elections Director Laura Anna said the county’s poll…
Recent Deaths 10/25/25
Shane Carl Densmore, 63, formerly of Franklin, passed away on Wednesday, October 15, 2025. April L. Bain, 65, of Franklin, passed away on Friday, October…
Pet of the Day 10/24/25
Meet Mork! Are you ready to open your heart and home to a wonderful companion? Look no further than Mork, a loving and loyal male…
Police: Two Meadville-area vape, tobacco shops busted for sale of illegal drugs
Recent Deaths 10/24/25
Pet of the Day 10/23/25
Friends for Food contributions pass $14,000
East Forest names Homecoming King and Queen
Recent Deaths 10/23/25
Fall in Love with Pumpkins, Warts and All
