Burglary investigation
Franklin state police are investigating a burglary that took place Friday morning at a residence on Millbrook Road in Irwin Township. Police said the thief…
Reds get swept in doubleheader, eliminated by Pirates
CINCINNATI (AP) — The Reds got eliminated when they lost first game of a doubleheader. Then they got swept, too. Sean Rodriguez homered in both…
Harassment
Investigation underway into NYC explosion that left 29 hurt
NEW YORK (AP) — An explosion rocked a crowded Manhattan neighborhood and injured 29 people, and a suspicious device discovered blocks away was safely removed…
“The Little Mermaid” at The Barrow
Disney’s “The Little Mermaid” will open at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 30, at the Barrow-Civic Theatre in Franklin. The show will be performed at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 1,…
BET Hip-Hop Awards holds taping of show in Atlanta
ATLANTA (AP) — Snoop Dogg hosted the BET Hip-Hop Awards for three straight years. Now, the ultra-smooth West Coast rapper will be honored with the…
OC man accused of dealing drugs in parking lot
By Saxon Daugherty Staff Writer Charges have been filed against an Oil City man for allegedly dealing drugs in the parking lot of the South…
Retail Theft
Daredevil successfully powers rocket over Snake River Canyon
TWIN FALLS, Idaho (AP) — Professional stuntman Eddie Braun successfully jumped over the Snake River Canyon Friday afternoon in an ode to his boyhood idol,…
Reds reach dubious records in 9-7, 10-inning loss to Pirates
CINCINNATI (AP) — The Cincinnati Reds tied one dubious record and set another with one pitch on Friday mogjt. Amd tjem wemt on to lose…
Recent Deaths 9/17/16
Mary Jane “Nan” Wagner, 88, of Shippenville, died Thursday, Sept. 15, 2016. Bertha V. Davis, 90, of Seneca, died Friday, Sept. 16, 2016. Linda M. (Welms) Covey, 74,…
For the birds
The Venango County Humane Society has some fine-feathered friends who need homes and Clarion PAWS has some lovely feline companions available. Tri-County Animal Rescue has…
Pet of the day 9/16/16
Name: Moon Pie Breed: Domestic Medium Hair Mix Age: 11 months Sex: Male Size: Small Color: Black Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Moon Pie can be…
Worth Twp. burglary
Jackson Twp. burglary
ColorUsUnited 5K will make a splash Sunday
From staff reports Sunday’s ColorUsUnited 5K run/walk promises to be a blast – a big blast of color that is. The second annual race is…
Autumn Leaf Festival pageant contestants named
From staff reports CLARION – Several local youths have been named as contestants in scholarship pageants to be held during Clarion’s annual Autumn Leaf Festival….
Diverse America divided on flag, anthem, other symbols
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — The oldest Latino civil rights group in the United States opens every meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance, a tradition resulting…
Bucs explode in Philly
PHILADELPHIA (AP) – Andrew McCutchen hit two solo homers, Chad Kuhl pitched six effective innings and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Philadelphia Phillies 15-2 Thursday…
Cavill’s manager: New Superman movie in works
The Associated Press The manager for “Man of Steel” star Henry Cavill says a new standalone sequel to the Superman film is in the works….
Recent Deaths 9/16/16
Bonnie D. Reynolds, 65, of Rimersburg, died Sept. 14, 2016. Rosemary “Rosie” M. Moss, Ph.D., 76, died Sept. 14, 2016. Sheryl B. “Fergie” Ferguson, 84, of…
Coupon tips for deal-seekers
Coupons can help people, and parents in particular, save substantial amounts of money. While television shows have documented the efforts of people who take coupon…
Pet of the day 9/15/16
Name: Double Stuff Breed: German Shepherd Mix Age: 4 years Sex: Male Size: Medium Color: Black/ Brown Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Double Stuff can be…
Franklin Identity theft
Findley Twp. burglary
OC man held for court on simple assault charge
SAXON DAUGHERTY Staff Writer An Oil City man accused of assaulting a woman at a home on Spruce Street last week was held for court…
Oil Creek State Park holds monarch program
From staff reports Forty people including children, parents and butterfly enthusiasts attended a program on monarch butterflies Sunday at Oil Creek State Park. Young attendees…
Obama will create first marine national monument in Atlantic
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama will establish on Thursday the first national marine monument in the Atlantic, a move that’s designed to permanently protect…
Pirates’ playoff hopes all but over
PHILADELPHIA (AP) – Freddy Galvis continued his home run surge, hitting his 19th of the season to lead the Philadelphia Phillies to a 6-2 win…
South Park mocks anthem controversy in premiere
LOS ANGELES (AP) — South Park has taken on the controversy over San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick’s national anthem protest. Wednesday night’s premiere episode…
Recent Deaths 9/15/16
Lucille I. George, 88, of Rimersburg, died Sept. 14, 2016. Martha J. Page, 87, of Foxburg, died Sept. 13, 2016. Shirley Morrow, 89, of Franklin, died Sept….
Greek Life stereotypes are profoundly wrong
Rush week. Bid day. Big and Little. These were terms at the beginning of the summer that I had little to no familiarity with. Sigma…
Pet of the day 9/14/16
Name: Aphrodite Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 3 months Sex: Female Size: Small Color: Black/ Tan Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Aphrodite can be found at…
Pine Twp. attempted robbery
Findley Twp. accident
OC man charged with assault
By SAXON DAUGHERTY Staff writer An Oil City man is facing charges following a domestic incident Monday night at a home on Plummer Street. A…
Registration open for ColorUsUnited race
From staff reports Officials at the United Way of Venango County are gearing up for the second annual ColorUsUnited 5K run/walk Sunday at Two Mile…
Police: Clowns trying to talk to kids reported in Georgia
LAGRANGE, Ga. (AP) — Police in west Georgia say they’ve received several calls about clowns trying to talk to children and are investigating an online…
Pirates snap out of rut
PHILADELPHIA (AP) – Sean Rodriguez had a pinch-hit three-run homer in the ninth inning, lifting the Pittsburgh Pirates over the Philadelphia Phillies 5-3 on Tuesday…
Lil Wayne: There’s ‘no such thing as racism’
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Lil Wayne says the racial makeup of the crowd at one of his shows was “clearly a message that there was…
Recent Deaths 9/14/16
Shevy Lynn McGiffin, 13, of Clarion, died Sept. 9, 2016. Janet M. Chambers, 77, of Emlenton, died Sept. 13, 2016. Michael “Mike” Todd Brunson, of Capon Bridge, West…
OC firefighters to hit the streets for Coats for Kids
From staff reports Members of Oil City Firefighters Local 700 will collect donations along city streets Thursday for the annual Coats For Kids drive to…
The morning dew
Now that the mornings are cooler, area plants and posies sport countless tiny dewdrops. The small droplets of moisture sparkle like diamonds in the morning…
Pet of the day 9/13/16
Name: Bitzy Breed: Beagle Mix Age: 4 years Sex: Female Size: Small Color: White/ Tan Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Bitzy can be found at Venango…
DukeFest is a doggone good event
DukeFest organizers reported that attendees gave $7,600 on Saturday, Sept. 10. Organizers said that amount, added to donations and fundraisers throughout the year, brings the…
Mineral Twp. burglary
Allegheny Twp. theft
Police accuse OC man of assault
By SAXON DAUGHERTY Staff writer An Oil City man has been charged with aggravated assault in connection with an incident Saturday evening in the 700…
Dukefest brings in $10K for rescues
Miss Pinky Sprinkles, the pig, and her canine groom, Mr. Stash Bandit, participated in a “muttrimony” ceremony Saturday afternoon during DukeFest in Franklin. DukeFest organizers…