This handsome big guy was brought to us as a stray right around Christmas time, and is now ready to find a home to call his own! Mistletoe is approximately 3 years old and is looking for a quiet and patient home that will allow him the space to come out of his shell. Once Mistletoe feels comfortable with you, he will be your best friend! He is very affectionate and food motivated. He seems good with other cats and is fully vetted. If you can give the home he’s been wishing for, apply today! Visit Mistletoe at the Venango County Humane Society from noon to 5 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays.
Pet of the Day 2/9/24
Pet of the Day 08/05/25
Meet Cookie! Cookie is 10-12 years old and has lost her home because her owner passed away. We would like to help her find a…
OC schools orientations, open houses scheduled
Registrations will be held at Oil City Area School District’s central office, 825 Grandview Road. All students should be accompanied by parents or guardians and…
Recent Deaths 08/05/25
Sherry Lynn Hunsberger, 64, passed away in the early morning of Sunday, August 3, 2025. William C. “Bill” Spangler, 66, of Titusville, passed away on…
Pet of the Day 08/04/25
Meet Tinfurter “Tin”! Tinfurter, aka “Tin,” came to PAWS with 3 other kittens and a momma cat. The kittens were definitely from different litters and…
Wildfire smoke to affect local area
The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection has declared a Code Orange Air Quality Action Day for Venango, Forest, Crawford, Mercer, and Warren counties due to…
“The Arts” draw them in at Clarion Summer Fest
Clarion wrapped up its final Summer Fest of the season this weekend with a celebration of “The Arts.” Highlights included a live painting demo by…
Recent Deaths 08/04/25
William G. “Jerry” Bowser, 76, of Rimersburg, passed away on Friday, August 1, 2025. Franklin P. Fultz, 83, of Oil City, died Sunday, August 3,…
Pet of the Day 08/02/25
Meet Miss Panda! Miss Panda is a friendly young feline looking for her forever family! She can be a bit shy at first but warms…
Two Grove students named PA Grand Representatives
Franklin Assembly #19, International Order of the Rainbow for Girls, has announced that Lauren McGill and Isabella Miranda have been named Pennsylvania Grand Representatives to…
Recent Deaths 08/02/25
Tyson and Mallory Adams, 45 and 41, passed away on July 30, 2025. Jason R. Crusan, 51, of Emlenton, passed away on July 30, 2025….
Pet of the Day 08/01/25
Meet Fred! Fred has not had the easiest life. His first home that we are aware of was in a trailer with 40 other dogs….
Elk County man accused of kidnapping
A 39-year-old Elk County man, Richard Will of Benezett, is facing multiple charges after allegedly kidnapping a 16-year-old girl and driving her from Ohio to…
Recent Deaths 08/01/25
Ian Scott Doran, 35, of Clarion, passed away on Wednesday evening, July 30, 2025. Howard “John” Greggs, 80, of Franklin, passed away on July 31,…
Pet of the Day 07/31/25
Meet Doug Ross! Doug was born in April of 2025 and brought to PAWS with his mom and 7 siblings. They were found under a…
Nifty at 90: Clarion man was the owner of S. Amato & Sons
James Amato of Clarion is celebrating his 90th birthday today, born on July 31, 1935. A lifelong resident, James was a partner and owner of…
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…
Franklin Retail to host Christmas in July
Santa will be spending some of his summer vacation in Franklin on Saturday during the Franklin Retail and Business Association’s Christmas in July event. The…
Oil Heritage Junior Olympics is success
White Cat Out to perform Friday
Recent Deaths 07/24/25
Pet of the Day 07/23/25
Statewide PennDOT Workers Memorial to visit Venango
United Way to broaden horizons with camps for area kids
Recent Deaths 07/23/25
