Smokey is ready to break free of this joint and make waves in your home. He came with a long list of instructions but, to be honest, he just really needs love and attention. He is vocal when he needs your attention but that is only because he has so much love to give. He gets along with most everyone and could do really well with having a companion. Supposedly, he did like to get his own way in his old house but, to us, he’s just simply a lover boy. Could you be a fit to lead this gentleman out of here and into your humble abode? Contact the Venango County Humane Society from noon to 5 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays by calling (814) 677-4040.
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None injured in semi-tractor trailer rollover between Rocky Grove and Dempseytown
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Recent Deaths 11/19/25
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$100K Mega Millions ticket sold locally
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OC man gets hefty prison term on child porn charges
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Recent Deaths 11/18/25
Herb Dascombe, formerly of Knox, passed away on November 7, 2025. Sandra “Sandy” Sue Ray, 77, of Davis Road in Titusville, passed away on Sunday,…
Recent Deaths 11/15/25
Thomas Richard Abrams, 54, of Pleasantville, passed away on Thursday, November 13, 2025. Douglas Edward Taylor, 60, of Franklin, died on Wednesday, November 12, 2025….
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Pitt-Titusville supporters
From left, University of Pittsburgh Chancellor Joan Gabel, Trustee Emerita Suzy Broadhurst, Jim Broadhurst and Vice Chancellor for Alumni Relations Nancy Merritt are seen at…
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Recent Deaths 11/14/25
Kenra Angelina Janise Miller, 69, of Seneca, formerly of Franklin and Erie, passed away on Tuesday morning, November 11, 2025. Daniel Nelson Patton, 69, of…
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Recent Deaths 11/13/25
Leland Gray Hoover, 71, of Franklin, died on Monday, November 10, 2025. Dale Francis Stover, 79, formerly of Knox, PA, and Chagrin Falls, OH, passed…
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Recent Deaths 11/12/25
Barry L. Proctor, 71, of Rocky Grove, passed away on Monday, November 10, 2025. Rosalie K. “Rose” Markle, 82, formerly of Carlton, passed away on…
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Recent Deaths 11/11/25
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State beautification contest open to students
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Keystone, Redbank students take top 2 spots at STEM event
