Name: Bullet
Breed: Terrier, American Staffordshire mix
Age: 3 years
Sex: Male
Size: Medium
Color: Brown
Declawed: No
House-trained: Unknown
Bullet can be found at Venango County Humane Society.
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Pet of the Day 11/06/25
Meet French Fry! French Fry was found in the McDonald’s drive thru. He was run over and in bad shape. Thanks to a kind soul,…
Police investigate ‘serious incident’ in Clarion
Clarion State Police and Clarion Borough Police are investigating a serious incident that occurred around the 300 block of Main Street in Clarion. Police and…
14 inducted into Franklin National Honor Society
Fourteen students were inducted into the Franklin Area High School National Honor Society last week. They are (front, from left) Rachel Thomas, Ava Ritchey, Gabrielle…
Recent Deaths 11/06/25
Charles Augustus McDonough Jr., 75, of Oil City, passed away Monday, November 3, 2025. Walter S. “Butch” Confer, 82, of Parker, passed away Tuesday morning,…
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Meet Barry Dort! Barry was born in April of 2025 and came to PAWS with his siblings, Enid, Wednesday, Pugsley, and Ajax. He is a…
North Clarion School District explores tax anticipation note
The North Clarion School Board directed Superintendent Steve Young to explore a $3 million tax revenue anticipation note in case the ongoing state budget impasse…
Clarion County woman to host book release event
Clarion County author Sky Fisher will host a free story time and craft event from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday at Sparrow Books in Clarion…
Recent Deaths 11/05/25
Krystal Cauvel, 42, of Titusville, passed away on Tuesday, November 4, 2025. Charles T. “Charlie” Brant, 72, of Oil City, passed away on November 3,…
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….
One dead in head-on crash on Route 66 in Forest County
A Pittsburgh man died in a two-vehicle crash Thursday morning in Forest County. The crash occurred at 7:09 a.m. when a vehicle, driven by Joseph…
Recent Deaths 10/31/25
Glenn Edward Cunningham, 77, of North Port, Florida, passed away on Tuesday, October 28, 2025. Robert John “Bob” McCune, 86, of Franklin, passed away on…
Pet of the Day 10/30/25
Meet Lava! Lava would love a family of his own. He is very playful and wants to be near you all the time. You can…
Speaker series to wrap with WWII recollection
The Grove City Area Historical Society will conclude its Fall Speaker Series with a special Veterans Day program by Debbie Bell at 6:30 p.m. Nov….
Recent Deaths 10/30/25
Dorothy J. Jewell, 73, of Franklin, passed away on October 28, 2025. Aldean L. Dehner, 81, of Strattanville, passed away early Monday morning, October 27,…
Pet of the Day 10/29/25
Meet Pugsley Addams! Pugsley was born in April of 2025 and came to PAWS with his siblings, Enid, Wednesday, and Ajax. He is a sweet…
Oil City schools receive honor from Pennsylvania School Board Association
The Pennsylvania School Boards Association honored Oil City School District as a Great Pennsylvania School during Monday’s board meeting, presenting a ribbon to mark the…
Staff attendance up, student disciplinary referrals down: Franklin schools’ year in review
The Franklin Area School Board learned Monday that staff absenteeism and student disciplinary referrals declined in 2024-2025. Superintendent Eugene Thomas presented an AI-assisted year-in-review highlighting…
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
Recent Deaths 10/27/25
If You See Me Watching the Road Crew…
Pet of the Day 10/25/25
Tentative schedule set for Franklin sewer project
Experienced Venango poll workers will greet voters
Recent Deaths 10/25/25
