Tweety is an absolutely beautiful long haired, orange, female kitten. She is current on vaccines and negative for fiv and leukemia. She will be spayed. Tweety can be found at Tri-County Animal Rescue Center.
Pet of the day 8/3/18
Pet of the Day 03/23/26
Meet Kalina! Kalina was born in May of 2025 and was recently brought to PAWS. She is quiet and reserved, but perks up when you…
Where the Conversation Goes Next
Over the last few weeks, Rachel and I have been sitting across from each other on these pages, talking about difference. About anger. About connection….
Pet of the Day 03/21/26
Meet Blackie! Blackie is a friendly cat that loves affection and rolling around for more pets. He can be quite playful at times but also…
New Castle man sentenced for drug trafficking
A New Castle man, Jauan Searcy, was sentenced to 80 months in federal prison and six years of supervised release after pleading guilty to drug…
Pet of the Day 03/20/26
Meet Yule! Life didn’t start easy for Yule and his 5 siblings. Their mama was found wandering alone, hungry & scared, searching for a safe…
Former Forest corrections officer pleads guilty to assaulting 2 officers in training
A former corrections officer at the SCI Forest state prison has pleaded guilty to assaulting two corrections officers in training during apparent hazing incidents. Garrett…
Recent Deaths 03/20/26
Kristina M. Teifer, 57, of Oil City, passed away on Saturday, March 14, 2026. Robert “BK” Edward Kriek, 77, of Franklin, passed away on Thursday,…
Pet of the Day 03/19/26
Meet Pauly! We are not sure what Pauly is. His mom was a mixed breed cattle dog, and his dad was a traveling soldier. Pauly…
Franklin officer takes oath
Blayne Baker took his oath of office as a Franklin police officer during a ceremony Wednesday at City Hall in front of Baker’s family, city…
Recent Deaths 03/19/26
Patricia (Patty) Louise McChesney, 68, of Toms Brook, VA, formerly of Oil City, passed away Tuesday, March 17, 2026. Sara Lee Mong, 77, of Franklin,…
Pet of the Day 03/18/26
Meet Eira! Eira was born in August of 2021 and was recently brought to PAWS. She is a beautiful calico kitty who is struggling a…
PennWest receives awards for storytelling, multimedia
PennWest University earned national recognition in educational advertising awards, receiving a merit award for its “Power of PennWest” integrated marketing campaign and a bronze award…
Recent Deaths 03/18/26
Nancy C. Barger, 71, formerly of Franklin, passed away on Monday, March 16, 2026. Susan Ann Carns, 77, of Ahrensville, passed away on March 16,…
Pet(s) of the Day 03/17/26
Meet Minka and Lucky Henry! Minka & Lucky Henry are a loving, bonded mother/son duo that is sure to keep you on your toes! They…
Tippecanoe Road closure delayed
A change in dates has been announced for an upcoming temporary closure of Tippecanoe Road (Route 4005) in support of the Interstate 80 Canoe Creek…
Body found near Fisherman’s Cove Road; connection to missing man remains unconfirmed
A body was found Monday in the vicinity of Fisherman’s Cove Road, according to Venango County Coroner Christina Rugh. Rugh confirmed with the newspaper Friday…
ORA’s outdoor recreation business contest underway
The Oil Region Alliance is accepting entries for its Elevating Outdoor Recreation business contest, open to new or expanding Venango County outdoor recreation businesses. Participants…
Recent Deaths 03/14/26
Lois Marie Ochs, 81, formerly of Lucinda and Penngrove, California, passed away on Thursday, March 12, 2026. Robert F. “Bobby June” Wyant Jr., 71, of…
Pet of the Day 03/13/26
Meet Edur! Edur was born in June of 2022. He is a lovely tuxedo kitty who is having a hard time adjusting to the shelter….
Franklin man accused of repeatedly sexually assaulting unconscious woman
A Franklin man has been charged with multiple felony sexual assault offenses after allegedly assaulting a woman at her Rocky Grove residence while she was…
Nifty at 90: Businessman also known for love of family, laughter
Family and friends are celebrating the 90th birthday of Joseph Schiffer, a lifelong resident of the Galloway area known for his strong work ethic, devotion…
Clarion commissioners hear about 4-H plans this year
Clarion County 4-H programs are expanding their reach this year, with the embryology program — which allows students to watch chicken eggs hatch in the…
Rimersburg woman accused of shooting man in chest
A 34-year-old Rimersburg woman has been charged with aggravated assault after allegedly shooting a 32-year-old man during an argument Tuesday evening at a residence along…
Fallen tree blocks 15th Street in Franklin
Franklin firefighters said no one was injured when a large tree came down on the 15th Street Hill, near Buffalo Street, soon after 3 p.m….
Recent Deaths 03/12/26
Kimberely A. Lawson, 60, of Franklin, passed away on Tuesday, March 3, 2026. Robert A. Mathieson, 67, of Franklin, passed away on Thursday, March 5,…
Pet of the Day 03/11/26
Meet Joker! Meet Joker! This sweet boy is looking for a forever home to call his own. Joker has FeLV, or Feline Leukemia, and would…
5 area students selected for D.C. Youth Tour
Central Electric Cooperative has selected five area high school juniors to attend the annual Youth Tour in Washington, D.C., where more than 1,800 students from…
PennDOT project will repair parts of four roadways in region
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation is inviting the public to review plans for a project to repair sections of four roadways in Venango, Forest, Crawford…
Recent Deaths 03/11/26
Chandra Beth Felmlee, 59, of Victory Heights, passed away on Monday, March 9, 2026. Dale “Sonny” Early, 86, formerly of Hilliards, passed away on March…
Pet of the Day 03/10/26
Meet Petunia! If you are looking for a loyal constant companion, Petunia is your dog! She is an approximately 5 year old female Miniature Bernadoodle…
OCHS will present ‘Lightning Thief’ musical this week
DeBence, Historical Society to host mixed-art performance
Communities mourn loss of Chester County state trooper
Recent Deaths 03/10/26
Pet of the Day 03/09/26
Sugar Creek stocked and ready; waterway set for next month’s start of trout season
Reynolds to perform at Billy’s Has Karma
