Crews were busy Tuesday working on the deck of the closed Petroleum Street bridge in Oil City. The span is expected to be closed again today before opening with lane restrictions until the maintenance work is complete. The closure created heavy traffic and delays Tuesday on Veterans Bridge and in the North Side business district. (By Richard Sayer)
Petroleum Street bridge work starts
Pet of the Day 06/17/25
Meet Fenrir! Fenrir is a tiny and fluffy boy, he only weighs 7 pounds. He is very friendly and affectionate but can be a little…
Nearly $400K grant to aid PennWest deaf education apprenticeship
Pennsylvania Western University has received nearly $399,000 from the state to launch a Deaf Education Apprenticeship Program, aimed at addressing the shortage of certified teachers…
An Oil City woman faces charges after allegedly running over a passenger and fleeing the scene
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Recent Deaths 06/17/25
Opal E. Stewart, 69, of Kennerdell, passed away June 12, 2025. Rebecca Lee Tracy, 74, of Clarion, passed away on June 15, 2025. Shirley E….
Pet of the Day 06/16/25
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Oil City woman allegedly runs over, seriously injures pedestrian
Brandy Coxson, 44, of Oil City, has been charged in connection with a hit-and-run incident Friday night in Franklin that left a pedestrian seriously injured,…
Taste of Talent contestants announced; event to kick off June 25
The Franklin Fine Arts Council has announced the 10 contestants for the 2025 Taste of Talent vocal competition, a beloved summer tradition held in Bandstand…
International Bowhunters Organization’s Triple Crown is a bullseye success in Venango
Despite a soggy start from heavy rain and flooding Saturday morning, the IBO Triple Crown archery event in Venango County carried on smoothly, with archers…
Recent Deaths 06/16/25
Addison Nicole Cangemi, of Oil City, passed away on June 11, 2025, a short time after she was born. Christopher T. Boyer, 38, of Fairview,…
Pet of the Day 06/14/25
Meet Oreck! Oreck is a very sweet and laid back cat. He likes being pet and will make a great couch companion. A warm lap…
Disc golf idea tossed around in Clarion County
Pastor Tom Switzer, an avid disc golf enthusiast, proposed building a disc golf course at Clarion County Park during a public commissioners meeting. Highlighting the…
Juneteenth speaker at PennWest Clarion places focus on unity
Brandon K. Wiley, CEO of Opened Eyes and mental health therapist, delivered a powerful keynote at PennWest Clarion’s Juneteenth Jubilee, sharing his personal struggles with…
Recent Deaths 06/14/25
Jill Renee Shultz, 55, of Sandy Lake, passed away on June 8, 2025. Lisa Diann Heffern, 58, of Polk, passed away on June 12, 2025….
Redevelopment: 3 Pitfalls Worth Rethinking
Byline: Selina Pedi-Smith, Pellere Foundation If you’ve ever raised an eyebrow at the word “redevelopment,” you’re not alone. We’ve all seen the news stories where…
Pet of the Day 06/13/25
Meet Spyro! Looking for a new fur-iend? Look no further than Spyro! This adult male is the perfect companion for someone looking for a smart,…
Garden Myths: Watering
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Pet of the Day 06/10/25
Meet Bean! Bean is a smart and playful adult dog. She is very affectionate and loves to give kisses. Bean is an intelligent dog who…
Family returns to Miss Glitter pageant
The Elder women showcased grace and resilience during their return to the recent Miss Glitter 2025 pageant in Chicora. The event, in its 13th year,…
North Clarion graduate receives scholarship
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Recent Deaths 06/10/25
Lanny Hudson, 74, passed away on June 8, 2025. George Walter Ekis, 79, of Franklin, passed away on June 8, 2025. Anna Marie Brumbaugh, 84,…
Pet of the Day 06/09/25
Meet Knight! Looking for a new knight in shining armor? Look no further than this handsome fella, Knight! Knight is a sweet, athletic, and loyal…
Bigfoot leaves his impression in Marienville over the weekend
Thousands of Bigfoot fans descended on Marienville over the weekend for the fifth annual Bigfoot Festival, which featured speakers like “Turtleman” and researchers from shows…
Work moving ahead at new Two Cousins
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Recent Deaths 06/09/25
Vickie L. Pentz, 68, of Emlenton, passed away Friday evening, June 6, 2025. Terry Lee Dittman, 77, of Knox, passed away early Saturday morning, June…
Pet of the Day 06/08/25
Meet Lou! This sweet and loving boy is looking for his forever home. Lou is FIV+, which means he would need to be the only…
Greenways honors award winners
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Sugarcreek police promote mental health awareness through ice bucket challenge
Sugarcreek police officers proved they were up for a challenge that was laid on them by Venango County Human Services, as the officers on Thursday…
It was a fun-filled First Friday in Oil City
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Recent Deaths 06/08/25
Frank A. Weber, 59, of Lake City and formerly of Grove City, passed away on Sunday, June 1, 2025. Mary Kay (Garbacz) Land, 66, of…
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