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Pet of the Day 11/13/25
Meet Twix! Twix is a 6 year old boy that lost his mom. He is a very friendly cat, he loves to give hugs and…
Franklin man accused of sexually assaulting girl following DNA match
A 35-year-old Franklin man, Benjamin Donaldson, has been charged with multiple felonies including rape and sexual assault after a girl under 16 reported being assaulted…
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…
Pet of the Day 11/12/25
Meet Major Babydoll! Major Babydoll was born in 2014. She is a stunning little girl who came to the shelter in August with her buddy,…
Infant formula recall is linked to botulism
The Pennsylvania Department of Health is warning parents about a national investigation into 13 cases of infant botulism linked to ByHeart Whole Nutrition Infant Formula,…
Winter Garden Activity Guide
Even in winter, planning, equipment preparation, and care of trees and shrubs can help get gardeners ready for the growing season. Planning Finalize your…
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…
Pet of the Day 11/11/25
Meet Dawndi! Dawndi is a sweet and friendly cat looking for a forever family of her own. She is very affectionate and loves head rubs,…
Franklin High School puts out call for artists
The Franklin Area School District is seeking original two-dimensional artwork — such as paintings, drawings, textiles, or printmaking — from artists 18 and older for…
Recent Deaths 11/11/25
The Rev. Robert Samuel Williams, Major, U.S. Marine Corps (Ret.), of Pleasantville, died in his 70s on November 5, 2025. Donna D. Micoletti, 70, of…
Pet of the Day 11/10/25
Meet Smudge! Smudge is a sweet boy. He was living with a group of feral cats and was being attacked on a daily basis. Smudge…
State beautification contest open to students
Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful has announced its annual Litter Hawk Youth Award Program for students in kindergarten through sixth grade, encouraging environmental stewardship and creativity. This…
Oil City Class of 1965 celebrates 60 years
The Oil City High School Class of 1965 celebrated their 60th class reunion on October 25th at the Knights of Columbus in Oil City. Members…
Cranberry Class of 1975
The Cranberry High School Class of 1975 recently held its 50th class reunion at Cross Creek Resort. Sixty classmates along with spouses and friends were…
Recent Deaths 11/10/25
Robert W. Brown Jr., 62, of Oil City, passed away on November 8, 2025. Cheryl Tarr, 77, of Tionesta, passed away on November 8, 2025….
Recent Deaths 11/07/25
Holly L. (Hazlett) Sibble, 55, of Townville, passed away on Sunday, November 2, 2025. Clark F. Pearson, 75, of 122 Beech Road, St. Marys, passed…
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,…
Pet of the Day 11/05/25
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
Pet of the Day 11/01/25
Franklin Area High School has ‘Haunted Hallways’
It was Halloween Storytime at Oil City Library
Elementary students celebrate Halloween
Election preparations in full swing in Venango County
Down for the Count, Digging for Dreams
