Cub Scouts Trenan Smith (from left), Gabe Martz and Jack Winters were the top placers in the Colonial Drake District Pinewood Derby held Sunday at the Cranberry Mall. Smith of Franklin Cub Scout Pack 37 was the winner. His car beat out 39 other cars from across the region to take the top spot. Finishing second in the competition was Martz of Clarion Cub Scout Pack 51 and third place went to Winters of Knox Cub Scout Pack 55.
Cub scouts Kruz Vargason (from left), Jonah Rossey and Dakota Avril placed in the Lion division of the annual Colonial Drake Pinewood Derby. Vargason of Seneca Cub Scout Pack 111 won the division. Two Scouts from Oil City Pack 17, Rossey and Avril, placed second and third. Reserved for the Scouts in kindergarten, the Lion division represents the boys first time making the famous wood race cars.
Meet Summer Storm! Summer was born in July of 2023. With her stunning silver coat and striking green eyes, she is a beautiful little girl….
The 6th Annual Black Powder Shoot-Out at Pioneer Flats in Two Mile Run County Park drew firearm enthusiasts for a weekend of primitive shooting, camaraderie,…
About 100 people gathered Thursday at Rimersburg Memorial Park to honor the victims and heroes of Sept. 11, 2001. Speakers, including veterans, local officials, and…
Kathleen A. Thurau, 72, of Centerville, passed away on Friday, September 12, 2025. Bernadine Yvonne Rex, 85, of Shippenville, passed away on Friday, September 12,…
Meet Shadow Kitty! Shadow Kitty was born in January of 2020. She is a lovely medium-haired brown tabby with striking green eyes. She and Pretty…
Jillian Ewing was crowned Franklin’s Homecoming Queen on Friday night at Franklin’s Homecoming football game against General McLane. She was escorted by Calan Hollis.
David Paul Haniwalt, 64, of New Castle, passed away Thursday, September 11, 2025. Kathryn Irene Johnson, 92, of Seneca, formerly of Kane, passed away on…
Meet Carrot! If you are looking for a playful friend to keep you entertained, Carrot is your boy. This baby loves to run, chase strings…
Franklin’s annual PetFest returns to Bandstand Park on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., raising funds for Precious Paws Animal Rescue with its largest…
Bridge Builders Community Foundations will celebrate its 50th anniversary with a Golden Gala on Sept. 27 at Cross Creek Resort, featuring former Steelers quarterback and…
A Sugar Valley Lodge resident, Justin Stewart, 27, was arrested Tuesday after allegedly calling in a fake bomb threat to Home Depot in Cranberry Township,…
The Venango County Relay For Life will celebrate 40 years of the national fundraiser against cancer with its annual event this weekend at Venango Technology…
John C. Hogue, 60, of Oil City, passed away Thursday, September 11, 2025. Rebecca D. McDonald, 77, of Oil City, passed away Thursday, September 11,…
Meet Penguin! Orca, Puffin, Zebra, Moo Cow, and Penguin were born in March of 2025 and had a rough beginning. They came to PAWS with…
The Clarion County Jail Inspection Board discussed using eligible inmates in the Intermediate Punishment program, on work release, or former inmates as temporary workers, noting…
Customers of the Venango Water Company in Reno are under a boil water advisory. The boil water advisory due to the presence of bacteria was…
Franklin Area School District’s homecoming parade is set to take place at 6:30 p.m. today, starting on Elk Street, near Bandstand Park, and proceeding to…
This article answers questions many gardeners have about how to prepare their garden for winter. As the beautiful Pennsylvania landscape takes on its legendary colors…
Bonita “Bonnie” Kay Cooper, 80, of Parker, passed away early Tuesday morning, September 9, 2025. Anita Louise (Ross) Eberle, 81, of Oil City, passed away…
Meet Moo Cow! Orca, Puffin, Zebra, Moo Cow, and Penguin were born in March of 2025 and had a rough beginning. They came to PAWS…
Titusville City Council did not publicly discuss City Manager Neil Fratus’s pending resignation during last week’s meeting, though officials confirmed he will leave Sept. 19…
Regis P. “Rick” Reed, 77, of Cooperstown, passed away on Monday, September 8, 2025. Kathryn P. Wise Heckathorn, 89, passed away on Sunday, September 7,…
Meet Azalea! Sweet and spicy Azalea is looking for a forever family to call her own! She enjoys attention but tends to get overstimulated quickly….
Helen Edith Showers Drelick of Oil City, who turns 90 on Sept. 8, is being celebrated in the *Nifty at 90* series for her warmth,…
Despite bouts of wind and rain, record crowds turned out at Two Mile Run County Park for the R100 3D Archery Shoot, the final stop…
Roland Lloyd “Rollie” Wolf, 70, of Medina, Ohio, formerly of Clarion, passed away on Friday, September 5, 2025. Dick Cotterman, 91, formerly of Oil City,…
Last week I told you how I finally got the skid loader humming again. But, honestly, the story of just how it broke down is…
Meet Lane Frost! Do you need a walking buddy or a snuggly friend? Lane would be the perfect pet for you. Lane is 12 weeks…
The City of Franklin Water Department and Fire Department personnel will be flushing fire hydrants in the Franklin and Rocky Grove area starting from 7…
Thomas A. Barker Sr., 67, of Titusville, passed away on Thursday afternoon, September 4, 2025. Herb E. Gordon “Flash”, 73, of Reno, passed away September…
