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Pet of the Day 07/07/25
Meet Mary Jane! Mary Jane used to be someone’s pet. She used to be loved. Someone took the time to spay her and microchip her….
Recent Deaths 07/07/25
Molly D. Sanchez, 64, of Oil City, passed away on Saturday, July 5, 2025. Edward W. Anderson, 68, of Oil City, died Friday morning, July…
Pet of the Day 07/05/25
Meet Pookie Jack! Pookie Jack was born in November of 2013. Pookie Jack is a beautiful boy looking for a new home. He came to…
Clarion County gets its 2nd Sheetz
Clarion County residents flocked to the grand opening of the area’s second Sheetz store, located in Monroe Township, which employs nearly 30 people and features…
Kirtland Foundation awards scholarships to students
The Kirtland Cancer Foundation has awarded 20 Venango County college students a $2,000 scholarship for the 2025-26 school year. The scholarship assists students whose immediate…
It was a homecoming of sorts for ‘I Love Clarion’
For the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic, the “I Love Clarion” event returned to the PennWest Clarion stadium on Thursday. “The mall was great…
Recent Deaths 07/05/25
Evelyn “Margaret” Banks, 62, of Reno and Henry’s Bend, passed away February 4, 2025. Nancy Boyer LeRoy, 64, of Kennerdell, passed away July 1, 2025….
Where the Echo Still Lingers: Part Two
Byline: Selina Pedi-Smith, Pellere Foundation Two weeks ago, we asked a simple question: Where are your memories held? We asked for your moments, your places,…
Pet of the Day 07/03/25
Meet Oakley! Oakley is a stunning, smart, and friendly young lady who is full of curiosity and love! She was found as a stray, but…
Boil advisory lifted for East Brady, Rimersburg, and Petrolia
The boil advisory that was placed on East Brady, Rimersburg and Petrolia on June 27 has been lifted, according to a release from the East…
Oil City man charged with cutting down hedges, threatening neighbors
An Oil City man is facing a slew of charges after allegedly weed whacking sidewalks, waving a machete-style knife, threatening neighbors, and cutting down hedges…
Recent Deaths 07/03/25
John Bauer, 74, of Cochranton, passed away Monday, June 30, 2025. Laura Lou Eisenman, 77, of Clarion, passed away on June 30, 2025. Jean M….
Pet of the Day 07/02/25
Meet Sunshine! Sunshine is such a sweet boy, he will be a great kitten for a cat loving family. You can visit and adopt Sunshine…
Local cadet earns Billy Mitchell award
Luke Pentz, 13, of Emlenton was promoted on June 23 to the rank of cadet second lieutenant and was formally recognized by the Franklin squadron…
Anesthetist charged with drug theft
A local anesthetist, Jeffry L. Karns, 61, of Oil City, has been charged with stealing controlled substances—including fentanyl and ketamine—from the Surgery and Laser Center…
Pet of the Day 06/30/25
Meet Ron! Meet Ron, the handsome and friendly feline looking for his forever home! Ron is very affectionate and loves attention. He loves to play…
Recent Deaths 06/30/25
Valerie Jean Sayers, 65, of Cooperstown, passed away June 26, 2025. Lynn Marie, Hepfl, 69, of Clarion, passed away on June 28, 2025. Terry W….
Where the Echo Still Lingers
Byline: Selina Pedi-Smith, Pellere Foundation If you’ve ever had a flat tire, a busted mower, or a car that made a noise no one could…
Pet of the Day 06/28/25
Meet Kat! Kat is a 4 year old sweetheart. She is very friendly and would be a great addition to any family. She is currently…
Piney Township house total loss after fire
A fire that broke out Thursday evening at a home on Huckleberry Ridge in Piney Township left one person injured and caused a total loss…
Fallen PennDOT workers honored
PennDOT coworkers have created a memorial around a maintenance truck at the District 1‑5 building in Franklin to honor Seth Thomas Baughman, 31, of Polk, and Robert “Rob” D. Greenlee,…
Flag Day event held earlier this month
An Old Fashioned Flag Day event was held earlier this month at the Clarion Veterans Memorial Park. “United We Stand” was a family-friendly event hosted…
Recent Deaths 06/28/25
Barry T. Bell, 72, of Franklin, passed away on Monday, June 23, 2025. Janet M. Fair, 85, of Perry Twp., Parker, passed away on Wednesday,…
Pet of the Day 06/27/25
Meet Wendy! Wendy was born in March of 2025 and, along with her brother, Butters, is looking for their forever home. She is a little…
Nifty at 90: Franklin cabinet maker was known for quality work
James “Jim” Anderson of Franklin will celebrate his 90th birthday on June 27. The youngest of five children, Jim grew up working at his family’s…
Rocky Grove firefighters get pleasant surprise
The life of a firefighter is often fast paced and rigorous, which made the surprise the Rocky Grove Volunteer Fire Department found after returning from…
Recent Deaths 06/27/25
Jennifer Lynn Weagraff, 54, of Sebastian, Florida, passed away on April 4, 2025. Robert (Bob) W. Woods, 78, of Florida, formerly of Franklin, passed away…
Pet of the Day 06/26/25
Meet Sadie! Sadie is a sweet young kitty looking for her forever home! She can be a bit shy at first around new people and…
Pitt-Titusville receives gift in memory of Alex Joyce
Titusville residents Robert T. and Schellart H. Joyce made a generous donation to Pitt-Titusville’s Education & Training Center in memory of their son, Alex, which…
Franklin school board approves salary hikes for administrators
The Franklin Area School Board approved several contracts and salary increases for the 2025-26 school year, including a 5% raise for Superintendent Eugene Thomas, Business…
Recent Deaths 06/26/25
Pet(s) of the Day 06/25/25
Bridge Builders announces first recipient of technical career investment grant
Recent Deaths 06/25/25
Let’s Preserve: Root Vegetables – Beets
Pet of the Day 06/24/25
League of Hope pool players, sponsors help 2 more families
