Archive for June, 2014

Velma L. Cardy

| June 30, 2014

Velma Louise Cardy, 84, a resident of 40 Gilfillan Street, Franklin died peacefully at 10:15 PM Sunday, June 29, 2014 in The Golden Living Center of Oil City; following a period of declining health.

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Elaine A. Neal

Elaine A. Neal

| June 30, 2014

Elaine A. Slike Neal, of Shippenville passed away June 29, 2014 at her home after a lengthy illness.

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Maxine L. Boyer

Maxine L. Boyer

| June 30, 2014

Maxine Leah (Hughes) Boyer, 89, of Cranberry, died at 5:00 a.m. on Monday, June 30, 2014 at The Caring Place in Franklin following a lengthy period of declining health.

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James R. Wessell

James R. Wessell

| June 30, 2014

James R. Wessell, 85, of Seneca, died at 12:15 a.m. on Monday, June 30, 2014 at his home following a period of declining health.

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John R. Hawk

| June 30, 2014

John R. Hawk, 83, of East Aurora, NY, formerly of Elderton, PA, died Saturday, June 28, 2014 in East Aurora, NY.

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Dianne Shreckengost

Dianne Shreckengost

| June 30, 2014

Dianne DuBois Schreckengost, Brookville’s Angel Lady, joined the angels on Monday, June 23, 2014.

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Photos: 2014 Libertyfest 500 Outhouse Race

Photos: 2014 Libertyfest 500 Outhouse Race

| June 30, 2014

Photos taken at the 2014 Libertyfest 500 Outhouse Race held on Saturday, June 28.

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Photos: Libertyfest Parade 2014

Photos: Libertyfest Parade 2014

| June 30, 2014

Photos taken at the 2014 Libertyfest Parade held on Saturday, June 28.

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Rick’s Racing Roundup: Lanigan Dominates Firecracker 100 Weekend

Rick’s Racing Roundup: Lanigan Dominates Firecracker 100 Weekend

| June 30, 2014

The biggest weekend of the year at Lernerville Speedway is in the books and it was Darrell Lanigan of Union, Kentucky who came out the big winner at the Firecracker 100.

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John W. Klem

| June 30, 2014

John W. Klem, 86, of Oil City, died on Saturday, June 28, 2014, at his home.

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William H. Heeter

William H. Heeter

| June 30, 2014

William H. Heeter, 81, of 864 Flick Rd., Rimersburg passed away surrounded by family at 11:25 AM on Sunday, June 29, 2014 at Golden Living Center, Clarion PA following a fight against cancer.

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Charles M. “Mac” Marshall

| June 30, 2014

Charles M. “Mac” Marshall, 84, Rochester Mills, died, Saturday, June 28, 2014, at home.

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Venango County Photo of the Day

Venango County Photo of the Day

| June 30, 2014

“At least someone appreciates the recent rainfall.” Submitted by Paula Perry‎.

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7-Day Weather Forecast for Venango County

7-Day Weather Forecast for Venango County

| June 30, 2014

A look at the 7-day weather forecast for the Venango County area, brought to you by Dagny Design Group.

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Thefts from Multiple Vehicles Reported in Cornplanter Township

| June 30, 2014

CORNPLANTER TOWNSHIP, Pa. (EYT) – According to Franklin-based State Police several thefts occurred on Grandview Road, in Cornplanter Township, Venango County.

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Man Injured in Motorcycle vs Deer Collision on Route 62

| June 30, 2014

CRANBERRY TOWNSHIP, Pa. (EYT) – Franklin-based State Police say around 3:00 p.m. on June 28, a 59-year-old man was injured in a motorcycle crash on State Route 62, 705 feet east of Horsecreek Road, in Cranberry Township, Venango County.

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Say What?!: Town of Swett For Sale for $400K

Say What?!: Town of Swett For Sale for $400K

| June 30, 2014

SWETT, South Dakota – About $400,000 is apparently all it takes to own your very own town in South Dakota.

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Police Seek Information on Burglary in Sugarcreek

| June 30, 2014

SUGARCREEK BOROUGH, Pa. (EYT) – Franklin-based State Police say a burglary occurred on Rocky Grove Avenue, in Sugarcreek Borough, Venango County.

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$223 Million in 2013 Property Tax/Rent Rebates to be Distributed Starting July 1 to Older Adults, Residents with Disabilities ​

| June 30, 2014

HARRISBURG, Pa. – Nearly 473,000 older homeowners, renters, and people with disabilities across Pennsylvania will be issued rebates totaling $223 million starting July 1, through the Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program.

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St. Joseph’s Liberty 5K Race-Walk Set for July 3rd

St. Joseph’s Liberty 5K Race-Walk Set for July 3rd

| June 30, 2014

LUCINDA, Pa. – Star-spangled memories begin at St. Joseph’s Liberty 5K Race-Walk, a kick-off event to our 75th Annual Fourth of July Celebration to be held the next day.

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NWS: Thunderstorms, Heavy Rainfall Expected; Flooding Possible

NWS: Thunderstorms, Heavy Rainfall Expected; Flooding Possible

| June 29, 2014

The National Weather Service in Pittsburgh has issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook for the region.

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Linda S. Hefferman

Linda S. Hefferman

| June 29, 2014

Linda S. Hefferman, 61, of Crestview Drive, Franklin died peacefully with her mother, family and friends at her side at 7:55 p.m., on Thursday, June 26, 2014 at UPMC Northwest in Seneca, PA.

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Donald J. Clark Jr. (DJ)

| June 29, 2014

Donald J. Clark Jr. (DJ), 70, of Shippenville passed away Saturday, June 28, 2014 at UPMC Hospital in Pittsburgh surrounded by family.

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All American Awards & Engraving Soldier Spotlight: Adam Cunningham

All American Awards & Engraving Soldier Spotlight: Adam Cunningham

| June 29, 2014

OIL CITY, Pa. (EYT) – Adam Cunningham, a native of Oil City, proudly served in the United States Navy for 20 years, including four tours overseas.

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Venango County Photo of the Day

Venango County Photo of the Day

| June 29, 2014

“Big musky caught out at Two Mile Run.” Submitted by Brittany Lewis.

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Police Release Details on Two Franklin Men Charged on Alleged Drug Offenses

| June 29, 2014

IRWIN TOWNSHIP, Pa. (EYT) – According to Franklin-based State Police, two Franklin men were arrested on drug and related charges on State Route 8, near State Route 308, in Irwin Township, Venango County.

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7-Day Weather Forecast for Venango County

7-Day Weather Forecast for Venango County

| June 29, 2014

A look at the 7-day weather forecast for the Venango County area, brought to you by Dagny Design Group.

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Police Release Details on Warren County Man Arrested for Alleged Statutory Sexual Assault

| June 29, 2014

TIDIOUTE, Pa. (EYT) – Warren-based State Police say a Tidioute man has been arrested for Statutory Sexual Assault stemming from an incident that allegedly occurred at the Tidioute boat launch area, in Tidioute Borough, Warren County.

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SCI Inmate Strikes Employee Several Times with Closed Fist

| June 29, 2014

FOREST COUNTY, Pa. (EYT) – Marienville-based State Police say around 11:58 a.m. on June 27, an Aggravated Assault occurred at SCI Forest, in Jenks Township, Forest County.

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Say What?!: Kansas Woman Charged with Arson After Allegedly Lighting Fire to Kill Spider

Say What?!: Kansas Woman Charged with Arson After Allegedly Lighting Fire to Kill Spider

| June 29, 2014

HUTCHINSON, Kansas – A Kansas woman is facing arson charges after she allegedly set a small fire in her home early on Friday morning while trying to kill a spider.

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