August 2014

Golden Eagle Volleyball Picked Third in PSAC West

August 29, 2014 | Chris Rossetti

Rape Victim Follows, Reports Alleged Attacker; Clarion County Man Jailed

August 28, 2014 | Joanne Bauer

Gov. Corbett’s ‘Healthy Pennsylvania’ Medicaid Overhaul Approved by Feds

August 28, 2014 | Adam McCully

HARRISBURG, Pa. — Governor Tom Corbett announced today that the state has secured an agreement with the federal government to implement the portion of his Healthy Pennsylvania plan that is designed to improve and bring financial stability to the state’s Medicaid program.

Franklin Woman Accused of Assaulting Man with Baseball Bat

August 28, 2014 | Adam McCully

Memorial Service Set for Audley W. Hanold

August 28, 2014 | Adam McCully

Teen Rushed to Hospital Following Cherrytree Rollover

August 28, 2014 | Adam McCully

Dale D. Shaw

August 28, 2014 | Adam McCully

Dale D. Shaw, 76, of Rt. 208, Kennerdell, passed away August 26, 2014 at his home at 8:30 pm after a brief period of illness.

Clyde E. DeWoody

August 28, 2014 | Adam McCully

Friday Night Football Overtime Show Returns with Advanced Disposal as Title Sponsor

August 28, 2014 | Adam McCully

Venango County Photo of the Day: Back to School!

August 28, 2014 | Amy Powers

“Back to School!” Photo submitted by Tiffany Marsh.

Say What?!: Missing Canadian Found Alive in Oklahoma Almost 40 Years Later

August 28, 2014 | Jake Bauer

NORTH MIDDLESEX, Ontario — A Canadian man declared missing and presumed dead was discovered alive in Oklahoma after a routine audit reopened his case.

75-year-old Woman Injured in Route 62 Rollover Crash

August 28, 2014 | Joanne Bauer

PRESIDENT TOWNSHIP, Pa. (EYT) — Franklin-based State Police say a one-vehicle accident occurred around 6:30 a.m. on August 24, on State Route 62, 1985 feet west of McCalmont Road, in President Township, Venango County.

PennDOT, Police Focus on Reducing Impaired Driving Crashes through Labor Day

August 28, 2014 | Adam McCully

HARRISBURG, Pa. — As part of the national enforcement initiative, “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over,” PennDOT, state police and municipal police are focusing their efforts on reducing alcohol-and drug-related crashes through Labor Day.

39-Year-Old Franklin Man Cited in Domestic Dispute

August 28, 2014 | Amy Powers

FRANKLIN, Pa. (EYT) — According to the Franklin Police Department, officers were dispatched for a reported domestic dispute in progress around 8:22 a.m. on August 27 at a location on New Street in Franklin.

7-Day Weather Forecast for Venango County

August 28, 2014 | Joanne Bauer

A look at the 7-day Weather Forecast for Venango County.

4 Your Car Connection Nominates Local Businesses for Ice Bucket Challenge

August 28, 2014 | Jake Bauer

CRANBERRY, Pa. (EYT) — 4 Your Car Connection (4YCC) of Cranberry is starting a Business-to-Business Ice Bucket Challenge.

Oil Region Ballet Hosts 1st Annual Tutu Trot 5K Run/Walk in Franklin

August 27, 2014 | Amy Powers

Clyde DeWoody

August 27, 2014 | Amy Powers

Clyde DeWoody, 85, of Franklin, formerly of Reno, passed away Tuesday morning, Aug. 26, 2014, at UPMC Hamot in Erie.

James Woodburn and Helen Hutchinson Woodburn

August 27, 2014 | Amy Powers

A joint graveside service and interment for James Woodburn, formerly of Franklin, Pa., and Helen Hutchinson Woodburn, formerly of Ridgeway, Pa., will take place at 11 a.m. Sunday, at Franklin Cemetery.

Adolph “Adie” M. Dahl III

August 27, 2014 | Amy Powers

Adolph “Adie” M. Dahl III, 47, of Polk passed away August 25, 2014 unexpectedly surrounded by his loving family at St. Elizabeth Heath Center in Youngstown Ohio.

Anthony G. “Tony” Avolio

August 27, 2014 | Amy Powers

Ruth J. Shick

August 27, 2014 | Amy Powers

Vehicle Crashes into Cow, Driver Escapes Injury

August 27, 2014 | Amy Powers

Venango County Photo of the Day: First Day of School

August 27, 2014 | Joanne Bauer

“Grandma Elizabeth Coleman captured this picture of my twins embracing each other before their first day at ‘the big school’ (CLA).” Submitted by Paula Perry.

7-Day Weather Forecast for Venango County

August 27, 2014 | Joanne Bauer

Today — A chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 11am. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 77. Southwest wind 5 to 9 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. Tonight — Mostly cloudy, with a low around 51. North wind 6 to 10 mph. Thursday — Mostly sunny, with a high near 73. Northwest wind 6 to 9 mph. Thursday

Say What?!: Crocodile Attacks Couple During Late-Night Dip

August 27, 2014 | Jake Bauer

MIAMI, Florida — A Miami man remained hospitalized in serious condition after a crocodile for the first time in Florida history attacked a pair of late-night swimmers near an upscale suburb, a wildlife official said on Monday.

Franklin Police Remind Residents of School Bus Safety

August 27, 2014 | Amy Powers

FRANKLIN, Pa. — The City of Franklin Police Department released a statement on August 26 reminding residents of school bus safety.

Franklin Man Living with 17 Cats and Dogs Cited for Cruetly to Animals

August 27, 2014 | Amy Powers

FRANKLIN, Pa. (EYT)– According to Sugarcreek Borough Police, a Franklin man has been cited for Cruelty to Animals and Code Violations after an investigation on Aug. 18 at approximately 11 a.m. in Franklin, Pa.

Governor Corbett Vows to Save 55th Armored Brigade Combat Team

August 27, 2014 | Joanne Bauer

HARRISBURG, Pa. — Governor Tom Corbett yesterday released a copy of his letter to Secretary of the Army John M. McHugh opposing elimination of the Pennsylvania Army National Guard’s 55th Armored Brigade Combat Team (ABCT) headquartered in Scranton.

Franklin Woman Charged in Alleged Theft from Giant Eagle in Franklin

August 27, 2014 | Amy Powers

FRANKLIN, Pa. (EYT)– Sugarcreek Borough Police report an alleged theft occurred at 11:07 a.m. on Aug. 21 at Giant Eagle on Allegheny Blvd. in Franklin, Pa.

Local Canines Celebrate National Dog Day

August 27, 2014 | Ryan Robertson

In celebration of National Dog Day, here are some photos submitted by local dog-owners.

G. Madeline Mohney

August 26, 2014 | Amy Powers

Feds: Venango County Man Falsified Certificates Related To Plugging Abandoned Oil Wells

August 26, 2014 | Jake Bauer

ERIE, Pa. — A resident of Pleasantville, Pennsylvania, pleaded guilty in federal court to a charge of making false statements in matters relevant to permits issued under the Safe Drinking Water Act, United States Attorney David J. Hickton announced yesterday.

‘The Volunteers’ US Army Field Band Set to Perform Aug. 29 in Franklin

August 26, 2014 | Amy Powers

UPDATE: Grove City College Lockdown Over

August 26, 2014 | Joanne Bauer

GROVE CITY, Pa. Sources say Grove City College was temporarily on lockdown this morning.

William J. Zarnick

August 26, 2014 | Amy Powers

William J. Zarnick, 86, of Eau Claire died Monday, August 25, 2014, at Trinity Living Center in Grove City.

Pearl Marie Norris

August 26, 2014 | Amy Powers

David Wickerham-Wurlitzer Theatre Organist Extraordinaire to Perform at Lincoln Hall

August 26, 2014 | Adam McCully

Rick’s Racing Roundup: Blaney Continues Dominate Season

August 26, 2014 | Rick Rarer

Lernerville Speedway began to wrap up their regular season of racing on Friday evening, but ended up closing out the point races on Saturday morning thanks to Mother Nature and a torrential downpour that hit the track during the heat races.

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