April 2015

The Medical Minute: How to Know Whether Ice or Heat Will Ease Pain

April 26, 2015 | Joanne Bauer

HERSHEY, Pa. — To ice or not to ice — that is the question.

Featured Local Job: Sales Staff and Drivers

April 25, 2015 | Ryan Robertson

Advance Auto Parts is hiring sales staff and drivers for their Clarion, PA and Franklin, PA locations.

Franklin’s May Garden Mart Set for May 2, 3

April 25, 2015 | Joanne Bauer

FRANKLIN, Pa. (EYT) — May Garden Mart sponsored by the Franklin Gardeners Association will be held in Fountain Park on Saturday, May 2 from 9 AM to 4 PM and Sunday, May 3 from 11 AM to 4 PM.

Two Men Face Felony Charges Following Recovery of Stolen Equipment

April 25, 2015 | Joanne Bauer

CLARION COUNTY, Pa. (EYT) — Two men are facing theft-related charges after stolen pieces of equipment were recovered by authorities.

‘Paint Venango County Purple’ to Kick Off Today at the Cranberry Mall

April 25, 2015 | Amy Powers

CRANBERRY TOWNSHIP, Pa. (EYT) — A kick-off event for the Relay for Life “Paint Venango County Purple” contest will be held Saturday, April 25, and Sunday, April 26, at the Cranberry Mall.

Venango County Photo of the Day

April 25, 2015

“Last night I had a pretty big visitor.” — Emily Eakin.

7-Day Weather Forecast for Venango County

April 25, 2015 | Joanne Bauer

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

MegaRock Weekend Guide: Relay for Life at the Cranberry Mall, Aubrey’s Adventure 2nd Annual Brew Fest

April 25, 2015 | Adam McCully

Relay for Life at the Cranberry Mall; Aubrey’s Adventure 2nd Annual Brew Fest; and much more…

Say What?!: Washington Baskin Robbins Worker Pummels Baskin Robber

April 25, 2015 | Jake Bauer

LYNNWOOD, Washington — A Washington state Baskin Robbins worker didn’t want to see a robber get away with the store’s money, so she punched him repeatedly in the head.

Venango County Recipe of the Day: Butterscotch Cheesecake

April 25, 2015 | Joanne Bauer

Butterscotch Cheesecake — This cheesecake is absolutely my favorite; it will be yours, too!

ClayToonz: History With Affleck

April 25, 2015 | Clay Jones

An editorial cartoon by Clay Jones: History With Affleck.

Aubrey’s Adventure 2nd Annual Brew Fest Set for Tonight in Seneca

April 25, 2015 | Amy Powers

SENECA, Pa. (EYT) — Aubrey’s Adventure 2nd Annual Brew Fest will be held on April 25 from 5 p.m. — 9 p.m. at the Seneca Fire Hall.

Robert E. “Bob” Erwin

April 25, 2015 | Ryan Robertson

Robert E. “Bob” Erwin, 79, of Mays Mill Road in Kennerdell, died peacefully Friday morning, April 24, 2015 at his residence.

Harry D. Snyder

April 25, 2015 | Ryan Robertson

Harry D. Snyder, age 88, of Mayport, passed away Thursday afternoon, April 23, 2015 at the Clarview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Sligo, following a lengthy illness.

Veronica J. “Verna” Delano

April 25, 2015 | Ryan Robertson

Veronica J. “Verna” Delano, 95 of East Brady died Wednesday April 22, 2015 at the Chicora Medical Center.

George W. Confer

April 25, 2015 | Ryan Robertson

George W. Confer, 71, of Rimersburg, PA, passed away Friday, April 24, 2015 at Clarview Nursing Home.

Kinzua Dam Tanker Crash, Fuel Spill Close Route 59 for Over 5 Hours

April 24, 2015 | Ryan Robertson

MEAD TOWNSHIP, Pa. (EYT) — Police have released details surrounding a Friday morning tanker truck crash in Mead Township, Warren County.

Joshua Evan Snow

April 24, 2015 | Rebecca Silcox

Joshua Evan Snow, 15, of 308 State St, Oil City, died early Thursday morning, April 23, 2015, at his home of natural causes.

The ‘Jim Holden Memorial Bike & Walk to School’ Set for May 6

April 24, 2015 | Dave Cyphert

FRANKLIN, Pa (EYT) — The City of Franklin will host the “Jim Holden Spring Walk & Bike to School” on Wednesday, May 6.

UPDATE: Oil City Teen Faces Multiple Charges After Allegedly Fleeing from Police on ATV

April 24, 2015 | Joanne Bauer

OIL CITY, Pa. (EYT) — Court documents indicate an Oil City teen is facing 11 charges after allegedly fleeing from police in Oil City, Venango County.

Venango County Photo of the Day

April 24, 2015 | Dave Cyphert

Photo by Aisling Images.

7-Day Weather Forecast for Venango County

April 24, 2015 | Joanne Bauer

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

Say What?!: Court Grants Father Parental Rights Over Turkey Baster Baby

April 24, 2015 | Jake Bauer

RICHMOND, Virginia — A Virginia appeals court granted parental rights to a man who fathered a child with a friend when she used a turkey baster for insemination.

Pennsylvania’s Spring Gobbler Season Kicks Off Saturday with Youth Hunt

April 24, 2015 | Dave Cyphert

HARRISBURG, Pa. — Another spring gobbler season is just days away from kicking off.

ClayToonz: Ted Cruz In Attendance

April 24, 2015 | Clay Jones

An editorial cartoon by Clay Jones: Ted Cruz In Attendance.

Linda W. Snyder

April 23, 2015 | Dave Cyphert

Linda W. Snyder, 70, of Franklin, passed away peacefully at 8:24 a.m. on Thursday, April 23rd, at her home, surrounded by her family, following a lengthy illness.

Arden (Arnie) L. Fornof

April 23, 2015 | Dave Cyphert

Arden (Arnie) L. Fornof, 86, of Grandview Rd, Oil City passed away Tuesday, April 21, 2015.

Westover Announces Bid for Venango County Commissioner

April 23, 2015 | Jake Bauer

VENANGO COUNTY, Pa. — Craig D. Westover has announced his candidacy for Venango County Commissioner. He will be seeking the Republican nomination in the May 2015 primary election.

Rabies Clinic to be Held in Clintonville April 25

April 23, 2015 | Dave Cyphert

CLINTONVILLE, Pa. (EYT) — Clintonville Volunteer Fire Department and New Wilmington Veterinary Service will hold a Rabies Clinic at Clintonville VFD on Saturday, April 25 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Bridge Builders to Celebrate 40 Years Serving Area on April 30

April 23, 2015 | Joanne Bauer

OIL CITY, Pa. — Bridge Builders Community Foundations, and its affiliate, Venango Area Community Foundation, will mark 40 years of service to the area on April 30, 2015.

Knox to Receive $8 Million for Sewage Plant Project

April 23, 2015 | Dave Cyphert

KNOX BOROUGH, Pa (EYT) — Knox Borough will receive nearly $8 million in funding from the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST), according to Representative Donna Oberlander and Senator Scott Hutchinson.

Venango County Photo of the Day

April 23, 2015 | Dave Cyphert

The Allegheny River as seen from Riverfront Park in Franklin, PA, April 21, 2015. Photo by John McCullough Photography

7-Day Weather Forecast for Venango County

April 23, 2015 | Joanne Bauer

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

Oil City Man Accused of Attempting to Kick Out Window in Patrol Car

April 23, 2015 | Jake Bauer

SUGARCREEK BORO, Pa. (EYT) — Franklin-based State Police say an Oil City man is facing charges following an incident last week in Sugarcreek Borough.

Teen Charged with Retail Theft in Cranberry

April 23, 2015 | Ryan Robertson

CRANBERRY TWP., Pa. (EYT) — An Oil City woman is facing retail theft charges in connection with an incident earlier this week in Cranberry Township, Venango County.

PA Department of Human Services Eliminates SNAP Asset Test

April 23, 2015 | Jake Bauer

HARRISBURG, Pa. (EYT) — The Department of Human Services (DHS) has announced that as of April 27, 2015, it is eliminating the SNAP asset test.

Attorney General Kane Warns Consumers of Reoccurring Credit Card Phone Scam

April 23, 2015 | Dave Cyphert

HARRISBURG, Pa — Attorney General Kathleen G. Kane yesterday alerted Commonwealth residents of a reoccurring telephone scam in which consumers have been told there is a “freeze” or “hold” on their credit cards.

Cabaret Singer Extraordinaire Set to Perform in Foxburg May 9

April 23, 2015 | Dave Cyphert

FOXBURG, Pa. (EYT) — One of the preeminent singers in the Pittsburgh jazz and cabaret scene, Judi Figel will share her extraordinary voice – backed by superb musicians in her Jazz Trio – to create an unforgettable evening of cabaret singing and dance music in Lincoln Hall’s romantic nightclub environment on Saturday, May 9, 2015 at 7:00 p.m.

Venango County Recipe of the Day: Snickers Cookies

April 23, 2015 | Joanne Bauer

Snickers Cookies — a great way to dress up refrigerator cookies!

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