May 2015

82-Year-Old Escapes Injury in Early Morning Crash

May 29, 2015 | Ryan Robertson

CLINTON TOWNSHIP, Pa. (EYT) — Franklin-based State Police say a one vehicle accident took place on Interstate 80 in Clinton Township, Venango County.

53-Year-Old Man Accused of DUI Following I-80 Crash

May 29, 2015 | Dave Cyphert

CLINTON TOWNSHIP, Pa. (EYT) — Franklin-based State Police say an alleged DUI-related crash occurred on May 28 around 12:55 a.m. on Interstate 80, in Clinton Township, Venango County.

Police: Dog Causes Crash in Mineral Township

May 29, 2015 | Ryan Robertson

MINERAL TOWNSHIP, Pa. (EYT) — Franklin-based State Police say a one vehicle accident took place on Jackson Center Polk Road in Mineral Township, Venango County.

One Injured in Allegheny Township Accident

May 29, 2015 | Ryan Robertson

ALLEGHENY TOWNSHIP, Pa. (EYT) — Franklin-based State Police say a one vehicle accident took place on Interstate 80 in Allegheny Township, Butler County.

Wolf: 92% of Schools Submitted Funding Impact Plans to State

May 29, 2015 | Joanne Bauer

HARRISBURG, Pa. — Yesterday Governor Tom Wolf announced that 92 percent of Pennsylvania school districts across the commonwealth submitted funding impact plans to the state Department of Education, outlining how the $400 million basic education funding increase proposed in his 2015-2016 budget will be invested directly in classrooms.

Fugitive From Justice Arrested in Oil City

May 29, 2015 | Ryan Robertson

OIL CITY, Pa. (EYT) — Oil City Police say around 4:13 p.m. on May 28, a fugitive from justice was arrested after he was apprehended by police, in Oil City, Venango County.

Minor League Baseball Results: Klapec Auto vs StruXures

May 29, 2015 | Ryan Robertson

CRANBERY, Pa. (EYT) — Results from Cranberry Minor League Baseball Games

Police Capture Oil City Man Wanted on Felony Burglary, Theft Charges

May 28, 2015 | Jake Bauer

FRANKLIN, Pa. (EYT) — Authorities have apprehended an Oil City man wanted on felony burglary charges.

Featured Local Job: Accountant

May 28, 2015 | Ryan Robertson

Clarion University Foundation, Inc., has an immediate opening for a full-time Accountant.

Authorities Continue Search for Oil City Man Wanted on Felony Burglary, Theft Charges

May 28, 2015 | Joanne Bauer

FRANKLIN, Pa. (EYT) — Authorities continue to search for an Oil City man wanted on felony burglary charges.

John E. “Pete” Flockerzi

May 28, 2015 | Ryan Robertson

John E. “Pete” Flockerzi, 82, of Oil City, died at his home of natural causes on Wednesday morning, May 27, 2015.

Service Announced For Marcella Romanko

May 28, 2015 | Ryan Robertson

A memorial service3 has been announced for Marcella V. (Bradley) Romanko, 78, of St. Paul’s Continuing Care Community, formerly of Kennerdell, who passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on February 11, 2015 at UPMC Horizon Hospital in Greenville after a lengthy illness.

Cynthia J. Davis

May 28, 2015 | Ryan Robertson

Cynthia J. Davis, 56, of Main Street, Parker, passed away following a short illness Tuesday afternoon, May 26, 2015 at Butler Memorial Hospital with her family at her side.

Sugarcreek Man Honored by PennDOT

May 28, 2015 | Jake Bauer

OIL CITY, Pa. — PennDOT Secretary Leslie S. Richards recognized 25 PennDOT employees Wednesday for their outstanding performance with the Star of Excellence Award, PennDOT’s highest recognition. One employee from PennDOT’s District 1, which represents Crawford, Erie, Forest, Mercer, Venango and Warren counties, was among the honorees.

Eleanor “June” McQuiston

May 28, 2015 | Ryan Robertson

Eleanor “June” McQuiston, 95, of The Caring Place, passed away May 27, 2015.

Berries Capture District 9 Class AA Championship

May 28, 2015 | Gavin Fish

CLARION, Pa. (EYT) — Cranberry beat top-seeded Moniteau 7-3 Wednesday to capture the District 9 Class AA Baseball championship.

Venango County Photo of the Day

May 28, 2015 | Joanne Bauer

“Sunset at the Cranberry Mall.” Submitted by Tiffany Marsh‎.

Keystone SMILES Students Learn Teamwork, Horsemanship at Heavenly Gaits

May 28, 2015 | Joanne Bauer

KNOX, Pa. (EYT) — A group of Keystone SMILES Crossroads Alternative Education students recently completed a community service project at Heavenly Gaits Therapeutic Riding Center, Inc. to help AmeriCorps member Angela McIntyre with her service learning project.

Hearing Continued for Oil City Woman Accused of Breaking Infant’s Collarbone

May 28, 2015 | Joanne Bauer

FRANKLIN, Pa. (EYT) — The preliminary hearing for an Oil City woman who has been accused of breaking an infant’s collarbone has been continued.

Rehabilitation to Begin on Front Street Bridge In Sugarcreek Borough

May 28, 2015 | Dave Cyphert

OIL CITY, Pa. – Rehabilitation work that will add decades to the service life of a bridge on Front Street (4002) in the Rocky Grove area of Sugarcreek Borough, Venango County, is expected to begin on Monday, June 1, 2015.

Police Report Two Thefts in Cranberry Township

May 28, 2015 | Ryan Robertson

CRANBERRY TOWNSHIP, Pa. (EYT) — Franklin-based State Police are reporting two incidents of theft in Cranberry Township, Venango County.

Two Escape Injury in Franklin Crash

May 28, 2015 | Adam McCully

FRANKLIN, Pa. (EYT) — Franklin-based State Police say around 11:41 a.m. on May 22, a two-vehicle accident occurred on Liberty Street at its intersection with 14th Street, in the City of Franklin, Venango County.

Roving DUI Patrols and Sobriety Checkpoints Continue for Venango County

May 28, 2015 | Adam McCully

VENANGO COUNTY, Pa. (EYT) — Franklin-based State Police say Roving DUI Patrols and Sobriety Checkpoints will be initiated over the next several weeks at various locations throughout Venango County.

Minor League Baseball Results

May 28, 2015 | Ryan Robertson

VENANGO COUNTY, Pa. (EYT) — Results from area Minor League Baseball Games

Forest Area Seniors Share Reading Knowledge with Pre-School Students

May 28, 2015 | Dave Cyphert

MARIENVILLE, Pa. (EYT) — One journey is ending and another one is beginning for British Literature Seniors at East Forest High School.

7-Day Weather Forecast for Venango County

May 28, 2015 | Joanne Bauer

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

Clarion’s Pavasko Named To NWCA All-Academic Team

May 28, 2015 | Adam McCully

MANHEIM, Pa. — Clarion University junior wrestler Michael Pavasko (174-lbs; Munhall/Steel Valley) was named today by the NWCA (National Wrestling Coaches Association) to its prestigious 2015 NCAA Division I All-Academic team.

Say What?!: Russian Waitress Serves Beat-Down to Handsy Customer

May 28, 2015 | Jake Bauer

KAZAN, Russia — Security cameras at a Russian restaurant captured the moment a waitress used a menu to swat a handsy customer to the ground.

Venango County Recipe of the Day: Chicken-Pesto Pan Pizza

May 28, 2015 | Joanne Bauer

Looking for a new and tasty meal? Try Chicken-Pesto Pan Pizza!

ClayToonz: FBI’s Fun With Fifa

May 28, 2015 | Clay Jones

An editorial cartoon by Clay Jones: FBI’s Fun With Fifa.

James R. McLaughlin

May 27, 2015 | Dave Cyphert

James R. McLaughlin, 79, of Oil City, died at 7:20 pm, Monday, May 25, 2015, at the Golden Living Center – Oil City.

Pedestrian Struck by Vehicle in Franklin, Transported to UPMC

May 27, 2015 | Joanne Bauer

FRANKLIN, Pa. (EYT) — According to Venango County 911, on Tuesday afternoon, a pedestrian was struck by a vehicle at the intersection of Washington Crossing and Elk Street, in Franklin, Venango County. A representative from Venango County 911 told exploreVenango.com that the incident occurred around 4:14 p.m. on May 26. Community Ambulance Service transported the pedestrian to UPMC for treatment

Carolyn Gannoe

May 27, 2015 | Dave Cyphert

Carolyn Gannoe, age 73, of Cochranton, PA passed away on Monday, May 25, 2015 at her residence with her family by her side.

Harriet Lauretta Beals

May 27, 2015 | Dave Cyphert

Harriet Lauretta Beals died on Memorial Day. May 25, 2015 at Golden Living Center in Marianne (Shippenville RD) at the age of 94 after a period of declining health.

Rick’s Racing Roundup: J.R. McGinley Wins Emotional Victory at Mercer Raceway

May 27, 2015 | Rick Rarer

SARVER, Pa. — Great weather over the holiday weekend made for lots of racing at area tracks.

46-Year-Old Man Jailed on $10k Bail Following Domestic Dispute in Cranberry Township

May 27, 2015 | Joanne Bauer

CRANBERRY TOWNSHIP, Pa. (EYT) — According to Franklin-based State Police, a 46-year-old man has been jailed following a domestic dispute that occurred at 417 Hill City Road, in Cranberry Township, Venango County.

Police Investigating Burglary in Cranberry Township

May 27, 2015 | Joanne Bauer

CRANBERRY TOWNSHIP, Pa. (EYT) — Franklin-based State Police say a burglary occurred on East State Road, in Cranberry Township, Venango County.

Police Release Details on Tractor Trailer Crash in Scrubgrass Twp.

May 27, 2015 | Amy Powers

SCRUBGRASS TOWNSHIP, Pa. (EYT) — Franklin-based State Police say a tractor trailer collided with a vehicle parked along I-80, in Scrubgrass Township, Venango County.

Venango County Photo of the Day

May 27, 2015 | Amy Powers

“Oil Creek State Park railroad bridge.” Photo captured by Timothy Rudisille Photography.

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