November 2015

Helen Patricia Hutchinson

November 28, 2015 | Adam McCully

Helen Patricia Hutchinson, 82, of 117 Charlton St, died 11:55 pm, Tuesday, November 24, 2015, at Golden Living Center-Oil City.

Betty Irene (Nichols) Alderton

November 28, 2015 | Adam McCully

Betty Irene (Nichols) Alderton went to be with her blessed Lord and Savior on Friday, November 27, 2015.

Eugene C. “Butch” Mitcham

November 28, 2015 | Adam McCully

Eugene C. “Butch” Mitcham, 74, of 111 W. Walnut St. Titusville, passed away Thursday morning November 26, 2015 at the Titusville Area Hospital.

‘Bluegrass at the Barrow’ Set for Tonight

November 28, 2015 | Adam McCully

FRANKLIN, Pa. (EYT) — “Bluegrass at the Barrow” is scheduled for Saturday, November 28.

Venango County Photo of the Day

November 28, 2015 | Joanne Bauer

Tree pictured was decorated by Representative James’s office for the Annual Christmas Display at Venango Museum. Photo courtesy of Venango Museum of Art, Science & Industry.

Yeany’s Maple Recipe of the Week: Maple Ginger Fudge

November 28, 2015 | Joanne Bauer

Maple Ginger Fudge — Another delicious recipe from Yeany’s Maple!

Say What?!: Sheriff Says ‘Politically Incorrect’ Sign Meant to Spur ‘Belief and Patriotism’

November 28, 2015 | Jake Bauer

HAMILTON, Ga. — A Georgia sheriff said a “politically incorrect” sign promoting Christian greetings outside his department is meant to “stir people’s belief and patriotism.”

Franklin Man Accused of Drug Possession

November 28, 2015 | Joanne Bauer

FRANKLIN, Pa. (EYT) — Around 9:44 a.m. on November 20, Franklin Police were dispatched to a residence on New Street for alleged drug possession.

7-Day Weather Forecast for Venango County

November 28, 2015 | Joanne Bauer

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

Karns City Out Slugs Bedford to Win AA Sub-Regional Playoff Game

November 28, 2015 | Chris Rossetti

KARNS CITY, Pa. (D9Sports.com) – Going into Friday night’s PIAA Class AA Sub-Regional playoff game with visiting Bedford, Karns City thought it could play smash-mouth football and wear out the Bisons.

Forest Area Students Visit Venango Tech

November 28, 2015 | Joanne Bauer

OIL CITY, Pa. — The fifth and ninth grade classes from both East Forest and West Forest visited the Venango Technology Center in Oil City on Tuesday, November 17.

Venango County Recipe of the Day: Frosted Ginger Cookies

November 28, 2015 | Joanne Bauer

Frosted Ginger Cookies are perfect for Christmas cookie swaps!

Pedestrian Struck in Franklin; Airlifted to Trauma Unit

November 27, 2015 | Joanne Bauer

FRANKLIN, Pa. (EYT) — Franklin Police say a pedestrian was struck by a vehicle in front of Pizza Joe’s, on the 1100 block of Liberty Street, at South Park Street, in Franklin, Venango County.

Where are the Best Hunting Spots in PA?

November 27, 2015 | Jake Bauer

Scouting for deer is all about looking for signs.

Doretha B. Bowser

November 27, 2015 | Ryan Robertson

Doretha B. Bowser, 91, of Chicora, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, November 25, 2015.

James Clare Ward

November 27, 2015 | Ryan Robertson

James Clare Ward, 45, of Charlotte, NC, went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ Monday, November 23, 2015, following a tragic accident at his home.

Fatality Reported in Jackson Twp. Crash

November 27, 2015 | Ryan Robertson

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, Pa. (EYT) — Venango County OES reports that one person has died following a one-vehicle crash in Jackson Township, Venango County.

Venango County Photo of the Day: Oil Creek State Park

November 27, 2015 | Jake Bauer

This is a shot from the Brick Pond on Park Road in Oil Creek State Park. Photo by Timothy Rudisille Photography.

Police File Felony Flight Charges Against Mendez

November 27, 2015 | Joanne Bauer

VENANGO COUNTY, Pa. (EYT) — Franklin-based State Police have filed felony charges against 27-year-old Steven Wayne Mendez, of Oil City, for flight to avoid apprehension and related offenses.

Harrisville Woman Escapes Injury in Rollover Crash

November 27, 2015 | Joanne Bauer

SCRUBGRASS TWP., Pa. (EYT) — Police say a one-car accident occurred on State Route 268, west of Interstate 80, in Scrubgrass Township, Venango County.

7-Day Weather Forecast for Venango County

November 27, 2015 | Joanne Bauer

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

State Police Calls: Harassment, Thefts, DUI, Collision

November 27, 2015 | Adam McCully

VENANGO CO., Pa. (EYT) — Franklin-based State Police responded to the following calls:

Say What?!: Famous Cat Lil’ Bub Debuts New Song From Upcoming Album

November 27, 2015 | Jake Bauer

BLOOMINGTON, Ind. — Internet sensation Lil Bub has released a new song from her upcoming album Science and Magic, due out Dec. 4.

2-minute Drill: Malkin Lifts Pens Over Blues in OT

November 27, 2015 | Jake Bauer

Your daily regional sports update.

Benefit Dinner Set for Local Girl with Rare Mitochondrial Disease

November 27, 2015 | Jake Bauer

FRANKLIN, Pa. (EYT) — Franklin Elks Lodge will host a benefit dinner Friday for a local girl diagnosed with a rare cellular disease.

Venango County Recipe of the Day: Four Cheese Turkey Pasta Bake

November 27, 2015 | Joanne Bauer

Make Four Cheese Turkey Pasta Bake with your leftover turkey!

ClayToonz: War With Russia

November 27, 2015 | Clay Jones

An editorial cartoon by Clay Jones: War With Russia.

Franklin Man Flown to Hospital Following Congress Hill Rollover

November 27, 2015 | Jake Bauer

SANDYCREEK TWP., Pa. (EYT) — Police say a Franklin man was flown to an Erie hospital following a rollover crash in Sandycreek Twp., Venango County.

Explosion Rocks CNG Station in Clarion County

November 26, 2015 | Jake Bauer

PORTER TWP., Pa. (EYT) — An investigation is underway following an explosion Thursday morning in the New Bethlehem area.

Local Residents Share Why They Are ‘Thankful’ on Thanksgiving

November 26, 2015 | Adam McCully

With Thanksgiving Day upon us, we asked residents from Venango County and surrounding areas to share what makes them most thankful in 2015.

Leah Mae (Ridenour) Mealy

November 26, 2015 | Adam McCully

Leah Mae (Ridenour) Mealy, 62, of Lady Lake, Fla., formerly of Allegheny Township, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2015, in Leesburg Regional Medical Center, Leesburg, Fla.

Kenneth LeRoy Ream

November 26, 2015 | Adam McCully

Kenneth LeRoy Ream, 78, of Franklin, died at his home at 9:15 a.m. Tuesday, November 24, 2015.

Franklin Man Sentenced 20 to 40 Years in Prison for Pittsburgh Homicide

November 26, 2015 | Adam McCully

PITTSBURGH, Pa. (EYT) — A Franklin man has been sentenced in the 2014 stabbing death of a man in Pittsburgh’s North Side.

Venango County Photo of the Day

November 26, 2015 | Joanne Bauer

Sunrise on Saturday, November 21, from the Franklin Airport. Submitted by Jackie Knight.

Say What?!: Firefighters Set Turkey on Fire at Marine Corps Station

November 26, 2015 | Jake Bauer

MIRAMAR, Calif. — Firefighters intentionally set a turkey on fire at the Marine Corps Air Station Miramar to raise awareness of safe cooking procedures for the holiday season.

Man Accused of Stealing Credit Card, Jailed on $5k Bail

November 26, 2015 | Joanne Bauer

SUGARCREEK, Pa. (EYT) — Sugarcreek Boro Police say a 33-year-old man was arrested for access device fraud stemming from an incident that occurred on October 18, 2015.

Two Teens Charged with Drug Possession in Sugarcreek

November 26, 2015 | Adam McCully

SUGARCREEK, Pa. (EYT) — Sugarcreek Police say around 7:19 p.m. on November 24, two teens were charged with drug possession on Allegheny Blvd., in the parking lot of Goodwill, along Route 8, Venango County.

7-Day Weather Forecast for Venango County

November 26, 2015 | Joanne Bauer

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

Thanksgiving Day Facts and Traditions

November 26, 2015 | Joanne Bauer

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today is Thanksgiving Day, one of the most traditional of American holidays. It’s thought to have begun in 1621 in Plymouth, Massachusetts.

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