February 2017

Robert William Clark

February 27, 2017 | Adam McCully

Robert William Clark, 90, of 119 E Bissell Ave, died Friday, February 24, 2017, at his home.

Evelyn M. Williams

February 27, 2017 | Adam McCully

Evelyn M. Williams, 88, of Rimersburg, PA passed away Friday, February 24, 2017, at Clarview Nursing Home.

Judith A. Culver

February 27, 2017 | Adam McCully

Judith A. Culver, 77 of 173 Little Egypt Rd. Seneca, PA. , died at 10:46 P.M. Saturday Feb. 25, 2017 at the Golden Living Center in Shippenville after an extended illness.

Larry Duane Cox

February 27, 2017 | Adam McCully

Larry Duane Cox, 73, of Rockland, passed away Saturday, February 25, 2017, at his home surrounded by family.

Margaret L. (Cavanaugh) Kirkpatrick

February 27, 2017 | Adam McCully

Margaret L. (Cavanaugh) Kirkpatrick, 84, passed away at Oakwood Heights in Oil City on Friday, February 24, 2017, in the company of her family.

Shauna Howe Murder Case to Be Featured on National TV Tonight

February 27, 2017 | Joanne Bauer

OIL CITY, Pa. (EYT) — The murder case of Shauna Howe will be featured on national television on Monday, February 27.

Venango County Photo of the Day

February 27, 2017 | Joanne Bauer

A juvenile bald eagle on Sunday, February 26, 2017. Photo courtesy Wildlife Journey Photography — Dave Bowser.

Seneca Man Jailed Following Domestic Dispute

February 27, 2017 | Joanne Bauer

CRANBERRY TWP., Pa. (EYT) — A Seneca man has been jailed following a domestic assault on Mark Drive, in Cranberry Township, Venango County.

Drake Well Museum and Park Announces Petroleum Program Series

February 27, 2017 | Jake Bauer

TITUSVILLE, Pa. — On Thursday, March 2, Drake Well Museum and Park and Friends of Drake Well will kick off the museum’s 2017 Petroleum Program Series.

State Police Calls: DUI’s, Drug Arrest

February 27, 2017 | Joanne Bauer

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

Venango County Adoptable Pet of the Week: Bear

February 27, 2017 | Joanne Bauer

This week’s Venango County Adoptable Pet of the Week: Bear

Sponsored: Redbank Chevrolet Offers Special Deal on New 2017 Traverse

February 27, 2017 | Joanne Bauer

Redbank Chevrolet, of New Bethlehem, has a special deal on a 2017 Chevrolet Traverse.

Franklin Men Face Harassment Charges Following Altercation

February 27, 2017 | Jake Bauer

FRANKLIN, Pa. (EYT) — Two Franklin men are facing charges following a February 22 altercation in the city.

H&R Block Tax Tips: First-Time Tax Filers — What Teens and Young Adults Need to Know

February 27, 2017 | Adam McCully

VENANGO CO., Pa. – H&R Block submitted the following article: “First-Time Tax Filers — What Teens and Young Adults Need to Know”

Truck Crashes into Car on U.S. 322

February 27, 2017 | Jake Bauer

CRANBERRY TWP., Pa. (EYT) — Emergency crews responded to a two-vehicle crash on February 23 in Cranberry Township, Venango County.

PennDOT Addressing Pothole Problems in Northwest Region

February 27, 2017 | Joanne Bauer

VENANGO CO., Pa. — Midwinter warm spells might make the season easier on residents living in northwest Pennsylvania, but they have been tough on roads in the region.

Clarion Women’s Basketball Set for First PSAC Playoff Appearance Under Ashley Monday at Mercyhurst

February 27, 2017 | Chris Rossetti

ERIE, Pa. (EYT) — Fresh of clinching its first winning season since 2010, the Clarion University women’s basketball team prepares for its first PSAC Playoff berth under third-year head coach Jana Ashley and its first since 2013 at 5:30 p.m. Monday at Mercyhurst.

CUP Weekend Roundup: Track Finishes 15th at PSAC Indoor Championships

February 27, 2017 | Chris Rossetti

EDINBORO, Pa. — The Clarion University track & field team wrapped up competition at the 2017 PSAC Indoor Championships Sunday, finishing 15th overall with five points in the two-day event.

Third Quarter Costs Rocky Grove in Season-Ending Loss to Cochranton

February 27, 2017 | Chris Rossetti

MEADVILLE, Pa. (EYT) — Down just seven at halftime to Cochranton any hope of a Rocky Grove comeback fell away when the Lady Orioles were outscored 23-2 in the third quarter during a 64-32 loss to the Lady Cardinals in the District 10 Class 2A quarterfinals Saturday at Meadville High School.

Rocky Grove Boys Play at SRU; Oil City Girls at Meadville

February 27, 2017 | Chris Rossetti

ERIE, Pa. (EYT) — The Rocky Grove boys’ and Oil City girls’ basketball teams are in the District 10 semifinals.

Saturday’s District 10 Playoff Basketball Scores

February 27, 2017 | Chris Rossetti

Feb. 25 basketball scores.

2-minute Drill: Pirates Name Cole Opening Day Starter

February 27, 2017 | Chris Rossetti

Your daily regional sports update brought to you by the RRR Roadhouse.

West Forest Schools Observe Random Acts of Kindness Week

February 27, 2017 | Joanne Bauer

TIONESTA, Pa. (EYT) — West Forest schools observed Random Acts of Kindness Week from February 12 to February 18.

Say What?!: Australian Teen ‘Snake Boy’ Grabs Snake from Under SUV

February 27, 2017 | Jake Bauer

QUEENSLAND, Australia — A daring teenage boy in Australia earned the nickname “snake boy” after pulling a large snake from the undercarriage of an SUV.

7-Day Weather Forecast for Venango County

February 27, 2017 | Joanne Bauer

A look at the 7-day weather forecast for the Venango County area brought to you by Deets Mechanical of Seneca, Pa.

Venango County Recipe of the Day: Rice Dumpling Vegetable Soup

February 27, 2017 | Joanne Bauer

This recipe makes an all-in-one-pot meal!

ClayToonz: Sofa King Baby

February 27, 2017 | Clay Jones

An editorial cartoon by Clay Jones: Sofa King Baby.

Oil City’s Croyle to Appear as Guest On Filmmaking Podcast

February 26, 2017 | Jake Bauer

OIL CITY, Pa. — Local filmmaker Matt Croyle, who is also the founder of the Oil Valley Film Festival, will appear Monday on the Filmmakers Focus podcast as a featured guest.

Bright Ideas: Oil Country Bluegrass Festival

February 26, 2017 | Joanne Bauer

OIL CITY, Pa. (EYT) — Photos from Oil Country Bluegrass Festival in Oil City. Captured by Greg Knox of Bright Ideas Learning Center and Photography.

Three Oil City Wrestlers Qualify For Regional Tournament

February 26, 2017 | Scott Shindledecker

ERIE, Pa. (EYT) — The Oil City Oilers wrestling team has three competitors headed to the Class AAA Northwest Regional tournament after their performances in this weekend’s District 10 tournament in Erie at McDowell High School.

Venango County Photo of the Day

February 26, 2017 | Joanne Bauer

Belmar Bridge, February 24, 2017. Photo submitted by Jessica Hoobler.

Franklin’s Exley Qualifies for Regional Wrestling Tournament

February 26, 2017 | Scott Shindledecker

SHARON, Pa. (EYT) — The Franklin Knights wrestling team has one grappler headed to the Class AA Northwest Regional Tournament after this weekend’s action at the District 10 tournament in Sharon.

Chancellor Brogan, Other System Leaders Seek Increased Investment in State Universities

February 26, 2017 | Joanne Bauer

HARRISBURG, Pa. — Pennsylvania’s State System of Higher Education Chancellor Frank T. Brogan and other System leaders on Friday urged members of both the House and Senate appropriations committees to support increased investment in the state-owned universities as they consider the proposed 2017-18 Commonwealth budget.

Venango County Looks to Educate About Animal Welfare

February 26, 2017 | Scott Shindledecker

VENANGO CO., Pa. (EYT) – Venango County’s approach to animal cruelty and neglect is one of education, more than punishment, according to county Sheriff Eric Foy (pictured above).

Franklin Woman, Child Escape Injuries in Crash on Route 322

February 26, 2017 | Joanne Bauer

CRANBERRY TWP., Pa. (EYT) — A one-vehicle accident occurred around 1:56 p.m. on February 24, on US 322 westbound, west of Tanglewood Drive, in Cranberry Township, Venango County.

Cranberry Sending Trio of Wrestlers to Regional Tournament

February 26, 2017 | Scott Shindledecker

HYDE, Pa. (EYT) — The Cranberry Berries wrestling team may not have crowned any District 9 2A champs Saturday’s tournament at Clearfield Area High School, but they are sending three to the Northwest Regional Tournament.

Teens Can Win Big Money in Driving Competition

February 26, 2017 | Scott Shindledecker

SUGARCREEK, Pa. – The sixth annual Venango and Forest County Teen Driving Competition will be held on Saturday, April 26, at the Rocky Grove Volunteer Fire Department in Sugarcreek Borough.

Deer Creek Winery to Host Sunday Afternoon Entertainment with Ricci Hardt

February 26, 2017 | Joanne Bauer

SHIPPENVILLE, Pa. (EYT) – Ricci Hardt will be entertaining at Deer Creek Winery on Sunday, February 26.

Oil City Pi Day Pi K Race Set for March 11

February 26, 2017 | Scott Shindledecker

OIL CITY, Pa. (EYT) — Oil City High School’s Math and Physics Club will host its Third Annual Pi Day Pi K race on March 11.

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