June 2018

Oil City Man Accused of Promoting Prostitution, Using Counterfeit Bill for Payment

June 29, 2018 | Aly Delp

OIL CITY, Pa. (EYT) — An Oil City man is facing criminal charges after he allegedly encouraged a victim to exchange a sex act for money, then gave the victim a counterfeit bill for payment.

David S. McCartney

June 28, 2018 | Aly Delp

David S. McCartney, 89, of Venus, died peacefully surrounded by family, Thursday, June 28, 2018, at the Shippenville Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center.

Marie Jean McKinney

June 28, 2018 | Aly Delp

Marie Jean McKinney, 90, of Sligo, PA, passed away Wednesday, June 27, 2018, at Jefferson Manor Health Center in Brookville surrounded by her family. She was born December 8, 1927 in Kingsville, PA, the daughter of Franklin and Harriet (Coder) Carrier. Marie was a lifelong resident of the area and attended the Sligo United Methodist Church. Caring for her family

Henry Michael “Hank” Hufnagel, II

June 28, 2018 | Aly Delp

Henry Michael “Hank” Hufnagel, II, of Clarion, passed away on June 28, 2018, at the Clarion Hospital following a brief illness. He was 73 years of age.

New Fireworks Law to Make Fourth of July a Blast for Pennsylvania Residents

June 28, 2018 | Aly Delp

Fireworks enthusiasts will have more ammunition in their arsenal this year thanks to a new Pennsylvania law.

Franklin’s Fourth of July Festivities Underway with Open Mic Night for Kids, Silver Cornet Band, and More

June 28, 2018 | Aly Delp

FRANKLIN, Pa. (EYT) — Franklin’s Fourth of July festivities continue today with live music, the Bicycle Rodeo, and a Full Moon Kayak at Two Mile Run Park.

Oil City Couple Charged with Abuse of Infant

June 28, 2018 | Aly Delp

OIL CITY, Pa. (EYT) — An Oil City couple were jailed on multiple charges on Tuesday, June 26, after it was reported that their infant son had suspicious injuries.

Local AFSCME Leader ‘Disappointed’ by U.S. Supreme Court Ruling on Unions; Republicans Cheer Decision

June 28, 2018 | Chris Rossetti

FRANKLIN, Pa. — Disappointed but not unexpected is how David Henderson, the Director of AFSCME (American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees Council) 85, which represents workers in Northwest Pennsylvania including Clarion, Forest, Jefferson, and Venango Counties said about Wednesday’s United States Supreme Court decision in Janus v. AFSCME.

4 Your Car Connection to Hold 16th Anniversary Free BBQ on Friday

June 28, 2018 | Aly Delp

CRANBERRY, Pa. (EYT) — 4 Your Car Connection will be holding their 16th Anniversary FREE BBQ Event on Friday, June 29.

Ben Hogan’s Floating Palace of Pleasure Part of History, First Gambling Riverboat in Country

June 28, 2018 | Ron Wilshire

Emlenton Man Accused of Choking Two Women Waives Preliminary Hearing

June 28, 2018 | Aly Delp

OIL CITY, Pa. (EYT) — Charges against an Emlenton man accused of choking two women were waived for court this week.

Forest Area School District Releases 4th Quarter Honor Roll

June 28, 2018 | Joanne Bauer

FOREST CO., Pa. (EYT) — Forest Area School District released its fourth quarter honor roll.

Man Facing 222 Counts After Being Caught with Child Pornography at Warren State Hospital

June 28, 2018 | Aly Delp

WARREN, Pa. (EYT) — Authorities say an area man is facing a slew of charges after he was found to be in possession of child pornography at Warren State Hospital late last month.

Forest Area Graduates Travel to Europe

June 28, 2018 | Joanne Bauer

FOREST CO., Pa. (EYT) — Seven recent graduates from Forest Area are traveling to Europe this month.

Four Locals Busted for Manufacturing Meth

June 28, 2018 | Aly Delp

MONROE TWP., Pa. (EYT) — Four Clarion County residents are facing felony drug charges after a recent CNET investigation.

Counting Down the Top Eight HS Sports Memories of 2017-18 from ExploreVenango: No. 7 ACV GBB Wins First-Ever PIAA Playoff Game

June 28, 2018 | Chris Rossetti

Sports editor Chris Rossetti counts down his Top 8 favorite memories from the 2017-18 high school sports season from exploreVenango.com.

D9Sports.com Player Profile: Carter Lindemuth, Elk County Catholic

June 28, 2018 | Chris Rossetti

D9Sports.com/EYT Media is doing a series of player profiles on returning high-school athletes this summer. The year in school listed by the athlete is the year the athlete is entering this fall.

Tyler Smith Named Clarion U. Wrestling Volunteer Assistant Coach

June 28, 2018 | Chris Rossetti

CLARION, Pa. – Clarion wrestling head coach Keith Ferraro announced today that four-time NCAA qualifier Tyler Smith will join the Golden Eagle staff as a volunteer assistant coach for the 2018-19 season. One of the most decorated wrestlers in Bucknell history, Smith will look to help the Golden Eagles build upon the successful 2017-18 campaign.

2-minute Drill: The Man With the Golden Touch. Rutherford Gets Unloads Sheary, Hunwick Contracts; Ready to Sign Johnson

June 28, 2018 | Chris Rossetti

Your daily sports update.

Venango County Photo of the Day

June 28, 2018 | Aly Delp

Submitted by Matt Mansfield.

Say What?!: Bear Wandering Near School Prompts Police Warning

June 28, 2018 | Aly Delp

SOUTH KINGSTOWN, R.I. — Police in Rhode Island are urging residents to use caution after a bear was recently spotted wandering around a local high school.

7-Day Weather Forecast for Venango County

June 28, 2018 | 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: Strawberry Pie Mousse

June 28, 2018 | Joanne Bauer

An elegant, fruity dessert! Sponsored by Franklin-Oil Region Credit Union.

ClayToonz: History With SCOTUS

June 28, 2018 | Clay Jones

An editorial cartoon by Clay Jones: History With SCOTUS.

Comically Incorrect: Mad Max

June 28, 2018 | A.F. Branco

An editorial cartoon by A.F. Branco: Mad Max.

Featured Local Job: Optician Needed

June 28, 2018

The Laurel Eye Clinic in Brookville has a full-time or part-time career opportunity for an outgoing, motivated Optician with excellent customer service skills.

Lisa Marie Butler

June 27, 2018 | Aly Delp

Lisa Marie Butler, 46, of Marienville, died on Monday, June 25, 2018, at the Clarion Hospital after a long battle with ovarian cancer.

Cindy Renee Manning

June 27, 2018 | Aly Delp

Cindy Renee Manning, 50, of Crestview Drive, Franklin, PA, died June 24, 2018, at her home following an extended illness.

Featured Local Job: Home Health Aide

June 27, 2018 | Tyler Ochs

Home Health Aide – Clarion Forest VNA is looking to fill a position for a Full-Time Home Health Aide at this time.

Diane M. Eisenman Moyer

June 27, 2018 | Aly Delp

Diane M. Eisenman Moyer, 54, of Erie, passed away Sunday, June 24, 2018, at UPMC Hamot.

Linda M. (Altman) Groom

June 27, 2018 | Aly Delp

Linda Maxine Altman Groom, 71, of Foxburg, passed away suddenly on Sunday evening, June 24, 2018, at Clarview Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Sligo.

Walter E. Turner

June 27, 2018 | Aly Delp

Walter E. Turner, 91, passed away on Monday, June 25, 2018, at his residence.

Joshua A. Goodman

June 27, 2018 | Aly Delp

Joshua A. Goodman died peacefully on Sunday, June 24, 2018, at Oil City Healthcare and Rehab, having lived his life at full speed and by his own rules.

Ross J. Schons

June 27, 2018 | Aly Delp

Ross J. Schons, 53, of Templeton, PA, passed away Tuesday, June 26, 2018, due to complications from a motorcycle accident.

Betty E. Rupp

June 27, 2018 | Aly Delp

Betty E. Rupp, 88, formerly of Putneyville, died on Monday afternoon, June 25, 2018, at Edgewood Heights in New Bethlehem.

Western Pennsylvania Rolling Hills May Have Saved Four-Lane Route 8

June 27, 2018 | Chris Rossetti

FRANKLIN, Pa. (EYT) — Western Pennsylvania’s rolling hills might have been what saved a four-lane Route 8.

Route 8 Upgrades to Cost Between $33-38 Million; Work Won’t Start Until 2020

June 27, 2018 | Chris Rossetti

FRANKLIN, Pa. (EYT) — With the decision to recommend keeping Route 8 four lanes from just south of Franklin to just north of Barkeyville, PennDOT and Michael Baker International (MBI) said various parts of the roadway will eventually see an upgrade.

Utility Corridor to Be Part of Route 8 Improvements

June 27, 2018 | Chris Rossetti

FRANKLIN, Pa. (EYT) — A utility corridor, originally only proposed in one of the two-lane concepts of Route 8, will be part of the four-lane concept after it received great support when proposed.

Rocky Grove Fireman’s Fair Underway

June 27, 2018 | Aly Delp

FRANKLIN, Pa. (EYT) — The Rocky Grove Fireman’s Fair began on Tuesday, June 26, at the fire department grounds on Shufstall Street in Franklin.

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