Archive for July, 2018

Local Man Hopes to Help Youth, Boost Tourism Through Go-Kart Racetrack

Local Man Hopes to Help Youth, Boost Tourism Through Go-Kart Racetrack

| July 31, 2018

SENECA, Pa. (EYT) – A local businessman was given the go-ahead for a go-kart racetrack on his “Seneca Ponds” property located at 1507 Horsecreek Road in Cranberry Township, Venango County.

Continue Reading

Portion of Route 322 Closed in Franklin for 10 Days

Portion of Route 322 Closed in Franklin for 10 Days

| July 31, 2018

FRANKLIN, Pa. (EYT) – ​Route 322 (13th Street) is closed in the City of Franklin, Venango County, for roadway repairs.

Continue Reading

Richard A. Bryan

Richard A. Bryan

| July 31, 2018

Richard A. Bryan, 86, of Lower Burrell, formerly of Franklin and a longtime resident of Seneca, passed away on Saturday, July 28, 2018, at UPMC St. Margaret in Pittsburgh.

Continue Reading

Bessie E. (Sheesley) Amsler

Bessie E. (Sheesley) Amsler

| July 31, 2018

Bessie E. Amsler, 84, of the Clarview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, formerly of Knox, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Sunday, July 29, 2018, at the Clarview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Sligo, after many years of declining health.

Continue Reading

David E. Shull

David E. Shull

| July 31, 2018

David E. Shull, 70, of Oil City, passed away on his birthday, Monday, July 30, 2018, at UPMC Northwest in Seneca.

Continue Reading

Judith Ann (Malone) Megnin

Judith Ann (Malone) Megnin

| July 31, 2018

Following a brief illness, Judith Ann (Malone) Megnin passed away on Saturday, July 28, at UPMC Shadyside. She was surrounded by family and friends. 

Continue Reading

Man Accused of Raping 11-Year-Old Girl Repeatedly in Venango County Faces Hearing Wednesday

Man Accused of Raping 11-Year-Old Girl Repeatedly in Venango County Faces Hearing Wednesday

| July 31, 2018

RICHLAND TWP., Pa. (ETY) – A 19-year-old Knox man accused of raping an 11-year-old girl repeatedly at a Venango County residence is due in court this week.

Continue Reading

Local Man Makes National News with ‘Scream Comes Home’ Event

Local Man Makes National News with ‘Scream Comes Home’ Event

| July 31, 2018

CLARION, Pa. (EYT) – A Clarion man recently found himself in the middle of a massive media storm after his idea to have a “Scream” themed party at the house where the original movie was filmed became a reality.

Continue Reading

SPONSORED: Great Deals at Sharp Shopper – Guernsey Provolone, Honeydews, Iced Tea Black, and More

SPONSORED: Great Deals at Sharp Shopper – Guernsey Provolone, Honeydews, Iced Tea Black, and More

| July 31, 2018

A look at Sharp Shopper’s Deals running through Saturday, August 4, 2018 – or while supplies last!

Continue Reading

Phase-in of Dry Leaf Medical Marijuana Starts August 1 at Dispensaries

Phase-in of Dry Leaf Medical Marijuana Starts August 1 at Dispensaries

| July 31, 2018

HARRISBURG, Pa. – The Wolf Administration on Monday announced that the dry leaf form of medical marijuana will be phased in at dispensaries starting August 1 at 16 locations and expanding to 28 locations the following week.

Continue Reading

Route 8 Bridge in Barkeyville to Close Sunday

Route 8 Bridge in Barkeyville to Close Sunday

| July 31, 2018

OIL CITY, Pa. – The bridge that carries Route 8 over a tributary of Wolf Creek in Barkeyville Borough, Venango County will be closed for seven days starting August 5, 2018.

Continue Reading

State Police Calls: Bizarre Backyard Incident in Rouseville, PFA Violatin in Franklin

State Police Calls: Bizarre Backyard Incident in Rouseville, PFA Violatin in Franklin

| July 31, 2018

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

Continue Reading

SPONSORED: Dougherty Real Estate Open House Set for Today

SPONSORED: Dougherty Real Estate Open House Set for Today

| July 31, 2018

Dougherty Real Estate in Fairmount City is having an Open House on Tuesday, July 31, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at a Sherman Heights, Fairmount City property.

Continue Reading

Oil City Man Accused of Intimidating Witness on Facebook Waives Hearing

Oil City Man Accused of Intimidating Witness on Facebook Waives Hearing

| July 31, 2018

OIL CITY, Pa. (EYT) – An Oil City facing felony witness intimidation charges recently waived his preliminary hearing.

Continue Reading

New Charges Filed Against Pediatrician for Abuse of 29 More Children

New Charges Filed Against Pediatrician for Abuse of 29 More Children

| July 31, 2018

HARRISBURG, Pa. — During a press conference yesterday at the Richland Township Police Department, Attorney General Josh Shapiro announced new charges against a Johnstown pediatrician for the sexual abuse of 29 more child victims.

Continue Reading

Rolling Roadblocks Scheduled on I-80 This Week for Bridge Replacement Project in Richland Township

Rolling Roadblocks Scheduled on I-80 This Week for Bridge Replacement Project in Richland Township

| July 31, 2018

RICHLAND TWP., Pa. (EYT) – Rolling road blocks will occur on I-80 this week as part of the Kahle Bridge replacement project in Richland Township.

Continue Reading

$5 Million Awarded in Fresh Food Grants to Pennsylvania Elementary Schools

$5 Million Awarded in Fresh Food Grants to Pennsylvania Elementary Schools

| July 31, 2018

HARRISBURG, Pa. – Governor Tom Wolf announced on Monday that nearly 200 elementary schools across the Commonwealth have been selected for grants totaling almost $5 million to provide students with fresh fruits and vegetables during the school day.

Continue Reading

Rick’s Racing Roundup: DuBois’ Gordon Snags Win at Sharon

Rick’s Racing Roundup: DuBois’ Gordon Snags Win at Sharon

| July 31, 2018

Western Pennsylvania was treated to some of the nicest weather of the summer over the weekend and that meant lots of racing at area tracks.

Continue Reading

D9Sports.com Player Profile: Alyssa Stitt, Karns City

D9Sports.com Player Profile: Alyssa Stitt, Karns City

| July 31, 2018

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.

Continue Reading

D9Sports.com Player Profile: Brandon Sicheri, St. Marys

D9Sports.com Player Profile: Brandon Sicheri, St. Marys

| July 31, 2018

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.

Continue Reading

2-minute Drill: Will Pirates Make a Move?

2-minute Drill: Will Pirates Make a Move?

| July 31, 2018

Your daily sports update.

Continue Reading

Venango County Photo of the Day

Venango County Photo of the Day

| July 31, 2018

Oil Creek from the Route 8 bridge. Submitted by Em Wilson.

Continue Reading

Say What?!: Florida Man Carries Alligator into Convenience Store

Say What?!: Florida Man Carries Alligator into Convenience Store

| July 31, 2018

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – A Florida man caught on film carrying an alligator into a convenience store to buy beer claims it was all just a harmless prank.

Continue Reading

7-Day Weather Forecast for Venango County

7-Day Weather Forecast for Venango County

| July 31, 2018

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

Continue Reading

Venango County Recipe of the Day: Cherry-Chocolate Floats

Venango County Recipe of the Day: Cherry-Chocolate Floats

| July 31, 2018

Here’s an old-time ice cream parlor recipe! Sponsored by Franklin-Oil Region Credit Union.

Continue Reading

ClayToonz: Yo Quiero

ClayToonz: Yo Quiero

| July 31, 2018

An editorial cartoon by Clay Jones: Yo Quiero.

Continue Reading

Comically Incorrect: The Amerikan

Comically Incorrect: The Amerikan

| July 31, 2018

An editorial cartoon by A.F. Branco: The Amerikan.

Continue Reading

Gregory A. McClain

Gregory A. McClain

| July 30, 2018

Gregory A. McClain, 68, of Mahoning Township, Armstrong County, passed away at home Saturday, July 28, 2018, following an illness of one year.

Continue Reading

Mary Esther Sliker

Mary Esther Sliker

| July 30, 2018

Mary Esther Sliker, 84, a resident of Cranberry, went home to be with the Lord at 9:40 a.m. at Oil City Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center on Saturday, July 28, 2018.

Continue Reading

James L. Smith

James L. Smith

| July 30, 2018

James L. Smith, 89, of Summerville, PA, died Saturday, July 28, 2018, at his home in Summerville.

Continue Reading