August 2018

ClayToonz: Impeach The Chaos

August 29, 2018 | Clay Jones

An editorial cartoon by Clay Jones: Impeach The Chaos.

Comically Incorrect: Political Grounds

August 29, 2018 | A.F. Branco

An editorial cartoon by A.F. Branco: Political Grounds.

Featured Local Job: RN’s, LPN’s, and CNA’s in Oil City, Sign-On Bonuses Included

August 29, 2018

Oil City Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, is currently seeking RN’s, LPN’s and CNA’s.

Irvin “Pat” L. Tarr

August 29, 2018 | Aly Delp

Irvin “Pat” L. Tarr, 78, of Kaneville/Cherrytree, died on August 26, 2018, at the Cumberland Medical Center in Crossville, TN.

Rosemary Straub-Fulmer

August 29, 2018 | Aly Delp

Rosemary Straub-Fulmer, 80, of Rouseville, PA, and Largo, FL, was delivered to the hands of Our Lord on August 27, 2018, due to complications following a surgical procedure.

Ruth Elizabeth Sibley

August 28, 2018 | Aly Delp

Mrs. Ruth Elizabeth Sibley died peacefully in New Castle, PA, on August 25, 2018, at the age of 73.

Motorcyclist Flown to UPMC Hamot Following Crash in Sugarcreek

August 28, 2018 | Joanne Bauer

SUGARCREEK, Pa. (EYT) — A man was flown to UPMC Hamot after he was thrown from his motorcycle on Route 322 in Sugarcreek Borough on Sunday night.

Polk Man Accused of Breaking into Garage, Stealing Vehicle While Naked

August 28, 2018 | Aly Delp

BRADY TWP, Pa. — A Venango County man is facing criminal charges after he allegedly broke into a garage and stole a vehicle while he was nude.

Bail Set at $100,000 for Former Venango Co. Man Accused of Choking Woman, Beating Her Head Off Bookshelf

August 28, 2018 | Tyler Ochs

MONROE TWP., Pa. (EYT) — A former Venango County man accused of choking a woman and beating her head off of a bookshelf is now behind bars in Clarion County after evading police custody since last Wednesday.

Brews and Brothers In Arms Charity Golf Outing Declared a Success

August 28, 2018 | Aly Delp

OIL CITY, Pa. (EYT) — The newly-minted Brews and Brothers In Arms Charity Golf Outing has been declared a success after raising over $1,000.00 for the Venango Training and Development Center’s Fairweather Veterans Lodge.

Clarion University Graduate Taking on LA as Model, Actress

August 28, 2018 | Aly Delp

LOS ANGELES, Ca. — A recent Clarion University graduate is reaching for the stars in California after breaking into both modeling and film.

Police: OC Woman Found Drunk Under Car; Faces Disorderly Conduct, Resisting Arrest Charges

August 28, 2018 | Aly Delp

OIL CITY, Pa. (EYT) — An Oil City woman is facing charges after she was found lying under a car along Bissell Avenue late Sunday night.

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August 28, 2018 | Gavin Fish

A look at Sharp Shopper’s Deals running through Saturday, September 1, 2018 — or while supplies last!

Juvenile Struck by Vehicle in Oil City

August 28, 2018 | Aly Delp

OIL CITY, Pa. (EYT) — Police say a juvenile pedestrian was struck by a vehicle in Oil City on Friday.

Franklin Man Accused of Striking, Choking Woman During Domestic Dispute

August 28, 2018 | Aly Delp

CRANBERRY TWP., Pa. (EYT) — A Franklin man is facing felony strangulation and related charges after he allegedly struck and choked a woman during a domestic dispute in Cranberry Township.

Pennsylvania School Safety Task Force Report Recommends Holistic Approach to Making Schools Safe

August 28, 2018 | Chris Rossetti

HARRISBURG, Pa. – Governor Tom Wolf and Auditor General Eugene DePasquale released the full report Monday from the Pennsylvania School Safety Task Force created by Gov. Wolf and the Auditor General in March after the high school shooting in Parkland, Florida.

Pennsylvania Moves Closer to Rollout of REAL ID

August 28, 2018 | Tyler Ochs

HARRISBURG, Pa. – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) Deputy Secretary for Driver and Vehicle Services Kurt Myers has provided an update on Pennsylvania’s progress toward compliance with the federal REAL ID Act, and how customers can apply for REAL ID pre-verification in PennDOT driver license centers in the coming weeks.

Three Years Later, Online Voter Registration is a Hit in Pennsylvania

August 28, 2018 | Joanne Bauer

HARRISBURG, Pa. — Pennsylvania marked its third anniversary of the inauguration of online voter registration (OVR) in the commonwealth. Officials say reform has made it easier and more convenient for Pennsylvanians to register to vote.

Oil City Police Calls: Police Seek Information on Suspicious Man with Gun

August 28, 2018 | Aly Delp

OIL CITY, Pa. (EYT) — The Oil City Police Department responded to the following incidents.

Krug Named D9Sports.com FB Player of the Week

August 28, 2018 | Chris Rossetti

SHIPPENVILLE, Pa. (D9Sports) — New season, same old record-breaking Jack Krug for Brookville.

Rick’s Racing Roundup: Racing Action was Fast and Furious with Plenty of Champions Crowned

August 28, 2018 | Rick Rarer

The final weekend of area racing before Labor Day found plenty of action and several champions crowned.

Moniteau, C-L Took Home KSAC Golf Megamatches Last Week

August 28, 2018 | Kenn Staub

The Moniteau Warriors boy’s golf team posted a five-player score of 235 to win the first KSAC Megamatch of the 2018 season Wednesday, Aug. 22. Clarion’s Josh Craig grabbed medalist honors with a 39 on the links-style golf course.

2-minute Drill: Big Ben Opening North Shore Eatery

August 28, 2018 | Chris Rossetti

Your daily sports update.

Venango County Photo of the Day

August 28, 2018 | Aly Delp

Taken in Fertigs. Submitted by Erica Jo Williams.

Say What?!: Wisconsin Company Sets Guinness Record for Painted Windows

August 28, 2018 | Aly Delp

APPLETON, Wisc. — Tundraland Home Improvements said a Guinness adjudicator confirmed that the 1,651 painted windows displayed at the Fox Cities Exhibition Center for the Windows for a Cause event exceeded the goal of 1,500 set by the record-keeping organization.

7-Day Weather Forecast for Venango County

August 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: Grilled Potato Salad

August 28, 2018 | Joanne Bauer

An excellent alternative to traditional potato salad! Sponsored by Franklin-Oil Region Credit Union.

Comically Incorrect: Bull Sessions

August 28, 2018 | A.F. Branco

An editorial cartoon by A.F. Branco: Bull Sessions.

Gail Viehman

August 28, 2018 | Aly Delp

Gail Viehman, 69, of Leeper, passed away Saturday, August 25, 2018, at Shippenville Healthcare and Rehab Center, in Shippenville, PA.

Clara A. Thorpe

August 28, 2018 | Aly Delp

Clara A. Thorpe, 76, of Brookville, passed away Sunday, August 26, 2018, at McKinley Health Center in Brookville, PA.

UPDATE: AG Shapiro, State AGs Win Nationwide Preliminary Injunction Blocking Distribution of Downloadable 3D Gun Files

August 27, 2018 | Aly Delp

HARRISBURG, Pa. — Attorney General Josh Shapiro, along with eight other Attorneys General, won a nationwide preliminary injunction today that blocks the federal government from allowing the distribution of downloadable 3D guns online.

Justin Harris Apprehended in Westmoreland County

August 27, 2018 | Tyler Ochs

MONROE TWP., Pa. (EYT) — Justin Harris — the former Venango County man wanted in connection with a violent attack of a woman last week in Clarion — has been apprehended.

Jean (Amon) Zimmer

August 27, 2018 | Aly Delp

Jean Amon Zimmer, of Sandy Lake Township, passed from this earth to be with Jesus on Friday, August 24, 2018, at St Pauls Homes in Greenville Pa.

Clara Jane (Stover) Gold Swimm

August 27, 2018 | Aly Delp

Clara Jane (Stover) Gold Swimm, 85, of Tionesta, PA, died on Wednesday, August 23, 2018, at Warren General Hospital, Warren, PA.

Oil City Man Waives Hearing On Child Endangerment, Drug Charges

August 27, 2018 | Aly Delp

OIL CITY, Pa. (EYT) — An Oil City man recently waived his preliminary hearing on child endangerment and drug-related charges from an incident where police discovered that he had left a child alone in the middle of the night.

Few Miss Humane Officer; No Increase in Animal Abuse Reports

August 27, 2018 | Adam McCully

CLARION, Pa. (EYT) — Following the departure of Penny Dewoehrel as Clarion County Humane Officer on July 26 when Senior Judge Paul Millin issued an order revoking her appointment, life goes on in Clarion County. Few can point to an increase in reported animal cruelty cases.

Franklin’s Adoptable Furry Friend of the Week: Adela

August 27, 2018 | Joanne Bauer

Franklin’s Adoptable Furry Friend this week is Adela — Sponsored by Franklin-Oil Region Credit Union.

SPONSORED: The Old Days Are Back With Some Great New Machines at Wessex Performance

August 27, 2018 | Tyler Ochs

Visit WessexPerformance.com for the latest deals from Wessex Performance of Sligo.

Untested Rape Kits, Dog Law Violations, ChildLine Among Nine State Audits to be Reviewed by DePasquale

August 27, 2018 | Tyler Ochs

HARRISBURG, Pa. – Auditor General Eugene DePasquale said he will evaluate how well state agencies have followed 207 recommendations from nine key audits and special reports ranging from water quality and dog law enforcement to ChildLine, veterans’ homes and untested rape kits.

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