October 2018

Venango County Photo of the Day

October 30, 2018 | Aly Delp

Liberty Street, Franklin, Pa. Submitted by Tiffany Ruffing Nolf.

Say What?!: Stranded Semi-Truck Hit by Train in Illinois

October 30, 2018 | Aly Delp

WADSWORTH, Ill. — A bystander captured video footage of the moment a train struck a semi-truck stranded on the railroad tracks in Illinois.

7-Day Weather Forecast for Venango County

October 30, 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.

Comically Incorrect: The Oldest Hate

October 30, 2018 | A.F. Branco

An editorial cartoon by A.F. Branco: The Oldest Hate.

Lester L. Wolfe

October 29, 2018 | Aly Delp

Lester L. Wolfe, 92, of Rimersburg, PA, passed away Sunday, October 28, 2018, at Clarion Hospital.

Dorothy M. Ganoe

October 29, 2018 | Aly Delp

Dorothy M. Ganoe, 86, of Clarion, passed away on Saturday, October 27, 2018, at the Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh.

James D. Sliter

October 29, 2018 | Aly Delp

James D. Sliter, 68, of Cornplanter Hill Road, Oil City, PA, died on Sunday, October 28, 2018, at his home.

Details Unfold in Throat Slashing at Clarion County Bar

October 29, 2018 | Aly Delp

CLARION CO. Pa. (EYT) — Additional details were released on an altercation at New Bethlehem bar during which a Clarion County man’s throat was slit.

Donald Eugene Holquist

October 29, 2018 | Aly Delp

Donald Eugene Holquist, 83, of Cary, passed away peacefully in his sleep Tuesday, October 16.

John W. Whitling

October 29, 2018 | Aly Delp

John W. Whitling, 61, of Oil City, died on Friday, October 26, 2018, at Clarion Hospital.

Marjorie M. Grumling

October 29, 2018 | Aly Delp

Marjorie M. (Weller) Grumling, 93, of Oil City, died on Saturday, October 27, 2018, at her home, surrounded by loved ones.

George L. Murray

October 29, 2018 | Aly Delp

George L. Murray, 76, of Oil City, died peacefully on Saturday night, October 27, 2018, at Oil City Healthcare & Rehab, following a lengthy illness.

Margo (Pasqualle) Wimer

October 29, 2018 | Aly Delp

Margo Wimer, 72, of Summerville, passed away Thursday, October 25, 2018, at her home following an extended illness.

Richard E. “Dick” Pierce

October 29, 2018 | Aly Delp

Richard E. “Dick” Pierce, 88, of Franklin, passed away on Saturday, October 27, 2018, at Sugar Creek Station after a lengthy illness.

Patricia Diane Zerres

October 29, 2018 | Aly Delp

Patricia Diane Zerres, 75, of Franklin, died on Friday, October 26, 2018, at home with her loving husband at her side.

Jack William Gibb

October 29, 2018 | Aly Delp

Jack William Gibb, of Palm Coast, FL, passed away very unexpectedly on Thursday, October 25, 2018, at Florida Hospital-Flagler.

Ink in Our Area: Locals Talk Tattoos, Stigma, Changing Attitudes

October 29, 2018 | Aly Delp

VENANGO CO., Pa. (EYT) – Tattoos have been a part of different cultures from around the world for thousands of years, and the attitudes toward them have changed as much over time as the artwork itself.

Woman Accused of Striking Oil City Police Officer During Investigation of Domestic Dispute

October 29, 2018 | Aly Delp

OIL CITY, Pa. (EYT) — A woman is accused of hitting an Oil City Police Officer in the face during an investigation of a domestic dispute on Saturday evening.

Franklin’s Adoptable Furry Friend of the Week: Stormy

October 29, 2018 | Joanne Bauer

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

Death Penalty Possible for Gunman in Pittsburgh Synagogue Shooting

October 29, 2018 | Aly Delp

PITTSBURGH, Pa. (EYT) — As Pittsburgh mourns the eleven lives lost in the vicious attack that took place at a synagogue in Squirrel Hill on Saturday, federal prosecutors are seeking approval to pursue the death penalty in the case against the accused gunman.

Man Accused of Punching, Strangling St. Petersburg Woman During Domestic Altercation

October 29, 2018 | Joanne Bauer

CLARION CO., Pa. (EYT) — A man is facing strangulation and assault charges following a domestic incident that occurred on Friday night along Route 66 in Farmington Township.

Sander’s Markets Purchases Franklin Shop ‘n Save

October 29, 2018 | Aly Delp

FRANKLIN, Pa. (EYT) — Out with the old. In with the new.

Sex Offender Who Tried to Lure Teen in Oil City Will be Sentenced Friday

October 29, 2018 | Aly Delp

FRANKLIN, Pa. (EYT) — – A registered sex offender who attempted to lure a teen into his vehicle in Oil City will be sentenced this week.

Top 10 Fall Adventures in the Pennsylvania Great Outdoors (Part Two)

October 29, 2018 | Adam McCully

With five counties, thousands of miles of roads, and more than a million acres of woodland to explore here, the Pennsylvania Great Outdoors region is truly a land of endless adventure, and autumn is one of the very best times for a visit.

Check Out the D9Sports.com Football Highlight Video for Week Nine

October 29, 2018 | Chris Rossetti

D9Sports.com’s Week Nine Highlight video is here. Check it out now.

2-minute Drill: Conner Leads Steelers Past Browns

October 29, 2018 | Chris Rossetti

Your daily sports update.

Venango County Photo of the Day

October 29, 2018 | Aly Delp

Courtesy of Wildlife Journey Photography — Dave Bowser.

Say What?!: Amusement Park Auctions Rides

October 29, 2018 | Aly Delp

GOLDEN, Colo. — A recently closed amusement park in Colorado is auctioning off the last of its classic rides.

7-Day Weather Forecast for Venango County

October 29, 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.

Marland Eugene Harp

October 29, 2018 | Aly Delp

Marland Eugene Harp, 80, formerly of Marienville, PA. passed away, Friday, October 26, 2018, at Edinboro Manor in Edinboro, PA.

Sarah Augustine

October 29, 2018 | Aly Delp

Sarah Augustine, 91, formerly of Greenville Pike in Clarion, died Sunday, Oct. 28, 2018, at the Laurel Brook Landing in Brookville following a short stay.

Dorothy E. Hoffman

October 29, 2018 | Aly Delp

Dorothy E. Hoffman, 86, of Brookville, died Friday, October 26, 2018, at the Jefferson Manor in Brookville.

Donna Elaine (Pierce) Wantje

October 29, 2018 | Aly Delp

Donna Elaine (Pierce) Wantje, 87, of Sigel, PA, died peacefully on Friday, October 26, 2018, in Shippenville, PA.

James “Jim” J. Sherbine

October 29, 2018 | Aly Delp

James “Jim” J. Sherbine, 66, of Tionesta, passed away Friday, October 26, 2018, at home.

Venango County Week in Review: Polk Police Chief Charged, Winning Lottery Ticket Sold in Franklin, Man Allegedly Threatens Officials, More

October 28, 2018 | Adam McCully

A look at the top stories in Venango County last week.

Clarion County Man’s Throat Slit During Bar Fight

October 28, 2018 | Joanne Bauer

NEW BETHLEHEM, Pa. (EYT) — Authorities say a Clarion County man is in critical condition at a Pittsburgh area hospital after his throat was slit during a bar fight in New Bethlehem late Saturday evening.