Archive for October, 2019
Karns City Boys’ Soccer Falls in D9 2A Title Game to Punxsutawney
BROCKWAY, Pa. (D9Sports) – Graham Lott’s goal at the 15-minute mark set the tone for second-seeded Punxsutawney’s 3-0 victory over top-seeded Karns City in the District 9 Class 2A Championship game at Varischetti Field in Brockway Wednesday night.
Pitt Looks to Rebound vs. Georgia Tech
ATLANTA – The Pitt football team will look to rebound from last week’s loss to Miami (Fla.) when it travels to Atlanta to take on Georgia Tech at 4 p.m. Saturday.
Redbank Valley Drops Tough 3-2 Decision to Kane in D9 2A Volleyball Semifinals
KANE, Pa. (D9Sports) – In a match that went back-and-forth throughout the night, Kane’s block proved to be the difference, as the Lady Wolves moved into the District 9 Class 2A volleyball title match with a 3-2 (19-25, 25-19, 25-16, 15-25, 15-11) win over visiting Redbank Valley Wednesday night.
Brookville Tops Moniteau to Reach D9 2A Volleyball Title Match
BROOKVILLE, Pa. (D9Sports) – After falling behind early in all three sets, top-seeded Brookville rallied in each of them to sweep fourth-seeded Moniteau, 3-0 (25-19, 25-17, 25-16) Wednesday night to advance to the District 9 Class 2A title game for the second straight year.
Struggling Clarion Travels to Edinboro Looking to End Three-Game Slide
EDINBORO, Pa. – A couple of struggling teams meet up at Noon Saturday in Edinboro when Clarion, losers of three straight, plays Edinboro, which broke a two-game losing streak last week.
Venango County Photo of the Day
Watching a controlled burn on the 15th Street hill. Submitted by Alicia Porter Cook.
Say What?!: Escaped Horse Jumps into Backyard Pool
WILTON, Connecticut – Rescuers were called after a runaway horse ended up taking a flying leap into a backyard pool in Connecticut.
Comically Incorrect: Cleanup on Isle Deep State
An editorial cartoon by A.F. Branco: Cleanup on Isle Deep State.
Venango County Recipe of the Day: German Chocolate Thumbprint Cookies
This cookie recipe is a must for German chocolate cake lovers!
7-Day Weather Forecast for Venango County
A look at the 7-day weather forecast for the Venango County area brought to you by Deets Mechanical of Seneca, Pa.
Parker Bridge Reopens Following Tractor-Trailer Rollover
ARMSTRONG CO., Pa. (EYT) – The Parker Bridge has reopened following a tractor-trailer rollover that occurred on Wednesday afternoon.
Sunday Hunting Bill Passes House of Representatives
HARRISBURG, Pa. (EYT) – A proposal to allow hunting on three particular Sundays in Pennsylvania will be making its way to the state Senate for a final vote.
Joan L. (Blossom) Williams
Joan L. (Blossom) Williams, 89, of Erie, passed away Saturday, October 26, 2019 at St. Vincent Hospital.
Emery A. Drescher
Emery A. Drescher, 101, of Saxonburg, passed away peacefully Monday, Oct. 28, 2019, after residing four months with his daughter in Seneca, Pa.
Frances A. Hajduk
Frances A. Hajduk, 99, of Franklin, passed away on October 28, 2019 at UPMC Northwest in Seneca.
Patricia M. Snyder
Patricia M. Snyder, 80, of Pulaski, TN, formerly of Summerville, died Thursday, October 24, 2019 at Southern Tennessee Regional Hospital.
Judith Ann Anderson
Judith Ann Anderson, 75, of Brookville died Monday October 28, 2019 at Penn Highlands in Brookville, PA. Born on December 3, 1943 in Brookville, she was the daughter of the late Francis and Josephine (Songer) Ferraro.
SPONSORED: All Season Temporaries Featured Jobs of the Week
Each week All Season Temporaries features new opportunities in northwestern Pennsylvania.
Win-It Wednesday: Sign Up for a Chance to Win a $25 Gift Certificate to The Allegheny Grille
CRANBERRY, Pa. (EYT) – 4 Your Car Connection of Cranberry has teamed up with exploreVenango.com for a popular weekly giveaway – Win-It Wednesday!
Examining Local, State Incidence Rates of Lung Cancer
VENANGO CO., Pa. (EYT) – While the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania received several failing grades in the American Lung Association’s annual “State of Tobacco Control” report, lung cancer rates locally and statewide are on par with the national average.
Report of Suspicious Man Leads to Meth Bust in Oil City
OIL CITY, Pa. (EYT) – A report of a suspicious man sleeping in a wooded area led to an arrest and the discovery of a quantity of methamphetamine in Oil City.
Parking Restrictions to be Implemented for Oil City Lot
OIL CITY, Pa. – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is reminding motorists that the lot between Seneca and Elm streets in Oil City, Venango County, is intended for PennDOT employee parking only during weekdays.
Franklin Woman Accused of Attempting to Steal Thousands of Dollars from Local Business
FRANKLIN, Pa. (EYT) – A Franklin woman is facing multiple felony charges in relation to a scheme to steal thousands of dollars from a local business.
SPONSORED: J&J Feeds and Needs – Healthy Feed and Supplements for animals of all types
J&J Feeds and Needs, located on RT 66 in Shippenville, offers Healthy Feed and Supplements for animals of all types.
SPONSORED: Franklin-Oil Region Credit Union Is Offering Holiday Loans F.O.R. YOU!
VENANGO CO., Pa. – Franklin-Oil Region Credit Union wants to jumpstart the 2019 holiday season with a fantastic loan promotion!
Woman Who Attacked Nurse at UPMC Northwest Faces Sentencing Friday
CRANBERRY TWP., Pa. (EYT) – A woman who attacked a nurse at UPMC Northwest earlier this year is facing sentencing on Friday.
‘Battle of the Insurers’ Guest Bartending Event to Benefit United Way Campaign
FRANKLIN, Pa. (EYT) – Venango County United Way’s second guest bartending event, the “Battle of the Insurers,” is scheduled for November 6 at Liberty Street Ale House.