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Communities in Crisis: Officials Gather at Clarion U. to Discuss Pennsylvania’s Opioid Epidemic

Communities in Crisis: Officials Gather at Clarion U. to Discuss Pennsylvania’s Opioid Epidemic

| April 13, 2018

CLARION, Pa. (EYT) – Pennsylvania’s opioid epidemic was in the spotlight Thursday as officials, leaders, and community members gathered to discuss the crisis in a packed room at Clarion University’s Gemmell Complex.

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Seneca Man Awaits Preliminary Hearing on Assault Charges

Seneca Man Awaits Preliminary Hearing on Assault Charges

| November 5, 2017

CRANBERRY TWP., Pa. (EYT) – A Seneca man is awaiting a preliminary hearing on assault and related charges following an incident that occurred at a residence in Cranberry Township, Venango County.

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Not Yolking Around: State Police Crack Egging-Tossing Case

Not Yolking Around: State Police Crack Egging-Tossing Case

| April 16, 2017

ROCKLAND TWP., Pa. (EYT) – State Police have released details surrounding an April 14 egg-throwing incident in Rockland Township, Venango County.

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Pennsylvania Revenue Department Extends Hours to Help Late-Season Tax Filers, Reminds Taxpayers of Benefits of Electronic Filing

| April 6, 2017

HARRISBURG, Pa. – With the end of tax filing season approaching on April 18, the Pennsylvania Department of Revenue is extending service hours for taxpayers to get help by phone, the department announced today.

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Oil City Man Held for Court on Attempted Homicide Charges

Oil City Man Held for Court on Attempted Homicide Charges

| September 1, 2016

OIL CITY, Pa. (EYT) – A Venango County man facing attempted criminal homicide and related charges in connection with a stabbing was held for court Wednesday before District Judge Matthew Kirtland.

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Venango County Man Named PIOGA President, Executive Director

Venango County Man Named PIOGA President, Executive Director

| September 1, 2016

WEXFORD, Pa. – The Board of Directors of the Pennsylvania Independent Oil & Gas Association has announced the selection of Daniel J. Weaver to the position of President & Executive Director, effective September 1.

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‘Lock Your Doors’ Warning Issued in Oil City After Early Morning Break-in

‘Lock Your Doors’ Warning Issued in Oil City After Early Morning Break-in

| June 22, 2016

OIL CITY, Pa. (EYT) – Oil City Police are asking for the public’s help with the investigation into an early morning break-in.

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Oil City Man Held for Court on Charges Related to ‘Large Amount’ of Marijuana

Oil City Man Held for Court on Charges Related to ‘Large Amount’ of Marijuana

| May 12, 2016

OIL CITY, Pa. (EYT) – The case against an Oil City man who has been accused of drug possession and related offenses has been held for court.

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Teen Injured in Route 322 Crash

| May 9, 2016

ASHLAND TWP., Pa. (EYT) – State Police in Clarion say a 19-year-old Clarion woman was injured May 5 following a one-vehicle crash on State Route 322 in Ashland Township, Clarion County.

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Traffic Stop Leads to Drug Possession Investigation in Irwin Twp.

| April 18, 2016

IRWIN TWP., Pa. (EYT) – Franklin-based State Police have released details surrounding an April 18 drug possession investigation in Irwin Township, Venango County.

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Emlenton Man Charged in Rape of 14-year-old Boy

Emlenton Man Charged in Rape of 14-year-old Boy

| April 7, 2016

EMLENTON, Pa. (EYT) – A 52-year-old Emlenton is facing felony sexual assault charges after he allegedly raped a 14-year-old boy at his Richland Townshp home on April 3.

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Breene Honored Posthumously at Spirit of Lincoln Dinner

Breene Honored Posthumously at Spirit of Lincoln Dinner

| March 16, 2016

OIL CITY, Pa. (EYT) – The Pennsylvania Republican Party, in conjunction with the Northwest Caucus, honored the late Charles E. Breene Saturday at the Venango County Spirit of Lincoln Dinner in Franklin.

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Van Crashes into Garage in Tionesta

| March 9, 2016

TIONESTA, Pa. (EYT) – State Police responded to a one-vehicle crash yesterday in Tionesta Township, Forest County.

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UPDATE: Up to 150 Union Jobs Lost in Joy Global Plant Shutdown

UPDATE: Up to 150 Union Jobs Lost in Joy Global Plant Shutdown

| March 5, 2016

FRANKLIN, Pa. (EYT) – Milwaukee-based Joy Global Inc. announced Friday that it is closing Manufacturing Plant No. 1 in Franklin.

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Emlenton Convenience Store Robbed at Gunpoint

Emlenton Convenience Store Robbed at Gunpoint

| March 2, 2016

EMLENTON, Pa. (EYT) – Franklin-based State Police have confirmed that a convenience in Emlenton was robbed at gunpoint Tuesday night.

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Pittsburgh Police Probe Death of Emlenton Man

| February 26, 2016

PITTSBURGH, Pa. (EYT) – Authorities in Pittsburgh are investigating the death of a 21-year-old Emlenton native who was studying at the University of Pittsburgh.

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Local School Closings and Delays for Tuesday, January 19, 2016

Local School Closings and Delays for Tuesday, January 19, 2016

| January 19, 2016

A look at the school closings and delays for Venango County and surrounding areas for Tuesday, January 19, 2016.

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Snow in the Forecast for This Weekend

Snow in the Forecast for This Weekend

| October 16, 2015

VENANGO COUNTY, Pa. (EYT) – Meteorologists are predicting a light snowfall for Venango County and surrounding areas this weekend.

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Pennsylvania Climate Impacts Assessment Report Shows Threats to Human Health, Water and Air Quality

| August 28, 2015

HARRISBURG, Pa. – Pennsylvanians should prepare for dangerously high summer temperatures and more severe storms, increased threat of certain diseases carried by insects, and drastic changes to agriculture and water quality, according to a new report on the impact of climate change from Penn State University. The report was authored by Dr. James Shortle with assistance from a multidisciplinary […]

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Clarion Students Won’t be Penalized for PHEAA Funds Delay

Clarion Students Won’t be Penalized for PHEAA Funds Delay

| August 23, 2015

CLARION, Pa. (EYT) – Clarion University President Karen Whitney says students will not be penalized for funding delays connected to the state budget impasse.

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Berries Capture District 9 Class AA Championship

Berries Capture District 9 Class AA Championship

| May 28, 2015

CLARION, Pa. (EYT) – Cranberry beat top-seeded Moniteau 7-3 Wednesday to capture the District 9 Class AA Baseball championship.

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Joan “Jo” S. Jack

Joan “Jo” S. Jack

| December 16, 2014

Joan “Jo” S. Jack, 80, of Grand Junction, CO, passed away peacefully December 12, 2014, at HopeWest Hospice Center.

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Franklin’s Guth Signs with Maryland

| November 19, 2014

FRANKLIN, Pa. (EYT) – Franklin High School senior Zach Guth has signed a letter-of-intent to play baseball at the University of Maryland.

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Oil City Woman Injured in Oakland Twp. Crash

| October 6, 2014

OAKLAND TWP., Pa. (EYT) Franklin-based State Police say a 21-year-old Oil City woman was injured in a recent crash along Route 8 in Oakland Township, Venango County.

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Department of Aging Accepting ‘Champions of Older Workers’ Award Nominations

| September 28, 2014

HARRISBURG, Pa. – The Pennsylvania Department of Aging is seeking nominations for the annual Champions of Older Workers Award, which recognizes employers in the commonwealth who employ and value older workers.

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51-Year-Old Oil City Man Charged with Alleged Rape of Teen Girl

51-Year-Old Oil City Man Charged with Alleged Rape of Teen Girl

| September 24, 2014

OIL CITY, Pa. (EYT) – According to Oil City Police, an Oil City man has been charged with the alleged rape of a teenage girl.

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DEP Reminds Citizens That Today Is ‘Protect Your Groundwater Day’

| September 9, 2014

HARRISBURG, Pa. – The Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) encourages the public to protect public health and the environment by honoring “Protect Your Groundwater Day” today.

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Who’s Hiring in Venango County

Who’s Hiring in Venango County

| September 5, 2014

A look at which local companies have employment opportunities in Venango County and surrounding areas.

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One Year Left to Apply for Pa. Persian Gulf Conflict Veterans Bonus

| August 30, 2014

HARRISBURG, Pa. – The Department of Military and Veterans Affairs reminds Pennsylvania Veterans that they have until August 31, 2015, to apply for a special one-time payment to honor their service and sacrifice if they served on active duty in the Persian Gulf Theater of Operations from August 2, 1990 – August 31, 1991.

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Corbett Announces Opening of Third Round of Natural Gas Vehicle Grants

| August 30, 2014

HARRISBURG, Pa. – Governor Tom Corbett and the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) yesterday announced that the third round of Natural Gas Vehicle grants will open on Saturday, August 30, and will provide an estimated $6 million to help pay for the incremental purchase and conversion costs of heavy-duty natural gas fleet vehicles.

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