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Franklin, Oil City Officers Among Nine Honored for Aggressive Driving Enforcement

Franklin, Oil City Officers Among Nine Honored for Aggressive Driving Enforcement

| June 4, 2014

OIL CITY, Pa. – Nine officers from Erie, Crawford, Forest, Mercer, Venango and Warren counties were honored for their aggressive driving enforcement efforts.

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Police Release Information on Suspected DUI and Drug Possession

| June 4, 2014

SANDYCREEK TOWNSHIP, Pa. (EYT) – Police say a 25-year-old Pittsburgh man was stopped for a registration violation around 2:00 p.m. on June 3.

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Police: Richland Township Altercation Results in Assault and Harassment Charges

| June 4, 2014

RICHLAND TOWNSHIP, Pa. (EYT) – Franklin-based State Police say around 12:40 a.m. on May 26, an altercation occurred on Whitehall Road in Richland Township.

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Wolf Urges Corbett, General Assembly To Pass Drilling Tax

| June 4, 2014

York, PA – Tom Wolf today is sending letters to Governor Tom Corbett and House and Senate members urging them to put politics aside and pass a severance tax with an effective rate of at least 5 percent.

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Mary Christine Scott

| June 3, 2014

Mary Christine Scott, age 64, of Strattanville, PA. passed away on June 3, 2014 in the Clarion Hospital. She was born in Saginaw, MI on April 8, 1950 to the late William Addison Kendrick, who died March 3, 2014, and H. Jane (Brackney) Kendrick who survives. Mary worked as a visiting nurses aide for 15 […]

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Mary K. Flickinger

Mary K. Flickinger

| June 3, 2014

Mary K. Flickinger, formerly of Limestone, passed away on June 3, 2014 at the Saxony Health Center in Saxonburg PA. She was 91 years old. Born on July 5, 1922, in Limestone, Clarion County, she was the daughter of the late James and Hazel (George) Edder. After graduating from Clarion-Limestone High School, she married Homer […]

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All American Awards & Engraving Soldier Spotlight: Brandon Armagost

All American Awards & Engraving Soldier Spotlight: Brandon Armagost

| June 1, 2014

Brandon Armagost, a native of Curllsville, has proudly served in the United States Air Force for 5 years, including one tour in Afghanistan.

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Grant Funding Available to Northwest Region

| May 30, 2014

A funding round for the Northwest Regional Planning and Development Commission’s Greenways Block Grant (GBG) Program is open and applications are being accepted through 11:00 AM, July 3rd for eligible projects located within the northwest Pennsylvania Greenways Region of Clarion, Crawford, Erie, Forest, Lawrence, Mercer, Venango, and Warren Counties.

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Oil City Man Pleads Guilty to Burglaries in Seneca

Oil City Man Pleads Guilty to Burglaries in Seneca

| May 30, 2014

FRANKLIN, Pa. (EYT) – The Oil City man who broke into a three businesses earlier this year pleaded guilty on burglary charges.

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Franklin Woman Facing Charges After 13 Animals Rescued from Hazardous Conditions

| May 30, 2014

FRANKLIN, Pa. (EYT) — Yesterday around at 9:25 a.m., Franklin Police were dispatched to an Elm Street residence and placed on civil stand-by.

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“Operation Breakfast Club” Fugitive Nabbed in Oil City After Jumping in Allegheny River

“Operation Breakfast Club” Fugitive Nabbed in Oil City After Jumping in Allegheny River

| May 29, 2014

OIL CITY, Pa. (EYT) — The final suspected drug dealer in a month-long search by police in was apprehended in Oil City.

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Who’s Hiring in Venango County

Who’s Hiring in Venango County

| May 28, 2014

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

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The River City Brass to Perform in Emlenton

The River City Brass to Perform in Emlenton

| May 28, 2014

EMLENTON, Pa. – The Allegheny RiverStone Center for the Arts (ARCA) will present the internationally acclaimed River City Brass, America’s favorite Brass Band, at its first concert in Emlenton at the Crawford Center on Friday, June 20 at 8:00 p.m.

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National Academic Games Tournament Showcases Talents of Franklin Students

National Academic Games Tournament Showcases Talents of Franklin Students

| May 28, 2014

KNOXVILLE, Tennessee – The Academic Games Leagues of America held their 49th annual National Tournament April 25-28 in Knoxville, TN. Seven students from Franklin participated in the four day event.

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Venango County Adoptable Pet of the Week: Zeus

Venango County Adoptable Pet of the Week: Zeus

| May 28, 2014

 Zeus, a Lab Retriever mix, is a 5 to 7 year old neutered male. He has a solid black coat and dark brown eyes.

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Youth Theatre Summer Camp Registration Still Open

| May 28, 2014

FRANKLIN, Pa. – Registration for FCOA Youth Theatre Summer Camp is still open.

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Little League Camp Set for July 14-16

Little League Camp Set for July 14-16

| May 28, 2014

CRANBERRY, Pa. – The Bianco School of Baseball has agreed to put on a player summer camp at the Cranberry area Little League complex.

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Pa. Game Commission Warn of Disturbing Young Wildlife

| May 28, 2014

The leaves are green, the flowers are in bloom and, once again, it’s that time of year when a new generation of wildlife is making its arrival.

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All American Awards & Engraving Soldier Spotlight: Ryan Talley

All American Awards & Engraving Soldier Spotlight: Ryan Talley

| May 25, 2014

Ryan Talley joined the United States Navy in 2012 and is currently stationed at Naval Station Everett in Washington state.

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North Clarion’s Popoleo Excels at Track Meets

North Clarion’s Popoleo Excels at Track Meets

| May 23, 2014

TIONESTA, Pa. – Nick Popoleo has excelled with the North Clarion track & field team this season.

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Mega Rock Weekend Guide: Venango County Flea Market; Boat Racing at Two Mile Run; Jay Wiley at FoxTales

Mega Rock Weekend Guide: Venango County Flea Market; Boat Racing at Two Mile Run; Jay Wiley at FoxTales

| May 23, 2014

Venango County Flea Market; Boat Racing at Two Mile Run…

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Beginners Night at Local Observatory to Take Place Tonight

Beginners Night at Local Observatory to Take Place Tonight

| May 23, 2014

The Oil Region Astronomical Observatory, in Two Mile Run County Park, will be open to the public starting at 7:30 PM on Friday, May 23.

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New Restaurant Added to Oil City Streets

New Restaurant Added to Oil City Streets

| May 22, 2014

OIL CITY, Pa. (EYT) — A new restaurant has made its way to downtown Oil City.

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Locals Speak Out on Decision to Strike Down Gay Marriage Ban

Locals Speak Out on Decision to Strike Down Gay Marriage Ban

| May 21, 2014

Yesterday, a historic decision was made in Federal Court for the state of Pennsylvania.

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Who’s Hiring in Venango County

Who’s Hiring in Venango County

| May 21, 2014

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

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Venango College of Clarion University Offering Summer Dance Camp

Venango College of Clarion University Offering Summer Dance Camp

| May 21, 2014

OIL CITY, Pa. – Venango College of Clarion University’s Office of Continuing Education is offering a summer dance camp in June.

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PennDOT, Police Partnering to Encourage Increased Seat-Belt Use

| May 21, 2014

PennDOT, Pennsylvania State and local police are partnering for a nationwide “Click It or Ticket” seat-belt enforcement which starts today, May 19 and runs through June 8.

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229 Degrees Conferred at Venango College Commencement Ceremony

229 Degrees Conferred at Venango College Commencement Ceremony

| May 20, 2014

OIL CITY, Pa. – Dr. Joseph Carrico, Superintendent of the Oil City Area School District, was the featured speaker at the annual Venango College commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 10, at the Robert W. Rhoades Center gymnasium.

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Alvin J. Knappenberger

Alvin J. Knappenberger

| May 19, 2014

Alvin J. Knappenberger, age 92, of Knox, passed away Sunday afternoon, May 18, 2014.

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Wallis Anne Glodich Shirey

Wallis Anne Glodich Shirey

| May 19, 2014

A great treasure that was lost here on earth has been discovered in Heaven. Wallis Anne Glodich Shirey of Marianne Estates, in Shippenville, Pennsylvania went to be with her Lord and Savior on Saturday, May 17, 2014 at 2:16 AM with her husband and son by her side. She had been fighting against cancer for […]

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