Author Archive: Michaela Williams
State Representative R. Lee James Visits Franklin Industries
FRANKLIN, Pa. (EYT) – State Rep. R. Lee James visited with staff at Franklin Industries on April 23, where he and his team eagerly toured the entire plant.
PA Game Commission Releases Eagles into Wild
CRAWFORD CO., Pa. (EYT) – Within two weeks’ time, two bald eagles – one rescued weeks ago, the other nearly a year ago – were returned to the wild on State Game Lands 214 in Crawford County.
Joseph A. Lupinacci
Joseph A. Lupinacci, 83, of Titusville, PA., passed away on Sunday, May 27, at his residence.
Keystone SMILES, Safe Kids Coalition Hold 11th Annual Safety Day
SHIPPENVILLE, Pa. (EYT) – Last week second-grade students from area schools received some education that will hopefully serve them well in the future.
Fish-for-Free Day in PA Slated for May 27
HARRISBURG, Pa. (EYT) – Families and friends visiting Pennsylvania’s popular outdoor spots over the Memorial Day holiday weekend can enjoy a day of free fishing, thanks to the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC).
Forest County 4-H Clean Up Day Scheduled for June 9
TIONESTA, Pa. (EYT) – The Forest County 4-H Center will be the focus of attention on Saturday, June 9, as the 4-H members, leaders, and parents help to get the center ready for summer use.
Northwest Commission, Cranberry Township to Discuss Rising Costs of Flood Insurance
CRANBERRY TWP., Pa. (EYT) The Northwest Pennsylvania Regional Planning and Development Commission (Northwest Commission) has partnered with Cranberry Township in Venango County to provide flood mitigation information to Cranberry Township and Venango County homeowners located in the flood plain.
Annual Church Benefit in President Scheduled for Memorial Day Weekend
PRESIDENT, Pa. (EYT)—The Annual Benefit Auction and sale at President Chapel in President will be held on Friday, May 25, Saturday, May 26, and Monday, May 28.
Pleasantville Garden Tractor Pulls to Kick-Off on May 26
PLEASANTVILLE, Pa. (EYT) – The Pleasantville Volunteer Fire Department has announced the 2018 dates for its Garden Tractor Pulls.
Governor Wolf Announces Statewide ‘Resurface PA’ Initiative to Attack Potholes, Effects of Long Winter
HARRISBURG, Pa. (EYT) – Following a long winter season with dramatic temperature swings, Governor Tom Wolf announced on Thursday that PennDOT is mounting an aggressive campaign to accelerate repaving work on interstates and attack potholes across Pennsylvania as part of a Resurface PA initiative.
Local Big Brothers Big Sisters Disaffiliates with National Association, Changes Name
OIL CITY, Pa. (EYT) – After 24 years of serving the community as an affiliate of Brothers Big Sisters of America (BBBSA), Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Oil Region has disaffiliated from the organization’s National Association.
Late Alumnus’ Entomology Collection a Unique Gift for Clarion University
CLARION, Pa. – A late alumni’s entomology hobby will help educate biology students and visitors for years to come.
Say What?!: Trio of Bears Break Into Woman’s Car, Steal Fries and Tea
GATLINBURG, Tennessee – A Tennessee woman said the allure of fries and sweet tea led a trio of bear cubs to climb into her car and wreck the interior.
Mega Rock Weekend Guide: Train Rides, Live Music, Food Specials, and More
Train rides, live music, food specials, and much more headline this weekend in Venango County:
Cruise-In to be Held on June 3 in Memory of Vietnam War Vet
LAMARTINE, Pa. (EYT) – The Fifth Annual Relay for Life Team Cheers Cruise-In has been announced for Sunday, June 3, at the Salem Community Center at Lamartine.
Local Schools to Receive First-Ever School Breakfast Grants
HARRISBURG, Pa. (EYT) – As part of his School Breakfast Initiative to help more children start their day with a healthy meal, Governor Tom Wolf announced on Wednesday $900,000 from the inaugural round of grants to help 200 schools make breakfast available to all students and expand options for the children.
Cook Forest Named Pennsylvania’s 2018 Park of the Year
COOKSBURG, Pa. (EYT) – People have valued the Cook Forest area as a truly special place for centuries due to its old-growth trees, picturesque river, and natural atmosphere of serenity.
Closures Scheduled on Nebraska Road in Forest County
FOREST CO., Pa. (EYT) – Portions of Nebraska Road (Route 3004) in Green Township, Forest County, is scheduled to be closed for roadway repairs.
Maxine L. Miller
Maxine Luella Miller, 89, a lifelong area resident of Warren, PA., passed away on Wednesday, May 16, at UPMC Hamot Medical Center.
Oil City Resident Receives PennDOT Star of Excellence Award
OIL CITY, Pa. – An Oil City resident received the PennDOT Star of Excellence Award for his outstanding performance.
Larry C. Campbell
Larry Charles “Chuck” Campbell, 50, of New Bethlehem, died Tuesday, May 15, at his residence.
Venango Voters Take to Polls During 2018 Primaries
VENANGO CO., Pa. (EYT) – Though the rumblings of this year’s election were murmurs compared to 2016’s intense presidential election, people from all over the Venango County area braved the stormy weather to make their voices heard on Tuesday.
PSP, PennDOT to Participate in National ‘Click It or Ticket’ Seat Belt Enforcement
HARRISBURG, Pa. (EYT) – With Memorial Day weekend and the summer travel season approaching, the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP), the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), and municipal departments across Pennsylvania yesterday announced that they will partner to participate in the national “Click It or Ticket” seat belt enforcement from May 14 through June 3, 2018.
Riverview IU6 Students Receive Academic Service Awards; Local Businesses Recognized
TITUSVILLE, Pa. (EYT) – It was a special day for the students of Riverview Intermediate Unit 6 on Wednesday, as students, faculty, and local businesses gathered at the Cross Creek Resort in Titusville to celebrate all who were involved in the Intermediate Unit’s community, vocational, and service training program.
Franklin Students Shine at National Academic Games Tournament
FRANKLIN, Pa. (EYT) – Trevor Wood ended his storied National Academic Games career for Franklin High School on Friday, April 27, finishing second overall in the Theme game while also being named one of this year’s outstanding seniors.
4th Annual Joe Slater Memorial Poker Run Set for August 4
RENO, Pa. (EYT) – The Fourth Annual Joe Slater Memorial Poker Run will be held on Saturday, August 4, at the Eagles Pavilion in Cooperstown.
PennDOT Honors Area Woman Whose Father Was Killed by Distracted Driver
OIL CITY, Pa. (EYT) – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) honored Michelle Gallatin-Baughman with a Survivor Advocacy Award during the 2018 Traffic Safety Conference. The honor was given based on her work to draw awareness to the dangers of distracted driving.
Tionesta Native Named Outstanding Student at Slippery Rock
MANSFIELD, Pa. (EYT) – Jennifer Bauer, a Slippery Rock University biology major and Tionesta native, received the 2018 Outstanding Student Award from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania University Biologists on Wednesday, April 25, at the CPUB’s annual meeting at Mansfield University.
Department of Conservation Announces Opportunity for Teens to Volunteer, Promote Chapman State Park
HARRISBURG, Pa. (EYT) – Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn announced on Thursday that applications are being accepted from teenagers for the new Youth Ambassador program at Chapman State Park.