July 2012

State Police Investigating Theft of Guns

July 27, 2012 | Adam McCully

Venango County Photo of the Day

July 27, 2012

St. Stephens Festival in Oil City continues through July 28. Photo courtesy Oil Heritage Festival.

State Works with Two PA Hospitals to Notify Patients of Potential Hepatitis C Exposure

July 27, 2012 | Adam McCully

HARRISBURG, Pa. – The Pennsylvania Department of Health, Philadelphia Department of Public Health and Allegheny County Health Department are working with two hospitals to notify patients treated during 2008 and 2010 about possible exposure to hepatitis C.

Weather Forces Oil Heritage Events Indoors; Some Events Cancelled

July 26, 2012 | Adam McCully

Tornado Warning for Venango, Clarion, Mercer Lifted

July 26, 2012 | Adam McCully

The National Weather Service has lifted the Tornado Warning issued for Venango, Mercer, and Clarion Counties.

Statement from Penn State Board of Trustees

July 26, 2012 | Adam McCully

The Penn State Board of Trustees met for a discussion tonight. A vote was not required and none was taken. The Board finds the punitive sanctions difficult and the process with the NCAA unfortunate.

Oil Heritage Festival Kicks Off

July 26, 2012 | Adam McCully

OIL CITY, Pa. (EYT) — Oil City’s 34th Annual Oil Heritage Festival kicked off Thursday and continues through Sunday, July 29.

Police Say Crawford County Homicide Victim was Buried Alive

July 26, 2012 | Joanne Bauer

Police Continue Search for Missing Mercer Man

July 26, 2012 | Joanne Bauer

MERCER COUNTY, Pa. (EYT) — According to Mercer-based State Police, efforts continue in the search for an elderly Mercer man.

Attempted Burglary at D&R Car Care in Cochranton

July 26, 2012 | Joanne Bauer

Venango County Photo of the Day

July 26, 2012

The 34th anniversary Annual Oil Heritage Festival kicks off today. Photo courtesy Oil Heritage Festival.

Edward M. Karpinski

July 25, 2012 | Adam McCully

Edward M. Karpinski, 68, of Medical Center Road, Chicora, a well-known retired Karns City High School teacher and coach, went to be with the Lord Tuesday evening, July 24, 2012 at the VNA Inpatient Hospice in Butler following a courageous battle with leukemia.

UPDATE: Oil City Police Chief Says Suspicious Person was Legitimate Solicitor

July 25, 2012 | Adam McCully

OIL CITY, Pa. (EYT) — Following a complete investigation, Oil City Police say a man who they identified yesterday as a suspicious person turned out to be a legitimate door-to-door solicitor.

Herbert E. Lindemann

July 25, 2012 | Adam McCully

Herbert E. Lindemann, 86, of Shippenville, died on Tuesday, July 24, 2012. The William N. Rupert Mortuary, Inc. in Knox is in charge of arrangements. A complete obituary will be published as soon as it becomes available. Online condolences may be sent at https://www.rupertfuneralhomes.com.

Fay J. Neely

July 25, 2012 | Adam McCully

Fay J. Neely, 82, of Shippenville, died on Sunday, July 22, 2012. A complete obituary is not available at this time.

Patricia Baumgardner

July 25, 2012 | Adam McCully

Patricia Baumgardner, 69, of Ahrensville, died suddenly Sunday, July 22, 2012.

Kennerdell Man Arrested for Drug Possession at Wendy’s

July 25, 2012 | Joanne Bauer

CRANBERRY TWP., Pa. (EYT) — According to Franklin-based State Police, a Kennerdell man has been arrested for drug possession at a local business.

Man Killed in Polk Area Logging Accident

July 25, 2012 | Adam McCully

‘Taste of Talent’ Competition Continues

July 25, 2012 | Adam McCully

Two Vehicle Crash Occurs in Cranberry Township as Driver Fails to Stop at Stop Sign

July 25, 2012 | Joanne Bauer

Venango County Photo of the Day

July 25, 2012

Governor Tom Corbett and First Lady Susan Corbett, toured the state park aboard the Oil Creek and Titusville Railroad on an excursion train. While aboard the train, the Governor and First Lady had their State Park Passports officially stamped at the nation’s only remaining, operating on-train post office.

Robert E. Crawford

July 24, 2012 | Adam McCully

ALERT: ‘Suspicious Person’ going Door-to-Door in Oil City

July 24, 2012 | Adam McCully

OIL CITY, Pa. (EYT) — Be careful the next time you answer your door.

Oil Heritage Art Show Open to Public

July 24, 2012 | Adam McCully

OIL CITY, Pa. (EYT) — The 13th Annual Oil Heritage Festival Art Show will be open to the public through Sunday, July 29.

Ailene “Louise” Beichner

July 24, 2012 | Adam McCully

Ailene “Louise” Beichner, 73, of New Castle, and formerly of Foxburg, died on Sunday evening, July 22, 2012.

Paul L. Clark

July 24, 2012 | Adam McCully

Paul L. Clark, age 81, of Lancaster passed away Saturday, July 14, 2012 at The Pickering House.

Governor Corbett Tours Oil Creek State Park and Drake Well Museum

July 24, 2012 | Adam McCully

OIL CITY, Pa. — Governor Tom Corbett today visited Oil Creek State Park and the Drake Well Museum during his three-day kayak tour through western Pennsylvania to promote Pennsylvania’s vast natural resources and cultural heritage.

Harrisville Man Allegedly Pointed Rifle at Van with Children Inside

July 24, 2012 | Joanne Bauer

BUTLER COUNTY, Pa. (EYT) — According to sources, a Harrisville man has been arrested after pointing a gun at a van carrying children, then firing shots after passing.

Northwest Savings Bank Donates $30,000 to New Venango College Simulation Lab

July 24, 2012 | Adam McCully

Corbett Comments on NCAA Penalties Against Penn State University

July 24, 2012 | Adam McCully

HARRISBURG, Pa. — Governor Tom Corbett today issued the following statement in response to the NCAA’s penalties against Penn State University.

Venango County Photo of the Day

July 24, 2012

2012 marks the 34th anniversary of the Annual Oil Heritage Festival. The festival kicks off on July 26. Photo courtesy Oil Heritage Festival.

Sligo Man Charged with Killing Father

July 23, 2012 | Adam McCully

SHIPPENVILLE, Pa. (EYT) — Criminal Homicide charges were filed today by the Clarion County District Attorney’s Office against 54-year-old James Shimmons in connection with the death of his father.

Doris L. Smith

July 23, 2012 | Adam McCully

Two Armed Robberies in Crawford County Bars Over the Weekend, Incidents Related

July 23, 2012 | Joanne Bauer

CRAWFORD COUNTY, Pa. (EYT) — According to sources, there were two armed robberies in Crawford County bars over the weekend; police believe they are related.

Frances L. Staub

July 23, 2012 | Adam McCully

Rouseville Woman Arrested After Allegedly Threatening to Stab Man

July 23, 2012 | Joanne Bauer

ROUSEVILLE, Pa. (EYT) — According to Franklin-based State Police, a Rouseville woman was arrested for terroristic threats in Rouseville Boro, Venango Co., Pa.

Burglary Reported in Irwin Township, Personal Property Stolen

July 23, 2012 | Joanne Bauer

IRWIN TWP., Pa. (EYT) — According to Franklin-based State Police, a burglary occurred at a property in Irwin Twp., Venango Co., Pa.

O’Brien, Joyner Speak Out on NCAA Sanctions

July 23, 2012 | Adam McCully

STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (EYT) — Penn State Acting Athletic Director Dave Joyner and Head Coach Bill O’Brien have released statements following the announcement of severe penalties handed down to the school by the NCAA.

Nancy Yvonne Weber McManigle

July 23, 2012 | Adam McCully

Nancy Yvonne Weber McManigle, 76, died on Saturday, July 21, 2012.

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