February 2013

Upcoming District 10 Basketball Playoff Schedule Announced

February 25, 2013 | Adam McCully

District 10 has announced the next round of Class A, AA and AAA semifinal sites and times.

Christian Life Academy Science Fair Set for March 2

February 25, 2013 | Adam McCully

Each year Christian Life Academy features an innovative Science Fair where students research and test theories and make displays relating their findings.

Two Families Left Homeless from Titusville Fire

February 25, 2013 | Joanne Bauer

TITUSVILLE, Pa. (EYT) — According to sources, two families are left homeless as a result of a fire that occurred on Saturday night at a duplex on Central Avenue in Titusville, Crawford County.

Janet A. Myers

February 25, 2013 | Adam McCully

Janet A. Myers, 84, of the Golden LivingCenter in Shippenville, was welcomed by her Lord on Friday, Feb. 22, 2013.

Norma Jean Kline

February 25, 2013 | Adam McCully

Norma Jean Kline, 83, Franklin, died on February 23, 2013.

Joseph Lovett

February 25, 2013 | Adam McCully

Joseph Lovett, 58, of Harrisville passed away February 22, 2013 at the VNA Inpatient Hospice in Butler.

Charles L. Alcorn

February 25, 2013 | Adam McCully

Charles L. Alcorn, 46, of Harrisville died unexpectedly, February 22, 2013 at his residence. Born February 22, 1967 in Greenville he was the beloved son of Charles “Jr.” and Sandra Wike Alcorn, they survive. He was a 1985 graduate of Franklin High School and Venango County Vo-Tech. He also attended Penn State branch campus and earned a Associate Degree in

Max B. Taylor

February 25, 2013 | Adam McCully

Max B. Taylor, 84, of Clarion, died Saturday, February 23, 2013, at his home.

Alicia Margaret Wolbert

February 25, 2013 | Adam McCully

Alicia Margaret Wolbert, 28, of Corsica, passed away on February 23, 2013.

Cress Earns All-Conference Honors in Shot Put; Clarion Scores Highest Total Since 2009

February 25, 2013 | Adam McCully

EDINBORO, Pa. – For the second straight day, the Clarion University had an all-conference performer at the 2013 PSAC Indoor Track & Field Championships when Allyson Cress finished third in the shot put.

WVU Wrestlers Defeat Clarion 18-15 on Senior Day

February 25, 2013 | Adam McCully

CLARION, Pa. — Clarion’s James Fleming (Sr. West Mifflin) notched his 121st career win and Tyler Bedelyon (Jr. Lewistown) posted a pin but it wasn’t enough as West Virginia rallied to defeat the Golden Eagles 18-15 in NCAA Division I wrestling on Sunday afternoon.

Game Commission Offers “Seedlings for Schools” Program

February 25, 2013 | Joanne Bauer

HARRISBURG, Pa. (EYT) — On Friday, Pennsylvania Game Commission Executive Director Carl G. Roe announced the agency again will be helping Commonwealth school students learn about the vital role of trees in the environment through its “Seedlings for Schools” program, through which students plant a variety of tree seedlings at home, on school grounds or in their communities.

Venango County Photo of the Day

February 25, 2013

Adoptable Pet of the Week: Abby

February 25, 2013 | Adam McCully

Abby, a Jack Russell Terrier mix, is a 1 1/2 to 2 year old spayed female. Her white and red coat has brown ticking on the body and legs.

Winner Announced in Pirates Tickets Contest

February 25, 2013 | Adam McCully

A winner has been announced in the Pirates Tickets Contest sponsored by Dagny Design Group of Clarion.

Police Release Details on Scrubgrass Crash

February 25, 2013 | Joanne Bauer

SCRUBGRASS TOWNSHIP, Pa. (EYT) — State Police in Franklin have released information surrounding a two-vehicle accident on Interstate-80 West, in Scrubgrass Township, Venango County.

3-on-3 Tourney Set for March 2

February 25, 2013 | Adam McCully

The Van 3-on-3 Tournament will be held at the old Cranberry High School on Saturday, March 9, 2013.

Clarion has Four Players Reach Double Digits in Loss at Edinboro

February 24, 2013 | Adam McCully

EDINBORO, Pa. – Despite four players reaching double figures for the first time in a month, the Clarion University men’s basketball team dropped an 81-63 decision at Edinboro Saturday afternoon.

Heeter has Huge Day for Clarion

February 24, 2013 | Adam McCully

EDINBORO, Pa . – Hannah Heeter scored 16 points and grabbed 18 rebounds, but Clarion’s upset bid at No. 22 Edinboro fell just short with a 69-60 loss Saturday afternoon in PSAC West women’s basketball action.

Donald E. McClintock Sr.

February 24, 2013 | Adam McCully

Donald E. McClintock Sr. ,67, of 20 Smithman St. Oil City, PA. died at 8:55 P.M. Friday Feb. 22, 2013 at his home following an extended illness.

Venango County Week in Review

February 24, 2013 | Adam McCully

A look at the top stories in Venango County last week.

Car Crashes into Tree, Catches on Fire in Cornplanter Township

February 24, 2013 | Joanne Bauer

CORNPLANTER TOWNSHIP, Pa. (EYT) — Franklin-based State Police say around 1:35 p.m. on February 23, a one-car accident occurred on State Route 227 (Cherry Run Road), west of Grandview Road, in Cornplanter Township, Venango County.

Venango County Photo of the Day

February 24, 2013

Cook Forest Country Inn Car-Less Cruise-INN Set for Sunday

February 24, 2013 | Joanne Bauer

VOWINCKEL, Pa. (EYT) – On Sunday, February 24, Cook Forest County Inn will host their Annual Winter Car-less Cruise-INN beginning at noon.

Weekend Guide: 6th Annual Oil Country Bluegrass Festival, Car-Less Cruise-INN, Daytona 500 Party

February 24, 2013 | Joanne Bauer

Saturday’s High School Basketball Playoff Scores

February 23, 2013 | Adam McCully

A look at Saturday’s local high school basketball playoff scores.

Credit Card Fraud Reported in Cranberry Township

February 23, 2013 | Joanne Bauer

CRANBERRY TOWNSHIP, Pa. (EYT) — According to Franklin-based State Police, on February 18, credit card fraud occurred in Cranberry Township, Venango County.

Reno Man Injured in Canal Township Crash

February 23, 2013 | Adam McCully

CANAL TWP., Pa. (EYT) — A 35-year-old Reno man was injured in a one-vehicle crash in Canal Township, Venango County last night.

Joseph Robert Kushner

February 23, 2013 | Adam McCully

Joseph Robert Kushner, 91, of Creighton, died Wednesday, Feb. 20, 2013. Born March 21, 1921, in Creighton, he was the son of the late George and Mary (Protz) Kushner.

William J. Lauer

February 23, 2013 | Adam McCully

William J. Lauer, 76, of Parker, Pa. passed away early Thursday (02-21-13) morning at the emergency room of Butler Memorial Hospital after being stricken ill at his residence.

Donald P. Anderson

February 23, 2013 | Adam McCully

Donald P. Anderson, of Franklin, died on February 21, 2013.

Ruby L. “Snooks” Cunningham

February 23, 2013 | Adam McCully

Ruby L. “Snooks” Cunningham,76, of Seneca , PA. and formerly of Oil City died unexpectedly Feb. 21,2013 at UPMC-Presbyterian in Pittsburgh after complications from a fall earlier in the week.

William J. “Bill” Moyer

February 23, 2013 | Adam McCully

William J. “Bill” Moyer, 50, of Horsecreek Road, Seneca, died Thursday, February 21, 2013 at his residence.

Venango County Photo of the Day

February 23, 2013

Friday’s Local High School Basketball Playoff Scores

February 23, 2013 | Adam McCully

District 9 High school basketball playoffs scores from February 22, 2013, provided by D9Sports.com.

$8.25 Million Settlement Reached with Merck on Vioxx Lawsuit by PA Attorney General

February 23, 2013 | Joanne Bauer

Theft Reported in Cranberry Township

February 23, 2013 | Joanne Bauer

CRANBERRY TOWNSHIP, Pa. (EYT) — Franklin-based State Police say on February 19, a theft occurred on Carnes School Road, in Cranberry, Cranberry Township, Venango County.

Fishermen’s Net Computer Boot Camp Registration Open

February 23, 2013 | Adam McCully

Registration for Fishermen’s Net Computer Boot Camp is open.

Theft Reported at Seneca Business

February 23, 2013 | Adam McCully

SENECA, Pa. (EYT) — Franklin-based state police are investigating a recent theft that occurred at a business in Seneca.

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