Archive for May, 2013
Hilda R. Wagner
Hilda R. Wagner, 91, formerly of Climax, Armstrong County, died Wednesday, May 29, 2013, in Front Royal, Va., at the home of her daughter and son-in-law.
Merle F. “Mutt” Smith
Merle F. “Mutt” Smith, 86, of Cleveland, formerly of Seneca, Pa., passed away peacefully May 26 at his home in Strongsville. He was born July 27, 1926 in Cadogan, Pa., the son of Merle F. Sr. and Cozie (Ambrose) Smith.
Frank Augustine
Frank Augustine, age 88, of Greenville Pike, Clarion, PA died May 30, 2013, at his home surrounded by his family. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. Frank was an avid outdoorsman and also enjoyed reading and gardening.
Rachel L. Prioleau
Rachel L. Prioleau, age 83, of Golden Living Center in Shippenville, previously of Marion, SC died on May 29, 2013.

Mother Speaks Out on Child Endangerment Accusations Against Fiancé
FRANKLIN, Pa. (EYT) – A Franklin woman is speaking out on an alleged incident in Franklin in which her fiancé is accused of endangering the welfare of their child.
April Unemployment Numbers Increase in Venango County, Surrounding Areas
VENANGO COUNTY, Pa. – Venango County’s unemployment number increased from 7.9% to 8.1% in the month of April.
Police Seek Information in Burglary in Tionesta Township
TIONESTA TOWNSHIP, Pa. (EYT) – Marienville-based State Police say sometime between May 7 and May 23, a burglary occurred on Sage Road, in Tionesta Township, Forest County.
State Health Officials: Take Precautions to Prevent West Nile Virus
HARRISBURG, Pa. – Pennsylvania’s Department of Environmental Protection has reported the season’s first two detections of West Nile virus-carrying mosquitos since surveillance began in early May.
ATV Stolen in Kennerdell
ROCKLAND TOWNSHIP, Pa. (EYT) – According to Franklin-based State Police, sometime between 12:01 a.m. and 6:30 a.m. on May 30, a theft occurred on Main Street, 1/2 mile north of State Route 3008 (Kennerdell Road), in Rockland Township, Venango County.
Burglary Reported at Camp in Clinton Township
CLINTON TOWNSHIP, Pa. (EYT) – Franklin-based State Police say sometime between May 9 and May 21, a burglary occurred on Cramer Road, in Clinton Township, Venango County.