Archive for November, 2013

Betty J. Carlson

| November 27, 2013

Betty J. Carlson, 86, formerly of Clarion County,  passed away November 25, 2013.

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J. Scott Ruth

J. Scott Ruth

| November 27, 2013

J. Scott Ruth, 50, of Lyndora, died Sunday, November 24, 2013 at his residence.

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David B. Doutt

David B. Doutt

| November 27, 2013

David B. Doutt, 1SG David B. Doutt, Sr. “TOP” USA Ret. beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and uncle passed away on November 17, 2013.

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Leroy B. Burgason

| November 27, 2013

Leroy B. Burgason 84 of 38 Stewart Rd. Oil City, PA. died on Sunday Nov. 24, 2013 at 9:37 P.M. at the UPMC Presbyterian Hospital in Pgh. following a brief illness.

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Suzanne Bowman

| November 27, 2013

Suzanne Bowman formerly of Reno, PA died Sunday Night at Sagebrook Nursing Home in Cedar Park, TX after an extended illness.

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PA Great Outdoors Visitors Bureau Launches New Website

PA Great Outdoors Visitors Bureau Launches New Website

| November 27, 2013

BROOKVILLE, Pa. – The Great Outdoors Visitors Bureau has launched a newly redesigned website. In responding to input from visitors to the site and from various industry professionals Great Outdoors has created a new look while integrating interactive and trip planning technology.

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Venango County Cancellations and Delays

Venango County Cancellations and Delays

| November 27, 2013

A look at cancellations and delays for Venango County and the surrounding areas.

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UPDATE:  Winter Storm Warning Remains in Effect Until Early Thursday Morning

UPDATE: Winter Storm Warning Remains in Effect Until Early Thursday Morning

| November 27, 2013

FRANKLIN, Pa. (EYT) – A Winter Storm Warning remains in effect for Venango County and the surrounding areas.

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Venango County Photo of the Day

Venango County Photo of the Day

| November 27, 2013

“Thankful for the unexpected! Saw these deer after I got stuck in someone’s driveway when I was out delivering flowers (yesterday) for Thanksgiving.” Submitted by Gail Beck.

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7-Day Weather Forecast for Venango County

7-Day Weather Forecast for Venango County

| November 27, 2013

A look at the 7-day weather forecast for the Venango County area, brought to you by Dagny Design Group.

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Venango Museum Hosting Christmas Exhibit Beginning Friday

| November 27, 2013

OIL CITY, Pa. – Venango Museum will be hosting a Christmas Exhibit, November 29th through December 31st.

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Say What?!: Would-Be Murderer Butt-Dials Victim

Say What?!: Would-Be Murderer Butt-Dials Victim

| November 27, 2013

JONESBORO, Arkansas – An Arkansas man, who allegedly hatched an elaborate plan to murder a former employee, is behind bars after he reportedly butt-dialed the victim and revealed the plot. Police in Jonesboro, Ark., arrested Larry Barnett, 68, on Thursday after he inadvertently revealed his plans of murder to his alleged target. Read more: https://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/11/26/larry-barnett-arrested_n_4340122.html?utm_hp_ref=weird-news

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Preliminary Second-Day Bear Harvest Results

| November 27, 2013

Two days of the four-day statewide bear season have produced a preliminary harvest of 2,044 black bears, the Pennsylvania Game Commission announced on Tuesday.

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Pennsylvania AFL-CIO Urges State Senate to Pass House Bill 530 Buy American Legislation

| November 27, 2013

Just one week after the Pennsylvania AFL-CIO held a Press Conference in support of legislation to keep it made in America and made in Pennsylvania, the members of the State House of Representatives unanimously passed Buy American legislation House Bill 530 (198-0) giving preference to American made products in their procurement policies.

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Governor Corbett Highlights Need for Alzheimer’s Disease State Plan

| November 27, 2013

During a visit to a long-term living facility yesterday, Governor Tom Corbett recognized Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month and thanked members of the Pennsylvania Alzheimer’s Disease Planning Committee for their efforts to create a state plan to address the disease.

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Charles W. “Chuck” Robertson

Charles W. “Chuck” Robertson

| November 26, 2013

Charles W. “Chuck” Robertson, age 61, of Clarion, comfortably went to be with his Lord and Savior on November 26, 2013, at his home after a courageous six-month battle with cancer.

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John Henry Wagner

| November 26, 2013

John Henry Wagner died at the age of 101 on November 14, 2013 at the Masonic Village in Sewickley, PA.

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Henry E. “Sonny” Card

Henry E. “Sonny” Card

| November 26, 2013

Henry E. “Sonny” Card, 78, formerly of Mapledale, died at 7:02 P.M. Monday Nov. 25, 2013 at Oakwood Heights in Oil City after an extended illness.

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Mary Lou Kerle Ball

Mary Lou Kerle Ball

| November 26, 2013

Mary Lou Kerle Ball, 79, of Clarion, died unexpectedly after a sudden illness on Monday, November 25, 2013, at the UPMC Presbyterian Hospital in Pittsburgh.

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Slushy Roads Cause Rollover Crash in Forest County

| November 26, 2013

JENKS TWP., Pa. (EYT) – Officials say slush-covered roadways are to blame for an early morning crash on Route 66 in Jenks Township, Forest County.

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PennDOT Urges Drivers to Use Caution with Winter Weather, Heavier Holiday Traffic

| November 26, 2013

With winter weather affecting much of Pennsylvania and the Thanksgiving travel period under way, PennDOT today urged motorists to use caution and allow extra time to reach their destinations.

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Ellen L. Armstrong

| November 26, 2013

Mrs. Ellen L. Armstrong, 84, formerly of Titusville, died Saturday afternoon November 23, 2013 at her daughter’s residence in Enola, PA.

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Cranberry Area School District Superintendent Announces Retirement

Cranberry Area School District Superintendent Announces Retirement

| November 26, 2013

SENECA, Pa. – Maria Pappas, Superintendent of Cranberry School District, announced her retirement at Monday night’s school board meeting.

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Walter D. Gill

| November 26, 2013

Walter D. Gill, age 63, of Kittanning, formerly of Oil City and Indiana, passed away Saturday, November 23, 2013 at the home of his daughter.

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Fred D. Sayer

| November 26, 2013

Fred D. Sayer, retired lieutenant colonel of the U.S. Air Force, of Brookville, passed away Saturday (Nov. 23, 2013) at UPMC Presbyterian in Pittsburgh.

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Richard “Dick” V. Rhoades

| November 26, 2013

Richard “Dick” V. Rhoades, age 82, of Columbia Cross Roads, Pa., passed away Saturday, Nov. 23, 2013 in Elmira under the care of his loving family following declining health.

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Leroy B. Burgason

| November 26, 2013

Leroy B. Burgason, 84, of Oil City died at 9:47 P.M. Sunday at UPMC Presbyterian in Pittsburgh after a brief illness.

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Anna M. Kusz Moran

| November 26, 2013

Anna M. Kusz Moran 87, of Oil City died at 3:00 A.M. Monday Nov. 25, 2013 at the home of her daughter following a brief illness.

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Dianne Hawk

| November 26, 2013

Dianne Hawk, 59, of Rimersburg, died on Sunday, November 24, 2013, as a result of a motor vehicle accident.

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Barbara E. Heasley

| November 26, 2013

Barbara E. Heasley, formerly of Sandy Lake, passed away peacefully at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 23, 2013, in the home of her son in Polk. She was 91.

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