Archive for March, 2014
Oil City Man Arrested for Alleged DUI
CRANBERRY TOWNSHIP, Pa. (EYT) – Franklin-based State Police say around 2:51 a.m. on March 28, a 27-year-old Oil City man was arrested for DUI on State Route 257, in Cranberry Township, Venango County.
Police Charge Man with Disorderly Conduct for Barricading Right of Way
CRANBERRY TOWNSHIP, Pa. (EYT) – According to Franklin-based State Police, around 11:45 a.m. on March 27, an incident of disorderly conduct occurred at a property on Garden Lane and State Route 322, in Cranberry Township, Venango County.
Hazardous Weather Outlook: One to Two Inches of Snow Possible
FRANKLIN, Pa. – A Hazardous Weather Outlook has been issued for Venango County and surrounding areas.
Mega Rock Weekend Guide: Eli Lenk At FoxTales; Comedy at the Commons
Friday, March 28, 2014 Family Movie Night When: Friday, March 28, 2014, 5:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Where: Franklin Public Library, 421 12th St, Franklin, PA Details: Come to the Franklin Public Library for a free movie. Popcorn & Beverages provided. Call the library for full details at 814-432-5062. “The […]
Clarion/Venango/Forest County Farm Bureau Holds Spring Dinner
EMLENTON, Pa. – The Clarion/Venango/Forest County Farm Bureau held its spring dinner at Reminisce Banquet Hall in Emlenton on Thursday evening, March 27.
Dedication Ceremony/Open House for Oil City Visitor Center Set for April 10
OIL CITY, Pa. (EYT) – There will be an open house and dedication ceremony for the Oil City Visitor Center on April 10.
Say What?!: Texas Hoarder Found Dead Behind ’10-Foot Wall of Trash’
DALLAS, Texas – A Dallas hoarder who was last seen on March 15 was discovered dead in his home on Thursday after rescuers were able to find him behind a “10-foot wall of trash.”
Attorney General Kane Cautions Consumers to be on Lookout for Income Tax Scams
HARRISBURG, Pa. – Yesterday Attorney General Kathleen G. Kane advised consumers to be wary of potential scams surrounding the upcoming deadline for filing taxes.
Commonwealth Awards $1.15 Million Grant to Protect Manufacturing Jobs
HARRISBURG, Pa. – Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) Secretary Julia Hearthway announced yesterday that the Steel Valley Authority (SVA) was awarded a $1.15 million grant to provide layoff aversion services in the commonwealth.
Attorney General Kane Warns of Popular Travel Scams as Summer Vacation Season Approaches
HARRISBURG, Pa. – This week Attorney General Kathleen G. Kane cautioned consumers planning summer vacations to be wary of popular travel scams.
PEMA to Review Campus Disturbance at St. Patrick’s Day Event at IUP
HARRISBURG, Pa. – The Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency (PEMA) will conduct an After Action Review (AAR) of events before, during, and after an event known as “IUPatty’s” which took place on and around the campus of the Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP) on March 8.
Edgar T. Ganoe
Edgar T. Ganoe, 76, of Shippenville, passed away on Thursday, March 27, 2014, at the Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh.
Bonnie G. Arbuckle
Bonnie G. Arbuckle, 75 of Cochranton died Thursday, March 27, 2014 at UPMC Hamot in Erie. Born, March 10, 1939 in Greenville, she was the daughter of Joseph L. and Mary A. Harpst Wentz. She married Loyd Arbuckle on August 31, 1957 and he survives.
Daniel Earl Burkett, Jr.
Daniel Earl Burkett, Jr., 41, of Newmansville, died Tuesday, March 25, 2014 at his home. Born January 10, 1973 in Natrona Heights, he was the son of the late Daniel Earl Burkett, Sr. and Linda M. Keibler Burkett, of Newmansville, who survives.
Fire Reported at the Electralloy Plant
OIL CITY, Pa. (EYT) — Officials report a fire at the Electralloy Plant in Oil City this morning.
“The Importance of Being Earnest” Opens Tonight
FRANKLIN, Pa. (EYT) – “The Importance of being Earnest” opens tonight at the Barrow-Civic Theatre.
Youth Alternatives To Host Soup Cook-off
OIL CITY, Pa. (EYT) – Youth Alternatives is holding a soup cook-off and tasting on April 27.
Eagle Netters Lose PSAC-West Opener at IUP 9-0
INDIANA, Pa. – Clarion opened its PSAC-West women’s tennis schedule on Thursday with a 9-0 loss at IUP’s Maple Street courts.
PNC Park Named Number One, Again
PNC Park has been named the number one park in the United States for the second year in a row.
Carol Altmire
Carol Altmire, 69, of Eau Claire PA, passed away Thursday morning peacefully at home with her family.
Vera Stalker Cooper
Vera Stalker Cooper, 92, of Hopkinsville, Ky., formerly of Parker and Emlenton, passed away early Monday morning (03-24-14) at Jennie Stuart Medical Center in Hopkinsville following an illness.
Timothy J. ( Tim ) Omiatek
Timothy J. ( Tim ) Omiatek, 54, of 317 Bissell Ave. Oil City, PA. died unexpectedly Wednesday morning March 26, 2014.
Police Seek Information on Stolen Vehicle in Cranberry Township
CRANBERRY TWP., Pa. (EYT) — Police are in search of a vehicle that was stolen in Cranberry Township, Venango County.
Registration Open for Mayfest 5k FUN Run/Walk
FRYBURG, Pa. – The 5th Annual 5K Fun Run/Walk, sponsored by Woodmen of the World Life Insurance, is once again starting at Saint Michael’s Church on State Route 208, in Fryburg.
7-Day Weather Forecast for Venango County
A look at the 7-day weather forecast for the Venango County area, brought to you by Dagny Design Group.
Say What?!: Two Canadian Weather Reporters Fight 100 MPH Winds on Camera
CANADA – Two Canadian reporters were tossed around by the winter storm pounding the northeast region of North America on live television but kept reporting like heroes.
Sligo Korner Restaurant to Rebuild
SLIGO, Pa. (EYT) – When the Korner Restaurant in Sligo burned to the ground last week, many customers felt like it was part of their own family home that also went up in flames.