January 2015

Local High School Basketball Scoreboard

January 30, 2015 | Jake Bauer

A look at Thursday’s local high school basketball scores.

Jeannette Allison Long

January 29, 2015 | Dave Cyphert

Jeannette Allison Long, 25, of Athens, Tennessee, formerly of Oil City, PA. unexpectedly passed away January 21, 2015.

Mary Thelma Glenn

January 29, 2015 | Dave Cyphert

Mary Thelma Glenn, 105, entered into eternal glory on January 29, 2015 at Christ the King Manor, DuBois. Born on August 6, 1909 at the Glenn Hotel in Corsica, she was the daughter of Fred and Maude (Hagerty) Glenn.

Eleanor S. Bowser

January 29, 2015 | Dave Cyphert

Eleanor S. (Clowes) Bowser, 87, of Oil City, died on Wednesday, January 28, 2015 at Oakwood Heights in Oil City. Eleanor was the last surviving member of her immediate family. She was born on June 23, 1927 in Butler County, a daughter of the late William A. and Anna Delvis (Barnes) Clowes. Mrs. Bowser was a charter member of Grace

Oil City Man Crashes Vehicle into Parked Car

January 29, 2015 | Dave Cyphert

OIL CITY, Pa (EYT) — Oil City Police are investigating a vehicle crash that occurred on January 27 at the intersection of Harriet Avenue and Bissell Avenue in Oil City, Venango County. According to police, Edward Schneider, 57 of Oil City was traveling up Harriet Avenue in a 2012 Ford sedan around 00:08 a.m. when he crossed over into the

Local School Closings and Delays for Friday, January 30

January 29, 2015 | Adam McCully

A look at the school closings and delays for Clarion County and surrounding areas for Friday, January 30:

Off-Barrow Productions Presents Liberty Cabaret

January 29, 2015 | Dave Cyphert

FRANKLIN, Pa. (EYT) — Barrow-Civic Theatre Off Barrow Productions presents “Liberty Cabaret” from January 29, 2015 until February 7, 2015.

ALERT: Snow and Ice Expected for Venango County Today

January 29, 2015 | Adam McCully

VENANGO COUNTY, Pa. A Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect for Venango County and surrounding areas.

Faye I. Beck

January 29, 2015 | Adam McCully

Faye I. Beck, 93 formerly of Central Ave. Brookville, Pa., died Friday, January 27, 2015 at Jefferson Manor, Brookville, Pa.

Bernice C. “Bronia” Skiba

January 29, 2015 | Adam McCully

Bernice C. “Bronia” Skiba, 100, of Oil City died at 2:14 P.M. Monday Jan. 26, 2015 in Pittsburgh, she had been living in Pittsburgh, for the last several years with her daughter Patti.

Earl Kenneth Hicks

January 29, 2015 | Adam McCully

Earl Kenneth Hicks, age 69, of Knox, passed away early Wednesday morning, January 28, 2015 at the Golden Living Center in Shippenville following an illness.

Daniel W. Gaylor

January 29, 2015 | Adam McCully

Daniel W. Gaylor, 72, of Curwensville, passed away Friday, January 16, 2015 at his home.

Robert A. Konkle

January 29, 2015 | Adam McCully

Robert A. Konkle passed away January 27, 2015 at the age of 71 at the Mt. Ascutney Hospital and Health Center in Windsor, VT.

Venango County Photo of the Day: French Creek

January 29, 2015 | Dave Cyphert

French Creek. Submitted by Ashley Louise Crawford‎.

7-Day Weather Forecast for Venango County

January 29, 2015 | Joanne Bauer

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

Emlenton Man Charged in Theft by Deception Case

January 29, 2015 | Dave Cyphert

BROOKVILLE, Pa. (EYT) — Brookville Borough Police have filed charges against a known Emlenton man for theft by deception and receiving stolen property.

Say What?!: China Police Suspended After Dining on Enormous Salamander

January 29, 2015 | Dave Cyphert

BEIJING, China — The southern Chinese city of Shenzhen suspended 14 police officers and put a police chief under investigation on Tuesday on suspicion of feasting on an endangered giant salamander, state media reported.

No Minimum Age Placed on Mentored Youth Hunters

January 29, 2015 | Dave Cyphert

HARRISBURG, Pa. — There still is no minimum age to participate in Pennsylvania’s Mentored Youth Hunting Program, and there is no minimum age for Mentored Youth to hunt deer and turkey.

Clarion University Wrestlers Visit CSU Friday & Lock Haven Sunday

January 29, 2015 | Adam McCully

CLARION, PA. — The Clarion University wrestling team will have a busy weekend coming up as the Golden Eagles travel to Cleveland State on Friday, Jan. 30 for a 7pm matchup at Woodling Gym, then head to Lock Haven on Sunday for a 2pm matchup at Thomas Field House.

Venango County Recipe of the Day: Meatball Appetizers

January 29, 2015 | Joanne Bauer

Meatball Appetizers — Great for your football party!

Local High School Basketball Scores

January 29, 2015 | Jake Bauer

A look at Wednesday’s high school basketball scores.

Alice Christine Golden (Nestor)

January 29, 2015 | Dave Cyphert

Alice Christine Golden (Nestor), 93, formerly of Franklin, passed away January 23 in Charlotte, NC.

Maria K. Bell

January 29, 2015 | Dave Cyphert

Maria K. Bell, 80, a resident of Franklin died peacefully at 3:23 AM Tuesday, January 27, 2015 in UPMC-Presbyterian Hospital in Pittsburgh, with her loving family by her side; following a brief illness.

<span style='color: red'>ALERT:</span> Winter Weather Advisory Issued for Venango County

ALERT: Winter Weather Advisory Issued for Venango County

January 28, 2015 | Ryan Robertson

VENANGO COUNTY, Pa. (EYT) — The National Weather Service in Pittsburgh has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for Venango County and surrounding areas.

Julie A. Pilewski King

January 28, 2015 | Dave Cyphert

Julie A. Pilewski King, 68, a resident of Sugarcreek Station and formerly of Jefferson St. and Hone Ave in Oil City died at 11:35 P.M. Monday Jan. 26, 2015 after an extended illness.

Robert Williamson

January 28, 2015 | Adam McCully

Robert Williamson, 82, of Mercer, died on January 27, 2015.

Mary Agnes Brezinski

January 28, 2015 | Adam McCully

Mary Agnes Brezinski of Shaler Twp. and formerly of Fryburg, died on Thursday, January 22, 2015.

Harry B. Miller

January 28, 2015 | Adam McCully

Harry B. Miller, 89, of Grant St. Franklin passed away at 6:45 A.M. Monday January 26, 2015 at The Caring Place.

Mitsuko “Mitsu” Shumaker

January 28, 2015 | Adam McCully

Mitsuko “Mits” Shumaker, 72, passed away on Monday, January 26, 2015, at her home in Sligo. Born on January 1, 1943, in Yokohama, Japan, Mitsu was the daughter of Setsuko and Masao Emori.

US Marshals Searching for Woman Who Allegedly Stole Vehicle in Franklin

January 28, 2015 | Amy Powers

FRANKLIN, Pa. (EYT) — According to the Franklin Police Department, a 29-year-old woman faces multiple felony charges for allegedly stealing a vehicle and other items from a residence in Franklin, Venango County.

Venango County Photo of the Day: Oil City Overlook

January 28, 2015 | Amy Powers

“The photo everyone and their mother has: the Oil City Overlook. I just happened to be in town on an over-cast day.” Photo captured by Kyle Yates Photography.

Who’s Hiring in Venango County

January 28, 2015 | Amy Powers

7-Day Weather Forecast for Venango County

January 28, 2015 | Joanne Bauer

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

Franklin Woman Faces Multiple Charges After Alleged Altercation at Local Bar

January 28, 2015 | Amy Powers

FRANKLIN, Pa. (EYT)– Authorities in Franklin say a 31-year-old woman is facing multiple charges after an alleged altercation that occurred on January 25 at the After Hours Bar in Franklin, Venango County.

Say What?!: Feline Found Alive Five Days After Being Buried

January 28, 2015 | Amy Powers

TAMPA, Florida — A Florida man who buried his cat after it was hit by a car said he was sure the feline was dead — until it turned up alive and above ground five days later.

Police Seek Information on Vandalism in Cranberry Township

January 28, 2015 | Amy Powers

CRANBERRY TOWNSHIP, Pa. (EYT) — Franklin-based State Police say an incident of Criminal Mischief occurred sometime between January 24 and January 25 on Riverside Drive in Cranberry Township, Venango County.

Forest Area Students Participate in PMEA District Band and Chorus

January 28, 2015 | Amy Powers

DUBOIS, Pa. (EYT) — Veronica McLaughlin and Zoe Thompson, both sophomores, and William Forry, a senior, recently attended the Pennsylvania Music Educators Association (PMEA) District 3 Chorus Festival.

Clarion University’s Howsare Named First Team A-A by D2Football.com

January 28, 2015 | Adam McCully

CLARION, Pa. — Clarion University senior defensive end Julian Howsare (Altoona) was named today as a First Team NCAA Division II All-American by D2Football.com at defensive line.

State Animal Response Team Provides Tips for Keeping Pets Safe During Winter Months

January 28, 2015 | Amy Powers

HARRISBURG, Pa. — This week the Pennsylvania State Animal Response Team issued a press release about pet and fire safety during the cold, winter months.

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