March 2015

Venango County Photo of the Day

March 26, 2015 | Dave Cyphert

The Crescent Moon and Venus, high above Oil City, PA, as seen from Murray’s Scenic Overlook on March 22, 2015. Photo by John McCullough Photography.

7-Day Weather Forecast for Venango County

March 26, 2015 | Joanne Bauer

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

Agritourism Meeting Scheduled for Today in Tionesta

March 26, 2015 | Dave Cyphert

TIONESTA, Pa. (EYT) — There will be an Agritourism Meeting on March 26 at 6:00 p.m. at the Sarah Stewart Bovard Memorial Library in Tionesta.

Venango County Adoptable Pet of the Week: Cheddar

March 26, 2015 | Dave Cyphert

FRANKLIN, Pa. (EYT) — Cheddar is about 2 years old and very loving.

Say What?! Brazilian Bus Falls Through Sinkhole, Gets Carried Away by River

March 26, 2015 | Dave Cyphert

ITAITUBA, Brazil — A video camera was running in the Brazilian state of Paras when a bus stuck on a road disappeared into a sinkhole and resurfaced in a fast-moving river.

Police Release Details on Teens Charged with Harassment in Oil City

March 26, 2015 | Dave Cyphert

OIL CITY, Pa. (EYT) — Oil City Police say an incident of careless driving and harassment occurred on February 5 around 3:30 p.m. on Oak Grove Street in Oil City, Venango County.

Police Seek Information on Burglary in Cornplanter Township; Over $30k in Items Stolen

March 26, 2015 | Dave Cyphert

CORNPLANTER TOWNSHIP, Pa. (EYT) — Franklin-based State Police say a burglary occurred on Congress Drive in Cornplanter Township, Venango County.

Merit-based Scholarship Rewards High-Achieving Transfer Students

March 26, 2015 | Dave Cyphert

CLARION, Pa. — Clarion University President Karen M. Whitney, Ph.D., has announced a new scholarship program for transfer students.

Clarion County Early Intervention Council Hosts ‘Fun in the Sun’ at Park Inn

March 26, 2015 | Dave Cyphert

CLARION, Pa. (EYT) — Clarion County Early Intervention Council is hosting a “Fun in the Sun” on April 12 at Park Inn by Radisson (formerly the Holiday Inn).

Parker City Volunteer Fire Department Annual Craft Show Set for April 11

March 26, 2015 | Dave Cyphert

PARKER, Pa. (EYT) — Parker City Volunteer Fire Department will hold its annual Spring Craft show on Saturday, April 11, at the Parker City Volunteer Fire Department Community Hall in Parker.

Attack Theatre Returns to A-C Valley High School Today

March 26, 2015 | Dave Cyphert

FOXBURG, Pa. (EYT) — The Allegheny RiverStone Center for the Arts (ARCA) announces that ATTACK THEATRE is returning on Thursday, March 26, to the Allegheny-Clarion Valley High School, in Foxburg, Pa.

Is Marijuana Medicine? — White Paper Explores Question as Legalization Movement Picks Up Momentum

March 26, 2015 | Dave Cyphert

HARRISBURG, Pa. — While many states have pushed for new laws to legalize the use of marijuana for medical reasons, there are few well-controlled studies that demonstrate its effectiveness. As such, most major state and national medical professional societies have not yet supported its use in patient care until further research is conducted to show it is a safe and

Venango County Recipe of the Day: Taco Soup

March 26, 2015 | Joanne Bauer

If you love Mexican dishes, you’ll love Taco Soup!

Mae B. Stover

March 26, 2015 | Dave Cyphert

Mae B. Stover, 90, of Seneca, went to be with the Lord early Monday morning, March 23, 2015 at her home, surrounded by her loving family.

James (Jim) L. Miller

March 26, 2015 | Dave Cyphert

James (Jim) L. Miller, 72, of Knox, passed away Tuesday, March 24, 2015, at UPMC Northwest.

Helen M. Amsler

March 26, 2015 | Dave Cyphert

Helen M. Amsler, 82, of Knox, passed away peacefully early Wednesday, March 25 at Clarion Hospital, following a courageous 27 year battle with multiple sclerosis.

Robert E. “Bob” Hartle

March 25, 2015 | Dave Cyphert

Robert E. “Bob” Hartle, 67, of Miola, died Tuesday, March 24, 2015.

26-Year-Old Man Allegedly Hits Step-Grandmother with Claw Hammer; Jailed on $50k Bail

March 25, 2015 | Joanne Bauer

WARREN COUNTY, Pa. (EYT) — A Corry man faces an Aggravated Assault charge after allegedly hitting a 68-year-old Warren County woman on the back of her head with a claw hammer.

Moon Announces Bid as Republican Candidate for Mayor of Oil City

March 25, 2015 | Amy Powers

OIL CITY, Pa. — William P Moon, Jr. has announced his candidacy for the Republican nominee for Mayor of Oil City, Pa.

Esther J. “Sis” Witherell

March 25, 2015 | Adam McCully

Esther J. “Sis” Witherell, age 73, of Tionesta, PA, died on Monday, March 23, 2015 at UPMC-Northwest, Seneca, PA. She was born April 24, 1941 in Kellettville, PA, daughter of the late Archie C. and Ruth J. (Nelson) Silvis.

Venango County Photo of the Day

March 25, 2015 | Amy Powers

“Having some fun in the Rockland Tunnel. My first ever attempt at shooting spinning steel wool.” Photo by Timothy Rudisille Photography.

Who’s Hiring in Venango County

March 25, 2015 | Amy Powers

7-Day Weather Forecast for Venango County

March 25, 2015 | Joanne Bauer

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

Knox Residents Come Together to Support Homeless Veteran

March 25, 2015 | Amy Powers

KNOX, Pa. — Knox Mayor Frank Agnello submitted the following story:

Police Respond to Cranberry Township Apartment Complex for Altercation; Seneca Man Jailed

March 25, 2015 | Joanne Bauer

CRANBERRY TOWNSHIP, Pa. (EYT) — Franklin-based State Police investigated an altercation that occurred on Meadow Road, in Cranberry Township, Venango County.

Passenger Injured in Rollover Crash on Route 8

March 25, 2015 | Joanne Bauer

OAKLAND TOWNSHIP, Pa. (EYT) — Franklin-based State Police say around 12:17 a.m. on March 24, a one-car accident occurred on State Route 8, 49 feet south of Kaneville Road, in Oakland Township, Venango County.

Say What?!: Utah Restaurant’s Well-Endowed Bull Statue Irks Neighbors

March 25, 2015 | Amy Powers

HURRICANE, Utah A Utah restaurant owner whose sign bearing a bull statue with large male genitalia is proving controversial said there is a “conspiracy” against his business.

Job Fair Readiness Workshop Set for Today

March 25, 2015 | Amy Powers

OIL CITY, Pa. (EYT) –A Job Fair Readiness Workshop is scheduled for 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 25, at Oil Region Career Link in Oil City.

The Laurels Hosting Open House on April 14

March 25, 2015 | Amy Powers

BROOKVILLE, Pa. (EYT) – The Laurels retirement community in Brookville is hosting an Open House on Tuesday, April 14.

PA Liquor Control Board Welcomes Hundreds to Statewide Alcohol Education Conference

March 25, 2015 | Amy Powers

HARRISBURG, Pa. — The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board (PLCB) yesterday opened its annual two-day conference at the Holiday Inn in Grantville, bringing together more than 200 alcohol education professionals, counselors, law enforcement personnel and educators to discuss strategies to reduce and prevent dangerous and underage drinking.

Venango County Recipe of the Day: Applesauce-Raisin Bread

March 25, 2015 | Joanne Bauer

Applesauce-Raisin Bread — So easy to make, and your family and friends will love it!

ClayToonz: Cruz Goes Green

March 25, 2015 | Clay Jones

An editorial cartoon by Clay Jones: Cruz Goes Green.

Featured Local Job: Corrections Officer

March 25, 2015 | Ryan Robertson

The County of Clarion is seeking applications for part-time (less than 29 hours per week) Corrections Officers to supervise inmates at Clarion County Corrections.

Helen Caroline Perrett

March 25, 2015 | Amy Powers

Helen Caroline Perrett of Oil City passed away on Sunday, March 22, 2015 in Naperville, Illinois after a short illness.

John Isaac Frain

March 25, 2015 | Amy Powers

John Isaac Frain, 85, of 435 Meadow Road, Seneca, died Monday March 23, 2015, at UPMC Northwest in Seneca.

Philip A. Kriebel

March 25, 2015 | Amy Powers

Philip A. Kriebel, 75, of Sligo, passed away on Sunday, March 22, 2015, at the Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh.

Edward Lester Switzer

March 25, 2015 | Amy Powers

Edward Lester Switzer, 69, of Perryville, Parker, Pa. passed away Thursday (03-19-15) afternoon at 3:08 PM at UPMC-Northwest following a lengthy illness.

Clarion County YMCA Unveils Plans for New $8.1 Million Facility

March 24, 2015 | Amy Powers

CLARION, Pa. — Plans for a new $8.1 million full-service Clarion County YMCA to be located near Exit 62 of I-80 and the Clarion Oaks Golf Course were unveiled Tuesday afternoon by Al Lander and Milissa Bauer, capital campaign co-chairs.

Police: Man Found with 260 Stamp Bags of Heroin During Traffic Stop in Franklin

March 24, 2015 | Amy Powers

FRANKLIN, Pa. (EYT) — Franklin-based State Police say a Pittsburgh man was arrested today on alleged drug related charges following a traffic stop on Grant street in Franklin, Venango County.

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