Archive for September, 2015
WEATHER ALERT: Flash Flood Watch Remains in Effect Through Wednesday Morning
The National Weather Service in Pittsburgh has issued a Flash Flood Watch for Venango County and surrounding areas.
Organizers Making Final Preparations for Franklin Applefest, Set for October 2-4
FRANKLIN, Pa. (EYT) – Preparations are already underway for the annual Applefest in Franklin, heralded as “the three best days of the year,” and it will all take place October 2 to October 4.
Venango County Photo of the Day
Another from our sunset this evening (on September 26, 2015). Photo by Timothy Rudisille Photography
Next Step Therapy Blog: Understanding Medically Managed Insurance Plans
SENECA, Pa. – Kim Plyler, Administrative Assistant of Next Step Therapy, submitted the following article: “Understanding Medically Managed Insurance Plans:”
Venango County Adoptable Pet of the Week: Gadspy
Gadspy is a 6 month old a medium-haired, male, domestic cat.
Franklin Woman Faces Food Stamp/Assistance Fraud Charges
FRANKLIN, Pa. (EYT) – A Franklin woman has been charged with fraud by obtaining food stamps or assistance.
Say What?: Marijuana Falls From The Sky, Puts Hole in Carport
NOGALES, Arizona (EYT) – Arizona police say a 24-pound bundle of marijuana that fell from the sky and landed outside a family’s home probably fell from a plane on its way to make a delivery.
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:
Secretary of State Encourages Pennsylvanians to Register to Vote by October 5th Deadline
HARRISBURG, Pa. (EYT) – Secretary of State Pedro A. Cortés yesterday encouraged Pennsylvanians to register to vote by the Monday, October 5th deadline and reminded citizens of their ability to register online using the state’s new online voter registration system.
Former Clarion Businessman Dausch Passes Away
Eugene (Gene) Dausch, born August 26, 1958, passed away on Sunday, September 27, 2015 from frontal temporal dementia.
Mary A. Stralko
Mary A. Stralko, 93, of 1121 Grandview Rd. Oil City, PA. ,died at 10:15 A.M. Monday Sept. 28, 2015 at her home following an extended illness.
Charles D. “Doug” Rithman, Sr.
Charles D. “Doug” Rithman, Sr., 73, of 7158 US 322 Cranberry died at 4:25 pm Sunday, September 27, 2015 at his residence.
Grace Cox Hester
Grace Cox Hester, 87, of Tionesta, PA, went to her heavenly home on September 26, 2015 while at Edinboro Manor where she has resided the past year.
Sara E “Sally” Snyder
Sara E “Sally” Snyder, 79, of Franklin, passed away at 2:24 a.m. on Saturday, September 26th at The Caring Place, where she had resided for the past several years.
Driver Dies Following Pleasantville Crash
PLEASANTVILLE, Pa. (EYT) – Police say a man died following an accident that occurred on East State Street (State Route 36), east of School Street, in Pleasantville Borough, Venango County.
Clarion Area’s Lerch Breaks Record In Cranberry
SENECA, Pa. – The Clarion Bobcat Jr. High Cross Country team traveled to Cranberry on Tuesday, September 22, to take on the Berries. The course has several hills and is 2.1 miles long. For some, a course like this may be intimidating, but for Nathaniel Lerch it wasn’t at all.
Venango County Photo of the Day
“Lucky winner of the TV donated by Aaron’s at the “Color Us United” 5K race that was co-sponsored by the United Way of Venango County and the Franklin Area Chamber of Commerce.” Submitted by A. Jane Klinger.
Car Crashes into Utility Pole in Sugarcreek Borough, Driver Injured
SUGARCREEK BOROUGH, Pa. (EYT) – According to Franklin-based State Police, a one-car accident occurred on Keely Road, in Sugarcreek Borough, Venango County.
Say What?!: Escaped Tarantula Grounds Delta Plane Overnight in Baltimore
BALTIMORE, Md. – A Delta plane was grounded overnight in Baltimore when a tarantula escaped from its container in the cargo hold and was spotted by baggage handlers.
Deer vs Vehicle Crash on Route 227, Passenger Injured
CORNPLANTER TWP., Pa. (EYT) – Franklin-based State Police say a one-vehicle crash occurred on State Route 227 (Rouseville Road), west of Dennis Drive, in Cornplanter Township, Venango County.
Vehicle Stops for School Bus, Rear-Ended by Car on Route 257; Oil City Woman Injured
CRANBERRY TWP., Pa. (EYT) – According to Franklin-based State Police, a two-vehicle accident occurred on State Route 257, 394 feet north of Johnstone Road, in Cranberry Township, Venango County.
Man Arrested for Public Intoxication, Disorderly Conduct After Throwing Brick Through Window
OIL CITY, Pa. (EYT) – Oil City Police say around 4:44 a.m. on September 26, an arrest was made on Orchard Street.
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:
Police Investigating Aggravated Assault at SCI Forest
JENKS TWP., Pa. (EYT) – According to Marienville-based State Police, an Aggravated Assault occurred at SCI Forest in Jenks Township, Forest County.
Cranberry Area Cross Country Team Represent District IX at Hershey Invitational
HERSHEY, Pa. – Cross Country Teams from North Clarion, Cranberry, and Clarion Area School Districts traveled to Hershey to compete in the 9th annual PIAA Foundation Race.
Forest Area Lady Fires Shut Out Titusville 4-0
Lady Fires beat Titusville on Saturday, September 26, in a shut out 4 to 0. Submitted by Debra Arner, East Forest Principal.
Venango County Recipe of the Day: Hamburger and Rice Bake
Hamburger and Rice Bake – An easy-to-make and delicious main course dish!