May 2016

Venango County Recipe of the Day: Chocolate Peanut Butter Shake

May 30, 2016 | Joanne Bauer

A great mixture of chocolate and peanut butter for a Memorial Holiday snack!

Comically Incorrect: Thank You Vets

May 30, 2016 | A.F. Branco

An editorial cartoon by A.F. Branco: Thank You Vets.

ClayToonz: Gorilla of Marco’s Dreams

May 30, 2016 | Clay Jones

An editorial cartoon by Clay Jones: Gorilla of Marco’s Dreams.

Man Seriously Injured After Motorcycle Collides with Two Vehicles in Pleasantville

May 29, 2016 | Jake Bauer

PLEASANTVILLE, Pa. (EYT) — A 30-year-old man was seriously injured yesterday afternoon in a motorcycle crash in Pleasantville Borough, Venango County.

Mega Rock Weekend Guide: Live Music at Local Wineries and More

May 29, 2016 | Gina Mazzocchi

Venango County events continue this weekend with Live Music at Local Wineries and more.

Venus Man Flown to UPMC Hamot Following Alcohol-Related ATV Crash

May 29, 2016 | Joanne Bauer

PINEGROVE TWP., Pa. (EYT) — Police say an alcohol-related crash occurred early this morning on Davis Road, between Keister and Old State Roads, in Pinegrove Township, Venango County.

Say What?!: Large Alligator Captured Outside Texas Middle School

May 29, 2016 | Jake Bauer

DALLAS, Tx. — An alligator caught taking an early morning stroll at a Dallas middle school was wrangled by deputies and game wardens who took video of the capture.

Franklin Teen Accused of Assault, Retaliation of Witness

May 29, 2016 | Joanne Bauer

FRANKLIN, Pa. (EYT) — A Franklin man has been accused of assault, retaliation of a witness and related charges stemming from an incident that occurred on the 1100 block of Liberty Street, Franklin, Venango County.

Emlenton Man Injured in Two-Car Crash on Route 322

May 29, 2016 | Joanne Bauer

ASHLAND TWP., Pa. (EYT) — Clarion-based State Police say around 3:01 p.m. on May 27, a two-car accident occurred on State Route 322, at its intersection with Kaber Road, in Ashland Township, Clarion County.

Yeany’s Maple Recipe of the Week: Maple Chicken Salad Pita

May 29, 2016 | Joanne Bauer

Yeany’s Maple Syrup and other maple products can be found at the following locations:

The Medical Minute: Keys to Building, Maintaining Bone Strength

May 29, 2016 | Joanne Bauer

HERSHEY, Pa. – Osteoporosis is on the rise as 75 million baby boomers approach their golden years.

Thrush Wins Boys’ 2A 400-meter Dash State Title; Moniteau’s Kimmel, Lindsay 4-5 in Girls’ 2A Shot Put

May 29, 2016 | Chris Rossetti

SHIPPENSBURG, Pa. — Brookville’s Ryan Thrush became the first Brookville boys’ track and field athlete to claim a state title when he won the 400-meter dash at the PIAA Class AA Championships Saturday in Shippensburg.

7-Day Weather Forecast for Venango County

May 29, 2016 | Joanne Bauer

A look at the 7-day weather forecast for the Venango County area.

Venango County Recipe of the Day: Neapolitan Cake

May 29, 2016 | Joanne Bauer

So easy to make & superb taste!

Comically Incorrect: A Tool

May 29, 2016 | A.F. Branco

An editorial cartoon by A.F. Branco: A Tool.

ClayToonz: Trump Has a Stick

May 29, 2016 | Clay Jones

An editorial cartoon by Clay Jones: Trump Has a Stick.

Jeffrey L. Hall

May 28, 2016 | Adam McCully

Jeffrey L. Hall, age 57, of East Hickory, PA, died on Friday, May 27, 2016 at UPMC Northwest-Seneca. He was born December 19, 1958 in Titusville, PA, son of the late Gary and Mildred (Kingston) Hall.

Sylvan D. “Sy” Walker

May 28, 2016 | Adam McCully

Sylvan D. “Sy” Walker, age 69, of Day City, Clarion County, passed away after a courageous battle with lymphoma at the McKinley Health Center in Brookville on May 27, 2016.

Good News of the Week: Rocky Grove Softball Team Donates $2,000 to Kirtland Cancer Foundation

May 28, 2016 | Jake Bauer

ROCKY GROVE, Pa. (EYT) — The Rocky Grove High School softball team hosted the “Bill Mook Memorial Game Day to Strike Out Cancer” on May 7 and raised $4,011.00 in donations.

Venango County Photo of the Day

May 28, 2016 | Joanne Bauer

Wildcat Hollow picnic area in Oil Creek State Park. Photo courtesy of Timothy Rudisille Photography.

Fryburg Mayfest Announces 2016 Maybug Winners

May 28, 2016 | Jake Bauer

FRYBURG, Pa. –Fryburg Mayfest announced the 2016 Maybug winners on Wednesday, May 25. The winners got to ride in the “Shining Through the Years” parade that took place yesterday.

Say What?!: YouTube Prankster Arrested for Climbing Hollywood’s Giant D

May 28, 2016 | Jake Bauer

LOS ANGELES, Ca. — A popular YouTube prankster was taken into custody after scaling the D in the iconic Hollywood sign and waving a banner reading, “I’m Back!”

Erie Man Faces Endangering Welfare of Children Charges After Alleged DUI with Toddlers in Car

May 28, 2016 | Jake Bauer

OIL CITY, Pa. (EYT) – An Erie man is facing two counts of endangering the welfare of children and related charges stemming from an incident that occurred in Oil City.

Franklin Man Arrested for Alleged DUI After Falling Asleep at Wheel

May 28, 2016 | Jake Bauer

FRANKLIN, Pa. (EYT) – Franklin Police say a suspected DUI arrest was made around 1:11 p.m. on May 25, on Pone Lane, near Red Express, in the City of Franklin, Venango County.

PennDOT Announces Venango County Road Maintenance Schedule

May 28, 2016 | Jake Bauer

VENANGO CO., Pa. – Venango County Maintenance Manager Garrett Westover today announced the following schedule of maintenance for roads maintained by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation during the week of May 30, 2016.

New PennDOT Open Data Portal Puts Road, Bridge Data at Public’s Fingertips

May 28, 2016 | Jake Bauer

HARRISBURG, Pa. — Less than a month after Governor Tom Wolf announced steps to make Pennsylvania’s data more transparent and accessible to the public, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) has launched an Open Data portal housing data ranging from roadway pavement conditions to rail facility locations.

Cranberry Softball Plays Moniteau Wednesday for D9 2A Title