November 2017

Clarion U. Women Use Strong Second-Half Defense to Top Ohio Valley

November 29, 2017 | Chris Rossetti

CLARION, Pa. – The Clarion women’s basketball team clamped down defensively in the second half, coming back from an early deficit to defeat Ohio Valley 71-63 at Tippin Gymnasium on Tuesday night.

Clarion U.’s Mraz Named PSAC West Men’s Hoops Freshman of the Week

November 29, 2017 | Chris Rossetti

LOCK HAVEN, Pa. – Clarion’s Mason Mraz was recognized by the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference as the West Division’s Men’s Basketball Freshman of the Week.

2-minute Drill: Penn State’s Moorhead Reported to be Taking Mississippi State Job

November 29, 2017 | Chris Rossetti

Your daily regional sports update.

Venango County Photo of the Day

November 29, 2017 | Dylan Cyphert

Photo was taken at Boals Road, Cooperstown. Photo submitted by Michelle Brennan.

Say What?!: Doctors Find 263 coins, 100 nails Inside Man Complaining of Stomach Pain

November 29, 2017 | Dylan Cyphert

INDIA — Doctors in India treating a man who complained of stomach pain found 263 coins and 100 nails in his stomach.

7-Day Weather Forecast for Venango County

November 29, 2017 | Joanne Bauer

A look at the 7-day weather forecast for the Venango County area brought to you by Deets Mechanical of Seneca, Pa.

Venango County Recipe of the Day: Eggnog Pumpkin Pie

November 29, 2017 | Joanne Bauer

A creamy and delicious dessert — perfect for your holiday gatherings! Sponsored by Franklin-Oil Region Credit Union.

ClayToonz: Trump’s Pocahontas Time

November 29, 2017 | Clay Jones

An editorial cartoon by Clay Jones: Trump’s Pocahontas Time.

Comically Incorrect: GOP Tax Shelter

November 29, 2017 | A.F. Branco

An editorial cartoon by A.F. Branco: GOP Tax Shelter.

Ronald Romaine Rhoades

November 28, 2017 | Dylan Cyphert

Robert W. Grine, II

November 28, 2017 | Dylan Cyphert

Robert W. Grine, II, age 70, of Route 36, Washington Township, passed away unexpectedly at his home on November 26, 2017.

Zelda M. Smith

November 28, 2017 | Dylan Cyphert

Zelda M. Smith, 83, of Venus went to be with her Lord and Savior Sunday morning, November 26, 2017, at Shippenville Nursing and Rehabilitation Center following a short illness.

Joseph T. Strong

November 28, 2017 | Dylan Cyphert

Joseph T. Strong, 73, of New Bethlehem and Sumter South Carolina, passed away in Sumter South Carolina on Sunday morning, November 26, 2017, following a brief illness.

Ronald “Ronnie” Wayne Mays

November 28, 2017 | Dylan Cyphert

Ronald “Ronnie” Wayne Mays, 75, of Sligo, died November 20, 2017. Born in Butler on December 12, 1941, he was the son of William and Helen (Wiant) Mays.

Seven Venango County Artists and Organizations Receive Funding for Arts Projects

November 28, 2017 | Jake Bauer

ERIE, Pa. — Seven artists and organizations in Venango County were awarded funding from Erie Arts & Culture for the 2017-2018 program year.

Hunters Greeted with Mild Weather on First Day of Buck; Certain Point Restrictions Addressed

November 28, 2017 | Scott Shindledecker

VENANGO CO., Pa. (EYT) — Deer hunters across the region may not have had snow to help them find their quarry as the regular gun season opened Monday, but they were greeted by reasonable weather.

Oil City Man Receives Jail Time in Heroin Overdose Case

November 28, 2017 | Scott Shindledecker

FRANKLIN, Pa. (EYT) — An Oil City man who faced multiple charges stemming from a drug overdose case was sentenced on Monday to jail time.

Forest County News: Grange Donates Dictionaries, FCCLA Members Attend Region Meeting, Leaf Hunt

November 28, 2017 | Joanne Bauer

FOREST CO., Pa. (EYT) — Forest Area School District submitted the following articles:

Venango County Photo of the Day

November 28, 2017

Photo captured by Allison Mack. Submitted by Walt Hoffman.

Firefighters Extinguish Fire at Red & White Store

November 28, 2017 | Scott Shindledecker

SHIPPENVILLE, Pa. (EYT) — A fire burned a hole in the floor of the Shippenville Red & White store Monday morning.

Vacuum Cleaners Salesmen Suspects in Clinton Township Harassment Case

November 28, 2017 | Scott Shindledecker

CLINTON TWP., Pa. (EYT) – Franklin-based State Police are seeking information on a case of harassment that occurred on Monday involving three men selling vacuum cleaners.

Oil City Man Accused of Inappropriate Sexual Contact with Teen Girl Faces Hearing on Wednesday

November 28, 2017 | Joanne Bauer

OIL CITY, Pa. (EYT) – An Oil City man who allegedly had inappropriate sexual contact with a teen girl will face a preliminary hearing on Wednesday afternoon.

State Police Calls: Burglar Leaves Cell Phone at Crime Scene

November 28, 2017 | Scott Shindledecker

VENANGO CO., Pa. (EYT) – Franklin-based State Police responded to the following calls:

Deer Creek Winery to Serve Chicken Alfredo on Pasta Night Wednesday

November 28, 2017 | Joanne Bauer

SHIPPENVILLE, Pa. (EYT) — Deer Creek Winery will be serving Chicken Alfredo on Pasta Night Wednesday on November 29.

Pa. Game Commission Announces Bear Harvest Results

November 28, 2017 | Scott Shindledecker

HARRISBURG, Pa. – Hunters during the final day of Pennsylvania’s statewide bear season harvested 168 bears, raising the 2017 statewide season harvest to 1,796.

Brookville’s Krug, Dworek, Kane’s DeLong Top 2017 D9 Football Offensive Stat Leaders

November 28, 2017 | Chris Rossetti

SHIPPENVILLE, Pa. (D9Sports) — Frank Varischetti’s influence on the Brookville Raiders offense in 2017 was well known, and that continues with the release of the final District 9 offensive leaderboard.

Redbank Valley Grad Hinderliter of SRU Named PSAC West Women’s Hoops Player of the Week

November 28, 2017 | Chris Rossetti

LOCK HAVEN, Pa. – Slippery Rock University sophomore guard Brooke Hinderliter, a Redbank Valley graduate, was named the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference Western Division Athlete of the Week, the league office announced on Monday.

Pitt’s Pickett, Maddox Earn ACC Honors

November 28, 2017 | Chris Rossetti

PITTSBURGH — Pitt freshman quarterback Kenny Pickett and senior cornerback Avonte Maddox were honored by the Atlantic Coast Conference today for their performances in the Panthers’ 24-14 victory over No. 2 Miami.

2-minute Drill: Penguins Rally Past Flyers on Crosby’s OT Winner

November 28, 2017 | Chris Rossetti

Your daily regional sports update.

Say What?!: Bobcat Survives 50-Mile Drive Stuck in Front Grill of Prius

November 28, 2017 | Jake Bauer

RICHMOND, Virginia — Animal rescuers in Virginia were called out to assist a bobcat that survived traveling 50 miles in the grill of a woman’s car.

7-Day Weather Forecast for Venango County

November 28, 2017 | Joanne Bauer

A look at the 7-day weather forecast for the Venango County area brought to you by Deets Mechanical of Seneca, Pa.

Comically Incorrect: No Pain, No Gain

November 28, 2017 | A.F. Branco

An editorial cartoon by A.F. Branco: No Pain, No Gain.

ClayToonz: Congressional Booty

November 28, 2017 | Clay Jones

An editorial cartoon by Clay Jones: Congressional Booty.

Harmon William Myers

November 27, 2017 | Ashley Eck

Juanita A. Perry

November 27, 2017 | Ashley Eck

Loree Davis

November 27, 2017 | Ashley Eck

First Day of Buck Predicted to Be Promising for Hunters

November 27, 2017 | Joanne Bauer

Over 700,000 hunters from age 12 to senior citizens are expected to be on state gamelands and farmer-owned private woods on the first day of rifle deer season in pursuit of that trophy buck.

Franklin’s Adoptable Furry Friend of the Week: Jax

November 27, 2017 | Joanne Bauer

Franklin’s Adoptable Furry Friend this week is Jax — Sponsored by Franklin-Oil Region Credit Union.

Franklin Man Accused of Assaulting Woman in Frenchcreek Township

November 27, 2017 | Joanne Bauer

FRENCHCREEK TWP., Pa. (EYT) — A Franklin man is in jail after allegedly assaulting a woman at a residence on Stone Road, in Frenchcreek Township, Venango County.

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