August 2018

State Police Remind Motorists to Take Caution Over Labor Day Weekend

August 30, 2018 | Aly Delp

PUNXSUTAWNEY, Pa. — Captain Bernard J. Petrovsky, Commanding Officer, Pennsylvania State Police, Troop C, Punxsutawney, wishes to inform motorists that troopers will be increasing traffic patrol efforts over the Labor Day holiday weekend.

Oil City Man Who Crashed and Fled Police While on Meth Waives Hearing

August 30, 2018 | Aly Delp

FRANKLIN, Pa. (EYT) — An Oil City man accused of wrecking his vehicle and fleeing police while on methamphetamine is waived his preliminary hearing this week.

State Police Announces 2017 DUI Arrest Totals; Troop E, Franklin Reports 150 DUI Arrests, 39 DUI Crashes

August 30, 2018 | Joanne Bauer

HARRISBURG, Pa. — The Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) announced on Wednesday that troopers made 19,963 driving-under-the-influence (DUI) arrests in 2017, which reflects a 1 percent increase from the total number of DUI arrests (19,518) in 2016. Locally, Franklin-based State Police reported 150 DUI arrests and 39 DUI crashes in 2017.

Department of Human Services Highlights Service Expansion for Pennsylvanians with Intellectual Disabilities and Autism

August 30, 2018 | Joanne Bauer

HARRISBURG, Pa. — Department of Human Services (DHS) Deputy Secretary for Developmental Programs Nancy Thaler on Wednesday discussed the expansion of services available for Pennsylvanians with autism spectrum disorder and their families at an event in the Capitol Media Center.

PA Secretary of Health Warns of Dangers, Increase in Cases of Sexually Transmitted Diseases

August 30, 2018 | Joanne Bauer

HARRISBURG, Pa. — As cases of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) rise in parts of Pennsylvania, the Wolf Administration wants everyone to be educated on the dangers of STDs and the importance of getting tested.

D9sports.com Player Profile: Matt McQuaide, Cranberry

August 30, 2018 | Chris Rossetti

D9Sports.com/EYT Media is doing a series of player profiles on returning high-school athletes this summer. The year in school listed by the athlete is the year the athlete is entering this fall.

Clarion U. Football Kicks Off 2018 Season Saturday v. Shippensburg in Pittsburgh

August 30, 2018 | Chris Rossetti

PITTSBURGH — The Clarion Golden Eagles will kick off the 92nd year of varsity football at 1 p.m. Saturday when they take on the Shippensburg Red Raiders at Highmark Stadium in Pittsburgh.

Penn State Hosts Appalachian State in Opener Saturday

August 30, 2018 | Chris Rossetti

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — No. 10/9 Penn State opens its 2018 season at home in Beaver Stadium, welcoming Appalachian State for the first time. The telecast begins at 3:30 p.m. Saturday on BTN.

Pitt’s 2018 Season Set to Kickoff Saturday vs. Albany

August 30, 2018 | Chris Rossetti

PITTSBURGH — The 2018 Pitt football season kicks off at 3:30 p.m. Saturday when the Panthers entertain Albany at Heinz Field.

Venango County Photo of the Day

August 30, 2018 | Aly Delp

Taken near Kossuth. Submitted by James Watkins.

Say What?!: Security Camera Catches Dog Dragging Running Garden Hose Through House

August 30, 2018 | Aly Delp

BRIGHTON, Colorado — A home security system recently captured footage of a mischievous dog who made a mess by bringing a running garden hose inside a house.

Venango County Recipe of the Day: Sandy’s Dream Cupcakes

August 30, 2018 | Joanne Bauer

These cupcakes are easy-to-make & delicious! Sponsored by Franklin-Oil Region Credit Union.

7-Day Weather Forecast for Venango County

August 30, 2018 | 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: Too Soon?

August 30, 2018 | A.F. Branco

An editorial cartoon by A.F. Branco: Too Soon?

ClayToonz: Google Gestapo

August 30, 2018 | Clay Jones

An editorial cartoon by Clay Jones: Google Gestapo.

Edward L. Silvis Jr.

August 30, 2018 | Aly Delp

Edward L. Silvis Jr., 75, of Cedar Avenue, Oil City, PA, died on Wednesday, August 29, 2018, at his home after an extended illness.

Ronald G. Mitchell

August 30, 2018 | Aly Delp

Ronald G. Mitchell, 78, a resident of Snyder Memorial Health Care Center in Marienville, PA, formerly of Waynesboro, PA, passed away on Wednesday, August 29, 2018, at Snyder Memorial Health Care Center.

Barry L. Doverspike

August 30, 2018 | Aly Delp

Barry L. Doverspike, 62, of Brookville PA, passed away on Monday, August 27, 2018, at UPMC Hamot Hospital in Erie, PA.

Department of Corrections Orders Immediate Lock Down of All State Prisons

August 29, 2018 | Aly Delp

HARRISBURG, Pa. – Pennsylvania Department of Corrections Secretary John Wetzel announced the immediate lockdown of all state correctional institutions because of reports of multiple staff members sickened by unknown substances over the past few weeks.

Kenneth L. Brown

August 29, 2018 | Aly Delp

Kenneth Lawrence Brown, 82, of Franklin, passed away on Saturday, August 25, 2018, at Sugar Creek Station.

Win-It Wednesday: Sign Up for a Chance to Win 2 Tickets to the Pittsburgh Pirates

August 29, 2018 | Adam McCully

Local Non-Profit Gives Neglected and Abused Children a Voice

August 29, 2018 | Aly Delp

VENANGO CO., Pa. (EYT) — The Venango County Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) Program is seeking volunteers to help neglected and abused children in the Venango County area.

Area Man Dies from Injuries Suffered in Motorcycle Crash in Sugarcreek

August 29, 2018 | Joanne Bauer

ERIE CO., Pa. (EYT) — A man has died in an Erie hospital after he was thrown from his motorcycle on Route 322 in Sugarcreek Borough on Sunday night.

Inmate Attempts to Smuggle Heroin into Venango County Jail

August 29, 2018 | Aly Delp

FRANKLIN, Pa. (EYT) — A Franklin man is facing new charges after he allegedly attempted to conceal heroin during his intake process at the Venango County Jail.

Barrow-Civic Theatre to Host ‘East Meets West’ with Ustad Shafaat Khan on August 29

August 29, 2018 | Aly Delp

FRANKLIN, Pa. (EYT) — The Barrow-Civic Theatre will host internationally acclaimed “East Meets West” with Ustad Shafaat Khan on Wednesday, August 29.

Franklin Woman Punches, Attacks Woman with Knife; Jailed on Aggravated Assault Charges

August 29, 2018 | Aly Delp

FRANKLIN, Pa. (EYT) — A Franklin woman is facing aggravated assault and related charges after allegedly attacking another woman with a knife in Franklin on Tuesday morning.

Man Who Sent Letter to Judge Threatening Corrections Officer Waives Preliminary Hearing

August 29, 2018 | Aly Delp

CLARION, Pa. (EYT) — A New Bethlehem man who allegedly sent a letter to Clarion County President Judge James G. Arner threatening a corrections officer waived his preliminary hearing this week.

PA Dept. of Agriculture: More Milk Choices Available for Schools, Students

August 29, 2018 | Adam McCully

HARRISBURG, Pa. – The Wolf Administration on Tuesday urged schools to take advantage of a federal regulation change that expands access to more fluid milk choices for students.

Attorney General Josh Shapiro Announces Seizure of $535K of Heroin, Fentanyl, Crystal Meth and Other Drugs

August 29, 2018 | Aly Delp

HARRISBURG, Pa. — Attorney General Josh Shapiro on Tuesday announced that his strategic response team seized more than 44 pounds of heroin, fentanyl, crystal methamphetamine, cocaine, and other drugs during a five-month deployment in Lackawanna and Luzerne Counties.

Governor Wolf Highlights Progress of Statewide ‘Resurface PA’ Initiative

August 29, 2018 | Joanne Bauer

BOOTHWYN, Pa. — Governor Tom Wolf joined Pennsylvania Department of Transportation Secretary Leslie S. Richards, PennDOT officials, and other representatives on Tuesday at the Pennsylvania Welcome Center in Delaware County to highlight the progress of the Resurface PA Initiative.

D9Sports.com Player Profile: Gaven Bowser, Union

August 29, 2018 | Chris Rossetti

D9Sports.com/EYT Media is doing a series of player profiles on returning high-school athletes this summer. The year in school listed by the athlete is the year the athlete is entering this fall.

Brookville Remains in Top Spot in Aug. 28 Allegheny Grille of Foxburg/D9Sports.com Football Rankings

August 29, 2018 | Chris Rossetti

SHIPPENVILLE, Pa. (D9Sports) – While the top three teams all remain the same as last week in the Aug. 28, 2018, Allegheny Grille of Foxburg D9Sports.com Football Rankings, Brockway moves into the Top Five and Moniteau and Elk County Catholic both jump into the Top 10.

Clarion U’s Cotton Named PSAC SW Volleyball Player of the Week

August 29, 2018 | Chris Rossetti

LOCK HAVEN, Pa. — Clarion sophomore Christina Cotton kicked off her 2018 volleyball season by garnering PSAC Southwest Division Athlete of the Week honors.

D9Sports.com Player Profile: Owen Chambers, Coudersport

August 29, 2018 | Chris Rossetti

D9Sports.com/EYT Media is doing a series of player profiles on returning high-school athletes this summer. The year in school listed by the athlete is the year the athlete is entering this fall.

2-minute Drill: Cards, Pirates Continue to Head in Opposite Directions as St. Louis Wins Tuesday

August 29, 2018 | Chris Rossetti

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