Archive for February, 2019
Controversy Brewing Over PennDOT’s Interstate 80 Commercial Vehicle Bans
VENANGO COUNTY, Pa. (EYT) – There is nothing like an ice storm to put fear in the hearts of even the best drivers. Bad roads keep people sidelined, but some local businesses are getting hit where it hurts.
Karle B. Lutz
Karle B. Lutz, 94, of Oil City, died peacefully in his residence on February 25, 2019.
Francis J. Lander Sr.
Francis J. Lander Sr., 85, of Oil City, died peacefully surrounded by family on Wednesday, February 27, 2019 at Oakwood Heights.
Franklin Man Connected to Venango County Kidnapping Case Waives Hearing
FRANKLIN, Pa. (EYT) – A Franklin man accused of involvement in the kidnapping of a local man waived his preliminary hearing yesterday.
Kidnapping Suspects to Appear in Court Next Wednesday
VENANGO CO., Pa. (EYT) – An Emlenton couple who allegedly kept a woman locked in a bedroom and abused her will stand for preliminary hearings next Wednesday.
Riverview IU6 Recognizes Matthew LaVerde As Policy Leader in STEM Education
CLARION, Pa. – Matthew LaVerde, Assistant Executive Director of Riverview Intermediate Unit 6, has been accepted as one of 31 ambassadors in the Pennsylvania STEM Ambassador Program.
Franklin Man Waives Hearing, Franklin Woman Held for Court in Toddler Abuse Case
FRANKLIN, Pa. (EYT) – Two Venango County residents accused in a physical abuse case involving a toddler appeared in court yesterday.
Standoff Ends in Knox; Suspect in Custody
KNOX, Pa. (EYT) – A police standoff that shut down a portion of Route 208 in Knox for several hours ended early Wednesday evening.
Franklin Woman Sentenced Up to Two Years for Violent Attack on Victim
FRANKLIN, Pa. (EYT) – A Franklin woman who attacked another woman in August was sentenced to up to two years behind bars recently.
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Area Woman to Showcase Mudbogging Skills on History Channel’s Truck Competition
WORTHVILLE, Pa. (EYT) – A Jefferson County woman will be showcasing her mudbogging skills on national television via the History Channel tonight.
Man Cited for Trespassing at Franklin State Police Barracks
CRANBERRY TWP., Pa. (EYT) – Police say a Pleasantville man was cited after he was allegedly discovered trespassing in a restricted area at the Franklin State Police barracks.
Police Investigating Alleged Rapes from 1980s
OAKLAND TWP., Pa. (EYT) – State Police are investigating two rapes that allegedly occurred in Venango County over 35 years ago.
Wolf Introduces PA GI Bill, First Education Program to Support PA National Guard Member Families
ANNVILLE, Pa. – On Wednesday at Fort Indiantown Gap, Governor Tom Wolf outlined the benefits of his proposed PA GI Bill that enables members of the Pennsylvania National Guard (PNG) to earn college benefits for their spouse and children.
North Clarion Headed to D9 1A Boys’ Title Game for First Time in 20 Years
CLARION, Pa. (D9Sports) – After two decades of near misses and close calls, the North Clarion boys’ basketball team is headed back to the District 9 Class 1A title game.
Keystone Girls Battle Clarion with PIAA Spot on the Line Thursday
A pair of championship games, two consolation games and a subregional contest are on tap in the District 9 basketball playoffs Thursday.
District 9 Sets Basketball Schedule for Thursday and Friday
BROCKWAY, Pa. (D9Sports) – District 9 has updated its basketball brackets for games Thursday, Feb. 28, and Friday, March 1.
Obenrader, Gannon Squeak Past Clarion
CLARION, Pa. – The Gannon women’s basketball team rallied past Clarion for a 50-48 win Wednesday night at the Student Rec Center at Clarion.
Say What?!: Animal Rescuers Save Rat Trapped in Manhole Cover
GERMANY – Animal rescuers in Germany came to the assistance of a rat that found itself stuck in one of the small openings of a manhole cover.
Venango County Recipe of the Day: No Bake Key Lime Pie
Serve this awesome dessert with a glass of Pinot Grigio! Sponsored by Franklin-Oil Region Credit Union.
7-Day Weather Forecast for Venango County
A look at the 7-day weather forecast for the Venango County area brought to you by Deets Mechanical of Seneca, Pa.
Clarion University Issues Statement After Student’s Death
CLARION, Pa. – In a statement issued Wednesday evening by Clarion University, the school confirmed that a student was found dead at 10 a.m. today in the auditorium of Marwick-Boyd Fine Arts Center.
Cpl. Tyler J. Carey
Cpl. Tyler J. Carey, United States Marine Corps, of Franklin, PA passed away on Tuesday February 19, 2019 at the too young age of 20.
William Lee Moon, Sr.
William Lee Moon, Sr., 81, of Cranberry, passed away peacefully early Tuesday morning, February 26, 2019 at The Caring Place in Franklin.
JoAnn Jewell Clontz
JoAnn Jewell Clontz, Age 78 of DuBois, PA died Tuesday, February 26, 2019 at Christ The King Manor.
Shirley Ann Houser
Shirley Ann Houser, 84, of Latrobe, PA, formerly of Rimersburg, went to be with her Lord on Tuesday, February 26, 2019, at The Grove in Latrobe.