February 2019

Threats Made Against State Employee in Franklin

February 27, 2019 | Aly Delp

VENANGO CO., Pa. (EYT) – Franklin-based State Police are investigating terroristic threats made against a state employee in Franklin, Venango County.

SPONSORED: Did You Know Veronesi Gunworks Now Offers Laser Engraving?!

February 27, 2019 | Tyler Ochs

NEW BETHLEHEM, Pa. — Personalize your firearm, or turn an ordinary gift into a cherished and remembered keepsake.

Franklin Man Who Assaulted Woman During Domestic Altercation Sentenced to Probation

February 27, 2019 | Aly Delp

FRANKLIN, Pa. (EYT) — A Franklin man who struck a woman during a domestic dispute last August was sentenced yesterday to probation.

Community Awareness Night for Suicide Prevention Scheduled for March 19 in Knox

February 27, 2019 | Aly Delp

KNOX, Pa. (EYT) — A Community Awareness Night focusing on suicide prevention is scheduled for Tuesday, March 19, in Knox.

Department of Health Urges Awareness, Education on Eating Disorders

February 27, 2019 | Tyler Ochs

HARRISBURG, Pa. – The Wolf Administration encourages all Pennsylvanians to be aware of the various types of eating disorders that can affect individuals of any gender, age, race, ethnicity or lifestyle, and emphasizes the importance of supporting those affected by them.

Main Street Program Seeks Vendors for Oil City Farmers’ Market

February 27, 2019 | Dylan Cyphert

OIL CITY, Pa. (EYT) — The Oil City Main Street Program is seeking vendors for the Oil City Farmers’ Market.

Local Man Accused of Lewd Act While Juvenile Co-Worker Present

February 27, 2019 | Joanne Bauer

CLARION TWP., Pa. (EYT) – A Strattanville man is facing charges after he allegedly performed a sexual act in the presence of a juvenile co-worker at a Clarion Township business.

A-C Valley Girls Headed to D9 2A Title Game

February 27, 2019 | Shane Lux

RIMERSBURG, Pa. (D9Sports) — The second-seeded A-C Valley Lady Falcons outscored Keystone 16-2 in the third quarter to break open a 1-point halftime lead and get themselves back into a District 9 title game with a 38-27 win over Keystone in the semifinals at Union High School.

LaVan Three at the Horn in OT Sends Keystone to State Playoffs for First Time in Nine Years

February 27, 2019 | Shane Lux

RIMERSBURG, Pa. (D9Sports) — Brooks LaVan’s 3-pointer at the buzzer in overtime sent the Keystone Panthers into the state playoffs for the first time in nine years and left Karns City stunned with a 58-56 win in the D9 2A consolation game.

C-L/North Clarion Boys to Battle for Spot in D9 1A Title Game

February 27, 2019 | Chris Rossetti

Tuesday’s District 9 Basketball Scores

February 27, 2019 | Chris Rossetti

Feb. 26 basketball scores.

2-minute Drill: Pens Secure Big Win in Columbus

February 27, 2019 | Chris Rossetti

Your daily sports update.

Venango County Photo of the Day

February 27, 2019

Waning Moon on Cherrytree Road. Submitted by Naomi Dechant.

Say What?!: Florida Shop’s $100 Doughnut Contains Gold, Cristal Champagne

February 27, 2019 | Adam McCully

MIAMI, Fla. — A Florida doughnut shop is celebrating its grand opening with a $100 doughnut containing 24-karat gold and Cristal champagne.

7-Day Weather Forecast for Venango County

February 27, 2019 | 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: Pesto-Dijon Egg Salad Sandwiches

February 27, 2019 | Joanne Bauer

Serve this zippy sandwich with a side of three bean salad! Sponsored by Franklin-Oil Region Credit Union.

ClayToonz: Do The Right Thing

February 27, 2019 | Clay Jones

An editorial cartoon by Clay Jones: Do The Right Thing.

Comically Incorrect: Oscar Whiners

February 27, 2019 | A.F. Branco

An editorial cartoon by A.F. Branco: Oscar Whiners.

Clifford “Lee” L. Beightol

February 27, 2019 | Ashley Eck

Clifford “Lee” L. Beightol, 71, of Venus, passed away Monday February 25, 2019, at Shippenville Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center.

Kidnapping Suspects Turn Themselves In

February 26, 2019 | Adam McCully

EMLENTON, Pa. (EYT) — An Emlenton couple who allegedly kept a woman locked in a bedroom and abused her have turned themselves in.

‘Get on the Trail’ Business Plan Contest Kickoffs Tonight at TrAils to Ales Brewery

February 26, 2019 | Tyler Ochs

FRANKLIN, Pa. — The 2019 Get on the Trail Business Plan Contest will kick off Tuesday, February 26 at 6:30 p.m. at TrAils to Ales Brewery in Franklin, PA.

Crews Working Around the Clock to Restore Power to Region

February 26, 2019 | Chris Rossetti

VENANGO CO., Pa. (EYT) — Crews from power companies throughout the state continue to work around the clock to restore electric to thousands of customers who lost service due to severe weather.

Charlsie Seeley

February 26, 2019 | Aly Delp

Charlsie Seeley, 86, formerly of Cochranton died Saturday, February 23, 2019, in Central, South Carolina.

Donald L. Graham

February 26, 2019 | Aly Delp

Donald L. Graham, 76, of Steinbarger Lake, Wawaka, died Saturday, February 23, 2019, at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne.

Ernest J. Daley

February 26, 2019 | Aly Delp

Monsignor Ernest J. Daley, 89, died Sunday, February 24, 2019, at St. Mary’s Home at Asbury Ridge, Erie.

Christina L. Snyder

February 26, 2019 | Aly Delp

Christina L. Snyder, 94, a resident of Highland Oaks in Clarion, passed away Monday morning, February 25, 2019.

Featured Local Job: Welders/Fitters and CNC/Manual Machinists

February 26, 2019 | Tyler Ochs

Extreme Machine and Fab., Inc. has immediate openings for multiple positions.

Oil City Man Charged as Crackdown on Drug Ring Continues

February 26, 2019 | Aly Delp

OIL CITY, Pa. (EYT) — The arrest of an Oil City man is the latest development in the crackdown of an methamphetamine ring in Venango County.

Local Restaurants to Compete in Explore ‘Battle of the Burgers’ Competition

February 26, 2019 | Adam McCully

VENANGO CO., Pa. (EYT) — The third annual Explore “Battle of the Burgers” kicks off on Tuesday, February 26, 2019.

Arianna’s Ride: Benefit for Family of Tionesta Woman Raises Over $10K

February 26, 2019 | Aly Delp

FARMINGTON TWP., Pa. (EYT) — The memorial benefit held on February 23 for the family of a Tionesta woman who passed away in September raised over $10,000.00.

Oil City School Board Says ‘No’ to Health Resource Center

February 26, 2019 | Aly Delp

OIL CITY, Pa. (EYT) — The members of the Oil City School Board have decided not to hear a presentation from AccessMatters on a proposed health resource center for the district’s middle and high schools.

Custom Scars: Local Pastor Publishes Book on Journey of Hope

February 26, 2019 | Aly Delp

FRANKLIN, Pa. (EYT) — Everyone has scars. We often attempt to keep them hidden, but deep down inside we know they’re still there.

SPONSORED: Great Deals at Sharp Shopper — Strawberries, Garlic Shrimp, Instant Coffee, Guernsey Farmers Cheese, and More

February 26, 2019 | Gavin Fish

A look at Sharp Shopper’s Deals running through Saturday, March 2, 2019 — or while supplies last!

Authorities Continue Search for Emlenton Kidnapping Suspects

February 26, 2019 | Joanne Bauer

EMLENTON, Pa. (EYT) — Police are still searching for an Emlenton couple who allegedly kept a woman locked in a bedroom and abused her.

Man Who Was Deported Apprehended in Clarion County with Fake ID

February 26, 2019 | Joanne Bauer

CLARION CO., Pa. (EYT) — A man who was recently deported was arrested in Clarion County.

Open House for Public Input on New Voting Machines Well Attended

February 26, 2019 | Aly Delp

FRANKLIN, Pa. (EYT) — Officials say an open house held to gather local voters’ and poll workers’ input on new voting machines Monday evening was well-attended.

Twenty-Seven New Game Wardens Introduced

February 26, 2019 | Tyler Ochs

Police: Oil City Man Punches Son Multiple Times, Threatens to Kill Him

February 26, 2019 | Joanne Bauer

OIL CITY, Pa. (EYT) — An Oil City man is in the Venango County Jail after he allegedly assaulted his son and threatened to kill him.

Department of Health Makes It Easier to Access Family Nutrition Benefits

February 26, 2019 | Adam McCully

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