October 2020

State Police Calls: DUI, Lost/Missing Firearm

October 30, 2020 | Aly Delp

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

Department of Human Services Warns Pennsylvanians of Potential Scam Involving Pandemic EBT Benefits

October 30, 2020 | Lexis Twentier

HARRISBURG, Pa. – The Department of Human Services (DHS) is warning of a possible scam concerning Pandemic EBT (P-EBT) benefits and reminding Pennsylvanians to be skeptical of unsolicited or random calls or text messages about public-assistance programs – especially when the calls or text messages solicit personal information, such as Social Security numbers.

Venango County Photo of the Day

October 30, 2020 | Lexis Twentier

Showing some love for Franklin! Submitted by Erica Jo Schweikert. Venango County Photo of the Day is brought to you by Window World of Butler.

Say What?!: London Cathedral Live Streams Memorial for Beloved Stray Cat

October 30, 2020 | Lexis Twentier

LONDON — A beloved stray cat that made London’s Southwark Cathedral her home for 12 years was memorialized in a special service hosted by the cathedral’s dean on live stream.

Venango County Recipe of the Day: Savory Party Bread

October 30, 2020 | Haley Bauer

Create the ultimate appetizer using this recipe!

Comically Incorrect: Pocket Change

October 30, 2020 | Lexis Twentier

An editorial cartoon by A.F Branco: Pocket Change.

7-Day Weather Forecast for Venango County

October 30, 2020 | Lexis Twentier

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

Claytoonz: Tipsy For Trump

October 30, 2020 | Clay Jones

An editorial cartoon by Clay Jones: Tipsy for Trump.

A-C Valley School District Goes Virtual Beginning Friday

October 30, 2020 | Joanne Bauer

FOXBURG, Pa. (EYT) — Beginning on Friday, October 30, the Allegheny-Clarion Valley School District will be going to remote learning due to the increase in COVID-19 cases in the area.

Two Franklin Area High School Staff Members Test Positive for COVID-19

October 29, 2020 | Aly Delp

FRANKLIN, Pa. (EYT) — Two staff members at Franklin Area High School have tested positive for COVID-19.

Pa. Dept. of Health: Eight New COVID-19 Cases Reported in Venango County, 2,202 New Cases Reported Statewide

October 29, 2020 | Aly Delp

HARRISBURG, Pa. — The Pennsylvania Department of Health today confirmed as of 12:00 a.m., October 29, that there were 2,202 additional positive cases of COVID-19, bringing the statewide total to 202,876.

Several Homes Evacuated After House Explosion in Rimersburg

October 29, 2020 | Aly Delp

RIMERSBURG BOROUGH, Pa. (EYT) — Emergency personnel from nine area fire companies are currently at the scene of an explosion that occurred at a residence in Rimersburg Borough this morning.

Kenneth E. Miller

October 29, 2020 | Aly Delp

Kenneth E. “Ken” Miller, 74, of Seneca, a loving and caring husband, dad, papa, and friend to many, died at his home early Tuesday morning, October 27, 2020.

Potentially Thousands of Requested Mail Ballots Lost in Butler County, Official Says

October 29, 2020 | Spotlight PA

BUTLER, Pa. — Potentially thousands of mail ballots requested by Butler County voters appear to be lost, a county official said Wednesday, and the U.S. Postal Service has been asked to immediately investigate what happened to them.

U.S. Supreme Court Refuses to Expedite Pa. Mail Ballot Case, But Could Still Intervene

October 29, 2020 | Angela Couloumbis of Spotlight PA

HARRISBURG, Pa. — The U.S. Supreme Court has rejected an eleventh-hour plea by Pennsylvania Republicans to strike down a three-day extension for counties to accept mail ballots, but has left open the possibility that it will hear the case and that those votes might not ultimately be counted.

Clarion University Expands On-Campus Offerings for Spring Semester

October 29, 2020 | Aly Delp

CLARION, Pa. — Clarion University is expanding on-campus experiences for students for the spring 2021 semester.

Franklin Man Indicted on Federal Firearms Violations

October 29, 2020 | Aly Delp

ERIE, Pa. — A Franklin man has been indicted by a federal grand jury in Erie on a charge of violating federal firearms laws, United States Attorney Scott W. Brady announced on Wednesday.

Police Investigating Reported Sexual Assault at Local Care Facility

October 29, 2020 | Aly Delp

AAA: There’s No Trick to Halloween Safety

October 29, 2020 | Aly Delp

Pa. — With Halloween falling on a Saturday this year, AAA East Central advises parents, motorists, and adults to take some extra precautions this year to keep everyone safe.

Woman Faces Felony Charges for Theft in Canal Township

October 29, 2020 | Aly Delp

CANAL TWP., Pa. (EYT) — A Mercer woman is facing felony burglary, theft, and trespassing charges for allegedly stealing a $2,500.00 speaker from another woman’s home in Canal Township.

Will Pa. Be at the Center of Another Bush v. Gore? These 8 Lawyers and Scholars Weigh In.

October 29, 2020 | Spotlight PA

HARRISBURG, Pa. — A too-close-to-call election night. A supreme court and a legislature at odds with each other. A pivotal swing state with a large number of electoral votes up for grabs. A challenge over which ballots should be counted. A barrage of lawsuits.

State Police Investigating Indecent Assault of 15-Year-Old Girl

October 29, 2020 | Aly Delp

CRANBERRY TWP., Pa. (EYT) — State Police in Franklin are currently investigating an alleged indecent assault of a 15-year-old girl.

Oil City Woman Escapes Injury in Route 66 Crash

October 29, 2020 | Aly Delp

LIMESTONE TWP., Pa. (EYT) — An Oil City woman escaped injuries in a crash that occurred on State Route 66 on Sunday.

Emlenton Man Charged for Failing to Meet With Probation Officer Held for Court

October 29, 2020 | Aly Delp

CLARION CO., Pa. (EYT) — An Emlenton who reportedly failed to show up for a probation meeting or respond to messages from his probation officer was held for court on Tuesday.

SPONSORED: UFP Industries in Parker to Hold Job Fair on November 4

October 29, 2020 | Tyler Ochs

PARKER, Pa. (EYT) — The weather may be getting colder, but the new starting wages at UFP Parker, LLC are HOT! HOT! HOT!

Franklin Woman Waives Hearing on Felony Child Endangerment Charges

October 29, 2020 | Aly Delp

VENANGO CO., Pa. (EYT) — A Franklin woman charged with felony child endangerment charges waived her hearing on Wednesday.

Erie County Restricts Activities of Openly Armed Residents Near the Polls If They Aren’t Voting

October 29, 2020 | Spotlight PA

ERIE, Pa. — Elections officials in this swing county took new steps Tuesday to combat rising concerns of voter intimidation at the polls, banning gatherings of two or more voters openly carrying guns near polling places, and forcing armed residents who aren’t voting to keep their distance.

SPONSORED: Thanksgiving Dinner Made Easy With the Allegheny Grille

October 29, 2020 | Tyler Ochs

FOXBURG, Pa. — Make your reservations or place your to-go order now for the Allegheny Grille’s delicious Thanksgiving dinner!

Pennsylvania Officials Discuss Election Security With U.S. Attorneys & FBI Agents

October 29, 2020 | Lexis Twentier

HARRISBURG, Pa. – Secretary of State Kathy Boockvar and Pennsylvania Director of Homeland Security Marcus Brown recently met with Pennsylvania’s three United States Attorneys and FBI agents from Philadelphia and Pittsburgh to review security and preparations for the Nov. 3 general election.

Governor Wolf Signs Proclamation of Disaster Emergency After Days of Unrest in Philadelphia

October 29, 2020 | Lexis Twentier

HARRISBURG, Pa. — Governor Tom Wolf signed a Proclamation of Disaster Emergency to provide additional support to Philadelphia after several days of unrest following the shooting death of Walter Wallace Jr. by two members of the Philadelphia Police Department.

Department of Agriculture Offers Advice to PA Hunters, Processors to Protect Against Chronic Wasting Disease

October 29, 2020 | Lexis Twentier

HARRISBURG, Pa. – With the 2020 hunting season underway in Pennsylvania, the Department of Agriculture released recommended best management practices to help protect hunters and their families against Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD).

Venango County Photo of the Day

October 29, 2020 | Lexis Twentier

Fishing with dad at the pond outside of Polk. Photo credit to Jeff Strawbridge. Submitted by Carilyn Strawbridge. Venango County Photo of the Day is brought to you by Window World of Butler.

Say What?!: Connecticut Museum Seeks Record for Largest Abstract Painting

October 29, 2020 | Lexis Twentier

CONNECTICUT — A Connecticut art museum is seeking a Guinness World Record after visitors there helped to create what is believed to be the world’s largest abstract painting. Artist Trace Burroughs teamed up with the Museum of Contemporary Art Westport to create the 9-foot-by-20-foot painting with help from visitors to the museum’s Family Day event during the weekend. Read the

Venango County Recipe of the Day: Cream Cheese Candies

October 29, 2020 | Haley Bauer

With only a few simple ingredients, you can create candies that people will devour in seconds!

7-Day Weather Forecast for Venango County

October 29, 2020 | 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: Buyers Remorse

October 29, 2020 | A.F. Branco

An editorial cartoon by A.F. Branco: Buyers Remorse.

Claytoonz: The Trust-Fund Baby Speaketh

October 29, 2020 | Clay Jones

An editorial cartoon by Clay Jones: The Trust-Fund Baby Speaketh.

Missing Man Found Deceased

October 28, 2020 | Aly Delp

KARNS CITY, Pa. (EYT) — The body of an area man who went missing late last week has been found.

Pa. Dept. of Health: 31 New COVID-19 Cases Reported in Venango County, 2,228 New Cases Reported Statewide

October 28, 2020 | Aly Delp

HARRISBURG, Pa. — The Pennsylvania Department of Health today confirmed as of 12:00 a.m., October 28, that there were 2,228 additional positive cases of COVID-19, bringing the statewide total to 200,674.

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