February 2021

SPONSORED: Lent Specials Continue at The Liberty House After Outstanding Turnout

February 26, 2021 | Tyler Ochs

CLARION, Pa. (EYT) – The Liberty House staff would like to thank everyone for the great turnout last Friday and looks forward to seeing you all again.

State Police Calls: DUI Incidents

February 26, 2021 | Aly Delp

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

Venango County Photo of the Day

February 26, 2021 | Lexis Twentier

Sunlight on the water. Submitted by Angela Griffin.

Say What?!: Man from Ireland Becomes World’s Oldest Ice Mile Swimmer

February 26, 2021 | Lexis Twentier

CORBALLY, Limerick — A 66-year-old Irish man plunged into freezing waters and swam for a mile to claim a Guinness World Record as the world’s oldest ice mile swimmer.

Venango County Recipe of the Day: Cheese Swirl Chocolate Cake

February 26, 2021 | Joanne Bauer

Serve this moist and delightful cake for a weekend treat!

7-Day Weather Forecast for Venango County

February 26, 2021 | 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: Pyromaniacs

February 26, 2021 | A.F. Branco

An editorial cartoon by A.F. Branco: Pyromaniacs.

Claytoonz: Cheese Heads

February 26, 2021 | Clay Jones

An editorial cartoon by Clay Jones: Cheese Heads.

Venango County Reports Ten New COVID-19 Cases

February 25, 2021 | Aly Delp

HARRISBURG, Pa. (EYT) — The Pennsylvania Department of Health confirmed that Venango County reported ten new COVID-19 cases as of 12:00 a.m. on February 25.

K. William “Bill” Bailey

February 25, 2021 | Aly Delp

K. William “Bill” Bailey, 81, of Cranberry, died Friday, February 19, 2021 at Bayside Health Center in Brooksville, Florida.

Clifford E. “Tip” Graham

February 25, 2021 | Aly Delp

Clifford E. “Tip” Graham, 90, of Franklin, passed away on Tuesday, February 23, 2021 at The Caring Place in Franklin.

Mary E. Trimble

February 25, 2021 | Aly Delp

Mary E. Trimble, 78, of Rock Hill, SC (and formerly of the Franklin area), passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 17, 2021 in the White Oaks Manor Nursing Home in York, SC.

Richard Barger

February 25, 2021 | Aly Delp

Richard Barger, 80, of Tylersburg, died Monday afternoon, February 22, 2021 at his home.

Jack Barton Staley

February 25, 2021 | Aly Delp

Jack Barton Staley, 92, of Clarion, passed away on Tuesday, February 23, 2021 at the UPMC Mercy Hospital in Pittsburgh.

Walter Wayne Maxwell

February 25, 2021 | Aly Delp

Walter Wayne Maxwell, 89, of Miola, passed away peacefully on February 24, 2021 at his residence.

Donald M. Heller

February 25, 2021 | Aly Delp

Featured Local Job: Full-Time and Part-Time Member Service Representatives/Tellers

February 25, 2021 | Tyler Ochs

Clarion Federal Credit Union, Pennsylvania’s leading credit union in member benefit, is searching for Full and Part-Time Member Service Representatives to help support member growth in Clarion, Jefferson (Brookville), and Venango Counties (Cranberry). They are seeking multiple detail oriented people, preferably with cash handling skills. Clarion Federal Credit Union is looking for the most qualified individuals but will train the

Barbie and Margie Lend Helping Hands

February 25, 2021 | Adam McCully

When Margie Hart was little she wanted to make clothes for her Barbies. Some fifty years later she is still making tiny outfits for the dolls, but this time for a cause.

Counties Will Again Be Unable to Process Mail Ballots Early During Pa.’s Primary Election

February 25, 2021 | Spotlight PA

HARRISBURG, Pa. — Local officials in Pennsylvania are facing another election without extra time to process mail ballots, likely leading to delayed results and putting increased pressure on counties reeling from the most expensive contest ever.

SPONSORED: Wanango Country Club Announces Features for Thursday Through Saturday & Upcoming Musical Entertainment

February 25, 2021 | Tyler Ochs

RENO, Pa. (EYT) – Wanango Country Club is offering these amazing specials this Thursday through Saturday.

Oil City Man Who Threatened Neighbor With Baseball Bat Sentenced to Probation

February 25, 2021 | Aly Delp

VENANGO CO., Pa. (EYT) — An Oil City man who threatened his neighbor with a baseball bat following a verbal altercation was sentenced on Monday to probation.

Charges Filed Following Violent Altercation on Barkeyville Road

February 25, 2021 | Aly Delp

PINE TWP., Pa. (EYT) — Two men are currently facing charges in relation to a violent incident that recently occurred at a location on Barkeyville Road.

Probation Check in Oil City Leads to Felony Drug Charges for Pittsburgh Man

February 25, 2021 | Aly Delp

Franklin Man Accused of Witness Intimidation Held for Court

February 25, 2021 | Aly Delp

SUGARCREEK BOROUGH, Pa. (EYT) — A Franklin man was held for court on Wednesday on charges for allegedly threatening an individual involved in another criminal case against him.

Man Accused of Wandering into Woman’s Apartment Held for Court

February 25, 2021 | Aly Delp

VENANGO CO., Pa. (EYT) — A man was held for court on Wednesday on felony trespass and related charges from an incident where he allegedly wandered into a woman’s apartment in Oil City.

Department of Health Warns Pennsylvanians of Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Small Pet Turtles

February 25, 2021 | Adam McCully

HARRISBURG, Pa. – The Pennsylvania Department of Health (DOH) advised Pennsylvanians of an outbreak of Salmonella linked to small pet turtles purchased from roadside or street vendors.

State Police Calls: Police Investigating Incidents of Harassment

February 25, 2021 | Aly Delp

VENANGO/FOREST CO., Pa. (EYT) – Area state police responded to the following calls:

New Game Wardens Added to the Ranks

February 25, 2021 | Adam McCully

HARRISBURG, Pa. – Twenty-seven new game wardens have been assigned to districts in Pennsylvania.

Venango County Photo of the Day

February 25, 2021 | Lexis Twentier

Sunrise in Pleasantville. Submitted by Katie Ames.

Say What?!: New Jersey Man’s Doorbell Camera Records Visit from Albino Deer

February 25, 2021 | Lexis Twentier

NEW JERSEY — A New Jersey man’s doorbell camera captured footage of an unusual late-night visitor to his yard: an albino deer.

Venango County Recipe of the Day: Hacienda Hot Dogs

February 25, 2021 | Joanne Bauer

Try these inexpensive & great-tasting hot dogs with a side of fries!

7-Day Weather Forecast for Venango County

February 25, 2021 | 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: Daddy Knows Best

February 25, 2021 | A.F. Branco

An editorial cartoon by A.F. Branco: Daddy Knows Best.

Claytoonz: Conspiracy Tiger

February 25, 2021 | Clay Jones

An editorial cartoon by Clay Jones: Conspiracy Tiger.

Venango County Reports Nine New COVID-19 Cases, One Additional Death

February 24, 2021 | Aly Delp

HARRISBURG, Pa. (EYT) — The Pennsylvania Department of Health confirmed that Venango County reported nine new COVID-19 cases and one additional death as of 12:00 a.m. on February 24.

Oiler Boys Topple C-L

February 24, 2021 | Gavin Fish

OIL CITY, Pa. — The Oilers were behind 11-10 after the first quarter but took charge during the remainder of the contest to coast to a 61-39 victory over C-L. (Archived Photo from 2019-20 Season by: Kelly Malek)

Paula J. Vitka

February 24, 2021 | Aly Delp

Paula J. Vitka, 39, of Oil City, PA, died February 19, 2021 at her home.

Ruth Ann Keeley

February 24, 2021 | Aly Delp

Ruth Ann Keeley, 94, a resident of Prospect Avenue, Franklin; died peacefully on Monday, February 22, 2021 in her home, surrounded by her loving family, following a period of declining health.

Troy N. Stahlman II

February 24, 2021 | Aly Delp

Troy N. Stahlman II, 32, of Seneca, PA, died Monday February 22, 2021 at his home.

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