Venango County News
Pa. Dept. of Health: One New COVID-19 Case Reported in Each Venango, Forest Counties
HARRISBURG, Pa. – The Pennsylvania Department of Health today confirmed as of 12:00 a.m., September 21, that there were 234 new cases, in addition to 733 new cases reported on Sunday, September 20 for a two-day total of 967 additional positive cases of COVID-19, bringing the statewide total to 150,812.
Burkhardt Leads Franklin to 21-0 Win Over Titusville
Franklin blanked Titusville 21-0 Saturday at Carter Field in Titusville. The Knights were lead by Quarterback Aaron Burkhardt (pictured above) who threw for 156 yards and a score while racking up 106 yards on the ground while picking up a second TD. (Photo by Richard Sayer / Eight & 322.)
Featured Local Job: Carpenter Helpers
Eric Kerr Contracting, Inc. has immediate openings for carpenter helpers.
Voting Victories for Democrats in Pa. Might Have Closed the Door on More Election Reform
HARRISBURG, Pa. — With less than seven weeks to go, the Pennsylvania Supreme Court has significantly altered how the state’s election will run on Nov. 3, allowing ballots that arrive after Election Day to be counted and giving voters the option to use satellite drop boxes.
Franklin’s Adoptable Furry Friend of the Week: Moose
Franklin’s Adoptable Furry Friend this week is Moose – Sponsored by Franklin-Oil Region Credit Union.
Clarion Area Grad Selected As Writer for CBS’s The Drew Barrymore Show
NEW YORK, N.Y. (EYT) – Clarion Area graduate Chelsea White is one of four writers for CBS’s The Drew Barrymore Show that premiered last week. The 60-minute talk show is a first for movie-star Drew and is Chelsea’s first work on a major network show.
Crash in Sugarcreek Borough Leads to Felony Drug Charges
SUGARCREEK BOROUGH, Pa. (EYT) – Discoveries made by police following a crash that occurred in Sugarcreek Borough last month led to felony drug charges for an Erie man.
Tionesta Man Injured in Rollover Crash on I-80
JEFFERSON CO., Pa. (EYT) – Police say a Tionesta man was transported by STAT MedEvac and another man was transported by ambulance following a rollover crash on Interstate 80 near Corsica.
Oil City Man Faces Charges Following Altercation Over ATV on Camp Coffman Road
PINEGROVE TWP., Pa. (EYT) – A Venus man is facing charges following an altercation over operating an ATV on Camp Coffman Road.
Hearing for OC Man Charged in Motorcycle Crash That Left Woman Seriously Injured Set for Wednesday
VENANGO CO., Pa. (EYT) – A hearing is scheduled for Wednesday for an Oil City man who was reportedly driving under the influence at the time of a motorcycle crash that left him and his passenger both seriously injured.
Emlenton Couple Who Kept Woman Locked in Room, Abused Her to Be Sentenced Friday
VENANGO CO., Pa. (EYT) – An Emlenton couple who kept a woman locked in a bedroom and abused her are scheduled to be sentenced on Friday.
State Police Seeking Information on Vehicle Stolen in Pleasant Township
PLEASANT TWP., Pa. (EYT) – Police are seeking information on a vehicle that was stolen from a residence in Pleasant Township on Thursday.
State Police Calls: Theft, DUI’s
VENANGO/CLARION CO., Pa. (EYT) – Area state police responded to the following calls:
Venango County Recipe of the Day: Pumpkin Pancakes with Cinnamon-Apple Topping
Day 2 of Fall Breakfast Week spotlights a unique pumpkin pancake recipe!
All American Awards and Engraving Soldier Spotlight: David Bridge
David Bridge served our country in the United States Army.
Area Man Injured in Mineral Township Crash
MINERAL TWP., Pa. (EYT) – A Stoneboro man was injured in a two-vehicle crash that occurred on Jackson Center Polk Road on Friday evening.
SPONSORED: The Korner Restaurant Is Offering a Turkey Dinner on Sunday, Daily Specials, Seating Limited
RIMERSBURG, Pa. (EYT) – The Korner Restaurant is offering a Turkey Dinner as their special on Sunday, September 20. There are also daily specials throughout the week!
Police: Man Found Prowling in Perry Township, Carrying Hammer & Machete
CLARION CO., Pa. (EYT) – Police say a Parker man was found prowling in Perry Township carrying a hammer in one hand and a machete in the other.
Charges Filed Against Man for Theft of Power Tool in Hickory Township
HICKORY TWP., Pa. (EYT) – Charges have been filed against a man accused of selling a power tool he stole from another man’s garage.
Oil City Woman Charged With Using Victim’s Credit Cards Due in Court on Wednesday
VENANGO CO., Pa. (EYT) – An Oil City woman who allegedly spent over $1,600 on a victim’s credit cards is due in court on Wednesday.
The Medical Minute: Preventing Suicide During COVID-19
HERSHEY, Pa. — Social isolation. Financial worries. These are two unfortunate realities causing great anxiety for many people during the COVID-19 pandemic. They also may raise the risk of death by suicide.
Venango County Recipe of the Day: Apple-Honey Dutch Baby
This week’s recipes will be focused on fun breakfast meals for cozy, fall mornings! Day 1 features apples and honey in a scrumptious dough bowl!
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