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State Police Calls: Local Man Accused of Harassing Neighbors With Loud Music, Stomping
VENANGO COUNTY, Pa. (EYT) — Franklin-based State Police responded to the following incidents:. PSP Franklin conducted a traffic stop on a 2008 Chevrolet in the 800 block of E 2nd Street in Oil City, Venango County, around 9:22 p.m. on Saturday, July 6. Police say the driver and the...
Police Investigating After Roughly $16,800 Stolen From Local Woman’s Bank Account
SANDYCREEK TWP., Pa. (EYT) — State Police in Franklin have launched an investigation after a local woman lost thousands of dollars in an incident of theft by deception. According to a recent news release by PSP Franklin, a report of theft by deception was made around 9:55 a.m. on June 22 near Belmar Road, in Sandycreek Township, Venango County.
Local Teen Loses Control of Pickup, Crashes Into Several Trees in Pleasantville Borough
PLEASANTVILLE BOROUGH, Pa. (EYT) — Police say no injuries were reported after a local teen’s pickup crashed into several trees in Pleasantville Borough. According to a recent report released by PSP Franklin, the crash happened on Neiltown Road (State Route 227) in Pleasantville Borough, Venango County, around 7:02 p.m. on Thursday, July 11.
Coroner: Father, two children dead after Pennsylvania Turnpike crash
PENN TOWNSHIP, Pa. — Three people are dead after their car was involved in a crash with a tractor-trailer on the Pennsylvania Turnpike, state police said. The occupants of the car were confirmed to be a father and his two children, according to the Lancaster County Coroner's Office. The...
Recreational Marijuana Will Soon Be Available in Ohio — What Will That Mean for Pittsburgh Consumers?
Many Pennsylvanians buy gas across the Ohio line, where it’s cheaper. Many bought fireworks there until 2017, when they became legal in Pennsylvania. Soon, many may go there for pot. Ohio voters approved adult-use recreational pot last November, with dispensaries to be licensed by Sept. 7. So merchants in...
Ohio State to host Pitt, welcome Doug Gottlieb to Value City Arena in 2024-25
Ohio State men's basketball will host the University of Pittsburgh as its marquee home opponent in 2024-25. The Panthers are part of a seven-game slate of games at Value City Arena in coach Jake Diebler’s first year leading the program. The Buckeyes have three other previously announced games against high-major opponents on the...
Whistleblower allegedly claims officers diverted from security plan at Trump Butler rally due to heat
BUTLER, Pa. — A whistleblower is allegedly making claims about security failures in the hours leading up tothe attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump. Sen. Josh Hawley from Missouri sent a letter to the Department of Homeland Secretary explaining the whistleblower’s claims. The whistleblower allegedly claimed there was supposed to be at least one security officer posted on the roof where Thomas Matthew Crooks fired rounds at the former president, and the security officer assigned to the roof abandoned their post because of the heat.
Local hospitals mostly unaffected by CrowdStrike fiasco
At least one local institution was affected by what has already been called the greatest IT outage in history, which occurred this weekend when the CrowdStrike cybersecurity software distributed a faulty software update which caused Windows computers to crash. The UPMC health network issued a statement saying while they use...
30th Freeport International Baseball Invitational kicks off
Last year, the Backyard Bucs youth travel team helped usher in the week of games at the Freeport International Baseball Invitational at James E. Swartz Memorial Field in Freeport Borough with a Monday evening game against the France Hawks. The Bucs, a 12U squad with players from Oakmont, Lower Burrell,...
Support grows for family of Slippery Rock Twp. crash victims
Support is rapidly growing for one Portersville family affected by Saturday's fatal car crash in Slippery Rock Township. The family of a young girl who is the sole survivor of the car crash tells 21 News she is expected to spend the next several months in the hospital. The incident...
Woman pleads guilty but mentally ill in 2022 Hill District stabbing death
A Hill District woman on Monday pleaded guilty but mentally ill to stabbing a man to death two years ago outside her home. Angela Stewart, 36, entered the plea to third-degree murder and will be sentenced in Allegheny County Common Pleas Court on Oct. 7. According to Deputy District Attorney...
Bike ‘N Brew Fest attracts nice crowd on great day
The annual Bike ‘N Brew Fest, held on Saturday as part of Oil City’s Oil Heritage Festival, boasted great weather and featured both biking and beer tasting activities. Coordinated by the Venango Area Chamber of Commerce, the event raises funds for the Future Leaders and Entrepreneurs Exchange (FLEX). Participants received a map of eight local points of interest to visit by bike, while others could collect a cooler bag with 17 craft beers or opt for VIP on-site tasting. Attendees were encouraged to share photos using the hashtag #ohbikenbrew2024. The event saw positive turnout and support from local breweries and sponsors, with notable participants like Jim and Rachel Abbott, owners of 4 Season Cycle bike shop, who attended for the third year. Kat Thompson from the chamber expressed gratitude for the community’s continued support.
Annual Heritage Festival fishing derby is Saturday
The annual Oil Heritage Festival children’s fishing derby, sponsored by the Oil City chapter of the Izaak Walton League of America, will take place on Saturday at Waltonian Park off Deep Hollow Road. Registration opens at 8 a.m., and fishing runs from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Due to traffic issues from the Veterans Bridge closure, parents are advised to plan for timely arrival. The derby features three age divisions with prizes, including a grand prize of an outdoor adventure package. Age groups are 5-6, 7-9, and 10-12, with possible adjustments for balance. Children must be accompanied by a guardian to sign registration forms and should bring their own fishing poles, though bait will be provided. Parents can help with baiting and clearing lines, and may assist younger children with casting.
Victor Muthama Is Turning His Experiences Into Art: How Men In His Family Navigate White Supremacy
Victor Muthama, a Kenyan immigrant raised in Pittsburgh, tells an epic story about three generations of African identity—and his embrace of hip-hop and Black American culture. The post Victor Muthama Is Turning His Experiences Into Art: How Men In His Family Navigate White Supremacy appeared first on NewsOne.
DoD Requiring New ID for Retired Military
JULY 22, 2024 – Beginning in 2026, the legacy Uniformed Services Identification (USID) card will no longer be accepted for access to benefits, privileges, or DoD bases. According to the DoD Common Access Card website, USID cards are issued to retired military and Reserve members, dependent family members of uniformed Service members, and other eligible individuals in accordance with DoD policy. On July 31, 2020, the DoD started issuing the Next Generation USID cards at select DoD ID card facilities with a phased implementation for all facilities which was completed in December that year.
Oil City Couple Facing Felony Drug Charges After 84 Packets of Xylazine and Fentanyl Found in Vehicle
OIL CITY, Pa. (EYT) — An Oil City couple are facing felony drug charges after police discovered 84 packets of Xylazine and Fentanyl in their vehicle. Court documents indicate that Oil City Police filed criminal charges against 43-year-old Christopher Joseph Mozurak, and 39-year-old Emma Lou Pepper, both of Oil City, on July 18, 2024, in Magisterial District Judge Andrew Fish’s office.
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