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Lottery Player Hits $112K Jackpot in Venango County

A Pennsylvania Lottery Fast Play ticket worth $112,887 was sold in Venango County, according to the Pennsylvania Lottery. The Pennsylvania Lottery said the winning ticket carried the progressive top prize in the $5 Win It All game and was sold Wednesday, Nov. 11, at Spanky's Tobacco World Inc., 1219 Liberty St., Franklin. The retailer will receive a $500 bonus for selling the ticket.

Venango County, PA · 1d

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Venango County Sheriff Sues Commissioners Over Forced Warden Job, $2,000 Raise

Venango County Sheriff Eric Foy has sued the county’s board of commissioners, arguing they had no legal authority to dissolve the county prison board and then saddle him with the warden’s job on top of his elected duties. Foy is not asking for money — he wants a judge to simply declare the commissioners’ move illegal.

Venango County, PA · 2d
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This Once-Massive American Restaurant Chain Has Just One Location Left In Pennsylvania, And It Still Serves The Classics?

Free chocolate milk refills are still a thing at one Old West-themed steakhouse. That detail alone made me grin. The chain behind it once had more than 700 restaurants across America. Now only about a dozen remain nationwide. Just one still stands in Pennsylvania, and people drive hours to reach...

Pennsylvania · 4d
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PSP provides update on skill games seizure

Nearly a month after skill games were banned, pending future legislation, Pennsylvania State Police are reporting a 99% compliance rate for their removal from establishments across the Commonwealth. According to PSP, since October 14, more than 12,200 establishments were visited, looking for skill games. In total, 12,134 locations no longer had the games. 14 machines […]

Meadville, PA · 2d

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This Pennsylvania Vintage Shop Has Clothes Dating Back to the 1800s

A vintage clothing shop in Grove City, Pennsylvania, carries pieces dating as far back as the 1800s. Three Rivers Vintage has everything from Edwardian-era clothing and mid-century outfits to bold styles from the 1970s and 1980s. The store originally operated in Pittsburgh before moving to South Broad Street. Owner Scott...

Grove City, PA · 5d

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Twenty Years After Graduation, Navy Veteran Returns Home to Honor Franklin Veterans

FRANKLIN, Pa. (EYT) — Twenty years after graduating from Franklin Area High School and enlisting in the U.S. Navy, John H. Mullen returned to his alma mater on Wednesday, Nov. 11, to headline the school’s Veterans Day program alongside 36 veteran family members. For Mullen, the morning marked...

Franklin, PA · 1d

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141-acre family-owned farm up for auction in Northeast Ohio

A massive farm in Northeast Ohio that has been owned by the same family for nearly a century will head to auction next week.

Burghill, OH · 3d

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UPMC committed to serving Shenango Valley after Sharon Regional closure

UPMC says it's committed to providing care across Mercer and Lawrence counties and plans to keep investing in local services, following the closure of Sharon Regional Medical Center.

Mercer County, PA · 1d

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Pennsylvania playoff rematch headlines Friday’s Game of the Week

Grove City meets Sharon for the opportunity to play for the District championship next week.

Grove City, PA · 3d

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This Pennsylvania Outlet Mall Turns Holiday Shopping Into A Treasure Hunt

An official Pittsburgh Steelers team store sits inside an outlet center with wooden bridges and its own little wetland. That combo alone made me stop scrolling. Black and gold gear, bargain racks, and cattails all share one address. The deals run deep here, with everyday savings of 25 to 65...

Grove City, PA · 2d

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Pennsylvania Family Took Over a Historic Drive-In Theater Just as Its Previous Owners Prepared to Retire

Few things feel more nostalgic than watching a movie through your windshield while the soundtrack plays on your car radio. At one Pennsylvania drive-in, that experience nearly faced an uncertain future when its longtime operators decided it was time to retire. Then another family stepped in. Rather than letting a...

Transfer, PA · 1d

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Local standout commits to Division I college program

Last season she averaged 21.7 points, 8.3 rebounds, 4.9 assists, and 5.7 steals per game for the Golden Eagles.

Hermitage, PA · 3d

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Farrell bar closing after 80 years in business

A neighborhood bar and restaurant that's been part of the Farrell community for 80 years will permanently close its doors Friday.

Farrell, PA · 12h

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Thrift Room: A Vintage Haven in Sharon, Pennsylvania

In the heart of Sharon, Pennsylvania, a small vintage shop is making a big impression. Thrift Room, located at 155 E State St, is more than just a store; it's a nostalgic journey curated by Demetria Holden. Visitors stepping inside are greeted not only by racks of meticulously selected clothing but also by the warmth and passion of Demetria and her staff, who have turned this boutique into a local haven for vintage enthusiasts.

Sharon, PA · 15h

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Keys to the game, predictions for Westinghouse-Karns City and Hopewell-North Catholic football playoff games

Just two Butler County football teams are left in the second week of the playoffs: Karns City and North Catholic. The Gremlins are trying to advance to the PIAA Class 2A tournament with a subregional win over undefeated Westinghouse, while the Trojans head into a 6-vs.-3 matchup against Hopewell eyeing a berth in the WPIAL Class 3A semifinals next week.

Karns City, PA · 1d

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Natural gas users in Mercer County expecting bigger bills

HARRISBURG - Bigger bills will be on the way for more than 214,000 homes and businesses that heat with natural gas in Mercer County and other parts of northwestern Pennsylvania. The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission has authorized National Fuel Gas Distribution Corporation to implement new delivery rates. The $10.4 million...

Mercer County, PA · 3d

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Franklin Area Jr./Sr. High School Announces Honor Roll Students

FRANKLIN, Pa. (EYT) — Principals Kris Miller Jr. and Thomas Holoman released the honor roll lists for Franklin Area Jr./Sr. High School, recognizing students in grades six through 12 for their grades during the first nine-week grading period. Students must earn at least 93 percent in all classes during...

Franklin, PA · 1d

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The Arc to Host Inclusive Holiday Variety Show in Clarion

CLARION, Pa. (EYT) — The Arc of Clarion and Venango Counties will host a Holiday Variety Show at Hope Rising Church in Clarion on November 19 and November 20, bringing community members of all abilities together on stage, according to organizers. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. both evenings,...

Clarion, PA · 2d

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Mercer County titans collide in District Semifinal showdown

Greenville and Sharpsville will meet on Saturday with the opportunity to move onto the District championship.

Sharpsville, PA · 3d

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Effort To Save Slippery Rock Barn Hits Roadblock

An effort to save a Slippery Rock landmark may be dropped after a failure to reach an agreement with the school board. At a meeting earlier this week, a committee that was formed to try and save the white barn outside of the high school could not reach an agreement on how to proceed with the Slippery Rock School Board.

Slippery Rock, PA · 1d