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Oil Region Alliance Produces Oil Region Guide for 2023-2024


The latest Oil Region Guide, the premier tourism publication of the Oil Region, which is produced by the Oil Region Alliance (ORA), is now available. The magazine highlights the Oil Region National Heritage Area (ORNHA)’s history, outdoor recreational offerings, arts and culture, hospitality amenities, and more through articles and advertisements. “The release of a new Read More…

Fontanazza Celebrates 30 Years in Education


Mario Fontanazza Jr began teaching technology education at the Oil City Middle School in 1993. In 2002, Mario received his Master’s degree in Educational Leadership from Edinboro University. He began his career as a school administrator in 2003 as the Assistant Principal at Oil City High School. In 2007, Mario became the principal of the Read More…

EDUCATION UPDATE


Local VTC Students Compete at SkillsUSA SkillsUSA is a partnership of students, teachers and industry working together to ensure America has a skilled workforce. A nonprofit national education association, SkillsUSA works with students preparing for careers in trade, technical and skilled service occupations. Our local Venango Technology Center (VTC) has been equipping students for many Read More…

VenangoREADY Testimonial – Franklin Industries


Attribute Focus: Teamwork SAFETY is the number one priority at Franklin Industries. To ensure safety, the ability of our employees to work together cohesively and seamlessly as a team is vital. We all need one another, and we need to be able to rely on one another. Here at Franklin Industries, we respect and encourage Read More…

VenangoREADY Testimonial – Central Electric Cooperative


Attribute Focus: Teamwork At Central Electric Cooperative we have an extensive range of careers. From linemen to engineers and communicators – we have a variety of roles and responsibilities. We all, however, have a common goal of helping our members. All of our employees hear feedback from members in various ways. When beginning a new Read More…