For the last 150 years, Oil City has fostered a strong sense of community, innovation, and an aptitude for neighborhood development in the heart of the rolling Allegheny foothills. Whether your family has been in Oil City for generations, or you're looking for an idyllic new city to root in, Oil City has what you're looking for. Learn more about the arts, events, and industries that make us love Oil City.
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Beginning this evening, the public works crew will be performing snow removal services in the northside downtown area, starting with Seneca Street. Please take note of and refrain from parking in spaces where the meters have been bagged to allow crews proper access to the sidewalks.
Read moreThe Wednesday, February 4, 2026, meeting of the Oil City Redevelopment Authority has been cancelled. The next meeting will be held on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at 4:00 pm in Council Chambers on the second floor of City Hall.
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For those who need or know someone who requires assistance, we have all the resources you'll need as an Oil City resident all in one convenient location. Find support in the community today.
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