Autumn Leaf Festival pageant contestants named
From staff reports CLARION – Several local youths have been named as contestants in scholarship pageants to be held during Clarion’s annual Autumn Leaf Festival….
September 2016
Diverse America divided on flag, anthem, other symbols
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — The oldest Latino civil rights group in the United States opens every meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance, a tradition resulting…
Bucs explode in Philly
PHILADELPHIA (AP) – Andrew McCutchen hit two solo homers, Chad Kuhl pitched six effective innings and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Philadelphia Phillies 15-2 Thursday…
Cavill’s manager: New Superman movie in works
The Associated Press The manager for “Man of Steel” star Henry Cavill says a new standalone sequel to the Superman film is in the works….
Recent Deaths 9/16/16
Bonnie D. Reynolds, 65, of Rimersburg, died Sept. 14, 2016. Rosemary “Rosie” M. Moss, Ph.D., 76, died Sept. 14, 2016. Sheryl B. “Fergie” Ferguson, 84, of…
Coupon tips for deal-seekers
Coupons can help people, and parents in particular, save substantial amounts of money. While television shows have documented the efforts of people who take coupon…
Pet of the day 9/15/16
Name: Double Stuff Breed: German Shepherd Mix Age: 4 years Sex: Male Size: Medium Color: Black/ Brown Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Double Stuff can be…
Franklin Identity theft
Findley Twp. burglary
OC man held for court on simple assault charge
SAXON DAUGHERTY Staff Writer An Oil City man accused of assaulting a woman at a home on Spruce Street last week was held for court…
Oil Creek State Park holds monarch program
From staff reports Forty people including children, parents and butterfly enthusiasts attended a program on monarch butterflies Sunday at Oil Creek State Park. Young attendees…
Obama will create first marine national monument in Atlantic
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama will establish on Thursday the first national marine monument in the Atlantic, a move that’s designed to permanently protect…
Pirates’ playoff hopes all but over
PHILADELPHIA (AP) – Freddy Galvis continued his home run surge, hitting his 19th of the season to lead the Philadelphia Phillies to a 6-2 win…
South Park mocks anthem controversy in premiere
LOS ANGELES (AP) — South Park has taken on the controversy over San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick’s national anthem protest. Wednesday night’s premiere episode…
Recent Deaths 9/15/16
Lucille I. George, 88, of Rimersburg, died Sept. 14, 2016. Martha J. Page, 87, of Foxburg, died Sept. 13, 2016. Shirley Morrow, 89, of Franklin, died Sept….
Greek Life stereotypes are profoundly wrong
Rush week. Bid day. Big and Little. These were terms at the beginning of the summer that I had little to no familiarity with. Sigma…
Pet of the day 9/14/16
Name: Aphrodite Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 3 months Sex: Female Size: Small Color: Black/ Tan Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Aphrodite can be found at…
Pine Twp. attempted robbery
Findley Twp. accident
OC man charged with assault
By SAXON DAUGHERTY Staff writer An Oil City man is facing charges following a domestic incident Monday night at a home on Plummer Street. A…
Registration open for ColorUsUnited race
From staff reports Officials at the United Way of Venango County are gearing up for the second annual ColorUsUnited 5K run/walk Sunday at Two Mile…
Police: Clowns trying to talk to kids reported in Georgia
LAGRANGE, Ga. (AP) — Police in west Georgia say they’ve received several calls about clowns trying to talk to children and are investigating an online…
Pirates snap out of rut
PHILADELPHIA (AP) – Sean Rodriguez had a pinch-hit three-run homer in the ninth inning, lifting the Pittsburgh Pirates over the Philadelphia Phillies 5-3 on Tuesday…
Lil Wayne: There’s ‘no such thing as racism’
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Lil Wayne says the racial makeup of the crowd at one of his shows was “clearly a message that there was…
Recent Deaths 9/14/16
Shevy Lynn McGiffin, 13, of Clarion, died Sept. 9, 2016. Janet M. Chambers, 77, of Emlenton, died Sept. 13, 2016. Michael “Mike” Todd Brunson, of Capon Bridge, West…
OC firefighters to hit the streets for Coats for Kids
From staff reports Members of Oil City Firefighters Local 700 will collect donations along city streets Thursday for the annual Coats For Kids drive to…
The morning dew
Now that the mornings are cooler, area plants and posies sport countless tiny dewdrops. The small droplets of moisture sparkle like diamonds in the morning…
Pet of the day 9/13/16
Name: Bitzy Breed: Beagle Mix Age: 4 years Sex: Female Size: Small Color: White/ Tan Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Bitzy can be found at Venango…
DukeFest is a doggone good event
DukeFest organizers reported that attendees gave $7,600 on Saturday, Sept. 10. Organizers said that amount, added to donations and fundraisers throughout the year, brings the…
Mineral Twp. burglary
Allegheny Twp. theft
Police accuse OC man of assault
By SAXON DAUGHERTY Staff writer An Oil City man has been charged with aggravated assault in connection with an incident Saturday evening in the 700…
Dukefest brings in $10K for rescues
Miss Pinky Sprinkles, the pig, and her canine groom, Mr. Stash Bandit, participated in a “muttrimony” ceremony Saturday afternoon during DukeFest in Franklin. DukeFest organizers…
US flies bombers over SKorea in show of force against North
OSAN AIR BASE, South Korea (AP) — The United States on Tuesday sent two nuclear-capable supersonic bombers streaking over ally South Korea in a show…
Steelers claim opener
LANDOVER, Md. (AP) – Ben Roethlisberger recovered his own fumble at a pivotal moment and didn’t look back, throwing three touchdown passes to lead the…
Lochte feels ‘hurt’ after ‘Dancing with the Stars’ incident
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Ryan Lochte says he feels “a little hurt” after two men were arrested for allegedly rushing the stage following his performance…
Recent Deaths 9/13/16
Tracy Marie Lauer, 42, of Shippenville, died Sept. 11, 2016. William Orner Jr., 70, of Oil City, died Sept. 11, 2016. Nancy J. Colgrove, 78,…
Venango County youths attend camp
From staff reports On July 31, several buses were loaded up with 129 Venango County youths as they said goodbye to their families for a…
Pet of the day 9/12/16
Name: Apollo Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 3 months Sex: Male Size: Small Color: Black/ Beige Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Apollo can be found at…
POW/MIA ceremony will be held in Erie
* Erie VA to Hold POW/MIA Ceremony: The Erie VAMC will hold their annual POW/MIA Remembrance Ceremony to honor our nation’s most revered heroes, those…
Kingsley Twp. criminal mischief
Go online to submit recipes for cookbook contest
From staff reports The Derrick is gearing up for its annual Creative Cookbook contest, and has made it easy for readers to send in their favorite…
WHY IT MATTERS: Child Care and Pay Equity
WASHINGTON (AP) — THE ISSUE: In much of the U.S., families spend more on child care for two kids than on housing. And if you’re…
Pirates’ playoff hopes continue to dwindle
PITTSBURGH (AP) – The Pittsburgh Pirates are running out of time. It may already be too late. Ryan Vogelsong pitched four shaky innings in Pittsburgh’s…
Adult audiences drive ‘Sully’s’ big $35.5 million landing
LOS ANGELES (AP) – Adult audiences turned out in droves to take the plunge with “Sully,” director Clint Eastwood’s dramatization of the Miracle on the…
Recent Deaths 9/12/16
Paul E. “Red” Russell, 88, of Utica, died Sept. 9, 2016. Joan M. Marsteller, 85, of Franklin, died Sept. 8, 2016. Pauline L. Jamison, 88, formerly of…
Vendors sought for flea markets
The Rocky Grove Volunteer Fire Department is looking for vendors for various flea markets it has scheduled. Flea markets are scheduled from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday,…
Fey, Poehler share creative arts Emmy gold as ‘SNL’ hosts
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Tina Fey and Amy Poehler are sharing Emmy gold as “Saturday Night Live” hosts. They were honored jointly in the best…
Experts wary of potent opioids
By SALLY BELL Staff writer Carfentanil, a large animal tranquilizer that is being linked with heroin overdose deaths, has not hit local streets – yet,…