Hikes reveal interesting PA history
I was aware of Gifford Pinchot when embarking on a yearlong journey of hiking through history, Pennsylvania-style. His wife, Cornelia, was a mystery. Gifford was…
August 2018
Area senior centers set schedules
Cranberry Place The Cranberry Place Older Adult Center is open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays. Lunch is served daily at 11:30 a.m. for a suggested donation…
Pet of the day 8/15/18
Cheese is a male orange kitten. He is a purring machine. Cheese is current on vaccines and neutered. He can be found at Tri-County Animal…
Grilled tuna steaks with lime-ginger vinaigrette
Servings: 4 Start to finish: 1 hour 25 minutes (25 minutes active) Vinaigrette: 2 tablespoons lime juice 1 1/2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger 1 teaspoon…
Clarion man sentenced in assault of girlfriend
From staff reports A Clarion man who pleaded guilty in June to the aggravated assault of his girlfriend last year was sentenced earlier this month…
Oil City seeks $50,000 in facade grant funding
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer A bid to continue a state and city partnership that has resulted in nearly $288,000 in downtown Oil City…
General Authority OKs spending for fluoride disposal
By MARISSA DECHANT Staff writer Franklin General Authority members approved $10,125 for fluoride disposal services at their Tuesday meeting. The vote followed an incident in…
Parkland students start school year with tightened security
PARKLAND, Fla. (AP) — Students at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School Wednesday returned to a more secure campus as they began their first new school…
Polanco, Sano fuel Twins in 5-2 win over Pirates
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Miguel Sano has embodied this season of disappointment for the Minnesota Twins, with his approach, health and performance all needing a reset….
Vigil held at Detroit church for Aretha Franklin
DETROIT (AP) — People are praying for Aretha Franklin in the Detroit church where her father was once a pastor. The special vigil at New…
Recent Deaths 8/15/18
Raymond C. George, 75, of Rocky Grove, died Aug. 12, 2018. Paul J. Ion, Jr., 84, of Clarion, died Aug. 14, 2018. Donald H. Webb,…
Emlenton Borough accident
Oil City DUI
Pet of the day 8/14/18
Name: Tristan Breed: Domestic Longhair mix Age: 8 years Gender: Male Size: Large Color: Black Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Tristan can be found at Venango…
Salmon, avocado, grapefruit and watercress salad
Servings: 4 Start to finish: 45 minutes 2 (8-ounce) skin-on salmon fillets 3 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil Salt and pepper 2 grapefruits…
OC sets orientation, open house sessions
Oil City Area School District will hold orientation and open house sessions for new students to the middle and high schools on Thursday, Aug. 23….
US defense secretary pitches closer US-Brazil ties
RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — U.S. Defense Secretary Jim Mattis is making a pitch to Brazil for building a closer defense partnership with the United…
Boswell, Steelers working on long-term deal
PITTSBURGH (TNS) – He accounted for more points – combined – than Le’Veon Bell and Antonio Brown last season. He won’t get an eight-figure salary,…
To fend off Netflix, movie theaters try 3-screen immersion
LONDON (AP) — Sit at the back of the movie theater, and it’s possible to see the appeal of ScreenX, the latest attempt to drag…
Recent Deaths 8/14/18
William H. Cook Jr., 96, of Eau Claire, a highly decorated World War II veteran, passed away Sunday morning Aug. 12, 2018. Patricia A. Gurnee,…
DUI crash
Limestone Twp. accident
4-H Fair Fun
By HANNAH NIEDERRITER Student contributor Every year in the August heat, residents of Franklin and the surrounding communities gather to experience the pleasure of the…
Apply Now for 2019 VFW/SVA Legislative Fellowship
The application process for the 2019 class of VFW-SVA legislative fellows is now open. Ten VFW members who attend schools with an approved Student Veterans…
Pet of the day 8/13/18
Taps is an 8 week old, female Rottweiler/Mastiff puppy surrendered to the rescue with her 4 siblings. For more information contact Tri-County Animal Rescue Center.
Cherry cobbler
Servings: 6-8 Start to finish: 45 minutes Filling: 6 cups jarred sour cherries in light syrup, drained with 2 cups syrup reserved 1/2 cup (3…
PennDOT maintenance projects
From staff reports Here is a rundown of PennDOT maintenance projects this week: Venango County Shoulder cutting and ditching – Route 428 in Oil City,…
Toxins turning up in dozens of public water systems
HORSHAM, Pa. (AP) — Lauren Woeher wonders if her 16-month-old daughter has been harmed by tap water contaminated with toxic industrial compounds used in products…
Rodriguez sparkles again, Giants beat Pirates 4-3
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — A year ago, Dereck Rodriguez was down in Double-A ball, a converted outfielder hoping to take a new path as a…
His name is Idris Elba, but will he be first black Bond?
LONDON (AP) — British actor Idris Elba is stoking speculation he may take over the role of James Bond when Daniel Craig steps aside, offering…
Recent Deaths 8/13/18
Pearl M. (Callender) Best, 95, of Chicora, formerly of St. Petersburg, died Aug. 10, 2018. Richard Hedegore, 85, of Franklin, formerly of Oil City, died…
Review: ‘Spy who dumped me’ a frenzied action-comedy
By JUSTIN CHANG Los Angeles Times (TNS) The ungainly Hollywood hybrid commonly referred to as the “action-comedy” has often struck me as one of the…
Plans for recycling center move forward
By JIM MEYER Staff Writer A recycling center for Venango County may be on the horizon as the county has launched a feasibility study funded…
Titusville officer ready for annual wrestling gig
By JIM MEYER Staff writer Aaron Madden is a Titusville police officer and family man who enjoys a quiet life at his Centerville home. But…
NASA spacecraft rockets toward sun for closest look yet
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — A NASA spacecraft zoomed toward the sun Sunday on an unprecedented quest to get closer to our star than anything…
Bishop: Some priests named in report remain in ministry
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The bishop of Pittsburgh’s Roman Catholic diocese said a few priests named in a soon-to-be-released grand jury report on clergy sex abuse…
Williams helps Pirates blank Giants 4-0
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — The Pittsburgh Pirates lead the major leagues with 13 shutouts. Trevor Williams was the starting pitcher in seven of them. Manager…
Fleeing police
Unresponsive driver
Review: ‘Christopher Robin,’ sweet but slow tale
By SANDIE ANGULO CHEN Common Sense Media (TNS) Parents need to know that “Christopher Robin” stars Ewan McGregor as an overworked, grown-up version of the…
Franklin police will join OC with autism stickers on patrol cars
From staff reports The local Autism Stands group has reached another milestone as the Franklin Police Department will be joining Oil City police in sporting…
Bridge replacement to start in Richland Twp.
From staff reports A project to replace the 96-year old bridge that carries Route 38 over Richey Run in Richland Township will start next week….
Last-minute technical problem delays NASA’s flight to sun
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — A last-minute technical problem Saturday delayed NASA’s unprecedented flight to the sun. The early morning launch countdown was halted with…
Posey, McCutchen lead Giants past Pirates 13-10
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — The San Francisco Giants finally got their offense going, and they needed it to survive another shaky performance from their bullpen….
Alyssa Milano, Debby Ryan talk ‘Insatiable’ and fat shaming
NEW YORK (AP) — After the trailer was released for the new Netflix series “Insatiable,” some on social media voiced concern: Was the dark comedy…
Recent Deaths 8/11/18
M. Jean Brown, 92, of Oil City, died Aug. 10, 2018. Donald E. Rudge, 63, of Oil City, died Aug. 10, 2018. Pearl M. (Callender)…
The Sights to See are Plenty
A man cools off under a vapor spray shower (above) in the center of Lille, northern France, Tuesday, Aug. 7, 2018. Temperatures in Lille are…
Sugarcreek Borough accident
Help ‘Stuff the Bus’ with school supplies for local students
From staff reports Members of the THS Student United Way/Rotary Interact, along with the United Way of the Titusville Region, are asking the community to…
Pet of the day 8/10/18
Name: Ermie Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 1 year Gender: Male Size: Medium Declawed: No House-trained: No Ermie can be found at Venango County Humane…