July 2019
Oil City assault
Sexual offenses against a minor
Cherrytree Twp. harassment
Camping essentials to make every trip memorable for the right reasons
Like the old gray mare, my memory ain’t what she used to be. Oh, I packed the sleeping bags on our last camping trip. The…
Pet of the day 7/31/19
Name: Bullet Breed: Retriever, Lab/Terrier, American Staffordshire Age: 1 year Gender: Male Size: Medium Color: Red Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Bullet can be found at…
Mississippi Mud Cake
(Family Features) Delight the chocolate lovers in your family with this easy recipe for a Southern classic like Mississippi Mud Cake. Find more sweet recipes…
Heritage Festival art show winners announced
Here is a list of winners from the Oil Heritage Festival art show: Best in show Hannah Niederriter – Amidst the Artistry of Autumn People’s…
California festival killer’s motive still a mystery
GILROY, Calif. (AP) — The 19-year-old gunman who opened fire at a Northern California food festival was “kind of a loner” and much of his…
Washington to assume bigger role in second season with Steelers
LATROBE (AP) – James Washington needed a hard reset. His rookie year with the Pittsburgh Steelers didn’t go as planned. And he knew it. So…
Cardi B postpones Indianapolis concert due to threat
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Rapper Cardi B postponed an Indianapolis concert following what police described as an unverified threat to the Grammy-winning artist. A post on her…
Recent Deaths 7/31/19
Juan D. Gonzales, 69, of Oil City, passed away Monday, July 29, 2019. Charles R. Lineman, 88, of Cranberry, died Monday, July 29, 2019 For…
Rockland Twp. burglary
Rockland simple assault
Walmart theft
Pet of the day 7/30/19
Name: Caitlyn Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 1 year Gender: Female Size: Medium Color: Grey/Orange Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Caitlyn can be found at Venango…
Spiedini of Chicken and Zucchini with Almond Salsa Verde
Makes 6 servings Salsa: 1 cup chopped flat parsley 2 tablespoons chopped almonds, toasted 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives 3 tablespoons capers, chopped 1/2 teaspoon…
St. Stephen festival winners announced
Here is a rundown of winners from the St. Stephen Church festival held over the weekend as part of Oil Heritage Festival activities: – Big…
Old voting machines hauled away
Venango County’s 171 old voting machines were hauled away from the courthouse Monday. In mid-March, the county commissioners, at the recommendation of the county election…
O’Rourke debate guests are black men who kneeled for anthem
When Democrat Beto O’Rourke takes the stage in the second round of presidential primary debates on Tuesday, three young black men from Michigan who were inspired by…
Pirates sink to new depths
CINCINNATI (AP) – Jose Iglesias’ grand slam completed Cincinnati’s 10-run second inning and the Reds beat the Pirates 11-6 Monday night after Pittsburgh traded scheduled…
A$AP Rocky trial to get underway in Sweden
HELSINKI (AP) — American rapper A$AP Rocky and two other men believed to be members of his entourage is going on trial in Sweden in…
Recent Deaths 7/30/19
Barbara Elizabeth Kenemuth, 85, died at home surrounded by her loving family on Monday, July 22, 2019. Frances Marian Crosby Wolke “Krispy” of Atascadero, passed…
Erie VA Medical Center new entrance open
Erie VA Medical Center new entrance open The Erie VA Medical Center has a new entrance and exit. It is on East 38th Street with…
Pet of the day 7/29/19
Tokoyo is a 9 year old, female Siberian Husky surrendered to the rescue due to killing the local chickens. Owners report she loves to go…
Grilled Garlic Shrimp
with a Fresh Heirloom Tomato Sauce Serves 6 For the marinated shrimp 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1/4 cup red wine vinegar 2 garlic cloves,…
Nominations being accepted for Greenways Awards
The public is invited to nominate individuals, groups, companies or organizations for the annual Greenways Awards, presented by the Council on Greenways and Trails (CGT)…
Kamala Harris releases new details of her health care plan
WASHINGTON (AP) — Kamala Harris is filling in the details of how she would move 330 million Americans onto a single government health insurance system,…
Bucs’ losing streak hits 8
NEW YORK (AP) – Michael Conforto sparked New York’s offense with a two-run homer in a six-run first inning against Chris Archer, and the Mets…
Dwayne Johnson brought his Samoan roots to spinoff ‘Hobbs & Shaw’
The day Dwayne Johnson’s mother came to visit the Kauai set of “Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw,” emotions were already high. But not…
Recent Deaths 7/29/19
Iris Mae Whitman, 92, of Cooperstown, died Friday, July 26, 2019. Patrick “Pat” Russell Karns, 86, of Franklin, passed away in his home surrounded by…
Cranberry theft
Jackson Twp. burglary
Scrubgrass Twp. accident
Newspaper seeks details for Back To School edition
The newspaper will publish its annual Back to School edition Tuesday, Aug. 13. The edition features school term calendars and bell schedules for area school…
Top aide says Trump’s criticism of black lawmaker not racist
WASHINGTON (AP) — A top White House aide defends President Donald Trump’s disparaging tweets about an influential black Democratic congressman and his Baltimore district as a justified…
American King beats Efimova in 50 breast at world swim meet
GWANGJU, South Korea (AP) — Lilly King won the 50-meter breaststroke at the world swimming championships, giving the American two victories over Russian rival Yuliya…
Franklin DUI
Venango County issues statement on available aid for flood victims
Venango County officials are working to compile a listing of flood-related damages resulting from the heavy rains last Friday and Saturday. Tim Dunkle, director of…
Trump’s ‘maximum pressure’ campaign on Iran faces key test
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump’s “maximum pressure” campaign against Iran is at a crossroads. His administration is trying to decide whether to risk stoking international tensions…
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