Review: Spike Lee returns to form with ‘BlacKkKlansman’
By Rafer Guzmán Newsday (TNS) Spike Lee’s “BlacKkKlansman” tells the story of Ron Stallworth (John David Washington), who becomes the first black police officer on…
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In ‘Crazy Rich Asians,’ a delightful new fairy tale
By JAKE COYLE, AP Film Writer There are two glittering parades running in tandem through Jon M. Chu’s “Crazy Rich Asians,” a glitzy and delightful…
Healthy Watermelon Sorbet
Ingredients 3 1/2 cups fresh, seedless watermelon chunks (about half a watermelon) 1 tbsp fresh lime juice 1/4-1/2 cup water, room temperature 1/4 cup raw honey (optional)…
Pet of the Day 8/17/18
Animal ID 38021507 Species Cat Breed Domestic Shorthair/Mix Age 9 years 5 months 8 days Gender Male Size Medium Color Green Spayed/Neutered Declawed No…
Bridges to close for festival
From staff reports Veteran’s Memorial Bridge in Oil City will be closed to vehicles beginning at 1 p.m. today through the evening for BridgeFest. Seneca Street will…
Police: Man in possession of firearm pursues patrol unit
From staff reports An Erie man is facing charges after he allegedly pursued and almost hit a police vehicle around 8:40 p.m. Wednesday on Pleasant…
Night kayak event will ‘Shine a Light on Suicide’
From staff reports Venango County Suicide Prevention Task Force will hold its first night kayak event at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 8, at Two Mile…
Diocese holds forgiveness mass in wake of grand jury report
HARRISBURG (AP) — As the Vatican expresses “shame and sorrow” over a searing Pennsylvania grand jury report about clergy who raped and molested children, a…
Rodgers throws TD pass, Packers top Steelers 51-34
GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — The ovation moved Aaron Rodgers to tears. The Green Bay Packers fans showed their appreciation with the two-time NFL MVP…
In Franklin’s anthems, women heard an empowering message
NEW YORK (AP) — Aretha Franklin never saw herself as a feminist heroine. That, she quipped, was Gloria Steinem’s role. But she leaves a legacy…
Recent Deaths 8/17/18
Sandra M. McClellan, 80, of Meadville, formerly of President Township, died Aug. 15, 2018. Tanner Jerome Eisenman, 26, of Clarion, died Aug. 15, 2018. Helen…
Fire destroys home, cars
By JIM MEYER Staff writer A fire destroyed a home, garage and several cars at 500 Carnes School Road in Cranberry Township late Wednesday morning….
Planning for next year’s 4-H fair begins
By JIM MEYER Staff writer Another Venango County Fair has come and gone, and all is quiet at the 4-H fairgrounds. But the fair board…
Church sex scandal: Abuse victims want full reckoning
The Associated Press Six Roman Catholic dioceses in Pennsylvania joined the list this week of those around the U.S. that have been forced to face…
Forsythe has 3 RBIs in Twins’ 6-4 win over Pirates
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Logan Forsythe may be best known by Minnesota fans as the player who replaced fan favorite Brian Dozier. The lone major leaguer…
Paul Walker’s brothers open to ‘Fast’ franchise return
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Nearly five years after Paul Walker’s death, his brothers say they’re open to playing his character again in the “Fast and…
Recent Deaths 8/16/18
Catherine “June” Henshaw, 91, of Rocky Grove, died Aug. 14, 2018. Dearald W. Shuffstall Sr., 82, of Franklin, died Aug. 9, 2018. Donald H. Webb,…
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…
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…
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…