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…
Baked crab dip with crostini
Servings: 8-10 Start to finish: 30 minutes 2 (12-inch) baguettes, sliced 1/4 inch thick on bias 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil Salt and pepper 1…
State commits $2 million to Pitt-Titusville Hub project
From staff reports The University of Pittsburgh on Thursday received a $2 million commitment from the state – to be matched more than dollar for…
Make-A-Wish seeks volunteers
From staff reports Volunteers will become part of a “wish team,” the faces of Make-A-Wish and those who meet one-on-one with families to aid in…
Venango County Fair schedule for Friday
From staff reports Here is today’s schedule of events at the Venango County Fair: 9 a.m. – Open pleasure horse show – Kiwanis Bowl 9…
After Indonesia quake, a new worry: deadly aftershocks
MATARAM, Indonesia (AP) — After a deadly earthquake devastated the Indonesian island of Lombok last weekend, Husni Handayani thought the worst was over. The powerful…