Bus hops curb, dislodges war memorial cannon in Pittsburgh
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Authorities say a bus hopped a curb and dislodged a war memorial cannon at a parklet in Pittsburgh. Spokesman Jim Ritchie of…
California fires spread quickly; blazes tamed in Colorado
SANTA MARIA, Calif. (AP) — A pair of California wildfires have quickly spread, threatening hundreds of homes and forcing evacuations at a popular lakeside campground…
‘True Blood’ actor Nelsan Ellis dead at 39
NEW YORK (AP) — Actor Nelsan Ellis, best known for his memorable portrayal of Lafayette Reynolds on HBO’s “True Blood,” has died at the age…
Gregory Polanco, Ivan Nova power Pirates over Cubs 4-2
CHICAGO (AP) — Although Gregory Polanco hasn’t always lived up to his advance billing, he showed Saturday night why there was so much hype when…
Police still looking for missing Seneca man
From staff reports Police are still searching for a Seneca man who was reported missing June 29. William John Ward, 33, was last seen June…
Wesley Grange recruitment event set for July 19
From staff reports The Wesley Grange is holding an open house and recruitment event at 5 p.m. Wednesday, July 19. The Wesley Grange is located…
Anti-G20 activists riot for 2nd night in Hamburg
HAMBURG, Germany (AP) — Anti-globalization activists rioted violently for a second night as Hamburg hosted Group of 20 leaders, setting up street barricades, looting supermarkets…
Cubs beat Pirates 6-1
CHICAGO (AP) — No matter how easy they made it look a year ago, Anthony Rizzo insisted the Chicago Cubs in no way expected to…
Candy Crush video game comes to TV
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Candy Crush addicts, and you know who you are, put down your mobile device immediately. Then you can watch “Candy Crush,”…
Recent Deaths 7/8/17
Mary E. Jones, 88, of Barefoot Bay, Florida, formerly of Oil City, died Jan. 3, 2017. Arnold C. Osterman, 92, of Oil City, died July…
Burglary
Cornplanter Twp. identity theft
Cranberry Twp. DUI
Pet of the day 7/7/17
Name: Relish Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 3 months Gender: Female Size: Small Color: Orange/ White Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Relish can be found at…
Friendly furry faces
Area animal rescues and shelters have many, many friendly furry faces looking for love and homes. You’ll relish this one (and more) Venango County Humane…
Breakfast tacos
Servings: 8 Start to finish: 20 minutes 8 slices of bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces and cooked, optional or serve whole slices on the side…
Blues and Food is July 14
From staff reports The annual Blues and Food summer park event will start at 5 p.m. Friday, July 14, at Justus Park in downtown Oil…
Activists try to disrupt start of G-20 summit, police react
HAMBURG, Germany (AP) — Anti-globalization activists set dozens of cars ablaze and tried to block national delegations from entering the Group of 20 summit Friday…
Pirates win series against Phillies
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Most of Chad Kuhl’s family and friends sat in the family section at Citizens Bank Park Thursday night, but his brother-in-law scored…
Finder of potential game-changing Earhart pix tells story
NEW YORK (AP) — The retired federal agent who discovered what he believes is the first photographic evidence of Amelia Earhart alive and well after…
Recent Deaths 7/7/17
David Cunningham Moyar, 87, of Bradenton, Florida, died June 7, 2016. Sandra J. Bish, 70, of Tionesta, died July 4, 2017. Leona S. Heffernan, 88, of…
Plum Twp. burglary
How to avoid hot weather automotive breakdowns
When the weather warms, many people take to the outdoors to enjoy the sunshine and rising temperatures. Summer road trips or vacations are the norm,…
Pet of the day 7/6/17
Name: Ella Breed: Chihuahua Rat Terrier Mix Age: 5 months Size: Small Gender: Female Prefers a home without young children. Ella can be found at…
Police: Heavily armed driver shoots self after pursuit
BUTLER (AP) — Pennsylvania State Police say a man wearing a bullet-proof vest and driving with car full of weapons shot himself after first goading…
Sunshine vegetable ribbons
Servings: 4 Start to finish: 15 minutes 2 large carrots, peeled 2 crookneck squashes (yellow summer squash) 2 zucchini 2 teaspoons olive oil 1 garlic…
Bus driver waives hearing in sex assault case
By SAXON DAUGHERTY Staff Writer A former Allegheny-Clarion Valley School District bus driver accused of having a sexual relationship with a 15-year-old girl three years…
UPMC Northwest honors top volunteer
From staff reports Jesse Macko has been honored as the UPMC Northwest Volunteer of the Year. She was recognized at the annual volunteer appreciation luncheon…
Police: Wife’s body ID’d; shot in head, strapped with anchor
The Associated Press A body found along the New York shoreline of Lake Erie with a gunshot wound to the head and an anchor attached…
Cole’s pitching, hitting lead Pirates past Phillies, 5-2
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Pirates manager Clint Hurdle felt like he was watching Little League, not major league. Gerrit Cole pitched six strong innings and drove…
Spain’s running of the bulls: Firecracker kicks off fiesta
PAMPLONA, Spain (AP) — The launch of the traditional firework rocket known as the “Chupinazo” kicked off Pamplona’s famed San Fermin running of the bulls…
Recent Deaths 7/6/17
Edward “Big Ed” Lingler Sr., 63, of Franklin, died July 4, 2017. Ethel V. Gregonis, 93, of Grove City, formerly of Barkeyville, died July 5,…
Cherrytree Twp. theft
Madison Twp. criminal attempt
Pet of the day 7/5/17
Jagger is a male kitten who loves to play and get attention. He has age appropriate shots and tested negative for fiv & leukemia. Jagger can…
Stone Fruit Almond Upside-Down Cake
Start to finish: 1 hour 25 minutes (45 active) Servings: 8 to 10 10 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened 3 tablespoons brown sugar 1 1/2 teaspoons…
Dragons of the pond
Buzzing around the neighbor’s pond are literally dozens of kinds of dragonflies and damselflies. These amazing insects can be difficult to identify especially from photographs….
Work to start Thursday on I-80 in Venango Co.
From staff reports Work on a portion of Interstate 80 in Venango County is scheduled to begin this week, according to PennDOT. The two-year-long project…
Tiny Tot entries being accepted
From staff reports Entries are being accepted for Youth Alternatives’ Oil Heritage Tiny Tot contest. The contest for Oil Heritage Prince and Princess is for…
Body found in NY may be slain PA woman
ERIE (AP) — Pennsylvania State Police and a prosecutor will attend the autopsy of a woman’s body found along the New York shoreline of Lake…
Pirates break losing streak with victory against Phillies
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The visitor’s bullpen in Citizens Bank Park is elevated, giving Juan Nicasio a bird’s-eye view of the mess he walked into Tuesday…
Joey Chestnut wins 10th title, gobbles a record 72 hot dogs
NEW YORK (AP) — Joey “Jaws” Chestnut gulped, chomped and powered his way to a 10th title on Tuesday, continuing his record-setting reign as the…
Recent Deaths 7/5/17
Margaret Cox Beck Wells, 100, of Oil City, died July 1, 2017. Bonnie J. Black, 84, of 505 Penn St., Sligo, died July 3, 2017. Dorothy J….
Pet of the day 7/3/17
Name: Dorito Breed: Boxer/ Terrier, American Pit Bull Age: 4 years Gender: Male Size: Medium Color: White/ Black Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption Price: $60.00…
Edinboro man killed in Conneaut plane crash
LINESVILLE, Pa. (AP) — A coroner says a 70-year-old man died of trauma injuries and burns when his small plane crashed a short distance from…
Cavatappi with roasted cherry tomatoes and pesto
Serves 6 Start to finish: 35 minutes 2 pints cherry or grape tomatoes, halved 5 sprigs fresh thyme about ½ cup olive oil, divided Salt…
Remembering those who have fallen; Mental health care for vets
The month of July has important dates. Here are just a few: July 4, Independence Day; July 27, Korean War Armistice Day (1953); July 29,…
Jerome Wincek to perform Wednesday in Oil City
The Oil City Arts Council will present musician Jerome Wincek in a Pipeline Alley Concert from noon to 1 p.m. Wednesday. The venue is located…
Police: 2 men badly beaten
From staff and news reports A Cochranton man was taken into custody after an armed robbery Saturday morning in Perry Township, Lawrence County. Tyler Michael…
Diocese says VC headmaster undergoing evaluation
From staff reports The Diocese of Erie says the Rev. T. Shane Mathew, headmaster at Venango Catholic High School, is undergoing an evaluation following his…