Kessel helps Penguins rally past Red Wings 5-3
PITTSBURGH (AP) — A two-goal deficit was no big deal for the Pittsburgh Penguins. Phil Kessel and company responded with one big finish. Kessel scored…
December 2016
Historical society to host toy show
The Venango County Historical Society will hold a Christmas toy show at its headquarters, the Egbert-Mullins- Koos House, 307 S. Park St., Franklin. The show…
Castro’s death celebrations collide with Art Basel Miami
WYNWOOD, Fla. (AP) — “Fidel, may you rot in hell.” That was the stark message on a mural outside a popular thrift store in Miami’s…
Attempted Burglary
Escaped inmate captured
An Oil City man who failed to return to the Venango County jail Monday after going out for a job interview is now in custody….
‘Superfly’ Snuka in hospice, has 6 months to live
ALLENTOWN, Pa. (AP) — Former pro wrestling star Jimmy “Superfly” Snuka is in hospice care in Florida and has six months to live, his lawyer…
Thomas Edison’s lab door key, lightbulbs up for auction
TRENTON, N.J. (AP) — Thomas Edison’s door key to the 19th century lab in New Jersey where he invented the phonograph goes up for auction…
Recent Deaths 12/3/16
Arlyn F. “Gov” Hoovler, 96, of Pleasantville died Friday, Dec. 2, 2016. Marjorie Ann Evans Starrs, 92, of Black Mountain, North Carolina, formerly of Rocky…
Street closures planned for Jingle Bell 5K
From staff reports The following closures will be in effect from 8:30 to 10 a.m. Saturday in Oil City for the Jingle Bell 5K that…
It’s better to give than receive
Three area animal rescues and shelters were the recipients of great gifts from generous donors and others received help from “Giving Tuesday.” But the lists…
Rouseville Borough public drunkenness
Clearfield Twp. accident
Pet of the day 12/02/16
Name: Wilson Age: 1 year Sex: Male He is current on vaccinations and neutered. Wilson can be found at Tri-County Animal Rescue Center. (814) 918-2032
Students to participate in weld off
Venango Technology Center students Kolton Mayer (left), Ty Barker and Ben Middleton will participate today in the 36th annual American Welding Society Weld Off to…
Game commission holding buck harvest photo contest
From staff reports HARRISBURG – The Pennsylvania Game Commission is asking deer hunters to take two good shots this hunting season – one with their…
Death toll from Tennessee wildfires increases to 11
GATLINBURG, Tenn. (AP) — Crews discovered the remains of more people as they searched the rubble of wildfires that torched hundreds of homes and businesses…
Pens shoot past Stars
PITTSBURGH (AP) – Sidney Crosby broke the game’s final tie and assisted on another score in the third period as the Pittsburgh Penguins defeated the…
Maisie Williams: Stop going to dolphin shows
TOKYO (AP) — “Game of Thrones” star Maisie Williams wants everyone to stop buying tickets to marine shows. She says it’s the best way to…
Recent Deaths 12/2/16
Shirley R. Kellogg, 80, of Titusville, died Nov. 30, 2016. Richard F. Moore, 89, of Kennerdell, died Nov. 29, 2016. Lois J. Guillen, 80, of Franklin, died Nov….
Make holiday shopping excursions special
As they fulfill the social obligations of the holiday season, many people find themselves spending less time at home. Consumer Reports notes that individuals spend…
Franklin theft
Plum Twp. accident
That singing baby picture
I woke up to a nice email from one of our readers this morning complimenting me on the photograph of the “singing” baby on page…
Pet of the day 12/01/16
Name: Tobias Breed: Hound Mix Age: 6 months Gender: Male Color: Brown Size: Medium Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Tobias can be found at Venango County…
Oil City police looking into ‘hateful’ graffiti
From staff reports Oil City police are investigating the origins of an angry graffiti message on the outside of a home on Orchard Street on…
Students host police department appreciation lunch
Smedley Street Elementary School students hosted their second annual Oil City Police Department appreciation luncheon. The students created a banner for the department and had…
About $108 billion in student loan debt to be forgiven
WASHINGTON (AP) – The federal government is expected to forgive at least $108 billion in student loan debt as part of popular plans that tie…
Isles outlast Penguins
NEW YORK (AP) – Anders Lee scored the tiebreaking goal with 27 seconds remaining to lift the New York Islanders to a 5-3 victory over…
Prince Harry joins Rihanna at celebration in Barbados
BRIDGETOWN, Barbados (AP) — Britain’s Prince Harry has joined Rihanna in celebrating 50 years of independence for her native Barbados. The prince and the singer…
Recent Deaths 12/1/16
Esther L. Peth, 78, of Emlenton, died Nov. 29, 2016. Connell R. “Con” Taylor, 80, of Sligo, died Nov. 29, 2016. Richard F. Moore, 89, of Kennerdell,…