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…
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,…
Pet of the day 11/30/16
Name: Abby Age: 2 years Size: Small Sex: Female House-trained: Yes Abby can be found at Precious Paws Animal Rescue.
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review ends 24-year print edition run
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Tribune-Review newspaper printed its last edition and has laid off 106 workers as it transitions into an online-only publication. Wednesday’s…
Beaver Twp. accident
Union Twp. trespass
Death toll in storms sweeping South increases to 5
The Associated Press Possible tornadoes swept through parts of Alabama and Tennessee overnight, killing five people and injuring more than a dozen as heavy…
Police looking for escaped inmate
From staff reports The Franklin Police Department is looking for information regarding the whereabouts of a man who escaped from the Venango County jail on…
Pennies from Heaven taking Christmas applications
From staff reports Pennies From Heaven, a charity that helps provide items for children of low-income working families, is taking applications for its Christmas program…
Deadly wildfires ravage Tennessee tourism town
GATLINBURG, Tenn. (AP) — In the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains, a Tennessee tourist mecca emerged from the smoke, charred and vacant after a…
Rookies making an impact
PITTSBURGH (AP) – The learning curve is starting to level off for Javon Hargrave, Artie Burns and Sean Davis. That hardly means it’s flat. Not…
‘Moana’ a Disney hit but portrayal irks some in the Pacific
WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — Disney’s animated movie “Moana” debuted to critical acclaim and box office success over the Thanksgiving weekend, but some people in…
Recent Deaths 11/30/16
Jayne Jetter Overmyer, 83, of Winamac, Indiana, formerly of Oil City, died Nov. 13, 2016. Constance Margaret Lauderbaugh, 69, of St. Augustine Beach, Florida, formerly…
3 killed after wildfires scorch tourist area in Tennessee
GATLINBURG, Tenn. (AP) — Wildfires fueled by high winds killed three people near the Great Smoky Mountains and authorities went door to door Tuesday to…
Native American Projects
Miss Helch’s fourth grade students at Seventh Street Elementary School completed their Native American Projects for Social Studies class. The students gave a presentations about…
Rockland Twp. accident
Clarion Twp. theft
Pet of the day 11/29/16
Name: Daisy Breed: Labrador Mix Sex: Female Size: 30-35 lbs Daisy can be found at Tri-County Animal Rescue Center Contact Information: 814-918-2032, or email: contactus@Tricounty-arc.org
Raging wildfires in South force evacuations in Tennessee
PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. (AP) — Raging wildfires fueled by high winds forced the evacuation of thousands of people and were believed to have wiped out…
Gray days
A recent stretch of gray days has left some of us wondering just when the sun will appear again. The forecast for the rest of…
OC man facing several charges for domestic incidents
By SAXON DAUGHERTY Staff writer An Oil City man is facing numerous charges, including attempted rape, in connection with multiple domestic incidents this month. A…
Korean War vets eligible for peace medal
By SALLY BELL Staff writer Local Korean War veterans are set to receive recognition for their participation in the decades-old conflict. Respect for these service…