Chernobyl shelter safely placed over exploded reactor
CHERNOBYL, Ukraine (AP) — A massive shelter has finally been installed over the exploded reactor at the Chernobyl nuclear plant, one of the most ambitious…
2016
O-line: To serve and protect
PITTSBURGH (AP) – Steelers running back Le’Veon Bell doesn’t feel his offensive line receives the credit it deserves. The headlines are usually reserved for Bell,…
DirecTV wants to be the next online substitute for cable
NEW YORK (AP) — There are already a few online services that aim to replace cable, but they haven’t attracted many users yet. AT&T’s DirecTV…
Recent Deaths 11/29/16
Cheryl Renee Smith, 61, of Franklin, died Nov. 22, 2016. John Robert Walker, 45, of Sigel, formerly of Clarion, died Nov. 26, 2016. William J….
Clay Twp. criminal mischief
Pet of the day 11/28/16
Name: Suzi Breed: American Shorthair Sex: Female Size: Medium Color: Calico House-trained: Yes Suzi can be found at Precious Paws Animal Rescue.
7 sent to hospital after report of Ohio State active shooter
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Seven people were sent to the hospital Monday morning after an active shooter was reported on campus, the Columbus Fire…
Remembering Pearl Harbor
Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day Dec. 7 is Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day. Here’s some history: Just before 8 a.m. on Dec. 7, 1941, hundreds of Japanese fighter…
Man kills self after threatening ex-girlfriend, police say
NEW CASTLE (AP) – A man who police say threatened to kill his ex-girlfriend and police officers is dead of a self-inflicted gunshot wound in…
Libraries to host Hour of Code sessions
From staff reports Hour of Code sessions will be offered at two Venango County libraries in December. A session will be held from 5:30 to…
Much uncertainty ahead in US-Cuba relationship
WASHINGTON (AP) – Fidel Castro’s passing removes what was long the single greatest psychological barrier to a warmer U.S.-Cuba relationship. But it also adds to…
Penguins sink Devils in shootout
PITTSBURGH (AP) – As the bodies piled up in front of the New Jersey net with the clock ticking toward zero and the Pittsburgh Penguins…
Young drummer’s cover recognized by Metallica
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — A 10-year-old Philadelphia drummer is receiving high praise for his cover of a Metallica song that was featured on the heavy metal…
Recent Deaths 11/28/16
Alan J. Wetjen, 78, of Marco Island, Florida, formerly of Franklin, died Nov. 19, 2016. William H. Blauser, 88, formerly of Oil City, died Nov….
Historical teas at Tarbell House scheduled for next year
TITUSVILLE — The schedule for next year’s historical teas at the Tarbell House has been announced. Teas are scheduled at 4 p.m. Fridays, Feb. 10,…
Ron Glass, co-star of TV’s ‘Barney Miller’ dead at 71
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Ron Glass, the handsome, prolific character actor best known for his role as the gregarious, sometimes sardonic detective Ron Harris in…
New Orleans Police say shooting leaves 1 dead, 9 injured
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — New Orleans Police say one man is dead and nine others injured following a shooting in the French Quarter. Police Superintendent…
Act 64
Rt. 322 DUI Crash
Don’t get nostalgic: Punk music memorabilia burned in London
LONDON (AP) — Don’t get nostalgic about punk music — and if you do, don’t go collecting memorabilia from the glory days of the Sex…
Crosby ties it late, Penguins top Devils in shootout 4-3
PITTSBURGH (AP) — As the bodies piled up in front of the New Jersey net with the clock ticking toward zero and the Pittsburgh Penguins…
Son reflects on dad’s story depicted in ‘Hacksaw Ridge’
TACOMA, Wash. (AP) — Mel Gibson’s new film “Hacksaw Ridge” tells the story of a World War II soldier, Desmond Doss, who won the Congressional…
Leaf collections scheduled
Oil City collections: Oil City street crews will use the leaf collection machine next week on the following streets: Tuesday – Seely Avenue, Harriott Avenue…
DUI Crash
Cuba’s Fidel Castro, who defied US for 50 years, dies at 90
HAVANA (AP) — Former President Fidel Castro, who led a rebel army to improbable victory in Cuba, embraced Soviet-style communism and defied the power of…
Coyle’s pair of goals in 1st spark Wild in 6-2 win over Pens
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Helped by hard work on the forecheck by linemates Zach Parise and Eric Staal to pry the puck loose, Charlie…
Recent Deaths 11/26/16
John C. Hoover, 56, of Franklin, died Thursday, Nov. 24, 2016. James E. Fry, 73, of Hydetown, died Thursday, Nov. 24, 2016. Irwin M. Hill Jr….
Summit Twp. accident
Cranberry Twp. accident
Pet of the day 11/25/16
Name: Chicky Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 12 years Sex: Female Size: Medium Color: Grey/ White Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Chicky can be found at…
Senior charged in cyberattack on PA schools
MURRYSVILLE, Pa. (AP) — A senior has been charged with launching a cyberattack on her western Pennsylvania high school that wound up disrupting more than…
‘The Brady Bunch’ matriarch Florence Henderson dies at 82
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Florence Henderson, who went from Broadway star to become one of America’s most beloved television moms in “The Brady Bunch,” has…
Christmas Past starts Thursday
From staff reports Oil City’s 16th annual Christmas Past is set to get underway next week. The traditional holiday weekend will begin Thursday evening and…
Even with holiday creep, Black Friday is a big shopping day
NEW YORK (AP) — Stores open their doors Friday for what is still one of the busiest days of the year, even as the start…
Steelers corral Colts, 28-7
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) – Ben Roethlisberger and Antonio Brown hooked up for three touchdowns Thursday night and the Pittsburgh Steelers’ defense shut down the Indianapolis Colts…
‘Fantastic Beasts’: An enchanting prequel to ‘Harry Potter’
Fear is a path to intolerance and destruction in “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them,” from director David Yates. Written by J.K. Rowling, based…
Recent Deaths 11/25/16
Dennis J. “Denny” Greenawalt, 76, of Lucinda, died Nov. 22, 2016. Jerry E. Buck, 43, of Oil City, died Nov. 22, 2016. John R. Foulks…
Happy Thanksgiving
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Lancaster Twp. accident
Domestic Relations seeks wanted people
From staff reports A dozen people are wanted by Venango County Domestic Relations for being in arrears with required payments. Anyone with information as to…
Pet of the day 11/23/16
Name: Nemo Breed: Australian Shepherd Mix Age: 3 years Sex: Male Size: Medium Color: Black/ White Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Nemo can be found at…
O.C. man facing several drug charges
By SAXON DAUGHERTY Staff writer An Oil City man is facing multiple drug charges after he allegedly was found with marijuana and other paraphernalia during…
Sandycreek students participate in project
From staff reports Franklin High School senior Amy Mook helps Sandycreek Elementary school fifth graders Bryson Watson and Elliott Moffett write messages for their Kids…
Education Secretary King calls for end to paddling students
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) – Education Secretary John B. King Jr. is urging governors and school leaders in states that allow student paddling to end a…
NHL teams feeling pain of injuries, condensed schedule
The Associated Press Steven Stamkos, Taylor Hall, Johnny Gaudreau and Jonathan Quick: The NHL’s injured-reserve list could ice its own all-star lineup. If it seems…
From the dead: HG Wells ghost story published for first time
NEW YORK (AP) — Here’s an odd story, from long ago: A man by the name of Meredith has converted a room in his house…
Recent Deaths 11/23/16
Mary L. Lattner, 81, of Clarion, died Nov. 21, 2016. Charles Walter Horner, 69, of Centre Hall, died Nov. 19, 2016. Robert Donald Brooks, 93, died Nov. 16,…
DCNR’s website provides information for hunters
From staff reports HARRISBURG – Timed for the Monday, Nov. 28, opening of Pennsylvania’s traditional deer season, the state Bureau of Forestry reminded hunters a…
Pet of the day 11/22/16
Name: Chewy Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 7 months Sex: Male Size: Small Color: White/ Grey Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Chewy can be found at…