Oops! Serena Williams made pregnancy public by accident
VANCOUVER, British Columbia (AP) — Serena Williams says she was taking a personal photo of her progressing pregnancy on Snapchat when she accidentally pressed the…
April 2017
Recent Deaths 4/26/17
Colonel William H. McChesney, 95, formerly of Widnoon and Brookville, died April 23, 2017. Dorothy I. Helwig, 84, of Lititz, died April 23, 2017. Karen Marie Ayotte,…
World’s last male rhino getting help from Tinder dating app
NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) — The world’s last male northern white rhino has joined the Tinder dating app as wildlife experts make a last-chance breeding effort…
NASCAR star Dale Earnhardt Jr. to retire at end of season
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Dale Earnhardt Jr. abruptly announced his retirement at the end of the season Tuesday, a decision that will cost NASCAR its…
Cranberry Twp. theft
Cranberry Twp. accident
Pet of the day 4/25/17
Name: Evie Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 3 years Gender: Female Size: Medium Color: Brown/ Black Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption Price: $40.00 Evie can…
Genova’s closing permanently in OC
From staff reports Genova’s Restaurant and Pizzeria on Seneca Street in Oil City will close its doors permanently at the end of business hours Saturday….
Images of color
Last week brought beautiful butterflies, terrific tulips and perfectly pretty posies. When the rain finally stopped, the sun came out and nature showed off her true…
Spring leek frittata
Start to finish: 25 minutes (Active: 10 minutes) Servings: 4 1 leek 5 large eggs 3 tablespoons whole milk 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon…
Cranberry board awards contracts for capital repairs
By SALLY BELL Staff writer The Cranberry area school board approved a resolution Monday night to award contracts for capital improvements at the district. Renick…
Autism awareness walk was a ‘success’ despite smaller turnout
From staff reports The local Autism Stands organization held its third autism awareness walk Saturday afternoon in Oil City. There were 500 participants in the…
Gov’t shutdown, health bill rescue at stake in Congress
WASHINGTON (AP) — Bipartisan bargainers are making progress toward a budget deal to prevent a partial federal shutdown this weekend, a major hurdle overcome when…
Cubs keep rolling, crush Pirates 14-3
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Jason Heyward is getting tired of talking about his rebuilt swing. Considering what the Chicago Cubs center fielder is doing at the…
Sex, lies and physics: ‘Genius’ drama is Einstein tell-all
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The unparalleled brilliance and puckish wit? Check. The trademark wild mop of hair? Check. The marital infidelity and free-wheeling sex? Yes,…
Recent Deaths 4/25/17
Martha M. “Marty” Weaver, 90, of Emlenton, died April 23, 2017. Daniel G. McClellan Sr., 75, of Danielson, Connecticut, formerly of Marienville, died April 20, 2017….
My ankles hurt, but not as much as my heart
I put on a pair of 4 Inch silver heels that sparked in the sunlight just so I could know what it is like to…
Woman arrested for inhaling laughing gas in front of police…LOL
SANTA ROSA, Calif. (AP) — A California woman has been arrested for inhaling shots of nitrous oxide, also known as laughing gas, while speaking with…
Cranberry Twp. theft
Clarion Twp. DUI
Pet of the day 4/24/17
Name: Luke Breed: Boxer/Labrador Retriever Mix Color: Brindle Age: Adult Size: Medium 26-60 lbs Sex: Male House-trained: Yes Luke can be found at Tri-County Animal…
Local students heading to state academic competition
The Rocky Grove High School Senior High Academic Challenge Team will be taking part in the 26th Annual Pennsylvania Academic Competition on Friday, April 28,…
Mushroom and cheese burrito
Start to finish: 1 hour 20 minutes Servings: 6 1½ pounds Portobello mushrooms (about 6 medium to large) 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice, plus lime…
Improving programs for vets
President Signs VFW-Supported Bill Last Wednesday, VFW Adjutant General Robert E. Wallace was at the White House to join President Trump as he signed a…
Man arrested for burglaries in Cranberry
From staff reports A Philadelphia man is facing felony charges of burglary and criminal trespass after taking items from local stores and eluding police Friday…
Seneca bowling alley to host ‘Cops n’ Kids’ outing
By SALLY BELL Staff writer Seneca Lanes is hoping that an upcoming event helps break down some barriers between kids and community service officers. A…
S. Korea, allies brace for N. Korea follow-up act
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — North Korea marks the founding anniversary of its military on Tuesday, and South Korea and its allies are bracing for…
Absences of Marte, Bumgarner could shake up NL
The Associated Press The Pittsburgh Pirates and San Francisco Giants are both in last place, and that’s not even their biggest problem at the moment….
‘The Fate of the Furious’ laps new films at box office
LOS ANGELES (AP) — “The Fate of the Furious” sped into first place at the box office again, leaving new thriller “Unforgettable” and historical drama…
Recent Deaths 4/24/17
Ronald L. Snyder, 85, of Seneca, died April 22, 2017. Edna R. “Becky” Edinger Boorech, 71, of Sligo, formerly of Parker, died April 21, 2017….
Historic Preservation Awards winners announced
From staff reports Winners of the 2017 Oil Heritage Region historic preservation awards will be recognized at a ceremony Saturday, May 20, at Scheide Hall…
Funeral services held for Ohio victim of Facebook killer
CLEVELAND (AP) — Funeral services have been held for a Cleveland retiree whose shooting death was posted on Facebook. Family members on Saturday recalled Robert…
Venango Chamber headed to new location
From staff reports The Venango Area Chamber of Commerce is moving to new location. The move has been under consideration for the last few years…
Burglary Spree
Erin Moran, Joanie Cunningham in “Happy Days,” dies at 56
NEW YORK (AP) — Erin Moran, the former child star who played Joanie Cunningham in the sitcoms “Happy Days” and “Joanie Loves Chachi,” died Saturday…
Carter, Yankees jump on Pirates late in 11-5 win
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Chris Carter spent most of the winter waiting for the phone to ring and a good portion of the spring waiting for…
Golf ball pieces from harvest cause hash brown recall
MATTHEWS, N.C. (AP) — A food company is recalling frozen hash browns from stores in nine states because the potatoes may have pieces of golf…
‘Young Frankenstein’ opens April 28 at Barrow
It’s alive! “Young Frankenstein” is the hilarious work from acclaimed writer, director, actor, and producer, Mel Brooks. With the story pulled from the hilarious movie…
Undergrads build prosthetic arm for 10-year-old violinist
FAIRFAX, Va. (AP) — The pressure was on for Abdul Gouda and his classmates at George Mason University: not only did their graduation depend on…
Forged Checks
Mercer County Runaway
VisionQuest escapees suspects in car theft
From staff reports Four males who escaped Thursday evening from the VisionQuest facility on South Penn Road outside Franklin are suspects in the theft of…
March for Science events to take place around the globe
BERLIN (AP) — Thousands of people are expected to attend March for Science events around the world to promote the understanding of science and defend…
Pirates get to Sabathia early, top Yankees 6-3
PITTSBURGH (AP) — CC Sabathia’s left arm felt fine. The radar gun suggested otherwise. So did the results. Josh Bell hit his second home run…
Recent Deaths 4/22/17
Steven G. Hartman, 65, of Stoneboro, died Thursday, April 20, 2017. Kimberly S. Lutz, 51, of Cranberry, died Thursday, April 20, 2017. Lois Maxine Seigworth Wagner,…
In the mews
Crystal the cat from Tri-County Animal Rescue Center in Shippenville has something to say. An awesome animal event is planned for Saturday. Precious Paws Animal…
Oakland Twp. accident
Vision Quest escape
Pet of the day 4/21/17
Name: Peppermint Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 6 months Gender: Female Size: Small Color: Black/ Beige Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Peppermint can be found at…
Hummus-crusted roasted vegetables
Start to finish: 30 minutes Servings: 6 servings 1 cup baby carrots 1 cup broccoli florets 1 cup cauliflower florets 1 cup bell pepper slices…