Former Franklin teacher waives hearing in sex assault case
By SAXON DAUGHERTY Staff writer A former Franklin Middle School teacher accused of having a sexual relationship with a 13-year-old female student while he was…
May 2017
5 Seneca troop Boy Scouts complete Eagle projects
From staff reports Austin Stivanson, Trevin Chittester, Andrew Holden, Dylan Schubert and Ian Best completed their Eagle Scout projects and were recognized Sunday by Troop…
Raids, arrests as on-edge UK seeks ‘network’ of attackers
MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Security forces rounded up more suspects Wednesday in the deadly Manchester concert blast and soldiers fanned out across the country to…
From Trump to Oprah, speakers offer advice to grads
BOSTON (AP) — Oprah Winfrey told students to live with purpose. President Donald Trump said to ignore the naysayers. Will Ferrell sang some Whitney Houston….
Pirates rally to beat Braves 12-5
ATLANTA (AP) — Clint Hurdle was managing to get one run in the 10th inning. His Pittsburgh Pirates got it, then smacked three straight homers…
Recent Deaths 5/25/17
Charles K. Gibbons, 85, of Franklin, died May 24, 2017. Joane Aleece (Swab) Schmader, 77, of Oil City, died May 24, 2017. James Clark Davis II,…
Cranberry Twp. theft
Cranberry Twp. stolen bike
Pet of the day 5/24/17
Name: Frappe Breed: Domestic Short Hair Color: Buff/ White Gender: Male Size: Medium Age: 10 weeks House-trained: Yes Frappe can be found at Precious Paws…
Mediterranean tomato wheat berry salad
Serves 8 Start to finish: 1 1/2 hours (including time for cooking the wheat berries) 3 cups cooked wheat berries (cook accordingly to package directions)…
When you deserve to win!
I’m an athlete (cough, cough). Well, let’s say I was an athlete and, now, I am someone who plays a game that requires some coordination,…
Cochranton police looking for missing woman
From staff reports Cochranton Borough Police are looking for a missing woman. Nicole Gaidosh was last seen at about 12:30 p.m. Saturday, police said. She…
CDC to offer free lunch program at multiple sites
From staff reports Child Development Centers will offer its Lunch Time free lunch program for children and teenagers at several local schools, churches, playgrounds and…
UK deploys 1,000 soldiers to protect key sites after bombing
MANCHESTER, England (AP) — British security forces arrested three more suspects Wednesday in connection with the Manchester concert bombing and sent hundreds of soldiers to…
Senators beat Penguins to force Game 7
OTTAWA, Ontario (AP) — Craig Anderson and the Ottawa Senators bounced back nicely two days after a blowout loss put them on the brink of…
Tom Cruise reveals ‘Top Gun 2’ to start filming soon
SYDNEY (AP) — The Danger Zone may have gotten old and dusty, but Tom Cruise says he’s about to fly back in. The 54-year-old actor…
Recent Deaths 5/24/17
Daniel J. “Dan” Staab, 57, of Harrisville, died May 18, 2017. Patricia Margaret (Kiser) Wood, 90, of Anacortes, Washington, formerly of Shippenville, died May 15, 2017….
Used clothing store gets surprise donation of marijuana
MAPLEWOOD, Minn. (AP) — Someone apparently inadvertently donated more than 100 grams of marijuana when they dropped off some used children’s clothes at a suburban…
Broccoli and blue cheese salad
Servings: 6 Start to finish: 15 minutes Salad: 4 cups small broccoli florets (raw) 1/2 small red onion, sliced thinly 1 cup shredded carrots 1…
A lot of life in one day
This wasn’t the strangest day I’ve ever had in 20 years of working as a newspaper photographer. But it was a roller coaster. It had…
Second Harvest food pantry planned in Polk
From staff reports Venango County residents may sign up for participation in Second Harvest’s mobile food pantry, which will be open at 3 p.m. Friday,…
Franklin Boy Scout completes Eagle project
From staff reports A Franklin High School student worked with Boy Scout Troop 34 to complete his Eagle Scout project at Franklin City Hall over…
IS group claims deadly Manchester concert bombing
MANCHESTER, England (AP) — The Islamic State group claimed responsibility Tuesday for the suicide attack at an Ariana Grande show that left 22 people dead…
Adams hits 2-run HR to power Braves past Pirates, 5-2
ATLANTA (AP) — Matt Adams’ first home run with the Braves came down near the right-field restaurant that had been the landing spot for a…
Review: Fifth ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’ flick fights bloat
The Associated Press The opening scene of the new “Pirates of the Caribbean” is a fitting metaphor for where we stand in this long franchise:…
Recent Deaths 5/23/17
Frank T. Fletcher Jr., 56, of Oil City, died May 17, 2017. Charles Anthony “Charlie” Whitford, born Feb. 24, 2017, of Oil City, died May 20,…
Lemon-Herb Roasted Pork Sirloin
Lemon-Herb Roasted Pork Sirloin Created by Chef Colby Garrelts, 2013 James Beard Foundation “Best Chef: Midwest” award winner (from BPT) Ingredients: 1 Smithfield Prime Boneless Pork…
Pet of the Day 5/22/17
Name: Rootbeer Breed: Domestic Medium Hair/Mix Age: 5 months 13 days Gender: Female Size: Small Color: Black/Beige Spayed/Neutered Declawed: No Housetrained: Yes Typical playful happy…
Memorials and Outreach
Some history on Memorial Day, May 29th From Decoration Day to Memorial Day, General John A. Logan (the commander of the Grand Army of the…
Cranberry theft
Sandy Lake harassment
Open house set for Electrotechs robotics club
From staff reports An open house and community celebration will be held 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the Crawford Center Auditorium in Emlenton, to…
Lauretta Woodson Award winners announced
Scott Austin and Tracey Beers were honored Thursday by the Clarion County chapter of the Pennsylvania Association of School Retirees. Austin has taught social studies…
Police say bomb at Thai hospital wounds more than 20 people
BANGKOK (AP) — A bomb exploded at an army-run hospital in Bangkok on Monday, the third anniversary of a military coup, and authorities said more…
Penguins rout Senators 7-0 to take 3-2 lead
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pittsburgh Penguins coach Mike Sullivan calls it “getting to our game.” It means he wants his team to attack opponents with speed,…
Drake dominates, Cher reflects at Billboard Music Awards
The Associated Press Drake was a high roller in Las Vegas, beating Adele’s record for most wins at the Billboard Music Awards. Cher and Celine…
Recent Deaths 5/22/17
Mary Alice Turner, 90, of Franklin, died May 21, 2017. Allen Bert Craig Sr., 67, of Oil City, died May 18, 2017. Richard Riddle Breene, 88,…
Pet of the day 5/21/17
Name: Twister Breed: Retriever, Labrador / Mix Age: 4 months 15d Gender: Female Color: Black / White Spayed/Neutered: Yes Size: Small About: Typical little pup,…
Warren Co. woman sentenced for embezzlement
From staff reports ERIE – A Warren County woman has been sentenced in federal court to 24 months in jail on her conviction for embezzling…
Central students skate through school
By MARISSA DECHANT Staff writer Central Elementary students in Franklin are skating through school – but not in the way you might think. Physical education…
Pope names cardinals for Laos, Mali, Sweden, Spain, Salvador
VATICAN CITY (AP) — In a surprise announcement Sunday, Pope Francis named five new cardinals, for Spain, El Salvador and three countries where Catholics are…
Nova wins for first time in May as Pirates beat Phillies 6-3
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Pirates seem to have a little more bounce in their step when Ivan Nova takes the mound. “We love when…
Kyle Busch scores $1 million with All-Star race victory
CONCORD, N.C. (AP) — In a race built on brave, bold moments, Kyle Busch used one to win NASCAR’s annual All-Star race and its $1…
Kristen Stewart dives into grief in Cannes directorial debut
CANNES, France (AP) — Kristen Stewart’s directing ambitions go all the way back to when she was an 11-year-old performing in the 2002 David Fincher…
Cranberry theft
Pet of the day 5/20/17
Name: Tommy Tommy is a young male that came in as a stray. He must’ve been a pet at sometime, as he was already neutered,…
Man gets state prison term for Cook Forest standoff
By SAXON DAUGHERTY Staff writer A Cooksburg man who engaged in an armed standoff with police in March 2016 at MacBeth’s Cabins on Route 36…
Children learn about safety during event at fairgrounds
From staff reports Second-graders from across Venango and Forest counties gathered at the Venango County Fairgrounds on Thursday for Progressive Agricultural Day. Each year, the…
Disturbance on LA-to-Hawaii flight brings FBI, fighter jets
HONOLULU (AP) — Two U.S. fighter jets were summoned Friday to escort a flight from Los Angeles to Hawaii after an unruly man was subdued…
Sidney Crosby, Penguins beat Senators 3-2 to tie series
OTTAWA, Ontario (AP) — Matt Murray was back — and so was Sidney Crosby. Crosby had a goal and an assist, Murray made 22 saves…