August 2017
Catholic diocese schedules collection for Harvey victims
From staff reports A collection will be taken for the victims of Harvey at masses throughout the Erie Catholic Diocese this weekend. “Our brothers and…
Guide to end-of-summer sales
The end of summer is marked by mixed feelings. Come the end of summer, vacations may be coming to an end as children ready themselves…
Cranberry Twp. accident
Pet of the day 8/31/17
Name: Tug Breed: Domestic Shorthair Age: 3 months Gender: Male Size: Medium Color: Orange/ Red House-trained: Yes Tug can be found at Precious Paws Animal…
Pinchos de Pollo (Grilled Chicken Skewers with Harissa Couscous)
Serves 6 6 boneless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch cubes 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1/4 cup olive oil 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon ground…
OC man among 23 charged in Beaver County drug sweep
From staff reports Pennsylvania Attorney General Josh Shapiro announced Wednesday that 23 people, including an Oil City man, have been charged for selling heroin, cocaine…
Funding options to restore Lyric Theatre discussed
From staff reports For years, the Colonel Drake Cultural Alliance has been attempting to restore the Lyric Theatre. During its 22nd annual meeting on Tuesday…
Houston-area floodwaters recede but dangers still loom
HOUSTON (AP) — Major dangers loomed over the U.S. Gulf Coast area Thursday with the continued threat of serious flooding near the Texas-Louisiana line and…
Schwarber hits 2 HRs, Cubs pound Pirates 17-3
CHICAGO (AP) — The Chicago Cubs are piling up runs and wins. And they’re having some laughs along the way. Kyle Schwarber hit two home…
Did ‘Thelma & Louise’ move the needle for female-led films?
NEW YORK (AP) — When Geena Davis and Susan Sarandon clasped hands, stepped on the gas and flew over the canyon ridge in that memorable…
Recent Deaths 8/31/17
Rose Patricia Martin, 95, died Aug. 30, 2017. Mary M. Walters, 70, of East Hickory, died Aug. 29, 2017. Kenneth G. (Ken) Hetrick, 73, of…
Cranberry Twp. criminal mischief
Sandycreek Twp. trespass
Senior center sets schedule
From staff reports The Titusville Senior Center is open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Lunch is served at noon for a suggested donation of…
Pet of the day 8/30/17
Name: Buddy Breed: Yorkie Age: 2-3 years Gender: Male Size: Small Color: Sable Buddy tested positive for Lyme disease and is currently receiving treatment. He…
Strip Steak Diane
Serves 2 Start to finish: 20 minutes 2 6-ounce 1-inch-thick strip steaks Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper to taste 1 tablespoon canola or vegetable…
Pittsburgh zoo euthanizes baby elephant
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Officials at the Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium say they’ve euthanized a baby elephant that couldn’t be fed normally. Veterinarians had inserted…
Ex-restaurant worker accused of occupying business after hours
By MARISSA DECHANT Staff reports A former employee of Benjamin’s Roadhouse in Franklin is facing burglary charges for allegedly occupying the business after hours to…
Enrollment up at Clarion University
From staff reports Overall student enrollment numbers are up at Clarion University for the first time since 2009. Enrollment stood at 5,256 after the first…
Harvey makes landfall, again
HOUSTON (AP) — Five days after Harvey first made landfall as the fiercest hurricane to hit the U.S. in 13 years, the now-tropical storm is…
Cubs beat Pirates 4-1
CHICAGO (AP) — By his own admission, Jake Arrieta, wasn’t at his best Tuesday night. He still was good enough. Arrieta continued his dominant second…
Diana’s death spawned web of conspiracy theories
LONDON (AP) — The fascination with Princess Diana’s life extends to her death. Not since the 1963 assassination of John F. Kennedy has a tragic…
Recent Deaths 8/30/17
Barbara Dent Snedegar, 92, of McLean, Virginia, died Aug. 23, 2017. Shirley Confer, 82, of Stow, Ohio, died Aug. 26, 2017. William J. Smerkar, 83, of…
Warsaw Twp. theft
Pet of the day 8/29/17
Name: Skor Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 6 months Gender: Male Size: Small Color: Black/ Beige Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption Price: $50.00 Skor can…
Plum clafoutis
Servings: 10 Start to finish: 40 minutes (Active time: 10 minutes) 1 tablespoon unsalted butter 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking…
Thank you for your cooperation
This week brought a very cooperative ruby-throated hummingbird who stuck around for several photo opportunities. It would appear that the speedy bird is a juvenile male ruby-throated…
Information, referral service will be available 24 hours
The United Way of Venango County’s PA 211 information and referral service will operate around the clock into the foreseeable future starting Wednesday. The 211…
‘Fair Housing: Rights and Remedies’ set Sept. 6 in Franklin
Renters will have a chance to learn more about their rights under the Fair Housing Act in an upcoming public forum. “Fair Housing: Rights and…
Delivery without drivers: Domino’s, Ford team up for test
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — No ring of the doorbell, just a text. No tip for the driver? No problem in this test, where Domino’s…
Cubbies blast past Buccos
CHICAGO (TNS) – The Pirates were already one of the worst offensive teams against left-handed pitchers this season. Their performance against Mike Montgomery on Monday…
Joel Osteen: Houston megachurch to shelter people if needed
HOUSTON (AP) — Televangelist Joel Osteen says his Houston megachurch has “never” closed its doors to people seeking shelter as Harvey swamps the city. Osteen…
Recent Deaths 8/29/17
William “Bill” Tobin, 70, of Garland Texas, formerly of Oil City, passed away Saturday, Aug. 26, 2017. Sarah A. Courtney, 76, of President Township, died…
Pinegrove Twp. hit and run crash
Cranberry Twp. DUI
Cranberry Twp. retail theft
Non-flyers again have access to Pittsburgh airport Airmall
IMPERIAL, Pa. (AP) — The Airmall at Pittsburgh International Airport is accessible to non-flyers for the first time since stringent security enacted following the Sept….
Pet of the day 8/28/17
Sammy is a 16 month old male Chiweenie that was surrendered to the rescue center by his owner. Sammy is reportedly partially house broken, is…
French onion soup burger
Servings: 4 Start to finish: 1 hour (40 minutes active) 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus extra for brushing on the bread 3 cups packed…
VA Appeals Reform Becomes Law
Last Wednesday, the president signed into law the VFW-supported Veterans Appeals Improvement and Modernization Act of 2017. The act provides three options for veterans to…
Officials act to protect downtown Houston from Harvey floods
HOUSTON (AP) — Officials released more water from Houston-area reservoirs overwhelmed by Harvey early Monday in a move aimed at protecting the city’s downtown from…
Bucs win over Reds 5-2
CINCINNATI (AP) — Andrew McCutchen was angry that plate umpire Jeff Kellogg wouldn’t let him call time to get ready to hit in the fourth…
VMA artists, speakers call for equality, suicide prevention
The Associated Press The MTV Video Music Awards are known for creating viral moments meant to shock or amaze. But this year’s show was a…
Recent Deaths 8/28/17
John Bennett “Jack” Mays, 78, of Franklin, died Aug. 27, 2017. June Bump, 87, of Rockwood, Tennessee, formerly of Venango County, died Aug. 24, 2017….
‘Pile of junk’ yields treasures-Oil City will soon boast two new industrial works of art that pay tribute to the city’s history.
By JUDITH O. ETZEL – Contributing writer Oil City will soon boast two new industrial works of art that pay tribute to the city’s history….
Officer-Involved Shooting
Vehicular homicide charge filed against road worker
By MARISSA DECHANT – Staff writer A Crawford County man is facing a vehicular homicide charge stemming from an accident last October on Bredinsburg Road…
Harvey spins deeper inland; full scope of damage is unknown
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas (AP) — Harvey spun deeper into Texas and unloaded extraordinary amounts of rain Saturday after the once-fearsome hurricane crashed into vulnerable homes…
Netflix’s ‘Death Note’ gets lost in translation
When “Death Note” begins, we learn that Seattle teenager Light Turner has a crush on a cheerleader at his high school. So when these two…