Swim lessons offered in Oil City
Swim lessons will be offered this fall at the Oil City High School swimming pool. Learn-to-swim classes will be held for elementary and middle school…
September 2017
Man recognized nationally for work identifying mushrooms
PITTSBURGH (AP) — On John Plischke’s laptop, a video feed from his microscope came into focus and showed round, floating spores, along with some tube-like…
Emlenton runaway investigation
I-80 rollover in Scrubgrass Township
A Sykesville man was cited after a tractor-trailer rollover early Tuesday morning on Interstate 80 in Scrubgrass Township. Franklin state police said Charles W. Shephard,…
‘Let’s Play Two!’ review: Pearl Jam doc zeroes in on Vedder, Cubs
A new Pearl Jam documentary, “Let’s Play Two! Pearl Jam Live at Wrigley,” tries to be two movies at once. It wants to be a…
SpaceX: Rocket for moon, Mars and NY-to-Shanghai in 39 mins
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — SpaceX chief Elon Musk’s elaborate plan for a mega-rocket to carry astronauts to Mars may have some down-to-Earth applications. At…
Strasburg cruises, Zimmerman homers twice; Nats beat Pirates
WASHINGTON (AP) — Nationals ace Stephen Strasburg showed he is ready for the postseason. He had another strong performance in Washington’s 6-1 victory over the…
Recent Deaths 9/30/17
Thomas W. Kurtzhals, 95, of Shippenville, died Thursday, Sept. 28, 2017. Gene O. Winger, 67, of Tionesta, died Friday, Sept. 29, 2017. Eleanor A. Ruggles, 89,…
Scrubgrass Twp. accident
Fun and fundraising
Precious Paws Animal Rescue will hold its fall craft fair Saturday. Clarion PUPS will participate in Farmers and Crafters Day during the Autumn Leaf Festival….
Pet of the day 9/29/17
Ivy is a beautiful little tortoiseshell kitten. She is playful and sweet. Ivy is negative for Feline Leukemia and is current on age appropriate vaccines….
Spiced roasted vegetables with mixed grains
Servings: 6 Start to finish: 1 hour, 10 minutes (Active time: 10 minutes) 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1…
Knox man facing sex assault charges
From staff reports A 25-year-old Knox man faces charges he had sexual intercourse with a 14-year-old girl in a bedroom at the Knox Ambulance station….
Zoning battle looming in Cranberry
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer There is a battle brewing in Cranberry Township about a proposed new zoning designation. In an unexpected move, the…
2 days, 2 dangerous rock falls at Yosemite
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Two days of cracking, thundering falling rock at Yosemite National Park have left one man dead, two people injured, and even…
Harper sits, Nova hit, Doolittle blows save; Nats top Bucs
WASHINGTON (AP) — Sean Doolittle pounded his left fist against his right palm while discussing his first blown save in 22 chances since joining the…
Beyonce sings in Spanish for relief efforts
NEW YORK (AP) — Beyonce has released a surprise single on which she sings in Spanish, English and French to raise relief money for those…
Recent Deaths 9/29/17
Sheldon Dean Rossey, 92, of Reynoldsville, died Sept. 27, 2017. Thomas W. Kurtzhals, 95, of Shippenville, died Sept. 28, 2017. Robert E. “Bake” Baker, 79,…
Autumn Leaf Festival Schedule
From staff reports “Leaves of Blue and Gold: Celebrating Clarion University’s 150th” is the theme of the 64th annual Autumn Leaf Festival, which is Saturday, Sept. 30,…
5 ways to make homes safer
Injuries that occur around the home contribute to millions of medical visits and tens of thousands of fatalities each year. Falls account for the largest…
United Way impact campaign underway
By WILLIAM STEVENS Staff writer The United Way of Venango County’s annual impact campaign is officially underway. From now until Dec. 15, the United Way…
Pet of the day 9/28/17
Name: Zeus Breed: Terrier, American Pit Bull/ Rottweiler Age: 2 years Gender: Male Size: Large Color: Blue/ Tan Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Zeus can be…
Osso Buco with Apples and Bourbon
Makes 4 servings 4 pieces veal shank, each about 14 ounces and 2 inches thick All-purpose flour for dredging Coarse sea salt and freshly ground…
Franklin woman waives hearing in PTO case
By MARISSA DECHANT Staff writer A Franklin woman accused of embezzling more than $6,000 from the Central Elementary School PTO fund waived her preliminary hearing…
Firefighters leader outlines issues facing volunteers
By JIM MEYER Staff writer The Venango County Firefighters and Fire Chiefs Association wants township officials in the county to help fund siren systems for…
More than 120,000 flee menacing Bali volcano
BALI, Indonesia (AP) — More than 120,000 people have fled the region around the Mount Agung volcano on the Indonesian tourist island of Bali, fearing…
Bell’s homer sends Pirates to sweep of Orioles
PITTSBURGH (AP) — With four games remaining in their season, the Pittsburgh Pirates will likely finish next-to-last in the majors in home runs. But rookie…
Hugh Hefner, leader of the sexual revolution, dies at 91
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Hugh Hefner turned silk pajamas into a work uniform, women into centerfolds and sexual desire into a worldwide multimedia empire that…
Recent Deaths 9/28/17
Timothy D. Shaffer, 59, of Clarion, died Sept. 26, 2017. Eileen R. (Guth) Schill, 89, of Lucinda, died Sept. 25, 2017. Lois J. Durkit, 78,…
Cornplanter Twp. theft
Cherrytree Twp. criminal mischief
Senior center sets schedule
From staff reports Titusville Senior Center’s Annual Charity Auction will be held Friday, Oct. 20. The doors open at 5 p.m. Bidding starts at 6 p.m….
New rescue truck for OC fire department
The Oil City Fire Department recently purchased a 2017 rescue truck that allows paramedics to arrive at the scene quicker where advanced life saving care…
Pet of the day 9/27/17
Max is a sweet guy who was having a rough life on the “streets” until he was saved by a good samaritan and surrendered to…
Kung Pao cod
Servings: 6 Start to finish: 25 minutes 6 fillets of cod, or other firm fish about 2 pounds total 1 tablespoon reduced sodium soy sauce…
Man escapes injury in I-80 crash
A Cochranton man escaped injury in a tractor-trailer crash at 4 a.m. Tuesday on Interstate 80 in Irwin Township. Clintonville fire chief Gerry Rea said…
OC Salvation Army accepting assistance applications
From staff reports The Oil City Salvation Army is currently accepting applications for its Bundle Up program and will be taking applications for Christmas assistance…
‘Nothing, nothing.’ Aid lags in hurricane-torn Puerto Rico
MONTEBELLO, Puerto Rico (AP) — Relatives helped Maribel Valentin Espino find shelter when Hurricane Maria roared through her community in northern Puerto Rico. Neighbors formed…
McCutchen’s grand slam powers Pirates over Orioles
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Andrew McCutchen knew it as soon as the ball left his bat. The Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder had sent a ball 412 feet…
Bruno Mars’ Grammy scholarship expands to more kids
NEW YORK (AP) — Bruno Mars is expanding his support of a Grammy scholarship for high school students. The five-time Grammy winner had lent financial…
Recent Deaths 9/27/17
Elizabeth L. “Liz” Stephenson, 60, of Oil City, died Sept. 26, 2017. Lawrence E. “Joe” Moyer, 80, of Karns City, formerly of Parker, died Sept….
Maria empties Carolina coast; millions suffer in Puerto Rico
The Associated Press Thousands of visitors abandoned their beach vacations and evacuated North Carolina’s Outer Banks on Tuesday as a weakening Hurricane Maria moved northward…
A place in the sun
With their bright colors and tall prowess, it’s easy to see why sunflowers have found their place in the sun. After a little searching it turns…
Pet of the day 9/26/17
Sidney is a 4 year old female Siberian Husky mix. Sidney enjoys playing with toys in the yard and knows several basic commands. She is…
Pasta with Anchovies, Bell Peppers and Pangritata
Serves 4 2 large garlic cloves 7 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 12/3 ounces (about 5 heaped tablespoons) coarse fresh breadcrumbs 2 broiled red bell…
Police investigating road assault incident
From staff reports Clarion state police are searching for one or more suspects involved in an aggravated assault incident that occurred at about 4 a.m….
Cranberry ‘OK’ for now with budget impasse
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer A budget stymie in Harrisburg hasn’t yet dramatically impacted public school districts, but that time may come within a…
Mexico tallying the economic cost of big quake
MEXICO CITY (AP) — Mexican government officials are tallying up the economic losses of the magnitude 7.1 earthquake that caused widespread damage in the capital,…
Steelers tackle Villanueva: mix up led to anthem flap
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Alejandro Villanueva just wanted to get a glimpse of the American flag, the symbol he wore on his military uniform during three…
Robert Plant releases new track, announces tour
NEW YORK (AP) — Robert Plant is going on tour in North America next year to support his upcoming album, “Carry Fire.” The former Led…