First Night committee finalizing plans for event’s 20th year
As the 20th anniversary of First Night Oil City rapidly approaches, the event planning committee is finalizing plans for a truly gala anniversary event for…
November 2017
Franklin man accused of operating meth lab, assault
By JIM MEYER – Staff writer A Franklin man is facing charges related to operating a methamphetamine lab and domestic assault. A criminal complaint filed…
Woman must pay Katy Perry for interfering with convent sale
LOS ANGELES (AP) — A jury has found that a businesswoman must pay $5 million to singer Katy Perry and the archdiocese of Los Angeles,…
Police officer killed in Pennsylvania, gunman at large
NEW KENSINGTON, Pa. (AP) — An intense search is underway in western Pennsylvania for a suspect in the fatal shooting of a police officer. The…
Truex fastest among championship contenders at Homestead
HOMESTEAD, Fla. (AP) — Martin Truex Jr. was the fastest of the four NASCAR Cup Series championship contenders in qualifying and will start second Sunday…
Recent Deaths 11/18/17
Monica E. Uplinger, 80, of Warner Robins, Georgia, formerly of the Marienville area, died Wednesday, Nov. 15, 2017. Vernon C. Cratty, 95, of Polk, died Thursday,…
Outlook promising for black bear season
It’s not exactly a good news, bad news kind of thing with Pennsylvania black bears. It’s more of a good news, challenging news story. The…
Pet of the day 11/17/17
Name: Gabby Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 6 months Gender: Female Size: Small Color: Black/ Grey Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption Price: $50.00 Gabby can…
Blackberry-Ripple Lime Cheesecake
Serves 10 Crust 11/2 cups pecans 2 tablespoons sugar 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, melted Filling 2 6-ounce packages ripe blackberries 2 tablespoons packed…
Coats of many colors
This week All About Animals is highlighting adoptable animals with curious coats and or spontaneous spots. Of course, beauty is in the eye of the…
Light-Up Night is Saturday
From staff reports Franklin will illuminate the winter darkness and kick off the holiday season as it celebrates Light-Up Night this Saturday. The celebration starts…
Sandycreek spelling bee held
Sandycreek Elementary School held a spelling bee Wednesday. Winners were (from left) Gavin Eakin, sixth grade; Ella Marbich, fifth grade; Alex Johnston, fourth grade; and…
Steelers make statement in rout of Titans
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The end is creeping up on Ben Roethlisberger. There have been times this season when the 35-year-old Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback looks every…
Rare Superman comic to be auctioned
LOS ANGELES (AP) — A well-preserved issue of the 1938 comic book to feature Superman is heading to the auction block. Profiles in History announced Friday…
Charles Manson alive as reports swirl of ill health
LOS ANGELES (AP) — For nearly 50 years Charles Manson has been the living personification of evil, a demonic presence captured in scores of photos,…
Recent Deaths 11/17/17
Jeremiah Sheatz, 33, of Nineveh, died Nov. 15, 2017. Edward H. Schenck III, 75, of Uniontown, Ohio, died Nov. 12, 2017. Thomas Frank O’Brien, 69, of Yucca…
Veterans honored
Reno United Methodist Church honored its veterans during a Nov. 12 service. Pictured are Bob Carter (from left), Mike Gutmiller, Bogan Goughler, Al Rearick, Bob McClintock, Jerry…
Scrubgrass Twp. accident
Oil City DUI
Paint Twp. recovered stolen vehicle
Easy ‘green’ Thanksgiving ideas
Thanksgiving is a holiday to give thanks and share special moments with family and friends. While the original Thanksgiving might have taken place during a…
Pet of the day 11/16/17
Kriste is an approximately 5 year old, female Collie/Husky mix that was surrendered to the rescue when the owners reported they were losing their home….
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…
Butterscotchy oatmeal cookies
Start to finish: 40 minutes, not including optional refrigeration time Makes 16 to 18 cookies 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1…
Shippenville man arrested in armed robbery
By BRETT R. WHITLING CLARION NEWS Writer A 23-year-old Shippenville man allegedly robbed Kaival Food Mart on Main Street in Clarion Borough of cigarettes…
Drivers sought for OC Area Meals on Wheels
From staff reports The Venango County Senior Volunteer Program, in partnership with the Oil City Area Meals on Wheels, is looking for volunteers age 55…
Russia warns US media of possible foreign agent status
MOSCOW (AP) — Russia’s Justice Ministry said Thursday it has warned several U.S. government-funded news outlets that they could be designated as foreign agents under…
Da Vinci’s Christ painting sells for record $450M
NEW YORK (AP) — A painting of Christ by the Renaissance master Leonardo da Vinci sold for a record $450 million (380 million euros) at…
Recent Deaths 11/16/17
Frances (Frannie) Bruno Rodgers, 90, of Oil City, died Nov. 15, 2017. Richard L. Reed, 85, of Tidioute, died Nov. 14, 2017. Doris Kline Work Nelson,…
Pet of the day 11/15/17
Name: Butch Breed: Domestic Shorthair mix Age: 9 months Gender: Male Size: Medium Color: Black/ White Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption Price: $40.00 Butch can…
Avocado and goat cheese toast with persimmon
Servings: 4 Start to finish: 10 minutes 4 slices of whole grain bread, toasted 1/4 cup soft herbed goat cheese (or herb and garlic cream…
Franklin native named director of Associated Artists of Pittsburgh
PITTSBURGH – Franklin native Madeline L. Gent has been named the executive director of the Associated Artists of Pittsburgh. The choice was made after a…
Northern California gunman kills 4, wounds 10 in rampage
RANCHO TEHAMA RESERVE, Calif. (AP) — The gunman behind a rampage in Northern California was out on bail for a charge of stabbing a neighbor,…
Penguins cut down Sabres in overtime
PITTSBURGH (AP) – Sidney Crosby ended a long goal drought and assisted on Conor Sheary’s game-winner 16 seconds into overtime as the Pittsburgh Penguins beat…
Julia Roberts says ‘Wonder’ shows radical power of kindness
LONDON (AP) — “Wonder” could have been designed as an antidote to the headlines. It’s a thoroughly positive movie about the importance of kindness. Based…
Recent Deaths 11/15/17
Lela May Powers, 88, of Dill City, Oklahoma, formerly of Rimersburg, passed away Friday, Oct. 27, 2017. Erma J. Pacior, 85, of Fort Collins, Colorado,…
Walmart theft
Oakland Twp. accident
Cranberry Twp. accident
OC co-principal updates board on PSSA scores
By JIM MEYER Staff writer Oil City High School co-principal Lynda Weller told school board members Monday the district’s scores on the Pennsylvania School System…
The coming cold
Red squirrels and other critters were busy preparing for the coming cold. The hemlock tree was full this weekend of birds and squirrels working to…
Pet of the day 11/14/17
Name: Spike Breed: Terrier, American Staffordshire. Retriever Age: 1 year Gender: Male Size: Large Color: Black/ White Declawed: No House-trained: Partially Adoption Price: $75.00 Spike…
Blackened Shrimp and Corn Chowder
Makes 8 to 10 servings 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 medium Spanish onion, finely chopped 2 celery stalks, finely chopped 2 medium banana peppers,…
St. Joseph Students Participate in Red Ribbon Week
Students at St. Joseph School recently participated in Red Ribbon Week, a drug-free awareness program. Students were visited by Trooper Jason Siegel from the Franklin…
Cranberry won’t hike taxes above 3.3 percent index
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer Cranberry School Board members approved a resolution Monday night that the district will not raise taxes above the state-set…
Volunteer drivers needed to help transport veterans
From staff reports Erie VA Medical Center’s DAV Volunteer Transportation Network is looking for individuals who are detail-oriented, reliable and enjoy working with veterans to…
Rescuers search debris after Iran-Iraq quake kills over 530
SARPOL-E-ZAHAB, Iran (AP) — Rescuers on Tuesday used backhoes and heavy equipment to dig through the debris of buildings toppled by a powerful earthquake on…
‘Hannity’ fans smash Keurig brewers over pulled ads
NEW YORK (AP) — Supporters of conservative host Sean Hannity’s Fox News Channel show are responding to a decision by Keurig to stop advertising on…
Recent Deaths 11/14/17
Georgia Jean DiDominic, 82, formerly of Oil City, died Nov. 13, 2017. Edward C. Zillifro, 86, of Slippery Rock, formerly of Oil City, died Nov….