November 2017
Honoring the Brave
1,500 red, white and blue stars with names of veterans from the Sandycreek community hang on the doors of Sandycreek Elementary School. Students were asked to…
Army Seeks Vets Who Participated in Chemical, Biological Agent Testing
A recent class action lawsuit victory requires the U.S. Army to provide medical care to veterans who served as volunteers during research involving chemical and…
Pet of the day 11/13/17
Anya is a sweet little girl that came in as a stray. She is a beautiful Tortoiseshell. She tested negative for fiv and leukemia, and…
Seven fishes sauce
Servings: 6 Start to finish: 30 minutes 2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, plus more for garnish 6 garlic cloves, minced 1/2 teaspoon red pepper…
Hundreds march against sexual harassment
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Armed with signs, catchy phrases and a motivation to take #MeToo beyond the internet and into real life, a few hundred…
Tomlin looks to clean up things after Steelers beat Colts
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Mike Tomlin liked what he saw. The Pittsburgh Steelers were gritty and gruff Sunday. They dug down, fought back and rallied for…
‘Thor’ tops ‘Daddy’s Home 2,’ ‘Orient Express’ at box office
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The God of Thunder isn’t ready to relinquish his box office throne yet. Studios estimated Sunday that “Thor: Ragnarok” added $56.6…
Recent Deaths 11/13/17
Steven S. Glass, 48, of Venus, died Nov. 11, 2017. Helen Ray McMahon, 87, of Leominster, Massachusetts, died Nov. 9, 2017. Suszann Rosemarie Wurster, 49,…
‘A Christmas Story — The Musical’ at Oil City High School Nov. 17-18
Eli Moser (left), who plays Ralphie Parker; Tyler Hare, who portrays Jean Shepard, and Truman Littler, who plays The Old man, rehearse a scene from…
Veterans Day 2018 target date for Franklin WWI monuments
By JUDITH O. ETZEL – Contributing writer The formal dedication of Venango County’s World War I monuments in Franklin may be a full year away,…
OC Council wants stiffer penalties for unruly houses
By JUDITH O. ETZEL – Contributing writer An Oil City resident who keeps a location ripe for “idleness, gaming, drinking … or misbehavior” is due…
Disneyland shuts cooling towers after Legionnaires’ cases
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Disneyland has shut down two cooling towers after people who visited the Southern California theme park came down with Legionnaires’ disease….
Texas church members gather for 1st time since attack
SUTHERLAND SPRINGS, Texas (AP) — Hundreds of people will gather in the tiny town of Sutherland Springs, Texas, on Sunday to worship with surviving members…
Filip Forsberg lifts Predators past Penguins 5-4 in SO
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — In a city that appreciates an impressive debut performance, new Nashville Predators center Kyle Turris produced quite a first game Saturday…
12 Cranberry students take part in U.N. conference
From staff reports Twelve students represented Cranberry at the Pennsylvania High School United Nations Conference and were named the Outstanding Small Delegation last weekend at…
Venus man killed in Clarion County crash
From staff reports A Venus man was killed in a one-vehicle crash that occurred late Wednesday night along Route 208 in Elk Township, Clarion County….
Smashing Pumpkins’ Corgan reboots Nat’l Wrestling Alliance
Billy Corgan has a plan to resurrect an old favorite, a project tinged with nostalgia, yet firmly with an eye on sparking a new generation…
Community to honor church attack victims on Veterans Day
SUTHERLAND SPRINGS, Texas (AP) — Veterans Day has special meaning this year in the small South Texas community where a church massacre occurred last weekend….
Power play thrives, Holtby hits milestone as Caps beat Pens
WASHINGTON (AP) — Braden Holtby joined the legendary Ken Dryden in the record books and has the Washington Capitals’ suddenly potent power play to thank…
Recent Deaths 11/11/17
Cody Alan Manners, 27, of Titusville, died Thursday, Nov. 9, 2017. Henry “Mac” McFadden, 92, of Oil City, died Thursday, Nov. 9, 2017. Roy R. Ferringer,…
Cranberry Twp. accident
Titusville 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…
Staying PAWSitive
A Clarion PAWS Facebook post details the rescue’s plight. The Venango County Humane Society welcomes a new executive director. Clarion PUPS, Precious Paws Animal Rescue…
Pet of the day 11/10/17
Dirk is a 6 month old, male, German Shepard/Lab mix. Dirk was surrendered to the rescue when owners reported he was too high energy and…
Creamed kale made with Parmesan cheese
Serves 4 to 6 Start to finish: 20 minutes 1 ½ pounds kale 1 1/2 cups heavy cream Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper to…
Man could be in Erie or headed south
From staff reports New details have emerged in the case of a missing Titusville man who has not been seen for more than two weeks…
Titusville youths to participate in Smokeout event
From staff reports Youth members from the YWCA, United Way Kids, Titusville High and Middle school will take to the streets on Thursday to show…
U.S., Russia nearing agreement on resolving Syrian civil war
WASHINGTON (AP) — The United States and Russia are nearing an agreement on Syria for how they hope to resolve the Arab country’s civil war…
Steelers try to stay on task as schedule suddenly opens up
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Colts in Indianapolis. Then, the Titans at home on Thursday night. That’s it. That’s as much of his team’s schedule that…
Music Review: Taylor Swift’s ‘reputation’ is pure pop magic
The Associated Press If you’d stop thinking about her reputation, you’d actually appreciate the musicality of Taylor Swift’s “reputation.” Sure, she named the album that…
Recent Deaths 11/10/17
Paul F. Milford, 82, of Greenville, formerly of Springfield, Missouri, and Franklin, died Nov. 8, 2017. Mary R. Heasley, 86, died Nov. 2, 2017. Joyce Eleanor…
OC Veterans Day walk scheduled Saturday
From staff reports Oil City American Legion Post 32 will conduct the annual Veterans Day memorial service in Oil City on Saturday. The program will…
Steps to save energy this winter
Conserving energy is not just an eco-friendly endeavor, but a potentially lucrative one as well. Homeowners and apartment dwellers alike who attempt to conserve energy…
Pet of the day 11/9/17
Name: Wishbone Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 1 year Gender: Male Size: Medium Color: Orange Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption Price: $40.00 Fishbone can be…
Green salad with roasted apple and pumpkin vinaigrette
Servings: 4 Start to finish: 30 minutes Salad: 2 large tart apples (such as Granny Smith), cut into 1-inch cubes (unpeeled), about 3 cups 2…
Man waives hearing in vehicle theft case
By MARISSA DECHANT Staff writer An Ohio man accused of stealing a vehicle Saturday evening from the Country Fair on Oil City’s North Side waived…
UPMC Northwest begins training officials to save lives
From staff reports UPMC Northwest is taking a role in the national Stop the Bleed campaign, an initiative that teaches bystanders basic first aid for…
Hospital to have moms stay with opioid-addicted babies
PITTSBURGH (AP) — A Pittsburgh hospital is opening a unit for that will allow women to stay with their opioid-addicted infants, aiming to foster better…
Conner, Watson embracing secondary role behind Bell
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Terrell Watson has been there. James Conner, too. The Pittsburgh Steelers running backs know what it’s like to have the ball in…
CMA Awards highlighted by political, emotional moments
The Associated Press The 2017 Country Music Association Awards marked one of its most political and emotional shows in years, as the night offered powerful…
Recent Deaths 11/9/17
Erma J. Pacior, 85, of Fort Collins, Colorado, formerly of Oil City, died Nov. 5, 2017. Terrance L. McFetridge, 71, of Oil City, died Nov….
Walmart theft
Pine Creek Twp. accident
Pet of the day 11/8/17
Ruger is an approximately a 1 year old, male, Lab mix. He was surrendered by his owners, who only had him for short period of…
Green salad with pear dressing, Gorgonzola cheese and toasted walnuts
Start to finish: 40 minutes (20 active) Servings: 8 1 very ripe small pear, peeled, cored and sliced 1/2-inch thick (it should measure 2/3-3/4 cup…
2 cited after dog incident in Oil City
From staff reports Oil City police have filed summary charges against two women in connection with an incident Saturday in Siverly in which police shot…
Local schools slate Veterans Day events
From staff reports Veterans Day luncheon slated Thursday at CHS Cranberry High School will hold a Veterans Day luncheon Thursday. The luncheon, which will be…
Pens spoil Tocchet’s return in victory over Coyotes
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Penguins coach Mike Sullivan understands the risk/reward when he pairs Evgeni Malkin and Phil Kessel. When fully engaged and focused on the…
Review: ‘Murder on the Orient Express’ is a lavish romp
The Associated Press Kenneth Branagh’s “Murder on the Orient Express ” is a visual feast, bursting with movie stars, glamour and production value so high, you…