Recent Deaths 11/8/17
Major James W. Miller, 90, of Ephrata, died Nov. 3, 2017. John C. Bish, 90, of New Bethlehem, died Nov. 6, 2017. Donald L. Hanby,…
November 2017
New state laws take fireworks industry by surprise
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer A small insertion into a complex state law, one that drew attention last month because it expanded casino licenses…
Majestic maples
As the area’s autumn display winds down, there were still a few magnificent maples helping to brighten the dreary days. (There are still lots of…
PA State Police trooper shot during traffic stop
NAZARETH, Pa. (AP) — A Pennsylvania State Police corporal was shot several times while exchanging gunfire with a suspect during a traffic stop Tuesday morning,…
Pet of the day 11/7/17
Name: Clara Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 1 year Gender: Female Size: Small Color: Orange/ White Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption Price: $40.00 Clara can…
Parsnip-potato latkes
Servings: 6 Start to finish: 35 minutes (Active time: 30 minutes) 1 pound parsnips, peeled and finely grated 1 pound Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and…
OC woman facing charges for burning child
By MARISSA DECHANT Staff writer An Oil City woman is facing aggravated assault charges after she allegedly burned her child with cigarettes in July. A…
Propaganda teams compete at Slippery Rock University
From staff reports A team of Franklin High School students won first place in a Propaganda tournament last week at Slippery Rock University. While playing…
At least 9 tornadoes confirmed in storms
The Associated Press A powerful storm with at least nine confirmed tornadoes tore roofs off factories, ripped away storefronts and destroyed homes across Indiana, Ohio…
Harvard honors Elton John for efforts to fight HIV, AIDS
CAMBRIDGE, Mass. (AP) — Elton John has been honored at Harvard University for his philanthropic efforts to fight HIV and AIDS. The 70-year-old singer was…
Recent Deaths 11/7/17
Stanley R. “Ray” Collins, 80, of Tionesta, died Nov. 5, 2017. Alan Roper Henschel, 82, of Marienville, formerly of New York City, died Oct. 20,…
Reading of The Names at The Wall
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund (VVMF) is hosting the reading of the names of the 58,318 service members inscribed on the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington,…
Hit and run
Missing woman found
Wentz tosses 4 TD passes, Eagles beat Broncos 51-23
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Carson Wentz and the Philadelphia Eagles are rolling into their bye week with the best record in the NFL. Von Miller and…
Pleasantville man issued detainer after DUI arrest
From staff reports A Pleasantville man was arrested for DUI at 5:45 a.m. Sunday on Grandview Road in Cornplanter Township. Franklin state police said, Zachery…
‘Defenseless people’: Gunman kills 26 at South Texas church
SUTHERLAND SPRINGS, Texas (AP) — A gunman dressed in black tactical-style gear and armed with an assault rifle opened fire inside a small South Texas…
In $121M debut, ‘Thor: Ragnarok’ and Disney flex their might
NEW YORK (AP) — “Thor: Ragnarok” thundered to one of the year’s best box-office debuts with an estimated $121 million domestically, proving again — just…
Recent Deaths 11/6/17
Connie Sue Fox, 62, of Oil City, died Nov. 4, 2017. Richard J. Kleck, 79, of Oil City, died Nov. 4, 2017. Arnold “Arn” E….
The tale of Jim Mudfish Hunter and the legend of Tommy Appleseed
I received a letter in the mail the other day with the return address of George E. Sayer. My father, my dad… Pop. Now, Pop…
Sheriff: Multiple deaths in shooting at Texas church
UPDATE: A County Commissioner in Texas says he’s been told that more than 20 people were killed and more than 20 were wounded in an…
Franklin library plans November programs
The Franklin Public Library has several programs and activities scheduled for November. The Bookmarkers Book Club will meet from noon to 1:15 p.m. Tuesday, Nov….
Counterfeit money at Red Express
Former Franklin teacher sentenced in sex case
By MARISSA DECHANT – Staff writer A former Franklin Middle School teacher who was arrested in May for engaging in a sexual relationship with a…
The swift unraveling of Kevin Spacey _ in less than a week
NEW YORK (AP) — It took less than a week for two-time Oscar winner Kevin Spacey to go from admired stage, TV and film star…
Sprint, T-Mobile end merger talks
NEW YORK (AP) — Wireless carriers Sprint and T-Mobile called off a potential merger, saying the companies couldn’t come to an agreement that would benefit…
Boeser gets hat trick as Canucks beat Penguins 4-2
VANCOUVER, British Columbia (AP) — Brock Boeser made all the right plays for Jacob Markstrom and the Vancouver Canucks, except for one. Boeser had three…
Bluegrass band to perform Nov. 10
The Tiger Maple String Band will perform Friday, Nov. 10, as part of the Oil City Arts Council’s Winter Concert Series. The concert featuring this…
Missing person with disability
Police say that Kaprice Amara West, age 21, left her home on Pone Lane in Franklin October 31, 2017 in an unknown vehicle with an…
OC man facing third set of rape charges
By MARISSA DECHANT – Staff writer An Oil City man is facing a third wave of juvenile rape charges after allegedly having inappropriate contact with…
Crashed Russian helicopter raised from its Arctic seabed
COPENHAGEN, Denmark (AP) — A Russian helicopter that crashed off Norway’s Arctic Svalbard archipelago with eight people onboard last month was raised Saturday from the…
Garbrandt gets pep talks from Kobe, Tyson before UFC fight
NEW YORK (AP) — Cody Garbrandt got a pair of championship pep talks in the week leading up to the biggest fight of his career:…
Actor Lou Diamond Phillips charged with DWI in Texas
PORTLAND, Texas (AP) — Actor Lou Diamond Phillips faces a driving while intoxicated charge in Texas for an incident that happened just hours before he…
Recent Deaths 11/4/17
Arnold “Arn” E. Weaver, 75, of Franklin, died Tuesday, Oct. 31, 2017. Edna R. McCleary, 93, of Corsica, formerly of Miola, died Thursday, Nov. 2, 2017. For…
Rome Twp. theft
Jones Twp. accident
It’s a small wonder
Precious Paws Animal Rescue, Clarion PAWS and Clarion PUPs are looking for homes for some youngsters. Meanwhile, it’s time to make the final bids for…
Pet of the day 11/3/17
Name: Lily Breed: Retriever, Labrador mix Age: 1 year Gender: Female Size: Medium Color: Black/ White Declawed: No House-trained: Partially Adoption Price: $75.00 Lily can…
Silken Chicken
Serves 2 to 4 For marinating the chicken: 4 boned, skinned chicken breast halves (about 11/4 pounds) 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice…
Sugarcreek council reviews firefighter tax credit ordinance
By WILLIAM STEVENS Staff writer Sugarcreek Borough Council members reviewed an ordinance at their meeting Wednesday that would allow a tax credit for volunteer firefighters…
Men seeking medical pot bombard gynecologist’s office
ALTOONA (AP) — A Pennsylvania gynecologist says she has been inundated with calls from men trying to set up appointments after hearing she was permitted…
Butler man accused of assaulting 5-year-old girl
From staff reports A Butler man has been jailed on charges accusing him of sexually assaulting a five-year-old girl in Venango County. A criminal complaint…
2 from area take firsts at 4-H horse show
From staff reports Several 4-H members represented Venango County at the Pennsylvania 4-H horse show Oct. 27-29 in Harrisburg. Here is a rundown of the…
Attack victims honored as city, investigators seek answers
NEW YORK (AP) — The eight people killed in a truck driver’s rampage were honored by friends and strangers Thursday with a nighttime walk down…
Flames top Pens in OT, 2-1
CALGARY, Alberta (AP) — It was another strong performance from Mike Smith on Thursday night. Smith made 43 saves, Mark Giordano scored 2:19 into overtime…
Review: ‘A Bad Moms Christmas’ tastes like a stale chestnut
The Associated Press In that old Christmas stalwart “Love Actually,” the wonderful Bill Nighy plays an aging rock star angling for an easy payday by…
Recent Deaths 11/3/17
Alice A. Schubert, 87, of President Township, died Oct. 29, 2017. Sally Mae Dale, 86, of Ahrensville, died Oct. 31, 2017. Donald Dwayne Cunningham, 88, died…
Venango Co. Toys for Tots gearing up for Christmas season
From staff reports Flush from providing more than 500 toys to children in the area last year, the annual Marine Corps Reserve’s Toys for Tots…
Many uses for leftover Halloween candy
Halloween is certainly known for the spooky decorations that adorn homes and for the creative costumes children put on to canvas the neighborhood. But for…
Pet of the day 11/2/17
Lily is a beautiful, all gray, young adult, female. She is friendly, current on vaccines and tested negative for fiv & leukemia. Lily can be…