Winter artistry
By Sydney Herdle – Staff writer Josh Rowe’s attention to detail has him spending hours in the freezing cold focusing on the intricacy of snowflakes…
December 2017
Police seeking man wanted for PFA violation
Franklin Industries is celebrating success
By MARISSA DECHANT – Staff writer In the wake of some recent local business closures, one Franklin company is forging a new identity while maintaining…
Extreme cold to test New Year’s revelers; some events iced
Dress in layers, lay off the booze and bring some hand warmers. Those are some of the tips offered for the huge crowd of revelers…
No. 9 Penn State tops No. 12 Washington 35-28 in Fiesta Bowl
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Converting on third downs had been a sore spot at Penn State, so coach James Franklin made it a point of…
‘Phantom Thread’ spins a rich showcase for Day-Lewis
With echoes of “Rebecca” and lavish Max Ophuls productions, writer and director Paul Thomas Anderson spins the tale of an obsessive fashion designer and his…
Full slate of entertainment planned for First Night
First Night Oil City will be held from 5:30 p.m. until midnight Sunday. The celebration is marking its 20th year. Entertainers who will join the…
New Year holiday closings
Several businesses and offices will have adjusted hours or services due to the New Year holiday. Here is a rundown: Municipal offices The Venango and…
Georgetown Road crash
Motive sought in California law firm shooting with 2 dead
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Police are trying to learn what motivated a man to walk into a law firm where he worked and shoot two…
Ringo Starr, Bee Gee Barry Gibb tapped as British knights
LONDON (AP) — A Beatle and a Bee Gee are among the celebrated citizens who have been selected for knighthood and other awards given in…
Hurricanes beat Penguins 2-1 for 4th straight win
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — A coaches’ challenge wiped away the Carolina Hurricanes’ first go-ahead goal. There was no doubting the second one. Sebastian Aho’s goal…
Recent Deaths 12/30/17
Minnie Avonell Bonacker, 94, of Franklin, died Tuesday, Dec. 26, 2017. Charles W. Bolton, 89, of Franklin, formerly of Greensburg, died Thursday, Dec. 28, 2017. Laurence…
Doing a double take
Several area animal rescues have a couple of pairs available for adoption. Meanwhile, a couple of rabies clinics have been scheduled. Precious pair Precious Paws…
Franklin man charged after domestic dispute
From staff reports A Franklin man is facing charges for allegedly assaulting and restraining his girlfriend. A criminal complaint filed by Franklin police says Chakotay…
Cold for a Cause polar plunge planned
From staff reports The Oil City YMCA and Two Mile Run County Park are hosting the first Cold for a Cause polar plunge Saturday, Jan….
Pet of the day 12/29/17
Name: Dolly Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 1 year Gender: Female Size: Medium Color: Black/ White Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption Price: $40.00 Dolly can…
Chopped winter salad
Serves 6 Start to finish: 50 minutes 1 pound cubed (3/4-inch) butternut squash Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper to taste 4 tablespoons olive oil,…
New York City fire kills 12, including 4 children
NEW YORK (AP) — New York City’s deadliest residential fire in decades spread through every floor of a Bronx apartment building within a matter of…
Fire marshal elaborates on arson ruling in OC blaze
By JIM MEYER Staff Writer A state police fire marshal on Thursday explained his arson ruling following an investigation into Tuesday’s fire at a home…
St. Stephen fundraiser nets 3,250 pairs of shoes
From staff reports Eighth-grade students at St. Stephen Elementary School in Oil City conducted a fundraiser before Christmas in which they were able to collect…
Apple apologizes for secretly slowing older iPhones
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Apple apologized for secretly slowing down older iPhones, a move it said was necessary to avoid unexpected shutdowns related to battery…
Steelers close to team mark for sacks in a season
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Improved coverage in the Pittsburgh Steelers’ secondary has allowed the defense an opportunity to make team history. The Steelers have 50 sacks,…
Tightest security ever for New Year’s after deadly attacks
NEW YORK (AP) — Police are promising a bigger security detail than ever before in Times Square for this year’s New Year’s Eve celebration, which…
Recent Deaths 12/29/17
Simon Leroy Fye, 92, of Knox, died Dec. 28, 2017. Norma J. Wood, 88, of Franklin, died Dec. 26, 2017. Pauline J. Lalley, 87, of Oil City,…
Cranberry Twp. criminal mischief
Seneca criminal mischief
Cranberry accident
How to succeed with your New Year’s resolution
While it’s difficult to gauge just how many people make New Year’s resolutions each year, various factors suggest millions of people resolve to improve their…
Pet of the day 12/28/17
Sammie Mae is a delightful, 18 month old, brindle Boxer mix who recently weaned a large litter of puppies. Still a puppy herself, Sammie Mae…
Korean grain bowl
Servings: 4 Start to finish: 80 minutes (45 active) For the miso sesame sauce: 3 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 tablespoons rice vinegar 2 tablespoons white…
Food, showers, tents: Does the help help the homeless?
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Mohammed Aly does not see any reason why he shouldn’t try to ease the lives of Orange County’s homeless. But the…
Stars power Penguins
PITTSBURGH (AP) – Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin scored in the shootout, and the Pittsburgh Penguins rallied past the Columbus Blue Jackets 5-4 on Wednesday…
Vanity Fair: video mocking Hillary Clinton ‘missed the mark’
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Vanity Fair is trying to defuse criticism of a video mocking Hillary Clinton and her presidential aspirations. In a statement Wednesday,…
Recent Deaths 12/28/17
Beverly Lackey, 87, of Meadville, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 26, 2017. Donald E. McMullen of Franklin, formerly of Sandy Lake, passed away early Wednesday, Dec….
Pet of the day 12/27/17
Name: Screamer Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 5 months Gender: Male Size: Small Color: Orange Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption Price: $50.00 Screamer can be…
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…
Vegetable carpaccio
Servings: 6 Start to finish: 1 hour Berbere Drizzle: 1 tablespoon sesame oil 2 tablespoons safflower oil 1 tablespoon Berbere Spice Blend (recipe follows) Garlic…
Days of bitter cold ahead for Midwest, Northeast
ERIE (AP) — As snow continues to pile up in Erie, which already has nearly 63 inches on the ground, forecasters warn of frigid, sub-zero…
Tomlin noncommittal about lineup for finale vs. Browns
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Mike Tomlin isn’t sure how long of a break he wants to give his star players before the postseason begins. The Pittsburgh…
Stars, fans say goodbye to “Nashville” in final season
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — “Nashville” survived one previous cancellation, but the final curtain call is coming for the TV melodrama about the trials and tribulations…
Recent Deaths 12/27/17
Ronald O. Whitehill, 90, of Lafayette Hill, formerly of Clarion, died Dec. 24, 2017. Marian Elizabeth Goughler, 63, of Dallas, Georgia, died Dec. 18, 2017….
Pet of the day 12/26/17
Josie appears to be an adult, female, Pug/Beagle mix that came to the rescue as a stray after being found wandering around the local Walmart…
Lentil soup
Servings: 8 Start to finish: 45 minutes, including cook time 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 large onion, chopped (about 2 cups chopped) 1 stalk celery,…
Winter Wings
As the snow falls and the temperatures cool, more and more winter birds are filtering into the region. Jeffrey Hall, of Franklin, a member of…
Houston’s Yates struggles again in 34-6 loss to Steelers
HOUSTON (AP) — Houston’s quarterback woes continued on Monday, and it led to yet another loss. T.J. Yates had two turnovers in the first half…
Christmas storm brings record snow to Erie
ERIE (AP) — Forecasters say a Christmas storm dumped a record amount of snow on the Pennsylvania city of Erie and surrounding areas. The National…
Tilt! Old-school pinball is no longer old-school
ELK GROVE VILLAGE, Ill. (AP) — The old-school arcade game of pinball is resurging in popularity. Interest has skyrocketed over the last decade or so,…
Recent Deaths 12/26/17
Norma Jean (Shreffler) Heeter, 85, formerly of Seneca and Oil City, died Dec. 22, 2017. Emma J. (Marshall) Lutz, 91, of Oil City, died Dec. 23, 2017….
Being Santa
“Santa played properly is a beautiful thing!” – Ray Eldridge, the roaming Santa of Meadville, who personified the role for many years from the 1980s…