Root Vegetable Gratin
Start to finish: 1 hour, 40 minutes (40 active) Servings: 10 to 12 1 3/4 cups whole milk 2 cups heavy cream 4 large sprigs…
2017
Region had some noteworthy orchestras
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer As the Venango Chamber Orchestra celebrates its 25th anniversary, it follows a long tradition of enduring and well-known musical…
Severe storm leaves about 700K without power in Northeast
HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — A severe storm packing hurricane force wind gusts and soaking rain swept through the Northeast early Monday, knocking out power for…
Steelers lean on D, Smith-Schuster in 20-15 win
DETROIT (AP) — JuJu Smith-Schuster made an inside move like a veteran and used his young legs to do the rest. The rookie receiver scored…
Clooney’s ‘Suburbicon’ tanks, ‘Saw’ sequel No. 1 with $16.3M
NEW YORK (AP) — George Clooney’s “Suburbicon” notched one of the most dismal wide-release debuts in recent years on a sluggish pre-Halloween weekend where the…
Recent Deaths 10/30/17
Maurice A. Latshaw, 92, of Seneca, died Oct. 27, 2017. Carol A. (Zelinski) Overmoyer, 69, of Tionesta, died Oct. 27, 2017. Marjorie Lee “Marge” Bergin,…
The Billy Price Band at The Crawford Center
EMLENTON — The Billy Price Band and Soulful Femme will perform at 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 4, at The Crawford Center, 511 Hill St., Emlenton. …
Disorderly conduct/Harassment
2 facing charges after discovery of body at brushfire
Franklin police said they believe a Franklin woman was brutally beaten, and then her body was disposed of in a brush fire in an attempt…
Why the explosive growth of e-commerce could mean more jobs
WASHINGTON (AP) — When the robots came to online retailer Boxed, dread came, too: The familiar fear that the machines would take over, leaving a…
Teller delivers strong, thoughtful turn in vet drama
“Thank You For Your Service” may be an Iraq war film. But its most harrowing scene takes place far from the battlefield: in the sterile,…
Koivu’s third-period goal lifts Wild past Penguins 2-1
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Best known as a defensive-minded center, Mikko Koivu came up big at the other end Saturday night for the Minnesota…
The Young Americans to visit region, performances slated in Franklin, Clarion areas
From staff reports The Young Americans, a non-profit organization performing group based in southern California, is seeking area students in third through 12th grade to…
Cooperstown man accused of trying to auction stolen property
By MARISSA DECHANT – Staff writer A Cooperstown man is facing nearly 30 felony charges after he allegedly attempted to auction off $13,000 worth of…
‘Stranger Things 2’ avoids sophomore slump
THE SERIES: “Stranger Things 2” WHEN, WHERE: Streaming on Netflix WHAT IT’S ABOUT: It’s 1984, a year after the cataclysmic events rattled a small Indiana town, and everyone…
Sailboat survivors recount doomed Pacific voyage
HONOLULU (AP) — Trapped on a storm-battered boat in the middle of the Pacific Ocean for months, Jennifer Appel and Tasha Fuiava were just about…
Astros start fast, top Dodgers 5-3 for 2-1 World Series lead
HOUSTON (AP) — A perfect fit in their own place, the Houston Astros are halfway home. George Springer and the Astros broke out the bats early this…
Recent Deaths 10/28/17
Tanja M. Fitzgerald, 56, of Seneca, died Thursday, Oct. 26, 2017. William “Bill” Shawl, 80, of Florence, Kentucky, died Wednesday, Oct. 25, 2017. LaVerne B. Wentworth,…
Rockland Twp. criminal mischief
All dressed up ….
Several adoptable cats are all dressed up and have somewhere to go… hopefully to a good home. The Pumpkin Patch cat adoption event will be…
Pet of the day 10/27/17
Charity is an adorable female kitten. She is current on age appropriate vaccines and tested negative for fiv and leukemia. Charity can be found at…
Cajun-style stew with andouille and turkey
Servings: 8 Start to finish: 45 minutes (Active time: 25 minutes) 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 8 ounces tasso ham or other smoked ham, cut into…
‘Sleepy Hollow’ opens today
The Advanced Youth Theatre program at the Barrow-Civic Theatre will bring to the stage its fall production of “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” today and…
JFK Files: Thousand released but Trump holds back others
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump has blocked the release of hundreds of records on the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, bending to CIA…
Kessel does it again!
PITTSBURGH (AP) – Phil Kessel’s 300th career goal at 1:07 of overtime lifted the Pittsburgh Penguins to a 2-1 victory over the Winnipeg Jets on…
Ashley Judd: ‘Tipping point’ on sexual harassment is here
NEW YORK (AP) — Ashley Judd says the continuing flurry of allegations against Harvey Weinstein means society is at a “tipping point” on sexual harassment….
Recent Deaths 10/27/17
Allan I. “Bud” Daum, 93, of Butler, passed away Tuesday, Oct. 24, 2017. Brenda Kosciolek (nee Defibaugh), 59, of Marysville, went home to be with…
Trick-or-treating safety tips
Every year children anxiously count down the days until they are able to put on their costumes and head out into the neighborhood in search…
Pet of the day 10/26/17
Name: Dora Breed: Domestic Shorthair mix Age: 2 years Gender: Female Size: Medium Color: Black and White Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption Price: $40.00 Dora…
Buttermilk biscuits
— Keep the fat and buttermilk cold — Cut lard into a small dice. If using butter, grate with a box grater — Use a…
Venango County Historical Society to hold annual meeting Nov. 2
The Venango County Historical Society’s annual meeting will be held Thursday, Nov. 2, in the social room of Christ United Methodist Church on Buffalo Street,…
The Latest: At least 4 dead in Finland train crash
HELSINKI (AP) — The Latest on train crash in southern Finland (all times local): 10:50 a.m. Police in Finland say that at least four people…
Bryant benched by Tomlin
PITTSBURGH (AP) – The Pittsburgh Steelers have no plans to trade Martavis Bryant. They also apparently don’t have any plans to play him either. At…
‘Will & Grace’ star Sean Hayes reveals emergency surgery
LOS ANGELES (AP) — “Will & Grace” star Sean Hayes says he was hospitalized earlier this month after his small intestine burst. Hayes told Ellen…
Recent Deaths 10/26/17
Laura Lynn Tate, of Franklin, passed away peacefully Tuesday, Oct. 24, 2017. James B. “Jim” Deeter, 70, of Titusville, passed away Monday, Oct. 23, 2017….
Cranberry Twp. retail theft
Pinegrove Twp. criminal mischief
Pet of the day 10/25/17
Name: Cupcake Breed: Boxer mix Age: 4 years Size: Medium Gender: Female Color: Brown/ black Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Adoption Price: $75.00 Cupcake can be…
Pumpkin and spice breakfast bowl
Servings: 4 Start to finish: 15 minutes, plus freezing and thawing time Base: 1 large ripe banana, sliced 1 1/2 cups canned pumpkin puree 1…
Oil City School District extends administrator compensation pact
By JIM MEYER Staff writer The Oil City Area School Board on Monday night approved to extend the Act 93 administrator compensation agreement through June…
EPA chemical review would exclude millions of tons of toxins
BILLINGS, Mont. (AP) — Spurred by the chemical industry, President Donald Trump’s administration is retreating from a congressionally mandated review of some of the most…
Kessel’s OT winner leads Pens past Oilers
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Connor McDavid keeps getting the better of Sidney Crosby. Statistically, anyway. Considering the end result, it’s a trade-off Crosby and the Pittsburgh…
Viewership down for ‘Walking Dead’ debut
NEW YORK (AP) — “The Walking Dead” aired its 100th episode for its eighth season premiere the other night, although it wasn’t necessarily cause for…
Recent Deaths 10/25/17
Pauline S. Hindman, 81, of Franklin, died Oct. 22, 2017. Violet Doris Hill, 79, of Clarion, died Oct. 23, 2017. Ronald Richard “Rick” Riddle, 69,…
Work at Christ Episcopal Church continues
Terry Chiaramonte, of Gustafson General Contracting, scrapes the paint on one of the doors Monday at Christ Episcopal Church in Oil City. Renovation work on…
Autumn ambiance
Trees around the area showed their true colors this weekend in a brilliant display that seemed to just erupt up overnight. The Pennsylvania Department of…
Pet of the day 10/24/17
Name: Binky Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 1 year Gender: Male Size: Medium Color: Grey/ White Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption Price: $40.00 Binky can…
Mashed sweet potatoes with roasted garlic
Serves 8 Start to finish: 1 hour, including roasting the garlic ROASTED GARLIC: 1 head garlic 2 teaspoons olive oil Generous pinch salt Preheat the…
Man who stabbed fellow high school students pleads guilty
GREENSBURG (AP) — A man has pleaded guilty to stabbing 20 fellow students and a security guard at his suburban Pittsburgh high school more three…
Rimersburg man dies in Clarion County crash
From staff reports Clarion state police said a Rimersburg man died in an one-vehicle accident Monday in Licking Township. According to police, Kenneth “Shane” Kriebel,…