Tom Petty a rock classicist from the beginning
The Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) — Given the leather jacket and sneer Tom Petty wore on the cover of his 1976 debut, many people…
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Recent Deaths 10/3/17
Mary Ellen Martin, 72, of Vernon Township, died Sept, 28, 2017. John R. “Jack” Lewis, 78, formerly of Erie, died Oct. 2, 2017. Mark A….
Agriculture Awareness Day deemed a success
From staff reports The first ever Agriculture Awareness Day was held by the Venango Conservation District on Saturday, Sept. 9, at Baytree Farm in Emlenton….
Veterans’ Affairs Subcommittee on Health Hearing
Last week, the House Veterans’ Affairs Subcommittee on Health held a hearing to discuss 10 bills pending before the committee. The hearing focused on…
Pet of the day 10/2/17
Tiger is a 3 year old, male Boxer. He is a bit shy at first but warms up quickly & loves to give kisses. Tiger…
Pumpkin coconut squares
Start to finish: 11 hours, 20 minutes (30 active) Servings: Makes 36 squares One 15-ounce can pumpkin puree (not pie filling) 6 tablespoons unsalted butter,…
Persico establishes endowment, marks 5 years as bishop
From staff reports Bishop Lawrence T. Persico of the Erie Catholic Diocese celebrated the fifth anniversary of his ordination as bishop on Sunday. Persico took…
Nats’ Gonzalez gives up 5 in 1st of 11-8 loss to Pirates
The Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — Gio Gonzalez did not sound like someone who wanted to pitch in a meaningless regular-season finale. Didn’t exactly pitch…
Marilyn Manson, hurt onstage, cancels Oct. shows
NEW YORK (AP) — Marilyn Manson is canceling several upcoming tour dates after the singer was injured in a mishap onstage during a New York…
Recent Deaths 10/2/17
Debby Sue McSparren, 64, of Oil City, died Sept. 30, 2017. For complete obituaries, please pick up a copy of The Derrick for this…
Las Vegas attack is deadliest shooting in modern US history
LAS VEGAS (AP) — A gunman perched on the 32nd floor of a Las Vegas hotel-casino unleashed a hail of bullets on an outdoor country…
Area man who helped with hurricane relief still in hospital
By JIM MEYER – Staff writer A West Penn Power lineman who works out of Clarion remains in the intensive care unit of a Florida…
Ownership team wants brewery to help Franklin
By Marissa Dechant – Staff writer For six area businessmen, opening a brewery in Franklin is all about keeping things local. Trails to Ales brew…
Gorgeous ‘2049’ breaks the ‘Blade Runner’ spell
“We’re all just looking out for something real,” says Robin Wright’s police captain in “Blade Runner 2049.” Wright, an icy, steely actress seemingly born for…
O.J. Simpson out of prison after 9 years for armed robbery
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Former football legend O.J. Simpson became a free man Sunday after serving nine years for a botched hotel room heist in…
Calvert, Bjorkstrand help Blue Jackets top Penguins 3-0
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Matt Calvert and Oliver Bjorkstrand scored 68 seconds apart in the first period, and the Columbus Blue Jackets beat the Pittsburgh Penguins…
Swim lessons offered in Oil City
Swim lessons will be offered this fall at the Oil City High School swimming pool. Learn-to-swim classes will be held for elementary and middle school…
Man recognized nationally for work identifying mushrooms
PITTSBURGH (AP) — On John Plischke’s laptop, a video feed from his microscope came into focus and showed round, floating spores, along with some tube-like…
Emlenton runaway investigation
I-80 rollover in Scrubgrass Township
A Sykesville man was cited after a tractor-trailer rollover early Tuesday morning on Interstate 80 in Scrubgrass Township. Franklin state police said Charles W. Shephard,…
‘Let’s Play Two!’ review: Pearl Jam doc zeroes in on Vedder, Cubs
A new Pearl Jam documentary, “Let’s Play Two! Pearl Jam Live at Wrigley,” tries to be two movies at once. It wants to be a…
SpaceX: Rocket for moon, Mars and NY-to-Shanghai in 39 mins
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — SpaceX chief Elon Musk’s elaborate plan for a mega-rocket to carry astronauts to Mars may have some down-to-Earth applications. At…
Strasburg cruises, Zimmerman homers twice; Nats beat Pirates
WASHINGTON (AP) — Nationals ace Stephen Strasburg showed he is ready for the postseason. He had another strong performance in Washington’s 6-1 victory over the…
Recent Deaths 9/30/17
Thomas W. Kurtzhals, 95, of Shippenville, died Thursday, Sept. 28, 2017. Gene O. Winger, 67, of Tionesta, died Friday, Sept. 29, 2017. Eleanor A. Ruggles, 89,…
Scrubgrass Twp. accident
Fun and fundraising
Precious Paws Animal Rescue will hold its fall craft fair Saturday. Clarion PUPS will participate in Farmers and Crafters Day during the Autumn Leaf Festival….
Pet of the day 9/29/17
Ivy is a beautiful little tortoiseshell kitten. She is playful and sweet. Ivy is negative for Feline Leukemia and is current on age appropriate vaccines….
Spiced roasted vegetables with mixed grains
Servings: 6 Start to finish: 1 hour, 10 minutes (Active time: 10 minutes) 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1…
Knox man facing sex assault charges
From staff reports A 25-year-old Knox man faces charges he had sexual intercourse with a 14-year-old girl in a bedroom at the Knox Ambulance station….
Zoning battle looming in Cranberry
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer There is a battle brewing in Cranberry Township about a proposed new zoning designation. In an unexpected move, the…
2 days, 2 dangerous rock falls at Yosemite
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Two days of cracking, thundering falling rock at Yosemite National Park have left one man dead, two people injured, and even…
Harper sits, Nova hit, Doolittle blows save; Nats top Bucs
WASHINGTON (AP) — Sean Doolittle pounded his left fist against his right palm while discussing his first blown save in 22 chances since joining the…
Beyonce sings in Spanish for relief efforts
NEW YORK (AP) — Beyonce has released a surprise single on which she sings in Spanish, English and French to raise relief money for those…
Recent Deaths 9/29/17
Sheldon Dean Rossey, 92, of Reynoldsville, died Sept. 27, 2017. Thomas W. Kurtzhals, 95, of Shippenville, died Sept. 28, 2017. Robert E. “Bake” Baker, 79,…
Autumn Leaf Festival Schedule
From staff reports “Leaves of Blue and Gold: Celebrating Clarion University’s 150th” is the theme of the 64th annual Autumn Leaf Festival, which is Saturday, Sept. 30,…
5 ways to make homes safer
Injuries that occur around the home contribute to millions of medical visits and tens of thousands of fatalities each year. Falls account for the largest…
United Way impact campaign underway
By WILLIAM STEVENS Staff writer The United Way of Venango County’s annual impact campaign is officially underway. From now until Dec. 15, the United Way…
Pet of the day 9/28/17
Name: Zeus Breed: Terrier, American Pit Bull/ Rottweiler Age: 2 years Gender: Male Size: Large Color: Blue/ Tan Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Zeus can be…
Osso Buco with Apples and Bourbon
Makes 4 servings 4 pieces veal shank, each about 14 ounces and 2 inches thick All-purpose flour for dredging Coarse sea salt and freshly ground…
Franklin woman waives hearing in PTO case
By MARISSA DECHANT Staff writer A Franklin woman accused of embezzling more than $6,000 from the Central Elementary School PTO fund waived her preliminary hearing…
Firefighters leader outlines issues facing volunteers
By JIM MEYER Staff writer The Venango County Firefighters and Fire Chiefs Association wants township officials in the county to help fund siren systems for…
More than 120,000 flee menacing Bali volcano
BALI, Indonesia (AP) — More than 120,000 people have fled the region around the Mount Agung volcano on the Indonesian tourist island of Bali, fearing…
Bell’s homer sends Pirates to sweep of Orioles
PITTSBURGH (AP) — With four games remaining in their season, the Pittsburgh Pirates will likely finish next-to-last in the majors in home runs. But rookie…
Hugh Hefner, leader of the sexual revolution, dies at 91
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Hugh Hefner turned silk pajamas into a work uniform, women into centerfolds and sexual desire into a worldwide multimedia empire that…
Recent Deaths 9/28/17
Timothy D. Shaffer, 59, of Clarion, died Sept. 26, 2017. Eileen R. (Guth) Schill, 89, of Lucinda, died Sept. 25, 2017. Lois J. Durkit, 78,…
Cornplanter Twp. theft
Cherrytree Twp. criminal mischief
Senior center sets schedule
From staff reports Titusville Senior Center’s Annual Charity Auction will be held Friday, Oct. 20. The doors open at 5 p.m. Bidding starts at 6 p.m….
New rescue truck for OC fire department
The Oil City Fire Department recently purchased a 2017 rescue truck that allows paramedics to arrive at the scene quicker where advanced life saving care…
Pet of the day 9/27/17
Max is a sweet guy who was having a rough life on the “streets” until he was saved by a good samaritan and surrendered to…