2017
Man facing charges after courthouse altercation
From staff reports A Franklin man was arrested following a physical altercation Wednesday afternoon at the Venango County Courthouse. Franklin police said William Ziegler, 57,…
Pet of the day 3/3/17
Eddie is a sweet 10 year old male Pug recently surrendered to the rescue center. For more information on Eddie please contact Tri-County Animal Rescue…
Tabby tails and the quieter life
Tri-County Animal Rescue Center in Shippenville has some terrific tabbies. Several area rescues have some golden-agers who could use some not-so-noisy homes. Fundraisers are springing…
Chard-wrapped enchiladas
Start to finish: 1 hour Servings: 8 For the sauce: 1 28-ounce can of whole peeled tomatoes 1/2 large yellow onion, roughly chopped 3 cloves…
Arrest made in national threats to Jewish community centers
NEW YORK (AP) — A jilted ex-boyfriend is behind at least eight of the scores of threats made against Jewish Community Centers nationwide, plus a…
Suspicious letter prompts scam reminder from police
From staff reports Oil City police are asking area residents to be on the lookout for potential scams after a man brought a suspicious correspondence…
Glade Run school in Utica has opened
From staff reports A new Utica school for students with special needs is open and ready to accept referrals for students. St. Stephen’s Utica, the…
High school makes $24 million from Snap IPO
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — A California high school has made millions of dollars from the initial public offering of shares in Snap Inc., the company…
Pirates’ Kang gets suspended 2-year jail term for crash
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — A South Korean court has handed Pittsburgh Pirates infielder Jung Ho Kang a suspended two-year prison sentence for fleeing the…
Review: ‘Zelda’ changes radically, but fans will adore it
The Associated Press At the beginning of the new chapter of “The Legend of Zelda,” longtime hero Link awakens from a 100-year coma to find…
Recent Deaths 3/3/17
Betty I. Raybuck, 89, of New Bethlehem, died March 1, 2017. Russell Clair Ashbaugh, 72, of Strattanville, died March 2, 2017. Robert Joseph Nicholas Kerr, 89, of…
Elvis Presley’s Graceland opens a new $45 million complex
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — Nearly four decades after Elvis sang his last tune, his legacy got a $45 million boost with the Thursday opening of…
Walmart theft
Clintonville Borough DUI
How to stay healthy when dining out
Dining out is wildly popular. The convenience of letting someone else do the cooking and the opportunity to try new types of cuisine is too…
Pet of the day 3/2/17
Name: Barley Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 10 months Gender: Male Size: Medium Color: Orange/ White Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption Price: $40.00 Barley can…
Irish scones with smoked salmon
Makes about 10 scones Start to finish: 25 minutes 3 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for patting out the dough 2 tablespoons sugar 1 tablespoon…
2 women face multiple charges for forging checks
From staff reports Two women face a plethora of charges after forging checks in November and December last year. According to Franklin police, Rita Mueller-Bugna,…
Riverview IU6 hosts PA STEM competition
From staff reports CLARION – Riverview Intermediate Unit 6 hosted a regional Governor’s PA STEM Competition Feb. 27 at the RIU6 headquarters in Clarion. This…
Judge: Casey Anthony may have accidentally killed daughter
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — The judge who presided over Casey Anthony’s murder trial says the Florida mother may have killed her 2-year-old daughter by accident….
Blackhawks rough up Penguins, 4-1
CHICAGO (AP) – Patrick Kane had his second hat trick in three games, Scott Darling made 36 saves and the Chicago Blackhawks beat the Pittsburgh…
Review: ‘Logan’ a satisfying end for Jackman’s Wolverine
The Associated Press “Logan ” is not for the faint of heart — not just because of its brutal violence, but because it packs an…
Recent Deaths 3/2/17
Rosalyn May Tracy Daily, 82, formerly of Davenport, Florida, died March 1, 2017. Patty Joan Eisenhuth Courson, 83, of Clarion, Feb. 28, 2017. Lawrence James…
Steelers sign Harrison to 2-year deal
PITTSBURGH (AP) — James Harrison is returning to the Pittsburgh Steelers. The five-time Pro Bowl linebacker has signed a two-year contract with the team that…
School leaders not in favor of property tax elimination
By SALLY BELL and SAXON DAUGHERTY Staff writers Cranberry School Board members passed a resolution Monday night opposing legislation that would eliminate school property taxes….
Union Twp. accident
Union Twp. DUI
Pet of the day 3/1/17
Name: Jackman Breed: Terrier, Jack Russell Mix Age: 10 years Gender: Male Size: Small Color: White/ Orange Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Jackman can be found…
Seared Lamb Chops with Mint Herb Sauce
Start to finish: 40 minutes. Servings: 4 For the sauce: 1/2 cup finely chopped mint 1/2 cup finely chopped parsley 6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil,…
No one injured in Franklin fire
From staff reports No one was injured in a house fire late Monday afternoon in the 300 block of Elk Street in Franklin. A passerby…
Franklin Civil Air Patrol honors mom, son
At least 2 dead after tornadoes touch down in central US
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — Tornadoes touched down in the upper Midwest and northern Arkansas, killing at least two people, as a spring-like storm system…
Stars come back in third to nip Pens
DALLAS (AP) – Antoine Roussel capped Dallas’ three-goal third period and the Stars rallied for a 3-2 win over the Pittsburgh Penguins on Tuesday night….
Bright like a diamond: Harvard honors Rihanna’s philanthropy
CAMBRIDGE, Mass. (AP) — Grammy Award-winning singer Rihanna finally “made it to Harvard” to be honored as the university’s 2017 Humanitarian of the Year. She…
Recent Deaths 3/1/17
William R. Shawgo Jr., 70, of Seneca, died Feb. 27, 2017. Lawrence James Kluck, 80, of Seneca, died Feb. 28, 2017. Olive M. Burford, 86,…
Scrubgrass Twp. accident
Cranberry Mall bad checks
Pet of the day 2/28/17
Binx is an approximately 5 year old, spayed, and declawed, female. She came in as a stray. Her long fur was very dirty and matted…
Caller waits hit 2 hours at jobless centers, official says
HARRISBURG (AP) — A top state official says callers often waited more than two hours for service in January when they dialed Pennsylvania’s unemployment compensation…
Ups and downs
The region’s weather could be described as unsettled at best. Temperatures climb and fall. Precipitation comes as rain and snow and sometimes even with a…
Coffee Crisp
Yields 12 bites 6 egg yolks 8 tablespoons sugar 2 tablespoons instant espresso or coffee powder 11/2 cups heavy cream 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract Preheat…
2 arrested on drug charges after search of OC home
By SAXON DAUGHERTY Staff writer Two people are facing felony drug charges following a search of a residence Friday on Oil City’s South Side. A…
Venango waste collection event planned March 25
From staff reports A Venango County household hazardous waste and electronics collection event will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, March 25,…
Jewish centers cope with bomb threats; graves vandalized
The Associated Press Jewish centers and schools across the nation coped with another wave of bomb threats Monday as officials in Philadelphia made plans to…
Steelers slap franchise player tag on Bell
PITTSBURGH (AP) – The Pittsburgh Steelers want to make running back Le’Veon Bell a part of the organization “for life.” The team took an expected…
‘Biggest Loser’ host Bob Harper ‘better’ after heart attack
NEW YORK (AP) — “Biggest Loser” host Bob Harper says he’s “feeling better” and “taking it easy” two weeks after suffering a heart attack. Harper…
Recent Deaths 2/28/17
Anna Mae “Tootie” (Miller) Wagner, 90, of Brookville, died Feb. 23, 2017. Ross W. Crist, 94, of Gibsonia, formerly Oil City, died Feb. 21, 2017. Joseph…
Box Office Top 20: ‘Get Out’ nets $33.4 million opening
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Comedian Jordan Peele’s directorial debut, “Get Out,” did even better in its first weekend in theaters than initially projected. The micro…
SpaceX says it will fly 2 people to moon next year
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — SpaceX said Monday it will fly two people to the moon next year, a feat not attempted since NASA’s Apollo…