May 2018
Polk cut off crash
Firm wants to bring back jobs at former O-I site
By MARISSA DECHANT – Staff writer Eight years after the Owens-Illinois glass plant closure in Clarion, one local land development firm is preparing to break…
New Starbucks policy: No purchase needed to sit in cafes
NEW YORK (AP) — Starbucks announced a new policy Saturday that allows anyone to sit in its cafes or use its restrooms, even if they…
High-tech, sphere-shaped arena coming to Las Vegas Strip
LAS VEGAS (AP) — A massive high-tech, sphere-shaped venue that will host concerts and other events while engaging multiple senses will break ground this summer…
Richard pitches into the eighth, Padres top Pirates 6-2
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Clayton Richard’s plan was simple. After the San Diego Padres gave him a three-run lead in the first inning, Richard decided to…
Franklin road work to continue next week
From staff reports City of Franklin contractor Suit-Kote will apply a slurry seal coat to roads in the Franklin Heights area next week. On Monday,…
Memorial Day ceremonies and parade set in Franklin
Franklin’s annual Memorial Day ceremonies and parade will be held Monday, May 28. The first ceremony will begin at 9 a.m. on the 13th Street…
Teen laid out Texas attack plans in journals, officials say
SANTA FE, Texas (AP) — The Texas student charged in the shooting at Santa Fe High School described planning the attack in private journals, including…
’13 Reasons Why’ premiere canceled after Texas shooting
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Netflix canceled the premiere party for its second season of the teen drama “13 Reasons Why” because of a school shooting…
Hosmer and Ross help Padres cool off Pirates, 3-2
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The small-market San Diego Padres made a big investment in February when they signed Eric Hosmer to a $144-million, eight-year contract as…
Recent Deaths 5/19/18
Mary Lee Hughey, 83, of Oil City, died Thursday, May 17, 2018. Elwood Eugene Shreckengost, 97, formerly of Hannaville, died Thursday, May 17, 2018. Elisabeth J….
Clinton Twp. accident
Pet of the day 5/18/18
Name: Dewey Breed: Domestic Shorthair mix Age: 3 years Gender: Male Size: Small Color: Orange/ White Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Dewey can be found at…
One-pan roasted chicken with root vegetables
Servings: 4 Start to finish: 1 hour and 15 minutes 12 ounces Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved 12 ounces red potatoes, unpeeled, cut into 1-inch…
Woman accused of DUI crash with child, 4, in vehicle
From staff reports A Franklin woman is facing charges after she was allegedly in a DUI crash with her 4-year-old son inside the vehicle last…
Bishop won’t try to block report on abuse investigation
ERIE (AP) — A Roman Catholic bishop in Pennsylvania says he won’t try to block the release of a report detailing the findings of an…
Polanco, Pirates beat Padres 5-4 for 8th win in 9 games
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Pirates weren’t expected to contend in the strong NL Central this season, especially after trading stars Andrew McCutchen and Gerrit…
In ‘Solo,’ a battle for the soul, and tone, of ‘Star Wars’
CANNES, France (AP) — When J.J. Abrams was a “Star Wars” novice, Lawrence Kasdan, the writer of “The Empire Strikes Back” and “The Return of…
Recent Deaths 5/18/18
Susan Trill O’Shea, 70, died May 2, 2018. Ronald L. Hicks Sr., 78, of Rouseville, died May 15, 2018. Charl Ann Kapp, 81, of Oil City,…
Preserve hair color longer
Communions, graduations, birthday parties, and summer vacations dot many people’s social calendars each year. People want to look their best on special occasions, and salon…
Pet of the day 5/17/18
Name: Annie Breed: Welsh Corgi, Cardigan mix Age: 6 months Gender: Female Size: Medium Color: White/ Brown Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Annie can be found…
Vegetable paella
Servings: 6 Start to finish: 2 hours 3 cups jarred whole baby artichokes packed in water, quartered, rinsed, and patted dry 2 red bell peppers,…
Man accused of assaulting officer waives hearing
From staff reports A Franklin man accused of assaulting a police officer last week at an Atlantic Avenue residence waived his preliminary hearing Wednesday in…
Sugarcreek council OKs bids for materials, paving project
By WILLIAM STEVENS Staff writer Sugarcreek Borough Council on Wednesday unanimously approved several bids for supplies that will be used for upcoming projects in the…
Justices to hear appeal in ambush attack that killed officer
HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — A man on death row for killing one Pennsylvania state trooper and wounding another to act out his anti-government beliefs wants…
Bell’s single lifts Pirates over reeling White Sox 3-2
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Josh Bell was in the unaccustomed role of pinch hitter when he stepped to the plate, getting a rare break from the…
Celebrities bring awareness to mental health issues
NEW YORK (AP) — Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson has discussed his battle with depression. Mariah Carey recently revealed she has bipolar disorder. And “Deadpool” superstar…
Recent Deaths 5/17/18
Ronald L. Hicks Sr., 78, of Rouseville, died May 15, 2018. Maxine Luella Miller, 89, of Warren, died May 16, 2018. Alfreda “Al” Kurtich, 68, of…
Pheasant permits and more colorful ringnecks
It’s an olive branch of unknown consequences. Pennsylvania Game Commissioners exempted senior lifetime license holders – some of them, anyway – from having to buy…
Area senior centers set schedules
Cranberry Place The Cranberry Place Older Adult Center is open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays. Lunch is served daily at 11:30 a.m. for a suggested donation…
Pet of the day 5/16/18
Skylar is a young mom cat whose kittens are old enough to find homes and she needs one too! She is a very affectionate girl…
Salmon panzanella
Servings: 4 Start to finish: 40 minutes 8 ounces ciabatta bread 5 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided Kosher salt to taste 2 tablespoons white…
Home destroyed by fire; 3 dogs die
From staff reports A Seneca home was destroyed by fire late Tuesday afternoon. The blaze broke out at about 5:30 p.m. at the residence of…
Victory taxpayers concerned about bridge replacement cost
By JIM MEYER Staff writer The $2 million cost to replace the Fisherman’s Cove Bridge seemed to be the foremost concern in people’s minds at…
Winners of contested races in Pennsylvania’s primary
The Associated Press The winners of contested races for governor, lieutenant governor, U.S. Senate and U.S. House in Pennsylvania’s primary on Tuesday. Three U.S. House…
Pirates, Williams send White Sox to 12th loss in 14 games
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Trevor Williams had a better outing against the struggling Chicago White Sox this time while facing them for the second straight start….
ABC: ‘Roseanne’ will concentrate on family, not politics
NEW YORK (AP) — Expect “Roseanne” to cool it on politics and concentrate on family stories when it returns for the second season of its…
Recent Deaths 5/16/18
Larry Charles “Chuck” Campbell, 50, of New Bethlehem, died May 15, 2018. Joan L. Boyles, 78, of Franklin, died May 14, 2018. For complete obituaries,…
Silver Cornet Band offering summer junior program
From staff reports The Franklin Silver Cornet Band is again offering its Junior Silver Cornet Band, a summer outreach program geared toward youth musicians who…
Pet of the Day 5/15/18
Zane is a 2 and a 1/2 year old, handsome, cream and apricot colored Pitbull who loves to zoom around in the shelter’s big back…
Money Found at Bon-Ton
2 facing more charges related to heroin bust
From staff reports Two people are facing additional drug charges in connection with an Oil City heroin bust last month. A criminal complaint filed through…
Oil City school board to vote next week on tentative budget
By JIM MEYER Staff Writer Oil City School Board members on Monday reviewed the district’s tentative 2018-2019 budget. The spending plan doesn’t include a tax…
Voters cast ballots in 4 states; in Pa., redrawn map in play
The Associated Press Tuesday’s primary elections will begin to settle swing state Pennsylvania’s chaotic congressional landscape after a court fight ended with redrawn districts just…
Legal sports betting coming soon to several US states
WASHINGTON (AP) — A decision by the Supreme Court means American sports fans will soon have many more places to place legal bets on the…
Review: Insane as ever, ‘Deadpool 2’ doesn’t disappoint
The Associated Press At a recent screening of “Deadpool 2,” the audience didn’t get up when the end credits came up, patiently sitting through the…
Recent Deaths 5/15/18
Marie McGill Shull, 93, formerly of Franklin, died Sept. 21, 2017. John H. Kriebel, 89, of Rimersburg, died May 12, 2018. Linda Pearl Mattern Gardner, 73, of…
Sugarcreek Borough theft
pet of the day 5/14/18
Walter is a male tabby kitten who is playful and friendly. He is neutered and current on vaccines. Walter can be found at Tri-County Animal…