Pittsburgh native’s home videos become YouTube sensation
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Paul Petroskey – also known as “Weird Paul” – had been waiting for something like YouTube for decades. Petroskey considers himself the…
July 2018
Operation to rescue Thai boys in flooded cave starts
MAE SAI, Thailand (AP) — The operation has begun to rescue 12 boys and their soccer coach who will need to dive out of the…
Phillies top Pirates, 3-2 for sixth straight win
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Philadelphia Phillies won another one-run game to extend their winning streak to six games. Nick Williams, Scott Kingery and Jorge Alfaro…
Cooperstown man in custody for rape
About $250,000 in scholarships awarded through Bridge Builders
More than $250,000 in college scholarships will be awarded through Bridge Builders Community Foundations to local students for the 2018-19 school term. “These scholarships would…
Hit and run
Polk man charged with indecent assault of girl, 13
From staff reports A Polk man is facing charges for the alleged indecent assault of a 13-year-old girl at his Valley Road home last month….
Bourdain leaves bulk of $1.2M estate to 11-year-old daughter
NEW YORK (AP) — Globe-trotting chef, author and TV host Anthony Bourdain was worth $1.2 million when he died last month and left most of…
Astronaut from New Castle heads to space station in 2019
NEW CASTLE, Pa. (AP) — Lt. Col. Andrew Morgan always dreamed about going to space. In July 2019, his dream becomes reality. Morgan, who has…
Herrera, Knapp homer in Phillies’ 17-5 rout of Pirates
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Andrew Knapp had too much fun to be tired after playing in what matched the longest nine-inning game in NL history. Knapp…
Recent Deaths 7/7/18
Anthony C. Dashner, 14, of Oil City, died Thursday, July 5, 2018. Roger K. Glass, 72, of Venus, died Thursday, July 5, 2018. Melvina Jean…
Pet of the day 7/6/18
Murray is an adorable young male. He is very “chatty” and playful. He is current on vaccines and will be neutered July 12th. Murray can…
Summer peach cake
Servings: 8-10 Start to finish: 1 hour and 40 minutes, plus 2 hours to cool Peaches: 2 1/2 pounds peaches, peeled, halved, pitted, and cut…
Company plans to set up shop at Franklin airport
US job growth was likely solid in June despite trade risks
WASHINGTON (AP) — Employers in the United States are thought to have kept up their brisk pace of hiring in June, reflecting the durability of…
The Latest: Third round underway at Wimbledon
LONDON (AP) — The Latest from Wimbledon (all times local): 11:45 a.m. The third round is underway at Wimbledon. Eighth-seeded Kevin Anderson of South Africa…
Singer Chris Brown arrested for felony assault in Florida
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Singer Chris Brown walked off stage after his concert in Florida and into the hands of waiting sheriff’s deputies,…
Recent Deaths 7/6/18
James Joseph Kerekanich, 58, of Oil City, died Friday, June 8, 2018. Charles C. Cherry, 78, of Utica, passed away suddenly at his home of…
Cranberry Twp. accident
Expand living spaces with clever ideas
Homeowners looking to add more space to their homes do not necessarily need to make major renovations. They simply have to see the possibilities in…
Pet of the day 7/5/18
Name: Mimi Breed: Cane Corso Mastiff Mix Age: 2 years Gender: Male Size: Large House-trained: Yes Adoption Price: $200.00 Mimi can be found at Precious…
Pesto farro salad
Servings: 6 Start to finish: 1 hour 1 1/2 cups whole farro, rinsed Salt and pepper 1 1/2 ounces (1 1/2 cups) baby spinach 2…
Trapped in Thai cave, youngsters must grapple with stress
MAE SAI, Thailand (AP) — At a gilded temple in Thailand’s mountainous north, Ekapol Chanthawong honed a skill that will serve him well as he…
Dodgers sweep Pirates
LOS ANGELES (AP) – Rich Hill earned his first win in three months, Yasmani Grandal and Chris Taylor drove in three runs apiece, and the…
Claude Lanzmann, director of ‘Shoah,’ dies at age 92
PARIS (AP) — French Director Claude Lanzmann, whose 9½-hour masterpiece “Shoah” bore unflinching witness to the Holocaust through the testimonies of Jewish victims, German executioners…
Recent Deaths 7/5/18
Joshua William Shields, 30, of Seneca, died unexpectedly Friday, June 29, 2018. Russell H. Moore Jr., beloved husband and father, 74, of Oil City, died…
Fire in the Sky
Cranberry’s Fireworks Festivities By HANNAH NIEDERRITER, Student Contributor While Cranberry’s 12th annual Fireworks Spectacular started off with severe storms and flood warnings, the actual event…
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 7/3/18
Name: Henry Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 9 years Gender: Male Size: Medium Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Henry can be found at Venango County Humane…
Flag Cake
Servings: 12-15 Start to finish: 1 hour and 30 minutes, plus 2 hours to cool the cake Yellow Sheet Cake: 2 1/2 cups (10 ounces)…
Severe storms rip through area
From staff reports A couple of thunderstorms hit the region late Monday afternoon and into the early evening, leading to some road closures and downed…
Franklin parade winners announced
From staff reports Winners at Saturday’s Libertyfest parade in Franklin have been announced. They are: First, Valley Grove Education Association; second, Venango’s Edge 4-H club;…
Boys, coach in stable health after 10 days lost in Thai cave
MAE SAI, Thailand (AP) — The 12 boys and soccer coach found in a partially flooded cave in northern Thailand after 10 days are mostly…
Dodgers pound out 21 hits, 4 homers in 17-1 rout of Pirates
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Already in line to start his third career All-Star Game and first since 2012, Matt Kemp is keeping up a torrid…
Review: ‘Ant-Man and The Wasp’ punches above its weight
The Associated Press Not since Animal against the advice of Dr. Bunsen Honeydew and Beaker ingested Insta-Growth pills has a movie had as much fun…
Recent Deaths 7/3/18
Thomas Lowrie, 67, of Cranberry, died July 1, 2018. Janice Elaine Redding, 91, of Oil City, died June 30, 2018. Eugene F. Kish, 93, of…
Pet of the day 7/2/18
Name: Tyson Age: 3 years Breed: Boston Terrier Gender: Male Size: Small Color: Brindle, White/ Cream Tyson can be found at Precious Paws Animal Rescue…
The History of Independence Day
Independence Day, also referred to as The Fourth Of July, federal holiday in the United States, commemorates the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on…
Chocolate peanut butter cup ice cream pie
Serves 8-10 Start to finish: 5 hours (more if you are spreading out the steps) 1 refrigerated pie crust 1 pint vanilla ice cream 1…
Reno man wanted for assault of 3 women turns himself in
From staff reports A Reno man charged in the alleged assault of three women in April turned himself in to Franklin state police Wednesday. According…
Antlerless deer license sales begin July 9
From staff reports The Venango County Treasurer’s Office announced that antlerless deer license sales will begin Monday, July 9 for Pennsylvania residents. Hunters who wish…
I never said that! High-tech deception of ‘deepfake’ videos
WASHINGTON (AP) — Hey, did my congressman really say that? Is that really President Donald Trump on that video, or am I being duped? New…
Moran’s grand slam helps Pirates beat Padres 7-5
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Rookie Colin Moran isn’t big on showing emotion, so he took it in stride after hitting his second grand slam of…
Professor Fiona? Famed baby hippo an educational force
CINCINNATI (AP) — Just call her Professor Fiona. The Cincinnati Zoo’s famous premature baby hippo does more than delight social media fans and help sell a wide…
Recent Deaths 7/2/18
Donald I. Moore, 83, of Franklin, died June 30, 2018. Nancy Arlene (Griswold) Lewis, 79, of West Hickory, died June 29, 2018. Elizabeth “Libby” Derubies…
Emlenton Summer Festival
The Emlenton PA Summer Festival will be celebrating its 39th year Friday, Saturday and Sunday, July 13, 14 and 15 in Emlenton. The festival will…
Franklin drug-alcohol rehab center to open soon
By MARISSA DECHANT – Staff writer A former sports pub in Franklin that has been transformed into a drug and alcohol rehabilitation center is expected…
Protesters flood US cities to fight Trump immigration policy
WASHINGTON (AP) — They wore white. They shook their fists in the air. They carried signs reading: “No more children in cages,” and “What’s next?…
Amid public triumph, private turmoil for Marvel’s Stan Lee
LOS ANGELES (AP) — It has been another epic year for characters Stan Lee helped create, with “Black Panther” and “Avengers: Infinity War” earning more…
Myers, Lucchesi lead Padres over Pirates, 4-3
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Wil Myers helped give the San Diego Padres an early lead and closer Brad Hand barely held onto it. Myers homered,…