OC police investigating reported luring incident
From staff reports Oil City police are conducting an ongoing investigation into the attempted luring of children into a vehicle. Police said they received a…
October 2018
Chicago verdict comes 4 years after Laquan McDonald’s death
CHICAGO (AP) — Four years after he fired 16 bullets into a black teenager, three years after dashcam video of the shooting was released and…
Steelers’ Brown, Roethlisberger seek to find their rhythm
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Antonio Brown insists he’s still in sync with Ben Roethlisberger even though their numbers together are down. Roethlisberger and Brown are one…
Recent Deaths 10/6/18
Willis H. Elliott, 101, of Sligo, died Thursday Oct. 4, 2018. Margaret M. Eismont, 90, of Oil City, died Friday Oct. 5, 2018. Gary Anthony…
Review: ‘A Star Is Born’ is dizzyingly wonderful
By LINDSEY BAHR, AP Film Writer It’s hard not to go into “A Star Is Born ” without a lot of prejudgments. Even if you…
Attempting to lure children into a vehicle
Clarion University honors six with Distinguished Awards
The Clarion Call report Clarion University On Friday, Oct. 5 The Alumni Association at Clarion University will be holding the 2018 Distinguished Awards Banquet. It…
Pet of the day 10/5/18
Barry is a handsome gray male kitten. He is current on vaccines and will be neutered. Barry can be found at Tri-County Animal Rescue Center.
Pan-roasted chicken breasts with shallot-thyme sauce
Servings: 4 Start to finish: 1 hour Chicken: 4 (12-ounce) bone-in split chicken breasts, trimmed, brined if desired Salt and pepper 1 tablespoon vegetable oil…
Sugarcreek to advertise for police chief
By SARAH TITLEY Staff writer Some answers to questions surrounding the Sugarcreek Borough Police Department were given at Wednesday’s borough council meeting. Council members, after…
CDC issues letter on bus incident
By JIM MEYER Staff writer The day after a video was captured of Child Development Centers bus No. 111 traveling in the center turn lane…
Key senators undecided as Senate poised to vote on Kavanaugh
WASHINGTON (AP) — Brett Kavanaugh’s nomination to the Supreme Court faced a crucial Senate vote Friday as key Republican senators remained undeclared amid the allegations…
Kris Letang lifts Penguins past Capitals, 7-6 in OT
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Penguins gained a measure of revenge against a rival that ended their season last spring. Kris Letang scored his second…
Ben Affleck posts about substance abuse treatment
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Ben Affleck says battling addiction is “a lifelong and difficult struggle.” The actor posted on Instagram Thursday that he has completed a 40-day…
Recent Deaths 10/5/18
Frank Matt, 79, of Sandy Lake, died Oct. 2, 2018. Carol R. Gruber, 78, of Clarion, died Oct. 3, 2018. John J. Grill Jr., 92,…
Suspicious person
Oil City trespassing
Oil City theft
Pet of the day 10/4/18
Buster is a 2 year old, male, Beagle/Chi mix that was surrendered to the rescue with Zina ( a Rottweiler ) when their owner was…
Grown-Up Grilled Cheese with Cheddar and Shallot
Servings: 4 Start to finish: 30 minutes 7 ounces aged cheddar cheese, cut into 24 equal pieces, room temperature 2 ounces Brie cheese, rind removed…
Report: Trump to make stop in Erie
President Donald Trump is scheduled to make a stop in Erie on Oct. 10, according to the Erie Times-News’ website, GoErie.com. The president is scheduled…
Lots of stuff up for sale at big museum fundraiser
What do a bowling ball, ticket to the Pittsburgh Symphony and a Jack Butler pastel painting have in common? They are all part of a…
Financially hard-up women get help in pursuing MeToo cases
NEW YORK (AP) — A dollar store cashier from Brooklyn. Five fire department paramedics in Chicago. An aspiring singer shunned by Nashville’s country music establishment….
Teaming with the enemy
PITTSBURGH (AP) – Jack Johnson has spent nearly half his life tangling with Evgeni Malkin in front of the net in rinks all over the…
Ex-rap mogul ‘Suge’ Knight set to get 28 years in prison
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Former rap mogul Marion “Suge” Knight is expected to be sentenced Thursday to nearly three decades in prison at a Los…
Recent Deaths 10/4/18
Michael R. (Mike) Hartnett, 86, passed away Tuesday, Oct. 2, 2018. Melda Jean (Klinko) Ward, 76,of Uxbridge, Massachusetts, formerly of Oil City died Wed. Oct….
Oil City criminal mischief
Produce: What’s in season in October?
There’s nothing like the taste of fresh produce when it’s perfectly in season — an apple pulled straight from the tree or greens pulled right…
Pet of the day 10/3/18
Olee is a female, current on vaccines. Will be spayed. Available October 5th. You may apply for adoption now. She can be found at Tri-County…
Cranberry-sour cream pound cake
Servings: 8 Start to finish: 2 hours 30 minutes 5 large eggs, room temperature 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1 3/4 cups (8 3/4 ounces) all-purpose…
1 hurt in Barkeyville crash
Clintonville volunteer firefighters and Franklin state police work at the scene of a two-vehicle crash at about 9:20 p.m. Monday on Route 8 in Barkeyville….
Pink Splash, ALF kiddies parade postponed
From staff reports Two popular events that were scheduled Tuesday – the Autumn Leaf Festival Kiddies Parade in Clarion and the Pink Splash for the…
Missed deadlines cost millions in potential disaster aid
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) — As the floodwaters recede and the recovery begins, communities swamped by Hurricane Florence soon will be on the clock to…
Steelers focusing on slow starts, not Bell’s possible return
PITTSBURGH (AP) — If Le’Veon Bell is returning to the Pittsburgh Steelers later this month, he hasn’t let his teammates and coaches know. Coach Mike…
‘Roseanne’ cast looks ahead to ‘The Conners’
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Cast members of the “Roseanne” revival are looking forward to their spinoff “The Conners.” Sara Gilbert, John Goodman and Laurie Metcalf…
Recent Deaths 10/3/18
Jan Gutierrez, 65, of East Brady, died Oct. 1, 2018. Arianna Renee Evans, 24, of Tionesta, died Sept. 30, 2018. Shirley Ann Schwab, 77, of…
University Art Gallery features Pittsburgh-based photographer
The Clarion Call report On Sept. 4, Clarion University’s art gallery started showcasing the work of Maranie Staab, a photographer that focuses on human rights…
What is all the buzz about the Social Equity Newsletter?
The Clarion Call report The goal of social equity is to have an inclusive environment that is used to build its intellectual strength and excellence…
Sandycreek Twp. accident
Oil City accident
Pet of the day 10/2/18
Name: Jack Breed: Terrier/ Mix Age: 2 years Gender: Male Size: Large Color: Black/ White Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Jack can be found at Venango…
Lasagna with ragu alla Bolognese
Servings: 10-12 Start to finish: 2 hours 14 curly-edged lasagna noodles 8 ounces (1 cup) cottage cheese 6 1/2 ounces Pecorino Romano cheese, grated (3¼…
Historic Scheide House turned over to Oil Region Alliance
From staff reports The non-profit Oil Region Alliance is the new owner of the historic William H. Scheide House at 221 N. Washington St. in…
Franklin state, city police to have coffee with citizens
By JIM MEYER Staff writer Franklin state police and Franklin city police are inviting members of the community to join them for coffee from 9…
Indonesia quake toll jumps as survivors grow more desperate
PALU, Indonesia (AP) — The death toll from an earthquake and tsunami that decimated parts of the central Indonesian island of Sulawesi jumped to more…
Popcorn problems? Steelers’ issues are piling up
PITTSBURGH (AP) — One of Mike Tomlin’s favorite metaphors when things aren’t going well for the Pittsburgh Steelers is likening his team’s issues to popcorn….
Taylor Swift to open ‘2018 American Music Awards’
NEW YORK (AP) — Taylor Swift will open the “2018 American Music Awards.” The singer made the announcement Tuesday on ABC’s “Good Morning America.” This is her…
Recent Deaths 10/2/18
Goldie A. Maloney, 95, of Seneca, died Sept. 30, 2018. Frank E. “Bud” Winger, 84, of Seneca, formerly of Oil City, died Sept. 29, 2018….
Sugarcreek Borough accident