Four Troop 11 Scouts earn Eagle awards
From staff reports Four members of Boy Scout Troop 11 of Seneca have earned their Eagle Scout awards. Logan Bemis, Austin Seigworth, Kurtis Hingl and…
2018
Prosecutor: Tunisian allegedly made ricin for German attack
BERLIN (AP) — A 29-year-old man is suspected of planning an Islamic extremist plot to carry out an attack in Germany using the deadly toxin…
Pirates beat Diamondbacks 5-4 to avoid sweep
PHOENIX (AP) — The Pittsburgh Pirates had what looked like an out turn into a home run. They made a couple of questionable decisions, endured…
Drake ‘I’m Upset’ video features ‘Degrassi’ reunion
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Drake is having a Degrassi Community School reunion. The rapper played Jimmy Brooks in the Canadian teen drama, and a video released Wednesday…
Recent Deaths 6/14/18
Dyann Elizabeth (Best) Carroll, 50, of Pittsburgh, died June 11, 2018. Gordon J. Rice Jr., of Clarion, died June 13, 2018. Constance Lyons Fritz, of…
Ashland Twp. burglary
Proclamation by Franklin mayor honors Clemente
From staff reports Franklin Mayor Doug Baker has proclaimed Saturday, June 23, as Roberto Clemente Car Day in the city. The proclamation is in conjunction…
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 6/13/18
Name: Baxter Breed: Border Collie Retriever Lab Age: 3 months Gender: Male Size: Large Color: Black/ White Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Baxter can be found…
California BLT
Servings: 4 sandwiches Start to finish: 25 minutes 8 slices thick-cut bacon, halved crosswise 1/2 cup mayonnaise 2 teaspoons minced tarragon 2 teaspoons fresh lemon…
Man charged with homicide by vehicle in Fryburg woman’s death
From staff reports A Corsica man is facing homicide by vehicle and other charges in connection with the death of a Fryburg woman last year…
Firefighters to raise funds for fireworks show
From staff reports Oil City firefighters will be in the downtown area Friday to collect money for the Jolly July 3rd fireworks show. In years…
Puerto Rico issues new data on Hurricane Maria deaths
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — Eight days after Hurricane Maria devastated Puerto Rico, Efrain Perez felt a pain in his chest. Doctors near his…
St. Paul raccoon reaches roof after scaling downtown tower
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — A raccoon that appeared to be stranded on a ledge after climbing more than 20 stories of a high-rise office…
Jay hits 3-run HR, D-backs top Pirates 13-8
PHOENIX (AP) — Arizona’s offense, so awful in May, is on a scoring binge in June — and Jon Jay joined the party Tuesday night….
Disney releases teaser trailer for ‘Dumbo’
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Disney has released its first teaser trailer for Tim Burton’s remake of the classic “Dumbo.” The live-action film stars Danny DeVito,…
Recent Deaths 6/13/18
Logan Charles Fierst, 23, of Mayport, died June 10, 2018. Joanne Crowther Evanoff McDowell, 72, of Seneca, died June 11, 2018. George L. Russell, 86,…
Pet of the Day 6/12/18
Animal ID 34225600 Species Cat Breed Domestic Medium Hair/Mix Age 3 years 5 months 28 days Gender Female Size Small Color Black Spayed/Neutered Declawed…
Franklin hit & run crash
Rape reported
Run honors trooper slain in 2010
From staff reports Active and retired Pennsylvania State Police troopers from the Franklin, Erie, Corry and Meadville barracks, as well as additional troopers from Pittsburgh,…
Sugarcreek bridge work to start soon
From staff reports Drivers can expect detours as work will soon get underway to rehabilitate the bridge that carries Route 427 over Sugar Creek in…
Trump-Kim commit to ‘complete denuclearization’
SINGAPORE (AP) — Clasping hands and forecasting future peace, President Donald Trump and Kim Jong Un committed Tuesday to “complete denuclearization” of the Korean Peninsula…
Diamondbacks score on wild pitches to beat Pirates
PHOENIX (AP) — Pittsburgh starter Joe Musgrove worked out of a couple of jams to help his team build a five-run lead over Arizona after…
Eddie Vedder’s vinyl single to be released with Cubs tickets
CHICAGO (AP) — Eddie Vedder’s support of the Chicago Cubs remains strong. The Pearl Jam frontman’s new 7-inch vinyl single will be given out to…
Recent Deaths 6/12/18
Jean Marguerite Johnston, 90, of Warsaw, Indiana, died June 9, 2018. Joanne Crowther Evanoff McDowell, 72, of Seneca, died June 11, 2018. Eric M. Whitman,…
Cranberry Twp. accident
Taste of Talent Takes the Stage Again
By HANNAH NIEDERRITER Student contributor For the last several years, Taste of Talent, a vocal competition in Franklin, has charmed audiences with a variety of…
Pet of the day 6/11/18
Isla is an approximately one and a half year old Terrier mix that was surrendered to the rescue by her owners. Isla is reportedly house…
Blueberry pie
Servings: 8 Start to finish: 3 hours 30 ounces (6 cups) blueberries 1 Granny Smith apple, peeled, cored, and shredded 5 1/4 ounces (3/4 cup)…
2 injured in crash on Deep Hollow Road
From staff reports An Oil City man was flown from the scene of a single-vehicle crash at 8:02 p.m. Saturday on Deep Hollow Road in…
President Signs Historic Legislation to Improve Vets’ Health Care
On Wednesday, President Trump signed the VFW-championed VA MISSION Act of 2018. “The VA MISSION Act will help improve the care our veterans get at the VA…
US says N. Korea talks moving quickly, Trump to leave early
SINGAPORE (AP) — President Donald Trump plans to depart early from his unprecedented summit with Kim Jong Un, the White House said Monday, declaring that…
Harrison, Polanco help lead Nova, Pirates over Cubs 7-1
CHICAGO (AP) — Although reluctant to go on the disabled list two weeks ago, Ivan Nova had to concede Sunday that the break was a…
‘Ocean’s 8’ opens with franchise-best $41.5M to top weekend
NEW YORK (AP) — “Ocean’s 8,” the female-fronted overhaul of the starry heist franchise, opened with an estimated $41.5 million at the box office, taking…
Recent Deaths 6/11/18
James E. Merryman, 81 of Venus, died June 9, 2018. C. Dean McMaster, 76, of Leeper, died June 9, 2018. Eunice M. Haynes, 83, of…
Area farmers markets
Area farmers markets are offering fresh produce, plants and a variety of other products. Here’s a list of where you can find the markets: Oil…
Officials say Kulling case will take months
By JIM MEYER – Staff writer As Oil City police await a full autopsy report, the investigation continues into the death of an Oil City…
Guatemala’s Volcano of Fire emits another hot sediment flow
ESCUINTLA, Guatemala (AP) — Guatemala’s Volcano of Fire released a flow of burning sediment and rock Saturday, causing authorities to order new preventative evacuations almost…
The hype is justified for horror hit ‘Hereditary’
In Ari Aster’s intensely nightmarish feature-film debut “Hereditary,” when Annie (Toni Collette), an artist and mother of two teenagers, sneaks out to a grief-support group…
Lester, bullpen combine on 1-hitter, Cubs beat Pirates 2-0
CHICAGO (AP) — Jon Lester sees the Chicago Cubs delivering enough big hits and sparkling plays in the field. More than anything, he sees his…
Artists may register for Oil Heritage Festival shows
Oil City Arts Council is accepting applications for the 2018 Oil Heritage Festival Art and Photography Show. The early bird registration deadline is Saturday, June…
Still no leads on man missing for months
From staff reports Oil City police have turned up no leads in their search for a man who went missing in November from his Plummer…
2 arrested after high-speed chase from Franklin to Meadville
From staff reports Franklin police arrested a Franklin man and a Venus woman on several drug-related and DUI charges after a high-speed pursuit early Friday…
Fred Rogers doc a beautiful day in the neighborhood
So accustomed are we to the downfall and disgrace of men that a marvelous sense of its absence propels the rich and glowing documentary “Won’t…
Bryant gets 3 hits in leadoff spot as Cubs beat Pirates 3-1
CHICAGO (AP) — Kris Bryant could feel his heart pumping for his first at-bat because this trip to the plate was like no other for…
Recent Deaths 6/9/18
Gary H. Kearney, 76, of Oil City, died Thursday, June 7, 2018. Ruth Ann Wolbert, 74, of Leeper, died Friday, June 8, 2018. Gretchen A….
Prosecutor: Bourdain hanged himself with bathrobe belt
PARIS (AP) — The prosecutor of Colmar in France’s Alsace region says that writer and celebrity chef Anthony Bourdain hanged himself in the bathroom of…
Pet of the day 6/8/18
Liam is a male kitten. He is playful and purrs like crazy. He is negative for fiv and leukemia, current on vaccines and neutered. Liam…
Teriyaki pork tenderloin
Servings: 4 Start to finish: 1 to 2 hours on low Slow cooker size: 4 to 7 quarts 1/3 cup soy sauce 1/3 cup sugar…