Danish inventor convicted of reporter’s murder, gets life
COPENHAGEN, Denmark (AP) — Danish submarine inventor Peter Madsen was found guilty Wednesday of torturing and murdering Swedish reporter Kim Wall before dismembering her body…
2018
You again? Penguins face familiar foe in Capitals
CRANBERRY TOWNSHIP (AP) — Sidney Crosby has faced the Washington Capitals three times in the playoffs. All three times the Pittsburgh captain has led his…
Miranda, ‘Game of Thrones’ #MeToo figure take Webby Awards
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Lin-Manuel Miranda, “Game of Thrones” and a key figure in the #MeToo movement are among the winners of this year’s Webby…
Recent Deaths 4/25/18
Elizabeth I. Wolbert, 84, of Lucinda, died April 24, 2018. Wallace D. “Rick” Hepler Jr., 70, of Oil City, died April 23, 2018. Bruce C. Hutchinson,…
Coding at the library
On April 17, 10 young people learned computer programming at the Oil City Library in the CODE VC program. They were taught by the young…
Franklin board moves ahead on citizen committee
By MARISSA DECHANT Staff writer Franklin Area School board will appoint members to its new citizen advisory committee next month. Board members approved a motion…
Pet of the day 4/24/18
Winnie is a young, declawed, spayed female. She came to the rescue after her owner died and she was left wandering outside. She is negative…
Greek roasted chicken breasts
Serves 4 Start to finish: 30 minutes plus marinating time 1/4 cup olive oil 1 teaspoon minced garlic 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1 tablespoon…
Sandycreek Twp. accident
Cranberry Twp. accident
Franklin DUI
Mower, tooth in a box, Vishnu doll in New Jersey beach trash
POINT PLEASANT BEACH, N.J. (AP) — The bizarre trash items plucked from New Jersey’s beaches last year might be enough to cause nausea or heartburn….
Captain: Cigarette butts start fire outside restaurant
By JIM MEYER Staff writer Firefighters were dispatched Monday afternoon to a fire caused by smoldering cigarette butts under an awning outside Casey’s Restaurant and…
OC board OKs high school credits for middle school students
By JIM MEYER Staff Writer Oil City School Board on Monday approved awarding high school credits to middle school students taking high school level courses,…
Wolf pushes to end ‘gun show’ exception to background checks
HARRISBURG (AP) — Gov. Tom Wolf on Monday asked the Legislature to pass a measure expanding background checks on firearms in Pennsylvania and end an…
Motive elusive after van driver kills 10 on Toronto sidewalk
TORONTO (AP) — Police in Canada’s biggest city are piecing together witness accounts and surveillance video trying to determine why a driver plowed a rented…
At Tribeca, virtual reality tackles harsh real-world issues
NEW YORK (AP) — “Once you walk through that door, you will be in Syria.” That’s the instruction a guide named Thea gives before entering…
Recent Deaths 4/24/18
Susan P. Kean, 82 , of Oil City, died April 22, 2018. Violet B. Garner, 96, of Meadville, died April 22, 2018. Bruce C. Hutchinson,…
Police: Waffle House suspect arrested near his apartment
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The suspect in an attack that killed four people at a Waffle House restaurant in Tennessee was arrested Monday not far…
Erie VA holds annual volunteers banquet
The Erie VA Medical Center held its annual volunteers banquet last Saturday. It was held at The Concourse at Union Station. It was reported that…
Pet of the day 4/23/18
Name: Gravy Breed: Retriever, Lab/ Hound Age: 3 years Gender: Female Size: Large Color: Golden Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Adoption Price: $100.00 Gravy can be…
Spatzle primavera
Start to finish: 1 hour (30 active) Servings: 4 to 6 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt plus extra for salting the water 1 pound asparagus 1…
Local scouts visit Gettysburg
Under the direction of leader Terry Miller, North Sandy Boy Scout Troop 412, of Utica, traveled to Gettysburg on April 20-22. They hiked around the battlefields…
Police seek 2 Titusville residents
From staff reports Titusville police are looking for two Titusville residents who have active warrants out for their arrest. According to authorities, Rachel Kinney and…
Fire severely damages OC residence
From staff reports A house fire early Saturday afternoon in Oil City resulted in major structure damage and one person needing treatment at UPMC Northwest….
Waffle House suspect remains on the run, may be armed
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — A half-naked man suspected in the slayings of four people at a Waffle House remained on the run Monday, and authorities…
Crosby, Penguins keep 3rd straight championship in sight
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Sidney Crosby tormented the Flyers just as he has from the start of his NHL career. Kris Letang and Evgeni Malkin were…
Royal baby: It’s a boy for Kate on England’s national day
LONDON (AP) — For Kate, the wait is over. The Duchess of Cambridge gave birth Monday to a healthy baby boy — a third child…
Recent Deaths 4/23/18
Terry L. McIntyre Sr., 54, of Rimersburg, died April 18, 2018. Ruth M. Walker-Daniels, of Oil City, died April 21, 2018. Robert E. Lee, 64, of…
Special needs kindergarten numbers on rise in county
By MARISSA DECHANT Staff writer School districts across Venango County are already experiencing an uptick in registered kindergarten students for the 2018-19 year who will…
NASCAR qualifier to feature work of ex-Cochranton man
By JIM MEYER Staff writer An upcoming NASCAR qualifier has a former Cochranton man and Derrick Publishing employee revved up, but not just because he…
Syracuse fraternity permanently expelled over racist video
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (AP) — Syracuse University announced Saturday that it has permanently expelled a fraternity over an offensive video that fraternity members say was intended as…
Hoskins goes deep, Nola goes 7 solid, Phils beat Pirates 6-2
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Rhys Hoskins let two fastballs down the middle go for strikes and somehow saw another one. He crushed it. Hoskins hit a…
Verne Troyer, Mini-Me from ‘Austin Powers’ films, has died
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Verne Troyer, who played Dr. Evil’s small, silent sidekick “Mini-Me” in the “Austin Powers” movie franchise, has died. He was 49….
Bluegrass Festival at Venango County Fairgrounds
A bluegrass festival will be held Friday through Sunday, May 25-27, at the Venango County Fairgrounds, 867 Mercer Road, Franklin. The fairgrounds are located between…
Detroit man charged after OC police find heroin in vehicle
From staff reports A Detroit man is facing charges after Oil City police allegedly found him in possession of heroin during the execution of a…
Americans told to toss romaine lettuce over E. coli fears
PHOENIX (AP) — U.S. health officials on Friday told consumers to throw away any store-bought romaine lettuce they have in their kitchens and warned restaurants…
Netflix’s ‘Kodachrome’ reminds that Ed Harris can make standard roles transcendent
Ed Harris. The accomplished actor did not inspire “Kodachrome,” and he’s not the only thing in it, but when you’re looking for reasons to watch,…
Couturier scores late, Flyers edge Penguins to force Game 6
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Sean Couturier did what he could to deal with the pain in his left leg, then hopped over the boards and let…
Recent Deaths 4/21/18
Norma Jean Highfield, 82, of Reno, died Thursday, April 19, 2018. Janet Teetor Loring, 87, of Oil City, died Wednesday, April 18, 2018. Lynn Marie Carson-Vanderwerff,…
Pet of the day 4/20/18
Name: Grannite Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 8 months Gender: Male Size: Small Color: Grey/ White Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Grannite can be found at…
Slow-cooker Mexican turkey chili
Serves 4-6 Ingredients 1 1/4 pounds ground turkey, lean 1 medium onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 can whole kernel corn, drained (or 1…
Award winners are honored by Venango County Human Services
Venango County Human Services held its annual awards ceremony Wednesday at the Rocky Grove fire hall. This year’s award winners are: — Children and Families…
AP-NORC Poll: Americans expect Russia tension will get worse
WASHINGTON (AP) — Americans largely fear the country’s relationship with Russia and China will get worse in the coming year, and despite signs of diplomatic…
Arrieta, Phils stump Bucs
PHILADELPHIA (AP) – Jake Arrieta flashed the All-Star form that made Philadelphia covet the free-agent ace, striking out 10 and tossing one-hit ball over seven…
Ariana Grande releases new song, first since 2017 bombing
NEW YORK (AP) — Ariana Grande has released her first song since a 2017 terrorist attack during her concert in the United Kingdom. The 24-year-old…
Recent Deaths 4/20/18
Janet T. Loring, 87, of Oil City passed away Wednesday April 18, 2018. Dr. Kenneth G. Vayda, 91, of Water Run Landing, formerly of Knox,…
Cub Scouts clean up
On Wednesday, April 18, local Cub Scouts and parent volunteers from Pack 111 in Seneca picked up trash along Salina Road in Cranberry Township as…
5 effective ways to alleviate stress
Stress affects everyone at some point in their lives and does not discriminate based on gender, nationality, ethnicity, economic status, or age. The American Institute…
Day of service, no walkout at Columbine on 19th anniversary
DENVER (AP) — A planned national high school walkout for gun control on the 19th anniversary of the Columbine shooting Friday won’t include student protests…