A time to give
Time is running out for those groups participating in the Week of Giving and there are plenty of animals looking for homes. Scaredy cats need…
2018
Pet of the day 3/23/18
Sarge is a 8 month old, male Pit Bull Terrier surrendered to the rescue when his owners were no longer able to have a dog…
Zucchini Pineapple Bread
Nonstick cooking spray 5 eggs 1 1/4 cups vegetable oil 2 1/2 cups sugar 1 tablespoon vanilla 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 cup wheat germ 1 tablespoon baking soda 1/2 …
US Postal Service to unveil Mister Rogers postage stamp
PITTSBURGH (AP) — It’s a beautiful day to honor Mister Rogers with a postage stamp. The U.S. Postal Service is releasing a stamp featuring Fred…
FBI confirms excavation last week in Elk County
By JIM MEYER Staff writer The FBI confirmed Thursday it was conducting a court-authorized excavation last week at Dents Run in Elk County. While not…
Oil City Middle School students to stage production today, Saturday
From staff reports The Oil City Middle School Drama Club’s production of “One Magic Moment” will take place at 6 p.m. today and at 2…
China targets $3 billion of US goods in tariff spat
BEIJING (AP) — China announced a $3 billion list of U.S. goods for possible retaliation in a tariff dispute with President Donald Trump and girded…
Chris Evans may not return as Captain America
NEW YORK (AP) — The actor who plays Captain America may be ready to hang up his shield. Chris Evans tells The New York Times he has…
Recent Deaths 3/23/18
Raymond W. Mamott Jr., 66, of Seneca, died March 21, 2018. Helen F. (Kelly) Leavy, 88, of Foxburg, died March 22, 2018. For complete…
Oil City possession
Easter events coming up
Clarion An Easter party for children ages 1 to 12 will be held from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, March 31, at the Clarion Moose,…
How to pet-proof a home
Tens of millions of households throughout North America include pets. The American Veterinary Medical Foundation reports that more than 80 million households in the United…
Pet of the day 3/22/18
Name: Curly Sue Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 2 years Gender: Female Size: Small Color: Green/ White Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption Price: $65.00 Curly…
Espresso-chocolate chip angel food cake
Serves 10 to 12 2 teaspoons instant espresso powder 11/3 cups cake flour, sifted 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt 13/4 cups (about 12 large) egg whites…
Woman accused of stealing GoFundMe money held for court
By MARISSA DECHANT Staff writer A Franklin woman accused of stealing nearly $2,700 through a GoFundMe page she created for the victims of a house…
Sugarcreek council discusses Grove resource officer proposal
By WILLIAM STEVENS Staff writer The issue of security was brought up at Wednesday’s Sugarcreek Borough Council meeting when borough Police Chief Matt Carlson mentioned…
Nor’easter rolls into New England as millions begin cleanup
NEW YORK (AP) — The latest nor’easter lost some punch as it rolled into New England on Thursday, as millions of others in the Northeast…
Sidney Crosby has highlight-reel goal, milestone assist
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Sidney Crosby doesn’t really have an explanation for how he does what he does. He just does it. So if you’re looking…
‘N Sync to reunite to receive star on Walk of Fame
NEW YORK (AP) — ‘N Sync is finally reuniting — but not for new music or a tour. The boy band will earn a star…
Recent Deaths 3/22/18
James E. McNally, 81, of Franklin, died March 19, 2018. Patricia “Patty” Trainer (Kinch), 58, of Monongahela, died March 21, 2018. William Joseph McCollum, 59,…
Jones Twp. theft
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 3/21/18
Name: Copper Breed: Hound Mix Age: 1 year Gender: Male Size: Medium Color: White/ Red Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Copper can be found at Venango…
Mustard and dill crusted salmon
Servings: 4 Start to finish: 30 minutes 2 tablespoons reduced sodium soy sauce 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 4 fillets of salmon, about 5 ounces…
Starting Peas and Other Crops
St. Patrick’s Day is the traditional start of the planting season, and it’s something I’ve been doing for decades. The weather can be problematic though…
State ag secretary wants Dean to extend deadline
From staff reports Pennsylvania Secretary of Agriculture Russell Redding has sent a letter to Dean Dairy Holdings following the announcement that the company provided termination…
‘Glo-ga Night’ draws big crowd at Cranberry
Cranberry High School was the scene of “Glo-ga Night,” or glow in the dark yoga, on Tuesday. The Cranberry Wellness Committee held its Spring Family…
Bomber blows self up; fears of more explosives remain
ROUND ROCK, Texas (AP) — The suspect in the deadly string of bombings that terrorized Austin blew himself up early Wednesday as authorities closed in…
Barzal, Pelech lead Islanders to 4-1 win over Penguins
NEW YORK (AP) — The New York Islanders had fun again Tuesday night. Getting just their second win in the last month and beating the…
Former WWE champ Goldberg transitions to ABC comedy
The Associated Press Bill Goldberg is on another winning streak. The former WCW and WWE heavyweight champion can follow another, albeit less punishing, script on…
Recent Deaths 3/21/18
Paige Noel Butryn, 22, of Jacksonville, Florida, formerly of the Oil City/Titusville area, died March 12, 2018. Samuel “Sam” Orton, 79, of Emlenton, died March 19,…
Sheriff: Teenager dead, 2 wounded in Maryland high school
GREAT MILLS, Md. (AP) — A teenager with a handgun shot a girl inside his Maryland high school Tuesday before he was fatally wounded during…
It’s official?
It is officially spring today, but Mother Nature often doesn’t follow the calendar. While robins have been spotted – and photographed – the neighbor’s pond…
Cranberry work continues
Mary and Manuel Nazario saw that Gahr’s Excavating were beginning to tear down Dandy’s Frontier Family Fun Park on Route 322 in Cranberry and asked…
Pet of the day 3/20/18
Maureen is a super sweet and talkative girl. She is current on vaccines and negative for FIV and leukemia. She will be spayed on April…
Chicken Piri Piri
Serves 4 Start to finish: 3 hours 20 minutes, including 2 hours marinating time, 1 hour cooking time 1 (3½- to 4-pound) chicken 4 jalapeno…
Investigators suspect FedEx bomb is tied to Austin bombings
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — A package bomb that authorities believe is linked to the recent string of Austin bombings exploded early Tuesday inside of a…
Aggressive-driving enforcement effort underway
From staff reports The Oil City Police Department announced that it will join the Pennsylvania State Police and over 235 municipal agencies in conducting the…
Cranberry Expo to be held tonight
From staff reports The Cranberry Expo, a public event designed to promote commercial and industrial businesses in Cranberry Township, will be held from 5 to…
Officials: Shooting at a Maryland High School
GREAT MILLS, Md. (AP) — School officials report that there’s been a shooting at a Maryland high school, that the ‘event is contained’ and the…
Spring-themed cake for Prince Harry, Meghan’s spring wedding
LONDON (AP) — Lemon, elderflower, fresh flower decorations: The cake for Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s May wedding will be appropriately spring-themed. Kensington Palace said…
Recent Deaths 3/20/18
James E. “Jim” McNally, 81, of Franklin, died March 19, 2018. Donald W. Knight, 78, of Seneca, died March 18, 2018. Daniel “Danny” Philip Clarke,…
Franklin DUI
Indirect criminal contempt
Pet of the day 3/19/18
Name: Tyr Breed: American Blue Heeler Mix Age: 3 years Gender: Male Size: Medium Color: Blue Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Adoption Price: $100.00 Tyr can…
Spaghetti squash with creamy goat cheese sauce and shredded zucchini
Start to finish: 1 hour (30 active) Servings: 4 to 6 1 1/2 pounds zucchini 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt One 3- to 3 1/2 pound…
Public Comments sought for Desert Storm Memorial Location
The National Park Service is seeking public comment about where the new VFW-supported National Desert Storm Memorial should be located in Washington, D.C. Of the…
Week of Giving begins today
From staff reports The second annual Week of Giving sponsored by Bridge Builders Community Foundation starts today. The Week of Giving event kicks off at…
2 injured in 4th recent explosion in Texas capital
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — An explosion that may have been detonated by a tripwire tore through Texas’ capital and injured two people, leading police to…
Steelers sign LB Jon Bostic to 2-year deal
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Steelers have signed inside linebacker Jon Bostic to a two-year contract. Details of the deal were not disclosed and it…