High winds expected to diminish as Nor’easter moves offshore
BOSTON (AP) — A fierce nor’easter that flooded streets, snapped trees in pieces and knocked out power to more than 1.8 million homes and businesses…
2018
Pirates’ Bell wants fast start after slow rookie finish
BRADENTON, Fla. (AP) — Overall, Josh Bell had a fine rookie season in 2017. The Pittsburgh Pirates first baseman finished third in the NL Rookie…
Recent Deaths 3/3/18
Lois Mae (Fox) Ghering, 90, of Franklin, died Thursday, March 1, 2018. Douglas C. Nelson, 68, of Franklin, died Monday, Feb. 5, 2018. Dale L. Osten, 70,…
Love comes in packages small and large
Area animal shelters and rescues have many furry packages of love all wrapped up and ready for caring homes. A package deal Precious Paws Animal…
Pet of the day 3/2/18
Name: Mimi Breed: Domestic Shorthair Gender: Female Size: Medium Color: Black Age: 8 months House-trained: Yes Mimi can be found at Precious Paws Animal Rescue.
Toffee bars
Servings: Makes 20-22 bars Start to finish: 60 minutes, plus additional cooling time 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 scant teaspoon fine-grain…
Woman waives hearing on assault, resisting arrest charges
From staff reports A Franklin woman accused of biting a police officer and making threats to her mother and authorities last month waived her preliminary…
Rehabilitation of Route 8 bridge in Titusville to begin
From staff reports Rehabilitation work on the South Franklin Street Bridge that carries Route 8 over Oil Creek in the City of Titusville is scheduled…
Nor’easter slamming East Coast with heavy rain, strong winds
BOSTON (AP) — A major nor’easter pounded the East Coast on Friday, packing heavy rain, intermittent snow and strong winds as residents from the mid-Atlantic…
Krejci hat trick leads Bruins to 8-4 win over Penguins
BOSTON (AP) — David Krejci and his new linemate have taken no time at all to find a rhythm. The Bruins center capitalized on his…
Harry, Meghan invite 2,640 folks to help celebrate wedding
LONDON (AP) — Prince Harry and his fiancee, Meghan Markle, will open up the grounds of Windsor Castle for their May wedding to 2,640 people…
Recent Deaths 3/2/18
Sally Jane Ringland, 74, of Clarion, died Feb. 27, 2018. Kathleen Ann Harrington, 74, of Franklin, died Feb. 24, 2018. Audrey Joan Bump, 84, of…
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…
Cranberry Twp. accident
Bloom Twp. theft
Pets and planet: How to become an eco-friendly pet owner
Pets provide much joy to their owners, who are often willing to do whatever it takes in an effort to reciprocate the unconditional love they…
Pet of the day 3/1/18
Name: Buddy and Murphy Breed: Shih Tzu Age: 6 and 9 Gender: Male Size: Small Color: Apricot/ Beige, Black Buddy and Murphy can be found…
Chicken with pears and cider
Servings: 6 Start to finish: 1 hour 3 pounds chicken thighs or legs (or mixed), skin removed, bone-in 2 thick slices of bacon, cut into…
Police still looking into 2 OC disappearances
From staff reports Oil City police chief Bob Wenner said Wednesday investigations are continuing into the disappearances late last year of two Oil City men,…
Dental center planning for Give Kids A Smile Day
From staff reports The Oil City Salvation Army Dental Center is preparing for its annual Give Kids A Smile Day that will be held Wednesday,…
Putin boasts of new Russian nuclear weapons
MOSCOW (AP) — Russia has tested an array of new strategic nuclear weapons that can’t be intercepted, President Vladimir Putin announced Thursday, marking a technological…
Pitt, DiCaprio set to star in Tarantino’s Manson film
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Brad Pitt and Leonardo DiCaprio are set to star in Quentin Tarantino’s “Once Upon a Time in Hollywood.” Sony Pictures says…
Recent Deaths 3/1/18
Merle L. “Sonny” Gahring III, 58, of Siverly, died Feb. 27, 2018. David Lee Simpkins, 65, of Clarion, died Feb. 27, 2018. June Ditty, 89, of…
Franklin public drunkenness
Summerville burglary
Pet of the day 2/28/18
Bootsie is a neutered male. He has a neurological disorder of unknown cause. This makes him walk very wobbly and sometimes fall over. Our vet…
Shepherd’s pie
Serves 6 45 minutes start to finish 4 large Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and halved (abut 1 1/2 pounds) Kosher salt to taste 1 1/2…
Oil City middle school robotics students earn first-place trophy
Though it may be uncommon to hear kids excitedly discuss city infrastructure and economics, to the Oil City Area Middle School robotics team, it’s part…
Ethiopian Jews threaten mass hunger strike over Israel move
ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia (AP) — Representatives for thousands of Ethiopian Jews announced Wednesday they will stage a mass hunger strike if Israel eliminates funding to…
Hall continues torrid pace as Devils nip Pens, 3-2
PITTSBURGH (AP) – Taylor Hall equaled the Devils’ franchise record with points in 15 straight games, Stefan Noesen scored the only goal of the third…
Halle Berry, Quincy Jones, more honor Cheryl Boone Isaacs
BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. (AP) — Quincy Jones, Halle Berry, Kobe Bryant and Common were among the stars paying tribute to former film academy president Cheryl…
Recent Deaths 2/28/18
Merle L. Gahring III, 58, of Oil City, died early Tuesday morning, Feb. 27, 2018. Robert “Bob” Peters, 85 of Olympia, Washington, formerly of Oil…
Rockland Twp. accident
Pet of the day 2/27/18
Name: Yogi Breed: Rottweiler Mix Age: 6 years Gender: male Size: Large Color: Black/ Tan Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Yogi can be found at Venango…
Prespring palette
Before the rain stopped and the skies cleared, the prespring color palette was looking pretty drab. Skies were gray and the ground was varying shades…
Shredded Sweet Potatoes with Dates and Pistachios
Start to finish: 30 minutes (20 active) Servings: 6 1/2 cup finely chopped onion 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and…
Clintonville Borough runaway
Franklin team takes second at robotics tourney
Franklin Junior/Senior High School’s VEX robotics team brought home a second-place finish at the third annual VEX Robotics competition held Friday at North Allegheny High…
Trump says lawmakers need to buck NRA every once in a while
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump declared he’s willing to take on the National Rifle Association over gun legislation, but Republicans who control Congress aren’t…
Happy to come aboard
BRADENTON, Fla. (AP) – Corey Dickerson didn’t initially believe the news. Tampa Bay Rays general manager Erik Neander called Dickerson late on the night of…
Dean’s iconic ‘Rebel Without a Cause’ jacket up for auction
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — James Dean’s cherry-red jacket from “Rebel Without a Cause” is expected to bring up to $600,000 when it goes…
Recent Deaths 2/27/18
Cora E. “Corky” McCall, 82, of Franklin, passed away at 7:14 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 24, 2018. Robert L. “Muzzy” “Pappy” Raypush, 80, of Clarion, formerly…
Cranberry Twp. accident
Sugarcreek Borough accident
Oil City possession
Pet of the day 2/26/18
Spook is an 8 year old neutered male. A little shy but is very friendly once he gets to know you a little better. He…
Jamaican Punch
Serves about 16 to 20 6 limes (3 juiced, 3 sliced) 1/2 bottle ginger wine 1 bottle wine rum or vodka Sugar, to taste 3…
The Veterans Corner
The month of March has many important dates. Here are just a few: March 3, Navy Reserve birthday (103 years), established in 1915. March 5,…
AP Review: Trump’s red tape cuts slice into safety rules
WASHINGTON (AP) — On a clear, dry June evening in 2015, cars and trucks rolled slowly in a herky-jerky backup ahead of an Interstate 75…
Bucs banking on Moran
PITTSBURGH (AP) – Colin Moran was considered one of the best players in college baseball in 2013 while starring at North Carolina. “We loved him…