Weinstein Co. expected to file bankruptcy after talks fail
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Weinstein Co.’s board of directors says the company is expected to file for bankruptcy protection after last-ditch talks to sell…
2018
Recent Deaths 2/26/18
Lenore C. Lutz, 87, of 1303 Riverside Dr., in Oil City, passed away Friday, Feb. 23, 2018. Robert L. “Muzzy” “Pappy” Raypush, 80, of Clarion,…
Pitt trustees approve new vision for Titusville
From staff reports The University of Pittsburgh’s Board of Trustees on Friday approved a new vision for the Pitt-Titusville campus. At the board’s annual meeting,…
Antiques sale and show planned for March 3
The Oil City YWCA’s 42nd annual antiques sale and show will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, March 3. The event will…
Rockland Township crash
Franklin man arrested on drug charges
From staff reports A Franklin man is facing drug charges after police allegedly found him with marijuana in Riverfront Park last week. A criminal complaint…
HBO biopic about Penn State’s Joe Paterno premieres April 7
NEW YORK (AP) — An HBO biopic starring Al Pacino as late Penn State football coach Joe Paterno will premiere April 7. HBO tweeted the premiere date…
2 dead as severe weather moves eastward through central US
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — At least two people are dead as a strong storm system that included possible tornadoes roared eastward through the central United…
Evgenii Dadonov has hat trick, Panthers beat Penguins 6-4
SUNRISE, Fla. (AP) — The Florida Panthers cut it close — again. Evgenii Dadonov scored with 1:53 to play to complete a hat trick and…
Sexual assault at Polk Center
Petroleum Program Series will begin Thursday at Drake Well
TITUSVILLE – Drake Well Museum and Park and Friends of Drake Well will kick off this year’s Petroleum Program Series on Thursday. The five-part series…
Judges decline to immediately throw out state map
HARRISBURG (AP) – A new congressional map in Pennsylvania on Friday survived a request from eight of the state’s Republican congressmen that federal judges throw…
OC police have been to schools 8 times in 2 weeks
From staff reports Oil City police said Friday they have responded to eight reported incidents at the Oil City high school or middle school in…
‘Annihilation’ is a trippy and frightful fantasia
“The Shimmer” is the name given to the mysterious phenomenon that, after a meteor strike, settles along a swampy coastline in Alex Garland’s “Annihilation.” It’s…
Kessel, Malkin lead Pens past Canes 6-1 for 6th straight win
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — The Pittsburgh Penguins made plenty of moves Friday night — on the ice, with the roster and in the standings. Phil…
Recent Deaths 2/24/18
Joseph Francis Wells Jr., 67, of Clarion, died Monday, Feb.12, 2018. Ruth M. McCord, 86, of Rockland, died Thursday, Feb, 22, 2018. Lenore C. Lutz, 87,…
Sugarcreek police lieutenant to attend response training
By WILLIAM STEVENS Staff writer Sugarcreek Borough Council voted unanimously at Wednesday’s meeting to allow police Lt. Ryan Ashbaugh to attend Alert, Lockdown, Inform, Counter,…
Adoptables and events
Area animal shelters and rescues have some fine candidates for adoption and a program on lead poisoning and eagles has been scheduled in Rimersburg. He’s…
Pet of the day 2/23/18
Diamond is a 7 month old German Shepherd/Aussie mix who was surrendered because a child in the home was allergic to Diamond. Diamond knows “sit,”…
Pork or Lamb Vindaloo
Serves 3 to 4 11/2 tablespoons grainy mustard (Pommery Moutarde de Meaux) 11/2 teaspoons ground cumin 11/2 teaspoons grounder turmeric 1/2 to 1 teaspoon cayenne…
Wenner, school leaders respond to lockdown rumors
By JIM MEYER Staff writer Recent rumors of Oil City High School going into lockdown because of a threat were based on social media gossip…
‘The Radio Show’ is set for March 2-3
From staff reports Community Playhouse’s annual Honky Tonk production is sure to help folks remember those pre-television days when radio provided hours of family entertainment…
Florida school shooting: ‘abject breakdown at all levels’
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — The Florida high school where a former student shot and killed 17 people with an assault-type rifle is reopening for…
Rays deal Dickerson to Pirates for Hudson and minor leaguer
PORT CHARLOTTE, Fla. (AP) — Tampa Bay traded All-Star designated hitter Corey Dickerson to Pittsburgh on Thursday in exchange for relief pitcher Daniel Hudson, minor…
Blige, Day, Lafourcade, Common among Oscars performers
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The original singers of the year’s five Oscar-nominated songs will reprise their performances live on the Oscar stage. Academy Awards producers…
Recent Deaths 2/23/18
David C. Hawk, 73, of Cranberry, died Feb. 5, 2018. William Braden Parker Sr., 58, died Feb. 18, 2018. Eleanor M. Hitchcock, 96, formerly of…
Oil City drug violation
Routinely update cosmetic collections
Cosmetics are not only designed to help individuals improve their appearance, but they also can be used to treat various ailments and conditions. Millions of…
Pet of the day 2/22/18
Belle is a beautiful little girl, who loves to play and be cuddled. She is current on vaccines and tested negative for FIV and leukemia….
Quinoa-stuffed tomatoes
Servings: 8 Start to finish: 1 hour, including inactive cooking time 8 medium sized tomatoes 2 teaspoons olive oil 1 small yellow onion, diced (about…
OC school district issued robocall to quell lockdown rumors
From staff reports A robocall was initiated Wednesday by Oil City High School principal Scott Stahl to dispel rumors of a lockdown in response to…
Grove board hears from teachers during meeting
By WILLIAM STEVENS Staff writer The Valley Grove Education Association once again came out in force Tuesday to petition the Valley Grove School Board to…
Students across US walk out of class to protest gun violence
The Associated Press In a wave of demonstrations reaching from Arizona to Maine, students at dozens of U.S. high schools walked out of class Wednesday…
Universal launches plans for third ‘Jurassic World’ film
NEW YORK (AP) — Four months before “Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom” hits theaters, Universal Pictures has announced plans Wednesday for a third installment in the…
Recent Deaths 2/22/18
Lelia Marie Males, 92, of New Bethlehem, died Feb. 21, 2018. Mary L. Potter, 86, of Irwin Township, died Feb. 20, 2018. Dr. Paul Y. Kim, 85,…
Jefferson Twp. theft
Kmart 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…
Jenks Twp. accident
East Lackawannock Twp. aggravated assault
Pet of the day 2/21/18
Name: Marylynn Breed: Chinese Shar-Pei/ Mix Age: 1 year Gender: Female Size: Medium Color: Blond Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption Price: $100.00 Marylynn can be…
Silky Leek Soup
Start to finish: 40 minutes Serves 4 1 tablespoon unsalted butter 1 tablespoon olive oil, plus extra for drizzling 6 large leeks, white and light…
Former Grove board member raises concerns about safety
By WILLIAM STEVENS Staff writer A former Valley Grove School Board member attended the panel’s meeting Tuesday night and addressed safety concerns in the wake…
Venango economic panel elects officers, outlines mission
By JIM MEYER Staff Writer Members of the recently formed Venango County Economic Development Authority readied themselves to get down to business Tuesday with an…
Florida shooting survivors in capital, demand action on guns
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — Students who survived the Florida school shooting prepared to flood the Capitol Wednesday pushing to ban the assault-style rifle used to…
Injured Steelers LB Ryan Shazier vows to play again
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Injured Pittsburgh Steelers Ryan Shazier doesn’t just plan to play again following a spinal injury. He says he wants to make it…
Review: Bateman, McAdams anchor lively ‘Game Night’
The Associated Press A murder mystery party goes sideways when violent kidnappers arrive before the fake ones in “Game Night ,” which seems on the page…
Recent Deaths 2/21/18
Dr. Paul Y. Kim, 85, of Shippenville, died Feb. 20, 2018. Guy Chamberlain, 85, of Solon, Ohio, formerly of Franklin, died Jan. 14, 2018. Julia…
Oil City arrest warrant
An icy reception
Below freezing temperatures on Saturday led to some icy images over the weekend. As temperatures warm, the likelihood of finding more of Mother Nature’s frozen…