Avoid strainers to stay safe, alive this boating season
Don’t become spaghetti. When I and some others used to teach boating safety to our troop of Scouts, and talked turned to hazards on the…
June 2019
Pet of the day 6/12/19
Name: Nova Breed: Terrier Mix Gender: Female Size: Medium Color: White/ Tan Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Nova can be found at Venango County Humane Society.
Peanut Butter and Jelly Cookies
Makes 5 dozen 1 cup sugar, plus extra for coating dough 1 cup firmly packed light brown sugar 1 cup Crisco Butter Flavor Shortening 1…
OC man charged in Clarion County domestic incident
From staff reports An Oil City man is facing charges in connection with a domestic violence incident last week in Perry Township, Clarion County, that…
Children’s bicycle rodeo set June 27
From staff reports PennDOT, the Franklin Area Chamber of Commerce, Franklin Alliance Church and the City of Franklin will hold a free children’s bicycle rodeo…
Bill to take over insurance exchange wins House’s backing
HARRISBURG (AP) — Pennsylvania’s House of Representatives is backing the state’s effort to take over its online health insurance exchange created by the Affordable Care…
Marvel fans can stay in Iron Man’s cabin outside Atlanta
CAMPBELLTON, Ga. (AP) — Marvel fans can now live out a fantasy in Georgia if they’re willing to shell out almost $1,000 a night. WSB-TV…
Recent Deaths 6/12/19
Doris E. Lepley, 89, of Franklin, died June 11, 2019. Michael Rice, 46, of Cooperstown, died Aug. 17, 2018. Muriel I. Doyle, 86, of Oil…
A Fond Farewell
Photos by Jillian Plummer and Jenna Seigworth/Student contributors By AMBER HOLT with contributions by HANNAH NIEDERRITER Student contributors This year, Cranberry High School is losing…
Pet of the day 6/11/19
Thistle is a male kitten. He is current on vaccines and neutered. Thistle can be found at Tri-County Animal Rescue Center.
Make Room for New Favorites on the Grill
(Family Features) Whether firing up the grill for a pool party, barbecue or even just a weeknight meal, one thing’s for sure: summertime means grilling…
Hunting licenses to go on sale
From staff reports Hunting licenses will go on sale across the state starting Monday, and Venango County hunters can purchase licenses at the county treasurer’s…
Flag retirement ceremony scheduled in Franklin
From staff reports The seventh annual flag retirement ceremony in Franklin will be held at 6 p.m. Friday in Bandstand Park. During the event, which…
Work underway on 2 Venango roadways
From staff reports Resurfacing work began Monday on portions of two roadways in Venango County. A PennDOT press release says the projects are on a…
Hong Kong political strife continues with protests, strikes
HONG KONG (AP) — Opponents of legislation in Hong Kong that would allow criminal suspects to be extradited to mainland China are planning more protests…
Acuña hits grand slam after early fracas, Braves top Pirates
ATLANTA (AP) — The Atlanta Braves stayed hot by hitting five home runs on a night a first-inning, stare-down contest created the biggest stir. Ronald…
Radiohead to release stolen music for climate campaigners
LONDON (AP) — Radiohead says a trove of unreleased music has been stolen for ransom. But instead of paying up, the band will release it…
Recent Deaths 6/11/19
Wayne E. Nuhfer, 92, of Townville, died June 9, 2019. Robert “Bob” W. Ungren, 92, formerly of Franklin, died June 5, 2019. Richard D. “Dick”…
Rockland Twp. theft
Frenchcreek Twp. accident
Blue Water Navy Legal Battles End
The VFW is saluting a decision by the Justice Department to not contest Procopio v. Wilkie, which now paves the way for the return of…
Pet of the day 6/10/19
Boris appears to be a male, senior, Lab that was brought to the rescue after being found wandering down a back road on his own….
Roasted Black Bean Cod
Serves 2 1 large garlic clove 1/2 inch piece fresh ginger, peeled 2 teaspoons teriyaki sauce 1 teaspoon rice wine vinegar 1 cod fillet, about…
Penelec celebrating its 100-year milestone today
From staff reports Tracing its roots to a handful of companies that illuminated downtown street lights – from dusk until an hour after the saloons…
Democrats push ahead with hearings on Mueller’s Russia probe
WASHINGTON (AP) — Top Democratic leaders may be in no rush to launch an impeachment inquiry, but the party is launching a series of hearings…
Moustakas HR wins car for fan, Yelich HR, Brewers sweep Bucs
MILWAUKEE (AP) — The Milwaukee Brewers topped their crowd-pleasing Christian Yelich bobblehead giveaway with another surprise gift, thanks to Mike Moustakas. Moustakas launched a homer…
‘Secret Life of Pets 2’ bests ‘Dark Phoenix’ at box office
LOS ANGELES (AP) — After nearly 20 years and a dozen films, the current manifestation of X-Men movies is going out with a whimper. Scorched…
Recent Deaths 6/10/19
Richard William (Dick) Loring, 90, died June 7, 2019. Zora S. Kurtz, 87, of Pleasantville, formerly of Blairs Corners, Knox, died June 7, 2019. William…
OC parking authority shuts down
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer An Oil City panel charged with a singular mission – public parking – has voted to shut down. “The…
Cranberry Lions spruce up public spots with benches
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer The Cranberry Lions Club has been intent the last few months on rest and relaxation. Its members’ efforts, though,…
Mexico: Country has ‘dignity intact’ after US tariff deal
TIJUANA, Mexico (AP) — Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador said he was reluctantly prepared to slap retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods if negotiators in…
Davies sets club record at 7-0, Brewers beat Pirates 5-3
MILWAUKEE (AP) — It wasn’t pretty, but Zach Davies did something Saturday that no other starting pitcher in Milwaukee Brewers history had done before. Despite…
Broadway readies for biggest audience of the year at Tonys
NEW YORK (AP) — It’s only 10 a.m. but Broadway star Alex Brightman is already sweating. The actor, who plays the delightfully demonic title character…
Theft by Deception
Possession with Intent to Deliver
2 arrested on warrants for animal cruelty
From staff reports Two Franklin residents who were wanted on felony warrants for aggravated cruelty to animals were arrested Thursday. Franklin city police arrested Lindsey…
Cranberry roadwork to begin next week
From staff reports A $2.7 million project that will give motorists a smoother ride on more than four miles of roads in Cranberry Township is…
Record lake levels swamp Erie’s landscape
ERIE (AP) — Carp are swimming in a flooded a picnic area at Presque Isle State Park. Docks have become so submerged along Presque Isle…
Woodruff fans 10, Brewers’ bats shine in 10-4 win over Bucs
MILWAUKEE (AP) — When Brandon Woodruff starts, the Milwaukee Brewers win. Woodruff struck out 10 in six innings and Ryan Braun hit a three-run homer,…
‘The Buffalo Hunt’ seeks to show tribe in a new light
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — “The Buffalo Hunt,” a new documentary on the homeland of the Oglala Lakota, attempts to shun clichés around the Pine Ridge…
Recent Deaths 6/8/19
Richard W. Loring, 90, of Oil City, died June 7, 2019. Howard Russell “Rusty” Wise, Jr., 53, of Oil City, died June 6, 2019. Gary…
Farmington Twp. crash
Drainage pipe theft
Pet of the day 6/7/19
Cosmos is a male kitten. He is current on vaccines and neutered. He can be found at Tri-County Animal Rescue Center.
Sunday Gumbo
Yield: 16 servings 1 pound Italian sausage links, cut into 1/4-inch pieces 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed 3 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 medium…
OC, Franklin pools to open this weekend
The Oil City and Franklin swimming pools will open for the season this weekend. In Oil City, the James A. Nelles Swimming Pool in the…
Europe shows challenges for US regulators targeting Big Tech
LONDON (AP) — As U.S. authorities prepare to investigate Silicon Valley’s digital giants, they’ll look for inspiration — and warnings — from Europe, where regulators…
Bell clubs three doubles as Pirates chop down Braves, 6-1
PITTSBURGH (AP) – Mike Foltynewicz allowed consecutive home runs to Colin Moran and Gregory Polanco in the second inning of a 6-1 loss to the…
Julia Roberts, Spike Lee toast Denzel Washington at event
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Denzel Washington is being honored this year as the 47th recipient of the AFI Life Achievement Award. Peers and collaborators from…
Recent Deaths 6/7/19
John H. Franklin, 79, a resident of 257 Lakeview Drive, Cooperstown, died peacefully at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 5, 2019. Julie Marie Hutchinson, 68, of…