Long, Mariners beat Pirates 6-5 in 11 innings for sweep
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Seattle Mariners are on their way to finishing at the bottom of the AL West, but they plan to do more…
September 2019
A stitch in time: Tapestry immortalizes “Game of Thrones”
BAYEUX, France (AP) — Famously, Arya Stark always preferred her sword Needle to needlework. Still, even she would be impressed with the giant tapestry now…
Recent Deaths 9/20/19
Sandra K. “Sandy” Clark, 72, of Emlenton, died Sept. 19, 2019. Herman “Herb” Aponte, 71, of Franklin, died Sept. 16, 2019. For complete obituaries,…
Pet of the Day 9/19/19
Little Girl, a domestic short hair, is a 5-year-old spayed female. She’s a dilute calico with hazel eyes. She’s a sweet, talkative girl. New to…
Cinnamon-Apple Crostata
Need a dessert that is not only delicious but easy to make? Try this recipe for Cinnamon-Apple Crostata. You’ll have a hard time waiting to…
Assault with weapon
Man taken into custody in Clarion after search
From staff reports An Ohio man was captured Wednesday morning in the Clarion area following a search that started Tuesday evening. Clarion state police said…
WTAE to air Polk report
From staff reports WTAE-TV in Pittsburgh plans to air a report on Polk Center during its 6 p.m. newscast today. The newsroom received a call…
Red Cross offers free smoke alarms, installation
From staff reports The American Red Cross will canvass Venango, Clarion and Armstrong counties to install free smoke alarms and make homes safer as the…
‘It’s bad’: Water rescues begin as Imelda soaks east Texas
HOUSTON (AP) — Rain from Tropical Depression Imelda deluged parts of Texas and Louisiana on Thursday, prompting hundreds of water rescues, a hospital evacuation and…
Fitzpatrick attacking fresh start with Steelers
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Minkah Fitzpatrick walked into the locker room fresh off the first practice of the rest of his football life, noticed the semi-circle…
Nevada desert towns prep for possible ‘Storm Area 51’ influx
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Visitors descending on the remote Nevada desert for “Storm Area 51” are from Earth, not outer space. No one knows what…
Recent Deaths 9/19/19
Justin Michael Cozad, 40, of Oil City, died Sept. 17, 2019. Mary A. Ritchey, 86, formerly of Dempseytown, died Sept. 17, 2019. Daniel J. Kauffman,…
Planting a Tree the Right Way
There’s an old saying that goes, “The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The next best time is today.” Fall is…
Make Family Meals Matter
(Family Features) For busy families, finding time to eat together isn’t always easy, but coming together around the dinner table regularly isn’t just about keeping…
Pet of the Day 9-18-19
Ricky, a domestic short sair, is a 15-week-old neutered male. He’s an orange tabby with white. Ricky is curious and active. He gets along with…
Retail theft
Theft by deception
Couple charged after 5 children found alone
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer An Oil City couple have been charged with endangering the welfare of children after police found five young children running…
Historical Society planning book sale during Applefest
From staff reports The Venango County Historical Society’s annual book and yard sale will be held during Franklin’s annual Applefest celebration. The historical society is…
Iran tells US retaliation looms if targeted for Saudi attack
TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — Iran has warned the U.S. it will retaliate “immediately” if Tehran is targeted over a weekend attack on Saudi oil installations,…
Mariners blank Pittsburgh after Pirates’ Vázquez arrested
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Pirates’ season has been going downhill since the All-Star break and it got even worse Tuesday night. Marco Gonzales allowed…
Welcome to Orcland: Lord of the Rings to film in New Zealand
WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — Amazon announced Wednesday it will film its upcoming television series “The Lord of the Rings” in New Zealand, marking a…
Recent Deaths 9/18/19
Phyllis N. Perry, 89, of Seneca, died Sept. 15, 2019. Joyce L. Vogan, 91, formerly of Seneca, died Sept. 13, 2019. Ralph L.S. Montana, 72,…
Pirates’ Vázquez arrested on porn, solicitation charges
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pittsburgh Pirates All-Star closer Felipe Vázquez has been arrested on charges of pornography and soliciting a child. Vázquez was taken into custody…
Pet of the Day 9/17/19
Mila, a Labrador Retriever mix, is a one-year and four-month-old spayed female. She has a tan and white coat with dark brown eyes and a…
Back-to-School Snacks Fit for the Family
(Family Features) As parents and kids navigate back-to-school routines and extracurricular activities, making healthy food choices is essential to keep everyone energized and engaged. When…
Criminal mischief
Theft by deception
Bus safety for Sandycreek students
Students at Sandycreek Elementary School in Franklin School District conducted a schoolwide bus safety experience with Franklin state police trooper Trooper McGee. Students had hands-on…
Golf tourney to honor memory of well-known Oil City resident
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer A popular golf outing that bore the name of an Oil City tavern is returning to a local golf…
Iran’s supreme leader: No talks with the US at any level
TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — Iran’s supreme leader announced on Tuesday that “there will be no talks with the U.S. at any level” — remarks apparently…
Post-Roethlisberger life begins for Steelers, Rudolph
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Steelers have been 0-2 before. They’ve struggled on offense before. They’ve had issues on defense before. They’ve been blown out…
Brad Pitt asks astronaut: Who was better? Clooney or me?
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — Brad Pitt, star of the new space movie “Ad Astra,” had a burning question for a real-life astronaut. “Who was…
Recent Deaths 9/17/19
Nancy B. Hankey, 82, of Grove City, formerly of Rimersburg, died Sept. 14, 2019. Carole Biletnikoff, 76, of Clarion, died Sept. 15, 2019. Ralph Montana,…
A Fast, Filling Breakfast
(Family Features) A filling yet nutritious breakfast is a productive way to start any day, especially one loaded with flavor. Spanish Potato and Onion Omelets…
Pet of the Day 9/16/19
Ginger, a domestic short hair, is a 6-year-old spayed female. She has a silky calico coat with contrasting white and pale yellow eyes. Ginger is…
Roethlisberger done for season with right elbow injury
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Ben Roethlisberger’s season is over. His career possibly, too. The Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback’s injured right elbow will require surgery, ending the 37-year-old’s…
Gov. Wolf Proclaims Sept. 20 as POW/MIA Recognition Day
Here is some history of POW/MIA Day and the flag. The POW/MIA flag was created for the National League of Families of American Prisoners and…
Man is building ‘little town’ on his property
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer Ed Stoner, who restored the Marienville switcher building with his son, has an unusual hobby. He is building a “little…
Trump: US locked and loaded in response to drone attack
WASHINGTON (AP) — Tensions are flaring in the Persian Gulf after President Donald Trump said the U.S. is “locked and loaded” to respond to a…
Seahawks edge Steelers 28-26 as Roethlisberger exits
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The faces around Russell Wilson have changed as the Seattle Seahawks rebuild themselves on the fly. One thing, however, has not. Seattle…
‘It’ is tops again; ‘Hustlers’ full of flash at box office
LOS ANGELES (AP) — It wasn’t quite enough to take down Pennywise the clown, but Jennifer Lopez and the scheming strippers of “Hustlers” topped even…
Recent Deaths 9/16/19
Phyllis N. Perry, 89, of Seneca, died Sept. 15, 2019. Walter D. Heffern, 83, of Utica, died Sept. 14, 2019. Joyce L. Vogan, 91, formerly…
Cranberry withdraws from PennDOT program during winter
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer Cranberry Township is withdrawing from a PennDOT program that pays a stipend to the township in exchange for township…
Dance geared toward students with disabilities
By SARAH TITLEY Staff writer Franklin Junior/Senior High School life skills teachers and administrators are teaming up to host a special dance for students with…
Still reeling from Dorian, Bahamas hit by tropical storm
FREEPORT, Bahamas (AP) — Tropical Storm Humberto moved away from the Bahamas on Saturday after dumping rain on parts of the archipelago’s northwest region that…
Cubs set team HR record, clobber Pirates 14-1
CHICAGO (AP) — All of a sudden, the Chicago Cubs are locked in at the plate and looking like a confident, playoff-bound team again. Kris…
‘Ghostbuster’ sequel to focus on a family of original film
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The upcoming “Ghostbuster” sequel will focus on the descendants of the original ghost-catchers who rushed around New York City in proton…