Recent Deaths 9/10/19
James Eugene Lawson, 72, of Goodview, Virginia, formerly of Oil City, died Sept. 8, 2019. John E. “Bud” Greer, 91, of Seneca, died Sept. 8,…
September 2019
Friday Night Lights: Cranberry, O.C. homecoming events
By JENNA SEIGWORTH Student contributor Ever since the news broke mid-summer, questions have been rising about Cranberry High School’s homecoming plans. Students and parents alike…
Take Down a Tantalizing Tailgate
Family Features Whether you prefer watching your favorite teams in-person or on TV, tailgate season means it’s time to break out your party’s favorite foods…
Pet of the Day 9/9/19
Graham, a Labrador Retriever mix, has a black coat and dark eyes. Graham came in as a stray, and his owner could not located. He’s…
On-Base Shopping Eligibility Expands Jan. 1
Beginning in the new year more than 3 million service-connected disabled veterans with VA ratings from zero to 90 percent will be authorized for on-base…
New schedule set for CATA buses
From staff reports CATA buses in the area will run on a different schedule, starting Monday, Sept. 16. The Franklin, Oil City and Intercity routes…
At 9/11 memorial, new recognition for a longer-term toll
NEW YORK (AP) — When the names of nearly 3,000 Sept. 11 victims are read aloud Wednesday at the World Trade Center, a half-dozen stacks…
Brady starts his 20th season by beating Steelers 33-3
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — The New England Patriots trolled the Pittsburgh Steelers on Saturday and then blew them out Sunday night. A day after the…
In ‘Dolemite Is My Name,’ a return to form for Eddie Murphy
TORONTO (AP) — It took Eddie Murphy more than a decade to get a movie made about Rudy Ray Moore. Judging by the response to…
Recent Deaths 9/9/19
James Wadlow, 88, of Tionesta, formerly of Pittsburgh, died Sept. 8, 2019. Robert “Bob” Blaine Graham II, 52, of Franklin, died Sept. 6, 2019. Carolyn…
2 hurt in Bredinsburg crash
Two people were taken to UPMC Northwest for treatment of their injuries after a two-vehicle, head-on collision at about 10:30 a.m. Friday on Bredinsburg Road,…
All ages wave flags
From staff reports A group consisting mostly of veterans waves flags every Friday at the corner of Petroleum and Front streets in Oil City to…
China’s trade with US shrinks as tariff war worsens
BEIJING (AP) — China’s trade with the United States is falling as the two sides prepare for negotiations with no signs of progress toward ending…
Ozuna leads Wainwright, Cardinals over Pirates 10-1
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Marcell Ozuna knew he found something in the first inning. He battled for eight pitches before getting ahold of a fastball, only…
Would you be mine? Hanks unveils his Mr. Rogers at festival
NEW YORK (AP) — Ever since it was first announced, the idea of Tom Hanks playing Mr. Rogers has seemed like dream casting, a match…
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Household waste, electronics collection set Sept. 28 at mall
From staff reports Venango County will sponsor a public collection of household hazardous waste and electronics from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 28,…
SBA official confirms loans available to flash-flood victims
From staff reports Owners of homes and businesses who were affected by the July 19 and 20 flash flooding received what they could have perceived…
‘Hour of darkness’ for Bahamas; 43 dead, with toll to rise
ABACO, Bahamas (AP) — Search and rescue teams are still trying to reach some Bahamian communities isolated by floodwaters and debris after Hurricane Dorian, while…
Frazier, Bell help rally Pirates past Cardinals 9-4
PITTSBURGH (AP) — St. Louis’ bullpen is a big reason why it leads the NL Central. It just didn’t work so well Friday night. Adam…
‘Friends’ pop-up lets sitcom’s fans explore show’s key props
NEW YORK (AP) — Could “Friends” fans BE any luckier? Those who have snagged tickets to the New York City Pop-Up experience based on the…
Recent Deaths 9/7/19
Richard G. “Glenn” Hamrick, 84, of Franklin, died Sept. 6, 2019. Edward C. Tibor, Jr., 73, of Stoneboro, died Sept. 1, 2019. Burton H. Fowkes,…
Athlete of the Week: Steven Kline
By NICK RICHAR Student contributor Cranberry High School is full of dedicated and hard working athletes, and this week’s spotlight athlete is junior Steven Kline….
Pet of the day 9/6/19
Midnight is a senior Lab mix brought to the rescue when her owner passed away and there was nobody to take care for her. The…
Add Mexican Flair to Game Day Favorites
(Family Features) Football season, for many people, is just as much about the food as it is about the action. No matter who’s playing and…
Woman injured in Horsecreek Road rollover crash
One woman was injured in a one-vehicle rollover crash at about 10 a.m. Thursday along Horsecreek Road. Franklin state police said the driver, who was…
Tire recycling program scheduled Sept. 13 in O.C.
From staff reports Oil City’s annual tire recycling program is set from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, Sept. 13, at the city garage on…
A weakened Dorian howls over North Carolina’s Outer Banks
WILMINGTON, N.C. (AP) — Hurricane Dorian howled over North Carolina’s Outer Banks on Friday — a much weaker but still dangerous version of the storm…
Steelers are last team to beat Patriots in game that counted
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — When the New England Patriots unveil their sixth championship banner on Sunday night, the Pittsburgh Steelers will have a close-up view….
Nicki Minaj tweets that she’s retiring to ‘have my family’
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Is Nicki Minaj really hanging up the mic? The chart-topping rapper announced Thursday on Twitter that she “decided to retire & have…
Recent Deaths 9/6/19
Ina R. Coleman, 96, of Mayport (Shannondale), died Sept. 3, 2019. Mary E. “Kitty” Deitman Marshall, 95, of Butler, formerly of Franklin, died Sept. 5,…
Pet of the day 9/5/19
Name: Yoder Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 4 months Gender: Male Size: Small Color: Grey/White Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Yoder can be found at Venango…
Get Back into the Swing of Dinnertime
(Family Features) After juggling work, school, extracurricular activities, homework and preparing dinner, getting back into a weeknight routine may feel impossible. With Smithfield Marinated Fresh…
Man waives hearing in gun-theft case
From staff reports An Ohio man accused of pointing a pistol at a girl’s head waived his preliminary hearing on Wednesday in Venango County Central…
Feds offer loans to those affected by flash flooding
From staff reports Pennsylvania businesses and residents affected by flash flooding on July 19 and 20 can apply for low-interest disaster loans from the U.S….
Local Boy Scout conducting food drive Sept. 28
From staff reports A local Boy Scout is conducting a food drive Saturday, Sept. 28, to benefit St. Patrick Church’s community food pantry. Non-perishable items…
False claims blur line between mass shootings, 2020 politics
WASHINGTON (AP) — Minutes after media outlets identified the gunman who killed seven people in West Texas, a Twitter account that appears to have been…
Diaz, Reynolds rally Pirates past Marlins 6-5 in 9th
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Bryan Reynolds has a chance to make history, though he isn’t making a big deal about it. Reynolds’ two-run bloop single capped…
Margaret Atwood writes sequel to ‘The Handmaid’s Tale’
TORONTO (AP) — From a park bench on the Victoria College campus, Margaret Atwood — class of 1961 — can trace her life of the…
Recent Deaths 9/5/19
Kathryn Lauer, 82, of New Bethlehem, died Sept. 2, 2019. Gary Wade McGinnis, 47, of Parker, died Sept. 3, 2019. Kevin T. McCartney, 61, of…
Hiking through the sky, below it at Kinzua Bridge State Park
Be warned: if heights set your knees to knocking, this is one hike that will involve plenty of trembling. After all, they don’t call it…
Athlete of the Week: Andrea Ziegler
Cranberry Chronicles staff Andrea Ziegler, an 11th grader, is the first recognized this year in Cranberry High School’s new Athlete of the Week program created…
Pet of the day 9/4/19
Chunk is a 5 & 1/2 month old, male, Pit Bull mix returned to the rescue due to some unfortunate family circumstances. Chunk has already…
Ultimate Steak & Mushroom Sandwiches
Makes 4 6-inch sandwiches 11/4 to 11/2 pounds rib-eye steak 1 cup Balsamic Herb Dressinade (see below) 1 tablespoon unsalted butter 1 tablespoon olive oil…
Fire sends one to hospital
Firefighters work at the site of a house fire at 591 Tippery Road in Cranberry Township on Tuesday. The emergency call came in at about…
VFW to offer free lunch to first responders, medical professionals
From staff reports The Franklin Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1835 will sponsor a “Patriots Day” free lunch on Sept. 11 from 11 a.m. to…
Bahamians begin rescues as Dorian moves toward US coast
FREEPORT, Bahamas (AP) — Bahamians rescued victims of Hurricane Dorian with jet skis and a bulldozer as the U.S. Coast Guard, Britain’s Royal Navy and…
Rojas, Cooper late homers help Marlins end record road skid
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Jose Urena was the Miami Marlins’ opening day starter. He is now finishing the season as the closer. Miguel Rojas hit a…