Defense chief: US troops leaving Syria to go to western Iraq
ABOARD A U.S. MILITARY AIRCRAFT (AP) — Defense Secretary Mark Esper says that under current plans all U.S. troops leaving Syria will go to western…
October 2019
Fleury shuts out former team; Knights defeat Penguins
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Vegas Golden Knights goaltender Marc-Andre Fleury wasn’t happy with his performance in his return to Pittsburgh two seasons ago. He had a…
Large donation for Coats for Kids
Richard Balas of the Venango Lodge of Perfection Masonic organization talks with Oil City firefighter John Horn, who organizes the annual Coats for Kids drive…
Renaissance Faire invades fairgrounds next 2 weekends
By SARAH TITLEY Staff writer For the next two weekends, a new world will be just a drive away as the Wild Mountain Fantasy Festival…
Deep-sea explorers find Japanese ship that sank during WWII
MIDWAY ATOLL, Northwestern Hawaiian Islands (AP) — Deep-sea explorers scouring the world’s oceans for sunken World War II ships are focusing in on debris fields…
Letang, Penguins rally past Stars 4-2 for 5th straight win
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Penguins spent the offseason talking about the need to build a new identity, one predicated less on flash and more…
Netflix releases Panama Papers movie despite lawsuit
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (AP) — Netflix has released a movie based on the so-called Panama Papers despite an attempt by two lawyers to stop the…
Recent Deaths 10/19/19
Betty J. Kriebel Emery Hawthorne, 96, Parker, died Oct. 16, 2019. Danielle “Dani” Nichole Redburn, 33, of Oil City, died Oct. 16, 2019. Robert Dale…
Harassment
Pet of the Day 10/18/19
Shadow, an Alaskan Malamute, is an 8-year-old neutered male. He has a tan and sable coat and blue eyes. Shadow was surrendered because his previous…
Cuban Sandwiches
(Family Features) Incorporating the tastes and traditions of Hispanic-style cuisine into at-home meals is as simple as choosing your favorites, preparing with quality, authentic ingredients…
Bredinsburg Road crash
Cranberry crash
Oil City burglary
3 hurt in Bredinsburg Road crash
Three people were taken by ambulance for hospital treatment following a head-on collision involving a car and pickup truck at about 3:45 p.m. Thursday on…
Franklin library looking for Halloween costume donations
From staff reports The Franklin Public Library is starting a new collection, but not of paper and ink. “We just thought we were a good…
PPC network offering self-defense classes
From staff reports The PPC Violence Free Network and shelter is hosting three free self-defense classes in conjunction with Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The classes…
World’s 1st female spacewalking team makes history
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — The world’s first female spacewalking team made history high above Earth on Friday, floating out of the International Space Station…
‘Fragile’ Steelers still optimistic 2019 is salvageable
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Mike Tomlin’s expression and the circumstances surrounding it summed up the plight of his injury-ravaged team perfectly. “Seriously, guys?” the Pittsburgh Steelers…
Film academy honors 16 Student Academy Award winners
BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. (AP) — “I’d like to thank the academy” is a phrase many only ever get to say in front of their bathroom…
Recent Deaths 10/18/19
Betty Jean Helsel, 93, of Parker, died Oct. 13, 2019. Geraldine “Gerry” L. Lyons, 94, of Franklin, died Oct. 15, 2019. Anthony “Big T” J….
Talent in Transit
By DYLAN LU Student contributor On Oct. 11, 2019, the Transit Art Gallery & Gifts reopened under the leadership of Christine Manning and the support…
White Cane Day
By ADY CARTER and NATALIE SANDROCK Student contributors The Venango County Association for the Blind came to Cranberry High School on Tuesday, Oct. 15, to…
Pet of the Day 10/17/19
Butch, a hound mix, is a 3-year-old neutered male. He has a tri-color coat with some grey ticking and almond-shaped brown eyes. Butch is very…
Mexican Wedding Cookies
(Family Features) Over time, many families tend to return to the same holiday favorites, from ham and mashed potatoes to pies and cookie classics. This…
Possession, escape
Man held in UPMC incident; faces charges in jail altercation
A Honesdale man accused of assaulting staff members at UPMC Northwest was held for court Wednesday in Venango County Central Court. Justin Lagarenne, 31, is…
CLA holds Grandparents Day
Jeff and Sue Melat, of Cranberry, were among the 120 grandparents who visited Christian Life Academy on Wednesday to participate in the school’s Grandparents Day…
Opioid industry presses for settlement as trial looms
CLEVELAND (AP) — With a trial looming, major drug distributors and manufacturers are pressing to settle thousands of claims against them related to the nation’s…
Tanev scores OT winner, Penguins deal Avalanche first loss
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pittsburgh coach Mike Sullivan believes his undermanned Penguins can beat any team right now, despite missing five of their top nine forwards….
Netflix heads into showdown with slowing subscriber growth
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Netflix’s subscriber growth is bogging down even before the leading video streaming service confronts high-powered threats from Apple and Walt Disney…
Recent Deaths 10/17/19
Jeffrey A. Dashner, 62, of Oil City, died Oct. 14, 2019. Twila M. McKay Corey, 87, of Meadville, died Oct. 15, 2019. Breanna Star Hager,…
Drug possession
Breakfast Sandwiches
(Culinary.net) If you need an on-the-go breakfast option, wake up your morning with bacon, eggs and a biscuit in these simple, tasty Breakfast Sandwiches. Find…
Pet of the Day 10/16/19
Ella, a domestic short hair, is a 10-week-old spayed female. She has a soft black and white coat, round green eyes, and a pink nose….
Tips for hiking safely in hunting season
You see it in the parking lots. Visit almost any public land at this time of year. The jumping off points for outdoor exploration that…
Oil Creek Twp. theft
Man facing charges for hospital incident
From staff reports A Honesdale man is facing felony charges in connection with an incident Saturday at UPMC Northwest in which the man is accused…
Valley Grove hires special ed teacher
From staff reports Valley Grove School Board on Monday hired Jamie Snyder as a secondary special education teacher. Snyder will move into an opening that…
Turkish invasion sparks NATO crisis but eviction is unlikely
BRUSSELS (AP) — Turkey’s invasion of northern Syria — along with the criticism and threats of sanctions brandished by fellow NATO members at Ankara over…
Torn pectoral muscle ends season for Steelers DL Tuitt
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Steelers will have to dig their way out of an early season hole without defensive end Stephon Tuitt. The team…
Recent Deaths 10/16/19
Lois M. Morford, 94, of Franklin, died Oct. 15, 2019. Anthony J. Lencer “Tony”, 80, of Crown, died Oct. 14, 2019. Charles “Sonny” Lawrence, 84,…
Pet of the Day 10/15/19
Shep, a German Shepherd mix, is a neutered male. He has a brown and black coat and dark brown eyes. Sweet Shep came to us…
Hearty Chickpea Vegetable Soup
(Family Features) Back-to-school season means busy schedules filled with extracurricular activities, homework and carpools. It can be challenging to find quality time to spend with…
Fatal crash on Route 8
“… All that matters is the music”
By BROOKE WHITLING Student contributor “… All that matters is the music, the pride, and the dedication of the OMB, “ writes Lauren McTiernan, Cranberry…
Vehicle abandoned after crash
Criminal mischief
DUI crash in Franklin
GEMS program receives $50,000 grant
From staff reports GEMS (Girls Excelling in Math and Science), under the sponsorship of Bridge Builders Community Foundations, has received a $50,000 grant from the…