December 2019

Recent Deaths 12/19/19

Pauline “Paula” Weingard, of Tionesta, died Dec. 17, 2019.   For complete obituaries, pick up a copy of The Derrick for this day or purchase…



Pet of the Day 12-18-19

Are you in need of a hug? Not to worry, Ripple’s got you covered! This wiggly, friendly, happy-go-lucky and ENERGETIC pup is an expert in…









Recent Deaths 12/18/19

William C. Hill II, 72, of Seneca, died Dec. 16, 2019. Lance David Hildebrand, 71, of Franklin, died Dec. 16, 2019. Martin Ardell Heeter “Marty,”…


White Hot Chocolate

When it’s cold outside, start up the fireplace, get your favorite slippers on, wrap up in a warm blanket and snuggle on the couch with…











Recent Deaths 12/17/19

Fredric J. Moses, Jr., 78, of Erie, died Dec. 15, 2019. Leta Beck, 77, of Landisburg, formerly of Emlenton, died Dec. 14, 2019. Daniel A….


A Twist on a Classic Pie

(Culinary.net) While apple pie is a traditional seasonal dish, you can add unique flavor with this skillet version. Simply toss Honeycrisp apples with brown sugar,…










Recent Deaths 12/16/19

Howard E. Gibson, 92, of Oil City, died Dec. 13, 2019. Mark A. Burgdorfer, Jr., 31, of Oil City, died Dec.13, 2019. Jane M. (Beichner)…


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Police: Bomb caused explosion

By SARAH TITLEY Staff writer Sugarcreek Borough police confirmed Wednesday that a loud explosion heard in the area Tuesday was caused by a homemade bomb….






Next phase at transit hub starts

Pile-driving work for the multimodal transit facility project in Oil City started Friday. There was some heavy pounding at the downtown site as the pile-driving…







Recent Deaths 12/14/19

Carolyn Nuhfer, 69, of Franklin, died Dec. 12, 2019. Howard E. Gibson, 92, of Oil City, died Dec. 13, 2019. Jane M. Daum, 82, of…


Sleep is for the Weak 

By HUNTER REDFIELD – Student Contributor With Cranberry High School’s senior trip coming to a close at 10 p.m. Thursday night, I went to school…



Winter Warm-Up

Chickpea, Spinach and Coconut Curry Prep time: 20 minutes Cook time: 12 minutes Servings: 6 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon ginger, freshly grated 3…



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Driver in chase identified

From Staff Reports Meadville state police have identified the driver who led police on a vehicle pursuit Wednesday morning. Police said Donald Smith, 41, of…