Police say man assaulted care-dependent individual
From staff reports Details have been released in the case against a Kennerdell man accused of assaulting a care-dependent man with cerebral palsy at an…
2019
Robotics club learns about electrical grid
By ROSEMARY FIELDING Staff writer The Cranberry Area High School Robotics Club and members of the school’s gifted classes watched Penelec employee Joe Zacherl demonstrate…
Hope of coming back to shuttered GM plant fades for workers
TOLEDO, Ohio (AP) — In the months since General Motors signaled the closing of its huge car plant in Lordstown, Ohio, Tammy Hurst put off…
Newman homers twice as Pirates rally past Reds 6-5
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Last September was a nightmare for Kevin Newman. This one is going much better. Newman hit a two-run homer with two out…
Split no more, Spider-Man gets another swing with Marvel
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Spider-Man won’t be leaving the Marvel Cinematic Universe anytime soon. After a public fallout last month, Sony Pictures Entertainment and The Walt Disney…
Recent Deaths 9/28/19
Mary A. Rearick, 70, of New Bethlehem, died Sept. 26, 2019. Joan P. Borgia, 90, of Franklin, died Sept. 26, 2019. Madalyn Ann “Madi” Hutton,…
Say Hello
By CARA ANDRES, DEVIN ZERBE and BROOKE WHITLING Student contributors “It’s a lot like the quote in ‘Lilo and Stitch.’ ‘Ohana means family. Family means…
Dissemination of intimate image
Pet of the Day 9/27/19
Maggy, a domestic short hair, is a 6 1/2-year-old spayed female. She’s a handsome tuxedo cat with pale green eyes and long, white whiskers. Talkative…
Steak and Blue Cheese Flatbread
(Family Features) Burgers and brats have earned a spot in the backyard barbecue hall of fame, no doubt, but if you’re looking for a different…
Man charged in incident that damaged gas pipe
From staff reports A Franklin man was charged Monday in an incident that occurred in July in which he struck a gas pipe and caused…
Johnny Appleseed visits Sandycreek students
Students at Sandycreek Elementary School in Franklin celebrated Johnny Chapman Day by welcoming Johnny Appleseed (Chris Kovacs) to their classrooms. The special visitor handed out…
Military sees frustrating trend as suicides spike
WASHINGTON (AP) — Military suicides surged this year to a record high among active duty troops, continuing a deadly trend that Pentagon officials say is…
Pirates beat Chicago 9-5, extend Cubs’ skid to 9 games
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Joe Musgrove finished his season on a good note and then made a young boy happy. Musgrove pitched three-hit ball through six…
J. Lo, Shakira to perform at Super Bowl halftime show
NEW YORK (AP) — Jennifer Lopez and Shakira are going to bring the heat to the 2020 Pepsi Super Bowl Halftime Show. NFL, Pepsi and…
Recent Deaths 9/27/19
Ruth Ann Runyan, 76, of Knox, died Sept. 25, 2019. Helen C. (Culp) Smerkar, 93, of Lake Lucy, died Sept. 26, 2019. Gertrude M. Pineau-Hald,…
Pet of the Day 9/26/19
Dot, a Coonhound mix, is a young female. She has a black and white coat with some brown on her face and brown eyes. Dot…
Frosted Banana Cake
(Culinary.net) If you need a recipe idea for your ripened bananas, try this Frosted Banana Cake recipe. A moist but not overly sweet cake bursting…
School threat
Disorderly conduct
Death investigation
Cranberry’s Cam Russell, an Inspiration
By KRISTEN HOGUE Student contributor Last Friday, the Oil City Oilers took on the Beavers from Dubois. After an Oiler’s victory, the teams were leaving…
Man charged in incident that damaged gas pipe
From staff reports A Franklin man was charged Monday in an incident that occurred in July in which he struck a gas pipe and caused…
Cranberry, OC parade, pep rally scheduled today
From staff reports The combined Oil City and Cranberry homecoming festivities will step off today with a parade, bonfire and pep rally. The parade, led…
Whistleblower complaint says Trump abused power
WASHINGTON (AP) — A secret whistleblower complaint at the center of an impeachment inquiry alleges that President Donald Trump abused the power of his office…
Cubs eliminated, then fall to Pirates for 8th straight loss
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Chicago Cubs felt they were in the beginning stages of a dynasty three years ago. The Cubs ended a 108-year drought…
Review: A yeti prompts a China travelogue in ‘Abominable’
The Associated Press “Abominable” is just about the most cuddly piece of East-West synergy a corporation could dream up. The first co-production between DreamWorks Animation…
Recent Deaths 9/26/19
James W. Pollock, 74, of Seneca, died Sept. 24, 2019. Michael S. Stimac, 56, of East Brady, died Sept. 25, 2019. John “Louie” D. Cooper,…
Pet of the Day 9/25/19
Yoder, a domestic short hair, is a 5-month-old neutered male. He’s a black and brown tiger with contrasting areas of white, almond-shaped green eyes, and…
Smoked Bacon Pork Alfredo
(Family Features) After juggling work, school, extracurricular activities, homework and preparing dinner, getting back into a weeknight routine may feel impossible. Consider this quick, flavor-filled…
Game Commission unveils CWD plan, seeks hunter cooperation
Hunters are being asked to save the day regarding the future of white-tailed deer. Again. But this latest request comes with a Bizzaro World-type twist….
Forest County crash, arrest
Butler County crash
Cherrytree couple accused of child endangerment
From staff reports A couple from Cherrytree Township are facing child endangerment charges after being accused of neglecting to get their son proper dental care….
Oil Valley Film Festival winners and wrap up
From staff reports Thirty-three films were screened at the fourth annual Oil Valley Film Festival held Sept. 6-9 in Oil City. The annual festival was…
Dems take up impeachment drive, say Trump betrayed his oath
WASHINGTON (AP) — House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has launched a formal impeachment inquiry against President Donald Trump, yielding to mounting pressure from fellow Democrats and…
Aurora survivors urge ‘Joker’ studio to support gun control
DENVER (AP) — Alarmed by violence depicted in a trailer for the upcoming movie “Joker,” some relatives of victims of the 2012 Aurora movie theater…
Recent Deaths 9/25/19
James William Snyder, 84, of Snydersburg, died Sept. 23, 2019. Deborah D. “Debbie” Ferguson, 70, of Butler, died Sept. 14, 2019. Andrew Jay Rader, 57,…
Chicken Larb with Grapes
(Family Features) Establishing a regular pattern of healthy snacks and meals made from fresh, whole foods is essential to promoting good health. Fresh grapes always…
Pet of the Day 9/24/19
Calvin, a young American Pit Bull Terrier mix, is a neutered male. He has a short, white coat and pale green eyes. Calvin is a…
Simple assault, endangering the welfare of children
Two-vehicle crash
Large group of Cranberry students participate in sports
The Cranberry Area School District has a hefty number of students participating in fall sports, according to a report presented by Athletic Director Brad Earp…
Central Electric warns members of phone scam
From staff reports Central Electric Cooperative is warning members of a telephone scam that has targeted its members. The co-op is warning members to be…
Coat drive to benefit PPC shelter underway
From staff reports Advance Auto Parts of Oil City is sponsoring a coat drive to benefit the PPC domestic violence shelter of Family Service and…
Puerto Rico braces for flooding, landslides from Karen
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — Forecasters said Tropical Storm Karen would unleash heavy rains across the northeastern Caribbean on Tuesday that could cause flooding…
Steelers’ margin for error vanishes during 0-3 start
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Mason Rudolph’s career as an NFL starting quarterback is six quarters old. Yet he knows how it goes. When things don’t go…
Green gaming: Video game firms make climate promises at UN
UNITED NATIONS (AP) — Gaming is going green — and some of the biggest game companies hope players will, too. The companies behind PlayStation, Xbox,…
Recent Deaths 9/24/19
E. Deene Smerker Prowell, 85, of Camp Hill, formerly of Marble, died Sept. 15, 2019. John E. “Jack” Freer, 70, of Hawk Run, died Sept….
Grilled Smoked Sausage and Pepper Hoagies
(Family Features) Casual and diehard sports fans alike can all agree one of the best parts of game day is the tailgate. Whether you’re heading…