Recent Deaths 8/14/19
Deborah Dowling, 62, of Titusville, died Aug. 12, 2019. Elizabeth J. Slater, 90, of Franklin, died Aug. 11, 2019. For complete obituaries, pick up…
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Fall March For Veteran Suicide Prevention/Awareness
There will be a walk for veterans at 9:30 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 17, at the John Krol VFW Post 6773, 23 E. High St., in…
Pet of the day 8/13/19
Name: Ethel Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 3 months Gender: Female Size: Small Color: Orange/ White Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Ethel can be found at…
A Classic Staple for Family Meals
(Family Features) Every day seems to bring a new food trend, and while it can be tempting to go all-in on the latest craze to…
PennDOT honors 2 employees who helped man trapped under tractor
From staff reports The Northwest Region of the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation recognized two employees for assisting a man trapped under a tractor. Summer interns…
Cranberry Township family picnic day set Saturday
From staff reports The Parks and Recreation Committee of Cranberry Township will hold a family picnic day from 4 to 6 p.m. Saturday at Morrison…
UN probing 35 North Korean cyberattacks in 17 countries
UNITED NATIONS (AP) — U.N. experts say they are investigating at least 35 instances in 17 countries of North Koreans using cyberattacks to illegally raise…
Keller wins as Pirates snap 8-game skid, beat Angels 10-2
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Mitch Keller was barely a teenager when a hotshot outfielder from downstate New Jersey joined his hometown Cedar Rapids Kernels. Keller…
Lil Nas X’s viral song sets more records on Billboard charts
NEW YORK (AP) — Lil Nas X is galloping his way to two new records on the Billboard charts thanks to the massive success of…
Recent Deaths 8/13/19
Elizabeth J. Slater, 90, of Franklin, died Aug. 11, 2019. William “Bill” Lloyd Anthony, 69, of Pleasantville, died Aug. 9, 2019. Marge Nelson, 75, of…
Renaissance Fair Revelry
By HANNAH NIEDERRITER – Student contributor Renaissance fairs, events combining elements of fantasy, history, and science fiction, are a wonderful summer and/or early fall day trip….
Pet of the day 8/12/19
Name: German Shepherd Mix Age: 10 years Gender: Male Size: Medium Color: Brown/ Black Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Shep can be found at Venango County…
Simple, Family-Friendly Solutions
(Family Features) During the hustle and bustle of a busy school week, juggling after-school activities, homework, dinners and next day lunch prep can be exhausting….
Mother, son killed in Crawford County double homicide
From staff reports Meadville state police are investigating what they are considering a double homicide that occurred between 6:50 and 10 p.m. Saturday at a…
Wings and Wheels attracts big crowd
From staff reports The annual Wings and Wheels cruise-in drew thousands of automobile and aviation enthusiasts to Venango Regional Airport in Franklin on Saturday. Hundreds…
5 children killed in fire at Erie day care center
ERIE (AP) — A day care center where children could stay overnight as their parents worked was ravaged Sunday by a fire that killed five…
Thomas’ slam leads Cardinals to comeback win over Pirates
ST. LOUIS (AP) — In the big leagues primarily as a defensive replacement, Cardinals rookie outfielder Lane Thomas pounced with a chance to flex his…
‘Hobbs & Shaw’ repeats at No. 1 against slew of newcomers
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Audiences helped the “Fast & Furious” spinoff “Hobbs & Shaw” take another lap at No. 1 even with an onslaught of…
Recent Deaths 8/12/19
Charles A. Fesenmyer, 93, of Venus, died Aug. 10, 2019. Ruby K. Ruffner, 86, of Rimersburg, died Aug. 10, 2019. Sharyn K. Bashline, 58, of…
Police: Scam calls getting more sophisticated
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer Franklin state police aren’t sure how a reported telephone scam that an elderly Seneca couple fell victim to works. The…
Report: $3.1M in work over 10 years possible at St. Stephen
By ROSEMARY FIELDING Staff writer Parishioners at St. Stephen and St. Joseph churches in Oil City who were still digesting the news of the proposed…
Epstein dies in the dark, but abuse investigation carries on
NEW YORK (AP) — Jeffrey Epstein died of an apparent suicide in his jail cell, now prompting an additional federal investigation into his death along…
Wainwright overcomes 1st-pitch HR, leads Cards over Pirates
ST. LOUIS (AP) — Adam Wainwright got off to a rocky start when his first pitch sailed over the right field wall. The rest of…
No chaos this time as Woodstock concert site preps for 50th
BETHEL, N.Y. (AP) — Woodstock will be celebrated on its 50th anniversary, but it won’t be your hippie uncle’s trample-the-fences concert. While plans for a big…
Experts hope to keep spotted lanternflies away from region
From staff reports Travelers to eastern Pennsylvania should be on the lookout for spotted lanternflies that might just hitch a ride on their vehicle. Spotted…
Plans being made for Pink Splash in Franklin
From staff reports Final plans are being made for the annual Pink Splash for the Cure set for 5:30 p.m. Oct. 1 at Fountain Park…
Armed man at Walmart says he was testing right to bear arms
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (AP) — Prosecutors on Friday filed a terrorist threat charge against a 20-year-old man who said he walked into a Missouri store wearing…
Dobbs, Rudolph lead Steelers to 30-28 win against Bucs
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The battle is on for the backup quarterback spot in Pittsburgh. Josh Dobbs and Mason Rudolph led the offense on four scoring…
Walmart pulls violent game displays but will still sell guns
NEW YORK (AP) — Walmart has ordered workers to remove video game signs and displays that depict violence from stores nationwide after 22 people died…
Recent Deaths 8/10/19
William C. Becker, 86, of Oil City, died Aug. 6, 2019. Kyle E. Snell, 53, of Oil City, formerly of West Hickory, died Aug. 7,…
Pet of the day 8/9/19
Coral is a young adult female. She is very friendly, current on vaccines and spayed. Coral can be found at Tri-County Animal Rescue Center.
Savor a Sweet Morning Snack
(Family Features) Add some sweetness to your breakfast routine with this delicious and easy-to-make Cherry Coffee Cake. Find more breakfast recipes at Culinary.net. Cherry Coffee…
County not getting any federal assistance
From staff reports Despite widespread damage in several Venango County municipalities hit hard by the July 19 flood, it doesn’t appear likely the county will…
Titusville firefighters collecting today for MDA
From staff reports Members of the Titusville Fire Department, together with the Muscular Dystrophy Association, will fan out across the Titusville area today, boots in…
Students graduate from nursing program
Fifteen students completed the practical nursing program at Venango Technology Center and were honored at graduation exercises earlier this summer. The graduates include Corrie Aeschbacher,…
Trump to visit PA cracker plant next week
MONACA (AP) — President Donald Trump is coming to western Pennsylvania next week to visit a multibillion-dollar ethane cracker plant under construction. A White House…
Wayne Newton sued over monkey biting girl visiting his home
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Entertainer Wayne Newton is being sued by a Las Vegas woman who claims the veteran crooner’s pet monkey bit and injured…
Plum Twp. assault
Pet of the day 8/8/19
Dali is an adorable, deaf, 6 month old, female, Border Collie mix surrendered to the rescue. She has been incredibly friendly and affectionate with the…
Campfire Corn on the Cob
Serves 4 4 corn on the cob (do not husk) Water 1/2 to 1 cup sugar (optional) Butter to taste Salt to taste (optional) Mix…
Man accused of firing gun to scare family on trail waives hearing
From staff reports A Kennerdell man accused of firing a revolver in an effort to scare a family on the Rockland Township bike trail last…
Youths enjoy Horses for Healing camp
Kira Kapp, of the Venango Area Riding for the Handicapped Association, works with a group of young people Wednesday during the Visiting Nurses Association’s Horses…
Mayors urge Senate to return to Washington for gun bill vote
WASHINGTON (AP) — More than 200 mayors, including two anguished by mass shootings in Texas and Ohio, are urging the Senate to return to the…
Hiura hits 2 HRs, Brewers beat Pirates 8-3
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Keston Hiura found that less thinking resulted in more hitting and an end to his struggles at the plate. Hiura hit two…
Actor Danny Trejo helps save baby trapped in car in LA
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Actor Danny Trejo played a real-life hero when he helped rescue a baby trapped in an overturned car after a collision…
Scam letter
Fisheries survey: Allegheny River prime for big smallmouth bass
So you want to catch some fish, huh? Well, here’s a tip. Start by casting your line where the fish are. Pretty sage stuff there,…
Pet of the day 8/7/19
Name: Ghost Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 4 months Gender: Male Size: Small Color: Grey Declawed: No Ghost can be found at Venango County Humane…