Seafood Newboogie
Serves 6 2 cups water 1 tablespoon seafood base 1/3 cup butter 2/3 cup flour 2 cups heavy whipping cream 4 egg yolks, beaten 11/2…
2019
Second man to be honored at golf outing that helps VC grads
From staff reports An annual charity golf outing that provides scholarships to Venango Catholic High School students will honor a second man this year. The…
Thousands of US kindergartners unvaccinated without waivers
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — States are heatedly debating whether to make it more difficult for students to avoid vaccinations for religious or philosophical reasons amid…
2 tornadoes confirmed in PA; some damage reported
BLACK LICK, Pa. (AP) — Weather officials have confirmed that two tornadoes touched down in western Pennsylvania over the weekend, causing some damage to property…
Iglesias hits grand slam as Reds beat Pirates 8-1 for split
CINCINNATI (AP) — Jose Iglesias has been drawing rave reviews all season for his nifty glove work. He contributed nicely at the plate Monday, too….
‘Aladdin’ soars, but ‘Booksmart’ barely passes at box office
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Moviegoers voted with their dollars and chose the familiar over the new this Memorial Day weekend. The Walt Disney Co.’s live-action…
Recent Deaths 5/28/19
Richard Kevin “Coonie” Jackson, 63, of Emlenton, died May 24, 2019. Regina Schiffer Rehberg, 93, of Oil City, died May 24, 2019. Tim V. Zanot,…
Cranberry Cookout
By JENNA SEIGWORTH Student contributor “You know it’s a good day when you’re sharing noodle salad with your best friends,” said music teacher Michael Poff….
OC wants tougher enforcement
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer Oil City Council is considering a new ordinance that is designed to put some “teeth” into enforcing property nuisances…
Cranberry recycling is ending
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer Cranberry Township’s bins for recycled materials are about to go away. The township supervisors voted Thursday to discontinue the…
Iraq offers to mediate in crisis between its allies Iran, US
BAGHDAD (AP) — Iraq offered Sunday to mediate in the crisis between its two key allies, the United States and Iran, amid escalating Middle East…
Ryu’s shutout streak ends; Dodgers still roll by Pirates 7-2
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Hyun-Jin Ryu knew his scoreless streak wouldn’t last forever. So when it finally came to an end at 32 innings against Pittsburgh,…
Stan Lee’s former manager arrested on elder abuse charges
LOS ANGELES (AP) — A former business manager of Stan Lee was arrested Saturday on elder abuse charges involving the late comic book legend. Keya…
OC man jailed on robbery, other charges
From staff reports An Oil City man was jailed Friday on robbery and other charges in connection with an incident Monday at a Lincoln Street…
Coffee with the Cops at FHS
From staff reports Franklin junior and senior high school students had the opportunity to socialize with local law enforcement officers during a Coffee with the…
Police hunt suspect after explosion in French city of Lyon
PARIS (AP) — French police were on Saturday hunting a suspect believed to have deposited a paper bag containing an explosive device that went off,…
Freese’s grand slam powers Dodgers by Pirates 10-2
PITTSBURGH (AP) — David Freese stepped into the batter’s box, heard the polite applause from the crowd at a ballpark he once called home and…
Overwatch League commissioner leaving to work on Fortnite
The Associated Press Overwatch League Commissioner Nate Nanzer is leaving the competitive video game circuit to oversee esports competition for Fortnite publisher Epic Games. Nanzer…
Recent Deaths 5/25/19
Miranda Scott, 38, of Emlenton, died May 23, 2019. Philomena Craig, 82, of New Bethlehem, died May 24, 2019. Shirley Weaver, 84, of Seneca, died…
Cranberry Twp. accident
Oil City drug possession
Pet of the day 5/24/19
Nattie is a 9 month old, female, Boxer St Bernard mix that was surrendered to the rescue. Owners report they have had Nattie since she…
Lamb Pelau
Serves 4 1 pound stewing lamb 1 tablespoon curry powder 1 onion, finely chopped 2 garlic cloves, crushed 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme 1/2 teaspoon dried…
No hepatitis A cases have been reported in tri-county
By JIM MEYER Staff writer Pennsylvania Secretary of Health Dr. Rachel Levine announced this week that the state has declared an outbreak of hepatitis A,…
State court ruling affects fireworks purchases here
By RODNEY L. SHERMAN Clarion News editor As the summer season begins, some revelers might be looking forward to home fireworks celebrations. Those fireworks fans…
NKorea says talks won’t resume unless US changes position
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — North Korea said Friday that nuclear negotiations with the United States will never resume unless the Trump administration moves away…
Pirates slug 4 homers, beat Rockies 14-6
PITTSBURGH (AP) — After scoring just three runs in the first two games of their series with the Colorado Rockies, the Pittsburgh Pirates’ offense broke…
Theme park attendance crosses half-billion mark for 1st time
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Worldwide attendance at the 10 biggest operators of amusement parks increased 4% last year and crossed the half-billion-visitors mark for the…
Recent Deaths 5/24/19
Steven R. Tarr, 59, of Cooperstown, died May 23, 2019. Karien Sara Hastings (nee Hudock), 63, died May 18, 2019. Cindy L. Bell, 61, of…
Cornplanter Twp. DUI
Pet of the day 5/23/19
Name: Missy Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 1 year Gender: Female Size: Small Color: Grey/ Orange Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Missy can be found at…
Pecan Praline Cookie Triangles
Yields 64 Crust 21/2 cups all-purpose flour 3/4 cups powdered sugar 1 teaspoon baking soda 3/4 cups butter or margarine, melted Filling 3 cups pecan…
Cornplanter Square work keeps moving ahead
By JIM MEYER Staff writer Renovations to Oil City’s Cornplanter Square building, the former Mellon Bank building, are continuing with selective demolition and abatement completed…
Sprucing up gravesites
Liz Young and her mother, Verda Strawbridge, spent some time Wednesday planting flowers at Franklin Cemetery. “Oh they missed the flag,” said Strawbridge, who noted…
Tornado hits Missouri capital as deadly storms sweep state
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) — A tornado tore apart buildings in Missouri’s capital city as severe weather swept across the state overnight, killing at least…
Bell’s splash HR not enough; Rockies cruise past Pirates 9-3
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Another feat of strength from Josh Bell didn’t do the Pittsburgh Pirates much good Wednesday night. For the second time in two…
Review: In the winning ‘Booksmart,’ a teen comedy revolution
The Associated Press The insanely winning “Booksmart” boasts too many breakthroughs to count. There are the two leads, Kaitlyn Dever and Beanie Feldstein, both of…
Recent Deaths 5/23/19
Robert E. Sharp, 77, of Franklin, died May 20, 2019. For complete obituaries, pick up a copy of The Derrick for this day or…
Tips on paddling safety this boating season
Fewer than half a dozen steps into the big box sporting goods store and it was crystal clear. There, front and center, stood two stacks…
Pet of the day 5/22/19
Sadie is a 1 year old petite, female, Labradoodle surrendered to the rescue. Sadie has had a rough start being passed around and having no…
Classic Sloppy Joes
(Serves 4) 1 pound ground beef (93% lean or leaner) 1 cup minced sweet onion 1 cup minced green bell pepper 1 can (141/2 ounces)…
2 OC women plead guilty in connection with drug deaths
From staff reports Two Oil City women pleaded guilty Monday in connection with two separate drug-related deaths last year. Heather Morgan, 37, pleaded guilty to…
Valley Grove robotics team grateful for chance to compete in Kentucky
By ROSEMARY FIELDING Staff writer The Valley Grove School Board recently read messages of gratitude from four excited elementary students whom the board had helped…
Human Services sets free summer lunch program
From staff reports Venango County Human Services will provide free healthy lunches on weekdays during the summer for children under age 18. The lunches will…
Research on children’s health risks in doubt over EPA funds
WASHINGTON (AP) — Long-running research projects credited with pivotal discoveries about the harm that pesticides, air pollution and other hazards pose to children are in…
Marquez quiets Pirates as Rockies roll to 5-0 victory
PITTSBURGH (AP) — German Márquez could sense his delivery speeding up. So the Colorado Rockies pitcher made a concerted effort to slow things down, putting…
Review: Smith’s fine in ‘Aladdin.’ Another guy’s the problem
The Associated Press It’s pretty clear after watching the new live-action “Aladdin” that doubts about Will Smith’s casting as the Genie are overblown. It’s the…
Recent Deaths 5/22/19
Peggy Sue Myers, 59, of Sligo, died May 21, 2019. Robert E. Sharp, 77, of Franklin, died May 20, 2019. For complete obituaries, pick…
Frenchcreek Twp. burglary