Recent Deaths 5/11/19
Monica Marie McSwain, 12, of Hawthorn, died May 6, 2019. William R. “Bill” Fink, 87, of Strattanville, died May 9, 2019. Richard J. Wood, 82,…
2019
PA plans day of kind acts to honor Mister Rogers
HARRISBURG (AP) — Residents of Fred Rogers’ home state of Pennsylvania will be encouraged to exhibit acts of kindness in honor of the beloved PBS…
OC police to take part in seatbelt enforcement
From staff reports Oil City police are participating in a national Click-It or Ticket seat belt enforcement initiative starting Monday and continuing through June 2….
Pet of the day 5/10/19
Vino is a 8 week old male puppy surrendered to the rescue with his Mother and six siblings. Mother is an American Bulldog mix and…
A Lemony Summer Treat
(Family Features) Lemon is one of many popular tastes of summer. Enjoy a citrus burst with every bite of these Glazed Lemon Cookies. Find more…
Woman accused of sexual assault against 14-year-old boy
From staff reports State police in Corry said a Titusville woman has been charged with statutory sexual assault of a 14-year-old boy that occurred at…
Court hearings underway for property code violators
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer Cranberry Township’s efforts to clean up abandoned and inoperable vehicles, stored on private properties and visible from a roadway,…
OC sets E-waste recycling program
From staff reports Oil City will hold its annual E-waste recycling program Friday, May 17. The event, open to the public, will be held from…
US hikes tariffs on Chinese goods, Beijing vows retaliation
BEIJING (AP) — President Donald Trump’s latest tariff hike on Chinese goods took effect Friday and Beijing said it would retaliate, escalating a battle over…
Ozuna, Fowler lead Cardinals in 17-4 rout of Pirates
ST. LOUIS (AP) — Dexter Fowler came up with a novel idea to help the Cardinals break out of their hitting slump. The St. Louis…
For Rebel Wilson, it was a fight to keep ‘The Hustle’ PG-13
NEW YORK (AP) — Rebel Wilson had to fight to make sure she and Anne Hathaway could make the same kind of risque jokes their…
Recent Deaths 5/10/19
Robert W. Wygant, 87, of Oil City, died May 8, 2019. John Joseph Park, 87, of Brookville, died May 8, 2019. For complete obituaries,…
Pinegrove Twp. DUI
Jackson Twp. accident
Pet of the day 5/9/19
Ringo is a young male. He is current on vaccines and neutered. Ringo can be found at Tri-County Animal Rescue Center.
Argentine Steaks with Chimichurri Sauce
Servings: 6-8 Start to finish: 1 hour 30 minutes (plus 30 minutes salting time) Chimichurri Sauce: 1/4 cup hot water 2 teaspoons dried oregano 1…
Pleasantville home badly damaged by fire; no one injured
By SARAH TITLEY Staff writer A soldering iron could be to blame for a fire that gutted the interior of a Pleasantville residence Wednesday, according…
Drake Well offers free admission to military personnel
From staff reports Drake Well Museum and Park joins with museums nationwide as a member of the Blue Star Museums Program, which provides free admission…
US, China wield threats going into high-stakes trade talks
WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. and Chinese negotiators are to resume trade talks Thursday just hours before the United States is set to raise tariffs on Chinese imports…
Pence pinch-hit slam, Rangers rally past Pirates 9-6
PITTSBURGH (AP) — In a game full of monster shots, Hunter Pence hit the biggest home run of all. Pence connected for a pinch-hit grand…
Mel Gibson to play Santa Claus in ‘Fatman’ comedy
NEW YORK (AP) — Mel Gibson is to play Santa Claus in “Fatman,” a comedy that will be shopped at the upcoming Cannes Film Festival….
Recent Deaths 5/9/19
Edward Dunlap, Jr., 60, of Cochranton, died May 6, 2019. For complete obituaries, pick up a copy of The Derrick for this day or…
Irwin Twp. accident
Oil City simple assault
Hidden Opportunities
By JANICE IRWIN – Student Contributor As a senior, my time participating in extracurriculars is soon to be over. It saddened me as I realized…
Vernal pools a source of unique, varied life in spring
It was further proof that life often bursts forth in the unlikeliest of places. I was at a close-to-home shooting range, tacking up targets. Someone…
Pet of the day 5/8/19
Kinder is a 8 week old male puppy surrendered to the rescue with his Mother and six siblings. Mother is an American Bulldog mix and…
Navy Bean and Artichoke Dip
Servings: 6-8 Start to finish: 50 minutes 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest plus 2 tablespoons juice 1 small garlic clove, minced 1 (15-ounce) can navy…
Cause of Irwin fire not yet determined
From staff reports A Franklin state police fire marshal has inspected the site of Monday’s blaze in Irwin Township that destroyed a home at 476…
Silver Cornet Band offering summer junior program
From staff reports The Franklin Silver Cornet Band is offering its Junior Silver Cornet Band, a summer outreach program geared toward youth musicians in eighth…
Students kill classmate, injure 8 at school near Columbine
HIGHLANDS RANCH, Colo. (AP) — Two high school students shot and killed a classmate and injured eight others at a charter school in a Colorado…
Vázquez gets revenge on Gallo, Pirates nip Rangers 5-4
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Felipe Vázquez doesn’t let his failures linger. That wouldn’t help the Pittsburgh Pirates closer be any good at his job. Still, he…
Disney slates Fox films, ‘Avatar’ pushed another year
NEW YORK (AP) — Now armed with the upcoming releases of 20th Century Fox, the Walt Disney Co. on Tuesday set forth a shock-and-awe release…
Recent Deaths 5/8/19
David L. Jones, 67, of Franklin, died May 7, 2019. Loretta Allegretto, 86, of Summerville, died May 6, 2019. Charles J. Heald, of Oil City,…
Oil City warrant
Pet of the day 5/7/19
Demi is a sweet orange female. She is small for her age. Demi is negative for FIV and leukemia, and current on vaccines. She is…
A Home-Cooked Cobbler
(Family Features) During the season for outdoor parties, reunions, picnics and delicious desserts, try bringing a new dish to the table with a recipe like…
19 arrested in Crawford, Erie counties cocaine ring
From staff reports Pennsylvania Attorney General Josh Shapiro announced Monday the arrests of 19 people accused of operating a cocaine trafficking organization in Crawford and…
Big Uncle Day organizers request more anglers this year
By SARAH TITLEY Staff writer For more than 50 years, Big Uncle Day has brought the joy of a day of fishing to disabled children…
Oil City sets street sweeping schedule
From staff reports The Oil City street sweeping schedule has been set for this week. Today – West Fourth, West Third and West Second Wednesday…
China economy czar heading for Washington trade talks
BEIJING (AP) — China confirmed Tuesday its economy czar will go to Washington for trade talks despite fears he might cancel after President Donald Trump…
Coffee cup in ‘Game of Thrones’ scene perks up viewers
LOS ANGELES (AP) — “Game of Thrones” fans got a taste of the modern world when eagle-eyed viewers spotted a takeout coffee cup on the…
Recent Deaths 5/7/19
Raymond Charles Paden, Sr., 60, of Franklin, died May 4, 2019. Gary Miles Swineford, 72, of Brookville, died April 27 2019. Beverly Yvonne McCarty, 80,…
Triple Trophy Valley
By HUNTER REDFIELD – Student contributor It all started with mouth calls and an owl hooter sitting in the cup holder of the truck with…
Tell Congress to End the Widows Tax, Kiddie Tax Now
More than 65,000 surviving military spouses and dependents are unjustly penalized because their loved ones made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. The message these…
Pet of the day 5/6/19
Jabber is a 3 year old, female Pomeranian/Yorkie mix surrendered to the rescue. They reported she lived with adults, children and another male dog without…
Grilled Spiced Pork Skewers with Onion and Caper Relish
Servings: 6 Start to finish: 2 hours 6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 5 garlic cloves, minced 1 tablespoon grated lemon zest 1 tablespoon ground coriander…
Cranberry Students Move On to State Envirothon Competition
By HANNAH NEIDERRITER Student contributor On May 2, 2019, four Cranberry High School teams competed in the annual Venango County Envirothon held at Two Mile…
Commissioners look to halt possible transportation changes
By JIM MEYER Staff writer Venango County commissioners and commissioners in 10 other Pennsylvania counties have signed resolutions that oppose proposed changes that would turn…
Forum tackles public funding of libraries
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer A public forum on Friday that featured seven candidates for Venango County commissioner posts provided a synopsis of how…