Police, FBI trying to verify teen is boy missing since 2011
CINCINNATI (AP) — Authorities were trying Thursday to confirm the identity of a teenager who told police he fled from kidnappers and is an Illinois…
2019
Cardinals rally past Pirates again, 5-4 in 10 innings
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Mike Shildt would prefer to not have his team consistently find itself in a spot where it’s forced to rally. At the…
Disney presents a united front with Fox at CinemaCon
LAS VEGAS (AP) — It’s not uncommon for Hollywood studios to show a sizzle reel to kick off a CinemaCon presentation, but Wednesday afternoon in…
Recent Deaths 4/4/19
David B. Witherow, 78, of Clarion, died April 3, 2019. Antoinette C. “Toni” Beach, 79, of Franklin, died April 3, 2019. Barry Harrison, 76, died…
Pet of the day 4/3/19
Name: Clare Breed: Terrier, American Pit Bull mix Age: 1 year Gender: Female Size: Large Color: Black/ Brown Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Clare can be…
Sweet Coffee Cake with a Crunch
(Family Features) This cake delivers a mild sweetness and crunchy topping that can delight nearly any guest. Serve it warm with a side of ice…
2 Brookville students in custody in shooting plot
From staff reports Two Brookville Area High School students are in custody after allegedly plotting a school shooting. Brookville police said the incident began Friday…
Authority chairman: Franklin council costs for projects will be high
By SARAH TITLEY Staff writer Franklin General Authority chairman Tim Dunkle delivered a bleak message Monday to Franklin City Council members. “(Future projects) are definitely…
Trump takes step back from threat to close southern border
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump eased up on his threats to close the southern border as officials across his administration explored half-measures that might…
Bertuzzi stays hot as Red Wings beat Penguins 4-1
DETROIT (AP) — The Pittsburgh Penguins came up empty when they tried to clinch a playoff spot on Tuesday night. Tyler Bertuzzi led the way…
Footage from ‘It: Chapter 2,’ ‘Joker’ debuts at CinemaCon
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Warner Bros. doled out a Godzilla-sized serving of new footage in a marathon presentation to promote its upcoming slate of films…
Recent Deaths 4/3/19
Anthony Ginnery, 70, of Franklin, died March 30, 2019. Pluma E. Umstead Pratt, 88, of Oil City, died April 2, 2019. Robert J. Brandt, 55,…
Charges against woman dropped in slaying that killed 3
NEW CASTLE (AP) — Prosecutors have dropped all charges against a woman in a robbery-related western Pennsylvania shooting that killed three people, including a 10-year-old…
Franklin DUI
Pet of the day 4/2/19
Enigma is a young female. She is extremely friendly. She has a beautiful fluffy tail. She is current on vaccines and will be spayed. Enigma…
Ham and cheese sliders
Servings: 2 Start to finish: 25 minutes Prepare Ingredients: 4 teaspoons yellow mustard 4 potato dinner rolls, sliced open 4 slices deli ham 8 dill…
Joseph A Dugan, Jr., Hall Of Valor 2019
I had the honor to be at The Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hall & Museum Induction Ceremony in Pittsburgh. It was held Sunday, March 31. They…
Local students win STEM Design Challenge awards
From staff reports A team of Cranberry students won second place in the sixth through eighth grade category at a STEM Design Challenge held March…
Venango group offering garden beds for summer
Venango Area Community Gardens has 4-by-4-foot raised garden beds available for use by community groups, churches and other organizations. The beds are built by students…
Parents could face tax charges, big fines in admissions scam
BOSTON (AP) — A wide-ranging college admissions cheating scheme allowed wealthy parents not only to get their kids into sought-after schools but also a tax…
Cardinals rally past sloppy Pirates 6-5 in 11 innings
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Down four on the road late against a team feeding off the adrenaline of its home opener, the St. Louis Cardinals waited…
Los Angeles police identify suspect in Nipsey Hussle slaying
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Los Angeles police are seeking a 29-year-old man who they believe shot and killed Nipsey Hussle outside the rapper’s clothing store…
Recent Deaths 4/2/19
Helen E. Fritz, 89, formerly of Heritage Village Campus and Franklin, died March 29, 2019. Donna Jean Carey, 65, of Sligo, died March 30, 2019….
Recent Deaths 4/1/19
Philip Bruno, 88, of Perry Township, Ohio, passed away Wednesday, March 27, 2019. Donna Carey, 65, of Sligo, passed away Saturday morning, March 30, 2019….
Toyota robot can’t slam dunk but shoots a mean 3-pointer
TOKYO (AP) — It can’t dribble, let alone slam dunk, but Toyota’s basketball robot hardly ever misses a free throw or a 3-pointer. The 207-centimeter…
Police seeking info on hit-run crash
Marienville state police are investigating a crash that occurred at 5 a.m. on Route 36 near Mealy Drive in Farmington Township, Clarion County Sunday. Police…
Phone found at mall
School districts feel pinch of substitute shortage
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer Area school districts are facing a severe shortage of substitutes in all disciplines from teacher to groundskeeper and cafeteria…
Trout stocked in local waterways
From staff reports Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission workers and several volunteers placed about 3,300 fish in Justus Lake at Two Mile Run County Park…
Robot offers a deeper dive into Lake Erie research
MEADVILLE (AP) — An underwater robot will be roaming Presque Isle Bay to collect water quality data beginning this spring. The robot doesn’t look impressive….
Stones postpone tour as Jagger receives medical treatment
NEW YORK (AP) — The Rolling Stones are postponing their latest tour so Mick Jagger can receive medical treatment. The band announced Saturday that Jagger…
Retail Theft
Warrant Arrest
Military members to benefit via Second Harvest program
From staff reports Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest Pennsylvania’s Military Share Program, a produce express initiative, is expanding to Venango County. The program distributes…
OC workers to install new water main on Cowell
From staff reports The Oil City water department will install a new water main on Cowell Avenue during the first weeks of April. Daily start…
Franklin crews to sweep city streets
From staff reports The City of Franklin street department will sweep streets next week in the following areas: Monday – Third shift: Business district and…
Remembering Three Mile Island accident, 40 years later
MIDDLETOWN (AP) — It was about 8 a.m. on a Wednesday, and Lou Braasch, program director of WKBO radio in Harrisburg was holding down the…
Rinne makes 42 saves, Predators top Penguins 3-1
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pekka Rinne stopped 42 shots to lead the Nashville Predators to a 3-1 victory over the Pittsburgh Penguins on Friday night. Rinne…
Jackson, Nicks enter hall with encouragement for women
NEW YORK (AP) — Stevie Nicks, who became the first woman inducted twice into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and Janet Jackson, the…
Recent Deaths 3/30/19
Jack E. Benninger, 92, formerly of 134 East Ave., Greenville, died March 28, 2019. Philip Bruno, 88, of Perry Township, Ohio, died March 27, 2019….
Spicy Yet Savory Poppers
(Family Features) Your guests won’t be able to have just one of these sweet and savory poppers. With a touch of heat from the cayenne…
Pet of the Day 3/29/19
Ruger is a Chocolate Labrador Retriever & Labrador Retriever Mix Young, Male, Medium, Brown/Chocolate COAT LENGTH: Short HEALTH: Vaccinations up to date, spayed / neutered Ruger, a Chocolate Labrador…
Venango Co. commissioners sign contract for new voting machines
By JIM MEYER Staff writer Venango County commissioners, at the recommendation of the county election board, have signed a contract with Election Systems & Services,…
Sandycreek students compete in STEM event
A team of four Sandycreek Elementary fifth-grade students coached by Connie Palmer and Kelley Bilotto participated in the Thermo Fisher STEM Challenge against 19 other…
Bump stocks are turned in or destroyed as ban takes effect
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — The largest supplier of bump stocks turned in its entire remaining inventory to be destroyed — some 60,000 devices. Washington state’s…
Reds rally for 5-3 win over Pirates
CINCINNATI (AP) — Unexpected stars, unconventional moves, one pleasing win. The David Bell era in Cincinnati got off to an encouraging start for a Reds…
Jay-Z to receive special honor at NAACP Image Awards
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Jay-Z will receive the President’s Award during the 50th NAACP Image Awards on Saturday. The NAACP announced Thursday it selected the…
Recent Deaths 3/29/19
Linda K. Solinger, 78, of Oil City, died March 27, 2019. Barbara Jean White, 67, of Dempseytown, died March 28, 2019. Claude Allen Mohney, 82,…
Cranberry Students Create Lifelike Special Effects
Photos by Lindsay Perry By AMBER HOLT Student Contributor On the morning of March 14, Cranberry High School seniors Tyler Cosmiske and Danielle Peterson held…