A Tasty Take on Trendy Toast
(Family Features) While many food trends come and go, some desired food traits seemingly never go out of style. For example, dishes that provide nutritional…
2019
FLEX Presents event set April 5 at Barrow
From staff reports Future Leaders and Entrepreneurs Exchange, a young professionals organization of the Venango Area Chamber of Commerce, will host FLEX Presents from 6:30…
Girl with local ties earns medal at Special Olympics
Annamarie Nieves, granddaughter of an Oil City couple, traveled to the 2019 Special Olympics World Games in the United Arab Emirates, where she represented the…
Cyclone Idai deaths could exceed 1,000 as need for aid grows
BEIRA, Mozambique (AP) — As flood waters began to recede in parts of Mozambique on Friday, fears rose that the death toll could soar as…
Crosby, Penguins beat Predators 2-1 in shootout
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Late goals have hurt Pittsburgh lately. Sidney Crosby and the Penguins were able to reverse the trend Thursday night. Crosby’s goal…
Candy Crush vs. Mortal Kombat for Video Game Hall of Fame
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (AP) — The World Video Game Hall of Fame fielded thousands of nominations for the Class of 2019 from more than 100 countries,…
Down the Drain
By HUNTER REDFIELD – Student contributor I set down my scalpel and turned on the sink to rinse the greasy blood that was then drying…
Pet of the day 3/21/19
Name: Gracie Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 6 years Gender: Female Size: Small Color: Black/ White Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Gracie can be found at…
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…
OC man held for court on Megan’s Law registration charge
By JIM MEYER Staff writer An Oil City man was held for court Wednesday on a charge of failing to complete his annual Megan’s Law…
Planning commission report focuses on 2018 action, personnel changes
By JIM MEYER Staff writer The Venango County Regional Planning Commission reviewed a draft of the commission’s annual report at the panel’s monthly meeting Tuesday….
Suicide myths, awareness signs outlined at forum
By RANDY BARTLEY Staff writer Suicide is the 11th leading cause of death in Pennsylvania, and Clarion County is not immune from the rising rate…
New Zealand bans ‘military-style’ guns after mosque attacks
CHRISTCHURCH, New Zealand (AP) — New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern on Thursday announced a ban of “military-style” semi-automatic firearms and high-capacity magazines like those…
NCAA Tournament: Let the games begin – in earnest
The Associated Press Reigning national champion Villanova will be in action along with Michigan, the runner-up from a year ago, while Belmont and Murray State…
First artificial intelligence Google Doodle features Bach
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. (AP) — Google is celebrating composer Johann Sebastian Bach with its first artificial intelligence-powered Doodle. Thursday’s animated Google Doodle shows the composer playing an…
Recent Deaths 3/21/19
Suzanne W. Servey, 90, of Clarion, died March 20, 2019. Robert Kenneth Kaufman, 99, of McLean, Virginia, died Feb. 10, 2019. Lori Lynn Aughton Haren,…
Sandycreek Twp. accident
Camping when campfires are prohibited
They’re as dramatic as they are rare. Lightning strikes are magnificent in an otherworldly, catastrophic way. They’re all power and speed and destructiveness. Some even…
Pet of the day 3/20/19
Calling all Beagle lovers! Calvin is a laid back, friendly, 5 year old Beagle who can’t stop wagging his tail! Rugged but stylish in his…
Chickpeas with Spinach, Chorizo, and Smoked Paprik
Servings: 4-6 Start to finish: 30 minutes Pinch saffron threads, crumbled 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil 8 ounces curly-leaf spinach, stemmed 3 ounces Spanish-style chorizo…
Police looking for Megan’s Law violator
From staff reports Clarion state police are looking for a Strattanville woman who failed to register as required as a Tier 3 Megan’s Law offender….
Clarion University to present 2 Holocaust remembrance events
From staff reports The Clarion University Holocaust Remembrance Committee, Office of Social Equity and Presidential Commission on Racial Equity will join to present Holocaust remembrance…
Poll: Support rises in all age groups for legal pot
LOS ANGELES (AP) — A growing majority of Americans say marijuana should be legal, underscoring a national shift as more states embrace cannabis for medical…
Hurricanes beat Penguins 3-2 in shootout
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — The Carolina Hurricanes and Pittsburgh Penguins traded hits — and, occasionally, goals — during an intense game with a decided playoff…
Disney closes $71B deal for Fox entertainment assets
The Associated Press Disney has closed its $71 billion acquisition of Fox’s entertainment business, putting “Cinderella,” ”The Simpsons,” ”Star Wars” and “Dr. Strange” under one…
Recent Deaths 3/20/19
Gregory C. Bellotti, 57, of Venus, died March 17, 2019. Lori Lynn Haren, 53, of Callensburg, died March 19, 2019. Rev. Robert Archie Benninger, 97,…
Cranberry Twp. DUI
Polk Borough harassment
Pet of the day 3/19/19
Name: Rebel Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 4 months Gender: Male Size: Small Color: Brown/ Black Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Rebel can be found at…
Simple Kid-Friendly Sliders
(Family Features) For those busy nights plan, on this simple yet savory sliders recipe. Kids are almost certain to love the taste and you will…
Collection event set at mall parking lot
From staff reports A collection event for household hazardous waste and electronics will be held in the back parking lot of the Cranberry Mall from…
Grove robotics winners hope to head to Kentucky
By ROSEMARY FIELDING Staff writer Valley Grove Elementary School students Aaron Wetjen, Quinten Boozell, Lucas Hickey and Maddox Songer, recent award winners at a state…
Cyclone’s huge floods endanger thousands in southern Africa
JOHANNESBURG (AP) — Rapidly rising floodwaters have created “an inland ocean” in Mozambique endangering scores of thousands of families, as aid organizations scramble to rescue…
Kang, Gonzalez win starting jobs in Pirates’ infield
BRADENTON, Fla. (AP) — Jung Ho Kang and Erik Gonzalez have won starting jobs in the infield with the Pittsburgh Pirates. General manager Neal Huntington…
Brooks & Dunn, Ray Stevens to join Country Hall of Fame
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Country hit-making duo Brooks & Dunn are riding a resurgence of interest in ’90s-era country music with a new album celebrating…
Recent Deaths 3/19/19
Keith E. Shindledecker, 56, of Reno, died March 18, 2019. Michael L. Boone, 49, of Church Hill, Maryland, formerly of Salem, died March 14, 2019….
Veterans Miracle Center Erie to Host Auction
The VMCE is an organization that is providing basis life necessities to our needy veterans. This can include items such as new clothing, hygiene products,…
Pet of the day 3/18/19
Tory is a graceful, athletic, spayed, 4 year old lab mix weighing in the 50 lb. range who not only loves to chase and catch…
Thai Red Curry with Lentils
Servings: 4 Start to finish: 1 hour 14 ounces extra-firm tofu, cut into 1/2-inch pieces Salt and pepper 1 tablespoon expeller-pressed canola oil 1 tablespoon…
Oil City seeking funds for playground work
From staff reports Oil City’s public works department is looking for a little help. “We need $10,000 for sod to be installed at the Land…
More evacuations in Midwest as floodwaters head downstream
ST. LOUIS (AP) — Residents in parts of southwestern Iowa were forced out of their homes Sunday as a torrent of Missouri River water flowed…
Couturier scores late in OT, Flyers beat Penguins 2-1
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Sean Couturier beat Matt Murray with 3 seconds remaining in overtime and the Philadelphia Flyers put together an improbable rally to edge…
Be Kind, Please Rewind: Oregon Blockbuster is last on Earth
BEND, Ore. (AP) — There are challenges that come with running the last Blockbuster Video on the planet. The computer system must be rebooted using…
Recent Deaths 3/18/19
Adam R. Barscz, 83, of Erie, formerly of Oil City, died March 17, 2019. Kevin W. Guntrum, 57, of Emlenton, died March 15, 2019. Marylee…
Theft from vehicle
Florida man charged in death of Titusville man
From staff reports A Florida man was charged with homicide after the body of a Titusville man was found in the bed of a pickup…
Candidates sparse for some races
From staff reports Voters will pick their favorites for party endorsements in Venango County’s townships and boroughs in the May 21 primary election. In several…
Rescues, evacuations as floodwaters breach levees in Midwest
OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Authorities were using boats and large vehicles on Saturday to rescue and evacuate residents in parts of the Midwest where a…
Where eagles flirt: A DC tale of love, loss and raccoons
WASHINGTON (AP) — It’s a tale with everything you’d need for a soap opera: star-crossed lovers, a stable relationship threatened by younger suitors, pregnancy and…
Poulson no longer member of clergy
From staff reports The Catholic Diocese of Erie announced Friday that former Oil City resident David Poulson, who had served as a priest in Fryburg,…