Man already charged in 3 cases faces more counts for gun thefts
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer A Jackson Center man who has been charged in connection to multiple thefts in Venango County is now facing 24…
February 2020
Vigil against gun violence planned
From staff reports The Rev. Elizabeth Yale, priest in charge of St. John’s Episcopal Church in Franklin, will conduct a candlelight prayer vigil against gun…
OC crews repair water main
Several Oil City water department employees worked to repair a broken water main Friday on Clearfield Street. The call for the broken pipe came in…
US, Taliban sign deal aimed at ending war in Afghanistan
DOHA, Qatar (AP) — The United States signed a peace agreement with Taliban militants on Saturday aimed at bringing an end to 18 years of…
Gibson makes 28 saves as Anaheim defeats Pittsburgh 3-2
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — John Gibson made 28 saves, Brendan Guhle scored the winning goal in the second period and the Anaheim Ducks defeated the…
‘Into the Wild’ lures the unprepared to Alaska wilderness
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — For nearly a quarter-century, the old bus abandoned in Alaska’s punishing wilderness has drawn adventurers seeking to retrace the steps of…
Recent Deaths 2/29/20
David E. “Davey” Over, 25, of Sligo, died Feb. 26, 2020. Randall Lee Shoup, 59, died Feb. 22, 2020. M. Joan Kent, 72, formerly of…
Tomato-Tortellini Soup
-2 14 ounce cans reduced-sodium chicken broth -1 9 ounce package of refrigerated tortellini -1 8 ounce tub cream cheese spread with chive and onion…
Pet of the Day 02-28-20
Tigris, a Domestic Short Hair, is a young female. She’s a black and grey tiger with an angular face and pale green eyes. This adaptable…
Theft by deception
Oakland Twp. crash
Weapons charges against Franklin man withdrawn
From staff reports Weapons of mass destruction charges have been withdrawn in the case against a Franklin man who had been accused of manufacturing homemade…
Financial pain deepens as nearly 60 countries report virus
TOKYO (AP) — A deepening health crisis became an economic one too Friday, with the virus outbreak sapping financial markets, emptying shops and businesses, and…
Dan + Shay, Old Dominion, Maren Morris nab top ACM noms
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Grammy-winning duo Dan + Shay lead the 2020 Academy of Country Music Awards with six nominations for Dan Smyers and five…
Recent Deaths 2/28/20
Charles Richard Moorhead, 81, of North East, died Feb. 26, 2020. Catherine (Kay) Teig, 89, of Franklin, died Feb. 27, 2020. Eileen May Mealy, 75,…
Put Taste on the Table
(Family Features) When busy weeknights leave little opportunity for extravagant meals, bring the family together with a simpler recipe that provides just as much tasty…
Pet of the Day 02-27-20
My name is Tilly and my former family says that I’m a joy to have around: behaved, goofy, fun and sweet. Drum roll on this…
Franklin man accused of keeping suspected bomb waives hearing
From staff reports A Franklin man accused of keeping a suspected bomb in his Arbor Circle apartment waived his preliminary hearing Wednesday in Venango County…
School districts get funding for security
From staff reports Area school districts are receiving state funding to assist with security and safety-related expenses. State representatives R. Lee James and Donna Oberlander…
Gunman kills 5 at Milwaukee brewery before taking own life
MILWAUKEE (AP) — An employee opened fire Wednesday at one of the nation’s largest breweries in Milwaukee, killing five fellow workers before taking his own…
State health secretary outlines plans for possible virus spread
HARRISBURG (AP) — A customized update to pandemic flu plans should be completed in the coming days for the COVID-19 virus, the Pennsylvania health secretary…
Review: ‘Invisible Man’ is a cunning if empty remake
The Associated Press Unraveling the dusted bandages of H.G. Wells’ classic 1897 science-fiction novel, writer-director Leigh Whannell has refashioned “The Invisible Man” as a bracingly…
Recent Deaths 2/27/20
Bertha L. Martin, 88, of Cranberry, formerly of California, died Feb. 25, 2020. Catherine P. “Polly” Oden, 91, of Greenville, died Feb. 25, 2020. Allen…
Mediterranean Chicken and Grain Bowl
Recipe courtesy of Aramark Servings: 6 8 ounces farro or brown rice 6 cups spinach, stems removed 1 1/2 cups diced seedless cucumbers 1 1/2…
Pet of the Day 02-26-20
January, a Domestic Medium Hair, is a young female. She has pale green eyes and an orange coat. January is friendly but can have a…
Advice on successfully pet camping
The legend of the Lone Ranger is the stuff of “those thrilling days of yesteryear.” So, too, is the notion of camping without your pet….
Polk police seek answers on missing mobile home
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer Polk Borough police on Tuesday confirmed they are investigating the disappearance of a mobile home in the area of Waterworks…
Virus outbreak could affect fireworks supplies in U.S.
By SARAH TITLEY Staff writer Fireworks are an integral part of summer in America, but could those celebrations be in jeopardy because of the coronavirus?…
OC crews fix water line break
From staff reports A water line break early Tuesday morning in Oil City caused a few residents to notice a disruption in service. Jason Herman,…
Mercyhurst University to house US intelligence hall of fame
ERIE (AP) — Mercyhurst University is carving out space in its library to house the U.S. Intelligence Community Hall of Fame, the school announced Tuesday….
Volatile 2019 behind him, Pirates’ Kela embracing new role
BRADENTON, Fla. (AP) — Keone Kela spent most of 2019 angry. At losing. At his role in the Pittsburgh Pirates bullpen. At the team’s coaching…
Review: An unlikely friendship is at the heart of ‘Burden’
The Associated Press It was only a matter of time before Hollywood came calling to adapt the real-life events surrounding a museum in South Carolina…
Recent Deaths 2/26/20
Bud W. McCool, 84, of Jackson Township, died Feb. 24, 2020. Mary Burk Scott, 76, of Kennerdell, died Feb. 24, 2020. Edward H. Richards, 76,…
Coach, Swimmer, Mom: The Jen Kissell Story
By JENNA SEIGWORTH Student contributor At the bottom of the stairwell of the Oil City YMCA sits the office of Jen Kissell. Before I even…
Pecan-Topped Raspberry Cake
3/4 cup granulated sugar, plus 1 tablespoon, divided 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened 2 eggs 1 cup all-purpose flour, sifted 1 teaspoon baking powder 1…
Pet of the Day 02-25-20
Sweetie, a Domestic Short Hair, is a 3 month old spayed female. She’s in the front in the picture. Patches, a Domestic Short Hair, is…
Franklin man charged for having stolen gun
From staff reports A Franklin man is facing charges after he was found to be in possession of a stolen handgun and was driving under…
Franklin students praised at board meeting
By SARAH TITLEY Staff writer Substitute superintendent Pat Gavin had a lot of good things to say about Franklin students during Monday’s Franklin School Board…
Pennsylvania may tweak new law to avoid vote-counting logjam
HARRISBURG (AP) — Lawmakers may change Pennsylvania’s sweeping new election law to avoid a logjam of mail-in ballots that could extend vote counting in the…
Pirates’ Archer scratched from start due to neck tightness
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Pittsburgh Pirates right-hander Chris Archer was scratched from his scheduled Monday night against the New York Yankees and Gerrit Cole due…
Paramount halts ‘Mission: Impossible’ shoot over new virus
NEW YORK (AP) — Paramount Pictures on Monday halted production on the seventh “Mission: Impossible” film due to the new virus, as Hollywood began to…
Recent Deaths 2/25/20
Phyllis Ann Marwood Krepp, 92, died Jan. 30, 2020. Kenneth F. “Joe” Wiant, 87, formerly of Fairmount City, died Feb. 22, 2020. Lawrence “Larry” E….
Richland Twp. crash
Burglary
Legislation Introduced to Study Cancer Among Fighter Pilots
On Wednesday, Rep. Elaine Luria (D-Va.) and Rep. Adam Kinzinger (R-Ill.) introduced H.R. 5858, the Military Pilots Cancer Incidence Study Act. This important legislation would…
Curry-Spiced Tofu with Asian Vegetables
Recipe courtesy of the American Heart Association Servings: 4 12 ounces light, extra-firm tofu, drained and patted dry, cut into four slices 1 tablespoon, plus…
Pet of the Day 02-24-20
Ringo is a happy-go-lucky boy who always has a big goofy smile on his face and wag in his tail! He’s got loads of energy,…
1 hurt in Halyday Run Road crash
By DILLON PROVENZA Staff writer Franklin state police said one person was injured in a one-vehicle crash Sunday in Sugarcreek Borough. Police said that a…
Welding technology students graduate
A class of 12 students recently received certificates of achievement in the evening welding technology program at Venango Technology Center. The program was coordinated by…
Virus pushes beyond Asia, taking aim at Europe, Mideast
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — The new virus took aim at a broadening swath of the globe Monday, with officials in Europe and the Middle…