Capitals snap skid, beat Penguins to vault into first place
WASHINGTON (AP) — Facing another deficit and the prospect of their losing streak dragging on, Capitals players returned to the locker room at the second…
February 2020
Box office goes ‘Sonic’ again but hears ‘Call of the Wild’
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The hedgehog edged the sled dog by a nose at the box office. “Sonic: The Hedgehog” zoomed to the top of…
Recent Deaths 2/24/20
Roberta Jean “Bobbie” Farcas, 88, of Mentor, Ohio, died Feb. 17, 2020. Arnold B. “Pook” Neiswonger, 70, of Corsica, died Feb. 21, 2020. Robert E….
SMILES closes ‘alt ed’ program
By ROSEMARY FIELDING Staff writer Keystone SMILES Community Learning Center has notified school districts in Venango and Clarion counties that it has closed its alternative…
Celebrating Women’s Day
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer International Women’s Day will be celebrated Sunday, March 8, around the world. Not to be outdone, some local women…
Opioid settlement still elusive as some lawyers criticize it
The Associated Press State attorneys general are finding a national settlement over the toll of opioids to be elusive, as some lawyers for state and…
Sabres race past sluggish Penguins 5-2
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Plenty of work remains for the Buffalo Sabres as they try to claw their way into the playoff picture. Streaking past the…
Netflix series explores the assassination of Malcolm X
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — A new Netflix series is tackling questions around the 1965 assassination of civil rights icon Malcolm X. “Who Killed Malcolm X?”…
Snow Filled Skies
By HUNTER REDFIELD – Student Contributor After the first day in Missouri, where everything was cold and wet, I was more than anxious to enter…
OC man charged for ramming truck into auto service building
From staff reports An Oil City man is facing charges for using a pickup truck to gain access to Creekside Auto Service on Seneca Street…
More parking available in OC
New signs explaining the rules for permit parking in a public lot off Center Street in downtown Oil City are in place, and five new…
Afghan deal will be hard to assess, fraught with pitfalls
WASHINGTON (AP) — Hopes for ending America’s longest war hinge on maintaining a weeklong fragile truce in Afghanistan that U.S. officials and experts agree will…
Nervy return: Year after injury, Pirates’ Burdi throwing gas
BRADENTON, Fla. (AP) — The rib is stashed away somewhere in his parents’ house in suburban Chicago, a reminder of what Pittsburgh Pirates reliever Nick…
Unscripted ‘Friends’ reunion special to launch with HBO Max
LOS ANGELES (AP) — WarnerMedia’s new streaming service will debut with some extra “Friends.” The company announced Friday that the entire original “Friends” cast will…
Recent Deaths 2/22/20
Kathryn S. Reed, 69, of Cranberry, died Feb. 20, 2020. David C. Hauserman, 42, of Cooksburg, died Feb. 20, 2020. Joseph Paul Everman, 63, of…
Counterfeit money
Dylan Lu: Regional Band Qualifier
By HANNAH NIEDERRITER Student contributor On the 15th of February, many students gathered at Keystone High School to participate in District Band. Out of…
Raspberry Coconut Smoothie Bowl
Servings: 2 2 cups frozen raspberries 1 large frozen banana 2/3 cup light coconut milk 1 tablespoon chia seeds Toppings (optional): shredded coconut shaved dark…
Pet of the Day 02-21-20
Blue, a Domestic Medium Hair, is a 6 year old neutered male. He has a gold and white coat, green eyes, a pink nose, and…
Police release more details about Oil City pedestrian crash
From staff reports Oil City police have released additional information about a crash Saturday on the East End in which a pedestrian was struck by…
Food assistance planned in Emlenton
From staff reports Second Harvest mobile food pantry will provide food assistance to people in the Emlenton area from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Thursday,…
Fracking debate causes tremors in battleground Pennsylvania
HARRISBURG (AP) — The notion of banning fracking is dividing the Democrats running for president and increasingly dividing Democrats in the presidential battleground state of…
Muzzin helps Maple Leafs blank Penguins 4-0
TORONTO (AP) — After two listless performances, Toronto coach Sheldon Keefe wanted to see his team step up. It was only one game, but the…
Success of ‘To All the Boys’ puts stars on Hollywood’s radar
NEW YORK (AP) — The 2018 release of the Netflix teen rom-com “To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before,” changed the lives of its stars,…
Recent Deaths 2/21/20
Stanley A. Marsh, Jr., 64, of Oil City, died Feb. 17, 2020. Robert W. Laing, Jr., 71, of Franklin, died Feb. 19, 2020. Jean Meredith…
Pedestrian struck
Found property
Drug possession
Cranberry Introduces New Addition to School
By CASSIDY MILLER Student contributor The vending machine is back! The new and improved vending machine has arrived and is gracing the halls of Cranberry…
A Journalism Time Capsule: Cranberry’s 1930s and 40s Newspapers
By HANNAH NIEDERRITER Student contributor How has time changed for the world of journalism? Technology has rapidly progressed within the past two decades, and we’re…
Brunch Bites
(Family Features) A perfect addition to your brunch table, these savory Mini Ham and Avocado Biscuit Sliders are quick and easy to make. For even…
Pet of the Day 02-20-20
Roman’s name describes exactly who he is – majestic and vibrant with a personality that shines bright! He is a little shy at first, but…
Man held for court on rape, other charges
From staff reports A North Carolina man was held for court on all charges Wednesday in a case related to an alleged rape of a…
Hazardous waste, electronics collection set
From staff reports Venango County is sponsoring a collection of household hazardous waste and electronics from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on March 28 in…
Feds: Nursing home firm to pay $15.4 million in billing case
BROCKWAY (AP) — A Pennsylvania-based nursing home company has agreed to pay more than $15.4 million to resolve allegations of overbilling for medically unnecessary rehabilitation…
Pirates’ Pablo Reyes banned 80 games for positive drug test
NEW YORK (AP) — The Pittsburgh Pirates’ Pablo Reyes was suspended 80 games on Wednesday under the major league drug program following a positive test…
Review: A CGI canine yearns to be free in ‘Call of the Wild’
The Associated Press Does the dog movie have any new tricks? Do we want it to? For the most part, we want our dog movies…
Recent Deaths 2/20/20
Catherine C. Berry, 86, of Franklin, died Feb. 18, 2020. Chester A. Luce, 61, of Columbus Township, Warren County, died Feb. 15, 2020. Steven Allen…
Blended Mushroom Nachos
Recipe courtesy of Chef Evan Robinson Servings: 4 5 shiitake mushrooms 5 white button mushrooms 1 clove garlic 1/4 cup chopped onions 1 tablespoon Mexican…
Pet of the Day 02-19-20
Are you looking for some love? Duke is full of it! This big guy is a barrel full of laughs and the sweetest pup you’ll…
Ordering Seeds is Fun
The ebbs and flows of gardening parallel the fashion world. One year plant breeders turn everything lime green, and the next it’s deep red. Seed…
Route 322 crash
Gun safe found
Knox man charged after incidents at hospital
From staff reports A Knox man is facing charges after he allegedly tried to escape from the UPMC Northwest hospital in Seneca. The man, who…
Increase in women veterans has led to new service levels
By RANDY BARTLEY Staff writer In 1988, women accounted for 4.4% of veterans in the U.S. But that percentage has since doubled, and the explosion…
Passengers begin leaving after ship’s virus quarantine ends
YOKOHAMA, Japan (AP) — About 500 passengers left the cruise ship Diamond Princess on Wednesday at the end of a much-criticized two-week quarantine aboard the…
Crosby has goal, 3 assists as Penguins beat Maple Leafs 5-2
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Sidney Crosby had a goal and three assists to help the Pittsburgh Penguins beat the Toronto Maple Leafs 5-2 on Tuesday night….
In the spirit of Whitney: Houston Hologram tour set to begin
BURBANK, Calif. (AP) — Whitney Houston is about to appear on the concert stage again. Eight years after her death, a holographic Houston will embark…
Recent Deaths 2/19/20
Elva E. Fink, 76, of Oil City, died Feb. 17, 2020. James Russell Rugh, 48, died Feb. 14, 2020. For complete obituaries, pick up…
A Sweet-Tart Snack
Fruits, like raspberries, are unique in their ability to add both flavor and nutrition to breakfasts, snacks, desserts and beyond. With a sweet-tart flavor and…