August 2020
Easy Shrimp Skewers
(Family Features) Grilled meals provide a summer escape for many families by offering opportunities to spend moments together while enjoying flavorful dishes. As Americans face…
Pet of the Day 8/31/20
Anya is on the shyer side of cats, she is very quiet and very sweet once she gets comfortable. She came into us as a…
VFW Participates In Agent Orange Press Conference
VFW National Legislative Service Deputy Director Matthew Doyle participated in a virtual press conference hosted by Rep. Josh Harder (D-CA). The purpose was to urge…
College gets grant to help against virus
From staff reports Grove City College is using a $210,000 grant provided by the Richard King Mellon Foundation to invest in health and safety measures…
Wildfires again threaten business in California wine country
HEALDSBURG, Calif. (AP) — With an early harvest already underway, a wildfire a few miles west of John Bucher’s ranch added new urgency to getting…
Bell, Polanco homer off Woodruff as Pirates beat Brewers 5-1
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Pittsburgh Pirates slugger Josh Bell has joked for years during batting practice at Miller Park about hitting the promotional vehicle parked well…
Gaga’s masks, Weeknd’s advocacy and more top VMAs moments
The Associated Press The MTV Video Music Awards got a little creative trying to put on a somewhat live awards show from New York City in…
Recent Deaths 8/31/20
Catherine E. McNeely, 62, of Rocky Grove, died Aug. 25, 2020. Ralph C. Kepner, 78, of Millcreek Township, Sandy Lake, died Aug. 28, 2020. …
OC drug raid details outlined
From staff reports Three Oil City residents are facing numerous drug charges following the multi-agency raid of a residence in the 600 block of North…
Too risky? Fed pressed to expand aid to some businesses
WASHINGTON (AP) — With the economy still in the pandemic’s grip, the Federal Reserve is facing a decision on whether to stretch an emergency lending…
NHL playoffs return after 2-day break for protests
The Associated Press The NHL playoffs took a two-day break to protest racial injustice, the latest twist in an unprecedented, pandemic-halted season. Now it’s back…
Fans hope Marvel comic book improves Native representation
The Associated Press Past portrayals of Native American or Indigenous comic book superheroes would often follow the same checklist — mystical powers, an ability to…
Drug arrests
Man charged with supplying drugs to minors
From staff reports A Franklin man is facing charges for allegedly supplying at least two minors with drugs and alcohol in exchange for nude photos…
PennDOT completes upgrades at Venango County intersection
From staff reports PennDOT has completed upgrades to the intersection of Route 27, Route 227 and Merrick Street (Route 1008) at the border of Oil…
Teen accused of killing 2 thrust into debate over protests
ANTIOCH, Ill. (AP) — A white 17-year-old who says he went to protests in Wisconsin to protect businesses and people has become a flashpoint in…
Gyorko, Burnes come up big as Brewers trounce Pirates 9-1
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Jedd Gyorko homered twice and Corbin Burnes struck out 10 in six innings, helping the Milwaukee Brewers pound the Pittsburgh Pirates 9-1…
Chadwick Boseman, who embodied Black icons, dies of cancer
LOS ANGELES (AP) — First Chadwick Boseman slipped on the cleats of Jackie Robinson, then the Godfather of Soul’s dancing shoes, portraying both Black American…
Recent Deaths 8/29/20
Myrna L. Bailey, 84, of Tionesta, died Aug. 27, 2020. Judith A. Collingwood, 82, formerly of Franklin, died Aug. 27, 2020. Daniel Daugherty, 85, of…
Rockland Twp. burglary
Pet of the Day 8/28/20
Clyde is a handsome boy in search of a loving forever home. He is full of energy but will happily stop playing for a good…
Pressure Cooker Chicken Cacciatore
(Family Features) Regardless of what back to school looks like this year, preparing family meals throughout the week does not have to be a challenge….
Funding for Cranberry housing project falls short
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer Cranberry Township supervisors learned Thursday that a quest to secure federal funding by a housing developer for a township…
National Fuel warns of collections scam
From staff reports National Fuel Gas Distribution Corp. said scammers posing as National Fuel representatives are telling customers they have 45 minutes to pay their…
Fed: Rates to stay ultra-low even after inflation picks up
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Federal Reserve announced a significant change Thursday in how it manages interest rates by saying it plans to keep rates near…
Pirates earn doubleheader sweep over Cardinals
ST. LOUIS (AP) — Erik Gonzalez and Adam Frazier singled in runs, rookie Cody Ponce earned his first big league victory and the Pittsburgh Pirates…
NBC sets November return for ‘This Is Us,’ ‘Chicago’ dramas
LOS ANGELES (AP) — An optimistic NBC said Thursday it will bring “This Is Us” and other scripted series back in November despite the TV…
Recent Deaths 8/28/20
Cheryl E. Adams, 74, of Polk, died Aug. 26, 2020. Maxine A. Dunlap, 88, of Franklin, died Aug. 25, 2020. Julie Ann Davis, 57, of…
Creamy Raspberry Mocha Parfait
(Culinary.net) Nearly anytime can be a good time for a decadent dessert. This Creamy Raspberry Mocha Parfait, which combines the flavors of instant coffee, chocolate…
Pet of the Day 8/27/20
Tyson is a very spunky big boy. He has plenty of energy and loves to play. He can also be a bit of an escape…
Terroristic threats
DUI, speeding
Drug possession
Corruption of minors
Funds to benefit Riverview IU6
From staff reports Riverview Intermediate Unit 6 is among 220 education agencies that will benefit from $17 million allocated to improve educational services for about…
Relay For Life luminaria event set
From staff reports The American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Venango County will host a special drive-through luminaria event at the Cranberry Mall on…
DOJ seeks data on care home deaths in 4 states
NEW YORK (AP) — The Justice Department on Wednesday sent letters to the governors of New York and three other Democratic-led states, seeking data on…
White Sox hit 4 more homers, rip Pirates 10-3
CHICAGO (AP) — José Abreu homered again, Dallas Keuchel followed Lucas Giolito’s no-hitter with six dominant innings, and the surging Chicago White Sox pounded the…
Review: ‘All Together Now’ is a sweet call to help others
The Associated Press Amber Appleton gives, gives, gives. The 17-year-old spends her free time teaching English to a group of Korean women. She visits a…
Recent Deaths 8/27/20
Cheryl E. Adams, 74, of Polk, died Aug. 26, 2020. Jean F. Wilson Bauer, 94, died Aug. 25, 2020. Eunice L. Bowser, 87, of Rimersburg,…
Burglary
Popcorn cravings
(Family Features) If spending more time at home than usual has you reaching for snacks more often, keep some quick, flavorful options on-hand to help…
Pet of the Day 8/26/20
Meet Elsa! This sweet girl can be shy at first, but once she gets to know you her bright playful personality shines through. She loves…
Volunteers pull debris from river
From staff reports The annual Allegheny Valley Conservancy river cleanup yielded less trash than in previous years, according to an AVC news release. The usual…
Zonta COVID kits will be distributed Monday
From staff reports The Oil City-Franklin Zonta Club and Family Service and Children’s Aid Society will distribute COVID CARES kits from 11 a.m. to 2…
Laura now forecast to be catastrophic Category 4 hurricane
GALVESTON, Texas (AP) — Hurricane Laura is forecast to rapidly power up into a “catastrophic” Category 4 hurricane, even stronger than previously expected, as it…
Giolito gem leads White Sox over Pirates
CHICAGO (AP) — Lucas Giolito quietly walked to the mound for the ninth inning, piped-in fake crowd noise wafting through the ballpark and cardboard cutouts…
Kate McKinnon’s ‘Joe Exotic’ series ordered by NBCUniversal
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The saga of Joe Exotic is getting another Hollywood chapter, with Kate McKinnon starring as his rival in a limited TV…
Recent Deaths 8/26/20
Wilma J. Smail, 88, of Corsica, died Aug. 25, 2020. Cindy Lou Brock, 63, of Lake Township, Stoneboro, died Aug. 25, 2020. For complete…