September 2020
VA Introduces New AI Platform
VA announced a new artificial intelligence (AI) platform, an electronic Virtual Assistant (e-VA), for veterans in the Veteran Readiness and Employment (VR&E) program. The new…
Venango, Clarion counties report additional cases
From staff reports The state Department of Health on Monday announced Venango County reported two new cases (one confirmed and one probable) and Clarion County…
Hopes fading for coronavirus deal as Congress returns
WASHINGTON (AP) — At least there won’t be a government shutdown. But as lawmakers straggle back to Washington for an abbreviated preelection session, hopes are…
Steelers sign All-Pro DT Cam Heyward to 5-year contract
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Cam Heyward knew his father, Craig “Ironhead” Heyward, bounced around the NFL during a decade-plus career as a running back that saw…
‘Tenet’ tallies $20.2M as Americans step back into theaters
NEW YORK (AP) — In a litmus test for American moviegoing in the pandemic, Christopher Nolan’s “Tenet” brought in an estimated $20.2 million through the…
Recent Deaths 9/8/20
Mary Evelyn Bell Arnold, 80, of Bryan, Texas, formerly of Knox, died Aug. 29, 2020. Harvey Richard Burris, 90, of Cranberry, died Sept. 6, 2020….
County keeping broadband upgrade in forefront
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer Venango County commissioners say they are looking into contracting to have wireless technology that can be used for supplying internet…
Sights and sounds of return to school bring many smiles
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer Who knew that the simple glimpse of a line of kids climbing onto a bright yellow school bus would…
California wildfire traps campers in national forest
SHAVER LAKE, Calif. (AP) — More than 60 people were rescued from a California campground by military helicopter, including two who were severely injured in…
Suárez hits 3 home runs, leads Reds past Pirates 6-2
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Eugenio Suárez hit three homers in a game for the first time in his career, driving in five runs and leading the…
Discovery Channel’s ‘Deadliest Catch’ vessel docks in Hawaii
KAILUA-KONA, Hawaii (AP) — A renowned fishing vessel featured on the Discovery Channel’s “Deadliest Catch” series docked off the coast of the Big Island on…
Shippenville man serving rape sentence found dead in prison
From staff reports A Shippenville man serving a sentence at the state prison in Houtzdale on rape charges was found dead in his cell. Houtzdale…
Venango United Way launching campaign
From staff reports The United Way of Venango County will officially launch its annual fall campaign Tuesday. The agency is kicking off the campaign with…
Racial tensions roiling US pose target for election meddling
WASHINGTON (AP) — The tensions coursing through the United States over racism and policing are likely targets for adversaries seeking to influence the November election,…
Pirates get to Bauer, earn doubleheader split with Reds
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Pirates knew they weren’t going to get many chances against Cincinnati’s Trevor Bauer. Thanks in large part to an influx…
Boseman honored as hometown hero in native South Carolina
ANDERSON, S.C. (AP) — Chadwick Boseman was remembered as a hometown hero who brought a sense of pride to his native Anderson, South Carolina. The…
Recent Deaths 9/5/20
Gary Brian Smith, 64, of Oil City, died Aug. 28, 2020. Alan S. Hartzell, 59, of Seneca, died Sept. 1, 2020. Jack L. Daly, Sr.,…
Spinach-Ham Dip
(Culinary.net) Perfect for afternoon snacking or as an appetizer, this Spinach-Ham Dip is warmed inside a bread bowl and can be served with bread cubes,…
Pet of the Day 9/4/20
Hello! My name is Autumn! I used to be really shy when I first arrived here at the shelter. I started to really like the…
Asian shares follow Wall Street lower as investors pull back
Asian markets skidded Friday after Wall Street had its worst day since June, as investors’ exuberance faltered after a spate of record highs. Shares fell…
Season 2 of Amazon hit ‘The Boys’ finds team on run from law
NEW YORK (AP) — The upcoming season of “The Boys” has so many surprises, revelations and themes ripped from today’s front pages that some actors…
Provorov lifts Flyers past Islanders in 2OT to force Game 7
TORONTO (AP) — The Philadelphia Flyers credit Oskar Lindblom’s fight against bone cancer for inspiring them all year. Having him back in a game for…
Man charged in slaying of infant struck by stray bullet
PITTSBURGH (AP) — A man has been charged with homicide in the shooting death of an infant who was struck by a stray bullet that…
Oil City Downtown Clean-Up Day scheduled
The Oil City Main Street Program has announced the Downtown Clean-Up Day will take place from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 19….
Fruity Yogurt French Toast Wraps
(Culinary.net) Add fruit to your breakfast with this take on French toast, which includes a mixture of berries, bananas and vanilla yogurt wrapped in tortillas…
Pet of the Day 9/3/20
Hello! I am Meadow! I used to be really shy when I first arrived here at the shelter. I started to really like the people…
Cubs beat Pirates 8-2 for their 3rd straight win after putting Jose Quintana back on the injured list.
Kyle Hendricks rebounded from a rough outing in Cincinnati and Javier Baez hit a three-run home run as the Chicago Cubs beat the Pittsburgh Pirates…
‘Tiger King’ star Carole Baskin to ‘Dancing With the Stars’
Like all cool cats and kittens, Carole Baskin is going to “Dancing With the Stars.” The reality TV star who became a pop culture sensation…
Jobless claims fall to 881,000 but layoffs remain elevated
WASHINGTON (AP) — The number of laid-off Americans applying for unemployment benefits fell to roughly 880,000 last week, a sign of possible improvement but evidence…
Venango, Clarion unemployment rates below statewide average
HARRISBURG – The state Department of Labor & Industry on Tuesday announced the seasonally adjusted unemployment rates for Venango and Clarion counties were below July’s…
Forest commissioners approve purchases with CARES funds
Forest County commissioners on Wednesday approved the purchase of laptops and portable printers to be used by county employees in the event they need to…
Spiced Pumpkin Carrot Cheesecake Cupcakes
(Culinary.net) Pumpkin is the flavor of the season when fall comes around, especially when used in heartwarming desserts and sweet treats the whole family can…
Pet of the Day 9/2/20
Well hello there, I’m Cassidy! Before I go any further, I must warn you that I have some mild cattitude. I am pretty friendly once…
Four-wheeler theft
Venango, Clarion unemployment rates below statewide average
From staff reports The state Department of Labor & Industry on Tuesday announced the seasonally adjusted unemployment rates for Venango and Clarion counties were below…
Oil City schedules tire recycling program
From staff reports Oil City will hold its annual tire recycling program from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 18, at the city…
Wolf renews coronavirus disaster declaration
HARRISBURG (AP) — Gov. Tom Wolf announced Tuesday that he has renewed a 90-day disaster declaration, now for a second time, after he originally signed…
Happ spoils Hayes’ debut, leads Cubs past Pirates 8-7
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Ke’Bryan Hayes fit just about everything he could into his major league debut. The third base prospect hit a tying homer for…
‘Tiger King’ star Carole Baskin to ‘Dancing With the Stars’
The Associated Press Like all cool cats and kittens, Carole Baskin is going to “Dancing With the Stars.” The reality TV star who became a…
Recent Deaths 9/2/20
Charles Edward Gorham, 76, of Knox, died Aug. 30, 2020. Helen L. Russell, 91, of Oil City, died Sept. 1, 2020 Richard “Dick” Andrews, 85,…
Maple Breakfast Braid
(Culinary.net) It’s hard to beat a fresh, oven-baked breakfast to start the day, especially one loaded with sausage and eggs complemented by the sweetness of…
Pet of the Day 9/1/20
Hello! I am Laurel! I used to be really shy when I first arrived here at the shelter. I started to really like the people…
Cranberry man arrested after high-speed chase
From staff reports A Cranberry man is facing charges for leading police on a high-speed chase Sunday in Cranberry Township. Franklin state police observed Justin…
Virtual meeting set for multimodal trail project
From staff reports The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation will hold a public virtual plans display for the multimodal trail project along Route 62/8 in Franklin…
Pandemic brings hard times for farmers, worsening hunger
The Associated Press The coronavirus pandemic has brought hard times for many farmers and has imperiled food security for many millions both in the cities…
Arcia’s pinch hit in 8th lifts Brewers over Pirates 6-5
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Orlando Arcia’s pinch-hit single with two outs in the eighth inning drove in the tiebreaking run as the Milwaukee Brewers slipped past…
Venice reclaims spotlight as 1st COVID-era film fest opens
ROME (AP) — Venice is reclaiming its place as a top cultural destination with the opening of the Venice Film Festival — the first major…
Recent Deaths 9/1/20
Craig Vincent Beary, 34, of Pottstown, formerly of Clarion, died Aug. 30, 2020. Bessie L. Johnston, 94, of Marble, died Aug. 31, 2020. June Karen…