UK court rules against Johnny Depp in libel action
LONDON (AP) — A British court ruled Monday against Johnny Depp in his libel case against the owner of the Sun tabloid newspaper, which labelled…
2020
Recent Deaths 11/2/20
Jackie LaRue Cooney, 69, of Fisher, died Nov. 1, 2020. Paula Cornmesser died Oct. 30, 2020. Mark A. Critchlow, 67, of Marienville, died Oct. 30,…
Collaboration is Key
We’re wrapping up our focus on the A-C Valley School District by looking at collaboration, and the potential it holds for our community. Collaboration is…
Local virus totals climb
From staff reports The state Department of Health on Saturday announced Venango County reported nine new cases of COVID-19 (seven confirmed and two probable) and…
Cranberry schools face ‘shortfall’ in budget
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer The Cranberry Area School District is facing a potential budget crunch despite being only a few months into the…
Possible job cuts announced at Pennsylvania universities
HARRISBURG (AP) — More than 80 tenured and tenure-track faculty members at a western Pennsylvania university have been told they may lose their jobs at…
Pitcher Chris Archer’s $11M option declined by Pirates
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Chris Archer’s $11 million option for 2021 has been declined by the Pittsburgh Pirates, and the 32-year-old right-hander became a free agent….
Sean Connery, a lion of cinema whose roar went beyond Bond
The Associated Press Writing an appreciation of Sean Connery feels inevitably inadequate compared to experiencing the real thing. To glimpse his magnetism, you might turn…
Venango, Clarion virus totals climb
From staff reports The state Department of Health on Friday announced Venango County reported 11 new cases of COVID-19 (seven confirmed and four probable) and…
Leaf pick-ups set for OC, Franklin
From staff reports Franklin Leaf pickups will continue next week in Franklin, starting Monday. Here is the schedule, which could change due to weather. Monday:…
State leaders facing 2nd wave resist steps to curb virus
DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Even as a new surge of coronavirus infections sweeps the U.S., officials in many hard-hit states are resisting taking stronger…
Steelers WR Diontae Johnson hopes injury woes are behind him
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The sequence was symbolic of Diontae Johnson’s injury-plagued season. The Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver slipped between defenders and stretched to turn a…
‘Borat’ star gives church $100K after member appears in film
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Actor Sacha Baron Cohen, who stars in “Borat Subsequent Moviefilm,” donated $100,000 to the church of a woman who believed she…
Recent Deaths 10/31/20
Scott “Smoothie” Moorehead, 59, of Oil City, died Oct. 17, 2020. David G. Middleton, 80, of Emlenton, died Oct. 30, 2020. For complete obituaries,…
Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecans and Toasted Marshmallows
(Family Features) Time is of the essence in many kitchens across the country, especially during this busy season when everything seems to happen at once….
Pet of the Day 10/30/20
Sebastian came to us recently as a stray. He has been a very good boy for us. He has been getting baths for his skin…
Public meeting to address Routes 62, 8, 15th Street Hill
A virtual public meeting for safety study of the Route 62-Route 8 intersection and 15th Street Hill in Venango County is scheduled from 6:30 to…
FBI warns ransomware assault threatens US health care system
BOSTON (AP) — Federal agencies warned that cybercriminals are unleashing a wave of data-scrambling extortion attempts against the U.S. health care system designed to lock…
Clint Eastwood to direct ‘Cry Macho’ in New Mexico
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — Warner Bros. has announced production of a new Clint Eastwood film is set to take place in New Mexico. The 90-year-old…
Sweet Potato Waffles with Whipped Cream and Berry Compote
(Family Features) Time is of the essence in many kitchens across the country, especially during this busy season when everything seems to happen at once….
Pet of the Day 10/29/20
Molly is a sweet senior lady. She is very affectionate and loves to be cuddled. She gets along well with dogs and her sister Abby….
Sexual assault reported
2020 Crantopian Presidential Debate
In a mock election at Cranberry High School, a presidential debate will occur in two sections. This video is the opening statements. Tune in to…
Franklin man accused of having numerous firearms as a felon
From staff reports A Franklin man has been indicted by a grand jury in the federal court in Erie on charges of possessing numerous firearms…
Donations due soon for Winnifred Tonkin Guild collection
From staff reports The major service project of the Winnifred Tonkin Guild is drawing to a close in Venango County, and members are asking for…
Zeta barrels across Southeast after battering weary coast
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Zeta sped across the Southeast on Thursday, leaving a trail of damage and more than 2 million homes and businesses in…
Under pressure: Steelers’ sack streak at 63 and counting
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The play that launched one of the most impressive streaks in NFL history began innocently — or maybe menacingly is the better…
Eric Church, Miranda Lambert, Maren Morris to play CMAs
The Associated Press NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Eric Church, Miranda Lambert, Maren Morris, Luke Combs and more are set to take the stage at the…
Recent Deaths 10/29/20
Charles E. “Sonny” Mosbey, 87, of Franklin, died Oct. 28, 2020. Ronald E. Rennard, 87, of Daytona Beach, Florida, formerly of Emlenton, died Sept. 25,…
Senior Passion Presentations
By NATALIE SANDROCK Student contributor The passions people develop over time are not only important in the moment, but are crucial to maintaining a healthy…
Pet of the Day 10/28/20
This is Wolfie, our Keeshound mix dog. He spent his life on a chain before he came to us. After getting him groomed and all…
Skillet Macaroni and Cheese
(Family Features) Turning to easy recipes that require minimal cooking time can help your loved ones take the stress out of busy back-to-school evenings while…
Forced entry
Cruelty to animals
Venango, Clarion add to virus case totals
From staff reports The state Department of Health on Tuesday announced Venango and Clarion counties each reported four new cases of COVID-19 (three confirmed and…
Tri-county jobless rate continues to fall
From staff reports The tri-county area’s unemployment rate continues to fall, with both Venango and Clarion counties showing seasonally adjusted rates for September below the…
More than 3M in Pennsylvania apply for mail-in ballots
HARRISBURG (AP) — A week ahead of the Nov. 3 election, applications in the presidential battleground state of Pennsylvania for mail-in or absentee ballots exceeded…
Fitting finale: Dodgers win title, Turner tests positive
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — No large dogpile, no champagne and a mask on nearly every face — the Los Angeles Dodgers celebrated their first World…
Review: With high sorcery, ‘The Craft: Legacy’ casts a spell
The Associated Press More than a few Halloweens ago — two dozen to be exact — came a film that looked like a treat but…
Recent Deaths 10/28/20
Kenneth E. Miller, 74, of Seneca, died Oct. 27, 2020. Bonnie Joyce Spence died Oct. 27, 2020. Jeffrey William Uhlott, 57, of Rantoul, Illinois, died…
Mini Chocolate-Beet Cheesecakes with Maple-Orange Glaze
(Family Features) From filling dinners to favorite desserts, comfort foods can bring smiles to friendly faces. As temperatures drop, lean on recipes that add flavor…
Pet of the Day 10/27/20
First, a little bit of a backstory for these special kittens. They were found in the middle of a street, eyes all gunked up and…
Welcome to the 2020 Crantopia Election
By AMBER HOLT Student contributor With the upcoming presidential election, Cranberry High School has begun to make preparations for the school’s Crantopia election. Hosted by…
Police respond to potential theft; man faces several charges
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer A Detroit man faces charges after he was accused of fleeing from police, and found to be in possession of…
OC program centers on team building
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer The Oil City School Board on Monday evening heard from Amy Highfield, assistant principal at Hasson Heights Elementary School, about…
Barrett confirmed by Senate for Supreme Court, takes oath
WASHINGTON (AP) — Amy Coney Barrett was confirmed to the Supreme Court late Monday by a deeply divided Senate, with Republicans overpowering Democrats to install…
Perfectly imperfect; Steelers not satisfied at 6-0
PITTSBURGH (AP) — To hear the NFL’s last unbeaten team tell it, the Pittsburgh Steelers are perfect in record only. Don’t get defensive end Cam…
Questlove’s quest: To find woman who bought him a turntable
PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — Ahmir Thompson, founder of The Roots and drummer for the “Tonight Show” band, wants to find the kind stranger who bought…
Recent Deaths 10/27/20
James R. “Jamie” Miller II, 45, of Tunkhannock, formerly of Oil City, died Oct. 10, 2020. Fred Lawrence Myers, 88, died Oct. 26, 2020. Richard…
Cranberry Journalism Students Awarded for Excellence
Ava Fischer won a first place award and two second place awards at the Keystone Press Awards in 2020. (By Gabe Dresbach/Student contributor) Gabe Dresbach…