Man, woman face charges in UPMC Northwest incident
From staff reports A man and woman from Oil City are facing charges after being accused of causing a ruckus and hitting a police officer…
2020
AT&T expands mobile network in Venango, Forest counties
From staff reports AT&T has boosted its mobile broadband connectivity in Venango and Forest counties, according to a company news release. AT&T said it turned…
Judge: Pennsylvania’s pandemic restrictions unconstitutional
The Associated Press Gov. Tom Wolf’s pandemic restrictions that required people to stay at home, placed size limits on gatherings and ordered “non-life-sustaining” businesses to…
Defense, Snell, Big Ben carry Pittsburgh over Giants 26-16
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — There was one overriding reason Ben Roethlisberger worked so hard to return from a major elbow injury. His team. Roethlisberger,…
Netflix’s ‘Cuties’ becomes target of politicized backlash
The Associated Press The backlash to the French independent film “Mignonnes,” or “Cuties,” started before it had even been released because of a poster that…
Recent Deaths 9/15/20
Melda I. Beers, 92, of Cooperstown, died Sept. 12, 2020. Emmett A. Freshcorn, 32, of Pittsburgh, formerly of Oil City, died Sept. 13, 2020. Charles…
Meatless Cheesy Burrito Bake
(Culinary.net) Enjoying a meal with loved ones at the end of the day is a timeless tradition, but many families feel as though they’re constantly…
Pet of the Day 9/14/20
Landin is ALL DOG. He has lots of doggy energy and face licks to spare. He loves to play with toys and people. He will…
Found property
Rockland Twp. burglary
VFW Testifies Before Congress
On Thursday, VFW National Legislative Service Director Pat Murray testified before the House Veterans’ Affairs Committee on the important subjects of mental health and veteran…
Video: Officer running away while shooting man with knife
LANCASTER (AP) — A police officer fatally shot a Black man during a domestic disturbance call, prompting street protests that led to vandalism in Pennsylvania….
Keller 1st MLB shutout, KC tops Pirates for 6th win in row
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Brad Keller pitched his first major league shutout, tossing a five-hitter as the Kansas City Royals won their sixth in…
North American box office muted; ‘Mulan’ fizzles in China
The Associated Press Moviegoing audiences in North America are not rushing back to the theater just yet and “Mulan” is also faltering in its China…
Recent Deaths 9/14/20
D. Patricia Boyer, 85, of New Bethlehem, died Sept. 11, 2020. Robert “Bob” Joseph Burns, 67, of Dillsburg, died Sept. 7, 2020. Randy John Deitz,…
City council has a burning issue
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer How to burn, what to burn and when to burn within the city limits dominated the agenda at Oil…
New look for Pink Splash this year
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer The annual Pink Splash for the Cure, an event designed to raise public awareness of breast cancer and raise…
New Orleans under hurricane watch from Tropical Storm Sally
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — Tropical Storm Sally formed Saturday off south Florida amid forecasts it would grow into a hurricane capable of striking the…
Mondesi has HR, SB; Zimmer gets 1st win as Royals top Bucs
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Adalberto Mondesi homered and stole a base for the third consecutive game, Kyle Zimmer got his first career win after…
Chloe Zhao’s “Nomadland” wins top prize at Venice Film Fest
VENICE, Italy (AP) — Chloe Zhao’s “Nomadland,” a recession-era road trip drama starring Frances McDormand, won the Golden Lion for best film Saturday at a…
Forest Service addresses gypsy moth population
From staff reports The USDA Forest Service is accepting public comments on a proposal to suppress gypsy moth populations in Allegheny National Forest. The Forest…
Champagne Rain concert set at Venango Museum
From staff reports Champagne Rain, an acoustic duo featuring Sunny Waters and Frenchy Garcia, will perform at 6 p.m. Friday, Sept. 18, at the Venango…
Daily US virus deaths decline, but trend may reverse in fall
The Associated Press The number of daily U.S. deaths from the coronavirus is declining again after peaking in early August, but scientists warn that a…
Bubic earns 1st MLB win, Royals beat Pirates for 4th in row
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Kris Bubic worked hard through five innings to earn his first major league win as the Kansas City Royals defeated…
Pandemic chases ‘Wonder Woman 1984’ to Dec. 25
NEW YORK (AP) — Following the less-than-stellar theatrical debut of Christopher Nolan’s “Tenet,” Warner Bros. is delaying its next big release, “Wonder Woman 1984,” to…
Recent Deaths 9/12/20
Shirley J. Harper, 84, of Oil City, died Sept. 10, 2020. Willis N. Behr, 87, of Titusville, died Sept 11, 2020. Arthur R. Rosenberger, Jr.,…
Gun theft
Pet of the Day 9/11/20
Hello world, I am Shadow! I literally love everything – people, cats, dogs, treats, toys – you name it! I am super sweet and warm…
Cheesy Baked Mushroom Chicken
(Family Features) Full days of learning and educational growth, whether taking place in the classroom or at home, require filling breakfasts, snacks and family dinners….
Shippenville man’s death ruled homicide
From staff reports Clearfield County Coroner Kim Shaffer-Snyder has ruled the death of a Clarion County man who had been in state prison for child…
Household hazardous waste, electronics collection event set
From staff reports Venango County will sponsor a collection event for both household hazardous waste and electronics from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept….
US remembers 9/11 as pandemic changes tribute traditions
NEW YORK (AP) — Americans commemorated 9/11 Friday as a new national crisis — the coronavirus pandemic — reconfigured and divided anniversary ceremonies and a…
Big Ben back for Steelers, Judge era begins for N.Y. Giants
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — The Pittsburgh Steelers and New York Giants are playing guessing games to some extent heading into their season opener at…
Barrymore sets high standard in her models as talk show host
NEW YORK (AP) — Drew Barrymore is setting a high standard for herself as she joins the world of daytime talk show hosts on Monday….
Recent Deaths 9/11/20
Rev. John R. “Jack” Friggle, 87, formerly of 214 East 7th St., Oil City, died Sept. 10, 2020. Cora “LaRue” Love, 87, of Clarion, formerly…
Pet of the Day 9/10/20
Eddy (M) – Short Hair; Grey/White – is grey and white (pictured) Bella (F) – Medium Hair; Grey/Tan/Calico – tan over right eye, rest of…
Blueberry Cake Donuts
(Culinary.net) From the first ring of the alarm to tying shoes and heading out the door, busy mornings can be stressful for the entire family….
Returning to School: What Students have to Say
By NICK RICHAR Student contributor “With everything going on, the school should be prepared for a successful year,” Cameron Russell, a Cranberry senior, said during…
Oil City man accused of burglary
From staff reports An Oil City man has been charged with breaking into a residence on North Street in Oil City on Monday. At about…
Federal free meals program for public school children extended
From staff reports A free breakfast and lunch program for public school children has been extended nationwide by the U.S. Department of Agriculture through the…
California fire that killed 3 threatens thousands of homes
OROVILLE, Calif. (AP) — A Northern California wildfire threatened thousands of homes Thursday after winds whipped it into a monster that incinerated houses in a…
White Sox top Pirates on Clemente Day
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Pirates spent the day honoring Hall of Famer Roberto Clemente. The organization participated in acts of community service. The players…
Review: A breakthrough in ‘Broken Hearts Gallery’
The Associated Press The 25-year-old Australian actress Geraldine Viswanathan, having already stolen movies left and right, more straightforwardly owns “Broken Hearts Gallery,” a glossy but…
Recent Deaths 9/10/20
Peter J. Mazzetti, 101, of Elon, North Carolina, formerly of Franklin, died Sept. 5, 2020. Marian C. Ochs, 91, of Lucinda, died Sept. 9, 2020….
Pet of the Day 9/9/20
Hello! I am Max. I absolutely LOVE food, like, it is the best thing ever. My day revolves around food! I also LOVE attention! I…
Mini Pierogy Mac ‘n’ Cheese Skillet
(Family Features) When it comes to back-to-school season, whether students are heading back to the classroom or learning from home, one of the biggest challenges…
Hit and run crash
Fatal crash
Child endangerment
‘New Kids on the Block’
By BROOKE WHITLING; Photography by GABE DRESBACH Student contributors While the education field is experiencing a shortage of teachers, Cranberry High School is not lacking diverse,…