Forest Area picks up cafeteria grant
From staff reports The Forest Area School District has earned a $23,427 state grant to help pay for a new dishwasher unit at West Forest…
2020
Iowa’s coveted status in doubt following results delay
DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Iowa’s coveted position as the first-in-the-nation nominating contest faces its most daunting challenge in decades in light of problems that…
PA hunters killed record 4,653 black bears in 2019
HARRISBURG (AP) — Wildlife authorities say Pennsylvania hunters killed 4,653 black bears last year, setting a new record. The Pennsylvania Game Commission said Monday the…
8 films from the Sundance Film Festival you’ll want to see
PARK CITY, Utah (AP) — When the 36th annual edition of the Sundance Film Festival wrapped Sunday after 11 days of snow and cinema, it…
Recent Deaths 2/4/20
Robert Edward Bauer, 90, died Jan. 30, 2020. Darlene M. Shufesky, 80, formerly of Oil City, died Feb. 2, 2020. James F. Weisel, 85, of…
Forest County bus crash
Help Is There If Needed
Veterans that are enrolled into the VA Health Care System, did you know there is help with issues you might have at a VA Hospital…
FHS Equations team wins first place
A team of students from Franklin High School won first place at an Equations tournament held Wednesday at Slippery Rock University. The team inludes, from…
Impeachment trial heads to historic end in frenetic week
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump’s impeachment trial heads toward a historic conclusion this week, with senators all-but-certain to acquit him on charges of abuse…
Pens beat Caps in 50th game between Crosby, Ovechkin
WASHINGTON (AP) — Sidney Crosby got the better of Alex Ovechkin in their 50th regular-season meeting and set the stage for more drama down the…
Super Bowl ads dialed up fun as an antidote to politics
NEW YORK (AP) — In the real world, political primaries are looming, impeachment is ongoing and heavy news never seems to stop. But during commercial…
Recent Deaths 2/3/20
Regina S. Michalkiewicz, formerly of Pearl Avenue in Oil City, died Jan 30, 2020. Pauline Crudo Sonoski, 94, formerly of Oil City, died Feb. 2,…
The Full Body Pit
By HUNTER REDFIELD – Student Contributor Fourteen hours after Keith and I left my house, we were finally able to step out of the car,…
Sandycreek Twp. crash
Beyond worship
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer How to save churches by filling them up with more than worshippers and expanding their community reach beyond the…
Franklin boy lives his Disney dream through Make-A-Wish
By DILLON PROVENZA Staff writer A Franklin family that has been dealing with its share of health issues recently was given a chance to put…
Punxsutawney Phil declares early spring ‘a certainty’
PUNXSUTAWNEY (AP) — Pennsylvania’s most famous groundhog on Sunday declared: “Spring will be early, it’s a certainty.” At sunrise on Groundhog Day, members of Punxsutawney…
Safeties first: Polamalu, Atwater heading to Hall of Fame
MIAMI (AP) — He grew his hair so long, it flowed out of his helmet and obscured the name on the back of his jersey….
50 Cent, DJ Khaled join Fat Joe at pre-Super Bowl concert
MIAMI (AP) — Fat Joe brought New York hip-hop to Miami for an energetic pre-Super Bowl concert a day ahead of the big game. The…
Catalytic converter taken
Group suggests ideas to keep churches viable
From staff reports Historic churches are at risk due to a declining membership, financial constraints and structural concerns. Those issues have resulted in at least…
WHO says prepare for local outbreaks; China slams US control
BEIJING (AP) — China’s death toll from a new virus rose to 259 on Saturday and a World Health Organization official said other governments need…
Crosby’s OT winner lifts Penguins over Flyers 4-3
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Sidney Crosby is well versed in what happens during the second half of an NHL season. How the intensity ramps up. The…
10 ads to watch for on Super Bowl Sunday
NEW YORK (AP) — This year’s Super Bowl won’t be a politics-free zone, as both President Donald Trump and Democratic presidential candidate Michael Bloomberg will…
Recent Deaths 2/1/20
Regina S. Michalkiewicz, 95, formerly of Oil City, died Jan. 30, 2020. Elizabeth Anastasia Rupert, 101, of Knox, died Jan. 31, 2020. William Wayne Leadbetter,…
Honey-Dill Coleslaw
Recipe courtesy of the National Honey Board Servings: 4 1/4 cup honey 1/2 cup sour cream 1/2 teaspoon dried dill weed 1 package (16 ounces)…
Pet of the Day 01-31-20
Beau, a Domestic Long Hair, is a 13 month old male cat. He has a silky black coat and pale green eyes. Beau is a…
Stolen license plate
Assault, child endangerment
Airport depot recommended as site for recycling center
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer Venango County recycling coordinator Erik Johnson has recommended to the county commissioners that the proposed county-wide recycling center be placed…
OC chief gives advice about handling scams
From staff reports The Oil City Police Department has received complaints about a Social Security scam via telephone. A local woman told the newspaper she…
Johnson hails UK’s ‘new beginning’ as Brexit day arrives
LONDON (AP) — Britain begins the day as a member of the European Union. Its status at the end of the day — as a…
Jennifer Lopez and Shakira vow ’empowering’ halftime show
MIAMI (AP) — Jennifer Lopez and Shakira said their Super Bowl halftime show will pay homage to Latino culture, promising a joint performance that has…
Recent Deaths 1/31/20
Donald P. Fusilli, Sr., 91, of Wilmerding, Jeanette, Emlenton, and Saint Petersburg, Florida, died Jan. 29, 2020. For complete obituaries, pick up a copy…
A Flavorful, Exotic Spin
No tailgate is complete without a game day staple: burgers. For a twist on tradition, try serving a different style of beef to give guests…
Pet of the Day 01-30-20
Adora, a Domestic Short Hair, is a one year old female. She’s a bright calico with almond-shaped eyes and large, upright ears. This friendly, gentle…
Penelec: Will work with PUC on issue in O.C. neighborhood
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer Complaints from several Oil City residents about what they believe are electric line irregularities that are causing headaches, nausea…
PPC Network gets $20,000 grant
From staff reports PPC Violence Free Network, a program under Family Service & Children’s Aid Society, received a $20,000 grant through the Mary Kay Foundation….
China counts 170 virus deaths, new countries find infections
BEIJING (AP) — China counted 170 deaths from a new virus Thursday and more countries reported infections, including some spread locally, as foreign evacuees from…
DJ Khaled, Cardi B, Gaga to perform during Super Bowl week
MIAMI (AP) — DJ Khaled will be celebrating his first-ever Grammy win in the city where the former radio host built his career: Miami. The…
Recent Deaths 1/30/20
Lois Claire (Cathcart) Campbell, 91, of Massillon, Ohio, died Jan. 28, 2020. Madison Jane Lyons died Jan. 26, 2020. Sigrid B. Yahner, 75, of Franklin,…
Growing roses organically
Michael Marriott is an organic gardener and says roses can easily be grown that way. The technical manager and senior rosarian has been growing roses…
Beef Up Your Menu with a Trendy Twist on Sushi
(Family Features) Tantalizing taste buds with the latest in trendy foods can be a fun way to bring the whole family to the table for…
Pet of the Day 01-29-20
Butternut and Sassafras, two Domestic Short Hairs, are spayed females. They’re beige and brown tigers. Butternut and Sassafras are sharing a condo, and they’re every…
Retail theft
State website allows travelers to better gauge road conditions
By DILLON PROVENZA Staff writer Although no one can predict whether Punxsutawney Phil will see his shadow come Groundhog Day on Sunday, it’s fair to…
Cub Scouts hold Pinewood Derby
Paul Adams III of Polk, left, an Arrow of Life Scout and the son of Paul Adams II and Mendy Adams, was the winner of…
US beefs up screening of travelers for new virus from China
WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. health officials offered a reality check Tuesday about the scary new virus from China: They’re expanding screenings of international travelers and…
Penguins sign D Pettersson to 5-year extension
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Marcus Pettersson is sticking with the Pittsburgh Penguins. The 23-year-old defenseman agreed to a five-year contract extension on Tuesday that runs through…
Pastor’s fight against KKK becomes movie that may aid battle
LAURENS, S.C. (AP) — Not many years ago in a small, rural South Carolina town stood The Redneck Shop — a racist emporium and Ku…