Recent Deaths 4/14/21
William A. Hart, 74, of Franklin, died April 12, 2021. For complete obituaries, pick up a copy of The Derrick for this day or…
April 2021
Pet of the Day 4/13/21
Eli is a happy, young boy with lots (and lots and lots) of energy! He is very sweet and smart. He was one of our…
Gluten-Free Barbecue Skillet Pizza
(Family Features) Time available to cook, your family’s preferred dishes, ingredients you have in the pantry – there are plenty of considerations that may limit…
Joining Forces Initiative Relaunch
Last week, First Lady Jill Biden announced the priorities of the recently relaunched Joining Forces initiative. The focus will be on military spouse unemployment and…
Man accused of holding woman at gunpoint
From staff reports A transient man is facing charges for holding a woman at gunpoint in Oil City and forcing her to give him a…
Southbound lanes closed on Route 8
From staff reports The southbound lanes of Route 8 are closed in Venango County from the intersection with Polk Cutoff in Sandycreek Township to the…
Protest after chief says officer meant to use Taser, not gun
BROOKLYN CENTER, Minn. (AP) — Police clashed with protesters for a second night in the Minneapolis suburb where an officer who authorities say apparently intended…
Darvish dominates, Myers powers Padres past Pirates 6-2
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The San Diego Padres have the best bullpen in the majors at the moment. The most overworked one, too. Yu Darvish did…
Prince Philip vs Philip of ‘The Crown’: Fact and fiction
LOS ANGELES (AP) — In “The Crown,” a dishy naval officer captures the heart of a future queen. But he chafes at playing royal second…
Recent Deaths 4/13/21
Ruth M. McElroy, 90, of Chicora, formerly of Emlenton, died April 10, 2021. David Richard Marchand, 87, of Shippenville, died April 10, 2021. Madalene J….
Man dies in house fire in Clarion County
ELK TOWNSHIP – A man died in a house fire Sunday morning in Elk Township, according to Shippenville-Elk fire Chief Steve Merryman. The 382 Buckhorn…
2-week deer season approved, rifles banned from turkey hunts
HARRIBURG, Pa. (AP) — The Pennsylvania Game Commission has approved concurrent hunting for antlered and antlerless deer through the duration of the 2021-22 firearms deer…
Kings trade Jeff Carter to Penguins for pair of draft picks
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Los Angeles Kings traded forward Jeff Carter to the Pittsburgh Penguins late Sunday night for a pair of conditional draft…
Pennsylvania: All adults eligible for vaccine on Tuesday
HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Pennsylvania will expand eligibility for the COVID-19 vaccine to all adults beginning Tuesday, nearly a week ahead of schedule, state officials…
Music garden outside library expected to harvest interest
By LAURA O’NEIL Staff writer It’s spring, and the Oil City Library has just put in a new garden. However, it doesn’t contain vegetables or…
Alliance to dedicate Oil Creek Landing at ceremony
From staff reports The Oil Region Alliance of Business, Industry and Tourism is holding a ceremony to dedicate the Oil Creek Memorial Landing, the trailhead…
Biden budget seeks more for schools, health care and housing
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden released a $1.5 trillion wish list for his first federal budget, asking for substantial gains for Democratic priorities including…
Lawmakers seek long-term limit on governors’ emergency power
The Associated Press As governors loosen long-lasting coronavirus restrictions, state lawmakers across the U.S. are taking actions to significantly limit the power they could wield…
Keller shines, Pirates end 6-game skid, tag Davies, Cubs 8-2
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Mitch Keller’s stuff has never been in question. It’s a lack of command that sometimes handcuff the pitcher the Pittsburgh Pirates view…
Franklin pursuit
Regional vaccination clinic opens
By LAURA O’NEIL Staff writer On Friday, the UPMC Northwest vaccination clinic at the Cranberry Mall opened as the regional clinic to serve people from…
Oil City 150 schedule set, rain or shine
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer The Oil City 150 celebration will be held in Justus Park, rain or shine, at 1 p.m. Sunday. The theme…
Street sweeping schedule set
From staff reports City workers in Franklin and Oil City will sweep streets in the following areas next week: Franklin – Monday – Third shift,…
Explosive eruption rocks volcano on Caribbean’s St. Vincent
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — An explosive eruption rocked La Soufriere volcano on the eastern Caribbean island of St. Vincent on Friday after the…
Rust scores 2, Crosby gets goal, 2 assists, Pens beat Devils
NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — Bryan Rust scored two goals and Sidney Crosby had a goal and two assists in leading the streaking Pittsburgh Penguins to…
How an Irish town became home for an animation powerhouse
NEW YORK (AP) — The medieval town of Kilkenny in the southeast of Ireland is an unlikely home for a perennial Oscar contender. But there,…
Recent Deaths 4/10/21
Gloria A. Eisenman, 77, of Strobleton, died April 8, 2021. Edwin “Ed” S. Geer, 72, died April 6, 2021. Rodger L. Shrecengost, 51, of New…
Pet of the Day 4/9/21
Buck is a super sweet fellow who was brought to us because his owner was moving and couldn’t take him. The previous owner says Buck…
Apple Cider Vinegar Beef and Broccoli
(Family Features) Committing to a daily wellness routine may include many components from eating healthy and exercising to meditating and achieving quality sleep. For some,…
PFA violation
Pittsburgh’s Effort an Example of Our Region’s Promise
With a rust-belt legacy linked directly with ours, Pittsburgh’s recent redevelopment efforts provide theoretical guidelines that show promise for our own region, while highlighting the…
Groups sought to participate in Franklin’s Memorial Day parade
From staff reports Plans are in the works for a Memorial Day parade in Franklin and organizers are looking for groups to participate. While last…
Pennsylvania promises quicker, easier jobless claims system
HARRISBURG (AP) — After a year of frustration over long waits for checks, jammed phone lines and confusing online filing procedures, Pennsylvania’s Department of Labor…
Letang, Rodrigues lead Penguins to 5-2 win over Rangers
NEW YORK (AP) — Kris Letang and Evan Rodrigues scored in the second period, and the Pittsburgh Penguins beat the New York Rangers 5-2 Thursday…
Prince Philip, husband of Queen Elizabeth II, dies at 99
LONDON (AP) — Prince Philip, the irascible and tough-minded husband of Queen Elizabeth II who spent more than seven decades supporting his wife in a…
Review: ‘Thunder Force’ is forced and lacking any thunder
The Associated Press Melissa McCarthy and her husband, filmmaker Ben Falcone, have managed to put out not one but two movies during this global pandemic….
Recent Deaths 4/9/21
James Richard Platt, 52, died April 5, 2021. Karen Lynn (Stephan) McLaine, 83, died April 1, 2021. Jerome E. Bickel, 91, of Seneca, died April…
Pet of the Day 4/8/21
Lucy (right) is a super friendly girl who loves attention and makes time in life for the good things: naps and playtime. Chunk is a…
Orange Juice Shrimp Quinoa Bowls
(Family Features) Taking care of your heart health requires a commitment to the right routines and smart decisions, such as adopting a heart healthy diet….
Coroner identifies man who died in brush fire
By DILLON PROVENZA Staff writer Venango County Coroner Christina Rugh has identified the man who died in a brush fire Tuesday near Two Mile Run…
Remake Learning Days events returning to area
From staff reports After a challenging year for education, Remake Learning Days Across America is returning this spring in 17 regions – including northwest Pennsylvania…
Biden open to compromise on infrastructure, but not inaction
The Associated Press President Joe Biden drew a red line on his $2.3 trillion infrastructure plan Wednesday, saying he is open to compromise on how…
Reds keep rolling, hit 4 HRs to back Castillo, sweep Pirates
CINCINNATI (AP) — The names might not ring out like Rose, Morgan, Bench and the Big Red Machine. But Tyler Naquin, Nick Castellanos, Jonathan India…
Review: In ‘Moffie,’ brutal intolerance in ’80s South Africa
The Associated Press The main character of Oliver Hermanus’ shattering “Moffie,” set in 1981 South Africa, is a handsome, white 18-year-old. In the country’s system…
Recent Deaths 4/8/21
Carolyn B. Brown (nee Brooks), of Collinsville, died April 3, 2021. James R. Platt, 52, of Oil City, died April 5, 2021. Paul Wilmer “Will”…
Pet of the Day 4/7/21
I’m a squishmallow of a cat who loves people and attention. So my name Little Girl came from when I was younger. I was slim,…
Cheesy Bacon-Broccoli Quiche
(Family Features) Making sure your family members get a nutritious start to the day is an important job, and by focusing on a few wholesome…
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OC Main Street program updates business guide
From staff reports The Oil City Main Street Program has issued an updated version of its business resource guide, “Opportunity: Oil City.” Main Street manager…