Cowher caps unlikely success story with Hall of Fame nod
The Associated Press On the surface, Bill Cowher looked like he wasn’t ready to be an NFL head coach. Too young. Too anonymous. Too unproven….
July 2021
Smith, Escobar lead Diamondbacks over Pirates 4-2
PHOENIX (AP) — Caleb Smith pitched 6 2/3 stellar innings, Eduardo Escobar hit a two-run homer for the second straight game and the Arizona Diamondbacks…
Road warrior Bob Dylan returns to stage — at least on film
NEW YORK (AP) — After a year and a half away because of the pandemic, relentless road warrior Bob Dylan returned to a concert stage…
Recent Deaths 7/20/21
Marlin Christopher Jones, 17, of Jamestown, died June 22, 2021. Gerald W. “Jerry” Hasbrouck, 83, of Pleasantville, died July 18, 2021. For complete obituaries,…
Ashland Twp. assault
Pet of the Day 7/19/21
Alexander is a tough little guy. He wants to be loved, but he doesn’t want to lose his “tough guy” exterior. He can be a…
Mediterranean Grain Bowl with Pork Skewers
(Family Features) Joining loved ones at the family table is an important moment for many, both as a filling way to enjoy a meal and…
VFW Testifies Before House
On Wednesday, VFW National Legislative Service Deputy Director Tammy Barlet testified before the House Veterans’ Affairs Subcommittee on Health regarding several pieces of pending legislation….
10 departments respond to Rouseville fire
By STACEY GROSS Staff writer Ten regional fire departments responded to a fire at 320 McClintockville Road in Rouseville, Sunday evening. Cornplanter Volunteer Fire Department…
Expert: Waterways flowing too fast for people to safely enjoy them
By STACEY GROSS Staff writer If you’re planning to enjoy the water amenities in the Oil Region this week after the rain that fell over…
Capitol rioter who breached Senate faces 1st felony sentence
CHICAGO (AP) — A Florida man who breached the U.S. Senate chamber carrying a Trump campaign flag is scheduled to become the first Jan. 6…
Conforto HR in 9th, Mets overcome early gaffe to top Pirates
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Michael Conforto hit a two-run homer in the ninth inning to complete a huge comeback and the New York Mets overcame an…
‘Space Jam’ dunks on ‘Black Widow’ to take box office No. 1
The Associated Press “Black Widow” ceded its No. 1 spot to an unlikely foe in its second week in theaters: The Tune Squad. LeBron James,…
Recent Deaths 7/19/21
Larry Paul Truitt, 70, of Lamartine, died July 15, 2021. Ray E. Whitling, 94, of Knox, died July 18, 2021. William N. “Clutch” Carbaugh, 71,…
Man facing charges in connection with OD death of woman
From staff reports A Petrolia man is facing charges in connection with the overdose death of an Emlenton woman in March. Emlenton police said in…
‘A great addition’: Recycling center holds open house
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer A number of local officials, county employees and a representative from the Department of Environmental Protection attended Friday’s open house…
California fire prompts evacuations; Oregon blaze balloons
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — A rapidly growing wildfire south of Lake Tahoe jumped a highway, prompting more evacuation orders and the cancellation of an extreme…
Stallings slam in 9th off Díaz rallies Pirates past Mets 9-7
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Jacob Stallings hit a fly ball down the left field line and stood in the batter’s box. He was watching and hoping….
Biz Markie, known for classic rap song ‘Just a Friend,’ dies
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Biz Markie, a hip-hop staple known for his beatboxing prowess, turntable mastery and the 1989 classic “Just a Friend,” has died….
Festival book sale moved to library; hours corrected
From staff reports A book sale hosted by Friends of the Oil City Library will be held at the library during the Oil Heritage Festival….
Police will focus on Move Over violations
From staff reports Troop E of the Pennsylvania State Police, which includes Franklin state police, has joined state police from five other states in focusing…
Biden grappling with ‘pandemic of the unvaccinated’
WASHINGTON (AP) — Two weeks after celebrating America’s near “independence” from the coronavirus, President Joe Biden is confronting the worrying reality of rising cases and…
Pirates top Mets 4-1 after shoving match; Lindor injured
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Francisco Lindor left injured moments before Marcus Stroman and his New York Mets teammates got into a heated shoving match with Pittsburgh…
Why the Anthony Bourdain voice cloning creeps people out
The Associated Press The revelation that a documentary filmmaker used voice-cloning software to make the late chef Anthony Bourdain say words he never spoke has…
Recent Deaths 7/17/21
Alma Mae Carson, 91, of Erie, formerly of Oil City, died July 10, 2021. Louise M. Blymiller McNany, 76, of Emlenton, died July 15, 2021….
Pet of the Day 7/16/21
Tia recently came to us because her owner could no longer care for her. She is a gentle soul although she will tear apart stuffed…
Sopapilla Bars
(Culinary.net) Finding a unique dessert to impress others can be a tall task. Cakes, brownies and cookies are classics but can be boring and repetitive….
Rain Gardens – the Plants
This plant list provides a good starting point to help you become familiar with some native plants that are good for rain gardens. Most of…
Rain Gardens – the Basics
Rain gardens are a simple and resourceful way to use the stormwater from your gutters productively as a garden. In its most simple design, a…
Congressman Gets Glipse of Partnerships, Progress, Plans
Local redevelopment was a bit more exciting than usual recently with a visit from US Congressman Glenn “GT” Thompson! Congressman Thompson, who is a top…
Oil Heritage events start today
From staff reports Oil City’s annual Oil Heritage Festival, which is set for July 22-25, is chock full of activities. This year’s celebration will mark…
Services on hold at Salvation Army dental center
From staff reports The Salvation Army’s Oil City Dental Center is temporarily without a dentist on staff and has put a pause on services for…
Recovery effort at collapsed building could end soon
SURFSIDE, Fla. (AP) — Efforts to recover human remains from the debris of a South Florida condo building are nearing an end. Miami-Dade police identified…
State’s overdose deaths rose in 2020, US agency says
HARRISBURG (AP) — Overdose deaths in Pennsylvania grew along with the national rate last year during the pandemic, according to new federal estimates. The U.S….
Video games coming to Netflix? Latest hiring offers a clue
SAN RAMON, Calif. (AP) — Netflix has hired veteran video game executive Mike Verdu, signaling the video streaming service is poised to expand into another…
Recent Deaths 7/16/21
Hazel Slaughenhoupt, 70, of Bruin, died July 11, 2021. Larry “Tarzan” Ramsey died July 9, 2021. Mary Lee Eichholtz, 65, of Franklin, died July 8,…
Horseradish Mashed Potatoes
(Culinary.net) Almost every get-together – whether it’s family, friends, or neighbors – always has one dish that’s the star of the show time after time….
Pet of the Day 7/15/21
Tallulah is a sweetheart who has a little bit of a diva side to her. She is very friendly and loves attention, and she will…
Tuesday’s severe storms caused widespread damages in region
Severe storms Tuesday evening left some damage in their wake around Venango and Clarion counties. Trees falling due to high winds – up to 60…
Don’t look up! Bangkok’s slitherers keep snake catchers busy
BANGKOK (AP) — Bangkok parkgoers looking for relief from renewed coronavirus restrictions got a slithering surprise Thursday when a python as long as two of…
Madonna documentary coming to streaming Paramount+ this fall
NEW YORK (AP) — Streaming service Paramount+ has landed a documentary that offers a glimpse into the personal life of Madonna and her work on…
No injuries, but lots of damage reported with Iowa tornadoes
LAKE CITY, Iowa (AP) — No deaths or injuries were immediately reported from tornadoes that tore through central and eastern Iowa, but many found damaged…
Apple Cake
(Culinary.net) It’s almost impossible to beat the combination of sweet fruit and decadent desserts. This delicious recipe for Apple Cake highlights the crisp fruit but…
Pet of the Day 7/14/21
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…
7 members named to Venango County 911 advisory board
Venango County commissioners on Tuesday approved members of the county’s 911 advisory board that was created in May. The board consists of seven members –…
Clarion County leaders, residents offer input for comprehensive plan
CLARION – Clarion County had an opportunity Monday night to plan for the county’s future. Representatives from Herbert, Rowland and Grubic of Cranberry Township conducted…
Unwanted pets: Giant goldfish turn up in Minnesota waterways
BURNSVILLE, Minn. (AP) — Officials in Minnesota said they’re finding more giant goldfish in waterways, prompting a plea to citizens to stop illegally dumping their…
Spears hearing to deal with turmoil from her dramatic speech
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Three weeks after Britney Spears ‘ dramatic comments in court condemning the conservatorship that has controlled her life for 13 years,…
Biden blasts ‘un-American’ voting limits; Texas Dems act
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — President Joe Biden declared preserving voting rights an urgent national “test of our time” on Tuesday but offered few concrete proposals to…
Classic Cucumber Sandwiches
(StatePoint) If you’re among the millions of fans of the hit show “Bridgerton,” or of the novels that inspired it, you know that society’s finest…