Collaborative Conversation is Key
When you think of collaboration, what do you imagine? Do you think of folks pitching in, lending a hand, and getting a job done? Or…
September 2021
Cooperstown man accused of several sex assaults on girl
From staff reports A Cooperstown man is facing numerous charges for engaging in a sexual relationship with a girl who was under 16. Franklin state…
Venango County residents will join March for Life in Harrisburg
By LAURA O’NEIL Staff writer A group of local residents will travel by bus from Franklin to join the Pennsylvania March for Life in Harrisburg…
House Jan. 6 panel subpoenas Trump advisers, associates
WASHINGTON (AP) — A House committee investigating the Jan. 6 insurrection at the U.S. Capitol has issued its first subpoenas, demanding records and testimony from…
No Crosby, no Malkin gives Penguins camp an unusual vibe
CRANBERRY TOWNSHIP (AP) — The Pittsburgh Penguins have spent the better part of two decades leaning heavily on Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin for well,…
Home that inspired ‘The Conjuring’ movie for sale for $1.2M
BURRILLVILLE, R.I. (AP) — Not afraid of ghosts and things that go bump in the night? The purportedly haunted Rhode Island farmhouse where the spooky…
Recent Deaths 9/24/21
Leona Marie Wyant, 78, of Rimersburg, died Sept. 22, 2021. Elizabeth R. “Betty” Boocks, 79, of Shippenville, died Sept. 22, 2021. Constance “Connie” T. Long,…
Pet of the Day 9/23/21
Duck, duck, duck… That’s me! No goose here! I’m super friendly and love to play. I am a bit of a wild child as the…
Grilled Turkey Club with Orange Juice-Infused Aioli
(Family Features) With a return to busy fall routines, it can be challenging for many families to find the time to sit down at the…
Friends for Food campaign starting; will be drive-in again
By STACEY GROSS Staff writer The 31st annual Friends for Food campaign is getting started, and this year will look much the same as last…
VC announces homecoming court
The Venango Catholic High School homecoming court includes (front, from left) Audrey Nichols, Mariah Wessell, Kennedy Liederbach, Alyson Stewart, (back) Owen Campbell, Kyle Beichner, Keegan…
‘We’re not panicking’; Steelers regrouping after loss
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Nearly two decades in, Ben Roethlisberger is well versed in the rhythms of the season. The first win is met with perhaps…
Rain forces postponement of Pirates’ game at Reds
CINCINNATI (AP) — The finale of Pittsburgh’s three-game series at Cincinnati was postponed Wednesday by rain about 10 minutes before the scheduled first pitch. The…
Review: In ‘Dear Evan Hansen,’ a Broadway hit ages poorly
The Associated Press The journey from stage to screen, so often a perilous one, has been particularly bumpy for “Dear Evan Hansen.” The Broadway show, starring…
Recent Deaths 9/23/21
Frank William Yeager, 78, of Franklin, died Sept. 21, 2021. David L. Martin, 79, of Venus, died Sept. 19, 2021. Ronald Scott Miller, 65, of…
Pet of the Day 9/22/21
Sweet little Dove is looking for her forever home. She is very affectionate and sweet, and she loves to play with the other kittens. She…
Why Use Native Plants?
This article explains what native plants are, their benefits, and where to acquire them. It also includes tips on how to use native plants in…
Panel gets update on Cornplanter Square progress
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer Venango Regional Economic Development Authority board members heard updates at their monthly meeting Tuesday about the 100 Seneca at Cornplanter…
Oil Valley Film Festival winners announced
From staff reports The 2021 Oil Valley Film Festival announced its winners from among 22 films representing nine countries from the sixth annual event. The…
‘The future is raising its voice’: A dire mood at UN meeting
UNITED NATIONS (AP) — Racism, climate change, and worsening divisions among nations and cultures topped the agenda Wednesday as leaders from China to Costa Rica,…
Official: State ‘well prepared’ for vaccine boosters
HERSHEY (AP) — Pennsylvania’s network of vaccine providers is ready to deliver booster shots of the coronavirus vaccine as soon as federal authorities sign off,…
Pirates deliver blow to Reds’ fading playoff chances
CINCINNATI (AP) — Ben Gamel homered, Ke’Bryan Hayes had three hits and the Pittsburgh Pirates dampened the Cincinnati Reds’ dwindling postseason hopes with a 6-2…
In ‘This is the Night,’ a love letter to cinema, ‘Rocky III’
The Associated Press Filmmaker James DeMonaco remembers the day “Rocky III” hit theaters as if it were yesterday. On Staten Island in 1982, it was…
Recent Deaths 9/22/21
Nancy Moore, 78, of Kennerdell, died Sept. 21, 2021. Marcia L. Mitchell, 78, of Oil City, died Sept. 19, 2021. For complete obituaries, pick…
Pet of the Day 9/21/21
Say hello to Aries! She is the last of her cosmic siblings looking for her forever home. She is very sweet and playful, but she…
Peanut Butter Saltine Candy
(Family Features) Among the decorations, gifts, and gatherings of loved ones, there’s perhaps nothing quite like family favorite foods that call to mind the joy…
Polk plaintiffs file another motion to extend lawsuit
By STACEY GROSS Staff writer A motion filed by plaintiffs in the Polk Center closure lawsuit seeks to extend the existing schedule of the suit…
Venango Museum to host annual benefit event
From staff reports The eighth annual “A Night at the Museum” benefit gala will be held at 5:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 9, at the Venango…
World leaders return to UN and face many escalating crises
NEW YORK (AP) — In person and on screen, world leaders returned to the United Nations foremost gathering for the first time in two years…
Votto power surge leads Reds rally for 9-5 win over Pirates
CINCINNATI (AP) — Joey Votto tied the game with his second homer of the night, Eugenio Suarez followed with a go-ahead shot and the Cincinnati…
‘Outsiders’ house: Tiny Tulsa museum draws big names
TULSA, Oklahoma (AP) — This summer, it was Leonardo DiCaprio. Then it was Green Day. A tiny museum in Tulsa, Oklahoma, dedicated to a movie…
Recent Deaths 9/21/21
Dorothy Ann “Biddy” Saboski, 88, of Oil City, died Sept. 20, 2021. Michael K. Hetrick, 72, of New Bethlehem, died Sept. 18, 2021. Janine C….
Pet of the Day 9/20/21
Hey, Jude? That’s this guy! Jude is a loving boy who is still a bit on the shy side with new people, but once he…
Smothered Pork Chops in Mushroom Sauce
(Culinary.net) When you are hungry and searching for something filling, juicy and rich, turning to your pantry for on-hand ingredients can make dinner a breeze….
National Defense Authorization Act vote
Congress is voting now on the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2022. Amendments have been added to the NDAA for H.R.1115/ S.535…
Berry Botics is Back in Business
By HANNAH NIEDERRITER Student contributor Many clubs at Cranberry High School are back in session, and this year, Cranberry’s own Berry Botics will be tackling…
OC, Cranberry announce homecoming courts
Pfizer says COVID-19 vaccine works in kids ages 5 to 11
The Associated Press Pfizer said Monday its COVID-19 vaccine works for children ages 5 to 11 and that it will seek U.S. authorization for this…
Díaz homer in 10th lifts Marlins 6-5, denies Pirates sweep
MIAMI (AP) — Lewin Díaz led off the bottom of the 10th with a two-run homer off Chad Kuhl, and the Miami Marlins beat Pittsburgh…
Injuries, miscues pile up for Steelers in loss to Raiders
PITTSBURGH (AP) — One half, T.J. Watt was wrecking the Las Vegas Raiders’ game plan. The next the Pittsburgh Steelers star linebacker was watching from…
Emmys: ‘Crown,’ ‘Lasso,’ ‘Queen’s Gambit,’ streaming triumph
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Netflix’s “The Crown” and “The Queen’s Gambit” combined with Apple TV+’s “Ted Lasso” to sweep top series honors at the Sunday’s…
Recent Deaths 9/20/21
LeRoy E. Wagner, 52, of Titusville, died Sept. 16, 2021. Michael K. Hetrick, 72, of New Bethlehem, died Sept. 18, 2021. Mavis Culver, 74, of…
Man pleads guilty in 2019 murder case
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer A Cochranton man pleaded guilty Thursday in Crawford County Court to the murder of his stepmother and half brother at…
TrAils To Ales II opens
By DILLON PROVENZA Staff writer The management team at TrAils To Ales hopes to bring technological drink pours and more people to downtown Franklin with…
California wildfires make run toward giant sequoia groves
THREE RIVERS, Calif. (AP) — Two lightning-sparked wildfires in California merged and made a run to the edge of a grove of ancient sequoias, momentarily…
Pirates beat Marlins 6-3, 1 win from 1st sweep of season
MIAMI (AP) — Ke’Bryan Hayes doubled twice and survived a ninth-inning tumble on the pitcher’s mound in the game’s second failed attempt to catch a…
Emmys vow a ‘good time’ after bleak year; ‘Crown’ may rule
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Emmy Awards host Cedric the Entertainer and the show’s producers promise it will be a celebration for all. But it could…
2 killed in crash
Township officials to meet at convention
From staff reports Officials representing townships of the second class in Venango County will meet Wednesday, Sept. 29, at the Oakland Township fire hall for…
Franklin Rotary to celebrate Peace Day
From staff reports The Franklin Rotary Club is set for a multi-point service project on Tuesday for advancing peace locally. The event coincides with the…