November is month of most car-deer accidents
From staff reports November is coming, and that means more deer are on the move. November is the most dangerous month in Pennsylvania for deer-car…
2021
What’s in, and what’s out, as Democrats reshape Biden bill
WASHINGTON (AP) — After months of talks, Democrats are edging closer to an agreement on what programs and policies to include in President Joe Biden’s…
State’s jobless rate, labor force and payrolls drop
HARRISBURG (AP) — Pennsylvania’s unemployment rate continued to hit new post-pandemic lows, according to state figures released Friday, but the labor force and payrolls shrank…
Pens’ star Crosby: still no timetable for return from injury
CRANBERRY TOWNSHIP (AP) — Pittsburgh Penguins star Sidney Crosby still isn’t sure when he will be cleared to return after he had left wrist surgery…
Baldwin was told gun was ‘cold’ before movie set shooting
SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — As a film crew and actors in Western garb prepared to rehearse a scene inside a wooden, chapel-like building on…
Recent Deaths 10/23/21
James R. Manners, Sr., 83, of Oil City, died Oct. 21, 2021. Barbara A. Harp, 57, of Ararat, N.C., formerly of Marienville, died Oct. 17,…
Pet of the Day 10/22/21
Fitz is a very loving kitty. He does pretty well with other cats, but we’ve noticed he seems to do better with females or non-dominant…
Tricolor Grape Pizza with Goat Cheese and Thyme
(Family Features) Along with the delicious food, gift-giving, and cheer of the holiday season, getting together with friends and family is also cherished. Whether it’s…
Oil City woman accused of child endangerment
From staff reports An Oil City woman is facing child endangerment charges after her daughter was found unresponsive due to diabetic issues. On Sept. 2,…
Drug-use prevention campaign will place focus on youths
By LAURA O’NEIL Staff writer With the rise in drug and alcohol use, Venango County Human Services is doing what it can to keep the…
Pfizer: COVID-19 vaccine more than 90% effective in kids
The Associated Press Kid-size doses of Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine appear safe and nearly 91% effective at preventing symptomatic infections in 5- to 11-year-olds, according to…
House votes to hold Trump ally Steve Bannon in contempt
WASHINGTON (AP) — The House has voted to hold Steve Bannon, a longtime ally and aide to former President Donald Trump, in contempt of Congress…
Sheriff: Baldwin fired prop gun that killed cinematographer
SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — Actor Alec Baldwin fired a prop gun on the set of a Western and killed the cinematographer, officials said. The…
Recent Deaths 10/22/21
Dorothy E. Heath, 93, of Oil City, died Oct. 20, 2021. Victor K. Fernandez, 62, of Fisher, died Oct. 20, 2021. Julie Marie Ditty, 47,…
Cheesy Chorizo Nachos
(Family Features) Settling in for an afternoon of gridiron action calls for football food from dips and appetizers to full-blown feasts. Whether you’re a diehard…
Pet of the Day 10/21/21
Miney is one of three siblings left. He is super friendly towards people and other cats, does well with dogs, and is very entertaining. His…
Franklin students to compete in robotics challenge
From staff reports Students on the Franklin Area High School’s robotics team will have their skills put to the test in a competition this weekend….
Franklin to host financial aid program
From staff reports A workshop about financial aid programs to help pay for college will be held at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 27, at the…
FDA OKs mixing COVID vaccines; backs Moderna, J&J boosters
WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. regulators on Wednesday signed off on extending COVID-19 boosters to Americans who got the Moderna or Johnson & Johnson vaccine and…
NFL, players agree to end ‘race-norming’ in $1B settlement
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The NFL and lawyers for thousands of retired NFL players have reached an agreement to end race-based adjustments in dementia testing in…
State appeals court takes up school mask challenge
The Associated Press A Pennsylvania appeals court heard arguments Wednesday on whether the Wolf administration had the legal right to impose a mask mandate on…
Chapelle special spurs Netflix walkout: ‘Trans lives matter’
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Netflix employees who walked out Wednesday in protest of Dave Chappelle’s special and its anti-transgender comments were joined by allies who…
Recent Deaths 10/21/21
David R. Romig, 69, of Summerville, died Oct. 19, 2021. Samuel Bailey, 72, of Rimersburg, died Oct. 19, 2021. David L. “Chili” Stover, 64, of…
Fatal crash
Pet of the Day 10/20/21
Meenie is one of three siblings left. She is super friendly towards people and other cats, does well with dogs, and is very entertaining. We…
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….
Seed Saving Basics
For longtime gardeners, saving seeds from their plants may be a family tradition. For new gardeners, it may only be a matter of time until…
Berry Botics Meets Manufacturing at Matric
By HANNAH NIEDERRITER Student contributor With the competition date for BEST Robotics rapidly approaching, local community members can be some of the most beneficial information…
Franklin School District addresses virus-era problems
By DILLON PROVENZA Staff writer Franklin School Board members on Monday night were updated with potential problems in the COVID-19 era of shortages. Superintendent Mark…
Vaccine clinic set in Franklin
From staff reports United Way of Venango County and Adagio Health will provide walk-in COVID-19 vaccination services from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Thursday at…
Biden focuses on climate, families in trimmed $2T plan
WASHINGTON (AP) — Scaling down his “build back better” plans, President Joe Biden on Tuesday described a more limited vision to Democratic lawmakers of a…
White House details plans to vaccinate 28M children age 5-11
WASHINGTON (AP) — Children age 5 to 11 will soon be able to get a COVID-19 shot at their pediatrician’s office, local pharmacy and potentially…
Stars’ Pavelski, Radulov edge Penguins 2-1 in shootout
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Dallas Stars are built to win tight games, and they’re certainly wasting little time getting comfortable with them. Joe Pavelski and…
Recent Deaths 10/20/21
Phyllis T. Delp, 93, died Oct. 18, 2021. Leona Bickel, 94, formerly of Titusville, died Oct. 9, 2021. Janice Shreckengost Henry Martz, 73, of Mayport,…
Pet of the Day 10/19/21
Maggie recently came to us as a stray so we don’t know a lot about her. She is a big sweet girl. We are giving…
Sugar Cookies with Orange Glaze
(Family Features) Many holiday hosts tend to pull out their most treasured family recipes when entertaining loved ones. After all, taste is the most important…
Oil City man, Franklin woman accused of forgery
From staff reports An Oil City man and Franklin woman face forgery and theft charges after being accused of using counterfeit $100 bills at two…
Blood drive set Thursday in Seneca
From staff reports UPMC Northwest will hold a blood drive for the Community Blood Bank from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday. Donating blood takes…
Jan. 6 panel plans contempt vote as Trump sues over probe
WASHINGTON (AP) — A House committee tasked with investigating the Jan. 6 Capitol insurrection is moving swiftly Tuesday to hold at least one of Donald…
Biden team asks Supreme Court to pause Texas abortion law
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Biden administration is asking the Supreme Court to block the Texas law banning most abortions, while the fight over the measure’s…
Denis Villeneuve’s dreams of ‘Dune’ reach the big screen
The Associated Press It was the eyes that drew Denis Villeneuve to “Dune.” Long before he’d decided to become a filmmaker, he was just a…
Recent Deaths 10/19/21
Carrie R. Collins, 39, of Sugar Grove, died Oct. 14, 2021. Dale Burkhardt, 66, of Franklin, died Oct. 6, 2021. Robert L. Delo, 90, died…
Robbery suspect in custody
Pet of the Day 10/18/21
Marley was recently brought to us because her owner couldn’t keep her. She wasn’t too sure about us at first, but after we spent time…
Lemon Cake
(Family Features) Many holiday hosts tend to pull out their most treasured family recipes when entertaining loved ones. After all, taste is the most important…
VFW Testifies Before House Subcommittee
VFW National Legislative Service Deputy Director Tammy Barlet testified before the House Veterans’ Affairs Subcommittee on Health regarding several pieces of pending legislation. She spoke…
Crunch time: Biden faces critical next 2 weeks for agenda
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden is entering a crucial two weeks for his ambitious agenda, racing to conclude contentious congressional negotiations ahead of both…
Colin Powell has died of COVID-19 complications, family says
WASHINGTON (AP) — Colin Powell, who served Democratic and Republican presidents in war and peace but whose sterling reputation was forever stained when he went…
Watt forces fumble in overtime, Steelers edge Seahawks 23-20
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike Tomlin insists there is nothing “mystical” to the way outside linebacker T.J. Watt goes about his business. The…
‘Halloween Kills’ carves out $50.4 million at box office
The Associated Press “Halloween Kills” may be available to watch at home, but the latest installment in the Michael Myers saga is making a killing…