Oil City man dies in Bredinsburg Road crash
From staff reports Franklin state police late Friday evening reported an Oil City man died in an accident on Bredinsburg Road in Cranberry Township earlier…
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Franklin a buzz with downtown bee swarm
By DILLON PROVENZA Staff writer A buzz in downtown Franklin drew a crowd on Saturday as a swarm of bees took shelter on a tree…
Quake injured wait for help as new disaster overwhelms Haiti
LES CAYES, Haiti (AP) — Under Haiti’s burning heat, Jennie Auguste lies with a lost, thousand-yard stare on a flimsy foam mattress placed on an…
Concerns over US terror threats rising as Taliban hold grows
WASHINGTON (AP) — America’s top general said the United States could now face a rise in terrorist threats from a Taliban-run Afghanistan. That warning comes…
Adames scores twice as Brewers take series from Pirates, 2-1
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Willy Adames scored twice, Christian Yelich had two hits and the Milwaukee Brewers beat the sloppy Pittsburgh Pirates 2-1 on Sunday. Adames…
‘Free Guy’ gives box office a lift, opening with $28.4M
NEW YORK (AP) — “Free Guy,” an action comedy starring Ryan Reynolds as a background character in a videogame, opened better than expected over the…
Recent Deaths 8/16/21
Sally J. Dorrion, 86, of Clarendon, died Aug. 15, 2021. Bonnie Lee Klem, 75, of Oil City, formerly of Stowe Township, died Aug. 12, 2021….
Emergency workers honored for saving man in cardiac arrest
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer Every seat was filled Thursday in Oil City Council chambers as friends and family of six EMTs and paramedics from…
OC paving planned next month
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer Plans are moving forward for paving work on several Oil City streets. Oil City manager Mark Schroyer said at Thursday’s…
Virus claims more young victims as deaths climb yet again
MIAMI (AP) — A young mother had just celebrated her first wedding anniversary and was one of six members of a Jacksonville church to die…
Ashby, Brewers beat Pirates 6-0 to split doubleheader
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Rookie Aaron Ashby and three relievers combined on a four-hitter, Rowdy Tellez hit a long home run and the Milwaukee Brewers beat…
‘South Park’ creators buying quirky Colorado restaurant
LAKEWOOD, Colo. (AP) — The creators of the irreverent animated television series “South Park” are buying Casa Bonita, a quirky restaurant in suburban Denver that…
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Jeeps group raises more than $4,500 for Two Mile improvements
By STACEY GROSS Staff writer The Oil Valley Jeeps presented a check for $4,569.71 to Two Mile Run County Park’s capital improvement fund on Wednesday….
State Game Commission says it’s OK to feed birds again
From staff reports With decreasing reports of sick and dead wild birds, the Pennsylvania Game Commission is lifting the recommendation to cease feeding birds. Much…
Fred may regain tropical storm strength as it nears Florida
HAVANA (AP) — Tropical depression Fred was moving along Cuba’s northern coast and could regain tropical storm status as it moves towards the Florida Keys…
Forest Service maxed out as wildfires break across US West
WESTWOOD, Calif. (AP) — The U.S. Forest Service said Friday it’s operating in crisis mode, fully deploying firefighters and maxing out its support system as…
Brewers-Pirates postponed, makeup doubleheader today
PITTSBURGH (AP) — A game scheduled between the Milwaukee Brewers and Pittsburgh Pirates on Friday night was postponed because of rain and will be made…
New Zealand loses its precious ‘Rings’ series to Britain
WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — New Zealand has long been associated with “The Lord of the Rings” but with the filming of a major new…
Pet of the Day 8/13/21
Dante is a bit on the shy side. He is a very sweet boy, he just takes a while to trust and warm up to…
Baked Stuffed Pasta Shells
(Family Features) Family traditions and in-person connections are important parts of gatherings of loved ones, and many of those get-togethers are centered on food. The…
Community Farm Proves Bountiful
As we settle into the long, sultry days of late summer, many of us are enjoying a bumper crop of delicious fruits and veggies from…
Cranberry targets relief money for rent, mortgage assistance
By DILLON PROVENZA Staff writer Cranberry Township will allocate more coronavirus relief money toward rent and mortgage assistance for low to moderate-income households. Township supervisors…
Township to host car cruise, concert
From staff reports Cranberry Township will host a car cruise and free bluegrass concert Saturday, Aug. 21, in Morrison Park. The car, jeep, and motorcycle…
States that had a grip on COVID now seeing a crush of cases
The Associated Press The COVID-19 surge that is sending hospitalizations to all-time highs in parts of the South is also clobbering states like Hawaii and…
LeBlanc hurt, bullpen carries load as Cards edge Pirates 7-6
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Six St. Louis relievers combined to allow three runs in seven innings, Paul DeJong and Lars Nootbaar homered, and the Cardinals hung…
Steelers rally behind Haskins to beat Eagles 24-16
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Dwayne Haskins got advice from his QB coach to play like a jazz player. Smooth. “Jazz is real smooth. The blues. You…
Review: ‘CODA’ welcomes us into a family we may never forget
The Associated Press They say silence is golden. It’s a silly phrase, really, but it takes on an urgent poignancy for three stunning minutes in…
Recent Deaths 8/13/21
Karen Biltz, 72, of Polk, died Aug. 6, 2021. Shirley I. Solinger, 91, of Titusville, died Aug. 9, 2021. For complete obituaries, pick up…
Pet of the Day 8/12/21
Harriott is ready to relax. She had three babies when she came to us, and the mom life was nice, but she’s ready to retire!…
Overnight Apple Cinnamon French Toast Casserole
(Culinary.net) Waking up, no matter how late, can be such a drag. You’re moving slow and cuddled up warm under the blankets. However, your stomach…
OC man facing more than 300 charges for sexual assaults
From staff reports An Oil City man is facing more than 300 charges, including 10 counts of rape, in one case, and several counts in…
United Way to host annual Hair Affair event
From staff reports Students in Venango County school districts can once again receive free haircuts during the United Way of Venango County’s third annual Back…
Census data kicks off effort to reshape US House districts
The Associated Press Redistricting season officially kicks off with the release of detailed population data from the U.S. Census Bureau that will be used to…
Wainwright pitches two-hit shutout, Cards top Pirates 4-0
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Adam Wainwright extended his dominance of Pittsburgh with a complete game, two-hit shutout, and helped himself with a pair of hits as…
Field of Dreams: Inspired by 1989 film, MLB makes Iowa debut
The Associated Press More than three decades after “Field of Dreams” seeped into the country’s cultural consciousness, with a one-year delay caused by the pandemic, one…
‘Jeopardy!’ producer Richards named host; role for Bialik
LOS ANGELES (AP) — After weeks of guest hosts on “Jeopardy!” that included celebrities from TV, sports, and journalism, the daily syndicated quiz show chose…
Recent Deaths 8/12/21
Richard “Ritchie” Allen Bussard died Aug. 5, 2021. Robert K. Heckathorne, Jr., 73, of Oil City, died Aug. 10, 2021. For complete obituaries, pick…
Pet of the Day 8/11/21
Meet Minerva! This lovely lady came to us with her 8 babies a few months ago. She is super affectionate and friendly. She can be…
Grilled Lamb Burgers
(Family Features) When bright, sunny days offer opportunities to take it outside for a celebration or casual weeknight dinner, take advantage of the fresh flavors…
Gardening for Birds
Birds can be found everywhere – parks, lakes, forests, cities, even your own backyard; however, birds are finding our homes less and less appealing. The…
OC man facing rape, other sex assault charges
From staff reports An Oil City man has been accused of raping a 14-year-old girl in Rocky Grove. The girl told police Eric Sharp, 21,…
Franklin honors Beith
By DILLON PROVENZA Staff writer Ronnie Beith, the beloved Franklin events and marketing coordinator, was honored for her tireless work for the city on Sunday….
Senate OKs Dems’ $3.5T budget in latest win for Biden
WASHINGTON (AP) — Democrats pushed a $3.5 trillion framework for bolstering family services, health, and environment programs through the Senate early Wednesday, advancing President Joe…
Wolf tells 25K state health, prison workers: vaccine or test
HARRISBURG (AP) — Some 25,000 employees of Pennsylvania’s prisons and state health care and congregate care facilities have about a month to get vaccinated against…
Happ, Cards bullpen combine on 1-hitter, top Pirates 4-1
PITTSBURGH (AP) — J.A. Happ combined with a trio of relievers on a one-hitter, Tommy Edman and Paul DeJong homered early and the St. Louis…
Music’s brightest stars align for Global Citizen Live shows
NEW YORK (AP) — Will.I.Am of the Black Eyed Peas says joining forces with Global Citizen to help headline its upcoming daylong global concert aimed…
Recent Deaths 8/11/21
Nyall A. Sharrar, 87, of Oil City, died Aug. 9, 2021. Raymond A. Bickel, 83, formerly of Seneca, died Aug. 9, 2021. Belinda “Lindy” “Mimi”…
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Pet of the Day 8/10/21
Say hello to Cersei! She is very affectionate and friendly with everyone she meets. She loves her naps, but she is also pretty playful once…