Unopened Legend of Zelda game from 1987 sells for $870,000
DALLAS (AP) — An unopened copy of Nintendo’s The Legend of Zelda that was made in 1987 has sold at auction for $870,000. Heritage Auctions…
2021
Several OC streets are part of paving project
From staff reports A paving project involving a number of streets in Oil City is currently out to bid. The work will include paving Orange…
Children’s bike rodeo set July 24 in OC
From staff reports A free children’s bicycle rodeo will be held Saturday, July 24, in Oil City to teach children ages 5 to 12 about…
Surging California wildfire prompts Nevada evacuations
BECKWOURTH, Calif. (AP) — A Northern California wildfire exploding through bone-dry timber prompted Nevada authorities to evacuate a border-area community as flames leapt on ridgetops…
End of term in sight, Wolf sets sights on school funding
HARRISBURG (AP) — With just a year and a half left in office, Gov. Tom Wolf’s primary focus will be convincing the Republican-controlled Legislature to…
Mets crush Pirates 13-4 on Lindor grand slam, 10-run sixth
NEW YORK (AP) — Pete Alonso hit a three-run homer and Francisco Lindor clubbed New York’s first grand slam this season during a 10-run sixth…
Pittsburgh museum returns lion attack display to public view
PITTSBURGH (AP) — A Pittsburgh museum has returned to public view a 19th-century diorama that shows lions attacking a camel and its human rider, about…
Recent Deaths 7/10/21
Jeffery V. Knight, 63, of Oil City, died July 8, 2021. James H. Merwin, 83, of New Bethlehem, died July 7, 2021. Betty Mae Ochalek-Flinchbaugh,…
Pet of the Day 7/9/21
Meet Mochi! Mochi is a sweet boy who loves attention and affection. He can be quite the cuddler when he wants to be, but he…
Croissant Chicken Salad Sandwich with Sprouts
(Culinary.net) They might not be the fanciest of foods, but when you eat a filling, protein-packed sandwich, you are usually left satisfied and full of…
‘FuchsFest’ to Highlight ‘Power of Little Changes’
Redevelopment, at its core, is all about change – finding new ways of doing things or utilizing spaces to better serve local needs. Sometimes this…
County leaders keep looking at uses for COVID relief funds
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer Venango County has received the first half of the $9.8 million the county was allocated through the American Rescue Plan….
Several construction projects moving forward in Cranberry
By DILLON PROVENZA Staff writer Construction continues in Cranberry Township as multiple projects were discussed at Thursday’s meeting of the township supervisors. Road supervisor Ted…
Recovery workers vow not to let up in Florida condo collapse
SURFSIDE, Fla. (AP) — Rescue workers now focused on finding remains instead of survivors in the rubble of a Florida condominium collapse vowed Thursday to…
Election audit plan a ‘disgrace to democracy,’ governor says
HARRISBURG (AP) — Gov. Tom Wolf on Thursday said it is a “disgrace to democracy” that a Republican state lawmaker is trying to launch what…
Mets-Pirates rained out, will play doubleheader Saturday
NEW YORK (AP) — A game scheduled for Thursday night between the New York Mets and Pittsburgh Pirates was postponed due to rain and will…
Haddish, Paisley, Snoop Dogg join Discovery’s ‘Shark Week’
NEW YORK (AP) — Deep in the ocean, surrounded by sharks, Tiffany Haddish stayed cool. She drew on her land-based survival skills. “I was as…
Recent Deaths 7/9/21
Jerry Lynn Cooper, 60, of Emlenton, died July 3, 2021. Tom Curry, 70, of Rimersburg, died July 6, 2021. Sandra J. Dehner, 73, of Seneca,…
Pet of the Day 7/8/21
Rubie and Roxie were recently brought to us because their owner was moving. They are really nice girls. Rubie is taking some temporary medication for…
Peanut Butter Chocolate Chickpea Cookie Dip
(Family Features) For many families, the summer months offer a break in routine, and that extra time around the house or gathering with loved ones…
Semi crash shuts down I-80; orange juice spills onto road
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer A crash involving two semi-trucks left one person injured, sent lots of orange juice onto the highway, and closed down…
Sugarcreek council OKs Second Amendment sanctuary designation
By STACEY GROSS Staff writer Sugarcreek Borough is now a Second Amendment sanctuary municipality. Mayor Charles McDaniel read a resolution at the borough council’s monthly…
Tropical storm kills 1 in Florida, hurts 10 at Georgia base
SAVANNAH, Ga. (AP) — Tropical Storm Elsa carved a destructive and soaking path up the East Coast after killing at least one person in Florida…
Almonte fuels rally as Braves surge past Pirates 14-3
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Abraham Almonte is starting to get the hang of this whole pinch-hitting thing. The Atlanta Braves outfielder delivered a go-ahead, two-run single in the…
Reimagining the ‘scream teen’ genre for a binge generation
The Associated Press It’s not uncommon for Hollywood to stake a bet on a trilogy, or to even film several sequels at once. But it’s…
Recent Deaths 7/8/21
Richard M. Davis, 78, of Chelsea, Mich., formerly of Bradenton, Fla., Belleville, Mich., and Franklin, died June 23, 2021. David E. Karns, 81, of Oil…
BLT Potato Salad
(Family Features) Few moments make summers quite as special as family meals, whether you’re soaking up the sun’s rays on the patio or beating the…
Pet of the Day 7/7/21
Phoenix is a very lovable high-energy girl who recently came to us as a stray. She loves to chase tennis balls and she seems to…
Gardening with Deer
The deer population in Pennsylvania is on the rise. And as land development increases, deer are frequently found in areas densely populated by humans. Deer…
Master Gardener Hotline
Venango County Master Gardener Volunteers are available to answer gardening-related questions through this Blog site , Facebook at “Venango County Master Gardeners,” email at venangomg@psu.edu,…
Franklin man is facing charges for strangling son
From staff reports A Franklin man is facing charges for strangling his son on Monday. Franklin police said in a criminal complaint they were called…
Tropical Storm Elsa weakens, spares Florida of major damage
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — A weakened Tropical Storm Elsa dumped rain across Florida’s Gulf Coast early Wednesday but appears to have spared the state…
Reynolds’ walk-off walk gives Pirates 2-1 win over Braves
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Bryan Reynolds drew a four-pitch walk from Tyler Matzek, forcing in the winning run in the ninth inning and giving the Pittsburgh…
Spike Lee, ‘Annette’ kick off 74th Cannes Film Festival
CANNES, France (AP) — The Cannes Film Festival rolled out the red carpet for the first time in more than two years on Tuesday, launching…
Recent Deaths 7/7/21
John Nikonchik, 91, of Titusville, died July 3, 2021. David P. Zook, 73, of Franklin, died July 4, 2021. George C. Brickner, 77, of Oil…
Pet of the Day 7/6/21
Molly Bea is a super sweet little girl who recently came to us because her owner was moving and couldn’t take her. She is well-mannered,…
Blackened Salmon Sliders with Pickled Beet Relish
(Family Features) Few moments make summers quite as special as family meals, whether you’re soaking up the sun’s rays on the patio or beating the…
Single vehicle crash on Rt 322
2 vehicle crash in Cranberry Twp.
Rural Mental Health Bill Becomes Law
Last Wednesday, the President signed into law VFW-supported S.1468, the Sgt. Ketchum Rural Veterans Mental Health Act of 2021. Sgt. Brandon Ketchum served in the…
Elsa’s heavy rain won’t stop Florida condo collapse search
SURFSIDE, Fla. (AP) — A ramped-up rescue effort at the collapsed condo building faced new threats from the weather as Tropical Storm Elsa began lashing…
Gamel hits 2 HRs, drives in 6 runs; Pirates rip Braves 11-1
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Ben Gamel and Chase De Jong have spent five-plus years bouncing around the major leagues in search of a home. Maybe they’ll…
For Johansson, fans, ‘Black Widow’ is a decade in the making
The Associated Press Scarlett Johansson has had quite a bit of time to think about a “ Black Widow ” movie. After all, she’s played the character…
Recent Deaths 7/6/21
Brian Keith Battin, 58, of Oil City, died July 4, 2021. Robert “Bob” Pugh, 78, of Parker, died July 3, 2021. Ella Mae VanZandt, 61,…
Manager says Days Inn will open by Heritage Festival
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer The Days Inn in Oil City will be open by the Oil Heritage Festival later this month, the hotel’s general…
Memory of Franklin Marine honored at fundraising walk
By DILLON PROVENZA Staff writer A memorial ruck walk honoring a Marine from Franklin was held Friday morning in the city to raise awareness for…
6 months after Capitol assault, corporate pledges fall flat
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — As shockwaves spread across the country from the Jan. 6 insurrection at the U.S. Capitol, corporate America took a stand against…
Narváez, García, Peterson lead Brewers to 11th straight win
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Omar Narváez had five hits, Avisaíl García drove in five runs and Jace Peterson added four RBIs as the Milwaukee Brewers rolled…
H.E.R. among artists educating kids on civics in new series
NEW YORK (AP) — In addition to making great music, H.E.R. wants to be an active citizen who empowers young people with information. The Grammy-…
Cosmetology instructor thrilled with student’s national honor
By STACEY GROSS Staff writer Kristen Deets, the cosmetology instructor at Crawford County Career and Technical Center, has a national champion on her hands. Deets…