Students Recognized at VTC
By GILLIAN WHITE Student contributor On Jan. 27, seven Venango Technology Center (VTC) students were awarded the honor of being part of the National Technical…
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Swimming Success
By AUDREY FRAZIER Student contributor Despite the challenges faced due to COVID-19, the Oil City and Cranberry co-op swim team has had an amazing season….
Prohibited weapons, drug possession
Woman facing several theft charges in two cases
From staff reports A Franklin woman is facing theft charges in two different cases. Franklin police said in a criminal complaint that on Feb. 8,…
Venango, Clarion add combined 8 virus cases
From staff reports The state Department of Health on Monday announced a combined eight new cases of COVID-19 were reported from Venango and Clarion counties….
Minimum wage hike all but dead in big COVID relief bill
WASHINGTON (AP) — Democrats’ hopes of including a minimum wage increase in their $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief bill seemed all but dead as the Senate…
Pro teams allowing fans as state eases restrictions
HARRISBURG (AP) — Fans will soon return to pro sports venues whose stands have been empty for a year or more as Pennsylvania on Monday…
Shaq Attack: O’Neal ready to rumble in tag match for AEW
The Associated Press Hack-a-Shaq is coming to All Elite Wrestling. Shaquille O’Neal may again absorb some intentional hits in his tag team match this week….
Recent Deaths 3/2/21
Betty Jean Clark, 86, of Oil City, died Feb. 28, 2021. Nalayah Oliva Rochelle Harris died Feb. 23, 2021. John Schneeberger died Feb. 28, 2021….
Pet of the Day 3/1/21
I once was a Mom and boy am I glad those four kittens flew the coop and aren’t living with me anymore. I mean, I…
Frothy Banana Shake
(Culinary.net) Some mornings can be such a drag and make you feel exhausted. On those days, it looks like everyone is moving slow (especially the…
VFW Participates in Event on C&P Exam Delays
Last Monday, House Veterans’ Affairs Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs Subcommittee Chairwoman Elaine Luria hosted a virtual event on compensation and pension (C&P) exam delays….
Publishers Clearing House scam
Alliance seeks nominations for historic preservation awards
From staff reports The Oil Region Alliance is accepting nominations for its 2021 historic preservation awards. The awards recognize people and projects that preserve the…
Taking a plunge at Two Mile
From staff reports About 50 people dove into freezing waters at Two Mile Run County Park on Saturday for the annual Two Mile Plunge. This…
Democratic voting bill would make biggest changes in decades
WASHINGTON (AP) — As Congress begins debate this week on sweeping voting and ethics legislation, Democrats and Republicans can agree on one thing: If signed…
Islanders blank Penguins 2-0 behind rookie Sorokin
UNIONDALE, N.Y. (AP) — Islanders rookie Ilya Sorokin made 20 saves for his second shutout, and Oliver Wahlstrom and Jean-Gabriel Pageau each scored power-play goals…
‘Nomadland,’ ‘Borat’ win at a socially distant Golden Globes
NEW YORK (AP) — With homebound nominees appearing by remote video and hosts Tina Fey and Amy Poehler on different sides of the country, a…
Recent Deaths 3/1/21
Josephine Blair, 96, of Emlenton, died Feb. 25, 2021. Joshua Lee Flick, 33, of Tionesta, died Feb. 27, 2021. Stanley B. Seybert, of Parker, died…
Manager happy to accommodate big, new tenant
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer The Cranberry Mall, challenged in the past few years with a declining roster of open stores, has a new,…
OC Council hopes pool can open
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer Two popular summertime venues for Oil City got the go-ahead Thursday as city council voted to proceed with preparations…
J&J’s 1-dose shot cleared, giving US 3rd COVID-19 vaccine
WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. is getting a third vaccine to prevent COVID-19, as the Food and Drug Administration on Saturday cleared a Johnson &…
Letang scores late in OT, Penguins beat Islanders 4-3
UNIONDALE, N.Y. (AP) — Kris Letang got his second goal of the game 4:34 into overtime, giving the Pittsburgh Penguins a 4-3 win over the…
At bicoastal Globes on Sunday, ‘Borat’ could triumph
NEW YORK (AP) — When drained of glamour, what’s left of the Golden Globes? That’s one of the biggest questions heading into the 78th annual awards on…
Slide closes Route 322 between Deep Hollow, Bredinsburg
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer A section of Route 322 between Bredinsburg and Deep Hollow roads in Cranberry Township was closed for several hours early…
United Way launches sock and underwear drive
From staff reports The United Way of Venango County has launched a sock and underwear drive for local students. Through the agency’s “School Closet” program,…
Biden surveys Texas weather damage, encourages virus shots
HOUSTON (AP) — President Joe Biden heard firsthand from Texans clobbered by this month’s brutal winter weather on Friday and pledged to stick with them…
House passes $1.9T pandemic bill on near party-line vote
WASHINGTON (AP) — The House approved a $1.9 trillion pandemic relief bill in a win for President Joe Biden, even as top Democrats tried assuring…
As ‘Handmaid’s Tale’ returns, creator sees no end in sight
LOS ANGELES (AP) — As “The Handmaid’s Tale” returns in April for season four, its creator is reluctant to predict when the dystopian drama will…
Recent Deaths 2/27/21
A. Maxine Hawk, 94, of Shippenville, died Feb. 25, 2021. H. Roger Marchinke, 84, of West Palm Beach, Florida, died Feb. 19, 2021. Lori J….
Pet of the Day 2/26/21
Hello, nice person! I’m Henry, the most distinguished gentleman in shop. Who are you? Would you be interested in adopting a dog? That’s amazing! Because…
Caramel Sticky Rolls
(Culinary.net) There are no alarms set and you are cuddled up in bed after a good night’s sleep. It’s late morning and there is nowhere…
How to Welcome a New Puppy to the Family
(Family Features) Introducing a new puppy to your household can bring many rewards. However, getting the hang of things can take some time, especially for…
Rail Trails Offer Unique Connections
Anne Schleiden loves our local rail-trails. After moving to the Chicora area from Cranberry Township more than twenty years ago, Anne settled into the relaxed…
Franklin woman facing endangerment, drug charges
From staff reports A Franklin woman is facing charges for leaving three young girls home alone with drugs and drug paraphernalia in plain view. Franklin…
House to vote on virus bill; arbiter says wage hike a no-go
WASHINGTON (AP) — Democrats are ready to shove a $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief package through the House on Friday, despite a setback that means a…
Wilson scores winner on power play, Capitals beat Penguins
WASHINGTON (AP) — Tom Wilson scored the go-ahead goal on a power play with 7:20 left and the Washington Capitals beat the Pittsburgh Penguins 5-2…
Review: Billie Eilish, unfiltered, in new documentary
The Associated Press If you’re coming to “Billie Eilish: The World’s a Little Blurry” hoping for a primer on the music sensation, you’ve come to…
Pet of the Day 2/25/21
Well hello there, I’m Cassidy! Before I go any further, I must warn you that I have some mild cattitude. I am pretty friendly once…
Sheet Pan Mushroom Fajitas
(Family Features) Between the time it takes to plan healthy meals and the actual minutes spent in the kitchen, it can be easy for some…
Venango, Clarion add new virus cases
From staff reports The state Department of Health on Wednesday announced a combined 21 new cases of COVID-19 were reported from Venango and Clarion counties,…
Venango United Way to distribute 1,400 Easter meals
From staff reports The United Way of Venango County will provide 1,400 households in the county with items to prepare an Easter dinner from 10…
State lawmakers ask feds to waive school test mandate
HARRISBURG (AP) — The chairs of Pennsylvania’s state Senate Education Committee on Wednesday asked the Biden administration to waive this year’s requirement for school standardized…
Athletics trade outfielder Dustin Fowler to Pirates for cash
OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — Two days after being designated for assignment by the Oakland Athletics, outfielder Dustin Fowler was traded Wednesday to the Pittsburgh Pirates…
Marvel’s Wanda has a future, but ‘WandaVision’ fate unclear
LOS ANGELES (AP) — When “WandaVision” wraps its initial run next month on the Disney+ streaming service, Elizabeth Olsen’s Wanda will make her next appearance…
Recent Deaths 2/25/21
K. William “Bill” Bailey, 81, of Cranberry, died Feb. 19, 2021. Richard Barger, 80, of Tylersburg, died Feb. 22, 2021. Pamela Sue Goforth, 64, of…
Pet of the Day 2/24/21
She might be 13 years old, but do not let that cause any hesitation! Slippy, or as we like to call her, “Slippy-meister,” is a…
Mint Brownies
(Culinary.net) How lucky you must be to come across this recipe just in time for St. Patrick’s Day. This one is a twisted combination of…
Woman accused of resisting arrest, having drugs in jail
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer A transient woman is facing charges for resisting arrest in Franklin and then being found with drugs. Franklin police said…
Two Troop 11 Scouts receive Eagle award
From staff reports Boy Scout Troop 11 of Oil City honored two Scouts – Alex Cozad and Jackson Donovan – with their Eagle awards during…