National Fuel projects lower gas supply costs for customers
From staff reports National Fuel Gas Distribution Corp. has submitted its annual purchased gas cost filing as required by the state Public Utility Commission. The…
2022
Revelers throng to New Year’s parties after COVID hiatus
MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — With countdowns and fireworks, revelers in major city centers across the Asia-Pacific region were ushering in the first new year without…
Arrest of suspect in killings ‘a relief’ to Idaho campus
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — The fatal stabbings of four students at the University of Idaho shook the college town of Moscow, a small community nestled…
Benedict XVI, first pope to resign in 600 years, dies at 95
VATICAN CITY (AP) — Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI, the shy German theologian who tried to reawaken Christianity in a secularized Europe but will forever be…
Hughes, Hischier lead Devils past Penguins 4-2
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Jack Hughes had two goals and Nico Hischier added a short-handed goal, helping the New Jersey Devils beat the Pittsburgh Penguins 4-2…
Barbara Walters, news pioneer and ‘The View’ creator, dies
NEW YORK (AP) — Barbara Walters, the intrepid interviewer, anchor and program host who blazed the way as the first woman to become a TV…
Recent Deaths 12/31/22
Leonard L. “Sonny” Hoffman died Dec. 29, 2022. Edith Mae Fox, 69, of Waterford, died Dec. 27, 2022. Frank M. Frazier, 90, of Tylersburg, died…
Cheesy Tortilla Cutouts with Salsa
(Family Features) Red or white, sweet or dry, wine lovers are often entertainers at heart. When inviting guests to share your personal favorites, nothing enhances…
Pet of the Day 12/30/22
Minkah is a friendly girl with a sweet disposition looking for a family of her very own. She seems to do well with other cats…
Plans moving forward for Nature and Art Showcase in Franklin
From staff reports The 7th annual Nature and Art Showcase and Sale will be held inside the Barrow-Civic Theatre lobby in downtown Franklin on Friday…
Trump’s tax returns released after long fight with Congress
The Associated Press Democrats in Congress released six years’ worth of former President Donald Trump’s tax returns on Friday, the culmination of a yearslong effort…
Wolf ends term with strong ratings after tumultuous times
HARRISBURG (AP) — Gov. Tom Wolf will wrap up eight years in office next month, having steered Pennsylvania through unpredictable times when the Democrat made…
Pelé, Brazil’s mighty king of ‘beautiful game,’ has died
SAO PAULO (AP) — Pelé, the Brazilian king of soccer who won a record three World Cups and became one of the most commanding sports…
Recent Deaths 12/30/22
Sarita L. Trojanowski, 73, of Clintonville, died Dec. 28, 2022. Robert A. “Bob” Burt, Sr., 81, of Rimersburg, died Dec. 28, 2022. Roy L. Sliker,…
Hummus-Stuffed Mushrooms
(Family Features) Red or white, sweet or dry, wine lovers are often entertainers at heart. When inviting guests to share your personal favorites, nothing enhances…
Pet of the Day 12/29/22
Angel recently came to us as a stray so we are still getting to know her. Angel is around two years old and has a…
Man charged with endangering his ‘malnourished’ grandson
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer An Irwin Township man is facing a child endangerment charge after his grandson, who has a disability, was found to…
Retired sports editor receives ‘Unsung Hero’ award
From staff reports Penny Weichel, retired longtime sports editor at The Derrick, has received an “Unsung Hero” award from the d9and10sports.com website that focuses on the high…
Vatican: Benedict XVI lucid, stable, but condition ‘serious’
VATICAN CITY (AP) — Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI is lucid, conscious and stable but his condition remains serious, the Vatican said Thursday, a day after…
New year expected to bring more changes to state voting laws
The Associated Press State lawmakers around the country introduced thousands of bills to change the way elections are run after former President Donald Trump falsely…
Walman scores in OT to lift Red Wings past Penguins, 5-4
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Jake Walman scored at 2:13 of overtime and the Detroit Red Wings overcame an early four-goal deficit to beat the Pittsburgh Penguins…
Recent Deaths 12/29/22
Joseph A. “Joe” “Joey” Lehosky, of Eldred, died Dec. 23, 2022. Terrence Allen O’Neil, 72, of Seneca, died Dec. 27, 2022. Terry W. Mong, Sr.,…
Pet of the Day 12/28/22
Frosty was brought to us as a stray so we do not have any history for him. He is about two years old, and very…
Whipped Goat Cheese Salsa Dip
(Family Features) Pairing an easy, delicious appetizer with the perfect wine doesn’t have to be as difficult as it sounds. When you’re ready to elevate…
How to Recycle Christmas Trees
Once Jan. 1 rolls around, you’re probably ready dispose of your Christmas tree. If you purchased a real tree, there are plenty of eco-friendly options…
US Supreme Court keeps asylum limits in place for now
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court is keeping pandemic-era limits on asylum in place for now, dashing hopes of migrants who have been fleeing violence…
With warming, snowbound Buffalo braces to find more dead
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — Buffalo was set to emerge from a deep freeze Wednesday, bringing some relief but also the tragic possibility of finding more…
Pennsylvania certifies election results after recount delay
HARRISBURG (AP) — Pennsylvania’s top elections official fully certified results from the November vote late last week after recount petitions in some counties had delayed…
Barzal, Lee, Bailey lead Islanders past Penguins, 5-1
NEW YORK (AP) — Mathew Barzal and Anders Lee each scored twice, Josh Bailey had a goal and an assist and the New York Islanders…
Recent Deaths 12/28/22
Melissa A. Roxberry , 48, of Oil City, died Dec. 26, 2022. Sherry Mae Shontz Chappel, 86, of Anderson, South Carolina, formerly of Oil City,…
Turkey and Beef Meatballs with Whole-Wheat Spaghetti
(Family Features) Making small changes to focus on your health, like following a healthy eating plan, can make a big difference in protecting your heart….
Pet of the Day 12/27/22
Luna is two years old, and was recently surrendered to us when her owners’ living situation changed and they could no longer keep her. Her…
Last Chance for Congress to Support Veterans this Year
The Senate must pass this critically needed legislation before the end of the 117th Congress. Contact your senators today and tell them to pass H.R….
Kennerdell man to join state police
From staff reports Timothy Hummel, a resident of Kennerdell, is among the 102 cadets who have graduated from the Pennsylvania State Police Academy. Hummel has…
More snow in store for Buffalo after blizzard ‘for the ages’
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — Storm-battered Buffalo braced Tuesday for fresh snow while still striving to recover from an epic blizzard that killed at least 34…
Southwest under scrutiny after wave of storm cancellations
The Associated Press Major U.S. airlines were broadsided by the massive weekend winter storm that swept across large swaths of the country but had largely…
On a new map, Pennsylvania elects most diverse assembly ever
HARRISBURG (AP) — When mapmakers reimagined the boundaries of Pennsylvania’s 253 legislative districts, they did it with an eye on the state’s growing racial and…
Recent Deaths 12/27/22
Taylor Henry Cotton, 83, of Millcreek Township, died Dec. 19, 2022. Jody Shipton, 56, of Shippenville, formerly of Clintonville, died Dec. 23, 2022. Edward L….
Baked Pork Chops with Apple Cranberry Sauce
(Family Features) No matter your motivations, it’s never too late or too early to start focusing on your heart health, and taking steps now can…
Pet of the Day 12/26/22
Tank came back to us because his owner was no longer in a position to care for him. He is three years old, and the…
One dies after crash involving 4 tractor-trailers
From staff reports One person died from injuries suffered in a weather-related crash involving four tractor-trailers on Interstate 80 on Saturday morning, according to Clarion…
Sugarcreek police collect $1,200 in food drive
From staff reports Sugarcreek Borough police, in conjunction with Community Services of Venango County, collected $1,200 worth of non-perishable food items and personal hygiene products…
Extreme cold, travel chaos: Woes from deadly storm continue
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — The deep freeze from a deadly winter storm that walloped much of the United States will continue into the week as…
Steelers honor Franco Harris by rallying past Raiders 13-10
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Mike Tomlin wasn’t ready to go there, with all due respect. Yes, the Pittsburgh Steelers coach understands the symmetry between Saturday night’s…
‘Avatar’ sequel sails to 2nd week atop the box office
LOS ANGELES (AP) — “Avatar: The Way of Water” sailed to the top of the box office in its second weekend, bringing in what studios…
Recent Deaths 12/26/22
Althea Bell (Snyder) Becker, 95, of Brookville, died Dec. 22, 2022. Richard Eugene Ehrhart, Sr., 87, of Oil City, died Dec. 21, 2022. Vernon L….
Cranberry scaling down scope of school renovation projects
By MICHELLE INCIARRANO Contributing writer Cranberry School Board members are looking to scale down the scope of the renovation projects at the school district’s elementary…
Churches to hold special Christmas services
From staff reports Several area churches have planned special services to celebrate the Christmas holiday. Here is a look: Bethel United Methodist, Oil City Christmas…
Slavin scores in OT, streaking Hurricanes beat Penguins 4-3
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Jaccob Slavin scored 23 seconds into overtime to give the Carolina Hurricanes a 4-3 victory over the Pittsburgh Penguins on Thursday night….
Wild winter storm envelops US, snarling Christmas travel
MISSION, Kan. (AP) — A wild winter storm continued to envelop much of the United States on Saturday, bringing blinding blizzards, freezing rain, flooding and…