Redrawn districts inject uncertainty in legislative contests
HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Democrats in Pennsylvania who have long blamed their party’s legislative minorities on Republican gerrymandering will find out in November whether friendlier…
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Zelenskyy aide: Ukraine needs funds, expand Russia sanctions
BERLIN (AP) — In addition to the human cost of the war, Ukraine’s efforts to defend itself from Russia are placing a severe financial burden…
Pet of the Day 9/21/22
Daisy was rescued, along with the other “wildflower” kittens, from an establishment advertising free kittens. She has been in a foster home and doing really…
Roasted Chateaubriand with Red Wine Gravy and Lemon-Garlic Asparagus
(Family Features) Capturing the magic of the holidays often happens at the dinner table as loved ones toast the season with stunning meals worth celebrating….
Fall is Amongst Us
By KAYLEE MAXWELL Student contributor Fall is quickly approaching. The trees will soon be changing color and losing their leaves. There are many things to…
Cranberry economic panel hopes to improve on expo, but happy with festival
By RANDY BARTLEY Staff writer The Cranberry Economic Development Committee reviewed two events held last week at the mall: the Cranberry Expo and the Cranberry…
Substitute teacher rates come before Grove board
By MAKAYLA KEATING Staff writer Valley Grove School Board members met Monday for their monthly work session after an open house and meet the teams…
Putin sets partial military call-up, won’t ‘bluff’ on nukes
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered a partial mobilization of reservists in Russia on Wednesday, risking a deeply unpopular step that follows…
Fiona strengthens into Category 4 storm, heads to Bermuda
CAYEY, Puerto Rico (AP) — Hurricane Fiona strengthened into a Category 4 storm Wednesday after devastating Puerto Rico, then lashing the Dominican Republic and the…
Judge’s 60th homer sparks 5-run 9th, Yanks stun Pirates 9-8
NEW YORK (AP) — Aaron Judge sent a sinker soaring into the left-field bleachers, another of his no-doubt drives, and circled the bases for the…
Review: Is ‘Don’t Worry Darling’ worth all the drama?
The Associated Press Somewhere around when TikTok videos were analyzing, with the intensity of the Zapruder film, whether spit flew at the Venice Film Festival…
Recent Deaths 9/21/22
James R. Barnes, 83, of Franklin, died Sept. 19, 2022. Ann M. Moodie, 95, of Franklin, died Sept. 9, 2022. Carmella (DeSanto) Dunkerley, 86, formerly…
The Beginning of the School Year For Oil City High School
By ALEXANDRIA POWER Student contributor The first few weeks of school have opened a new chapter in the lives of students at Oil City High…
Emlenton man accused of choking, assaulting woman
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer An Emlenton man is in jail for choking and assaulting his wife. Franklin state police said in a criminal complaint…
Little Free Library can be found on hospital grounds
A Little Free Library was dedicated on the UPMC Northwest campus on Monday. Standing near the library bookcase are, from left, Tammy Carr and Jonathan…
UN chief warns global leaders: The world is in ‘great peril’
UNITED NATIONS (AP) — In an alarming assessment, U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres told world leaders Tuesday that nations are “gridlocked in colossal global dysfunction” and…
Fiona brings hurricane winds to Turks and Caicos Islands
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — Hurricane Fiona raked the Turks and Caicos Islands on Tuesday as a Category 3 storm after devastating Puerto Rico….
Congress eyes strongest response yet to Jan. 6 attack
WASHINGTON (AP) — House Democrats are voting this week on changes to a 19th century law for certifying presidential elections, their strongest legislative response yet…
April trial set for man charged in synagogue massacre
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The long-delayed capital murder trial of Robert Bowers in the 2018 Pittsburgh synagogue massacre will begin in April, a federal judge has…
Recent Deaths 9/20/22
Lester “Champ” G. Graham, Jr., 71, of Polk, died Sept. 17, 2022. Donald R. Wightman, 85, of Franklin, died Sept. 16, 2022. Brandy L. McKinney,…
No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Cheesecake
(Family Features) Flavorful desserts are a staple of the holidays and the exciting, appetizing allure of new recipes can help elevate seasonal gatherings and create…
Pet of the Day 9/19/22
Buttercup was rescued, along with the other “wildflower” kittens, from an establishment advertising free kittens. He has been in a foster home and doing really…
VFW Fall Legislative Conference
The VFW National Legislative Committee members met with senators, representatives, and staffers in Washington, D.C., to discuss the VFW’s legislative priorities and to thank them…
Police: Multiple deaths occur at site of fire in Mercer County
From staff reports Mercer state police said multiple undetermined fatalities were discovered at a residence that was fully engulfed in flames in the 600 block…
Nurses memorial event set Wednesday in OC
From staff reports The combined Mu Xi chapter of the Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing will honor the nursing contributions of local…
Queen Elizabeth II mourned at funeral by Britain and world
LONDON (AP) — Britain and the world said a final goodbye to Queen Elizabeth II at a state funeral Monday that drew presidents and kings,…
Fiona slams Dominican Republic after pounding Puerto Rico
HAVANA (AP) — Hurricane Fiona roared over the Dominican Republic on Monday after knocking out power across all of Puerto Rico, causing damage the governor…
DeGrom fans 13 over 5 innings, Mets sweep Pirates
NEW YORK (AP) — Jacob deGrom struck out 13 — the most for a Mets pitcher who threw five innings or fewer— but didn’t factor…
Patriots rely on defense to edge Watt-less Steelers 17-14
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The New England Patriots don’t panic. It doesn’t matter the year, the opponent or even the quarterback. A sometimes lifeless loss to…
‘The Woman King’ takes North American box office throne
The Associated Press The Viola Davis-led action epic “ The Woman King ” easily conquered the North American box office in its first weekend in…
Recent Deaths 9/19/22
Doris L. Goodman, 62, of Rimersburg, died Sept. 14, 2022. Linda F. Silvis, 55, of Seneca, died Sept. 18, 2022. Clayton Eugene Rhodes, 91, of…
Drop box removal criticized at election board meeting
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer A long, contentious discussion about removing the ballot drop box from near the entrance to the Courthouse Annex in Franklin…
Coffee shop to open in former site of Spilling the Beans
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer The owners of a new coffee shop in Oil City have their sights set on soon opening their business in…
Voter challenges, records requests swamp election offices
The Associated Press Spurred by conspiracy theories about the 2020 presidential election, activists around the country are using laws that allow people to challenge a…
Escobar hits 3-run homer, Bassitt pitches Mets past Pirates
NEW YORK (AP) — Eduardo Escobar hit an early three-run homer, Chris Bassitt pitched six shutout innings for his 14th win and the New York…
Review: Ana de Armas digs deep as Marilyn in brutal ‘Blonde’
The Associated Press What a dream it must be to be Marilyn Monroe, a starstruck assistant tells her. “Everyone would give their right arm to…
Police seek theft suspect
From staff reports Franklin state police said they are searching for a theft suspect who is accused of leaving Walmart in Cranberry Township with items…
OC man accused of intimidating woman
From staff reports An Oil City man is facing charges for intimidating a woman who spoke to police in connection with another criminal matter. Oil…
Pressure on Russian forces mounts after Ukraine’s advances
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Western defense officials and analysts on Saturday said they believed the Russian forces were setting up a new defensive line in…
Walker, Vogelbach lead Mets over Pirates 4-3 for 91st win
NEW YORK (AP) — Taijuan Walker won back-to-back starts for the first time in two months, Daniel Vogelbach homered against his former team and the…
‘The Phantom of the Opera’ to close on Broadway next year
NEW YORK (AP) — “The Phantom of the Opera” — Broadway’s longest-running show — is scheduled to close in February 2023, the biggest victim yet…
Recent Deaths 9/17/22
Walter Gerald “Gerry” Miller, 93, died Sept. 11, 2022. James Bruce McGinnis, 88, of Oil City, died Sept. 15, 2022., Joseph R. Neeley Sr., 80,…
Pet of the Day 9/16/22
Lily was rescued, along with the other “wildflower” kittens from an establishment advertising free kittens. She has been in a foster home and doing really…
Brulee Pumpkin Pie
(Family Features) Flavorful desserts are a staple of the holidays and the exciting, appetizing allure of new recipes can help elevate seasonal gatherings and create…
Oil City Uncorked fall wine walk set Sept. 23
From staff reports Tickets are on sale for the “Oil City Uncorked” fall wine walk scheduled from 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 23, in…
Monte Carlo Trail Ride set Oct. 1 at Two Mile
From staff reports The National Horse Lovers Association’s popular Monte Carlo Trail Ride will return Saturday, Oct. 1, at the Lockwood horse camp at Two…
Treasury recommends exploring creation of a digital dollar
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Biden administration is moving one step closer to developing a central bank digital currency, known as the digital dollar, saying it…
Lindor, Carrasco shine on Clemente Day, Mets beat Bucs 7-1
NEW YORK (AP) — As far as Francisco Lindor and Carlos Carrasco were concerned, there was no better way to honor Roberto Clemente than playing…
Review: A classic battle epic in ‘The Woman King’
The Associated Press Viola Davis should have been leading armies this whole time. In “ The Woman King,” the always regal Oscar-winner is a mass of…
Recent Deaths 9/16/22
Steven James Rembold, 52, of Oil City, died Sept. 14, 2022. James Bruce McGinnis, 88, of Oil City, died Sept. 15, 2022. For complete…