Recent Deaths 6/24/22
Patricia E. “Patty” Russell, 89, of Emlenton, died June 22, 2022. Mary R. Strawbridge, 85, of Oil City, died June 21, 2022. Michel R. Horrobin…
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Pet of the Day 6/23/22
Trax is a cautious boy looking for a quieter home to call his own. He is very sweet once he is comfortable with you but…
Watermelon Ice Cream Bars
(Family Features) Whether your family’s ideal summer day consists of swimming, hiking, biking or simply enjoying the sunshine, all that time in the heat calls…
Supreme Court expands gun rights, striking New York limits
WASHINGTON (AP) — In a major expansion of gun rights, the Supreme Court said Thursday that Americans have a right to carry firearms in public…
1/6 panel to hear of Trump’s pressure on Justice Department
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Jan. 6 committee will hear from former Justice Department officials who faced down a relentless pressure campaign from Donald Trump over…
Russians focus firepower to seize 2 villages in east Ukraine
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — The Russian military expanded its grab of territory in eastern Ukraine on Thursday, capturing two villages and vying for control of…
Rivas slam, Happ and Wisdom homer, Cubs rout Pirates 14-5
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Ian Happ and Patrick Wisdom hit two-run homers early and Alfonso Rivas added a grand slam off a position player late as…
Review: Thriller ‘The Black Phone’ is captivating, really
The Associated Press Phones in serial killer movies are usually used by the deranged hunters to taunt the police or carefully tell victims how they’ll…
Recent Deaths 6/23/22
Kevin Leigh Porter, 66, of Rocky Grove, died June 21, 2022. Russell J. Smerkar, 75, of Lake Lucy, died June 21, 2022. For complete…
Pet of the Day 6/22/22
Sage is a very friendly feline looking for his forever family to entertain. He loves to play and enjoys attention as long as it doesn’t…
Beef and Quinoa Meatballs Recipe
(Family Features) Whether it’s long days at the office, calendars full of social commitments or evenings spent enjoying your little ones’ extracurricular activities, it’s easy…
Economic meeting focuses on progress at 100 Seneca
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer Work at 100 Seneca in downtown Oil City was again a main point of discussion during Tuesday’s monthly meeting of…
Top Texas cop: Uvalde police response was ‘abject failure’
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — The head of the Texas state police pronounced the law enforcement response to the Uvalde school shooting an “abject failure,” telling…
GOP lawmakers block assault-style gun ban for those under 21
HARRISBURG (AP) — State House Republicans blocked a proposal to prevent those ages 18 to 21 from possessing assault-style rifles on Tuesday by completely changing…
Rookies Madris, Contreras lead Pirates to 7-1 win over Cubs
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Bligh Madris hit his first major league home run and fellow rookie Roansy Contreras pitched five solid innings to lead the Pittsburgh…
Review: A big heart and one googly eye in ‘Marcel the Shell’
The Associated Press It’s boom times for googly eyes. Within months of “Everything Everywhere All at Once,” the metaphysical sci-fi comedy whose panoply of metaverses memorably included…
Recent Deaths 6/22/22
Samuel Thomas Frantz, Jr., 55, of Kennerdell, died June 18, 2022. Arline J. Lang, 85, of Franklin, died June 17, 2022. Paul Hale, 88, of…
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Pet of the Day 6/21/22
Basil is a spunky little guy who is sure to keep you entertained as he grows up. He is very playful and loves attention. He…
Baja Fish Taco Bowls Recipe
(Family Features) Whether it’s long days at the office, calendars full of social commitments or evenings spent enjoying your little ones’ extracurricular activities, it’s easy…
Parent offers OC board option for alternative sexuality curriculum
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer Oil City School Board members were asked Monday to consider an alternative curriculum to several lessons on sexuality and sexual…
Oil City Fire Department training
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer Several Oil City firefighters were training in firefighter survival Monday at a home on Petroleum Street across from the YMCA….
Biden says decision on gas tax holiday may come this week
REHOBOTH BEACH, Del. (AP) — President Joe Biden said Monday that he will decide by the end of the week whether he would support a…
1/6 panel to hear from Raffensperger, others Trump pushed
WASHINGTON (AP) — The House 1/6 committee is set to hear from the caretakers of American democracy — elections workers and local officials — who…
Newly promoted Cruz, Madris spark Pirates, rout Cubs 12-1
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Newly promoted Oneil Cruz drove in four runs and Bligh Madris got three hits in his major league debut, sparking the Pittsburgh…
Recent Deaths 6/21/22
Dona G. Dennis, 87, of Harrisville, died June 18, 2022. Grace Eleanor Remaley, 95, of Cranberry, died June 18, 2022. David Roger Varner, 28, of…
Pet of the Day 6/20/22
Toffee is a shy girl, but she has lots of love and affection to give you once she is comfortable. She is pretty laid back…
American Potato Salad
American Potato Salad Yield: 6 to 8 servings 3 pounds red potatoes (10 medium), scrubbed and cut into 3/4-inch chunks 1/2 cup red wine vinegar…
Senate Passes The Pact Act
The newly titled Sergeant First Class Heath Robinson Honoring our Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics Act of 2022, known as the Honoring our PACT Act,…
Jan. 6 committee setting its sights on Pence, Ginni Thomas
WASHINGTON (AP) — Members of the House committee investigating the Capitol riot said Sunday they may subpoena former Vice President Mike Pence and are waiting…
Suwinski hits 3rd HR in bottom 9th, lifts Bucs over Giants
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Jack Suwinski hit his third homer of the game in the ninth inning, giving the Pittsburgh Pirates a 4-3, walk-off victory over…
‘Lightyear’ stays earthbound, ‘Jurassic World’ holds No. 1
The Associated Press “Lightyear” did not go to infinity (or beyond) in its first weekend in theaters: Pixar’s first major theatrical release since March 2020…
Recent Deaths 6/20/22
Clayton W. Price, 41, of Titusville, died June 15, 2022. Mary Ellen Leavy, 85, of Clarion, formerly of Turkey City, died June 16, 2022. …
Work on Franklin mural project in final stages
By MAKAYLA KEATING Staff writer Franklin School District students spent the last several weeks of the school year preparing a mural to hang in Franklin’s…
Local Eagle Scout earned 138 merit badges on his journey
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer An Eagle Scout with Troop 28 in Rocky Grove earned all the merit badges offered by the Boy Scouts earlier…
Yellowstone flooding rebuild could take years, cost billions
The Associated Press Created in 1872 as the United States was recovering from the Civil War, Yellowstone was the first of the national parks that…
US opens COVID vaccine to little kids; shots begin this week
NEW YORK (AP) — The U.S. on Saturday opened COVID-19 vaccines to infants, toddlers and preschoolers. The shots will become available this week, expanding the…
Crawford, Giants pounce on shaky Pirates bullpen in 7-5 win
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The San Francisco Giants don’t overwhelm with their bats. Or their pitching. Or their defense. Their margin of error isn’t quite as…
Man sentenced for role in meth distribution in area
From staff reports A Tidioute man has been sentenced in federal court for distributing methamphetamine in western Pennsylvania, including Venango County, United States Attorney Cindy…
Jolly July 3rd fireworks collection
Oil City fire captain John Rodgers, firefighter John Horn and captain Eric McFadden (from left) were among the Oil City Fire Department members collecting donations…
Ukraine gets possible path to EU, aid pledges from Britain
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — The European Union’s executive arm recommended putting Ukraine on a path to membership Friday, a symbolic boost for a country fending…
Rodón dominates as surging Giants top reeling Pirates 2-0
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Carlos Rodón walked off the mound and into the San Francisco Giants dugout after eight nearly spotless innings against the Pittsburgh Pirates…
‘Cha Cha Real Smooth’ finds heart in mom-daughter connection
The Associated Press “Cha Cha Real Smooth,” at least on paper, might sound a little familiar. The sophomore feature of filmmaker Cooper Raiff is about…
Recent Deaths 6/18/22
Leo Joseph “Bud” Strickenberger, formerly of Oil City and Reno, died June 15, 2022. Ruth Jean Allmendinger Klein, 83, of Knox, died June 15, 2022….
Pet of the Day 6/17/22
Blossom is a very friendly girl looking for her forever family. She is very affectionate and loves head scratches and lots of pets. Blossom is…
Classic Turkey and Swiss
(StatePoint) Sandwiches reign supreme as one of America’s favorite meals – 47% of Americans eat a sandwich daily, according to a survey conducted by French’s….
2 OC men facing drug charges after Postal Service action
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer Two Oil City men are facing charges for receiving illegal drugs through the mail. Oil City police said in a…
St. Stephen rectory coming down
Work began Tuesday on the demolition of the former St. Stephen rectory on Reed Street. The offices for St. Joseph Parish, which encompasses St. Joseph…
Panel sharpens focus on Trump’s ‘crazy’ Jan. 6 plan
WASHINGTON (AP) — Donald Trump’s extraordinary effort to overturn his 2020 election defeat came into ever-clearer focus Thursday, with testimony describing his pressuring Vice President…
FDA authorizes 1st COVID-19 shots for infants, preschoolers
The Associated Press U.S. regulators on Friday authorized the first COVID-19 shots for infants and preschoolers, paving the way for vaccinations to begin next week….