Oil City Elks donates to library
The Oil City Elks presented the Oil Region Library Association with $2,500 for the library’s Books on Wheels program. Pictured are Elks exalted ruler John…
February 2023
Biden: Putin’s suspension of US arms treaty ‘big mistake’
WARSAW, Poland (AP) — President Joe Biden said Wednesday that Russian President Vladimir Putin made a “big mistake” by suspending his country’s participation in the…
EPA orders Norfolk Southern to clean up toxic derailment
EAST PALESTINE, Ohio (AP) — The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency ordered Norfolk Southern on Tuesday to pay for the cleanup of the East Palestine, Ohio,…
McCarthy gives Carlson access to 1/6 footage, raising alarms
WASHINGTON (AP) — Thousands of hours of surveillance footage from the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol are being made available to Fox…
‘Cocaine Bear’ is here to strike a blow to staid Hollywood
NEW YORK (AP) — On Dec. 22, 1985, The Associated Press reported the following from Blue Ridge, Georgia: “Investigators searching for cocaine dropped by an…
Recent Deaths 2/22/23
Jerry McMurdy, 82, of Harrisville, died Feb. 16, 2023. Sharon Joanne Kunselman, 61, of Mayport, died Feb. 11, 2023. William E. “Bill” Matesich, 85, of…
Minty Shake
(Culinary.net) St. Patrick’s Day may call to mind hearty meals and pots o’ gold, but that doesn’t mean sweets can’t be part of the equation,…
Pet of the Day 2/21/23
Meet Valerie, a calm and gentle girl who loves nothing more than to curl up in a sunny spot for a nap. With her soft…
Independent Budget Released
Leading veterans service organizations (VSOs) –– Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW), DAV (Disabled American Veterans), and Paralyzed Veterans of America (PVA) –– have released The…
UPMC Northwest to host virtual better breathing clinic
From staff reports UPMC Northwest is sponsoring a better breathing clinic for people who often have trouble breathing or who have chronic lung conditions such…
Astronomical Society to hold virtual public night
From staff reports The Oil Region Astronomical Society will host a virtual public night, including a presentation on stars by Society president Dean Miskovich, at…
Putin ups tensions over Ukraine, suspending START nuke pact
The Associated Press Russian President Vladimir Putin suspended Moscow’s participation in the last remaining nuclear arms control pact with the U.S., announcing the move Tuesday…
Islanders rally in the third for 4-2 win over Penguins
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The New York Islanders are running out of healthy bodies. They’re not running out of ways to stun the Pittsburgh Penguins. Bo…
Critics reject changes to Roald Dahl books as censorship
LONDON (AP) — Critics are accusing the British publisher of Roald Dahl’s classic children’s books of censorship after it removed colorful language from works such…
Recent Deaths 2/21/23
Lois Marie Miller, 96, of Strattanville, died Feb. 16, 2023. Susan (Soborowski) Hanna, 60, of Oil City, died Feb. 19, 2023. Betty Shriver, 91, of…
Pet of the Day 2/20/23
Meet Trail Babe! Trail Babe is a friendly and vocal feline who loves to communicate with her human friends. With her soft, plush fur and…
Sweetpotato Power Salad
(Family Features) Bright, beautiful spring days often call for fresh, delicious meals that give you energy to enjoy the great outdoors. Whether you’re hitting the…
Women charged after being passed out in vehicle with child
By HELEN FIELDING Staff writer Two Oil City women are facing drug and child endangerment charges after they were found passed out in a vehicle…
Cole McMahon Award recipient announced
From staff reports Justen Dunkle, a junior at Oil City High School, has been selected as the recipient of the annual Cole McMahon “Heart of…
Record 6,542 guns intercepted at US airport security in 2022
ATLANTA (AP) — The woman flying out of Philadelphia’s airport last year remembered to pack snacks, prescription medicine and a cellphone in her handbag. But…
Trump absent as Iowa 2024 GOP caucus train begins to roll
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (AP) — Nikki Haley is swinging through Iowa this week fresh off announcing her presidential campaign. Her fellow South Carolinian Republican, Sen….
Biden declares ‘Kyiv stands’ in surprise visit to Ukraine
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — President Joe Biden paid an unannounced visit to Ukraine on Monday to meet with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in a defiant display…
Ant-Man opens big at box office with $104M for ‘Quantumania’
NEW YORK (AP) — Phase five of the Marvel Cinematic Universe may have gotten off to a rocky start, but Ant-Man is bigger than ever…
Recent Deaths 2/20/23
Arthur “Bud” Harman died Feb. 16, 2023. Albert “Al” A. Jacks, 87, of Clarion, died Feb. 16, 2023. Alice Marie Askins, 91, of Rocky Grove,…
Employers still facing hurdles, but signs show an upward trend
By HELEN FIELDING Staff writer COVID-19 has resulted in an unusual job market as it seems that windows in every business reveal a “now hiring”…
Franklin General Authority moving ahead on projects
By HELEN FIELDING Staff writer The Franklin General Authority has been pushing ahead on several new projects over the last few months, including assembling a…
N. Korea makes fresh threats, US bombers fly after ICBM test
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — North Korea said Sunday its latest intercontinental ballistic missile test was meant to further bolster its “fatal” nuclear attack capacity…
Jimmy Carter, 39th US president, enters hospice care at home
ATLANTA (AP) — Former President Jimmy Carter, who at 98 years old is the longest-lived American president, has entered home hospice care in Plains, Georgia,…
Nico Hischier leads Devils past weary Penguins, 5-2
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The New Jersey Devils spent years staring up at the standings at the Pittsburgh Penguins. Not so much anymore. The young Devils…
OC man facing 244 child pornography charges
From staff reports An Oil City man is facing 244 child pornography charges as well as other charges stemming from his involvement with an underage…
5 Memphis officers plead not guilty in death of Tyre Nichols
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — Five former Memphis police officers pleaded not guilty Friday to second-degree murder and other charges in the violent arrest and death…
Turmoil in courts on gun laws in wake of justices’ ruling
WASHINGTON (AP) — A landmark U.S. Supreme Court decision on the Second Amendment is upending gun laws across the country, dividing judges and sowing confusion…
Parise scores late, Nelson nets 2 as Islanders edge Penguins
NEW YORK (AP) — Zach Parise scored the tiebreaker late in the third period and Brock Nelson added two goals as the New York Islanders…
Everything you need to know about the 2023 Academy Awards
NEW YORK (AP) — Hollywood is gearing up for the 95th Academy Awards, where “Everything Everywhere All at Once” comes in the lead nominee and…
Recent Deaths 2/18/23
James Allen Rex, 55, of Shippenville, died Feb. 17, 2023. Neil S. “Dusty” Kurschinske, 71, of Seneca, died Feb. 17, 2023. Albert “Al” Jacks, Jr.,…
Pet of the Day 2/17/23
Meet Jenny, a sweet and gentle feline who is a bit on the shy side. Jenny is a quiet girl who prefers to observe her…
Mediterranean Tuna Salad
(Family Features) Focusing your menus on health-conscious recipes that look as good as they make you feel is key to making positive lifestyle changes. Adding…
Police say fentanyl mailed to jail; OC man, 5 inmates charged
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer Five inmates at the Venango County jail and an Oil City man are facing charges in a case in which…
Franklin Elks to host Down Syndrome gathering
From staff reports The Franklin Elks Lodge on Buffalo Street is hosting an in-person get-together Saturday for individuals who have been diagnosed with Down Syndrome,…
EPA chief at train derailment site: ‘Trust the government’
EAST PALESTINE, Ohio (AP) — The head of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency got a first-hand look Thursday at the toll left by a freight…
Gov. Shapiro blocks death penalty, calls for repeal
HARRISBURG (AP) — Democratic Gov. Josh Shapiro said Thursday he will not allow Pennsylvania to execute any inmates while he is in office and called…
Review: ‘Emily’ gives new life to the ‘strange’ Brontë sis
The Associated Press That name on the book cover is our first warning bell. Only two minutes into “Emily,” a bold and audacious retelling of Emily Brontë’s…
Recent Deaths 2/17/23
Phyllis L. Davis, 88, of Oil City, died Feb. 15, 2023. Hilton Leroy Buzard, 84, of Shippenville, died Feb. 16, 2023. Philip Eugene Rodgers, 63,…
Endangering welfare of child
Pet of the Day 2/16/23
Meet Melody, the friendly feline! Melody is a domestic long hair cat with a soft and fluffy black and white coat. She has the most…
Salmon Chili Bites
(Family Features) Focusing your menus on health-conscious recipes that look as good as they make you feel is key to making positive lifestyle changes. Adding…
Rocky Grove man accused of striking 3 children in home
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer A Rocky Grove man is facing charges for frequently striking three children who lived in his house and smoking marijuana…
Venango Human Services accepting award nominations
From staff reports Venango County Human Services is accepting nominations for the agency’s annual service awards. Service providers and community members who make a difference…
White supremacist gets life in prison for Buffalo massacre
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — A white supremacist who killed 10 Black people at a Buffalo supermarket was sentenced to life in prison without parole Wednesday…
Parts of Georgia special grand jury report to be released
ATLANTA (AP) — The public on Thursday will see portions of a report by a special grand jury that investigated whether then-President Donald Trump and…