Pet of the Day 5/31/23
Athena was brought to us with her mom, Baby, when their owners could no longer care for them. Athena is about 3 years old, 50…
May 2023
Citrus, Mango and Pineapple Salsa
(Culinary.net) It’s time to kick off summer with a bang. With exciting summer events like baseball, sunbathing and barbecues filling social calendars, comes a whole…
When to Plant Vegetables in Pennsylvania
Because Pennsylvania includes three U.S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones and their subzones, the times for planting vegetables vary considerably from Philadelphia, which is…
Franklin woman charged with hindering arrest
From staff reports A Franklin woman is facing charges of hindering apprehension and providing false identification to law enforcement. The Venango County Sheriff’s Office said…
Annual Greenways Awards recipients announced
From staff reports David Galbreath, of Lucinda; nonprofit Northwest Pennsylvania Mobility Alliance Inc.; and Hydetown Borough will receive awards at the 2023 Greenways Awards Ceremony…
Trump’s legal team, Manhattan prosecutors spar over where he will stand trial
NEW YORK (AP) — Ten months before Donald Trump is scheduled to stand trial in his historic New York City criminal case, Manhattan prosecutors are…
Lawyers for Pittsburgh synagogue defendant admit he carried out deadliest US antisemitic attack
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Robert Bowers carried out the deadliest antisemitic attack in U.S. history when he killed 11 people and injured seven others by storming…
Joe homers against former team as Pirates beat San Francisco 2-1
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Connor Joe homered against his former team and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat San Francisco 2-1 on Tuesday night to snap a…
Recent Deaths 5/31/23
Gale E. “Butch” Bittinger, 80, of Garner, NC, formerly of northern Butler County, died May 26, 2023. Nancy Jean (Dougherty) Brocious, 86, formerly of New…
VFW Participates in Memorial Day Events
VFW National Commander Tim Borland participated in commemoration events in and around Washington, D.C., during Memorial Day weekend. On Sunday, Borland visited USAA’s Poppy Wall…
Pet of the Day 5/30/23
Sweet Baby was brought to us with her daughter, Athena, when her owners could no longer care for her. She is four years old, 53…
Asparagus, Bacon and Egg Salad
(Family Features) Nothing makes family time special quite like a homemade meal, especially one made with locally sourced ingredients that are as fresh and flavorful…
Oil Region bike race draws hundreds of participants
By DYLAN LUX Contributing writer The Roughneck Gravel Roubaix, an all-terrain bicycle race honoring the Oil Region with its paths named after historic people and…
High-speed fun at Two Mile
Warm weather and the excitement of outboard boats hitting top speeds on Justus Lake made it a great weekend to take in the Two Mile…
Crucial days ahead as debt ceiling deal goes for vote
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden says he “feels good” about the debt ceiling and budget deal negotiated with House Speaker Kevin McCarthy as the…
Pirates’ Suwinski joins Bonds with 2 McCovey Cove homers in game
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Pittsburgh’s Jack Suwinski hit two home runs into San Francisco Bay on Monday during a 14-4 loss to San Francisco on…
Trial for accused gunman in Pittsburgh synagogue massacre slated to start
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The federal jury trial of the suspect in the nation’s deadliest antisemitic attack is scheduled to get underway Tuesday morning, four and…
‘The Little Mermaid’ makes box office splash with $95.5 million opening
LOS ANGELES (AP) — “ The Little Mermaid ” made moviegoers want to be under the sea on Memorial Day weekend. Disney’s live-action remake of…
Recent Deaths 5/30/23
Patricia Ann (Beichner) Farley, 86, of Jefferson, MD, formerly of Bethel Park, Oil City and Van, died April 24, 2023. Michele “Shelly” Goodman, 47, of…
Oil City woman fatally shot
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer An Oil City man is facing a homicide charge in the death of an Oil City woman. Venango County Coroner…
Solemn holiday memorial services planned in region
From staff reports Memorial Day observances and solemn services will be held across the area over the extended holiday weekend. Here is a rundown of…
Biden, GOP reach debt-ceiling deal, now Congress must approve it
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy reached an “agreement in principle” to raise the nation’s legal debt ceiling, but now…
Castillo strikes out 10 as Mariners beat Pirates 5-0
Castillo strikes out 10 as Mariners beat Pirates 5-0 SEATTLE (AP) — Luis Castillo struck out 10 in six crisp innings, and the Seattle Mariners…
Local Examples of Adaptive Reuse
Last week, we looked at the concept of adaptive reuse in redevelopment. This week, let’s look at some real-world examples of adaptive reuse and how…
Man accused of taking child from apartment
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer A Franklin man is facing charges after being accused of breaking into a woman’s apartment in Franklin and taking their…
Oil City YWCA playground program to begin June 12
From staff reports The Oil City YWCA is hosting the Oil City area’s annual summer playground program that will run from June 12 to July…
Oil City schedules street sweeping
From staff reports Here is the Oil City street sweeping schedule for the coming week: Tuesday: Gay Street, Cornplanter Avenue, Glenview Avenue Wednesday: Oak Grove…
2 more Oath Keepers sentenced to prison terms for Jan. 6 Capitol attack
WASHINGTON (AP) — Two Army veterans who stormed the U.S. Capitol in a military-style formation with fellow members of the Oath Keepers were sentenced Friday…
Biden says debt deal ‘very close’ even as two sides far apart on work requirements
WASHINGTON (AP) — Work requirements for federal food aid recipients have emerged as a final sticking point in negotiations over the looming debt crisis, even…
McCutchen sparks record-tying home run barrage as Pirates sink Mariners 11-6
SEATTLE (AP) — It took one batter and two pitches for the Pittsburgh Pirates’ plan of attack against talented young righty George Kirby to go…
Recent Deaths 5/27/23
Joyce E. Daugherty, 68, of Rockland, died May 26, 2023. Clark McFall, 85, of Sarasota, Florida, formerly of Oil City, died May 23, 2023. Hazel…
Pet of the Day 5/26/23
Athena was brought to us with her mom, Baby, when their owners could no longer care for them. Athena is about 3 years old, 50…
Yellowfin Tuna and Artichoke Pasta
(Family Features) If you and your loved ones yearn for new, stimulating experiences to feel connected to the outdoors, look no further than enjoying mealtime…
Franklin man accused of prowling on Old Mercer Road property
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer A Franklin man is facing charges of prowling around a property on Old Mercer Road in Sandycreek Township and attempting…
More than 300 local veterans have died in past year
From staff reports The following is a list of veterans from Venango, Clarion and Forest counties who have passed away since Memorial Day 2022. VENANGO…
GOP field in state Senate race still wide open as Mastriano says he won’t run
HARRISBURG (AP) — A hard-right Pennsylvania state lawmaker said Thursday night that he will not challenge Democratic Sen. Bob Casey, leaving the GOP field wide…
Biden, McCarthy narrow in on budget deal to lift debt ceiling
WASHINGTON (AP) — Days from a deadline, President Joe Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy are narrowing in on a two-year budget deal aiming to…
Review: ‘About My Father’ is a messy rom-com with De Niro as bait
The Associated Press If you were to resurrect the tired storyline of a young couple having to meet their partners’ parents and were looking around…
Recent Deaths 5/26/23
Wanda J. Henderson, 78, of Knox, died May 22, 2023. Judy P. Grimm, 82, of Shippenville, died May 24, 2023. April M. Dunkle, 40, of…
Pet of the Day 5/25/23
Meet Bean, the fun-loving, and playful bulldog mix. Her previous owners told us that she does not like cats, and can be picky about her…
Bacon Banana Bread
(Family Features) Warmer spring weather makes the season a perfect time for families to enjoy brunch together. From classic combinations like bacon and eggs to…
Man charged in theft of rifles from Rural King
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer An 18-year-old Pittsburgh man has been charged in a recent burglary and the theft of two AK-47 style rifles from…
French Creek Council to host annual Memorial Day Pow Wow
From staff reports The French Creek Council of The Boy Scouts of America Order of the Arrow Langundowi Lodge will host the 48th Annual De…
Trump, DeSantis’ rivalry intensifies as Florida governor enters ’24 race
NEW YORK (AP) — Ron DeSantis ’ entry into the 2024 White House race against former President Donald Trump sets up a clash of the…
Smith picks up 100th save as Rangers top Pirates 3-2
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Texas Rangers reliever Will Smith popped into Bruce Bochy’s office on Tuesday night and told his manager he was growing antsy for…
Shell agrees to pay $10 million for air pollution at PA petrochemical plant
The Associated Press Shell has agreed to pay $10 million to resolve allegations that it polluted the air around its massive new petrochemical refinery in…
Tina Turner, ‘Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll’, dies at 83
NEW YORK (AP) — Tina Turner, the unstoppable singer and stage performer who teamed with husband Ike Turner for a dynamic run of hit records…
Recent Deaths 5/25/23
Shirley R. Kerr, 92, of New Bethlehem, died May 23, 2023. Linda L. Slabon,76, of New Bethlehem, died May 24, 2023. Sue Ellen Moyer, 60,…
Pet of the Day 5/24/23
Meet Duke, the happy 1-year-old Australian cattle dog and Australian shepherd mix! Duke was recently surrendered to us because his previous family no longer had…
Fruity Sprinkles Smoothie
(Culinary.net) To kids, birthday parties are a big deal and only happen once a year. From the decorations to their friends and all the sweet,…