Oil Heritage Festival to mark 45th year later this month
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer Plans are taking shape for Oil City’s 45th Oil Heritage Festival later this month. This year’s festival theme is “Let…
July 2023
Yellen: Washington might ‘respond to unintended consequences’ for China due to tech export curbs
BEIJING (AP) — Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen on Sunday said she agreed Washington will listen to Chinese complaints about security-related curbs on U.S. technology exports…
Ukraine, environment on agenda when Biden meets UK politicians, royalty
LONDON (AP) — A dash of pomp and a dose of politics are on the agenda during a stopover visit to the U.K. where President…
Carroll drives in winning run in Diamondbacks’ 3-2 victory over the Pirates
PHOENIX (AP) — Corbin Carroll singled with the bases loaded in the 10th inning and the NL West-leading Arizona Diamondbacks rallied to beat the Pittsburgh…
Murder suspect escapes from Warren County Prison
From staff reports According to the Warren County Emergency Management Agency, murder suspect Michael Burham escaped from Warren County Prison in the early morning hours…
Drake Well Marathon & Half set Aug. 20
From staff reports The Drake Well Marathon & Half is scheduled for 7 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 20, at Drake Well Museum and Park south of…
Texas gunman in Walmart shooting gets 90 consecutive life sentences
EL PASO, Texas (AP) — A white gunman who killed 23 people in a racist attack on Hispanic shoppers at a Walmart in a Texas…
US will provide cluster bombs to Ukraine, defends delivery of controversial weapon
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden on Friday defended what he said was a “difficult decision” to provide cluster munitions to Ukraine, a move the…
Diamondbacks beat the Pirates 7-3 to end a 4-game losing streak
PHOENIX (AP) — Lourdes Gurriel Jr. hit a three-run homer and fellow All-Star Zac Gallen pitched seven strong innings to help the Arizona Diamondbacks beat…
Recent Deaths 7/8/23
John Victor Lerch, 71, of Rimersburg, died July 6, 2023. Robert J. Udovic, 88, of Seneca, died July 7, 2023. Domer H. Ritchey, 70, of…
Pet of the Day 7/7/23
Jo was surrendered to us when her owners could no longer care for her. Jo is one year old and very friendly and loves people….
Mexinut Dip
(Family Features) Soaking up some sun and sharing a meal with family and friends brings people together, especially when favorite recipes are on the table….
No one injured in river rescue in Reno
From staff reports No one was injured Thursday afternoon when a pontoon boat got stuck on rocks because of the low levels of the Allegheny…
Sugarcreek Council OKs hot spots for police vehicle computers
By MAKAYLA KEATING Staff writer Sugarcreek Borough Council on Wednesday approved buying four hot spots for police vehicle computers. Over the past months, Sugarcreek police…
Recent events that indicate Earth’s climate has entered uncharted territory
The Associated Press As a warming Earth simmered into worrisome new territory this week, scientists said the unofficial records being set for average planetary temperature…
Dodgers beat the Pirates to pull within a half-game of NL West-leading Arizona
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Max Muncy and Freddie Freeman homered and Julio Urias pitched six innings to help the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Pittsburgh…
Franchise turns it up a notch in ‘Mission: Impossible — Dead Reckoning’
NEW YORK (AP) — There are, as a rule, only so many places you can go as an action movie after leaving Tom Cruise clinging…
Recent Deaths 7/7/23
Norris M. Carter, Jr., 93, of Oil City, died July 3, 2023. Terri L. Dunkle, 80, died July 3, 2023. For complete obituaries, pick…
The US will provide cluster munitions to Ukraine as part of a new military aid package: AP sources
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Biden administration has decided to provide cluster munitions to Ukraine and is expected to announce on Friday that the Pentagon will…
Township building used to store public works equipment explodes; no injuries reported
MANHEIM, Pa. (AP) — An explosion at a building housing public works equipment in a Pennsylvania township destroyed the structure and heavily damaged some nearby…
Norfolk Southern says other companies should share blame in fiery Ohio derailment
OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Norfolk Southern says the owner of the rail car that caused the fiery Ohio derailment in February failed to properly maintain…
Eagles QB Jalen Hurts says, ‘There’s a thrill in not being satisfied’
Jalen Hurts has no time to be satisfied. After a breakout season in which he nearly led the Philadelphia Eagles to a Super Bowl victory…
Pet of the Day 7/6/23
This old lady came to us when her owner passed away. Bandit is 17 years old, and is looking for the purrfect family to spend…
Southwestern Quinoa and Egg Breakfast Bowls
(Family Features) Despite busy lives and full schedules, finding time for regular meals with loved ones encourages connections and conversations that can benefit mental and…
Worm Farms 101: Everything you need to know
Worm farms are the perfect way for people who don’t have space for a compost system to dispose of their food scraps. In a worm…
USAA Launches Initiative To Combat Veterans Suicide
USAA has launched an initiative focused on veteran suicide prevention. Face the Fight is a coalition of 40 corporations, foundations, nonprofit and veteran-focused organizations that…
Pet of the Day 7/5/23
Meet Aster, the handsome, silky, soft, and affectionate black cat! Aster came to us when his owner could no longer care for him, and he…
Vegan Brownies
(Family Features) The next time a healthy conscience keeps you from enjoying that sweet treat you’re craving, remember that making healthy swaps is all it…
Franklin man taken into custody for several warrants
By HELEN FIELDING Staff writer Sugarcreek police and the Venango County Sheriff’s office teamed up to take a Franklin man who was wanted on multiple…
Changes made to Oil Heritage Junior Olympics, kids parade
From staff reports Changes have been announced for the Junior Olympics and children’s parade at this year’s Oil Heritage Festival in Oil City. Junior Olympics…
Kremlin open to talks over potential prisoner swap
MOSCOW (AP) — The Kremlin on Tuesday held the door open for contacts with the U.S. regarding a possible prisoner exchange that could potentially involve…
Palacios delivers double in 9th as Pirates rally past Dodgers 9-7
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Pinch-hitter Josh Palacios came through with a tiebreaking two-run double in a three-run ninth inning that rallied the Pittsburgh Pirates to…
9 shot, wounded in D.C. as violence continues to mar July Fourth
WASHINGTON (AP) — Nine people were shot and wounded, including two juveniles, early Wednesday in Washington, D.C., police said. Shortly before 1 a.m., police responded…
Pet of the Day 7/3/23
Patrick came to us as a beat up cat from a nearby neighborhood. He has been through a lot including a respiratory illness, a dental,…
Pancakes with Blueberry Vanilla Sauce
(Family Features) Eating healthy is a priority for many Americans but knowing where to start and with what foods may be a little trickier. One…
Head to the Wolf’s Corners Fair for fun, excitement this week
From staff reports Held annually over the week of July 4, the Wolfs Corners Fair continues to grow and offer a variety of shows and…
NATO readies military plans to defend against bruised but unbowed Russia
BRUSSELS (AP) — Russia’s armed forces are bruised but by no means beaten in the war in Ukraine, a top NATO military officer said Monday,…
Contreras’ 3-run homer leads Brewers over Pirates 6-3
PITTSBURGH (AP) — William Contreras hit a go-ahead, three-run homer in the third inning, and the Milwaukee Brewers beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 6-3 on Sunday…
Indiana Jones’ box office destiny? A lukewarm $60 million debut in North America
The Associated Press Indiana Jones, and executives at the Walt Disney Co. and Lucasfilm, made a somewhat dispiriting discovery this weekend. Moviegoers didn’t rush to…
Recent Deaths 7/3/23
Sally L. Murray Henry, 73, of Chicora, died July 1, 2023. Mary Jo Rhode, 78, died July 1, 2023. Julie Ann Logue, 47, of Seven…
Cranberry hopes weather cooperates for fireworks, other events Sunday
By MAKAYLA KEATING Staff writer Organizers of the annual Cranberry Fireworks Spectacular and accompanying activities that are always celebrated July 2 are hoping the weather…
Police: Baltimore block party shooting leaves 2 dead, 28 injured
BALTIMORE (AP) — Two people were killed and 28 were wounded when gunfire erupted at a block party in Baltimore Sunday morning, including three who…
Burnes takes perfect game into the sixth as Brewers hold off Pirates 11-8
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Corbin Burnes is never going to complain about getting too much offensive support. Even if another big inning by his Milwaukee Brewers…
What to know about Fourth of July holiday origins and traditions
ST. LOUIS (AP) — The Fourth of July is Americana at its core: parades and cookouts and cold beer and, of course, fireworks. Those pyrotechnics…
OC Library theater restoration group sets fundraisers
From staff reports The committee working on the Oil City Library’s theater restoration is kicking off its fundraising with three events to be held this…
Supreme Court rejects Biden’s plan to wipe away $400 billion in student loan debt
WASHINGTON (AP) — A sharply divided Supreme Court on Friday effectively killed President Joe Biden’s $400 billion plan to cancel or reduce federal student loan…
State to begin new fiscal year without budget plan in place
HARRISBURG (AP) — Republicans who control Pennsylvania’s Senate passed spending legislation hours ahead of Saturday’s start of a new fiscal year, but they lacked agreement…
From human ashes to cellphones, what’s going on with concert fans lately?
NEW YORK (AP) — From flinging bras to tossing flowers, concertgoers have long been a bit extra in showing adoration for their beloved artists —…
Recent Deaths 7/1/23
Norma M. Cairns, 91, of Titusville, died June 28, 2023. Branton N. Cornor, 46, of Oil City, died June 25, 2023. Vincent C. Widmer, 85,…