US, Israel discuss when to scale back Gaza combat but agree fight will take months, envoy says
RAMALLAH, West Bank (AP) — The U.S. and Israel have discussed a timetable for scaling back intense combat operations in the war against Hamas, even…
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Older Americans to pay less for some drug treatments as drugmakers penalized for big price jumps
WASHINGTON (AP) — Hundreds of thousands of older Americans could pay less for some of their outpatient drug treatments beginning early next year, the Biden…
Pennsylvania is in its Taylor Swift era, her home state decides
HARRISBURG (AP) — She’s Time magazine’s person of the year. She’s the most-played artist globally on Spotify. She’s helmed the first tour to gross more…
Recent Deaths 12/15/23
Darlene M. Ward, 72, of Oil City, died Dec. 12, 2023. Evelyn A. Towse, 95, of Clarion, died Dec. 14, 2023. For complete obituaries,…
Pet of the Day 12/14/23
Erin came to us as a stray so we don’t know much about her. She is very quiet and cuddly, who loves pets and attention….
Poblano Frittata
(Family Features) Making time for meals together can have a positive impact on the well-being of families, including children and adolescents. In fact, regular meals…
Route 157-Horsecreek Road online plans display available
From staff reports The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation is inviting the public to an online plans display for a study to identify potential projects to…
Franklin High School to present Christmas concert
From staff reports Franklin High School will present a Christmas concert featuring senior high music ensembles at 7 p.m. Wednesday in the high school auditorium….
House OKs impeachment inquiry into Biden as Republicans rally behind investigation
WASHINGTON (AP) — The House on Wednesday authorized the impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden, with every Republican rallying behind the politically charged process despite…
State poised to give schools flexibility on minimum requirements
HARRISBURG (AP) — A bill that would give Pennsylvania school districts greater flexibility to have shorter school weeks or longer days, as long as students…
Crosby moves up scoring list, Harkins gives Penguins 4-3 win over Canadiens
MONTREAL (AP) — Sidney Crosby had Mark Recchi as a mentor when he entered the NHL 18 years ago. On Wednesday night, Crosby matched his…
Review: In harrowing ‘Zone of Interest,’ the Holocaust’s evils are cloaked in mundanities
The Associated Press It’s just a woman trying on a fur coat alone in her room, and sampling a lipstick. It’s just a few friends…
Recent Deaths 12/14/23
Vicki Lynn Hoffman, 72, of New Bethlehem, died Dec. 13, 2023. Darlene M. Ward, 72, of Oil City, died Dec. 12, 2023. James Morgan Campbell,…
Pet of the Day 12/13/23
Meet Chloe! Chloe came to us as a stray so we have no history for her. She is very affectionate and loves to be pet….
Poached Egg Tostadas with Avocado-Tomatillo Salsa
(Family Features) Making time for meals together can have a positive impact on the well-being of families, including children and adolescents. In fact, regular meals…
Tips for Selection and Care of Cut Christmas Trees
There is no right or wrong species when it comes to choosing a Christmas tree. It all depends on your tastes and what is available…
Military Promotions Hold in Senate Finally Lifted
The nearly year-long obstruction of hundreds of senior officer promotions has ended in large part to Sens. Dan Sullivan and Joni Ernst, both fellow VFW…
CATA seeks public input on possible OC-Titusville route
From staff reports CATA is gathering input regarding public interest in developing and maintaining a round-trip bus route from Titusville to Oil City, according to…
Light-up Night among Cooperstown holiday events
From staff reports Cooperstown Borough will hold several holiday activities this week, including its Christmas Island Light-up Night on Saturday. Activities will kick off from…
Supreme Court will hear case that could undo Capitol riot charge against hundreds, including Trump
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court on Wednesday said it will hear an appeal that could upend hundreds of charges stemming from the Capitol riot,…
In a first, delegates at UN climate talks agree to transition away from planet-warming fossil fuels
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Nearly 200 countries agreed Wednesday to move away from planet-warming fossil fuels — the first time they’ve made that…
Zelenskyy pleads for Ukraine aid at Capitol and White House
WASHINGTON (AP) — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy told America his country was fighting for “our freedom and yours” as he made an impassioned plea Tuesday…
Carter, Guentzel score twice, Penguins end power-play skid in 4-2 win over Arizona
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Penguins hope the end of one streak marks the beginning of another. Jeff Carter and Jake Guentzel both scored twice…
Pet of the Day 12/12/23
Meet the wild and wonderful Juliette! This lovely lady came back to us when her owners were no longer able to care for her. Just…
Dairy Free Salted Caramel Cupcakes
(Family Features) Make this year’s festivities truly memorable by adding a touch of sweetness to holiday celebrations with this delightful combination of fluffy cupcakes, creamy…
Pet of the Day 12/11/23
Sweet Seraphina came to us as a stray so we don’t know much about her. We do know that she is super affectionate and loves…
Cherry Coffee Cake
(Family Features) Add some sweetness to your breakfast routine with this delicious and easy-to-make Cherry Coffee Cake. Find more breakfast recipes at Culinary.net. Cherry Coffee…
On Antarctica’s ice and in its seas, penguins in a warming world
Penguins walk at King George Island’s beach, Antarctica, Nov. 23, 2023. (AP Photo/Jorge Saenz) AP PHOTOS: On Antarctica’s ice and in its seas, penguins…
6 dead, nearly 2 dozen injured after severe storms tear through central Tennessee
6 dead, nearly 2 dozen injured after severe storms tear through central Tennessee KIMBERLEE KRUESI undefined NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Severe storms that tore through…
Leaders continuing their efforts to keep Venango Catholic open
By MAKAYLA KEATING Staff writer Leaders and supporters of the Venango Region Catholic School system in Oil City are going full bore with their campaign…
Domesticated ducks pose fowl dilemma in Cranberry
By HELEN FIELDING Staff writer Some feathered friends need to be helped out of a pre-duck-ament at Moody Pond in Cranberry Township. The township has…
Heavy fighting across Gaza as Israel presses ahead with renewed US military, diplomatic support
RAFAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — Heavy fighting raged overnight and into Sunday across Gaza, including in the devastated north, as Israel pressed ahead with its…
6 dead, nearly 2 dozen injured after severe storms tear through central Tennessee
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Severe storms that tore through central Tennessee killed six people Saturday and sent about two dozen to the hospital as homes…
Knowledge Economy in the Oil Region
Recently, I was looking into The Center on Rural Innovation (CORI), and in a blog post titled “The Equity of Economic Opportunity in Rural America”…
Franklin man acquitted of sexual abuse charges
From staff reports A Franklin man was found not guilty this week of 14 charges related to sexual abuse following a two-day jury trial in…
OC middle school students write, publish book
From staff reports Sarah Camden’s accelerated seventh-grade literature class at Oil City Middle School recently worked together to write and publish a book. The work…
US vetoes UN resolution backed by many nations demanding immediate humanitarian cease-fire in Gaza
UNITED NATIONS (AP) — The United States vetoed a United Nations resolution Friday backed by almost all other Security Council members and dozens of other…
Europe reaches a deal on the world’s first comprehensive AI rules
LONDON (AP) — European Union negotiators clinched a deal Friday on the world’s first comprehensive artificial intelligence rules, paving the way for legal oversight of…
Panthers top Penguins 3-1 for Pittsburgh’s 4th straight loss
SUNRISE, Fla. (AP) — Sergei Bobrovsky stopped 26 shots, Eetu Luostarinen got the go-ahead goal in the third period and the Florida Panthers beat the…
Recent Deaths 12/9/23
Janet B. Benjamin, 79, of Oil City, died Dec. 7, 2023. Theodore J. “Ted” Karns, 72, of Oil City, died Dec. 6, 2023. Donna L….
Pet of the Day 12/8/23
Handsome young Tigger recently came to us as a stray, so we don’t have any history for him. Aged to be around 1 year old,…
Ricotta Puff Pastries with Strawberry Compote
(Family Features) Perfect for a party or simply indulging yourself, these addictive pastry puffs make it hard to stop at one. Easy to assemble with…
Pet of the Day 12/7/23
Pretty Princess came to us when her owner could no longer care for her. She is a sweet, vocal girl who loves all attention. Her…
Tomato-Tortellini Soup
When the weather is frightfully cold and you need something quick to warm you up, try this recipe for Tomato-Tortellini soup. With only 4 ingredients,…
Oil City Co-op Cheerleading Sweeps the Competition
By ISABELLA WHITLING Student contributor Three of Oil City High School’s competitive cheerleading teams that co-op with Cranberry High School took home gold medals Saturday,…
Parties agree to mediation in suit against Franklin School District
By HELEN FIELDING Staff writer The parties in a lawsuit filed by a former Franklin High School teacher against the Franklin Area School District have…
Schubert Sounds of Season concert is Sunday
From staff reports The Schubert Musical and Literary Club will present its annual Sounds of the Season concert at 3 p.m. Sunday at Grace United…
Centenarian survivors of Pearl Harbor attack are returning to honor those who perished 82 years ago
PEARL HARBOR, Hawaii (AP) — Ira “Ike” Schab had just showered, put on a clean sailor’s uniform and closed his locker aboard the USS Dobbin…
Vasilevskiy has 24 saves as Lightning beat Penguins 3-1
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Andrei Vasilevskiy stopped 24 shots, NHL points leader Nikita Kucherov had a goal and an assist, and the Tampa Bay Lightning…
Review: In ‘Poor Things,’ Emma Stone takes an unusual path to enlightenment
The Associated Press It is sickly hilarious to make a movie in which so much consensual sex is had, often so gleefully, that is not…