Fed facing a blurrier outlook as it meets to weigh rate hike
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Federal Reserve is grappling with a hazier economic picture clouded by turmoil in the banking industry and still-high inflation just as…
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TikTok CEO to tell Congress app is safe, urge against ban
The Associated Press TikTok’s CEO plans to tell Congress that the video-sharing app is committed to user safety, data protection and security, and keeping the…
Trump’s potential indictment caps decades of legal scrutiny
NEW YORK (AP) — For 40 years, former President Donald Trump has navigated countless legal investigations without ever facing criminal charges. That record may soon…
Review: John Wick gets even more stylish in fourth episode
The Associated Press A trip to Paris should be on everyone’s bucket list, even John Wick. The Eiffel Tower, the Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre…
Recent Deaths 3/22/23
Deborah Kay Barber, 72, of Oil City, died March 18, 2023. Lawrence “Skip” Travis, 81, of Knox, died March 20, 2023. Catherine L. Schrecengost, 80,…
Pet of the Day 3/21/23
If you like big dogs, we have the perfect boy for you! Duke is a two-year-old mastiff and Great Dane mix that was surrendered to…
Citrus Watermelonade
(Family Features) A staple of warm weekend days, brunch combines the best flavors of the first two meals of the day. Every great brunch spread…
Biology Students Bubble With Excitement
By LILY SHOOK Student contributor On Oct. 24, 2022, biology students in Lauri Piercy’s freshman class participated in a bubble lab to better understand cell…
Students Delight in Local Dairies
By BREANN CLARK Student contributor A legen-dairy event took place at Cranberry High School on Jan. 25. Milk from Mitch-Hill Dairy, Fairview Farms yogurt, and…
National Vietnam War Veterans Day is March 29
March 29, 2023, marks the 50th anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War. March 29 was chosen as National Vietnam War Veterans Day because…
Fabric store opens in Seneca
By HELEN FIELDING Staff writer A local business is stepping in to help fill a void and starting to sell fabric by the yard. Cris-Cross…
Franklin school staff describe threat simulation training event
By HELEN FIELDING Staff writer Franklin School Board members heard a report at their work session Monday about a threat assessment simulation training attended by…
In Trump case, NY grand jury appears near end of its work
NEW YORK (AP) — A New York grand jury investigating Donald Trump over a hush money payment to a porn star appears poised to complete…
Ferguson stops 48 shots, Senators top reeling Penguins 2-1
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Penguins knew next to nothing about Dylan Ferguson when they took the ice on Monday night. They’re experts now. Having…
Anthony Fauci documentary on PBS covers a career of crises
NEW YORK (AP) — There’s a moment in the new PBS documentary about Dr. Anthony Fauci when a protester holds up a handmade sign reading,…
Recent Deaths 3/21/23
Marilyn L. Brinker, 90, of Grove City, died March 16, 2023. Edward W. Moylan, 68, of Oil City, died March 16, 2023. For complete…
Syrian-Style Meatball Soup with Rice and Tomatoes
The Syrian soup shurba w’kibbeh is pure comfort food, a rustic mixture of meatballs and rice in a simple tomatoey broth that’s redolent with warm…
Pet of the Day 3/20/23
Meet Adrian, the happy and affectionate boy who wants nothing more than a loving home of his own! This beautiful boy came to us as…
Trump ally to appear before NYC grand jury eyeing charges
NEW YORK (AP) — A lawyer allied with Donald Trump is expected to testify Monday before a New York grand jury, giving the former president…
Deal for UBS to buy Credit Suisse sends shares tumbling
LONDON (AP) — Shares of Credit Suisse plunged 60.5% on Monday after banking giant UBS said it would buy its troubled Swiss rival for almost…
World on ‘thin ice’ as UN climate report gives stark warning
BERLIN (AP) — Humanity still has a chance, close to the last one, to prevent the worst of climate change ’s future harms, a top…
‘Shazam! Fury of the Gods’ stumbles with $30.5 million debut
The Associated Press “Shazam! Fury of the Gods” felt the fury of the marketplace in its theatrical debut this weekend. The New Line Cinema and…
Recent Deaths 3/20/23
C. Edward Gray, 81, of Sanibel, Florida, died March 14, 2023. Paul M. Wheeling, Jr., 80, died March 18, 2023. Finley L. Wentling, Jr., 86,…
Cranberry Mall sale remains under negotiation
By HELEN FIELDING Staff writer The sale of the Cranberry Mall hasn’t been finalized, but it is still in progress, according to the broker handling…
OC curriculum committee wants close look at options for sexuality lessons
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer The Oil City School District’s curriculum and education committee laid out recommendations Monday for how the district should move forward…
Trump says he expects to be arrested, calls for protest
NEW YORK (AP) — Donald Trump claimed on Saturday that his arrest is imminent and issued an extraordinary call for his supporters to protest as…
Strong earthquake kills at least 14 in Ecuador, 1 in Peru
QUITO, Ecuador (AP) — A strong earthquake shook southern Ecuador and northern Peru on Saturday, killing at least 15 people, trapping others under rubble, and…
Panarin, Shesterkin lead Rangers to 6-0 rout of Penguins
NEW YORK (AP) — Mika Zibanejad had a goal and two assists, Artemi Panarin scored twice and Igor Shesterkin made 33 saves as the New…
Many hands make light work
You’ve probably heard at least one of these phrases before, and they’re true. This week I want to talk about something that has the potential…
2 men charged for Franklin Kwik Fill theft
From staff reports Two Franklin men are facing charges of retail theft after one of them created a diversion while the other stole items from…
PennDOT looking for Adopt-A-Highway volunteers
From staff reports PennDOT is searching for volunteers to participate in the department’s Northwest Region Adopt-A-Highway program that involves cleaning litter from state-owned roadsides. Through…
International court issues war crimes warrant for Putin
THE HAGUE (AP) — The International Criminal Court said Friday that it has issued an arrest warrant for Russian President Vladimir Putin for war crimes,…
Biden calls for tougher penalties for execs of failed banks
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden on Friday called on Congress to allow regulators to impose tougher penalties on the executives of failed banks, including…
Officials are preparing security in case of Trump indictment
NEW YORK (AP) — Law enforcement officials in New York are making security preparations for the possibility that former President Donald Trump could be indicted…
Recent Deaths 3/18/23
William David Beveridge, Sr., 87, of Strattanville, died March 16, 2023. Effie Marie Corte, 89, of Strattanville, died March 16, 2023. Sara Louise (Stadler) Wareham,…
Harvest Bowl Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette
(Family Features) For those seeking to be more health-conscious, the idea of eating nutritiously seems simple. However, understanding what’s truly “good for you” can sometimes…
Pet of the Day 3/17/23
Meet Perky, an affectionate and loving girl looking for her forever home! Perky spends her days lounging on soft blankets and loving on whoever gives…
Juvenile stabbed in Polk incident
From staff reports A 13-year-old juvenile was stabbed by a 15-year-old juvenile during an altercation in Polk Borough Wednesday evening, Polk police chief Ed Sharp…
Cancer support group to meet at UPMC Northwest
From staff reports UPMC Northwest in Seneca will offer a free cancer support group from 5 to 6 p.m. Monday, March 27, at the Hillman…
North Korea says ICBM test aimed to strike fear into enemies
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — North Korea said Friday it fired an intercontinental ballistic missile to “strike fear into the enemies” as South Korea and…
Yellen declares bank system sound, as new rescues ordered
WASHINGTON (AP) — Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen offered firm, upbeat reassurances to rattled bank depositors and investors Thursday, even as American financial institutions and European…
Kreider scores twice in 3rd as Rangers ice Penguins 4-2
NEW YORK (AP) — Chris Kreider scored the go-ahead goal in the third period and added an empty-netter, and Igor Shesterkin made 30 saves as…
Recent Deaths 3/17/23
Doris Kay (Miller) Mellon, 66, of Tionesta, died March 16, 2023. Sheila Carson, 58, of Altoona, died March 14, 2023. Mary M. Wiant, 83, of…
Pet of the Day 3/16/23
Meet Peanut, the gorgeous two-year-old tortoiseshell who is looking for her purrfect family! Peanut was surrendered to us when her owner could no longer care…
Pastry Brunch Cups
(Culinary.net) Appetizer-sized portions and small bites of all sorts are ideal for breakfast spreads, and these Pastry Brunch Cups are perfect for a quick…
Man accused of breaking into OC home
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer An Oil City man is facing charges for entering a house on Colbert Avenue and then trying to break in…
Women’s Recovery Center providing support group
From staff reports The Women’s Recovery Center is providing a women’s recovery support group gathering from 4 to 5 p.m. every Tuesday on the second…
Venango County issues Down Syndrome Day proclamation
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer A couple of special guests attended the Venango County commissioners meeting Tuesday. Gabriel Ojeda, 3, and Scott Kalamajka, 38, who…
Major oil project approval intensifies Alaska Natives’ rift
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — The Biden administration’s approval this week of the biggest oil drilling project in Alaska in decades promises to widen a rift…
US and Russia ratchet up rhetoric over downing of drone
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Russia and the United States ratcheted up their confrontational rhetoric Wednesday over a U.S. surveillance drone that encountered Russian warplanes and…