Review: New ‘Shazam!’ has more everything, but less charm
The Associated Press Sequels, by nature, are more. Whatever the original had, just add more, the rule seems to be. Even more words in the…
2023
Recent Deaths 3/16/23
Todd J. Emery, 43, of University Heights, Ohio, formerly of Oil City, died March 11, 2023. Brett Christopher Murphy, 23, of Rimersburg, died March 14,…
Pet of the Day 3/15/23
Meet the silly and playful Casimir! Casimir is a very handsome boy who is about 3 years old. He enjoys playing with his toys and…
Caramel Sticky Rolls
(Culinary.net) There are no alarms set and you are cuddled up in bed after a good night’s sleep. It’s late morning and there is nowhere…
‘Shrek the Musical’ starts Thursday at OCHS
From staff reports Oil City High School will present its 49th annual musical production, “Shrek the Musical”, at 7:30 p.m. Thursday through Saturday in the…
Sandycreek students hear about home dangers
From staff reports Barbara Doyle and Melissa Dolecki, who are Venango County Master Gardeners with the Penn State Extension program, visited 50 first-grade students at…
US says Russian warplane hits American drone over Black Sea
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — A Russian fighter jet struck the propeller of a U.S. surveillance drone over the Black Sea on Tuesday in a “brazen…
Experts say attacks on free speech are rising across the US
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — In Idaho, an art exhibit was censored and teens were told they couldn’t testify in some legislative hearings. In Washington state,…
Ohio sues Norfolk Southern over toxic train derailment
The Associated Press Ohio filed a lawsuit against railroad Norfolk Southern to make sure it pays for the cleanup and environmental damage caused by a…
Canadiens snap seven-game losing streak, beat Penguins 6-4
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Anthony Richard scored the winning goal in the third period and the Montreal Canadiens beat the Pittsburgh Penguins 6-4 on Tuesday night….
Recent Deaths 3/15/23
Joan O. Mills, 89, of Leeper, died March 11, 2023. Stanley B. Kline, 81, of Rimersburg, died March 13, 2023. Scott H. Tepke, 62, of…
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…
Pet of the Day 3/14/23
Deegee is a sweet girl who came to us as a stray so we do not have any history for her. She is about one…
Alaska oil project approval adds yet another climate concern
JUNEAU, Alaska (AP) — The Biden administration’s approval of a massive oil development in northern Alaska commits the U.S. to yet another decadeslong crude project…
Biden expected to sign new executive order on gun control
SAN DIEGO (AP) — President Joe Biden is expected to sign an executive order on Tuesday aiming to increase the number of background checks to…
‘The Last of Us’ TV adaptation resonates beyond gamers
LOS ANGELES (AP) — In the HBO series “The Last of Us,” a fungal infection has taken over Earth, rendering the United States an apocalyptic…
Recent Deaths 3/14/23
Michelle Lynn Mong, 66, of Seneca, died March 11, 2023. Dan M. Harry, 75, of Franklin, died March 10, 2023. Pamela D. (Winger) Heath, 69,…
Oil City Students Take on Challenge of Being a Senator For a Day
By ALEX POWER Student contributor Select students at Oil City Senior High School traveled to PennWest-Clarion University to get a small glimpse into the big…
Pet of the Day 3/13/23
Looking for a high-energy companion to tag along on all of your adventures? Look no further! Chewy came to us a stray so we do…
VFW Commander-in-Chief Testifies Before Congress
VFW National Commander Timothy Borland testified before a joint hearing of the House and Senate Committees on Veterans’ Affairs. The VFW delivered its top legislative…
Pepperoni Pizza Sliders
(Family Features) For those busy nights plan, on this simple yet savory sliders recipe. Kids are almost certain to love the taste and you will…
Presentation to focus on human trafficking
By HELEN FIELDING Staff writer The Franklin Elks Club is partnering with the local chapter of the Set Free Movement to host a presentation about…
Coffee In Between to close
By HELEN FIELDING Staff writer After filling the temporary void in Franklin after the closure of Bossa Nova, and serving residents for about a year…
As atmospheric river exits, a new storm threatens California
WATSONVILLE, Calif. (AP) — Wet, miserable weather continued across huge swaths of California on Sunday as an atmospheric river that caused major flooding flowed eastward,…
US government moves to stop potential banking crisis
NEW YORK (AP) — The U.S. government took extraordinary steps Sunday to stop a potential banking crisis after the historic failure of Silicon Valley Bank,…
Letang’s OT winner lifts Penguins by Rangers 3-2
The Associated Press Kris Letang knows the Pittsburgh Penguins have the NHL’s oldest team. The 35-year-old defenseman is one of the reasons why. The Penguins…
‘Everything’ wins best picture, is everywhere at Oscars
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The metaphysical multiverse comedy “Everything Everywhere All at Once” wrapped its hot dog fingers around Hollywood’s top prize Sunday, winning best…
‘Scream VI’ tops box office with franchise-best $44.5M
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Oscar weekend belonged to “Scream VI” in theaters, as the horror sequel notched a franchise-best $44.5 million in domestic ticket sales,…
Recent Deaths 3/13/23
Pamela D. (Winger) Heath, 69, of Oil City, died March 11, 2023. Ellen Marie Reed, 81, of Erie, formerly of Knox, died March 9, 2023….
2 murder cases continuing through Venango courts
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer Two murder cases are continuing to wind their way through the Venango County court system. Brandon Wells, 46, of Oil…
Cooperstown community helps East Palestine with water drive
By HELEN FIELDING Staff writer The Cooperstown community is coming to the aid of the small community of East Palestine, Ohio, in the aftermath of…
Storm breaches California river’s levee, thousands evacuate
WATSONVILLE, Calif. (AP) — A Northern California agricultural community famous for its strawberry crop was forced to evacuate early Saturday after the Pajaro River’s levee…
Crosby’s goal powers Penguins past Flyers, 5-1
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Sidney Crosby scored a power-play goal and the Pittsburgh Penguins beat the Philadelphia Flyers 5-1 on Saturday. Crosby scored the 86th game-winning…
Everything to know about the Oscars tonight
NEW YORK (AP) — Hollywood is gearing up for the 95th Academy Awards, where “Everything Everywhere All at Once” comes in the lead nominee and…
What is Resilience and How Do We Achieve It?
Community resilience has been defined as the ability of communities to prepare for, withstand, adapt to, and quickly recover from disaster or hardship. Hardships hit…
Cranberry ‘receptive’ to concerns over proposed zoning change
By RANDY BARTLEY Staff writer Cranberry Township supervisors reviewed results of a public hearing held Feb. 23 regarding a proposed zoning change. At the hearing,…
Photography show set for Oil City
From staff reports The Oil City Arts Council will present its 2023 Photography Show “VISIONS” in Graffiti Gallery, at the National Transit Building Annex in…
Coffee In Between to close
By HELEN FIELDING Staff writer After filling the temporary void in Franklin after the closure of Bossa Nova, and serving residents for about a year…
Records in Fox defamation case show pressures on reporters
NEW YORK (AP) — It wasn’t critics, political foes or their bosses that united Fox News stars Tucker Carlson, Sean Hannity and Laura Ingraham when…
Standard time giving way to daylight saving in most of US
WASHINGTON (AP) — Standard time comes to an end in most parts of the United States this weekend. You’ll lose an hour of sleep for…
Ukraine rebounds from Russian barrage, restores power supply
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Ukraine’s capital had most of its power supply restored Friday, officials said, as the country again responded swiftly and defiantly to…
Recent Deaths 3/11/23
Richard “Pete” Haniwalt, 74, of Renfrew, formerly of Oil City, died March 9, 2023. Janet M. Motosicke, 83, of Fisher, died March 7, 2023. Michael…
Pet of the Day 3/10/23
Alfie recently came to us as a stray so we are still getting to know him. Here at the shelter he is laid back, mild…
Pet of the Day 3/9/23
Tandy was brought to us with another dog, Bradley, and their six pups as a neglect case. She has spent the last 6 weeks nursing…
Margherita Pizza Pierogy Skewers
(Family Features) Over the last few years, self-care has taken on heightened importance for moms across the country. That is why Mrs. T’s Pierogies is…
Rouseville vehicle theft
Seneca burglary
Man charged after variety of drugs found in his possession
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer A Coraopolis man is facing charges for having a variety of drugs in his possession in the parking lot of…
Oil City’s Community Clean-Up Day scheduled April 19
From staff reports Businesses, organizations, groups and individuals are invited to sign up for Oil City’s annual Community Clean-Up Day scheduled Wednesday, April 19. “Clean…
Norfolk Southern CEO bringing apology, aid to Senate hearing
WASHINGTON (AP) — Norfolk Southern’s CEO plans to apologize to Congress on Thursday and pledge millions of dollars to help East Palestine, Ohio, recover from…