Pruning Apples and Pears
Generally, fruit trees are pruned to develop a desired tree shape, to improve fruit quality, and to improve air circulation within the tree, which will…
January 2024
Pet of the Day 1/31/24
Tomato came to us with her mom and two of her siblings. She has spent her time at the shelter growing and playing, and she…
Lemon Garlic Tuna-Stuffed Roasted Mini Sweet Peppers
(Family Features) Achieving your goals each day starts with your own health and well-being, both physically and mentally. To ensure you’ve got the energy needed…
Oil City pair facing forgery, identity theft charges
By AUSTIN GRAY Staff writer An Oil City man and woman are facing charges that include forgery and identity theft for having credit cards and…
Grove City College receives $5M grant to remodel Rockwell
From staff reports The Allegheny Foundation has committed $5 million to Grove City College for the renovation of an iconic campus building. The grant from…
Iran threatens to respond to any US strikes as Biden weighs how to react to a base attack in Jordan
JERUSALEM (AP) — Iran threatened Wednesday to “decisively respond” to any U.S. attack on the Islamic Republic following President Joe Biden’s linking of Tehran to…
Grammys 2024: From how to watch to who’s nominated, here’s what to know
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The 2024 Grammy Awards are fast approaching — and it is never too early to plan your viewing experience. The 66th…
Recent Deaths 1/31/24
Richard W. Peterson, 90, of Franklin, died Jan. 29, 2024. Shirley M. Heller, formerly of Franklin and Windsor, died Jan. 26, 2024. Eugene C. “Gene”…
Set Back For Toxic Exposures Fund
The Department of Veterans Affairs Office of Inspector General investigated VA’s initial spending plan for toxic exposures and found that a number of expenditures did…
Pet of the Day 1/30/24
Meet Tiny Tina, the little pittie with a heart of gold! Tina was surrendered to us in the midst of a medical emergency, but we…
Everything Bagel Salmon Brown Rice Bowl
(Family Features) Achieving your goals each day starts with your own health and well-being, both physically and mentally. To ensure you’ve got the energy needed…
Ohio man gets life sentence in Venango court on sex charges
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer A Warren, Ohio, man was sentenced last week in Venango County Court to a life prison term for sexual offenses…
Annual Shrove Tuesday meals planned at Good Hope
From staff reports The annual Shrove Tuesday pancake meal coordinated by the Good Hope and Zion Lutheran churches in Oil City will be served Tuesday,…
Illinois election board will consider whether to boot Trump from ballot over insurrection amendment
CHICAGO (AP) — Illinois’ election board on Tuesday is scheduled to consider whether to keep Donald Trump on the state’s primary ballot after a recommendation…
State high court revives case challenging limits on Medicaid coverage for abortions
HARRISBURG (AP) — Pennsylvania’s Supreme Court said Monday that a lower court must hear a challenge to the constitutionality of a decades-old state law that…
‘Expats,’ starring Nicole Kidman, was filmed in Hong Kong, but you can’t watch it there
HONG KONG (AP) — Nicole Kidman’s latest project is set in Hong Kong, but people who live there are blocked from seeing it, prompting speculation…
Recent Deaths 1/30/24
Gregory L. Holtz, 73, of Pleasantville, died Jan. 25, 2024. Eugene “Gene” Heckathorn, 86, of Oil City, died Jan. 29, 2024. Ruth Ann Haylett, 80,…
Pet of the Day 1/29/24
What’s better than one big, lovable, handsome and friendly cat? Two of course! Bo and Titan are a bonded pair of 7 year olds who…
Grilled Apple Portobello “Burgers”
(Family Features) If you’re in search of a meatless meal – whether you’re observing Lent or simply adhering to your own dietary restrictions – remember…
Friends of OC Library to hold bake sale Friday
From staff reports The Oil City Library’s Friends of the Library group will hold its annual Groundhog Day bake sale from 9 a.m. to 4…
Biden says US ‘shall respond’ after drone strike by Iran-backed group kills 3 US troops in Jordan
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — President Joe Biden said Sunday that the U.S. “shall respond” after three American troops were killed and dozens more were injured…
The Super Bowl is set: Mahomes and the Chiefs will face Purdy and the 49ers
The Associated Press Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce and the Kansas City Chiefs are heading to Las Vegas with a chance for a rare repeat while…
Quiet weekend at the box office, with ‘The Beekeeper’ on top and some Oscar boosts
The Associated Press Movie theaters and audiences settled for seconds this weekend. With no new wide releases on the schedule, a mob of holdovers sustained…
Recent Deaths 1/29/24
Nancy (Nelson) Williams, 80, of Newark, died Jan. 24, 2024. Benjamin Eugene Beichner, 70, of Shippenville, died Jan. 27, 2024. Kathleen A. “Kathy” Kristek, 76,…
Millions awarded to help fund 3 Venango County projects
From staff reports The Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority (PENNVEST) has awarded nearly $11 million in grant and low-interest loan funding to two sewer projects and…
Decision expected soon on Venango Catholic future
By MAKAYLA KEATING Staff writer A decision is expected probably within the next couple of weeks about whether Venango Catholic High School in Oil City…
COVID-era program is awash in fraud. Congress aims to wind it down and expand the child tax credit
WASHINGTON (AP) — When IRS Commissioner Danny Werfel met privately with senators recently, the chairman of the Senate Finance Committee asked for his assessment of…
Pettersson’s overtime goal lifts Penguins over Canadiens 3-2
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Marcus Pettersson scored in overtime and the Pittsburgh Penguins rallied to beat the Montreal Canadiens 3-2 on Saturday night. Pettersson took a…
Pitt-Titusville hub receives grants to help Venango County students
From staff reports The University of Pittsburgh at Titusville’s Education and Training Hub has received two grants totaling $9,930 from Bridge Builders Community Foundations in…
Caring Place to treat first responders to meals
From staff reports An appreciation day for area first responders will be held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday at The Caring Place on…
Shapiro eyes overhaul of state higher ed system that’s among the worst in affordability
HARRISBURG (AP) — Gov. Josh Shapiro plans next month to propose an overhaul of a higher education system in Pennsylvania that is among the worst…
Barkov, Reinhart score in the shootout to lift Panthers past Penguins 3-2
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Sam Reinhart scored the winner in the shootout to help the Florida Panthers beat the Pittsburgh Penguins 3-2 on Friday night. Jake…
Snoop Dogg leads a group of kids as a youth football coach in ‘The Underdoggs’ film
LOS ANGELES (AP) — In Snoop Dogg’s new film “The Underdoggs,” the use of cuss words are the norm between adults and children who find…
Recent Deaths 1/27/24
Howard E. “Toby” Davis, 89, of Stoneboro, died Jan. 26, 2024. Nancy Jane Sherman, 85, of Richland Township, died Jan. 23, 2024. Arnold A. “Arnie”…
Pet of the Day 1/26/24
Meet Boots. Boots came to us as a stray so we have no history for him. He is a sweet, loving boy, who loves all…
Seared Salmon with Apple Slaw
(Family Features) If you’re in search of a meatless meal – whether you’re observing Lent or simply adhering to your own dietary restrictions – remember…
RNC pulls resolution declaring Trump as ‘presumptive 2024 nominee’
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — The Republican National Committee has pulled a resolution to consider declaring Donald Trump the party’s “presumptive 2024 nominee” before he formally…
Top UN court orders Israel to prevent genocide in Gaza but stops short of ordering cease-fire
THE HAGUE, Netherlands (AP) — The United Nations’ top court ordered Israel on Friday to do all it can to prevent death, destruction and any…
Review: ‘Tótem’ is a masterful child’s-eye view of family and death
The Associated Press For a film about death, Lila Avilés’ “Tótem” is extraordinarily lived in. Avilés’ camera roams through the festive, cluttered gathering of an extended family…
Recent Deaths 1/26/24
Gordon R. Davis, 89, of Oil City, died Jan. 25, 2024. Richard D. “Rick” Smathers, Jr., 72, of Venus, died Jan. 24, 2024. R. David…
Pet of the Day 1/25/24
Baby Buttons was recently brought to us when her owner could no longer care for her. She is about 8 months old, and in desperate…
Lemon Garlic Tuna-Stuffed Roasted Mini Sweet Peppers
(Family Features) Achieving your goals each day starts with your own health and well-being, both physically and mentally. To ensure you’ve got the energy needed…
Adamovsky cited for Grandview building neglect
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer Milan Adamovsky has been cited again for neglecting to repair one of his five properties in Oil City. This time,…
Volunteers needed to help with project aiding veterans
From staff reports The Oil Valley Quilters Guild and Quilters Cupboard in Seneca will host a sewing event from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday,…
Ukraine, Russia trade accusations over fatal plane crash that Moscow says involved Ukrainian POWs
The Associated Press Russia and Ukraine traded accusations Thursday over the crash of a military transport plane that Moscow said was carrying Ukrainian prisoners of…
US-flagged ships with cargo for US Defense Department come under attack by Yemen’s Houthi rebels
JERUSALEM (AP) — Two American-flagged ships carrying cargo for the U.S. Defense and State departments came under attack by Yemen’s Houthi rebels on Wednesday, officials…
Review: ‘Miller’s Girl’ with Jenna Ortega is an airless, cold affair that fails to spark
The Associated Press Jenna Ortega’s stark rise as Gen Z’s goth-glam princess takes a pointless, awkward turn in “Miller’s Girl,” a new romantic horror movie about…
Recent Deaths 1/25/24
Eddie Ray Yard, 77, died Dec. 24, 2023. Arthur J. “Art” Klingler, 92, of Emlenton, died Jan. 24, 2024. Bruce Alan Thompson, 60, of Corsica,…
Protecting Your Roses through Pennsylvania Winters
Roses (Rosa spp.) have been one of the most beloved flowers throughout history. Their colors even have meaning: red for love, yellow for friendship, white…
Pet of the Day 1/24/24
Meet Juni! This wiggly little sweetheart came to us originally as a stray. Juni is approximately three years old and is a very petite little…