Foxburg art gallery to open Ekphrasis exhibit with free reception, reading
An exhibition of local artwork paired with poetry will celebrate its opening reception with a free poetry reading Sunday at the Red Brick Gallery in…
2024
Lab-grown meat isn’t on store shelves yet, but some states have already banned it
The Associated Press Lab-grown meat is not currently available in any U.S. grocery stores or restaurants. If some lawmakers have their way, it never will be….
15 area residents complete Small Business Jump Start
Fifteen local small business owners and future entrepreneurs celebrated a milestone moment earlier this month when they graduated from the Small Business Jump Start program,…
One Tech Tip: Want to turn off Meta AI? You can’t – but there are some workarounds
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — If you use Facebook, WhatsApp or Instagram, you’ve probably noticed a new character pop up answering search queries or eagerly offering…
Tofu Cauliflower Fried Rice
Celebrate the versatility of soy! Soyfoods are versatile ingredients in everyday cooking. Soyfoods are enjoyed by those who follow vegetarian and vegan diets, as soy…
Recent Deaths 05/30/24
Connell “Doc” Elder, 77, of Sligo, passed away on Saturday, May 25, 2024. Gloria Jacobs Wilkinson, 91, of Polk passed away on May 29, 2024….
Pet of the Day 05/29/24
Midge is an adorable Mackerel Tabby who came to the shelter with her siblings Barbie & Ken and is still a little nervous about people….
Penn Highlands Healthcare, U.S. settle false claims case
PITTSBURGH — Penn Highlands Healthcare — a Pennsylvania not-for-profit corporation operating a hospital system in north, central and western Pennsylvania — and several of its…
Weather-weary Texas battered again as powerful storm, strong winds kill 1, cause widespread damage
HOUSTON (AP) — Power outages remained widespread Wednesday in storm-weary Texas a day after another burst of severe weather flooded streets, uprooted trees and ripped off roofs….
Annual Greenways Awards recipients announced
Jordan Anderson, of Franklin; Ernst Conservation Seeds; and Titusville Iron Works will receive awards at the 2024 Greenways Awards Ceremony at 4 p.m. Thursday inside…
Brown Butter Balsamic Ravioli
Create ravioli with ease! Ravioli can tempt the taste buds. Ravioli are perfect pillows of pasta filled with cheese or other ingredients. Ravioli can…
Recent Deaths 05/29/24
Christina Lynne Womeldorf-Wurster, 58, of New Bethlehem, passed away May 24, 2024. Larry Caho, 84, of Franklin, passed away on May 25, 2024. Lois K….
Roughneck Gravel Roubaix attracts about 400 cyclists
The Roughneck Gravel Roubaix all-terrain bicycle race continues to ride on the event’s growing popularity. The third annual race, held by Oil Valley Endurance over…
Pet of the Day 05/28/24
Bowzer is a pug mix about 1.5 years old. He was dumped near interstate 80 because his owners didn’t want to take the time to…
Storms batter Texas again, leaving more than 1 million customers without power
HOUSTON (AP) — Strong storms with damaging winds and baseball-sized hail pummeled Texas on Tuesday, leaving more than 1 million businesses and homes without power as…
Growing and Using Garlic
This article is an overview of growing and using garlic, including six recipes. Many excellent varieties of garlic (Allium sativum) may be grown in…
Analysis: Korda is head and shoulders over her peers. She hopes winning is enough to help golf grow
LANCASTER, Pa. (AP) — Nelly Korda has won six of her last seven tournaments. She tied a record held by two LPGA greats, Nancy Lopez…
Eclairs
This French pastry is sweet and satisfying! An éclair is a delicious French dessert comprised of an eggy but airy pastry traditionally filled with custard…
Tour schedule announced for Sherman lighthouse in Tionesta
The Tionesta Lions Club has announced its tour schedule this year at the Sherman Memorial Lighthouse. The lighthouse will be open for tours from 1…
Recent Deaths 05/28/24
Debra “Deb” Goheen, 69, of Corsica, passed away May 24, 2024. Mary Anna Karnes, 88, of Emlenton, Mariasville, passed away late Friday evening, May 24,…
Franklin Madrigal performs
The Franklin Area High School Madrigal performed an evening of music at St. Joseph Church in Oil City on Thursday evening. The concert featured the…
Pet of the Day 05/25/24
Shadow II came to PAWS when he and his brother, Damian were surrendered. Although Damian was a little hissy and shy until he got comfortable…
Victory Elementary Career Day
Elementary students in the Franklin Area School District all got to see what their futures might hold this week at Career Days hosted by each…
Performing Arts Academy settles in at new Franklin locale
The Performing Arts Academy with Darin is very much enjoying the new home of its Franklin location after moving there last month. Formerly located across…
Mitch Keller keeps torrid May going by keeping Atlanta in check in Pittsburgh’s 4-1 win over Braves
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Mitch Keller pitched into the seventh inning, Nick Gonzales delivered an RBI double and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Atlanta Braves 4-1…
Turkey Burgers
Turkey does not garner much attention outside of Thanksgiving or other holidays when a roasted turkey is the centerpiece of a large family meal. However,…
Recent Deaths 05/25/24
Allen D. Byers, 72, of Shippenville, passed away on May 17, 2024. Barry L. Troutman, 82, of New Bethlehem, passed away Thursday, May 23, 2024….
North Clarion robotics teams compete at Worlds
The North Clarion High School robotics teams that competed at the world championships last month in Dallas, Texas, were both competitive in their divisions. The…
Pet of the Day 05/24/24
Jarvis (Jarvy) was abandoned in an apartment where he had to fend for himself. He is now ready for a home of his own. He…
Keystone High School honor roll
The following students at Keystone High School were named to the principal’s list or honor roll for the fourth-quarter grading period: Principal’s list Grade 7 —…
Union High School announces top students
Aleia Troup is the valedictorian and Makenzie Barger is the salutatorian of the Union High School Class of 2024. To read this complete article,…
Grandma’s Apple Pie
The phrase “as American as apple pie” may lead one to believe that this classic dessert originated somewhere in the Americas. But this beloved dessert…
Recent Deaths 05/24/24
David A. Fye, 73, of Kossuth, died on May 22, 2024. Donald E. “Don” Feely, 72, of Titusville, passed away on Wednesday, May 22, 2024….
Camarones Al Ajillo (Garlic Shrimp)
Shrimp dishes are quite popular. These scouring crustaceans are found in many oceans and come in various sizes. While most know that shrimp can be…
Cranberry students receive Walker award
Cranberry students Haylee Blauser, Karli Schneider and McKenzie Deloe (from left, starting second from left) received the Larry Walker Memorial SEI (Service, Effort and Initiative)…
Cranberry seniors honored during awards ceremony
Cranberry Area High School held its senior awards ceremony for the Class of 2024 in the high school auditorium on Monday. Award recipients are as…
Franklin Memorial Day ceremonies, parade set
Memorial Day will be observed Monday in Franklin with a parade and several services. A memorial service for U.S. Navy veterans will take place at…
Tionesta Market Village opens Friday
The Tionesta Market Village will open Friday for the season. Blacksmith Joe Gates and glass blower Damascus Glass will demonstrate on Saturday along with Birch…
Pet of the Day 05/23/24
Meet Augusta, the gorgeous dilute calico! Augusta recently came to us and is in search of a family to call her own! She is very…
Recent Deaths 05/23/24
Deborah Lynn Weaver, 71, of Kossuth, passed away May 18, 2024. Jennifer White, 38, of Somerset Ohio, passed away May 22, 2024. Rosalyn Eisner Wein,…
Pork Sliders with Horseradish Aoli
Sliders are pint-sized sandwiches that pack a wallop of flavor into each bite. There are different stories regarding how sliders came to be. Some posit…
North Clarion names top students
Julia G. Daum and Wade S. Peters are co-valedictorians and Lily N. Bell is the salutatorian of the North Clarion High School Class of 2024….
Clarion-Limestone announces top students
Ella Elizabeth Aaron is the valedictorian and Lilly Dawn Mahle is the salutatorian of the Clarion-Limestone High School Class of 2024. Aaron, the daughter of…
Nifty at 90: Franklin woman kept busy with family, friends, classmates
(The Nifty at 90 series in today’s newspaper spotlights Dawnice (McCandless) Umstead of Franklin. The article was submitted by her loved ones.) Dawnice (McCandless) Umstead…
Mulch – A Survey of Available Options
A gardener has many choices when it comes to mulch. This article covers the pros and cons of various types of organic, non-organic, and living…
Pet of the Day 05/22/24
Sweet Sadie came to us when her owner unfortunately passed away. She is two years old, and has a gorgeous tortoiseshell coat. Sadie is very…
UPMC provides no local data on staff reductions
In late April, UPMC announced about 1,000 workforce cuts were being issued throughout its 40-hospital system, but no information was provided on the number of…
Recent Deaths 05/22/24
Alice Pihoker, 66, of Parker, passed away on May 14, 2024. Bette J. Martin, 97, formerly of Dempseytown and a resident of Oil City, passed…
Pet of the Day 5/21/24
Meet Jake, a brave and athletic, friendly and affectionate, loyal and playful, and smart male adult dog! He’s an energetic and adventurous pup who’s always…
Driver burned in Sugarcreek vehicle fire
A vehicle fire broke out in the area of 52 Rocky Grove Ave. in Sugarcreek Borough, in front of Village Auto, at about 4:05 p.m….