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Recent Deaths 4/27/24

Teresa Kay Whitman, 69, of Meadville, died April 24, 2024.   For complete obituaries, pick up a copy of The Derrick for this day or…





Planting at Suzette memorial

By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer Students from the applied horticulture and natural resources program at Venango Technology Center in Oil City planted shrubs Thursday at…





Recent Deaths 4/26/24

Betty Louise Huff, 35, of Franklin, died April 23, 2024. Alice L. Muir, 82, of Shippenville, died April 24, 2024. Paul E. VanSlyke, 60, of…


Pet of the Day 4/25/24

Meet Rudy! This lovely guy is only about 1 year old so he still has some kitten in him! Friendly and affectionate, Rudy enjoys spending…


Tart Cherry Unity Pie

(Family Features) Celebration-worthy treats are perfect ways to cap off days spent with those you love, whether there’s a special occasion or you’re simply looking…







Recent Deaths 4/25/24

James R. Bowen, 98, of Franklin, died April 24, 2024. David G. Deets, 84, of Cooperstown, died April 24, 2024. Cory R. Osier, 46, of…


Crisp Apple Tacos

(Family Features) From fajitas and tacos to everything in between, fueling your Cinco de Mayo fiesta starts with delicious food that brings everyone to the…


Pet of the Day 4/24/24

Meet the beautiful Annie! Annie is a high-energy, 4-year-old Australian shepherd who is looking for an experienced adopter. Annie would love an active home, that…









Recent Deaths 4/24/24

James Albert Hartle, 85, of Marble, died April 22, 2024. Joseph H. Drozdo, 84, of Seneca, died April 22, 2024. Benny Bagnato, 71, of Sugarcreek,…


Serving Families in Need

By JACIE REAGLE Student contributor Cranberry High School received astounding results from the 2nd annual volleyball benefit tournament held on April 17th. The students raised…


Pet of the Day 4/23/24

Meet Abby, the gorgeous 2-year-old medium-haired kitty! Abby came to us as a stray, so we don’t know her history. What we do know is…








Recent Deaths 4/23/24

Edwin M. “Ed” Lohr, 93, of Centerville, died April 21, 2024. Daniel James Ochs, Sr., 62, of Lucinda, died April 20, 2024. Julie Ann (Bower)…




Gearing up for Texas

By LILYAN CARTER Student contributor “This truly is ‘the world cup’ of robotics,” said Dan O’Brien, 8th grade robotics teacher and after-school robotics coach at…