Notre Dame Cathedral’s restoration has been a 5-year journey of dedication and recovery
PARIS (AP) — The restoration of Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris following a tragic blaze in April 2019 is a story of dedication and recovery….
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US defense chief vows continued aid to Ukraine, even as Congress is stalled on funding bill
RAMSTEIN AIR BASE, Germany (AP) — Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin vowed Tuesday that the U.S. will continue to support Ukraine’s war effort against Russia, even…
‘Kung Fu Panda 4’ repeats at No. 1 on the box office charts
The Associated Press “Kung Fu Panda 4” stayed at the top of the North American box office in its second weekend in theaters. The Universal…
Recent Deaths 3/19/24
Robert J. Bish, 80, of Fairmount City, died March 17, 2024. James Royd “Jim” Rhodes, 89, of Grove City, died March 18, 2024. Allan Luther…
Pet of the Day 3/18/24
Meet Roozen, the lovable 7 year old who will steal your heart with his affectionate nature and cute little beauty mark. Roozen loves people and…
Sweetpotato Breakfast Bake
(Family Features) Starting a journey toward better health and wellness can begin the same way you can (and should) start each day: with a nutritious…
VFW-SVA Legislative Fellows on Capital Hill
Six 2023/2024 VFW-SVA Legislative Fellows traveled to our nation’s capital to participate in the VFW Washington Conference. Joining VFW delegations from their respective states, the…
UN says ‘famine is imminent’ in northern Gaza as Israel launches another raid on main hospital
RAFAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — The U.N. food agency said Monday that “famine is imminent” in northern Gaza, where 70% of the remaining population is…
Supreme Court ruling in social media case could set standards for free speech in digital age
WASHINGTON (AP) — In a busy term that could set standards for free speech in the digital age, the Supreme Court on Monday is taking…
Crosby stars as the Penguins beat the Red Wings 6-3
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Sidney Crosby matched Wayne Gretzky for the seventh-most goals with a single franchise in NHL history, and the Pittsburgh Penguins beat the…
Recent Deaths 3/18/24
Jeffrey A. Dinger, 69, of Oil City, died March 16, 2024. John C. “Jack” Hynes, 98, of Oil City, died March 16, 2024. Sandra “Sandy”…
Oil City Council updated on Veterans Bridge plans
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer Oil City Council heard more about the upcoming closure of Veterans Bridge as well as plans for street paving in…
General Authority updated on Franklin water, sewer projects
By HELEN FIELDING Staff writer Fresh drinking water should soon be flowing through a new waterline along Wintergreen Drive in Franklin, which is anticipated to…
Russians crowd polling stations in apparent protest as Putin is set to extend his rule
The Associated Press Russians crowded outside polling stations at midday Sunday on the last day of a three-day presidential election, apparently heeding an opposition call…
Panarin collects five points as surging Rangers race past reeling Penguins 7-4
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Artemi Panarin isn’t ready to consider if this is the finest season of his nine-year career. It looks as if he is…
Husband of slain pregnant Amish woman testifies his young children told him of the killing
MEADVILLE (AP) — The husband of a pregnant Amish woman killed inside her rural Pennsylvania home late last month testified Friday that his two young…
Laymen’s Service, Cross Walk set for Good Friday in Oil City
From staff reports A Laymen’s Service and subsequent Cross Walk will once again take place on Good Friday (March 29) in Oil City. The 57th…
Judge delays Trump’s hush-money criminal trial until mid-April, citing last-minute evidence dump
NEW YORK (AP) — Donald Trump’s New York hush-money criminal trial was delayed Friday until at least mid-April as the judge seeks answers about a…
Steelers trade Kenny Pickett to the Eagles after signing Russell Wilson, sources tell the AP
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The brief and tumultuous Kenny Pickett era in Pittsburgh is over. The Steelers are trading the quarterback to the Philadelphia Eagles, multiple…
‘Civil War,’ an election-year provocation, premieres at SXSW film festival
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — “Civil War,” Alex Garland’s election-year provocation, debuted Thursday at the SXSW Film and TV Festival, unveiling a violent vision of a…
Recent Deaths 3/16/24
Mary K. Johnson, 83, of Reno, died March 13, 2024. Henry E. Beichner, 82, of Shippenville, died March 11, 2024. William C. Fesenmyer, 74, of…
Pet of the Day 3/15/24
Sweet little Poco recently was found as a stray and is in search of a new address! Super affectionate and lovable, this little boy just…
Roasted Pecans
(Family Features) The foundation of healthy eating may include nutritious breakfasts, lunches and dinners, but just as important are the snacks in-between meals. Regardless of…
Open house is March 23 for veteran’s 100th birthday
The family of Charles Cauvel, who is a World War II veteran, is hosting an open house in honor of his 100th birthday from 2…
Proposed US resolution would back global efforts for cease-fire in Gaza
UNITED NATIONS (AP) — The United States circulated the final draft of a United Nations Security Council resolution late Thursday that would support international efforts…
Ludvig, Rakell help Penguins pull away from Sharks, 6-3
PITTSBURGH (AP) — John Ludvig and Rickard Rakell scored two minutes apart in the third period and the Pittsburgh Penguins pulled away from the San…
Review: Man and dog and adventure racing in ‘Arthur the King’
The Associated Press The new Mark Wahlberg movie “ Arthur the King ” is the cinematic version of an inspirational classroom poster. It means well and has…
Recent Deaths 3/15/24
Amy Marie Greene, 47, of Sarver, died March 12, 2024. Maxine Simpson, 92, of Emlenton, died March 12, 2024. For complete obituaries, pick up…
Pet of the Day 3/14/24
Meet Gino! This handsome fella came to us as a stray with porcupine quills, so we are still getting to know him. With his quills…
Pecan Chickpea Cookie Dough Bites
(Family Features) The foundation of healthy eating may include nutritious breakfasts, lunches and dinners, but just as important are the snacks in-between meals. Regardless of…
Venango is Future Ready
By RAQUEL KNIGHT Student contributor On Thursday, Feb. 29, the VenangoREADY Education Committee for the Venango Chamber of Commerce held its Educator event and Industry…
Growing Spinach, A Cool-Season Vegetable
Spinach (Spinacia oleracea ) is a vitamin-rich, delicious, leafy green that is best grown in the cool weather of either spring or fall. The many…
Deep Hollow rollover accident
This one-vehicle rollover crash occurred at about 5 p.m. Wednesday on Deep Hollow Road just outside Oil City. The crash caused a section of the…
Drake Well expands library pass program
From staff reports Drake Well Museum and Park has expanded its library pass program to include Meadville Public Library. The museum created the program in…
Biden is coming out in opposition to plans to sell US Steel to a Japanese company
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden is coming out in opposition to the planned sale of U.S. Steel to Nippon Steel of Japan, saying in…
Shapiro unveils plan to cut greenhouse gases, boost renewables in big energy producer
SCRANTON (AP) — Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro unveiled a plan Wednesday to fight climate change, saying he will back legislation to make power plant owners…
‘The Girls on the Bus’ takes you on a soapy ride with reporters following presidential campaigns
The Associated Press Just in time for election year, a new Max series called “The Girls on the Bus” follows female journalists who are part…
Recent Deaths 3/14/24
Margaret Ann Beightol, 93, of Franklin, died March 12, 2024. Janice Helene (Anderson) Horn died March 9, 2024. Suzann Slagle, 90, of Titusville, died March…
Pet of the Day 3/13/24
Sweet Shirley was brought to us when her elderly owner could no longer care for her. She is approximately 5 years old and weighs just…
Kid-Friendly Mexican Cinnamon Cookies
(Family Features) Whether Cinco de Mayo means an opportunity to celebrate your family’s heritage or it’s simply an excuse to gather with the ones you…
Pennwest Homes workers end strike
From staff reports Pennwest Homes and its union workers recently arrived at an agreement on a new contract. Representatives with both the Emlenton-area company and…
ORA accepting nominations for Historic Preservation Awards
From staff reports The Oil Region Alliance is accepting nominations for this year’s Oil Region Historic Preservation Awards. Nomination forms and eligibility requirements are available…
Putin is set to win 6 more years in power. Here’s how it will affect the war and Russia’s relations
The Associated Press Vladimir Putin is poised to sweep to another six-year term in this week’s presidential election, even though Russians are dying in Ukraine in a war…
Biden, Trump clinch nominations, setting stage for general election rematch
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump clinched their parties’ presidential nominations Tuesday with decisive victories in a slate of low-profile…
Batherson’s OT goal lifts Senators over Penguins 2-1, stops 7-game skid
OTTAWA, Ontario (AP) — Drake Batherson scored 3:13 into overtime, and the Ottawa Senators ended a seven-game winless streak with a 2-1 victory over the…
As TikTok bill steams forward, online influencers put on their lobbying hats to visit Washington
WASHINGTON (AP) — Lawmakers, meet your latest lobbyists: online influencers from TikTok. The platform is once again bringing influencers to Washington, this time to lobby…
Recent Deaths 3/13/24
George Wesley Bryan, 80, of Oil City, died March 9, 2024. Harry R. Truax, 73, of Rimersburg, died March 11, 2024. James E. “Worm” Van…
Pet of the Day 3/12/24
Meet Chuck, the hound mix with a smile as big as his heart! This handsome boy came to us as a stray, so we don’t…
Mexican Cactus Pork Stew
(Family Features) Whether Cinco de Mayo means an opportunity to celebrate your family’s heritage or it’s simply an excuse to gather with the ones you…
OC couple facing child endangerment, drug charges
By HELEN FIELDING Staff writer A Oil City man and woman are facing child endangerment and drug charges after suspected drugs were found to be…