Easter Roast
(Family Features) Even if Easter hosting duties fell on your plate this year and added one more thing to your holiday to-do list, that doesn’t…
2024
Woman accused of leaving grandchild with sex offender
From staff reports A Seneca woman is facing a child endangerment charge for leaving her granddaughter alone and unsupervised with her husband, who is a…
Collection event planned at Venango recycling center
From staff reports Venango County will sponsor a collection event for household hazardous waste and electronics from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, March 2,…
US, EU pile sanctions on Russia for Ukraine war’s 2nd anniversary, Navalny’s death
WASHINGTON (AP) — The United States and the European Union are piling new sanctions on Russia on the eve of the second anniversary of its…
AT&T says outage to its US cellphone network was not caused by cyberattack
The Associated Press AT&T said the hourslong outage to its U.S. cellphone network Thursday appeared to be the result of a technical error, not a…
Penguins give postseason hopes needed boost in 4-1 win over Canadiens
PITTSBURGH (AP) — An early mistake by Kris Letang put the Pittsburgh Penguins in the kind of hole they’ve struggled to dig out from at…
Fantasy franchise revived with Netflix’s live-action ‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’
NEW YORK (AP) — A new entry in the “Avatar” franchise is about to soar and James Cameron has no part in it. “Avatar: The…
Pet of the Day 2/22/24
Marshall was recently brought to us when his owner could no longer care for him. This handsome little dachshund and Jack Russell terrier mix weighs…
Taco Mac and Cheese
(Culinary.net) Macaroni and cheese is a beloved comfort food that’s easy to make during a busy week. With just a few extra ingredients and steps,…
Man held for court in 2022 robbery at Polk home
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer A York County man who police say was one of two men who broke into a Polk Borough home in…
Sugarcreek ends police coverage discussions with Franklin
From staff reports Sugarcreek Borough Council members announced Wednesday that the borough has ended discussions with the City of Franklin regarding police coverage in the…
Alabama hospital puts pause on IVF in wake of ruling saying frozen embryos are children
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — Alabama’s largest hospital paused in vitro fertilization treatments Wednesday as providers and patients across the state scrambled to assess the impact…
Americans reporting nationwide cellular outages from AT&T, Cricket Wireless and other providers
The Associated Press A number of Americans are dealing with cellular outages on AT&T, Cricket Wireless, Verizon, T-Mobile and other service providers, according to data…
Review: Hillary Swank gives inspirational ‘Ordinary Angels’ both the heart and heft it needs
The Associated Press At the end of “Ordinary Angels,” we’re given one of those now-see-how-it-really-happened moments with real footage mirroring the climax of the film….
Recent Deaths 2/22/24
Sharon T. Barr, 42, of St. Marys, died Feb. 17, 2024. Kinsley Ann Young died died Feb. 18, 2024. Marcella “Sal” Anne Hoover, 84, of…
Starting Plants Indoors from Seed
Gardeners can grow most annuals, biennials, and many herbaceous perennials from seed. Sowing seed is less expensive than buying established plants and requires little equipment….
Pet of the Day 2/21/24
Who doesn’t love a slice of Pie?! Introducing Pie, the 6-month-old pitty mix who is as sweet as… well.. Pie! This boy was recently brought…
Honey Mustard Crunch Salmon
(Family Features) Quick and easy family dinners often feel few and far between, but you can make them a more frequent occurrence by depending on…
McCabe addresses commissioners as she keeps Polk Center in spotlight
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer Venango County commissioners were reminded at their monthly meeting Tuesday about the closure of Polk Center about a year ago….
2 men charged with murder in deadly shooting at Kansas City’s Super Bowl celebration
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Two men charged with murder in last week’s shooting after the Kansas City Chiefs’ Super Bowl parade were strangers who…
Election officials in the US face daunting challenges in 2024. And Congress isn’t coming to help
WASHINGTON (AP) — With election season already underway, some state election officials are expressing frustration that Congress has yet to allocate federal money they have…
Pelech’s overtime goal lifts Islanders past skidding Penguins 5-4
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Adam Pelech found himself in an unusual position: on the ice in overtime, with plenty of room to work. The New York…
Recent Deaths 2/21/24
William G. “Bill” Albrecht, 68, of Marienville, formerly of Pittsburgh, died Feb. 18, 2024. Loretta Lou Zamperini, 91, of Seminole, died Feb. 20, 2024. Vicki…
Pet of the Day 2/20/24
Kind Khakee recently came to us as a stray and is looking for a new place to call home! Khakee is a 6-yea- old boy…
French Toast Casserole
(Culinary.net) On a cool, crisp morning, it’s hard to beat an exciting twist on a breakfast classic. This French Toast Casserole is crisp on top…
GI Bill Stifled by Overregulation
VFW National Legislative Deputy Director Kristina Keenan spoke on a legislative panel at the midwinter meeting of the National Association of State Approving Agencies. These…
UN Security Council is voting on Gaza cease-fire, with US certain to veto
UNITED NATIONS (AP) — Arab nations are putting to a vote a U.N. resolution demanding an immediate humanitarian cease-fire in Gaza, knowing it will be…
Capital One to buy Discover for $35 billion in deal that combines major US credit card companies
NEW YORK (AP) — Capital One Financial said it will buy Discover Financial Services for $35 billion, in a deal that would bring together two…
‘Bob Marley: One Love’ stirs up $27.7M weekend, ‘Madame Web’ flops
NEW YORK (AP) — Paramount Pictures’ Bob Marley biopic “Bob Marley: One Love” outperformed expectations to debut at No. 1 at the box office with…
Recent Deaths 2/20/24
Dorothy M. (Carmichael) “Dot” Fowler, 98, of Brookville, died Feb. 16, 2024. Sherry L. Mechling, 68, of Worthington, formerly of Parker, died Feb. 17, 2024….
Kempe scores twice late as Kings spoil ‘Jaromir Jagr Day’ with 2-1 win over Penguins
Kempe scores twice late as Kings spoil ‘Jaromir Jagr Day’ with 2-1 win over Penguins By WILL GRAVES AP Sports Writer PITTSBURGH (AP) — Adrian…
Russia says it has crushed the last pocket of resistance in Avdiivka to complete the city’s capture
Russia says it has crushed the last pocket of resistance in Avdiivka to complete the city’s capture By SUSIE BLANN Associated Press KYIV, Ukraine (AP)…
Most of Russia’s opposition is either dead, in exile abroad or in prison at home. What happens now?
Most of Russia’s opposition is either dead, in exile abroad or in prison at home. What happens now? By EMMA BURROWS Associated Press LONDON (AP)…
Oil City mayor enthused about junior council program
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer Oil City Council is looking for high school students living in Oil City to apply for council’s new junior council…
OC water workers will go door to door to check meters
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer In the coming weeks, Oil City residents can expect to see city water department workers, dressed in florescent green, out…
Over 400 detained in Russia as country mourns the death of Alexei Navalny, Putin’s fiercest foe
The Associated Press Over 400 people were detained in Russia while paying tribute to opposition leader Alexei Navalny, who died at a remote Arctic penal…
Israel strikes across Gaza as US says it will block another cease-fire resolution at UN
RAFAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — Israeli strikes across Gaza killed at least 18 people overnight and into Sunday, according to medics and witnesses, as the…
Bridge Builders scholarship applications available
From staff reports Applications for the more than 70 scholarship funds administered by the Bridge Builders Community Foundation are open for students who live in…
ORAS to hold eclipse event
From staff reports The Oil Region Astronomical Society will host a total solar eclipse event that is free and open to the public on April…
Judge orders Trump to pay $355 million in civil fraud ruling
NEW YORK (AP) — A New York judge ordered Donald Trump on Friday to pay $355 million in penalties, finding that the former president lied…
Biden praises ‘Herculean efforts’ to rebuild at the site of last February’s Ohio train derailment
EAST PALESTINE, Ohio (AP) — President Joe Biden on Friday surveyed the federal cleanup in East Palestine, Ohio, more than a year after an explosive…
Everything you need to know about this year’s Oscars
NEW YORK (AP) — After a winter barrage of award shows — the Emmys, the Golden Globes, the Grammys — the grandaddy of them all,…
Recent Deaths 2/17/24
Robert Leo Shettler, 92, of Knox, died Feb. 15, 2024. Melanie Ann Benn, 54, of Clarion, died Feb. 15, 2024. Andrew William Shawgo died Feb….
Pet of the Day 2/16/24
Curious calico Keeley is in search of a new address! Keeley recently came to us a stray, so we have no history for her. She…
Orange Juice Spicy Margaritas
(Family Features) Breezy spring days can lead you on nearly any adventure, and they can happen in your own backyard, on a short road trip…
Destination Brands Key to Successful Tourism
“What happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas.” If you were to mention this phrase to any stranger on the street, it is likely that they…
OC fire at East End shack appears intentionally set
From staff reports No one was injured in a fire early Wednesday evening at a shack in the 800 block of East Second Street in…
Several statewide races, including U.S. Senate, on ballots
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer The battle for president and several statewide contests, including a U.S. Senate race, will also be featured on the April…
Western officials, Kremlin critics blame Putin and his government for Navalny’s death
TALLINN, Estonia (AP) — World leaders and Russian opposition activists wasted no time Friday in blaming the reported death of imprisoned opposition leader Alexei Navalny…
Verdict in Trump’s civil fraud trial expected Friday, capping busy week of court action
NEW YORK (AP) — A verdict is expected Friday in Donald Trump’s New York civil fraud trial, adding to a consequential week on the former…