Supreme Court seems poised to reject efforts to kick Trump off ballot over Capitol riot
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court seems poised to reject attempts to kick former President Donald Trump off the 2024 ballot, with conservative and liberal…
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Here’s what you can expect from Super Bowl commercials this Sunday
NEW YORK (AP) — Big name advertisers will be pulling out all the stops on Super Bowl Sunday — enlisting high-profile actors, investing in dazzling…
Recent Deaths 2/9/24
Stephen Michael Fornof, 41, of Oil City, died Feb. 7, 2024. Richard F. Williams died Feb. 7, 2024. For complete obituaries, pick up a…
Pruning Blueberries in Home Fruit Plantings
The philosophy behind blueberry pruning is to constantly renew the older, decreasingly productive canes by cutting them out and forcing new canes. The plant is…
Pet of the Day 2/8/24
Tawny, the gorgeous tabby, was recently brought back to us when there were too many cats in the home. Tawny is approximately 2 years old,…
Jesse’s Spicy Guac
(Family Features) If hosting isn’t your specialty but you’ve been named quarterback of the game day party, don’t let the pressure overwhelm you. Coming through…
Rig goes off embankment, no one hurt
No one was injured Tuesday evening after this rig missed a turn into the industrial pull off near the entrance to Two Mile Run Road…
2 men tie for People’s Choice Award at Nature Art Showcase
From staff reports Hydetown’s Scott Smith and Clarion’s Frank Bouch tied for first place for the People’s Choice Award at the Nature Art Showcase and…
Supreme Court hears landmark election case seeking to kick Trump off ballot over Capitol attack
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court on Thursday will hear former President Donald Trump’s appeal to remain on the 2024 ballot, the justices’ most consequential…
5 Marines aboard helicopter that went down outside San Diego are confirmed dead, military says
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Five U.S. Marines aboard a helicopter that went down during stormy weather in the mountains outside of San Diego are confirmed…
Catering to the food movie, ‘The Taste of Things’ serves up a mouthwatering feast
NEW YORK (AP) — Think of food and movies and your mind could quickly whip up a five-course meal. Maybe a few hard-boiled eggs, to…
Recent Deaths 2/8/24
Leroy W. Winger, 74, of Seneca, died Feb. 6, 2024. Robin Kay Raup, 65, of Rocky Grove, died. Georgia A. Strawbridge, 78, of Oil City,…
Pet of the Day 2/7/24
Dale recently came to us as a stray and we are still getting to know him. He is about 5 years old and looking for…
Blueberry Crumble
(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…
Cherrytree home destroyed by blaze; no one injured
By HELEN FIELDING Staff writer No injuries resulted from a seven-and-a-half hour structure fire that broke out late Monday evening at 1285 Stone Springhouse Road…
Engineer will evaluate St. Stephen Church property
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer St. Stephen Church in Oil City will be evaluated by a structural engineer on Thursday in the wake of a…
Biden sets tighter standards for deadly soot pollution from tailpipes, smokestacks
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Biden administration is setting tougher standards for deadly soot pollution, saying that reducing fine particle matter from tailpipes, smokestacks and other…
Jarry gets NHL-best 6th shutout as Penguins blank slumping Jets 3-0
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Tristan Jarry stopped 24 shots in his NHL-leading sixth shutout this season and the Pittsburgh Penguins beat the slumping Winnipeg Jets 3-0…
Review: A village in Bhutan learns about democracy and teaches us, too, in ‘Monk and the Gun’
The Associated Press “Why are you teaching us to be so rude?” the elderly village woman asks a Bhutanese election official in “The Monk and the…
Recent Deaths 2/7/24
Barbara A. Wigton, 56, of Lucinda, died Feb. 6, 2024. Bruce Adams, Jr., 75, of New Bethlehem, died Feb. 4, 2024. Barbara L. Sterner, 73,…
Pet of the Day 2/6/24
Chip, the chihuahua mix, came to us as a stray, so we don’t have any background for him. He is approximately 3 years old and…
Refrigerator Rolls
(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…
Cole McMahon Heart of Gold recipient chosen
From staff reports Kamdyn Reagle, a junior at Oil City High School, has been chosen as the recipient of the annual Cole McMahon “Heart of…
Nominations open for FLEX Young Professional of the Year
From staff reports Future Leaders and Entrepreneurs Exchange (FLEX), the young professionals organization of the Venango Area Chamber of Commerce, has announced that nominations are…
Senate Republicans resist advancing on border policy bill, leaving aid for Ukraine in doubt
WASHINGTON (AP) — Facing a torrent of criticism from conservatives, Senate Republicans on Monday resisted advancing on a bipartisan proposal intended to clamp down on…
Trump’s fate and an obscure section of the Constitution collide at Supreme Court
WASHINGTON (AP) — From civil rights to privacy, the 14th Amendment has been a foundation for forging the norms of American law and democracy. But…
Toby Keith, country singer-songwriter, dies at 62 after batting stomach cancer
The Associated Press Toby Keith, a hit country crafter of pro-American anthems who both riled up critics and was loved by millions of fans, has…
Recent Deaths 2/6/24
Jason L. “Jake” Hoffman died Feb. 4, 2024. Jane S. Hayes, 74, of Titusville, died Feb. 3, 2024. Bruce Edward Adams, Jr., 77, of New…
House Hearing on Survivor Outreach
The House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs held an oversight hearing on gaps in VA’s outreach to survivors for benefits and services. VFW Auxiliary member Gabriella…
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…
Pet of the Day 2/5/24
Meet Lee, the friendly young hound mix who is full of love! Lee recently came to us as a stray, so we don’t have any…
Franklin man dies in rollover crash
From staff reports Venango County 911 said that Polk police, and Polk and Sandycreek fire departments responded to the scene of a fatal vehicle rollover…
Grammys are Taylor Swift’s world on a night when women like Cyrus, Mitchell and Chapman also shine
The Associated Press It’s Taylor Swift’s world, and she just allows us to live in it. After weeks where she attracted endless attention for her football star boyfriend and…
Governor to deliver budget while seeking money for higher education and public transit
HARRISBURG (AP) — Gov. Josh Shapiro is set to deliver a second budget proposal to Pennsylvania lawmakers on Tuesday with a firmer grasp on how…
‘Argylle,’ with checkered reviews, flops with $18M for the big-budget Apple release
NEW YORK (AP) — Apple has had its first box office flop. “Argylle,” the $200-million star-studded spy thriller from Apple Studios, debuted with $18 million in…
Recent Deaths 2/5/24
Floyd N. Cotherman, 76, of Knox, died Feb. 3, 2024. Robert B. Seth, 87, of Oil City, died Feb. 2, 2024. Rose Marie “Rosie” Clark,…
Seneca man facing numerous charges related to child porn
From staff reports A Seneca man is facing numerous charges for possessing and creating child pornography over the past eight years. A criminal complaint filed…
Aqua continues to operate Venango Water
By MAKAYLA KEATING Staff writer More than six months have passed since a Petro Erie wastewater spill contaminated Bellows Spring, which serves as the source…
House Republicans announce bill that provides more military aid to Israel but leaves out Ukraine
WASHINGTON (AP) — House Republicans will move forward with a $17.6 billion package that provides military aid to Israel and replenish U.S. weapons, but leaves…
After new US strikes hitting Yemen, Iran issues a warning about suspected spy ships in the Mideast
JERUSALEM (AP) — Iran issued a warning Sunday to the U.S. over potentially targeting two cargo ships in the Mideast long suspected of serving as…
Cancer Society Daffodil Days orders due by Feb. 13
From staff reports Orders and payments for the American Cancer Society’s Daffodil Days in Venango County are due by Tuesday, Feb. 13. Items available for…
Several programs on tap at Tionesta library
From staff reports The Sarah Stewart Bovard Memorial Library in Tionesta is expanding its programs and offering more opportunities for the public. Here is a…
Iranian-backed militia official downplays the US strikes in Iraq, hints at deescalation
BAGHDAD (AP) — An Iraqi militia official on Saturday hinted at a desire to de-escalate tensions in the Middle East following retaliatory strikes launched by…
Carl Weathers, who starred in ‘Rocky’ movies and ‘The Mandalorian,’ dies
NEW YORK (AP) — Carl Weathers, a former NFL linebacker who became a Hollywood action movie and comedy star, playing nemesis-turned-ally Apollo Creed in the…
Recent Deaths 2/3/24
Nancy Louise Cochran, 74, of Oil City, died Feb. 2, 2024. Dennis Luttenauer, 72, of Marienville, died Jan. 29, 2024. Mary Jane Lockett, 92, of…
Pet of the Day 2/2/24
Ruby Tuesday is a very friendly and affectionate two-year-old short hair looking for a new address! This lovely girl is missing some hair due to…
Tart Cherry Brownie Bites
(Family Features) For many, enjoying a small indulgence can serve as a reward for a job well done or a mood-boosting pick-me-up. In fact, mindful…
Public and Private Sectors Join to Benefit Redevelopment
Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) are collaborative endeavors between government or public entities and private-sector entities. Over the past few decades, PPPs have gained considerable traction as…
Franklin man accused of inappropriate contact with minor
From staff reports A Franklin man is facing charges for inappropriately touching a juvenile girl as well as exposing himself in front of her. Franklin…
Senate is headed for a crucial test vote on new border policies and Ukraine aid
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Senate will hold a crucial test vote next week on legislation that would pair new policies at the southern border with…