Township to assist Cranberry robotics teams
From staff reports A couple of matters were discussed at Thursday’s brief Cranberry Township supervisors meeting. Eric Heil, the township zoning officer and interim township…
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Shelled city in north Ukraine fears becoming ‘next Mariupol’
LVIV, Ukraine (AP) — Nights are spent huddling underground from Russian strikes pounding their encircled city into rubble. Daylight hours are devoted to hunting down…
Ice shelf collapses in previously stable East Antarctica
The Associated Press An ice shelf the size of New York City has collapsed in East Antarctica, an area long thought to be stable and…
On last Europe day, Biden meets with Polish leader, refugees
WARSAW, Poland (AP) — Twenty-five years ago, Joe Biden visited Poland’s capital with a warning: Even though the Soviet Union had collapsed, some of NATO’s…
Foo Fighters drummer Taylor Hawkins dead at 50
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Taylor Hawkins, for 25 years the drummer for Foo Fighters and best friend of frontman Dave Grohl, has died during a…
Recent Deaths 3/26/22
Herman L Burgdorfer, 90, of Venus, died March 24, 2022. Janice C. Burch, 72, died March 25, 2022. Jane M. (Ritchey) McWillliams, 66, formerly of…
Fish with Bok Choy
(Family Features) Warmer weather is often welcome for a variety of reasons and dining outdoors can help take that appreciation to the next level. Keeping…
Pet of the Day 3/25/22
Cupid came to the rescue with her sister Comet when found wandering out on their own. Sadly, no one came looking for them so Cupid…
Impact of Small Business
We talk a lot in this column about the role of community organizations like the ORA, and we’ve touched somewhat on the role of individuals…
Spencer family news conference is Monday
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer The family of Peter Spencer, the Jamaican immigrant who was shot to death at a camp in Rockland Township in…
Saturday is Mentored Youth Trout Fishing Day in state
From staff reports Youths with an interest in fishing can get a jump on the state’s trout fishing season by participating in Mentored Youth Trout…
Putin’s war in Ukraine nearing possibly more dangerous phase
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Vladimir Putin’s war in Ukraine is approaching a new, potentially more dangerous phase after a month of fighting has left Russian…
Jan. 6 committee sets contempt vote for 2 former Trump aides
WASHINGTON (AP) — The House committee investigating the Capitol riot said Thursday that it had set a vote for next week to consider contempt of…
Oscars to celebrate ‘Godfather,’ ‘Bond’ — and ‘Bruno’
LOS ANGELES (AP) — James Bond didn’t get an Oscar nomination this year, but that doesn’t mean that he won’t be part of the ceremony….
Recent Deaths 3/25/22
Rosemary C. Britt, 78, of Plumer, died March 24, 2022. Robert D. Thompson, 86, of Fairmount City, died March 23, 2022. Gary William Jewell, 73,…
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Pet of the Day 3/24/22
Missy is an adult brown rosette Bengal cat. She does not do well with other cats and would do best in a home without young…
Mexican Grilled Corn Salad
(Family Features) Once the weather warms and the patio beckons, it’s time to break out the grill for home-cooked meals in the great outdoors. When…
Cooperstown man accused of threatening to kill woman
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer A Cooperstown man is facing charges for harassing and threatening to kill a woman in Oil City and her children….
Oil City’s Community Cleanup Day slated April 20
From staff reports Oil City’s annual Community Cleanup Day will be held Wednesday, April 20. Local businesses, organizations, groups, and individuals are invited to participate…
Zelenskyy pleads for aid as Biden, allies begin summits
BRUSSELS (AP) — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy called for “military assistance without limitations” as he addressed an emergency NATO summit Thursday, the first of three…
State police agencies sending body armor to Ukraine
HARRISBURG (AP) — The Pennsylvania State Police and the state Capitol Police are donating used body armor to efforts in Ukraine to deliver humanitarian aid…
Thompson leads Sabres to 4-3 shootout win over Penguins
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — Tage Thompson had two goals in regulation and scored in the shootout, Alex Tuch also had a shootout goal, and the…
Review: Bullock, Tatum serve up the charm in ‘The Lost City’
The Associated Press “The Lost City” is the kind of charming, star-driven, action-adventure that makes moviemaking look easy and effortless from the outside. It’s hard…
Recent Deaths 3/24/22
Richard A. Peterson, 76, of Oil City, formerly of Brainerd, Minnesota, died March 20, 2022. John “Jack” Brigham, 86, died March 17, 2022. Deloris I….
Pet of the Day 3/23/22
Dulce came to Clarion PAWS as a very pregnant young cat. She gave birth to her babies and, now that they’ve all been weaned, she’s…
Grilled Quinoa Paella
(Family Features) Once the weather warms and the patio beckons, it’s time to break out the grill for home-cooked meals in the great outdoors. When…
Insects in Winter
By Doug Tallamy Across the nation, homeowners, landscape designers, and land managers are recognizing the critical role our managed landscapes now play in sustaining the…
Grove optimistic about getting Pre-K Counts program going
By MAKAYLA KEATING Staff writer Valley Grove School Board members discussed the school district’s Pre-K program during the panel’s meeting Monday. The board approved advertising…
Oil Creek State Park to host events
From staff reports A tour of the Petroleum Centre train station hosted by Oil Creek State Park will be held from 1 to 2:30 p.m….
Biden seeks new sanctions, help for Ukrainians in Europe
WASHINGTON (AP) — With Europe facing its most precarious future since World War II, President Joe Biden will huddle with key allies in Brussels and…
State legislative races take shape after redistricting delay
HARRISBURG (AP) — A scramble to collect enough signatures over just a week and a half to make it onto the primary ballot began over…
Rakell debuts, Guentzel scores twice as Pens drill Columbus
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Rickard Rakell spent a decade chasing a Stanley Cup in Anaheim. It took him less than 24 hours to jump at the…
Review: War, love, memory explored in ‘Mothering Sunday’
The Associated Press History is factual. History is chronological. History is linear. But memory? Memory is none of those things. Memory is selective, memory is…
Recent Deaths 3/23/22
Janet D. (Kurtich) Keller, formerly of Franklin, died March 17, 2022. William A. “Cutty” Culbertson, 66, of Clarion, died March 20, 2022. Duane Lee “Pat”…
Theft of firearm
Pet of the Day 3/22/22
Peaches is very friendly and affectionate. She loves to have her neck scratched and is all about being petted and held. All cats have been…
Caramelized Onion, Mushroom and Bacon Pierogies
(Family Features) Whether you’re celebrating a special day or simply looking for an excuse to show her the love she deserves, giving mom the gift…
Setting Our Sights on the Allegheny
As we have gotten our regional redevelopment program off the ground, our first focus areas have been Emlenton and Oil City, where the ORA already…
Man convicted of all charges for sex assaults on young girl
From staff reports A former Venango County man has been found guilty in Venango County Court of more than 30 charges that accused him of…
Dinner to benefit Cranberry robotics teams
The Cranberry High School robotics team has qualified for the VEX Robotics World Championship in Dallas, Texas, from May 5-8. Team members pictured here are…
Ukraine retakes key Kyiv suburb; battle for Mariupol rages
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Ukraine said it retook a strategically important suburb of Kyiv early Tuesday, as Russian forces squeezed other areas near the capital…
Biden aides to Congress: Fund COVID aid, don’t cut budget
WASHINGTON (AP) — Congress should provide the $22.5 billion President Joe Biden wants for continuing the battle against COVID-19 without cutting other programs to pay…
Witherspoon acquires film rights to Dolly Parton novel
NEW YORK (AP) — With some support from her friend Reese Witherspoon, Dolly Parton is looking to be a movie star again. Parton is teaming…
Recent Deaths 3/22/22
Dean E. Fair, 92, of Chicora, died March 21, 2022. Donald “Dean” Graham, 82, of Clarion, died March 19, 2022. DeAnna L. Blauser, 56, of…
Pet of the Day 3/21/22
Allen is a sweet and playful boy available for adoption at Precious Paws Animal Rescue in Franklin. He is 13 weeks old and will weigh…
Herb Crusted Bone-In Leg of Lamb
(Family Features) From picnics and family reunions to al fresco meals on the patio, flavor and freshness can make springtime dishes truly mouthwatering. As you…
Sen. Toomey, Erie Veterans Affairs to Honor Vets
U.S. Sen. Pat Toomey and Erie County Veterans Affairs will be honoring Vietnam war veterans. Veterans who are eligible are invited to join the offices…
Ukraine rejects Russian demand for surrender in Mariupol
LVIV, Ukraine (AP) — Ukrainian officials defiantly rejected a Russian demand that their forces in Mariupol lay down arms and raise white flags Monday in…