Book Illustrates Importance of Forward Thinking
Last week I shared the inspirational tale of a little town in Kentucky that has done well for itself through persistence, partnerships, and positive thinking….
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Film festival starts Sept. 10
From staff reports The Oil Valley Film Festival will be held Friday through Monday, Sept. 10-13, for its sixth season. The event will feature 23…
Local libraries go fine-free
By LAURA O’NEIL Staff writer The libraries of the Oil Region Library Association have stopped charging fines for overdue books. “For fine-free, we’ve officially launched,”…
US hospitals hit with nurse staffing crisis amid COVID
The Associated Press The COVID-19 pandemic has created a nurse staffing crisis that is forcing many U.S. hospitals to pay top dollar to get the…
More than 45 dead after Ida’s remnants blindside Northeast
NEW YORK (AP) — A stunned U.S. East Coast faced a rising death toll, surging rivers and tornado damage Thursday after the remnants of Hurricane…
Cubs beat Pirates 6-5 on Difo error in 11th
CHICAGO (AP) — Sergio Alcántara scampered home when second baseman Wilmer Difo mishandled a popup in the 11th inning, and the Chicago Cubs beat the…
Marvel’s ‘Shang-Chi’ jabs, flips Asian American film cliches
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Like a lot of Asian actors, Simu Liu has played the nameless guy who can do martial arts but inevitably loses…
Recent Deaths 9/3/21
Kimberly Shaffer-Brown died Aug. 19, 2021. Marion Mae Suplee, 84, of Franklin, formerly of Lady Lake, Fla., died Aug. 30, 2021. Vera L. Moyer, 81,…
Pet of the Day 9/2/21
Hi everyone, my name is Thumper! I got my name because of the way I hop around like a bunny. Someone said I do it…
One Pan Mac and Cheese
(Family Features) Dinnertime dishes loaded with nutrients help keep loved ones connected while refueling after busy days spent at work and school. Dairy foods –…
ATV trail study meeting rescheduled
From staff reports The public meeting on the results of the ATV Trail Feasibility Study Public Survey, conducted by the Oil Region Alliance, has been…
Pithole City lantern tours planned
From staff reports Lantern tours of historic Pithole City will be held from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 2. The living history event will…
Death toll rises after Ida’s remnants hit Northeast
NEW YORK (AP) — The remnants of Hurricane Ida dumped historic rain over New York City, with at least nine deaths linked to flooding in…
Rookie Sheets hits 2 HRs, White Sox beat Pirates 6-3
CHICAGO (AP) — Rookie Gavin Sheets hit two home runs, leading the Chicago White Sox to a 6-3 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Wednesday…
Review: In ‘Worth,’ weighing the personal losses of 9/11
The Associated Press “What is life worth?” asks Washington lawyer Kenneth J. Feinberg (Michael Keaton) in the opening scenes of the based-on-a-true-story drama “Worth,” while writing the…
Recent Deaths 9/2/21
Kathleen Sue Britton, 63, formerly of Oil City, died Aug. 31, 2021. Audrey Dick, 81, of Utica, died Sept. 1, 2021. Geraldine Fern (Best) Bowser,…
Halyday Run crash
Chicken, Spinach and Feta Casserole
(Family Features) Dinnertime dishes loaded with nutrients help keep loved ones connected while refueling after busy days spent at work and school. Dairy foods –…
Pet of the Day 9/1/21
Bailey came to us recently as a stray. She is super sweet and gentle. She does get excited to go outside but she also loves…
Plan a Backyard Wildlife Habitat
Basic steps you can take to make your garden a safe haven for beneficial wildlife. When I planned my flower and vegetable gardens, I envisioned…
Oil City rail line work continues
From staff reports As heavy hammers pounded and pry bars lifted, the sound of clanging steel could be heard on North Seneca Street in Oil…
In Ida’s aftermath, no quick relief in sight for Louisiana
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Louisiana residents still reeling from flooding and damage caused by Hurricane Ida scrambled for food, gas, water, and relief from the…
State mandates masks in K-12 schools, day cares
HARRISBURG (AP) — Masks will be required in all Pennsylvania public and private schools, as well as child care facilities, Gov. Tom Wolf announced Tuesday,…
Grandal, Abreu power White Sox to 4-2 win over Pirates
The Associated Press Yasmani Grandal and Jose Abreu homered, and five relievers combined for 4 2/3 innings of two-hit ball as the Chicago White Sox…
Mike Richards is out as producer of ‘Jeopardy!’ and ‘Wheel’
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Mike Richards is out as executive producer of “Jeopardy!”, days after he exited as the quiz show’s newly appointed host because…
Recent Deaths 9/1/21
Jacqueline Sue “Jackie” Reed, 62, of Franklin, died Aug. 28, 2021. Judy A. Ray, 76, of Virginia Beach, died Aug. 13, 2021. For complete…
Pet of the Day 8/31/21
Sophia is a sweet young girl who would love to be part of a family. She seems like she might have some separation anxiety tendencies,…
Chicken Cordon Bleu Kebabs
(Family Features) Dinnertime dishes loaded with nutrients help keep loved ones connected while refueling after busy days spent at work and school. Dairy foods –…
State System grants to help financially struggling students
From staff reports Pennsylvania’s State System of Higher Education, working with the State System Foundation, has announced an initiative to help prevent dropout among at-risk…
Last troops exit Afghanistan, ending America’s longest war
WASHINGTON (AP) — The United States has completed its withdrawal from Afghanistan, ending America’s longest war and closing a chapter in military history likely to…
Federal aid ending for hundreds of thousands in PA
HARRISBURG (AP) — Hundreds of thousands of Pennsylvanians will lose federal pandemic unemployment benefits after this week, including an extra $300 per week, an extra…
Hold the line: Steelers like depth with DE Tuitt uncertain
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Chris Wormley is ready to do whatever the Pittsburgh Steelers ask. Nose tackle. Defensive end. Line up in a four-point stance. Stand…
Review: A revival for Kanye West on divorce album ‘Donda’
The Associated Press Kanye West donned a full face mask to host three livestreamed listening parties for his 10th studio album. Beyond that, he didn’t…
Recent Deaths 8/31/21
Roxanne M. Culp, 62, of Shippenville, died Aug. 29, 2021. Lydia Rose Skonieczny, 1, of Franklin, died Aug. 27, 2021. John “Jack” Mogle died Aug….
Pet of the Day 8/30/21
Snickers is such a handsome boy! He has the sad puppy eyes down pat. He seems to be a little nervous here in the shelter…
Pine Nut Strawberry Rice Bars
(Family Features) As children head back to school and parents work to balance hectic schedules, it can be difficult to maintain a meal plan that…
History of the End of World War II
On Aug. 14, 1945, it was announced that Japan had surrendered unconditionally to the Allies, effectively ending World War II. Since then, both Aug. 14…
Rockets fired at Kabul airport but US flights continue
KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) — Rocket fire apparently targeting Kabul’s international airport struck a nearby neighborhood on Monday, the eve of the deadline for U.S. troops…
Hurricane Ida traps Louisianans, leaves the grid a shambles
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — A fearsome Hurricane Ida left scores of coastal Louisiana residents trapped by floodwaters and pleading to be rescued Monday while making…
Tsutsugo hits game-ending homer, Pirates beat Cardinals 4-3
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Yoshi Tsutsugo hit a three-run homer off Alex Reyes in the ninth inning, sending the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 4-3 victory over…
‘Candyman’ slashes way toward No. 1 box office spot
LOS ANGELES (AP) — “Candyman” hooked the top spot at the North American box office. The Universal Pictures film starring Yahya Abdul-Mateen II impressively pulled…
Recent Deaths 8/30/21
L. Jean Griebel, 91, formerly of Miola, died Aug. 28, 2021. Donald James Toy, 85, of New Bethlehem, died Aug. 29, 2021. Gerald E. Dwyer,…
Virus still frustrates Franklin school leaders, community
By DILLON PROVENZA Staff writer Mask wearing and other COVID-19 issues remained a frustrating topic of conversation for Franklin school leaders and community members at…
Kayak event returns to shine light on suicide
By LAURA O’NEIL Staff writer The Shine a Light on Suicide night kayak event will return to Two Mile Run County Park from 6:30 to…
Hurricane Ida winds hit 150 mph ahead of Louisiana strike
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Hurricane Ida rapidly grew in strength early Sunday, becoming a dangerous Category 4 hurricane just hours before hitting the Louisiana coast…
Biden to pay respects to US troops killed in Afghanistan
DOVER AIR FORCE BASE, Del. (AP) — President Joe Biden embarked on a solemn journey Sunday to honor and mourn the 13 U.S. troops killed…
Wainwright shuts down Pirates again in 13-0 St. Louis win
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Adam Wainwright is waiting for longtime St. Louis Cardinals teammate Yadier Molina to start pressuring him to return in 2022. Given the…
PennDOT revises timeline for Route 8 work
From staff reports The timeline has been revised for the final detour phase of the Route 8 reconstruction project in Venango County. All northbound and…
Venango County to take part in Overdose Awareness Day
By LAURA O’NEIL Staff writer The Venango County Human Services department will participate in Tuesday’s observance of International Overdose Awareness Day. “We need to get…
US airstrike targets Islamic State member in Afghanistan
WASHINGTON (AP) — Acting swiftly on President Joe Biden’s promise to retaliate for the deadly suicide bombing at Kabul airport, the U.S. military said it…