Big Uncle Day organizers request more anglers this year
By SARAH TITLEY Staff writer For more than 50 years, Big Uncle Day has brought the joy of a day of fishing to disabled children…
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Oil City sets street sweeping schedule
From staff reports The Oil City street sweeping schedule has been set for this week. Today – West Fourth, West Third and West Second Wednesday…
China economy czar heading for Washington trade talks
BEIJING (AP) — China confirmed Tuesday its economy czar will go to Washington for trade talks despite fears he might cancel after President Donald Trump…
Coffee cup in ‘Game of Thrones’ scene perks up viewers
LOS ANGELES (AP) — “Game of Thrones” fans got a taste of the modern world when eagle-eyed viewers spotted a takeout coffee cup on the…
Recent Deaths 5/7/19
Raymond Charles Paden, Sr., 60, of Franklin, died May 4, 2019. Gary Miles Swineford, 72, of Brookville, died April 27 2019. Beverly Yvonne McCarty, 80,…
Triple Trophy Valley
By HUNTER REDFIELD – Student contributor It all started with mouth calls and an owl hooter sitting in the cup holder of the truck with…
Tell Congress to End the Widows Tax, Kiddie Tax Now
More than 65,000 surviving military spouses and dependents are unjustly penalized because their loved ones made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. The message these…
Pet of the day 5/6/19
Jabber is a 3 year old, female Pomeranian/Yorkie mix surrendered to the rescue. They reported she lived with adults, children and another male dog without…
Grilled Spiced Pork Skewers with Onion and Caper Relish
Servings: 6 Start to finish: 2 hours 6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 5 garlic cloves, minced 1 tablespoon grated lemon zest 1 tablespoon ground coriander…
Cranberry Students Move On to State Envirothon Competition
By HANNAH NEIDERRITER Student contributor On May 2, 2019, four Cranberry High School teams competed in the annual Venango County Envirothon held at Two Mile…
Commissioners look to halt possible transportation changes
By JIM MEYER Staff writer Venango County commissioners and commissioners in 10 other Pennsylvania counties have signed resolutions that oppose proposed changes that would turn…
Forum tackles public funding of libraries
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer A public forum on Friday that featured seven candidates for Venango County commissioner posts provided a synopsis of how…
US dispatches aircraft carrier over unspecified Iran threats
WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. is dispatching an aircraft carrier and other military resources to the Middle East following “clear indications” that Iran and its…
Marte hits 3-run homer in 13th, Pirates rally past A’s 5-3
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Starling Marte can’t pinpoint why. The Pirates center fielder just knows there’s something about batting with the game on the line that…
‘Avengers Endgame’ nears global record with over $2 billion
LOS ANGELES (AP) — “Avengers: Endgame” continued its global domination at the box office in a second week victory lap that saw the blockbuster cross…
Recent Deaths 5/6/19
Ralph E. Doyle, 72, of Polk, died May 3, 2019. Dr. Joseph T. Bernardo and Valerie Diane Bernardo died May 1, 2019. Elsie Baker, 90,…
Fatal motorcycle crash
Fatal vehicle incident
Pair charged in dog cruelty case
By JIM MEYER Staff writer A Canal Township couple were formally charged Thursday in connection with an animal cruelty case in which more than 50…
Cranberry actively enforcing property code
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer The Cranberry Township supervisors unanimously adopted a newly revised property maintenance code last November after months of contentious debate…
Hardships from Hawaii volcano stretch on 1 year later
The Associated Press PAHOA, Hawaii (AP) — A year after a volcano on Hawaii’s Big Island rained lava and gases in one of its largest…
Newman’s go-ahead triple rallies Pirates by A’s 6-4
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Kevin Newman expected to be part of a platoon at shortstop with Erik Gonzalez when he made the Pittsburgh Pirates out of…
Italian artist Lorenzo Quinn builds bridges over Venice
MILAN (AP) — Italian artist Lorenzo Quinn created a splash on the sidelines of the Venice Biennale contemporary art fair two years ago with a…
Police find missing Centerville man
From staff reports Corry state police said a man who had been missing from his Centerville home since late Thursday afternoon was located unharmed in…
Franklin street sweeping will continue
From staff reports The City of Franklin street department will sweep streets next week in the following areas: Monday – First shift: downtown parking lots…
Walk will be held for homeless veterans
From staff reports Female veteran participants are being sought for the Women’s Walk for Homeless Veterans, part of the VA2K Walk and Roll, on Wednesday,…
‘Miracle’: Plane crashes into Florida river, but no deaths
The Associated Press A charter plane carrying 143 people and traveling from Cuba to north Florida ended up in a river at the end of…
Phegley drives in 8, A’s rip Pirates 14-1 to end 6-game skid
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Oakland Athletics have been playing baseball for nearly 120 years. No catcher in team history has ever put together a game…
Baby wait goes on for Meghan, Prince Harry and royal fans
LONDON (AP) — The baby wait goes on for Meghan, Prince Harry and royal-watchers around the world. Media and well-wishers were camped out in Windsor…
Recent Deaths 5/4/19
Nancy Lee Fratcher, 86, of Cochran, Georgia, died April 30, 2019. Robert M. Stump, 92, of Johnsonburg, died April 30, 2019. John E. Hunt, Sr.,…
Missing man found
Greenway Horrors: CHS student starts his own business
By HANNAH NIEDERRITER Student contributor Greenway Horrors, a potentially unfamiliar name, is a startup business founded by Tyler Cosmiske, a senior journalism student at Cranberry….
Pet of the day 5/3/19
Name: Buddy Boy Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Gender: Male Size: Small Color: Black/ Silver Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Buddy Boy can be found at Venango…
Breakfast Strata
Servings: 4-6 Start to finish: 2 hours 15 minutes (plus 1 hour refrigeration time) 8-10 (1/2 inch-thick) slices French or Italian bread 4 tablespoons unsalted…
UPMC schedules Stroke Awareness Month events
From staff reports UPMC Northwest will host two free events to recognize National Stoke Awareness Month including a celebration for stroke survivors and free stroke…
St. Patrick Mission Fair is today
The St. Patrick School Mission Club will hold its annual Mission Fair today. Getting ready for the event are Madolyn Williams, Ava Ekis and Jillian…
Pennsylvania Has First Measles Case Of The Year
The Associated Press The first adult case of measles was just confirmed in Pennsylvania as the infections continue to make their way across the U.S….
Peter Mayhew, Chewbacca in the ‘Star Wars’ films, dies at 74
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Peter Mayhew, the towering actor who donned a huge, furry costume to give life to the rugged-and-beloved character of Chewbacca in…
Recent Deaths 5/3/19
Ethel Kline “Dimp” MacBeth, 84, of Cooksburg, died April 30, 2019. Michael W. Walters, 56, of Oil City, died May 2, 2019. Kenneth Girts, 76,…
Pet of the day 5/2/19
Name: Yogi Breed: Rottweiler mix Age: 7 years Gender: Male Size: Large Color: Black/ Tan Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Yogi can be found at Venango…
Blend Your Way to a Nutritious Meal
(Family Features) Creating a nutritious family dinner doesn’t have to mean sacrificing favorite dishes. For a healthier take on a traditional ethnic meal, these Blended…
Attempted homicide charge against OC woman is withdrawn
By JIM MEYER Staff writer All charges against an Oil City woman accused of attempted homicide were withdrawn Wednesday in Venango County Central Court. Deania…
OC puts out call for lifeguards
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer Work is underway to ready the Oil City municipal swimming pool for the summer season. There is a missing…
Rains like no other: Iraq is tested in era of climate change
YOUSSIFIYAH, Iraq (AP) — After years of meager rains and scorching summers, the wettest winter in a generation has revived Iraq’s famous rivers and filled…
Reynolds keeps rookie run going as Pirates top Rangers 7-5
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Rookie Bryan Reynolds is closing in on teammate Gregory Polanco for a little piece of Pittsburgh Pirates history. Polanco is enjoying…
Drake breaks Taylor Swift’s record at Billboard Music Awards
The Associated Press Mother’s Day is in a couple weeks, but Drake gave his mom an early gift with a heartfelt speech at the 2019…
Recent Deaths 5/2/19
James W. Finnecy, 74, of Oil City, died May 1, 2019. Sheila Mary Hockridge Edwards, 93, died April 30, 2019. For complete obituaries, pick…
Tips for making the most of morel mushroom season
Forget Game of Thrones. This is a Game of Secrets. And it’s being played right now. Hunters of a sort – armed with onion sacks…
The importance of music education in high school
By DANIELLE PETERSON & TYLER COMISKE Student contributors Hidden in the corner of Cranberry High School lies two large classrooms that praise self-expression and self-discovery….
Pet of the day 5/1/19
Name: Baby Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 1 year Gender: Female Size: Small Color: Grey Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Baby can be found at Venango…