OC awarded grant for school security upgrades
By JIM MEYER Staff writer Oil City School Board members were told Monday by Superintendent Lynda Weller that the school district has been awarded a…
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‘Worst toys’ for the holidays, according to safety group
BOSTON (AP) — A Black Panther “slash claw” and a plastic Power Rangers sword are among the items topping a consumer safety group’s annual list…
Steelers RB Le’Veon Bell refuses to sign tag, out for 2018
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Le’Veon Bell’s patience on the football field sets him apart. In a game built on chaos, the star running back rarely hurries…
Michelle Obama begins arena tour in talk with Oprah
CHICAGO (AP) — Michelle Obama began her 12-stop book tour Tuesday by sitting with Oprah Winfrey before an audience at the home arena of the…
Recent Deaths 11/14/18
Terry L. Ruth, 72, of Knox, died Nov. 12, 2018. Robert E. “Soapy” Fleming, 89, of Foxburg, died Nov. 13, 2018. Susan Baker, 70, of…
Dry Tamarack Lake inches closer to comeback
MEADVILLE (AP) — If it takes seven minutes to fill an 80-gallon tub with just the cold tap open and eight minutes with just the…
Cranberry Twp. accident
Oil City DUI
Cranberry High School’s Veterans Day program
Cranberry Homecoming Court
Members of the Cranberry High School homecoming court include (from left): Lauren Varsek, Logan McFarland, Andrea Watson, AJ Howard, Madisyn Piercy, Jarod Oliver, Samantha Woolcock…
Pet of the day 11/13/18
This handsome, friendly fellow was surrendered to the rescue when the owners had to move and was unable to take him with them. Owners said…
Turkey meatloaf
Servings: 4-6 Start to finish: 2 hours Meatloaf: 3 tablespoons unsalted butter Pinch baking soda 1/2 onion, chopped fine Salt and pepper 1 garlic clove,…
Grove to vote next week on school resource officers
By ROSEMARY FIELDING Staff writer Valley Grove School Board members will vote next week on a proposal to assign school resource officers to patrol the…
Archaeology history programs set at two libraries
From staff reports A program focusing on Venango County history as it relates to archaeology is scheduled at two local libraries this week. The presentation…
Returning winds have Southern California firefighters wary
MALIBU, Calif. (AP) — With Santa Ana winds returning and hundreds of homes in ashes, firefighters were struggling to corral a devastating Southern California wildfire…
A universe of flawed heroes: Stan Lee was ahead of his time
The Associated Press It became easy, in recent years, to dismiss him as the wisecracking grandpa of the American comic book, a past-his-prime gimmick who…
Recent Deaths 11/13/18
Alberta E. Slaugenhaupt, 94, of Oil City, died Nov. 8, 2018. Jeremy J. Lefever, 38, of Brockport, died Nov. 10, 2018. Patricia Ann Denslinger, 82,…
Veterans Day Everyday
As you are reading this column, Veterans Day has passed by, but to those that have served and still are serving, consider every day to be…
Comic book genius Stan Lee dies at 95
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Stan Lee, the creative dynamo who revolutionized the comic book and helped make billions for Hollywood by introducing human frailties in…
Social Media & Cyberbullying Presentation at CHS
By DYLAN LU Student contributor Alan McGill, Senior Supervisory Special Agent from the PA Office of the Attorney General, is a member of the Executive…
Pet of the day 11/12/18
Tarragon is an adorable little boy who is neutered and current on vaccines. He starts purring loudly just by looking at him. He can be…
Pickled pepper pull-apart beef hoagie
Servings: 6 Start to finish: 1 hour, 30 minutes This sandwich is adapted from Sheri Castle’s recipe in her cookbook “Instantly Southern.” It is perfect…
Fire destroys barn in Frenchcreek Township
By LUKA KRNETA Staff writer Fire companies from seven municipalities responded to a storage barn fire in the 1200 block of Mercer Road in Frenchcreek…
‘WWI Homefront’ program is Tuesday
From staff reports The Oil City Heritage Society will present a program on “World War I: the Homefront” at 7 p.m. Tuesday at the Venango…
Grim search for more fire victims, 31 dead across California
PARADISE, Calif. (AP) — As wildfires raged at both ends of California, officials released another grim statistic: Six more dead in a swath of Northern…
‘Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch’ makes off with $66M at box office
LOS ANGELES (AP) — You’re a mean one — and you’re number one — Mr. Grinch. “Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch” sledded past mixed reviews and…
Recent Deaths 11/12/18
Charles C. Zilhaver, 86, died Nov. 10, 2018. Philip D. Harris, 65, of Franklin, died Nov. 10, 2018. Doris Lee Alkire, 89, of Clarion, died…
WWI, festivals and elections
Nepal’s Armed Police Force personnel put vermillion powder on the forehead of a police dog during Tihar festival celebrations at a kennel division in Kathmandu,…
Review: ‘The Nutcracker and the Four Realms’ is colorful but falls short
By Sandie Angulo Chen, Common Sense Media (TNS) Parents need to know that “The Nutcracker and the Four Realms,” is Disney’s live-action adaptation of the…
Review: Claire Foy trades Elizabeth for Lisbeth
By JAKE COYLE, AP Film Writer No, “The Girl in the Spider’s Web” isn’t a Spider-man spinoff about a young woman ensnarled by Peter Parker….
Pet of the day 11/9/18
Name: Jackson Breed: Pointer, German Shorthair Mix Age: 5 years Gender: Male Size: Large Color: White/ Black Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption Price: $60.00 Jackson…
Creamy cauliflower soup
Servings: 4-6 Start to finish: 1 hour 30 minutes 1 head cauliflower (2 pounds) 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into 8 pieces 1 leek, white…
OC native honored at Ohio State where he is physician
An Oil City native has been honored by the medical center at in Columbus, Ohio, where he is employed. Dr. Michael Wert was named November…
California gunman was volatile but passed mental assessment
THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. (AP) — Neighbors of Ian David Long described the man who shot and killed 12 people at a country music bar as…
Steelers paste Panthers
PITTSBURGH (AP) – The Pittsburgh Steelers aren’t playing like a team missing Le’Veon Bell. Ben Roethlisberger threw for 328 yards and five touchdowns, James Conner…
Meg Ryan announces engagement to John Mellencamp
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Here’s a ditty about John and Meg. Singer John Mellencamp and actress Meg Ryan are getting married. The 56-year-old announced her…
Recent Deaths 11/9/18
Carolyn June (McKinney) Motter, 80, of Brookville, passed away peacefully Wednesday, Nov. 7, 2018, at the McKinley Health Center in Brookville. Chester D. Pence, 95,…
Center Street DUI
Irwin Twp. accident
Search warrant
The Apple Sculpture at Clarion University
The Clarion Call report Clarion University Walking through the Clarion University Campus is a treat when passing the famous apple sculpture near the center of…
Pet of the day 11/8/18
Coriander & Tarragon are an adorable pair of brother kittens. They purr like crazy and are so sweet. They are current on vaccines and will…
French onion and bacon tart
Servings: 6-8 Start to finish: 2 hours, 15 minutes Crust: 1 1/4 cups (6 1/4 ounces) all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt 8…
Woman arrested for thefts from OC residence
By JIM MEYER Staff writer Oil City police arrested an Oil City woman in connection with thefts last month at a residence on High Street….
Christ Episcopal starts annual pajama collection
From staff reports Christ Episcopal Church in Oil City has launched its annual pajama collection that benefits local youngsters. Started in 2012, the project pairs…
13 dead including gunman in shooting at California bar
THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. (AP) — A hooded gunman wearing all black opened fire at a country dance bar holding a weekly “college night” in Southern…
Oshie leaves twice, scores winner to lift Caps over Pens 2-1
WASHINGTON (AP) — T.J. Oshie watched the clock in the training room hoping he’d get back on the ice. Oshie was back there for a…
NFL stadiums and Kenny Chesney: magical mix of sports/music
The Associated Press The wave of sound builds from the bottom of the lower bowl to the very top of MetLife Stadium. Every seat is…
Recent Deaths 11/8/18
Robert J. McWilliams, 74, of Clarion, died Nov. 5, 2018. Donald E. Holliday, 73, of Rockland, died Nov. 6, 2018. Nancy Jane Smith, 79, of…