Comic-Con without Marvel, HBO gives others chance to pop
The Associated Press Over 130,000 pop culture devotees are descending on San Diego’s Gaslamp District Wednesday for the annual four-day comic book convention Comic-Con, the…
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Recent Deaths 7/18/18
Shirley Coon Layman died June 18, 2018. Buena G. “Boone” Hinderliter, 99, of Fairmount City, died July 16, 2018. Anna S. Sorlie, 98, of Meadville,…
Paint Twp. fatal crash
Pet of the day 7/17/18
Name: Marley Breed: Mixed breed Age: 4 years Gender: Male Size: Large Color: Yellow Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Marley can be found at Venango County…
Grill-roasted beef short ribs
Servings: 4-6 Start to finish: 2 hours Meaty English-style short ribs are preferred in this recipe to thinner-cut flanken-style ribs. Make sure to choose ribs…
OC school board hires assistant principal
By JIM MEYER Staff writer Oil City School Board members on Monday hired a new assistant high school principal. Anne Curran, who has been an…
Franklin considers kindergarten boot camp program
By MARISSA DECHANT Staff writer A new kindergarten boot camp program could be coming to Franklin Area School District next year. Superintendent Pamela Dye reported…
Amazon’s hopes its Prime Day doesn’t go to the dogs
NEW YORK (AP) — Amazon is hoping customers don’t see any more dogs, after early problems on Prime Day meant people trying to shop got…
Bell, Steelers failed to reach deal on new contract
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Le’Veon Bell’s next season with the Pittsburgh Steelers will almost certainly be his last. The Pro Bowl running back and the defending…
Netflix drops dud on Wall St. as subscriber growth flops
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Netflix is adding subscribers at a slower pace than envisioned, renewing fears that its growth may sputter as the video streaming…
Recent Deaths 7/17/18
Jackson “Jack” L. Mellring, 40, of Seneca, died July 12, 2018. Doris Jean Books Bell Nagel, 92, of Oil City, died July 15, 2018. Esther…
Oil City theft from motor vehicles
Tax Glitch Affects Veterans
A recent Pentagon audit revealed that more than 130,000 veterans who were medically separated as a result of injuries sustained in combat, and received a…
Pet of the day 7/16/18
Wren is a female kitten. She is current on vaccines and spayed. Wren can be found at Tri-County Animal Rescue Center.
S’mores blossom cookies
Servings: 24 cookies Start to finish: 30 minutes 1 1/4 cups (6 1/4 ounces) all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon baking soda 1/4…
Fire damages residence in OC
From staff reports No one was injured after a house fire broke out at approximately 2:03 p.m. Sunday at 611 Mitchell Ave. in Oil City….
Volunteer day at the OC DEK
A volunteer day was held Sunday at the Oil City Hockey DEK (rink), located at the Hasson Heights recreational complex. Joe Kolesar and his daughter…
Eighth animal dies after jaguar escapes Audubon Zoo habitat
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Eight animals have now died after a jaguar escaped from its habitat at the Audubon Zoo in New Orleans. NOLA.com reports an alpaca…
Bell’s double in 10th gives Pirates 5-game sweep of Brewers
PITTSBURGH (AP) — One late-inning rally wasn’t enough for the Pittsburgh Pirates. Trailing and down to their final out on two occasions, the Pirates managed…
‘Hotel Transylvania 3’ tops charts, ‘Skyscraper’ stumbles
LOS ANGELES (AP) — “Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation” has checked into the No. 1 spot at the box office in its opening weekend and…
Recent Deaths 7/16/18
M. Janice Ditz, 81, of Houston, Texas, formerly of Fryburg and Warren, died May 3, 2018. George Ryan Lawson, 40, of Polk, died July, 13,…
Pet of the day 7/13/18
Name: Damian Breed: Australian Shepherd Age: 2 years Gender: Male Size: Small Color: Brown, Black and White Damian can be found at Precious Paws Animal…
Watermelon strawberry smoothie
Servings: 2 Strat to finish: 5 minutes 2 cups frozen watermelon chunks 1 cup frozen strawberries 1/2 cup crushed ice 1 1/2 cups orange juice,…
More talk about grass, vehicles in Cranberry
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer High grass and abandoned vehicles, two topics addressed in a shelved Cranberry Township property maintenance code, were debated at…
2 held for court on drug delivery charges
From staff reports Two people accused of possessing drugs and leading police on a high-speed chase last month were held for court Wednesday. Christopher Ahrens,…
Studio 22 dancers looking forward to New York trip
By SARAH TITLEY Staff writer The girls of Studio 22 Dance Academy’s competition team are headed to the Big Apple. The Studio 22 Dance Academy…
Taillon, Mercer shine in Pirates’ 6-3 win over Brewers
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Jameson Taillon let a lead get away in his last start. This time, he had the answer when he got in trouble….
Streaming rules Emmys as Netflix snaps 17-year HBO streak
LOS ANGELES (AP) — When Netflix snapped HBO’s 17-year streak as Emmy nominations leader, more than bragging rights switched hands. It represented the breathtaking change…
Recent Deaths 7/13/18
Terry Thomas Bell Sr.. 68, of Knox, died July 10, 2018. Michael J. Krevda, 92, of West Middlesex, died July 9, 2018. For complete…
Keep summer road trips safe
When the outdoors beckons, road trips can be the perfect way to see the countryside, escape the routine of daily life and enjoy short vacations….
Pet of the day 7/12/18
River is a pretty tuxedo kitty. She is current on vaccines, declawed, and spayed. She is very affectionate and clean. She is a young adult….
Grilled vegetable kebabs
Servings: 4 Start to finish: 40 minutes 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary 1 garlic clove, minced…
Taste of Talent participant suffers injuries in crash
By MARISSA DECHANT Staff writer Thoughts and prayers went out Wednesday night in Franklin to a city resident who was seriously injured in a three-vehicle…
Rockland-Cranberry bridge project delayed
From staff reports Construction on the Rockland Cranberry Road bridge spanning East Sandy Creek in Cranberry and Rockland townships has been postponed until later this…
US inflation reaches 2.9% in June, highest in 6 years
WASHINGTON (AP) — Consumer prices rose in June from a year earlier at the fastest pace in more than six years, lifted by more expensive…
Marte lead Pirates to 2-0 victory over Nationals
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Starling Marte did not start any of the first three games of July because Pirates manager Clint Hurdle felt his slumping center…
Tyler Perry warns his fans about fake Facebook offers
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Tyler Perry is warning fans not get scammed. The actor, comedian and director in a Facebook video says he’s not giving away anything….
Recent Deaths 7/12/18
Virginia E. Judy (Ginny), 82, of Charlotte, North Carolina, died July 2, 2018. Henry G. Sommers, 85, of Portersville (Muddy Creek Township), died July 10,…
Senior center sets schedule
Titusville Senior Center The Titusville Senior Center is located at 714 E. Main St. at the Titusville Community Center in Burgess Park. It is open…
Pet of the day 7/11/18
Bo is an approximately 3 year old, male Retriever mix that was surrendered to the rescue when the owner realized she was unable to financially…
Salmon corn chowder
Servings: 8 Start to finish: 40 minutes 2 pounds skinless salmon fillets 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/3 cup minced shallots 6…
Protecting and promoting wild trout
Some people insist on having their coffee one way and one way only, namely black and bracing. Others just can’t abide it. So it is…
At least 2 injured in Route 322 crash
From staff reports At least two people were injured in a three-vehicle crash at about 3 p.m. Tuesday on Route 322 in Crawford County about…
Archaeology club planning excavation on Franklin property
From staff reports Venango Chapter 30 of the Society for Pennsylvania Archaeology is offering an opportunity for the public to participate in or observe an…
AP Interview: US rescuer details high-risk Thai cave mission
MAE SAI, Thailand (AP) — The Thai boys saved from a flooded cave endured dives in zero visibility lasting up to half an hour. In…
Hellickson bounces back in Nats’ 5-1 win over Pittsburgh
PITTSBURGH (AP) — In his first two starts after coming off the disabled list in late June, Washington Nationals starter Jeremy Hellickson allowed 12 runs…
Review: In ‘Skyscraper,’ the Rock towers over action tropes
The Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) — I like to imagine what King Kong, as a popcorn-chomping moviegoer, might make of “Skyscraper,” the latest summer…
Recent Deaths 7/11/18
Raymond A. Lutz, 55, of Fisher, died July 8, 2018. Max J. Husted, 85, of Strattanville, died July 9, 2018. Robert E. Brown, 71, of…
Plum Twp. burglary
Pet of the day 7/10/18
Name: Goder’el Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 5 years Gender: Male Size: Small Color: Cream Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Goder’er can be found at Venango…