FBI in public fight with Trump over Russia memo
WASHINGTON (AP) — In a remarkably public clash with the White House, the FBI declared Wednesday it has “grave concerns” about the accuracy of a…
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Ed Sheeran, Cardi B to play iHeartRadio Music Awards
NEW YORK (AP) — Ed Sheeran, Cardi B, Camila Cabello, Maroon 5, Charlie Puth and the Backstreet Boys will perform on the fifth annual iHeartRadio…
Recent Deaths 2/1/18
Daniel J. Roessner, 69, of Oil City, formerly of Erie, died Jan. 30, 2018. William Louis Brumbaugh, 71, of Oil City, died Jan. 30, 2018. Kenneth…
Senior centers set schedules
Cranberry Place The Cranberry Place Older Adult Center is open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays. Lunch is served daily at 11:30 a.m. for a suggested donation…
Karmic Relief: It doesn’t pay to be lazy
I work pretty hard at my job. It always pays off one way or another to give it my best effort. Today, I reminded myself…
Pet of the day 1/31/18
Name: Francine Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 4 months Gender: Female Size: Small Color: Black/ Orange Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption Price: $50.00 Francine can…
Mini pizzas
45 minutes start to finish Makes 20 pizzas (about five servings) 1 pound store-bought or homemade pizza dough 1 cup tomato sauce (such as a…
OC police update missing persons cases
Steven T. Martin The 23-year-old Oil City man was last seen around 2 p.m. on Saturday at his residence. Martin is about 5 feet 4…
Fire departments receive state grants
From staff reports Forty fire departments and ambulance organizations throughout Crawford, Forest and Warren counties have been awarded approximately $411,804 from a grant program administered…
Intermediate unit offers adult classes, seeks tutors
From staff reports The Northwest Tri-County Intermediate Unit No. 5 adult education and career readiness program is accepting enrollments for free adult education classes. The…
Nassar to face another sentence, victims in return to court
LANSING, Mich. (AP) — Larry Nassar, the former sports doctor accused of sexually assaulting more than 150 women and girls, will be confronted again by…
Malkin’s hat trick powers Pens past Sharks 5-2
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Matt Murray wanted to feel a sense of normalcy, so the Pittsburgh Penguins goalie went back to work Tuesday night for the…
Actor Mark Salling dies weeks after child porn guilty plea
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Mark Salling, who played bad-boy Noah “Puck” Puckerman in the hit musical-comedy “Glee,” died of an apparent suicide Tuesday, weeks after…
Recent Deaths 1/31/18
Vivian L. Kifer Russell, 77, of Clarion, died Jan. 30, 2018. Robert “Bob” Wesley Miller, 89, of Brookville, died Jan. 28, 2018. Daniel J. Roessner, 69,…
Jackson Twp. accident
It’s a slippery slope … or deck
Mother Nature delivered a slick surprise early Sunday morning in the form of some black ice and other frozen surfaces. It was also discovered that…
Pet of the day 1/30/18
Name: Reuger Breed: Australian Shepherd/ Siberian Husky Age: 1 year Gender: Male Size: Medium Color: Tan/ Beige Declawed: No House-trained: Partially Adoption Price: $100.00 Reuger…
Sweet and sour cabbage accompanying a pork chop
Start to finish: 1 hour (25 active) Servings: 4 2 teaspoons minced garlic 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar 1 to 2 tablespoons…
Health fair planned at UPMC Northwest
Reservations are being accepted for a free community health fair. UPMC Northwest will host the fair from 8 a.m. to noon Friday, Feb. 16. The…
Guests to State of the Union speech carry political messages
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump’s guests for his State of the Union speech Tuesday include an Ohio welder who will benefit from his tax…
Nigeria’s first bobsled team running for pride and legacy
NEW YORK (AP) — Seun Adigun told herself her athletic career was done after she ran her last race at the 2012 Summer Olympics in…
‘Black Panther’ receives high praise after first screenings
LOS ANGELES (AP) — “Incredible” and “kinetic” are just a few of the loving words that people are using to describe and praise Marvel’s “Black…
Recent Deaths 1/30/18
Florence “Jean” Doutt, 88, of Polk, passed away at 5:50 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 28, 2018. Robert J. Cannon, 71, of Clintonville, passed away peacefully at…
Frenchcreek Twp. accident
Fox Twp. theft
Industry Club tours area businesses
On Wednesday, Jan. 24, the West Forest Industry Club visited several businesses, including Titusville Hospital, Bluegill Graphix, UPMC Hamot, Tom Ridge Environmental Center, and watched…
Pennsylvania VFW Holds 54th Mid Winter Conference
The Pennsylvania VFW held its 54th Mid Winter Conference over the weekend in Gettysburg. Besides the regular business sessions, the highlight was the Annual…
Pet of the day 1/29/18
Name: Spot Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 8 months Gender: Male Size: Small Color: White/ Black Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Spot can be found at…
Beef and Onions in Tomato Gravy Over Rice
Serves 4 3/4 pound beef rib eye, very thinly sliced (almost shaved; for ease, freeze for 1 hour before slicing) 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon…
Venango archaeology group to meet Feb. 9
From staff reports The Venango Archaeology Chapter will meet at 7 p.m. Friday, Feb. 9, at Christ United Methodist Church, 1135 Buffalo St., Franklin. This…
Victims’ families: Jealousy drove car wash shooting suspect
The Associated Press A man suspected of gunning down four people at a Pennsylvania car wash was driven by jealousy, according to family members of…
Rousey shifts to wrestling with Royal Rumble cameo
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Ronda Rousey has ditched UFC for WWE. Once the most dangerous women in MMA, Rousey officially made the anticipated jump to WWE…
Plenty of fire and fury at 60th annual Grammy Awards
The Associated Press Just as the Hollywood award shows this year have been dominated by the Time’s Up movement, the 60th annual Grammy Awards became…
Recent deaths 1/29/18
Thomas Gerard Brenner, 87, of Titusville, died Jan. 28, 2018. Patricia J. Fauzey, 82, formally of Titusville, died Jan. 26, 2018. William Lee “Bill” Jones,…
Anglers and boaters may face new fees
So maybe the cuts won’t have to be as deep as expected. That’s the hope anyway. Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commissioners – unable to convince…
Cranberry Twp. criminal mischief
Porter Twp. burglary
Stop littering
Ahead of the spring kitten season, several cat clinics have been scheduled. Spay neuter clinics Clarion P.A.W.S. in Shippenville is scheduling for its Feb. 17…
Pet of the day 1/26/18
Name: Ben Breed: Black Shepherd mix Gender: Male Size: 50 lbs. House-trained: Yes Ben can be found at Tri-County Animal Rescue Center.
Quinoa salad with cranberries and pecans
Serves about 4 Ingredients 1 cup re quinoa 2 cups water 1 medium yellow squash, cut in half coins 3 leaves kale, thinly sliced 1/3…
Inmate facing charges for causing disturbance in courtroom
By MARISSA DECHANT Staff writer A Venango County jail inmate is facing additional charges after he allegedly caused a false alarm by falling out of…
Liberty Cabaret show opens today
From staff reports “Liberty Cabaret Goes to the Movies” opens today at Barrow-Civic Theatre in Franklin. The production is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. today and…
Charges for Kentucky shooting suspect, vigil for victims
BENTON, Ky. (AP) — The 15-year-old boy accused of gunning down classmates at a western Kentucky high school was ordered held on murder and assault…
Malkin, Crosby lead Penguins past Wild 6-3
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pittsburgh Penguins coach Mike Sullivan can see confidence beginning to build for rookie forward Dominik Simon. Playing alongside Sidney Crosby certainly helps….
Corden says Grammys will include ‘Me Too’ moment
NEW YORK (AP) — Grammy Award host James Corden says Sunday’s show will carve out some time to allow artists to express solidarity with the…
Recent Deaths 1/26/18
Freda I. McCauley, 85, of Stoneboro, formerly of the Parker area, died Jan. 24, 2018. Wanda Diane Huffman, 46, of Fairmount City, died Jan. 24, 2018….
Senior Centers set schedules
Cranberry Place The Cranberry Place Senior Center is open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays. Lunch is served daily at 11:30 a.m. for a suggested donation…
Make cooking at home a larger part of daily routines
Dining out can be a special treat after a busy week, a way to celebrate special occasions or a means to socialize with friends. Dining…
Pet of the day 1/25/18
Name: Murray Breed: Domestic Short hair Gender: Male Size: Medium Age: 6-7 months House-trained: Yes Murray can be found at Precious Paws Animal Rescue.
No-added-sugar berry jam
Servings: 32 (About 2 1/2 cups of jam) Start to finish: 20 minutes 3 dates, finely chopped 1/2 cup water 1 small tart cooking apple,…