Recent Deaths 1/5/24
Herbert J. (Herb) Schwegler, 88, died Jan. 3, 2024. Elaine Greenlee, 84, of Polk, died Dec. 31, 2023. Richard Arlen “Dick” Riddle, 90, of Boalsburg,…
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Pet of the Day 1/4/24
Eggnog, the 5-year-old hound mix, was brought to us as a stray around Christmas. Weighing in at just under 50 pounds, Eggnog is a classic…
Baja Fish Taco Bowls
(Family Features) Juggling those weeknight responsibilities including homework, catching up on emails, after-school activities, social events and more can leave families scrambling when it comes…
Titusville woman accused of resisting arrest, assaulting officers
From staff reports A Titusville woman is facing charges for resisting arrest and assaulting police earlier this week at her boyfriend’s residence in Cherrytree Township….
Applications open for Keystone Historic Preservation grants
From staff reports The Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission (PHMC) is accepting applications from nonprofits and local governments for the Keystone Historic Preservation Grant Program….
US calls for urgent UN action on attacks by Yemen’s Houthi rebels on ships in Red Sea
UNITED NATIONS (AP) — The United States called on the U.N. Security Council Wednesday to take urgent action against Yemen’s Houthi rebels for attacking ships…
More hospitals are requiring masks as flu and COVID-19 cases surge
NEW YORK (AP) — More U.S. hospitals are requiring masks and limiting visitors as health officials face an expected but still nasty post-holiday spike in…
Unsealed court records offer new detail on old sex abuse allegations against Epstein
NEW YORK (AP) — Amid great hype, a new batch of previously secret court documents was unsealed late Wednesday related to Jeffrey Epstein, the jet-setting…
Recent Deaths 1/4/24
Dara Jean Shontz, 62, of Oil City, died Jan. 3, 2024. Kevin Borchert, 52, of Green, Ohio, died Jan. 2, 2024. Helen Louise (Hinds) Guth…
Pet of the Day 1/3/24
Sweet Sassy came to us with a litter of her puppies, and now that they have all been adopted and she is spayed. She is…
Whole Grain Sesame Chicken Stir-Fry
(Family Features) Putting dinner on the table quickly seems to be a goal more often than not, particularly in today’s sped-up world. However, spending less…
Starting Seeds in Winter
When you consider how seeds germinate in nature, it makes sense to sow seeds the same way. In late summer, left to their own devices,…
Online voting for Paint the Plow to open Monday
From staff reports The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) District 10 invites the public to vote on 11 plows decorated by high school students in…
Artist registration open for Nature Art Showcase
From staff reports Original art pieces are now being accepted for inclusion in the Feb. 2-3, Eighth Annual Nature Art Showcase and Sale, which is…
Biden will start year at sites of national trauma to warn about dire stakes of 2024 election
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden is starting the campaign year by evoking the Revolutionary War to mark the third anniversary of the deadly insurrection…
Ovechkin scores as Washington uses fast start to beat Penguins 4-3
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Alex Ovechkin scored a power-play goal during Washington’s fast start, and the Capitals beat Sidney Crosby and the Pittsburgh Penguins 4-3 on…
In public domain, early Mickey Mouse version will star in horror movies
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The earliest iteration of Mickey Mouse is on a rampage, barely two days in the public domain. Slashed free of Disney’s…
Recent Deaths 1/3/24
Nancy Flick Dunmire, 84, of Kittanning, died Dec. 31, 2023. Jack Romito, of Clarion, died Dec. 29, 2023. Lawrence W. Schill, 81, of Venus, died…
VA Dependency and Indemnity Compensation
VA Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC) are VA survivor benefits that are tax exempt. This means you wont have to pay taxes on your compensation…
Pet of the Day 1/2/24
Who doesn’t love disco? This sweet and affectionate boy came to us with the rest of his siblings after he was found abandoned in a…
Sweet Chili Shrimp with Quinoa
(Family Features) Putting dinner on the table quickly seems to be a goal more often than not, particularly in today’s sped-up world. However, spending less…
Ragon: Rash of vehicle break-ins on South Side
By LUKA KRNETA News editor Oil City Police Chief Dave Ragon advised residents to ensure their parked vehicles are locked after multiple vehicle break-ins were…
National Fuel projecting sharp hike in customer bills
From staff reports National Fuel Gas Distribution Corp. has submitted its annual purchased gas cost filing as required by the state Public Utility Commission (PUC),…
States, Congress wrestle with cybersecurity at water utilities amid renewed federal warnings
HARRISBURG (AP) — The tiny Aliquippa water authority in western Pennsylvania was perhaps the least-suspecting victim of an international cyberattack. It had never had outside…
Biden, Trump are poised for a potential rematch that could shake American politics
LACONIA, N.H. (AP) — U.S. presidential elections have been rocked in recent years by economic disaster, stunning gaffes, secret video and a pandemic. But for…
‘Wonka’ ends the year No. 1 at the box office, 2023 sales reach $9 billion
NEW YORK (AP) — Hollywood closed out an up and down 2023 with “Wonka” regaining No. 1 at the box office, strong sales for “The…
Recent Deaths 1/2/24
David Allen Opitz, 70, of Stoneboro, died Dec. 30, 2023. Eric Charles Obert, 72, of Titusville, died Dec. 28, 2023. John Omiatek died Jan. 1,…
Pet of the Day 1/1/24
Pudding the chocolate lab came to us as a stray with another dog, Figgy. When Pudding was first brought to us in hunting season, he…
Acai Bowl with Whole-Wheat Toast
(Family Features) If you’re in need of a quick breakfast, consider starting your day with one of these tasty breakfast ideas. This on-trend Acai Bowl…
Deceased man found in Oil City
From staff reports Venango County Coroner Christina Rugh told The Derrick on Saturday night that a 61-year-old Oil City man was found deceased inside a…
Cranberry student’s project could be lifesaver
From staff reports A local Girl Scout is providing help to Cranberry Township emergency services through her Girl Scout Gold Award project on the Allegheny…
Revelers set to pack into Times Square for annual New Year’s Eve ball drop
NEW YORK (AP) — The confetti has been tested for airiness. The giant numerals – 2 0 2 4 – are in place. And the…
US forces shoot down ballistic missiles in Red Sea, kill gunmen in attack by Yemen’s Houthi rebels
BEIRUT (AP) — The U.S. military said Sunday it shot down two anti-ship ballistic missiles fired toward a container ship by Yemen’s Houthi rebels in…
Malkin, Crosby score as Pittsburgh Penguins beat St. Louis Blues 4-2
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Evgeni Malkin had a goal and an assist, helping the Pittsburgh Penguins top the St. Louis Blues 4-2 on Saturday night. Malkin…
Liberty Street Ale House closes in Franklin
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer The Liberty Street Ale House, located in the Quality Inn and Conference Center in Franklin, closed its doors for the…
OC man reported missing has been located
From staff reports An Oil City man reported missing by his family on Christmas Eve has been located in Pittsburgh. Oil City police said Friday…
Retirements could tip control of the House majority. It’s Republicans who have the early edge
WASHINGTON (AP) — A chaotic year for the House is coming to a close with more Democrats than Republicans deciding to leave the chamber, a…
Airstrikes hit camps in central Gaza as Biden administration OKs new weapons sales to Israel
DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — Israeli warplanes struck two urban refugee camps in central Gaza on Saturday, as the Biden administration approved a new…
States set to enact new laws on guns, pornography, taxes and even fuzzy dice
The Associated Press Fuzzy dice finally will be free to dangle in Illinois. Starting Monday, police there no longer will be allowed to pull over motorists solely…
Recent Deaths 12/30/23
Anthony George Pitrone, 89, of DuBois, died Dec. 27, 2023. Kathleen A. Roggenkamp, 83, of Titusville, died Dec. 28, 2023. Shirley Elaine Bromley, 88, of…
Pet of the Day 12/29/23
Ivy recently came to us as a stray and is now looking for a new address! At 3 years old and just under 50 pounds,…
Overnight Oats
(Family Features) If you’re in need of a quick breakfast, consider starting your day with one of these tasty breakfast ideas. This on-trend Acai Bowl…
Man facing charges for assaulting trooper at residence
From staff reports An Irwin Township man is facing aggravated assault and resisting arrest charges following an incident Thursday. Franklin state police said in a…
Russia fires 122 missiles, 36 drones in what Ukraine calls biggest aerial barrage of war
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Russia launched 122 missiles and dozens of drones against Ukrainian targets, officials said Friday, killing at least 24 civilians across the…
Election officials see a range of threats in 2024, from hostile countries to conspiracy theorists
ATLANTA (AP) — For election officials preparing for the 2024 presidential election, the list of security challenges just keeps growing. Many of the concerns from four…
Trump is blocked from the GOP primary ballot in two states. Can he still run for president?
DENVER (AP) — First, Colorado’s Supreme Court ruled that former President Donald Trump wasn’t eligible to run for his old job in that state. Then,…
Recent Deaths 12/29/23
Fredrick Baker, 81, of Kennerdell, formerly of Franklin, died Dec. 27, 2023. Evelyn L. McKee, 96, formerly of Titusville, died Dec. 22, 2023. Christopher Ray…
Pet of the Day 12/28/23
Meet the stunning Ursula! This absolutely beautiful girl is as sweet as she is pretty. Ursula is approximately 1 year old, only weighs 6 pounds,…
Mini Corn Dog Bites
(Family Features) Rally the family together to make and eat these bite-sized versions of corn dogs for an enjoyable, kid-friendly activity and snack. Parents will…
The New York Times sues OpenAI, Microsoft for using its stories to train chatbots
NEW YORK (AP) — The New York Times is striking back against the threat that artificial intelligence poses to the news industry, filing a federal…