All in the family
The late summer wildflowers are starting to show their true colors. Those brightening up the fields and woodlands include ironweed, goldenrod and Joe-Pye weed. Some…
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Franklin schools’ spending to be scrutinized
By MARISSA DECHANT Staff writer Franklin Area School board members dug into budget concerns at their Monday meeting. After a controversial 5-4 vote in June…
Winners of family fishing event announced
From staff reports Joann Moore was the winner of the fishing contest Saturday during the Venango Fatherhood Initiative’s family fishing picnic at Two Mile Run…
Passenger: Train moving ‘super-fast’ before crash injures 42
UPPER DARBY, Pa. (AP) — A regional rail train crashed into a parked train at a suburban Philadelphia terminal early Tuesday morning, injuring dozens of…
Dodgers beat Pirates 6-5 in 12 innings
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Yasiel Puig spent Monday afternoon eagerly awaiting the solar eclipse at PNC Park, then provided a moonshot of his own to wrap…
A reptilian tail? A solar eclipse. Taylor Swift teases fans
The Associated Press Who can eclipse an eclipse? Why, Taylor Swift. Just days after going dark on social media, the pop star put out another…
Recent Deaths 8/22/17
Lilliauna Grace Snyder, 18 days, died Aug. 20, 2017. Dale Edward “Big Red” Amsler, 72, of Cranberry, died Aug. 20, 2017. Carol McBride, 77, of Harrisville, died Aug….
Scrubgrass Twp. forgery
Historic eclipse turns day into night across the US
The Associated Press Millions of Americans gazed in wonder through telescopes, cameras and disposable protective glasses Monday as the moon blotted out the sun in…
Pet of the day 8/21/17
Name: Riley Breed: Terrier, Pit Bull/ Retriever, Labrador Age: 4 years Gender: Male Size: Large Color: Tan/ White Declawed: No House-Trained: Unknown Riley can be…
Skip Stones For Russ
“Good for you, you beat a guy with cancer.” Bittersweet laughter ensues among the participants. Former world record holder for number of skips from a…
American Veterans Traveling Tribute Coming
The American Veterans Traveling Tribute is coming to the Butler VA Medical Center. There will be a escort for the Wall. The staging will be…
Honey-glazed chicken with savoy cabbage
Servings: 8 Start to finish: 1 hour 20 minutes (Active time: 30 minutes) 2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons rendered chicken fat (schmaltz) or extra-virgin olive…
Rookie Conner stars in Steelers’ 17-13 win over Falcons
PITTSBURGH (AP) — James Conner overcame Hodgkin’s lymphoma and a serious right knee injury to reach the NFL. He showed in his Pittsburgh Steelers debut…
Wildlife center: 3rd bald eagle dies of lead poisoning
SAEGERTOWN (AP) — A Pennsylvania wildlife center says a 30-year-old bald eagle that was being treated for lead poisoning has died less than two weeks…
Allegheny Forest collaborative outlines threats to forest health
From staff reports The Allegheny National Forest has been experiencing the impacts from a multitude of native and non-native invasive species, along with declining health…
Nations search for 10 missing after US destroyer collision
SINGAPORE (AP) — Vessels from several nations are searching Southeast Asian waters for 10 missing U.S. sailors after an early morning collision Monday between the…
Pirates beat Cards 6-3 in Little League Classic
WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (AP) — Despite spending the afternoon with 12-year-old Little Leaguers who idolize pros like himself, Josh Bell didn’t find himself dispensing much advice….
Legendary comedian Jerry Lewis knew how to laugh and cry
NEW YORK (AP) — Jerry Lewis sometimes didn’t know whether to laugh or cry. “There’s nothing more dramatic than the comedy I’ve done,” Lewis, who…
Recent Deaths 8/21/17
Wayne D. DeLoe Jr., 64, of Knox, died Aug. 18, 2017. Ruth J. Chmiel, 76, of Rocky Grove, died Aug. 19, 2017. Richard D. “Bear” Brosius, 66,…
Sugarcreek Borough Council nixes parking on Front Street
By WILLIAM STEVENS Staff writer Sugarcreek Borough Council on Wednesday unanimously adopted an ordinance that prevents people from parking on Front Street. The ordinance comes…
Events and adoptables
Tri-County’s IHAD celebration is right around the corner. Precious Paws has a senior dog who could use a buddy. Clarion PAWS and the Venango County…
Pet of the day 8/18/17
Name: Nectarine Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 2 years Gender: Female Size: Medium Color: Brown/ Cream Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption Price: $40.00 Nectarine can…
Pan-fried Kidneys with Bacon and Mustard
Serves 4 3/4 ounce dried porcini 14 ounces lamb’s or calf’s kidneys 13/4 ounces smoked bacon 1 tablespoon chopped thyme or rosemary leaves 1 garlic…
Experts take opioid warnings to southern Venango County
By MARISSA DECHANT Staff writer Officials familiar with the crippling opioid epidemic in the region took their message to the Wesley Grange in Harrisville on…
Rick Magee and the Roadhouse Rockers to perform OC concert
From staff reports Rick Magee and the Roadhouse Rockers will round out the Oil City Arts Council’s summer concerts in Justus Park. The band will…
Spain manhunt deepens as Barcelona insists ‘I am not afraid’
BARCELONA, Spain (AP) — Police shot and killed five people wearing fake bomb belts who staged a deadly car attack in a seaside resort in…
Fowler has 3 RBIs, Cardinals top Pirates 11-7
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Cardinals center fielder Dexter Fowler had not felt fully healthy for quite a while. But nothing was ailing him when St. Louis…
HBO regains control of hacked social media accounts
NEW YORK (AP) — HBO says it has regained control of its social media accounts after the latest security breach to hit the entertainment company….
Recent Deaths 8/18/17
Patricia A. Reitz Persing, 82, of Ft. Myers, Florida, died Aug. 16, 2017. Shetosha J. Adams, 19, of Charmichaels, formerly of Knox, died Aug. 16, 2017….
Items to improve outdoor living spaces
The popularity of outdoor living spaces has been growing for years. A 2014 study from the home remodeling and design platform Houzz found that 56…
Troy Twp. burglary
Call put out for EMT class participants
By JIM MEYER Staff writer An emergency medical technician certification class that starts in September is now open for registration through Clarion University’s Venango Campus….
Will cloud cover obscure Monday’s solar eclipse?
The Associated Press If you’re worried cloud cover will obscure or even obliterate your view of Monday’s total eclipse of the sun — or near…
Van plows into crowd in Barcelona, causes panic, injuries
BARCELONA, Spain (AP) — A white van jumped the sidewalk in Barcelona’s historic Las Ramblas district on Thursday, crashing into a summer crowd of residents…
Pet of the day 8/17/17
Letty is an adult female Terrier mix that was surrendered to the rescue. She is up to date with shots. Letty is not good with…
Summer peach clafoutis
Servings: 8 Start to finish: 85 minutes (20 minutes active) 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 3 large peaches, cut into thin slices 1 handful of fresh…
OC woman accused of having drugs at jail held for court
By MARISSA DECHANT Staff writer An Oil City woman accused of having drugs during intake processing at the Venango County jail last week was held…
United Way hits 20,000th book in Imagination Library program
By WILLIAM STEVENS Staff writer An 11-month-old Cooperstown girl has the honor of receiving the 20,000th book from the United Way of Venango County’s Imagination…
5 missing after Army helicopter crashes
HONOLULU (AP) — A multi-agency team scoured the ocean off Hawaii for five soldiers aboard an Army helicopter that went down during a nighttime training…
Pina’s homer rallies Brewers to 7-6 win over Pirates
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Home runs have been key to the Milwaukee Brewers’ production this season. The suddenly resurgent Brewers hit five more Wednesday, including Manny…
Review: ‘Hitman’s Bodyguard’ a fun, action-packed escape
The Associated Press There’s not a whole lot that’s new about “The Hitman’s Bodyguard .” Its mismatched-pals premise is the stuff of classic buddy comedies. Stars…
Recent Deaths 8/17/17
Margaret M. Kistler, 62, of Franklin, died Aug. 16, 2017. Lena F. Corso Alworth, 97, of Parker, died Aug. 15, 2017. Catherine Ann Hanna, 49, of…
Fair’s Fair: What’s in it for us?
“These kids are dedicated and smart. If these kids grow up and take over … America is going to be alright!” said Frederick Harris, a…
Cranberry Twp. DUI
Porter Twp. accident
Senior center announces schedule
From staff reports The Titusville Senior Center is open from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Lunch is served at noon for a suggested donation of $2 for…
Pet of the day 8/16/17
Linkin is a sweet cuddly little baby boy. He is current on age appropriate vaccines and tested negative for fiv and leukemia. Linkin can be…
Fava bean tabbouleh
Servings: 6 Start to finish: 15 minutes 2 cups cooked fava beans 1 1/2 cups parsley leaves (and soft stems), chopped 1/2 cup cilantro leaves…
Woman facing charges after Franklin incident
By MARISSA DECHANT Staff writer An Oil City woman is facing felony charges after allegedly stealing a dresser and assaulting two people Friday at a…