Multimodal hub plans would bring additional parking to OC
By SALLY BELL Staff writer Proposed plans for the Oil City multimodal hub would bring some additional public parking spaces to downtown Oil City. The…
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McDonald’s order trips up Facebook slaying suspect
ERIE (AP) – Facebook slaying suspect Steve Stephens was undone by a 20-piece Chicken McNuggets and an order of fries. The man who police say…
Blue Jackets beat Penguins 5-4 to avoid sweep
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Columbus coach John Tortorella hates the kind of music his players often blare in the dressing room. Still, he really wanted…
Fowler, Leake lead Cardinals past Marte-less Pirates 2-1
ST. LOUIS (AP) — Mike Leake doesn’t have too many secrets on the mound. For the Cardinals right-hander, location is everything. Leake owned the strike…
Ex-NFL star Hernandez dead after hanging self in cell
BOSTON (AP) — Former NFL star Aaron Hernandez, who was serving a life sentence for a murder conviction and just days ago was acquitted of…
Recent Deaths 4/19/17
Mae Belle Manners, 77, of Oil City, died April 17, 2017. James Joseph “Jim” Logan II, 71, of Franklin, died April 17, 2017. Donald R….
Cranberry Twp. DUI
Fox Twp. retail theft
New and upcoming
Warming temps and sunshine brought some new arrivals to both flora and fauna. Spring birds are starting to filter in as more buds preview…
Pet of the day 4/18/17
Name: Chica Breed: Chihuahua/ Pug Mix Gender: Female Size: Small Age: Adult Color: Brindle Chica can be found at Precious Paws Animal Rescue.
Suspect in Facebook video killing shoots himself to death
CLEVELAND (AP) — The man who randomly killed a Cleveland retiree and posted video of the crime on Facebook shot himself to death on Tuesday…
Clothing and More Swap scheduled May 12 in OC
From staff reports Area residents will have a chance to trade their unwanted clothing and household items next month. Dee Armagost, organizer of the Clothing…
Broiled chili-Lime-crusted tilapia
Serves 4 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for the pan Juice of 1 lime (about 2 tablespoons) 1 tablespoon cornstarch 1 tablespoon chili powder…
Complaint details threats, strangulation charges against man
By SAXON DAUGHERTY Staff writer New details have emerged in the case against a Cooperstown man who is accused of threatening a woman’s father while…
Renovation work in full swing at Franklin Pizza Hut
By MARISSA DECHANT Staff writer Renovation work at the Franklin Pizza Hut on Atlantic Avenue is well underway. The building, located at 136 Atlantic Ave.,…
Videos show desperation of suspect in Facebook video killing
CLEVELAND (AP) — The suspect in the random killing of a retiree posted on Facebook made his living mentoring teens in Cleveland, but his life…
Bucs’ offense sputters against Cards
ST. LOUIS (AP) – Lance Lynn pitched seven shutout innings, Kolten Wong homered and the St. Louis Cardinals stopped a three-game losing streak, beating the…
Prince William speaks with Lady Gaga on mental health
LONDON (AP) — Prince William has brought Lady Gaga onboard in his efforts to persuade people to be more open about their mental health and…
Recent Deaths 4/18/17
Eileen R. Love, 84, of Clarion, died April 16, 2017. Lewis Keith Stright, 86, of Franklin, died April 16, 2017. Susan M. Almes, (Exley), 54,…
The anatomy of the approach
There is a great book called “The Great Picture Hunt” by Dave LaBelle, a terrific feature photographer. I saw a copy years ago and finally…
Cranberry Walmart theft
Rockland Twp. theft
Pet of the day 4/17/17
Name: Babbles Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 2 years Gender: Female Size: Small Color: Grey Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption Price: $40.00 Babbles can be…
109 Years of the U.S. Army Reserve
The United States Army Reserve will be celebrating their 109th birthday on March 23. The reserve began in 1908 when Congress created the Medical Reserve…
Mini mocha baked Alaska
Start to finish: 2 hours, 40 minutes (40 active) Servings: 4 Eight 1½-inch squares chewy brownies (about ½-inch thick) 1 cup coffee ice cream 3…
Multi-state search targets suspect in Facebook video murder
CLEVELAND (AP) — Authorities in several states were on the lookout Monday for a man police say shot a Cleveland retiree collecting aluminum cans and…
Man accused of fleeing during traffic stop
From staff reports An Oil City man is facing fleeing charges in connection with an incident early Friday morning along Seely Avenue. Oil City police…
Pence warns N Korea ‘era of strategic patience is over’
PANMUNJOM, South Korea (AP) — In a trip full of Cold War symbolism, U.S. Vice President Mike Pence traveled to the tense zone dividing North…
Penguins beat Blue Jackets 5-4 in OT to take 3-0 series lead
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — With help from Sidney Crosby, Jake Guentzel and the defending champion Pittsburgh Penguins are on the verge of sweeping their opening…
‘Fast and the Furious’ on road to record global debut
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The eighth installment in the “Fast and the Furious” is on the path to becoming the biggest worldwide debut of all…
Recent Deaths 4/17/17
Eleanor M. Dilley, 75, of Franklin, died April 10, 2017. Charles “Dick” Richard Hoff, 85, of Meadville, died April 14, 2017. John “Bill” Propst , 76, of…
That old rugged cross
“On a hill far away, stood an old rugged Cross” Things that you cling to over time through memory and sensation are amazing. For instance,…
Franklin Simple Assault
Oil City DUI
Pet of the day 4/14/17
Tricksy is a young female pup that is new to the rescue center. Out best guess on breed is a Pit Bull Terrier mix. For…
Happy Easter… a little reminder about bunnies
Happy Easter from All About Animals. We’d just like to take a moment to remind folks that live bunnies, chicks and ducklings don’t make the…
Baked muffin frittatas with asparagus and mushrooms
Servings: 12 Start to finish: 40 minutes 10 eggs ¼ cup cream ½ teaspoon sea salt Pinch of nutmeg Butter or olive oil to coat…
Sandy Lake residents badly hurt in buggy crash
From staff reports Two Sandy Lake residents have been hospitalized with major injuries after an SUV crashed into their horse-drawn buggy Wednesday evening in Mercer…
Deadline approaching for Taste of Talent registration packets
From staff reports The deadline is nearing to submit registration packets for the eighth annual Taste of Talent Vocal Competition. The competition is sponsored by…
Syrian deal to evacuate tens of thousands underway
BEIRUT (AP) — The Syrian government and rebels evacuated more than 7,000 people from four besieged towns Friday in the latest coordinated population transfer in…
Penguins’ Fleury to stay in net for Game 2
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Marc-Andre Fleury will remain in net for the Pittsburgh Penguins in Game 2 of their playoff series against Columbus while Matt Murray…
Jane Goodall: Magic of nature revealed in ‘Born in China’
NEW YORK (AP) — The magic of nature and its wildlife often takes great patience for the humans who want to revel in it. Disneynature’s…
Recent Deaths 4/14/17
Brian “Beave” K. Forsell, 47, of Franklin, died April 12, 2017. Frederick K. Clark, 55, of Brookville, died April 13, 2017. For complete obituaries, please pick…
Police impersonator
Downtown OC streets reopen
From staff reports Duncomb Street between Seneca Street and Elm Street in Oil City has reopened. Also, lane restrictions on Seneca Street and Elm Street…
Fox Twp. DUI
US hit IS with largest non-nuclear bomb ever used
WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. forces in Afghanistan on Thursday struck an Islamic State tunnel complex in eastern Afghanistan with “the mother of all bombs,” the…
Clever alternatives to traditional dyed Easter eggs
Easter is a time when Christian families gather to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Religious customs abound on Easter, but a number of secular…
Pet of the day 4/13/17
Name: Cadbury Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Gender: Male Size: Medium Color: Orange Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption Price: $40.00 Cadbury can be found at Venango…
Orange and cucumber salad with shrimp
Start to finish: 30 minutes Servings: 2 1 medium naval or cara cara orange (or grapefruit), peeled, sliced, membrane and seeds removed 1 medium blood…