Recent Deaths 12/28/16
Carol Lee Dittman, 59, of Knox, died Dec. 26, 2016. Albert L. Reese, 75, of Belleville, New Jersey, died Dec. 23, 2016. Marlene H. Richards, 73,…
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LeBron James named AP Male Athlete of Year
CLEVELAND (AP) — LeBron James was jolted forward when the massive crowd swelled from the sidewalks and into Cleveland’s streets, surrounding the convertible that he…
Liberty Street criminal mischief
Knox Borough harassment
Daughter: Actress and author Carrie Fisher dies at age 60
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Actress Carrie Fisher, who found enduring fame as Princess Leia in the original “Star Wars,” has died. She was 60. Fisher’s…
Pet of the day 12/27/16
Macy is an approximately 1 year old female Border Collie/German Shepard mix. Macy is friendly, loves to play in the yard and enjoys the attention…
Garbanzo-Carrot Hummus with Grilled Yogurt Flatbread
Makes 2 cups 2 medium carrots, peeled and chopped Salt 1 cup cooked garbanzo beans, drained 4 teaspoons chopped cilantro plus 1 teaspoon for garnish…
Veterans Crisis Line improves service with new call center
WASHINGTON – The Department of Veteran Affairs cut the ribbon last week for its new Veteran Crisis Line (VCL) satellite office in Atlanta. The office…
Day-before-Christmas run
Members and friends of the Hasson Heights Community Church Moving With Purpose running group met Saturday morning, Dec. 24, 2016, for their annual day-before-Christmas run. Three…
Allegheny National Forest snowmobile trails open
From staff reports WARREN – The Allegheny National Forest’s snowmobile trails will opened Friday, Dec. 16. The only trail that will remain closed is Snowmobile…
Mall fights send post-holiday shoppers scrambling for exits
BEACHWOOD, Ohio (AP) — Fights broke out at malls around the country Monday night sending shoppers, who were looking for post-holiday deals, scrambling for the…
Biles is female athlete of year
NEW YORK (AP) – Simone Biles tried to treat the 2016 Summer Olympics like just your average ordinary gymnastics meet. So what if the stage…
‘Sherlock’ returns with murder, mystery – and a baby
LONDON (AP) — There’s something rotten in Baker Street. It may just be the diaper of baby Rosamund Watson, whose arrival at the start of…
Recent Deaths 12/27/16
Beryl T. Snyder, 83, of Clarion, died Dec. 24, 2016. Gary Albert Gustavson, 72, of Franklin, died Dec. 25, 2016. James L. Harkless Sr., 83, of…
Christmas sparkle
Christmas lights seem to shine a little brighter at night and several of the Applegate pets don their holiday hats. Merry Christmas and a Happy…
Sleeping at drive through
Theft at outlet mall
Recounts or no, US elections are still vulnerable to hacking
ALLENTOWN, Pa. (AP) — Jill Stein’s bid to recount votes in Pennsylvania was in trouble even before a federal judge shot it down Dec. 12….
Steelers rally to clinch AFC North
PITTSBURGH (AP) – The Pittsburgh Steelers rode Ben Roethlisberger’s right arm and Antonio Brown’s left arm to the AFC North title. Roethlisberger shook off a…
Teen pivots from a Kenyan slum to ballet stage
NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) — In a country not usually associated with classical ballet, a 16-year-old dancer leaps onto the stage, his gravity-defying turns taking the…
Recent Deaths 12/26/16
Geraldine “Jerry” Marguerite Glas Burdett, 82, formerly of Hendersonville, died Dec. 23, 2016. Douglas W. Keller, 80, of Franklin, died Dec. 22, 2016. For…
Christmas gifts taken
Drug arrests
Irwin Twp. theft
Sugarcreek Borough DUI
Union Twp. DUI crash
The lessons of ‘A Christmas Carol’
As holidays go, Christmas is a modern anomaly. A casual observer of the goings on around the holidays would guess that this is an…
Pet of the day 12/23/16
Judy is a momma cat that has raised her babies and is ready for a home. She is a pretty calico. She is spayed and…
Hue chicken salad
Start to finish: 20 minutes Servings: 4 You can use either poached or roasted chicken to make this salad. If you can’t find rau ram,…
Police seek Titusville man
From staff reports Titusville police are asking for assistance in locating a city man facing charges. According to Titusville police, Todd Green is wanted on…
First Night Oil City is packed with activities
From staff reports This year’s First Night Oil City will offer attendees a wide variety of entertainment complemented by two fireworks displays – a Gusher…
Italian media: Berlin market suspect killed in Milan
MILAN (AP) — Italian news agency ANSA says a man killed in a shootout with police in Milan is the main suspect in the Berlin…
Jackets pounds Pens
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) – Scott Hartnell had his ninth career hat trick and the Columbus Blue Jackets scored four times in a head-spinning third-period flurry…
‘Rogue One’ – Exciting prequel to the original Star Wars
In the face of ultimate desperation, hope can propel one to victory in “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story”, a prequel to “Star Wars: Episode…
Recent Deaths 12/23/16
Carrol “Kay” Irene Gilmore, 78, of Lucinda, died Dec. 21, 2016. Harry “Ed” Edgar Neiswonger, 83, of Corsica, died Dec. 21, 2016. Henry L. Deeter,…
Pets are not presents
The Venango County Humane Society wants to make sure people do the right thing this holiday season when it comes to pet adoption. A column…
Training scheduled for parents of special needs students
By SALLY BELL Staff writer Cranberry Area School District is hosting a training for parents of students with special needs. “The need is there,” said…
Franklin DUI
Jones Twp. fire
Keep the holiday season healthy, safe and secure
During the holiday season, many people do not want their thoughts to stray to anything unpleasant. Although celebrating may be the primary goal come the…
Pet of the day 12/22/16
Mini is an approximately 1 year old, super friendly, energetic, female Jack Russell mix surrendered to the rescue center by her owners. Mini is reportedly…
Five-Spice Chicken in Orange Broth
Start to finish: 40 minutes Servings: 4 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast, about 3 breasts 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon olive oil…
OC man accused of arson, animal cruelty waives hearing
By SAXON DAUGHERTY Staff writer An Oil City man accused of burning his ex-girlfriend’s belongings and killing a cat last week waived his preliminary hearing…
Adventure Club purchases gifts for local children
From staff reports Members of the Oil City YMCA Adventure Club found out that it is better to give than to receive on Monday night….
Aleppo evacuations in heavy snow end brutal war chapter
BEIRUT (AP) – Hundreds of rebel fighters and civilians, including small children swaddled in thick blankets, were bused out of war-ravaged Aleppo in heavy snow…
Jagr: Gretzky’s record is safe
SUNRISE, Fla. (AP) – Jaromir Jagr knows No. 2 is as high as he’ll go on the NHL career scoring list. In his mind, that’s…
‘Jeopardy!’ player wins $103K before death
LOS ANGELES (AP) — A woman who died of cancer just days before her appearance on “Jeopardy!” aired won six contests in a row and…
Recent Deaths 12/22/16
Lucille N. Rodgers, 89, of Oil City, died Dec. 16, 2016. For the complete article, please pick up a copy of The Derrick for…
Circumstances lead to delays in baseball complex project
By SAXON DAUGHERTY Staff writer A construction project at the Oil City junior baseball complex on the North Side has been halted of late, but…