Speaker Johnson grasps for a funding plan with a government shutdown approaching
WASHINGTON (AP) — With just a week left to avert a government shutdown, new House Speaker Mike Johnson is facing his first big test as…
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SZA leads the 2024 Grammy nominations as women outpace men in the leading categories
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Killing her ex? That’s a bad idea. Writing “Kill Bill” and releasing her critically acclaimed sophomore album “SOS” earlier this year?…
Biden and Xi are to meet next week. There is no detail too small to sweat
WASHINGTON (AP) — When President Joe Biden meets Chinese leader Xi Jinping on Wednesday, there will be no such thing as a small detail. How…
Recent Deaths 11/11/23
Marcy K. Karns, 63, of Oil City, died Nov. 9, 2023. Stanley “John” Cyphert, 87, of Lake Lucy, died Nov. 10, 2023. Kathy Reynolds, 71,…
Pet of the Day 11/10/23
Bryson is a friendly five-month-old kitten who is looking for his forever home! He came to us with a couple of other kittens when his…
Apple Cake
(Culinary.net) It’s almost impossible to beat the combination of sweet fruit and decadent desserts. This delicious recipe for Apple Cake highlights the crisp fruit but…
Allegheny National Forest wildfire contained
From staff reports The USDA Forest Service announced Thursday that the Sugar Bay Wildfire in Allegheny National Forest reached 100% containment. The wildfire was located…
Venango Campus veterans program will be held Monday
From staff reports PennWest-Clarion’s Venango Campus in Oil City will hold its annual veterans program at 11 a.m. Monday in the Rhoades Center auditorium. The…
Blinken says ‘far too many’ Palestinians have died as Israel wages relentless war on Hamas
NEW DELHI (AP) — U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said Friday that “far too many” Palestinians have died and suffered as Israel wages a…
Bryan Rust makes sure his second OT goal counts as Penguins defeat Kings 4-3
LOS ANGELES (AP) — After having a goal waved off in overtime, Bryan Rust quickly made sure it didn’t happen twice. His wraparound goal with…
Review: The Hunger Games return in ‘The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes,’ with the odds in its favor
The Associated Press Two hours and 37 minutes is pretty long for a “ballad,” but you can’t call it “The Hunger Games: The Three-Cycle Opera…
Recent Deaths 11/10/23
James C. Johnston, 76, of Franklin, died Nov. 8, 2023. Mary Lou Socha, 85, of Oil City, died Nov. 9, 2023. Beatrice M. Tomasello, 79,…
Pet of the Day 11/9/23
Looking for a loyal adventure buddy? Look no further than Kory, the energetic one-year-old German shepherd mix who loves nothing more than exploring outside and…
Cherry Coffee Cake
(Family Features) Add some sweetness to your breakfast routine with this delicious and easy-to-make Cherry Coffee Cake. Find more breakfast recipes at Culinary.net. Cherry Coffee…
Allegheny National Forest wildfire nears containment
From staff reports The USDA Forest Service announced that as of 2 p.m. Wednesday, the Sugar Bay Wildfire in Allegheny National Forest was estimated at…
OC Christ Episcopal pajama collection underway
From staff reports The annual pajama collection project is up and running for the 12th year at Christ Episcopal Church in Oil City. The pajama…
Israeli strikes pound Gaza City as ground forces battle Hamas near major hospital
KHAN YOUNIS, Gaza Strip (AP) — Israeli strikes pounded Gaza City overnight into Thursday as ground forces battled Hamas militants in dense urban neighborhoods near…
Last 12 months on Earth were the hottest ever recorded, analysis finds
The Associated Press The last 12 months were the hottest Earth has ever recorded, according to a new report by Climate Central, a nonprofit science…
Hollywood strikes are over. Here’s when you could see your favorite shows return
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Missed your favorite actors? After nearly four months of striking, they’re coming back. Wednesday’s deal between striking actors and studios and streaming…
Recent Deaths 11/9/23
John F. Pochron, Jr., 83, of Oil City, died Nov. 6, 2023. Ray H. Lewis, 77, of Marienville, died Nov. 6, 2023. For complete…
Pet of the Day 11/8/23
This sweet little boy came to us when his owners could no longer care for him. Meet Bear, the 5-month-old pit mix. Bear is super…
Popovers with Cranberry Butter
(Family Features) Creating memorable moments and special meals with friends and family during the holiday season doesn’t have to be overwhelming. While these festivities are…
November Gardening Chores
If you haven’t already, get your new spring flowering bulbs planted now. Empty, clean and store planters where they will be dry for the winter….
Legion to host Veterans Day program in OC
From staff reports The James M. Henderson Oil City American Legion post is sponsoring the Veterans Day program in Oil City on Saturday. The ceremonies…
Franklin’s Christmas tree to arrive Friday
From staff reports The City of Franklin will welcome its community Christmas tree on Friday. This year’s tree was donated to the city by Dixie…
Democrat McCaffery wins open seat on Pennsylvania Supreme Court
HARRISBURG (AP) — Democrat Dan McCaffery won an open seat on Pennsylvania’s Supreme Court in Tuesday’s general election, preserving a strong Democratic majority on a…
Jarry injured, Hellberg finishes shutout in Penguins’ 2-0 win over Ducks
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Tristan Jarry and Magnus Hellberg combined on a 32-save shutout after Jarry left with an injury late in the second period,…
Review: In David Fincher’s ‘The Killer,’ an assassin hides in plain sight
The Associated Press It’s a noir staple to open with a bit of narration, but once the nameless hit-man protagonist of David Fincher’s “The Killer”…
Recent Deaths 11/8/23
Christina Jane Manning Wilson, 63, of Fresno, California, died Sept. 19, 2023. Douglas Allen Rhoads, 70, of Knox, died Nov. 6, 2023. Glenyce Joette Croasmun,…
Pet of the Day 11/7/23
Meet Remmy, the sweetest pup with a heart of gold! This sweet 5-month-old pit mix was surrendered to us when his owners could no longer…
Dairy Free Salted Caramel Cupcakes
(Family Features) Make this year’s festivities truly memorable by adding a touch of sweetness to holiday celebrations with this delightful combination of fluffy cupcakes, creamy…
House Subcommittee Hearing on Pending Legislation
VFW National Legislative Deputy Director Kristina Keenan testified before the House Veterans’ Affairs Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity regarding pending legislation related to education and other…
Public input sought for second OC library staircase mural
From staff reports Local artist and Woods and River Coffee co-owner Marcy Hall is asking the community to give input and work together on the…
Conservation Hall of Fame ceremonies set
From staff reports The Venango County Conservation Hall of Fame 2023 induction ceremonies will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday in the Rhoades Hall auditorium…
Supreme Court hears arguments in a case over a gun law that protects domestic violence victims
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court is taking up a challenge to a federal law that prohibits people from having guns if they are under…
Trump lashes out at judge, NY attorney general as he testifies in fraud trial
NEW YORK (AP) — A defiant Donald Trump sparred with a New York judge and slammed the state attorney general suing him Monday, using the…
Voters weigh abortion rights in open state Supreme Court seat
HARRISBURG (AP) — Pennsylvania voters will make a decision with implications for the future of voting and abortion rights in a presidential battleground state when…
Recent Deaths 11/7/23
Dorothy M. Minich, 93, of Fairmount City, died Nov. 4, 2023. Joseph R. Womer, Sr., 81, of Oil City, died Nov. 6, 2023. Minnie L….
Pet of the Day 11/6/23
What’s better than one big, lovable, handsome and friendly cat? Two of course! Bo and Titan are a bonded pair of 7 year olds who…
Chocolate Covered Pumpkin Pretzels
(Culinary.net) A sweet and savory treat, these Chocolate Covered Pumpkin Pretzels will disappear scary fast at your next Halloween party. With just three ingredients, they’re…
Everyone was in the pink
From staff reports Pink Pumpkins for UPMC Hillman Cancer Center at UPMC Northwest, Seven Mountains Media and Northwest Hospital Foundation joined for Breast Cancer Awareness…
Israeli forces cut off north Gaza as Palestinian death toll from monthlong war passes 10,000
DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — Israeli forces severed northern Gaza from the rest of the besieged territory and pounded it with intense airstrikes overnight…
Trump’s business, political ambitions poised to converge as he testifies in New York civil case
NEW YORK (AP) — When Donald Trump takes the stand Monday in a Manhattan courtroom to testify in his civil fraud trial, it will be…
Weekend box office results are muted without ‘Dune: Part Two’
The Associated Press The North American box office had one of its slowest weekends of the year, due in large part to “Dune: Part Two’s”…
Recent Deaths 11/6/23
Ethel D. Rice, 86, of Franklin, died Nov. 3, 2023. Elizabeth “Bette” Moore, of Clintonville, died Nov. 3, 2023. Ronald C. Wygant, 83, of Tionesta,…
Voting machine, tabulator tested in run-up to election
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer Venango County election officials held a public voting machine testing Friday in the Courthouse Annex in preparation for Tuesday’s general…
East Second work winding down, Schroyer says project ‘well executed’
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer Oil City Council members heard an update Thursday on the East Second Street project and honored the late Henry B….
Protest marches from US to Berlin call for immediate halt to Israeli bombing of Gaza
WASHINGTON (AP) — From Washington to Milan to Paris, tens of thousands of pro-Palestinian demonstrators marched Saturday, calling for a halt to Israel’s bombardment of…
Penguins win 10-2, hand Sharks record-tying 11th straight loss to start season
SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) — Reilly Smith and Jake Guentzel each had two goals and two assists, Evgeni Malkin also scored twice, and the Pittsburgh…
Sheryl Crow, Missy Elliott, Chaka Khan make crowd go wild at Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
NEW YORK (AP) — Sheryl Crow and Olivia Rodrigo kicked off the 2023 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony Friday night and Missy…