Fragile Gaza truce is back on track after an hourslong delay in a hostage-for-prisoner swap
DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — The tense cease-fire between Israel and Hamas appeared to be back on track early Sunday after the release of…
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Karlsson scores late in 2nd period, Penguins defeat Maple Leafs 3-2
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Penguins weren’t about to let a third-period lead slip away for a second consecutive night. Erik Karlsson scored the deciding…
Venango inmate who fled from hospital is sentenced
From staff reports An inmate at the Venango County jail who escaped from UPMC Northwest in May after striking a jail guard at the hospital…
PennDOT to display plans for Oil City corridor
From staff reports The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation is inviting the public to view the online plans display for a project to improve safety and…
Hamas set to release 14 Israeli hostages for 42 Israel-held Palestinians in 2nd truce swap
KHAN YOUNIS, Gaza Strip (AP) — Egyptian officials said Hamas was preparing to release 14 Israeli hostages Saturday for 42 Palestinian prisoners held by Israel,…
Israeli-owned ship was targeted in suspected Iranian attack in Indian Ocean, US official tells AP
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — A container ship owned by an Israeli billionaire came under attack by a suspected Iranian drone in the Indian…
Tuch’s late goal caps Sabres’ 3-2 comeback win against Penguins
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — Alex Tuch scored with 2:44 left in regulation, Jeff Skinner had a goal and an assist, and the Buffalo Sabres came…
Recent Deaths 11/25/23
Gloria J. Greenlee, 92, of Franklin, died Nov. 17, 2023. Gerald E. ‘Jerry’ Schell, 85, of Clearfield, died Sept. 28, 2023. Walter A. Kummer, 77,…
Pet of the Day 11/24/23
This gorgeous bonded pair came to us when their owner could no longer care for them. Peyton is a big and handsome boy, weighing in…
Sweet Potato Hash with Eggs
(Family Features) Making time for meals together can have a positive impact on the well-being of families, including children and adolescents. In fact, regular meals…
Pet of the Day 11/23/23
Koda has had quite the journey with us. He came to us with an old fracture to his front right paw. We started him on…
Poblano Frittata
(Family Features) Making time for meals together can have a positive impact on the well-being of families, including children and adolescents. In fact, regular meals…
Pet of the Day 11/22/23
Willow came to us recently with her brother Max. They were rescued from a neglectful situation, but the rescuer did not end up having enough…
Poached Egg Tostadas with Avocado-Tomatillo Salsa
(Family Features) Making time for meals together can have a positive impact on the well-being of families, including children and adolescents. In fact, regular meals…
25 Gifts for Gardeners Who Have Everything
If you have a gardener on your gift list, this will be the easiest gift you’ve ever had to select and purchase! Truly, there is…
Artists Sunday expands this year
From staff reports Artists Sunday — a day designed to support local artists, creators, writers and performers — will be noticeably expanded when it takes…
Jingle Bell 5K set for Oil City
From staff reports The Oil City Main Street Program’s annual “Jingle Bell Run” 5K Run/Walk will be held Saturday, Dec. 2. The event is held…
Israel and Hamas agree on truce to free hostages in swap, raising hopes of halting war in Gaza
JERUSALEM (AP) — Israel and Hamas agreed to a four-day cease-fire in the war in Gaza — a breakthrough that will facilitate the release of…
Federal judge says Pennsylvania mail-in ballots should still count if dated incorrectly
The Associated Press Mail-in ballots in Pennsylvania without accurate handwritten dates on their exterior envelopes must still be counted if they are received in time,…
Review: In Ridley Scott’s ‘Napoleon,’ the emperor has no clothes but plenty of ego
The Associated Press For such a famed historical figure, Napoleon has made only fleeting appearances in movies since Abel Gance’s 1927 silent film. Stanley Kubrick had grand designs…
Recent Deaths 11/22/23
Charlotte C. Boyd, 102, of Oil City, died Oct. 21, 2023. Carl H. Siegel, Jr., 83, formerly of Leeper, died Nov. 20, 2023. William J….
Pet of the Day 11/21/23
Max came to us recently with his sister Willow. They were rescued from a neglectful situation, but the rescuer did not end up having enough…
Tuscan 3 Bean Peasant Soup
(Family Features) Cozying up with a bowl of warm deliciousness is a perfect way to ward off the chill of winter, and it’s made even…
Certain Health Care Costs Covered For Camp Lejeune Families
Families of Veterans exposed to contaminated drinking water at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune are now eligible for reimbursement of health care costs associated with…
Write-ins capture some Venango supervisor, council positions
From staff reports Results from Venango County in this month’s general election are now official, and write-in candidates captured a couple of township supervisor positions…
Bands come together to help OC-Cranberry cheer program
The Oil City and Cranberry co-op cheer program held a fundraiser Friday night at Oil City High School with the goal of sending the cheerleaders…
Record crowds are expected to take to the air and roads for Thanksgiving
DALLAS (AP) — Despite inflation and memories of past holiday travel meltdowns, millions of people are expected to hit airports and highways in record numbers…
Steelers fire offensive coordinator Matt Canada after 2-plus seasons of largely ineffective play
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Steelers fired embattled offensive coordinator Matt Canada on Tuesday, two-plus years into a tenure in which the team struggled to…
Review: Emerald Fennell chronicles a promising young man in audacious, shock-filled ‘Saltburn’
The Associated Press Two years ago Emerald Fennell stood on the Oscars stage hoisting her writing trophy for “Promising Young Woman,” a scathing look at…
Recent Deaths 11/21/23
Joan Marsan Johnsen died Nov. 12, 2023. James E. Hoover, 35, of Rocky Grove, died Nov. 19, 2023. Ricky Daniel Wice, 65, of Seneca, died…
Pet of the Day 11/20/23
Chocolate has been in a foster home for several weeks, raised as a bottle baby with her “donut” themed siblings. Her foster parent says she…
Smoky German Potato, Sausage and Bacon Chili
(Family Features) Cozying up with a bowl of warm deliciousness is a perfect way to ward off the chill of winter, and it’s made even…
Light-Up Night parade winners announced
From staff reports Victory Elementary School was the overall winner of the Electric Lights parade held Saturday during Franklin’s Light-Up Night Celebration, receiving a prize…
Rosalynn Carter, outspoken former first lady, dies at 96
ATLANTA (AP) — Former first lady Rosalynn Carter, the closest adviser to Jimmy Carter during his one term as U.S. president and their four decades…
Rookie QB Thompson-Robinson rallies Browns to 13-10 win over Steelers
CLEVELAND (AP) — As Dorian Thompson-Robinson sat in the back of a golf cart swiping through text messages overwhelming his phone, wide receiver Elijah Moore…
Nedeljkovic helps Penguins shut out Golden Knights, 3-0
PITTSBURGH (AP) — A chaotic 72 hours for Pittsburgh Penguins goaltender Alex Nedeljkovic started with a goal and ended with a shutout. Nedeljkovic stopped 38…
Hollywood’s feast and famine before Thanksgiving, as ‘Hunger Games’ prequel tops box office
The Associated Press “The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes” topped the North American box office in its first weekend in theaters with $44…
Recent Deaths 11/20/23
Stephen M. Safford, 73, of Oil City, died Nov. 17, 2023. Robert G. Holzer, 84, of Tionesta, formerly of Cranberry Twp., Butler, Co., died Nov….
Plans for former Days Inn move ahead
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer Plans continue to move forward with the planned purchase of the former Days Inn hotel property in Oil City. Oil…
Spencer lawsuit against township still unresolved
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer A federal lawsuit filed earlier this year by Cranberry Township resident and property owner Randy Spencer against the township and…
Fears of political violence are growing as the 2024 campaign heats up and conspiracy theories evolve
The Associated Press The man who bludgeoned former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s husband with a hammer last year consumed a steady diet of right-wing conspiracy…
Jarvis scores twice in third period as Hurricanes beat Penguins 4-2
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — Seth Jarvis broke a tie with 8:08 remaining with his first goal in six games and then added an empty-net, power-play…
‘Please regulate AI:’ Artists push for U.S. copyright reforms but tech industry says not so fast
The Associated Press Country singers, romance novelists, video game artists and voice actors are appealing to the U.S. government for relief — as soon as…
Oil City, Franklin leaf pickups continue
From staff reports Leaf pickups will continue next week in Oil City and Franklin: Here is the schedule: Oil City Monday — East Second, East Third,…
American Red Cross to hold 3 blood drives in December
From staff reports The American Red Cross will hold three blood drives next month. The first will be from 12:30 to 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec….
Tempers flare and bills languish as Speaker Johnson confronts the same problems that vexed McCarthy
WASHINGTON (AP) — By most accounts, Speaker Mike Johnson inherited a House Republican majority in disarray after the sudden ouster of his predecessor last month….
Rosalynn Carter, 96-year-old former first lady, is in hospice care at home, Carter Center says
The Associated Press Former first lady Rosalynn Carter is in hospice care at home in Plains, Georgia, joining former President Jimmy Carter, who has been receiving end-of-life…
Taylor Swift fan dies at Rio concert as fans complain about high temperatures and lack of water
RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — A 23-year-old Taylor Swift fan died at the singer’s Eras Tour concert in Rio de Janeiro Friday night, according to…
Pet of the Day 11/17/23
Marble has been in a foster home for several weeks, raised with her “donut” themed siblings as bottle babies. Her foster parent says she is…
Baked Apples with Coconut and Crumble Topping
Baked Apples with Coconut and Crumble Topping Servings: 8 6 Envy Apples 3/4 cup dark chocolate 1/2 cup chopped roasted hazelnuts 1 cup instant or…