Forward motion of ‘Maze Runner’ stalls in 3rd entry
NEW YORK (AP) — Moviegoers who come late to the “Maze Runner” franchise, which now numbers three, will doubtless have one very reasonable question: Where,…
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Union concerned after payroll cuts by Marlins, Pirates
NEW YORK (AP) — Concerned after the Miami Marlins and Pittsburgh Pirates cut major league payroll, the baseball players’ association has taken the first step…
Recent Deaths 1/27/18
Herbert V. Hovis, 89, of Clintonville, died Friday, Jan. 26, 2018. Robert L. Tenney, 84, of Titusville, died Thursday evening, Jan. 25, 2018. James Irwin Deets, 88,…
A piece of history-Family moves to old Historical Society House
By MARISSA DECHANT – Staff writer Many a Venango County resident has likely set foot inside the home of Kipp and Candida Walton at 301…
Child endangerment
Democrats, GOP exchange charges of blame for shutdown
WASHINGTON (AP) — Feuding Democrats and Republicans in Congress are trying to dodge blame for a paralyzing standoff over immigration and showing few signs of…
VisionQuest shuts down
By JUDITH O. ETZEL – Contributing writer VisionQuest, a Sandycreek Township facility that houses troubled and at-risk youths, has closed for business. “We are in…
‘The Shape of Water’ wins top Producers Guild Award
BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. (AP) — Women and inclusivity continued to dominate the awards season conversation Saturday at the Producers Guild Awards, where Guillermo del Toro’s…
Global female empowerment marches enter second day
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — Demonstrations in support of female empowerment are scheduled in cities across the country Sunday, a day after hundreds of thousands…
Dell’s 31 saves help Sharks beat Penguins 2-1
SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) — The way Aaron Dell has played this season means the San Jose Sharks have no drop-off at all when starting…
Ladies’ Clothing Swap
A Ladies’ Clothing Swap will be held from 7 to 9 p.m. Friday, Feb. 9, at St. Patrick School, 952 Buffalo St., Franklin. People may…
Utica residents facing charges after meth precursors found
By MARISSA DECHANT – Staff writer Two Utica residents are facing charges after police found precursors to manufacturing methamphetamine outside their Swamp Road home Thursday…
Manson follower Leslie Van Houten denied parole by governor
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The governor of California once again denied parole Friday for Leslie Van Houten, the youngest follower of murderous cult leader Charles…
US government shuts down; Dems, GOP blame each other
WASHINGTON (AP) — The federal government shut down at the stroke of midnight Friday, halting all but the most essential operations and marring the one-year…
Autopsy: Tom Petty died of accidental drug overdose
NEW YORK (AP) — Tom Petty died last year because of an accidental drug overdose that his family said occurred on the same day he…
Recent Deaths 1/20/18
Glenda J. Johnson (Beichner), 77, of Strattanville, died Friday, Jan. 19, 2018 Dorothy D. Coulter, 101, of Franklin, died Tuesday, Jan. 16, 2018. Mr. Raymond S….
CareerLink partnering with libraries to offer services
From staff reports A new partnership between CareerLink and the libraries of the Oil Region Library Association is in the works. “CareerLink recently changed models…
KEEN ON KOYACK
By ED BRANNON – Sports editor Had Karen Koyack known months ago what would happen on Jan. 7, she definitely would’ve pushed her partial knee…
Ohio woman, Oil City man face meth charges
By JIM MEYER – Staff writer Oil City police said two people have been arrested and jailed on felony charges related to trafficking large amounts…
After outcry, Mark Wahlberg donates $1.5 million film fee
NEW YORK (AP) — Following an outcry over a significant disparity in pay between co-stars, Mark Wahlberg agreed Saturday to donate the $1.5 million he…
A wave of panic rattles Hawaii after false missile alert
HONOLULU (AP) — The second recent blunder in Hawaii’s planning for a possible North Korean nuclear attack left islanders shaken after an emergency alert warning…
Cole fire: Astros heat up hot stove by acquiring Pirates ace
HOUSTON (AP) — The Houston Astros already had two Cy Young winners on their staff. They’re hoping Gerrit Cole can make it three. The World…
Matric shows off its new line of equipment
From staff reports Matric Group, a Seneca-based contract manufacturer and engineering designer of electronic assemblies and industrial controls, presented its new line of equipment to…
Mercer County Homicide-Robbery
Fire destroys garage on Rockland-Nickleville Road
From staff reports A garage on Rockland-Nickleville Road was destroyed by fire Friday. The blaze broke out at about 12:05 p.m. Rockland fire chief Kevin…
Frustrations, tragedy mount for California mudslide town
MONTECITO, Calif. (AP) — Frustrations and dark discoveries mounted for a California town ravaged by a deadly and destructive mudslide. Most of the people of…
Pirates agree to terms with Cole, Mercer and Kontos
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Gerrit Cole remains a Pittsburgh Pirate. For now, at least. The Pirates and their top starting pitcher avoided arbitration by agreeing on…
Horror master Stephen King to receive PEN America award
NEW YORK (AP) — There’s a whiff of horror about PEN America’s new Literary Service Award winner — it’s Stephen King. The literary and human…
Recent Deaths 1/13/18
Lucretia O’Claire “Cushie” Dickert, 73, of Latrobe formerly of Franklin, died Wednesday, Jan. 10, 2018. Florence W. Albright, 91, of Franklin, died Monday, Jan. 8, 2018. Marianne…
Franklin man gets prison time in drug case
By MARISSA DECHANT – Staff writer A Franklin man was sentenced Friday to serve up to five years in state prison on drug charges. Cleo…
Popular local musician to open music store in Franklin
By JIM MEYER – Staff writer For Franklin businessman Tony Neidich, helping a friend helped him launch his music store. When the friend fell sick…
Theft by extortion
Couple charged for fraud attempt at car dealership
By MARISSA DECHANT – Staff writer A Bedford County couple are facing felony charges in connection with an alleged attempted fraud at the A. Crivelli…
Draped in black, Golden Globes will try on a new look
NEW YORK (AP) — The Golden Globes have always been the less serious stop in route to the Academy Awards — the boozy, bubbly awards…
1 winning Powerball ticket to claim $570 million jackpot
MERRIMACK, N.H. (AP) — It’s been a billion-dollar lottery weekend after a lone Powerball ticket sold in New Hampshire matched all six numbers and will…
$450 million Mega Millions winning ticket sold in Florida
DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — The winning ticket in the latest Mega Millions drawing was sold in Florida. One ticket matched all six numbers in…
Fundraiser to benefit church restoration
Franklin Preservation will hold a Divine Intervention Party from 5 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 13, at 1 Park Way in the Miller Park section…
East Coast set for wickedly cold weekend of sub-zero temps
MONTPELIER, Vt. (AP) — Brutally cold conditions are expected to envelop the East Coast most of this weekend, prompting wind chill warnings from Virginia to…
Cooperstown Road crash
Franklin state police investigate another phone scam
By JIM MEYER – Staff writer Franklin state police investigated yet another phone scam targeting area residents this week, this time by a caller impersonating…
‘Insidious: The Last Key’ review: Horror franchise ups its game
Four films in, the horror franchise “Insidious” deserves recognition for its unusual star, Lin Shaye. It isn’t the character she plays that’s noteworthy — a…
Crosby, Jarry lead Penguins to 4-0 win over Islanders
NEW YORK (AP) — Sidney Crosby and the Pittsburgh Penguins bounced back quickly from a disappointing defeat at home. Crosby had a goal and three…
Recent Deaths 1/6/18
Julie Marie Walentoski, 51, of Oil City, died Thursday, Jan. 4, 2018 Kathryn B. Jackson, 94, a resident of Wesbury United Methodist Community, died Wednesday, Jan….
Winter artistry
By Sydney Herdle – Staff writer Josh Rowe’s attention to detail has him spending hours in the freezing cold focusing on the intricacy of snowflakes…
Police seeking man wanted for PFA violation
Franklin Industries is celebrating success
By MARISSA DECHANT – Staff writer In the wake of some recent local business closures, one Franklin company is forging a new identity while maintaining…
Extreme cold to test New Year’s revelers; some events iced
Dress in layers, lay off the booze and bring some hand warmers. Those are some of the tips offered for the huge crowd of revelers…
No. 9 Penn State tops No. 12 Washington 35-28 in Fiesta Bowl
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Converting on third downs had been a sore spot at Penn State, so coach James Franklin made it a point of…
‘Phantom Thread’ spins a rich showcase for Day-Lewis
With echoes of “Rebecca” and lavish Max Ophuls productions, writer and director Paul Thomas Anderson spins the tale of an obsessive fashion designer and his…
Full slate of entertainment planned for First Night
First Night Oil City will be held from 5:30 p.m. until midnight Sunday. The celebration is marking its 20th year. Entertainers who will join the…