NHL All-Stars converge for LA party
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Sidney Crosby only took a few steps into the lobby of his downtown Los Angeles hotel Friday before he was besieged…
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Recent Deaths 1/28/17
Misty Dawn Cain, 34, of Knox, died Monday, Jan. 23, 2017. J. Marilyn Boyles, 79, of Dayton, Ohio, formerly of Rimersburg, died Saturday, Jan. 21, 2017….
DeBence Antique Music World to host Snowflake Ball Feb. 3
DeBence Antique Music World will host its first Snowflake Ball from 7 to 10p.m. Friday, Feb. 3, in the third floor ballroom of the museum….
Emlenton man facing child porn, corruption charges
by SAXON DAUGHERTY Staff writer Several charges have been filed against an Emlenton man for allegedly sending inappropriate text messages to a teenage girl. A…
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A-list celebs out in force for anti-Trump women’s marches
WASHINGTON (AP) — If you wondered where many of Hollywood’s A-list celebrities had gone during President Donald Trump’s inauguration, you didn’t have to wonder any…
Gut remains perfect in super-G; Vonn struggles in 9th
Defending overall World Cup champion Lara Gut extended her perfect run in super-G this season with a comfortable win Sunday while Lindsey Vonn struggled to…
4 dead mourned in Mississippi storm as living begin recovery
PETAL, Miss. (AP) — Cynthia Holland has to repair her liquor store. William Carey University has to find a place to hold classes. Michelle Kirk…
Sixth annual Winterfest will be held Jan. 28
From staff reports The Venango Fatherhood Initiative and Two Mile Run County Park will host the sixth annual Family Winterfest on Saturday, Jan. 28, at…
Aqua Pennsylvania buys Emlenton wastewater system
From staff reports EMLENTON- Aqua Pennsylvania announced Friday it has purchased the wastewater assets of the Emlenton Area Municipal Authority. The authority serves about 450…
‘The Founder’ explores the man who, sort of, made McDonald’s
The official McDonald’s Corp. company history refers to a 1954 visit to San Bernadino, Calif., by then-salesman Ray Kroc, who was stunned by the speedy,…
Oil City DUI
Rt. 322 DUI
Women descend on DC a day after anarchists create chaos
WASHINGTON (AP) — A day after self-described anarchists created chaos, thousands of women are descending upon Washington for what is expected to be a more…
El Chapo’s new home: a jail that held mobsters, terrorists
NEW YORK (AP) — In the heart of bustling lower Manhattan sits one of the country’s most secure federal lockups — and the new home…
Big 2nd period helps Penguins beat Hurricanes 7-1
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — The Pittsburgh Penguins have been beatable away from home this season. Good thing for them this felt nothing like a road…
Recent Deaths 1/21/17
Spencer R. Foust, 25, of Hooker, Butler County, died Tuesday, Jan. 17, 2017. Denise Ann Pickens, 59, of Lamartine, died Thursday, Jan. 19, 2017. Verna L Whitmer,…
Fun performances aren’t enough to save ‘Split’
“Split ” is a movie in which James McAvoy plays a man with 23 personalities. Some of them are kind. Some are strange. Some are…
World’s primates facing extinction crisis, new report says
WASHINGTON (AP) — Gorillas, monkeys, lemurs and other primates are in danger of becoming extinct, and scientists say it’s our fault that our closest living…
More freezing rain, temperatures expected for central US
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — A third wave of sleet and drizzle could hit parts of the central U.S. on the eve of the Martin…
Attempted Robbery
PFA Violation
The big top comes down: Ringling Bros. circus is closing
ELLENTON, Fla. (AP) — After 146 years, the curtain is coming down on “The Greatest Show on Earth.” The owner of the Ringling Bros. and…
Athanasiou, Red Wings rally to rout Penguins 6-3
DETROIT (AP) — Andreas Athanasiou went end to end with the puck, split two defenders and flipped a fluttering puck into the net. That spectacular…
Another winter-storm round to hit already-icy US midsection
ST. LOUIS (AP) — States across the nation’s midsection are bracing for another round of winter storms expected to add to thick ice that already…
Musical acts and more planned at the Barrow
The Franklin Civic Operetta Association has scheduled a full slate of entertainment for this year at the Barrow- Civic Theatre in Franklin. Its 2017 season…
Johnny Depp sues ex-managers alleging millions in losses
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Johnny Depp sued his former business managers on Friday alleging they mismanaged his earnings throughout a lucrative period of his career,…
Steelers-Chiefs moved to primetime because of ice storm
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The AFC divisional playoff game between the Steelers and Chiefs on Sunday has been moved from an early afternoon kickoff…
Recent Deaths 1/14/17
Katherine F. “Kate” Flaherty, 62, of Oil City, died Thursday, Jan. 12, 2017. For the complete article, please pick up a copy of The Derrick for…
Registration open for Nature Art Showcase
The Council on Greenways and Trails will host the second annual Nature Art Showcase Friday and Saturday, Feb. 3-4, inside the Barrow-Civic Theatre lobby during…
What to watch for on the red carpet this awards season
The holidays may be over, but for lovers of pop culture, style and all things celebrity, the marathon of awards shows this time of year…
Theft of Motor Vehicle
Fatal Shooting
Rouseville Road Crash
Winter storm coats parts of South, heads toward New England
DURHAM, N.C. (AP) — A winter storm that left a glaze of ice and snow across portions of the South and is being blamed for…
Healthy Steelers facing depleted Dolphins in rematch
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The feeling of helplessness remains very real to Le’Veon Bell. Bell was standing on the sideline in sweatpants each of the last…
Gunman picked off passengers, sent crowds fleeing at airport
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — Without a word, the gunman moved through the baggage claim picking off travelers until his handgun ran out of ammunition,…
Statutory Sexual Assault
I-80 Crash
Franklin man facing several drug charges
By Saxon Daugherty Staff Writer A Franklin man is facing several drug charges after he allegedly admitted to facilitating the distribution of heroin. A criminal…
Franklin Area School District holds annual “Change for Charity” event
Franklin Area School District elementary students in Sandycreek Elementary and Victory Elementary recently held their annual “Change for Charity” event. Sandycreek Elementary collected $603.32 and…
Reynolds, Fisher laid to rest at Hollywood Hills cemetery
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Carrie Fisher, who has been laid to rest alongside her mother Debbie Reynolds, was adored by family, friends and fans for…
Steelers TE Green misses practice, questionable for Dolphins
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Ladarius Green sat out practice on Friday, putting his availability for Sunday’s playoff game against Miami in doubt….
Recent Deaths 1/7/17
Alan M. Pedley, formerly of Franklin, died Nov. 19, 2016. Sister Janet Staab (formerly Sister Mary Joan), OSB, 79, and in the 61st year of…
Actress Debbie Reynolds has died at age 84, son says
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Actress Debbie Reynolds, the star of the 1952 classic “Singin’ in the Rain,” has died. She was 84. Her son, Todd…
British singer George Michael dead at age 53
LONDON (AP) — George Michael, who rocketed to stardom with WHAM! and went on to enjoy a long and celebrated solo career lined with controversies,…
Tickets on sale for Blacklight Ball
The Blacklight Ball will be held from 7 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 4, at the Oil City Community Alliance Church at 411 Seneca St….
Body of Italian victim of Berlin truck attack returns home
MILAN (AP) — A casket containing the body of the Italian victim of the truck attack on a Christmas market in Berlin has arrived in…
Mercer County Crash
Carrie Fisher remains in intensive care unit, brother says
LOS ANGELES (AP) — “Star Wars” actress Carrie Fisher is receiving treatment in an intensive care unit after suffering a medical emergency on a flight…