Gingerbread Cupcakes with Whipped Vanilla Buttercream
(Family Features) With so many traditions and ways to celebrate the holiday season, the options are nearly endless for families looking to spend special moments…
Blogs
Pet of the Day 11/30/20
Maple was found in a lumberyard and she was only 3 days old. We nursed her to health, and now she is very spunky and…
Quinoa Salad with Orange Cilantro Salad Dressing
(Family Features) A new year brings new opportunities for personal changes and improvement from taking steps forward in a career to bettering personal relationships and…
Bring Your Ideas to the Table
Last week, I encouraged everyone to get involved in redevelopment, and this week I want to offer some specific examples of how. There are three…
Mental Health Bill for Transitioning Service Members
Sens. Sherrod Brown (D-OH), Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), and Joni Ernst (R-IA) introduced VFW-supported S. 4900, the Daniel J. Harvey Jr. and Adam Lambert Improving Servicemember…
Pet of the Day 11/27/20
Mojo is a friendly boy who loves to be petted and played with. All cats have been spayed/neutered, Feline Leukemia and FIV tested and received…
Sherry Cherry Pork Loin Roast
(Family Features) In what’s certain to be a holiday season unlike any other, you can transform your seasonal menu in 20 minutes of prep time…
Pet of the Day 11/26/20
Lucky is a beautiful, gentle giant. He’s a big boy who loves attention and being petted. He is affectionate and friendly and warms up very…
Ranch Crusted Burgers with Avocado Ranch Sauce
(Family Features) Dinner in many households means foolproof recipes that families can count on, but those can become bland and boring. Finding new ways to…
Pet of the Day 11/25/20
“Packard loves being pet but he is still very shy. His foster mom is working hard to bring him out of his shell, but he…
Parmesan Stuffed Peppers with Rice
(Family Features) Just the thought of comfort foods is often enough to warm the soul, especially as cool winds blow and temperatures drop. When cooler…
CHS Holiday Madness
By ALAINA OLSON Student contributor In the midst of these hard times, people certainly need something to look forward to during the holiday season and…
Pet of the Day 11/24/20
Cinnamon is as sweet as her name, with people. She doesn’t seem to like other female dogs. When you hear about her past you might…
Chicken and Rice Casserole with Spinach and Mushrooms
(Family Features) Just the thought of comfort foods is often enough to warm the soul, especially as cool winds blow and temperatures drop. When cooler…
Berry Success at PHUNC
By NATALIE SANDROCK Student contributor PHUNC, a Model United Nations conference, is a chance for Cranberry High School students to stand out in the autumn…
Pet of the Day 11/23/20
Thea and Triton came into the Humane Society at only 5 days old. Their mother was attacking them and one of them unfortunately passed due…
Roasted Onion and Garlic Mashed Potatoes
(Family Features) No holiday celebration can be considered complete without taste bud-tingling sides to pair with your favorite seasonal dishes. Whether you’re able to celebrate…
Tell Congress To Stand Up For Our Vietnam Veterans
Congressional conference committee members are deciding which provisions will remain in the final version of S.409 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year…
Pet of the Day 11/20/20
Angelina is more or less a saint. No one has any unkind words towards her. Well… there was this instance that she liked our hamster,…
Ranch Seasoned Chicken and Mushroom Quesadillas with Tomato Salsa
(Family Features) Dinner in many households means foolproof recipes that families can count on, but those can become bland and boring. Finding new ways to…
Thanksgiving Tradition Continues at Cranberry
By ALEXIS DEHNER Student contributor “I’m so happy we are happy to keep this tradition and take it on the road to the families in…
Implementable Action and Tangible Benefits
Thursday, Nov. 5, was a momentous day for local redevelopment. After a year of grant-writing, waiting, strategizing, more waiting, and logistical planning, we finally had…
Cranberry Soars To New Heights
By DEVIN ZERBE Student contributor Cranberry is moving up a step in the technological world with the new addition of drones. Cranberry High School was…
Pet of the Day 11/19/20
For information on Pascal, visit the Venango County Humane Society from noon to 5 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays.
Ranch Crusted Burgers with Avocado Ranch Sauce
(Family Features) Dinner in many households means foolproof recipes that families can count on, but those can become bland and boring. Finding new ways to…
The 2020 Crantopia President is…
By ALAINA OLSON Student contributor Overlapping the actual 2020 presidential election, four candidates have battled it out to be the next Crantopia president in a…
Mistletoe Mule
(Family Features) While holiday traditions and celebrations will likely look different this year, the season is still special. Set the scene for a celebratory occasion…
Pet of the Day 11/18/20
Genevieve came into our lives as a stray and she isn’t looking back – only forward. She is looking for the right kind of love…
Orange Spiced Tea
(Family Features) It’s no secret that a balanced diet with plenty of fruits and veggies can deliver important vitamins and nutrients for better health, but…
Pet of the Day 11/16/20
Taz is a young pup who is full of energy. She wiggles with joy when someone gives her attention. She enjoys the company of both…
Cranberry Smash Moscow Mule
(Family Features) Despite a holiday season that’s practically guaranteed to feel different than any other, one constant will remain for many: enjoying the tastes of…
Congress Passes Mental HealthCare and Services Bill
Last week, the Senate passed VFW-supported H.R. 8247, the Veterans Comprehensive Prevention, Access to Care and Treatment (COMPACT) Act, which passed the House in September…
Pet of the Day 11/13/20
So, how I came about this name. It’s honestly very embarrassing so don’t tell anyone! Somehow I was found with a stick in my tail,…
Cheeseball
(Family Features) If you need a last-minute appetizer or want to impress your friends, but don’t have the time to spend hours making something, consider…
The Power of Communication
As I’m sure is abundantly clear by now, redevelopment is all about people. Sure, we work on the places and things around us, but the…
Tuscan White Bean Soup
(Family Features) In what’s certain to be a holiday season unlike any other, you can transform your seasonal menu in 20 minutes of prep time…
Pet of the Day 11/12/20
Oliver came to us with Minnie because their owner no longer had time for them. He is a very nice boy and always very excited…
Pet of the Day 11/11/20
Apollo is a handsome man with some emotional baggage, but hey don’t we all have some of that? His previous owners tell us he can…
Chicken, Spinach and Grape Pita
(Family Features) Staying healthy is important year-round, but especially in the cooler months when temperatures drop, people spend more time inside and germs can spread…
Pet of the Day 11/10/20
Rebel was surrendered due to his extreme case of mange however he is on the mend! And boy is he looking good. Rebel is the…
Sherry Cherry Pork Loin Roast
(Family Features) In what’s certain to be a holiday season unlike any other, you can transform your seasonal menu in 20 minutes of prep time…
Pet of the Day 11/9/20
Angelina is more or less a saint. No one has any unkind words towards her. Well… there was this instance that she liked our hamster,…
Chorizo Ragu with Cheesy Toast
(Family Features) Many families constantly search for meal inspiration, and one of the best ways is to look toward trendy tastes for new options to…
‘Find A Veteran, Post A Tribute’ Campaign Launched
The VA National Cemetery Administration has launched a “Find A Veteran, Post A Tribute” campaign to increase awareness of the Veterans Legacy Memorial (VLM). VLM…
Small Steps Matter
This week, I’d like to get personal. I’d like to talk about what redevelopment really means for me, and for you. It’s all well and…
Steak Au Poivre
(Family Features) Celebrate the season and create long-lasting memories this year by serving tasteful main courses centered around tender cuts of beef. With hand-cut choices…
Pet of the Day 11/6/20
Kiara came in with her two daughters, Alice and Rapunzel. The foster only has rave reviews for this girl. She purrs upon having any hand…
Pet of the Day 11/5/20
Krunk is a happy young boy with lots (and lots and lots) of energy! He is very sweet and smart. He will need some work…
YELLOW LIGHT: Slow the Spread
By ADY CARTER Student contributor Beginning Nov. 9, Cranberry High School is converting to phase yellow. The transition was decided by the superintendents of Venango…
Tuna-Carrot Cakes with Garlic Lemon Aioli
Finding a simple solution for your family’s dinner can be as easy as reaching in the pantry for ingredients like canned tuna to create Tuna-Carrot…