Meringue Nests with Vanilla Bean Whipped Cream and Strawberries
(Family Features) It’s tough to top the joy of a spring morning spent celebrating with family, enjoying a delicious brunch, or snacking on sweet treats….
Retail theft
Motorcycle crash
Many Benefits of Forest Farming
Last week’s Redevelopment Column introduced the concept of agroforestry and how it is often defined by specific practices. In the mid-Atlantic and Northwest regions of…
Garden Mart set for May 7-8
From staff reports The Franklin Gardeners Association has been hard at work planning for this year’s May Garden Mart in downtown Franklin. The area’s premier…
Franklin names prom court
Franklin High School will hold its prom Saturday, May 7, at Forever Farms. The theme of the dance is “Forever Enchanted.” Students who are serving…
Ukraine slams Kyiv attack amid new Mariupol rescue effort
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy accused Russia of trying to humiliate the United Nations by raining missiles on Kyiv during a visit…
Biden taking ‘hard look’ at student loan forgiveness
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden said Thursday that he’s “taking a hard look” at canceling additional federal student loan debt and will reach a…
McCutchen rallies Brewers past Pirates 3-2 to complete sweep
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The nostalgia factor has worn off for Andrew McCutchen. Four-plus years removed from his departure from Pittsburgh, the five-time All-Star admits returning…
Steelers tab Pitt QB Kenny Pickett as Big Ben’s successor
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Kenny Pickett stayed in school at Pittsburgh an extra year just so he could move next door. Now all the Pittsburgh Steelers’…
‘Carpool Karaoke’ king James Corden leaving late-night show
LOS ANGELES (AP) — James Corden said he will be bowing out of his late-night CBS TV show next year, calling it a “good time…
Recent Deaths 4/29/22
James E. “Jim” Corbin, 64, of Titusville, died April 27, 2022. Mary Lee “Nancy” Young, 79, of Rimersburg, died April 28, 2022. Victor J. Troese,…
Pet of the Day 4/28/22
Chloe just recently came to us because her owner could no longer care for her. Chloe is timid and would probably do best in a…
Southwest Steaks with Creamy Peppercorn Sauce and Parmesan-Herb Fries
(Family Features) Celebrating summer with sizzling meals starts with tender, juicy cuts of meat that take center stage when dining on the patio or firing…
Hearing continued again for OC homicide suspect
From staff reports A preliminary hearing for an Oil City man accused of killing a woman whose body was found in early March at the…
Oil City names prom court
Oil City High School has announced its prom court, and members include (from left) Esau Knight, Emily Bly, Heydan Krug, Payton Burk, Mike McFarland, Jada…
Fauci: US in ‘a different moment’ but pandemic not over
The Associated Press Dr. Anthony Fauci said Wednesday the coronavirus is under better control in the United States. but the pandemic isn’t over — and…
Ukraine says Russian offensive in east gathering momentum
IRPIN, Ukraine (AP) — Russia’s offensive in eastern Ukraine gathered momentum Thursday as the United Nations’ chief surveyed the destruction in towns outside Kyiv that…
Ashby takes no-hitter into 6th, Brewers beat Pirates 3-1
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Aaron Ashby combined with four relievers on a one-hitter, Tyrone Taylor singled home the go-ahead run in the seventh inning, and the…
Review: Liam Neeson kills down ‘Memory’ lane
The Associated Press “Memory” is an interesting title for the latest Liam Neeson thriller. Do you remember the last Liam Neeson thriller? Or the one…
Recent Deaths 4/28/22
Louis D. Foster, of Franklin, died April 26, 2022. Michael Todd Spence, of Brookville, formerly of Brockway, died April 26 2022. Karen S. O’Day, 57,…
Pet of the Day 4/27/22
Sprout recently came to us with another dog, he is shy and timid but friendly and quite gentle. Sprout would probably do best in a…
Grilled Shrimp Tostadas with Guacamole and Pico de Gallo
(Family Features) Celebrating summer with sizzling meals starts with tender, juicy cuts of meat that take center stage when dining on the patio or firing…
Dividing Perennials
A certain amount of time and energy is required to create and maintain a visually appealing perennial garden. Results obtained from dividing perennials are well…
Man gets lengthy state prison term in sex abuse case
From staff reports A former Venango County man who had been a teacher and administrator at schools in Venango and Clarion counties has been sentenced…
Valley Grove board approves roof repair contract
By MAKAYLA KEATING Staff writer Valley Grove School Board on Monday awarded a contract for roof repairs at Rocky Grove High School. Homan Specialty Roofing…
European nations accuse Russia of natural gas ‘blackmail’
WARSAW, Poland (AP) — Polish and Bulgarian leaders accused Moscow of using natural gas to blackmail their countries after Russia’s state-controlled energy company stopped supplying…
McDavid outshines Crosby as Oilers surge past Penguins 5-1
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Five strides. That’s all it took for Connor McDavid to race by two Pittsburgh Penguins and deliver a magnificent goal in what…
Adames 2 homers, career-best 7 RBIs as Brewers beat Pirates
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Willy Adames homered twice and drove in a career-high seven runs, and the Milwaukee Brewers beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 12-8 on Tuesday…
Boxer’s Holocaust ordeal, aftermath told in ‘The Survivor’
LOS ANGELES (AP) — In “The Survivor,” filmmaker Barry Levinson reaches back 80 years to tell the grueling story of a boxer who put the…
Recent Deaths 4/27/22
Mark Thomas Johnson, 61, died April 5, 2022. Sandra A. Mullen, 79, of Spartansburg, died April 25, 2022. John A. “Jack” Gatesman, 95, of Newville,…
Fried Lobster Po Boy Cheeseburgers
(Family Features) Celebrating summer with sizzling meals starts with tender, juicy cuts of meat that take center stage when dining on the patio or firing…
Pet of the Day 4/26/22
Ezra recently came to us because his owner could no longer care for him. Ezra can be timid around new people and would probably do…
Project to repair Tarklin Road bridge will begin soon
From staff reports Work will begin soon to rehabilitate the bridge that carries Tarklin Road (Route 2004) over Tarklin Run in Cranberry Township. Work will…
Franklin man embarks on 4th canoe trip to Gulf of Mexico
By BRAD LENA Staff writer Franklin resident Bill Riddle says he likes to test himself, and over the last couple of years, his tests have…
White House: Without funding US will lose COVID treatments
WASHINGTON (AP) — For much of the past two years, America has been first in line for COVID-19 vaccines and treatments. Now, as drugmakers develop…
Russia pounds eastern Ukraine as West promises Kyiv new arms
TORETSK, Ukraine (AP) — Russia pounded eastern Ukraine on Tuesday as the U.S. defense secretary promised to “keep moving heaven and earth” to get Kyiv…
‘The Offer’ recreates wild drama behind ‘The Godfather’
NEW YORK (AP) — On a trip to New York in the early 1970s, Robert Evans, the former head of Paramount, discovered a dead rat…
Recent Deaths 4/26/22
Barry “Scott” Stewart, 63, of Knox, died April 24, 2022. Ethel L. (Cook) Reynolds, 104, of Brookville, died April 23, 2022. Paul J. Swartzfager, 85,…
School bus crash
Terroristic threats
Pinegrove Twp. burglaries
Pet of the Day 4/25/22
Dahlia recently came to us as a stray so we don’t know much about her history. We do know that she is an escape artist…
Blackened Alaska Cod Tacos
(Family Features) Cooking delicious family meals is surely the focus of many home chefs, from quick dishes on busy weeknights to homestyle favorites on the…
Veterans That Are In Need, Help Is Here
Have you served in the Military? Veterans Leadership Program, VLP, serves all who served, regardless of VA eligibility, discharge status, or length of service. Do…
Recycling center Earth Day tour
Venango County Recycling Center director Erik Johnson demonstrates a vertical cardboard bailer to, from left, Maryjane Allen, of Reno, and Jenna Dillion and Caleb Williams,…
Jurors reject array of defenses at Capitol riot trials
The Associated Press Jurors have heard — and rejected — an array of excuses and arguments from the first rioters to be tried for storming…
US promises more Ukraine aid, Biden announces veteran envoy
NEAR THE POLISH-UKRAINIAN BORDER (AP) — Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said Monday after a secrecy-shrouded visit to Kyiv that…
Cates, Jones lead Flyers over Penguins
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Noah Cates had two goals and an assist, Martin Jones made 37 saves and the Philadelphia Flyers beat the Pittsburgh Penguins 4-1…
Peters shines as Pirates beat Cubs 4-3
CHICAGO (AP) — Loud music poured out of the visiting clubhouse at Wrigley Field, accompanied by a multicolor light show. A day after an ugly…