‘Bad Guys’ bests ‘The Northman,’ Nick Cage at the box office
NEW YORK (AP) — On an unusually crowded weekend at movie theaters that featured a pricey Viking epic and Nicolas Cage playing himself, DreamWorks Animation’s…
Recent Deaths 4/25/22
Marianne M. Hamilton, 91, of Oil City, died April 23, 2022. Terry “Ted” Eugene McGarrity, 66, of Tionesta, formerly of New Bethlehem, died April 23,…
Follow-up meeting set to study Venango fire services
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer A second joint public meeting of Oil City and Franklin’s city councils to discuss regionalization and funding opportunities for fire…
Local pups get treats from Venango Campus
By LAURA O’NEIL Staff writer Students at Clarion University Venango Campus had a special lunch guest Thursday — Snoopy, an eight-year-old beagle mix. Snoopy came…
Ukraine leader pushes for more arms; US officials to visit
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Ukraine’s leader petitioned for more powerful Western weapons as he prepared to meet with top U.S. officials in the war-torn country’s…
Malkin scores twice as Penguins beat Red Wings 7-2
DETROIT (AP) — Evgeni Malkin scored two goals, and the Pittsburgh Penguins beat the Detroit Red Wings 7-2 on Saturday. Kris Letang had a goal…
Alfonso Rivas drives in 5 as Cubs pound Pirates 21-0
CHICAGO (AP) — Alfonso Rivas had three hits and five RBIs, and the Chicago Cubs stopped a four-game slide by pounding the Pittsburgh Pirates 21-0…
‘Golden Girls’ shows little age at inaugural fan convention
CHICAGO (AP) — TV shows about sci-fi or comic book fare usually inspire fan conventions — not a sitcom about four women of a certain…
County economic panel, Colonel Drake Alliance get $250,000 in funding
From staff reports A total of $500,000 in state funding from the Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program has been awarded to Oil City to continue ongoing…
Franklin, OC list street sweeping schedules
From staff reports Street sweeping will continue next week in Franklin and Oil City. Here are the schedules: Franklin Monday — third shift: Painters Alley, 11th…
Ukraine reports Russians trying to storm Mariupol plant
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Russian forces attacked a steel plant in the shattered Ukrainian port city of Mariupol on Saturday, Ukrainian officials said, apparently seeking…
Big greenhouse gas state taking biggest climate step yet
HARRISBURG (AP) — More than two years after he started work on it, Gov. Tom Wolf is set to enact the centerpiece of his plan…
Perez’s 3 RBIs, home run push Pirates over Cubs 4-2
CHICAGO (AP) — Roberto Perez drove in three runs, Michael Chavis broke a tie with a home run in the fourth inning, and the Pittsburgh…
Recent Deaths 4/23/22
Charlotte Maxine Foster, 87, formerly of Franklin, died April 22, 2022. Richard D. Anderson, 86, of Quartzsite Arizona, formerly of Franklin, died April 18, 2022….
Bicycles recovered
Spicy Alaska Sablefish in Lettuce Cups
(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…
Pet of the Day 4/22/22
Meet Tuxedo Toes aka”Toes”, an adorable, curious, and playful kitten. Toes loves to hang out with his foster humans. He stands guard by the shower…
Can Agroforestry be Incorporated into Solar Farming?
Given the importance of agriculture to our state’s economy, it’s no surprise that a fair bit of agricultural activity is included in redevelopment planning, especially…
United Way offers mini-grants for community event
From staff reports United Way of Venango County, along with UPMC Health Plan, is inviting small community committees to apply for a mini-grant to hold…
Heil now full-time Cranberry manager; zoning officer named
By LAURA O’NEIL Staff writer Eric Heil, who has served as both interim township manager and zoning officer for Cranberry Township the past four months,…
Live TV debate exposes Democrats’ differences in Senate race
HARRISBURG (AP) — The first live-televised prime-time debate between leading candidates for the Democratic nomination for Pennsylvania’s open U.S. Senate seat exposed differences between the…
Possible mass graves near Mariupol as Russia attacks in east
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Mounds of dirt seen in satellite imagery that Ukrainian officials say indicate new mass graves highlighted the savagery of a war…
DeSmith has 52 saves, Guentzel scores 3, Pens top Bruins
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Casey DeSmith feels ready to step in as the Pittsburgh Penguins’ goaltender for the playoffs if injured starter Tristan Jarry can’t play….
Vogelbach’s HR rallies Pirates past Cubs 4-3
CHICAGO (AP) — Daniel Vogelbach hit a two-run homer, Yoshi Tsutsugo had a two-run double and the Pittsburgh Pirates rallied past the Chicago Cubs 4-3…
Scorsese’s Film Foundation launches free virtual theater
NEW YORK (AP) — Film Foundation, the nonprofit founded by Martin Scorsese dedicated to film preservation, is launching a virtual theater to stream classic films…
Recent Deaths 4/22/22
William J. Spring, Sr., 67, of Erie, died April 12, 2022. John E. DeWoody, 75, of Dempseytown, died April 19, 2022. For complete obituaries,…
Bean, Tortellini, and Pesto Salad
(Family Features) Heading outdoors for a fresh, homemade meal is an alluring activity when warm weather and sunshine provide a perfect opportunity for dining on…
Pet of the Day 4/21/22
Charles is a sweet old man. He is very confused with his current situation. He needs a stable home that he can feel safe in….
Police investigating remains found in Oil Creek park
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer Franklin state police are investigating the discovery of human remains that were found in Oil Creek State Park. The skeletal…
Franklin receives $1 million grant for Liberty Street improvements
From staff reports The City of Franklin has been awarded $1 million for safety improvements at the intersection of 12th and Liberty streets. The upgrades…
Putin claims Mariupol win but won’t storm Ukrainian holdout
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Russian President Vladimir Putin claimed victory in the strategic city of Mariupol on Thursday, even as he ordered his troops not…
Justice Dept. to appeal order voiding travel mask mandate
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Justice Department is filing an appeal seeking to overturn a judge’s order that voided the federal mask mandate on planes and…
2 schools, 6 sets of sports teams: NCAA gives OK to merger
HARRISBURG (AP) — Sports teams at six state-owned Pennsylvania universities will still compete against each other despite merging into two umbrella institutions, the State System…
Woodruff dominates, Brewers beat Pirates for 3-game sweep
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Brandon Woodruff pitched hitless ball into the sixth inning, Rowdy Tellez homered for the second straight day and the Milwaukee Brewers beat…
New Mexico fines film company over Alec Baldwin shooting
SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — New Mexico workplace safety regulators on Wednesday issued the maximum possible fine of nearly $137,000 against a film production company…
Recent Deaths 4/21/22
Cynthia Lou Smith, of New Bethlehem, died April 19, 2022. Patrice “Patti” Boyer Wabnitz, 62, of Pensacola, Florida, formerly of Oil City, died March 30,…
Pet of the Day 4/20/22
Cupcake is a female young adult. She is negative for fiv and leukemia, current on vaccines, and spayed. For more information on Cupcake, contact Tri-County…
Prune, Mozzarella and Basil Skewers
(Family Features) Supplementing meals and snacks with powerful, versatile ingredients can take healthy eating from bland and boring to delicious and adventurous. Take your breakfasts,…
Landscaping for Wildlife: Trees, Shrubs, and Vines
Landscaping for wildlife can restore critically needed habitat and beautify your yard at the same time. Many excellent native trees, shrubs, and vines offer four…
Venango DAR chapter honors good citizens
The Venango chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution presented local high school seniors with the National DAR Good Citizen Award based on essays…
PennDOT says fill dirt will be available
From staff reports Spring road maintenance season will be underway soon, and PennDOT’s Venango County maintenance office expects waste fill dirt will be available as…
Russia pressures Mariupol as it focuses on Ukraine’s east
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Russian forces pressured a stubborn pocket of resistance in Mariupol amid renewed hopes Wednesday for an evacuation of thousands of civilians…
Burnes earns 1st win of season as Brewers beat Pirates 5-2
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Three hits were all the Milwaukee Brewers needed to get reigning NL Cy Young Award winner Corbin Burnes his first win of…
Review: ‘The Northman’ an ambitious, but lean revenge tale
The Associated Press The first sign that not everyone in Robert Eggers’ 10th-century Viking revenge tale “The Northman” has their priorities entirely straight comes early…
Recent Deaths 4/20/22
Robert Eugene Pullease, 83, of Decatur, Tennessee, formerly of Oil City and Vero Beach, Florida, died April 16, 2022. For complete obituaries, pick up…
Pet of the Day 4/19/22
Looking for a sweet and loving kitty who doesn’t cause trouble and goes about her day like no one is watching? Then Opal is the…
Picnic-wiches with Greek Artichoke Beet Salad
(Family Features) Heading outdoors for a fresh, homemade meal is an alluring activity when warm weather and sunshine provide a perfect opportunity for dining on…
VFW To Host Toxic Exposure Press Event in Kansas
On Tuesday, April 19, at 1 p.m., the VFW held a press event with a coalition of veteran organizations and veteran advocate Jon Stewart to…
Historical Society seeking yard sale donations
From staff reports The Venango County Historical Society is accepting items for its May Mart Yard Sale. Donations may be dropped off at the donor’s…
Starlite Xpress baton group sets registration
From staff reports The Starlite Xpress baton group will hold open registration and its first practice for the 2022 marching season Thursday at the Polk…