Franklin students now painting their mural
By MAKAYLA KEATING Staff writer After months of preparation, Franklin middle and senior high school art students are well into the painting portion of their…
Mariupol steel mill battle rages as Ukraine repels attacks
LVIV, Ukraine (AP) — Heavy fighting raged Thursday at the besieged steel plant in Mariupol, as Russian forces attempted to finish off the city’s last-ditch…
Pirates beat up Tigers’ bullpen to split doubleheader
DETROIT (AP) — Bryan Reynolds doubled in Pittsburgh’s two-run seventh inning, and the Pirates beat the Detroit Tigers 7-2 to split Wednesday’s doubleheader. The Tigers…
Dolly Parton, Eminem, Richie get into Rock Hall of Fame
The Associated Press Eminem, Lionel Richie, Carly Simon, Eurythmics, Duran Duran, and Pat Benatar have been inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame,…
Recent Deaths 5/5/22
Norma L. Wiser, 91, of Clarion, died May 3, 2022. Donald D. Oglesby, 92, of Emlenton, died May 3, 2022. Francis T. “Bud” Baran, 84,…
Mother’s Day French Toast Casserole
There are two camps of Mother’s Day celebrators: those who like nothing more than a lavish brunch/lunch/dinner at a restaurant, and those who hope for…
Pet of the Day 5/4/22
Petrie is a spunky little guy looking for a home to bring joy to. He loves to play, both by himself or with a friend,…
Dollar General opens along Route 157
From staff reports A new Dollar General store has opened at 2360 Route 157 in Oil City. The store provides household essentials, food, over-the-counter medications,…
ORA cancels awards ceremony
From staff reports The Oil Region Alliance has canceled its Historic Preservation Awards ceremony that was scheduled for tonight. An email from the agency Tuesday…
Biden blasts ‘radical’ Roe draft, warns other rights at risk
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden on Tuesday blasted a “radical” Supreme Court draft opinion that would throw out the landmark Roe v. Wade abortion…
Russia pounds Ukraine, targeting supply of Western arms
LVIV, Ukraine (AP) — Russian forces pounded targets across Ukraine, taking aim at supply lines for foreign weapons in the west and intensifying an offensive…
Malkin’s tip lifts Penguins past Rangers in 3OTs in Game 1
NEW YORK (AP) — Louis Domingue didn’t know what to think when he saw teammate and starting goalie Casey DeSmith skate to the bench midway…
Review: ‘Doctor Strange 2’ gets weirder, scarier, messier
The Associated Press Once a superhero franchise goes multiverse, it’s hard to go back. No work of fiction ever needs permission to break the rules…
Recent Deaths 5/4/22
Frederick Armstrong McComb III, 72, of Sandy Lake Twp., died April 30, 2022. Cheryl A. (Brady) Scott, 59, of Tionesta, died April 30, 2022. Karen…
Pet of the Day 5/3/22
Little Foot is a very sweet kitten looking for her forever home. She is full of love and enjoys playing, both by herself and with…
Sloppy Joe Mini Tacos
(Family Features) Liven up your mealtime routine with the fresh global flavors of an at-home fiesta for a memorable way to rethink your menu. With…
Children’s STEM workshops to be held at Venango Museum
From staff reports Three summer STEM workshops for children in third and fourth grades will be held Mondays, June 13, June 20, and June 27,…
Cranberry prom court announced
Cranberry High School will hold its prom Friday night at Forever Farms in Franklin. The prom court includes (front, from left) Liz Cruz, Reagan King,…
Report: Supreme Court draft suggests Roe could be overturned
WASHINGTON (AP) — A draft opinion suggests the U.S. Supreme Court could be poised to overturn the landmark 1973 Roe v. Wade case that legalized…
Ukrainian fighters: Russian forces storming Mariupol plant
ZAPORIZHZHIA, Ukraine (AP) — Aid workers prepared hot food, wheelchairs, and toys Tuesday for civilians slowly making their way to relative safety from the pulverized…
Rangers open playoffs against experienced Penguins
NEW YORK (AP) — Gerard Gallant isn’t worried about his team’s lack of playoff experience, not even going up against a Pittsburgh Penguins team that…
Chili Peppers honor Foo Fighters drummer at Jazz Fest
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — A cathartic return of music and culture to New Orleans’ chief music festival after three years ended its first weekend with…
Recent Deaths 5/3/22
Victor Allen Wonderling, 87, of Franklin, died April 28, 2022. Claribel A. Fritz, 85, of Oil City, died May 1, 2022. Ronald L. Boozer, 60,…
Pet of the Day 5/2/22
Are you looking for a super friendly kitty who is affectionate and playful? Well, look no further! Moira is outgoing and full of personality. She…
House Hearings on Predator Claims Practices
VFW National Veterans Service Director Ryan Gallucci testified before a joint hearing of the House Veterans’ Affairs Subcommittees on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs, and…
Venango Campus awards presented
The student senate of Clarion University Venango Campus hosted its third annual student, faculty, and staff spring awards ceremony Thursday. Awards were presented to (from…
First civilians leave Mariupol steel plant; hundreds remain
ZAPORIZHZHIA, Ukraine (AP) — People fleeing besieged Mariupol described weeks of bombardments and deprivation as they arrived Monday in Ukrainian-held territory, where officials and relief…
Musgrove pitches Padres past Pirates 5-2
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Joe Musgrove struck out eight over seven solid innings and the San Diego Padres beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 5-2 Sunday. The game…
‘Bad Guys’ repeats at No. 1, Liam Neeson’s latest misfires
The Associated Press The DreamWorks animated heist movie “The Bad Guys” was the top film in U.S. and Canada theaters for the second straight weekend, according to…
Recent Deaths 5/2/22
Ina Edna “Eddie” Stricker, 85, of Emlenton, died April 30, 2022. Debra Ellen Wenner, 62, of Clarion, formerly of Oil City, died April 26, 2022….
Second meeting moves plans forward to address fire service issues
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer Close to 50 firefighters and elected officials attended the second joint meeting of the Oil City and Franklin city councils…
OC program at middle school gives parents ‘a tool’
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer Oil City School District wants to get more information out to parents and the public about a program in the…
Some evacuated from Mariupol; US lawmaker Pelosi visits Kyiv
ZAPORIZHZHIA, Ukraine (AP) — The United Nations labored Sunday to get civilians out of the bombed-out ruins of the Ukrainian city of Mariupol, while U.S….
Hayes rallies Pirates to 7-6 win over Padres in 10 innings
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Ke’Bryan Hayes singled in the tying run and scored the winning run on an error as the Pittsburgh Pirates scored twice in…
Biden roasts Trump, GOP, himself at correspondents’ dinner
WASHINGTON (AP) — The White House press corps’ annual gala returned Saturday night along with the roasting of Washington, the journalists who cover it and…
Travel and tourism week will highlight regional attractions
From staff reports The Oil Region Alliance and eight neighboring counties are celebrating National Travel and Tourism Week starting Sunday and continuing through next Saturday….
Franklin to complete spring street sweeping
From staff reports City workers in Franklin will complete the spring street sweeping schedule next week, just in time for the city’s annual SPIFIY (Show…
Ukraine fights to hold off Russian advances in south, east
KHARKIV, Ukraine (AP) — Ukrainian forces fought Saturday to hold off a Russian advance in their country’s south and east, where the Kremlin is seeking…
Kim, Cronenworth, Darvish lead Padres over Pirates 7-3
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Ha-Seong Kim and Jake Cronenworth homered, and Yu Darvish pitched six effective innings to lead the San Diego Padres to a 7-3…
Malkin, Letang help Penguins defeat Blue Jackets, 5-3
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The reeling Pittsburgh Penguins had one last chance to put together a complete game and gain some confidence before the start of…
First ‘Jeopardy!’ Gen Z super champ’s streak hits 19 games
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Reigning “Jeopardy!” champion Mattea Roach represents a new generation of the quiz show’s all-star players. As of Friday, the 23-year-old Canadian…
Recent Deaths 4/30/22
Beulah Mae Ferringer Krepp, 84, of Franklin, died April 27, 2022. Mary Kay Powley, 89, of Franklin, died April 20, 2022. For complete obituaries,…
Pet of the Day 4/29/22
Hoover is a laid back cat looking for a warm lap to curl up in. He can be shy when you first meet him and…
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….
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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…