Recent Deaths 3/5/22
Peggy Lee Levier Weckerly, 71, of Parker, died March 3, 2022. Peggy Lou (Butler) Haines, 85, died March 3, 2022. Eugene “Gene” Houser, 89, of…
Pet of the Day 3/4/22
Snoopy recently came to us because his owner passed away. He is a very sweet boy who needs a little help getting his weight under…
Marinated Skirt Steak
(Family Features) Chef Nate Appleman knows how important it is to serve healthy meals to your family – ones they actually want to eat. Before…
Success Provides Inspiration
With spring just around the corner, I’m starting to get excited about the upcoming season of on-the-ground works, with projects kicking off or starting back…
Titusville woman pleads guilty to federal drug charge
From staff reports A Titusville woman pleaded guilty in federal court to a charge of violating federal drug laws, United States Attorney Cindy K. Chung…
‘Read Across Franklin’ scheduled Saturday
From staff reports The Franklin Public Library is inviting the public to participate in “Read Across Franklin” on Saturday, a townwide reading event with interactive…
Russians take Ukraine nuclear plant; no radiation after fire
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — A Russian attack at Europe’s biggest nuclear power plant in Ukraine did not result in any radiation being released and firefighters…
Malkin has goal, 2 assists as Penguins beat Lightning 5-1
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Evgeni Malkin had a goal and two assists, Tristan Jarry made 20 saves and the Pittsburgh Penguins beat the Tampa Bay…
Pearl Jam’s Eddie Vedder makes solo outing a group project
INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — Technically, Eddie Vedder’s new album and tour are a solo project. But the longtime Pearl Jam frontman was anything but alone…
Recent Deaths 3/4/22
Robert C. Allen, of Corolla, North Carolina, died Feb. 13, 2022. Robert J. Madden, 54, of Oil City, died March 1, 2022. Martha Jean Morris,…
Pet of the Day 3/3/22
Phoebe recently came to us when her owner moved to a care home. She is a little shy, but she is a very sweet girl….
Stuffed Peppers
(Family Features) Gear up for a game-day experience to remember with satisfying snacks that energize your crowd. As almost everyone’s favorite part of homegating, the…
OC man accused of sexually assaulting boy, 5
From staff reports An Oil City man is facing charges for sexually assaulting a five-year-old boy in Cranberry Township. Franklin state police said in a…
Police seek missing teen girl
From staff reports State police in Franklin said they are searching for a missing/runaway female juvenile from Cornplanter Township, who was last seen at 7:25…
OCHS students attend regional band festival
Eight Oil City High School students performed at the Pennsylvania Music Educators Association District Band festival held at Indiana University of Pennsylvania. The students included…
Russian forces seize key Ukrainian port, pressure others
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Russian forces captured a strategic Ukrainian port and besieged another Thursday in a bid to cut the country off from the…
Jan. 6 panel sees evidence of Trump ‘criminal conspiracy’
WASHINGTON (AP) — The House panel investigating the Jan. 6 insurrection at the U.S. Capitol said Wednesday for the first time that its evidence suggests…
Elizabeth Holmes’s sordid saga goes from trial to TV series
SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) — “I am expecting quite a show.” I didn’t realize how prophetic my words would be when ABC News correspondent Rebecca…
Recent Deaths 3/3/22
William J. Smith, 73, formerly of Barkeyville, died March 1, 2022. Jane H. Williams Culbertson, 75, died March 1, 2022. Leora Mae “Ordie” Silvis, 98,…
Pet of the Day 3/2/22
Serenity is a sweet girl that can be a bit of a diva at times. She enjoys attention, but she will let you know when…
St. Patrick’s Day Sandwiches
(Culinary.net) Freshen up your St. Patrick’s Day menu with easy, light sandwiches inspired by the traditional color of the festivities. These open-faced noshes can be…
Transplanting Annuals into the Garden
When seedlings grow their first pair of identifiable true leaves, they are ready for transplanting. At this time, you can transplant plants either into small…
2 charged for roles in overdose death last year
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer Two men, both from Butler, have been charged in connection with the overdose death of an Emlenton woman last March….
Grove board approves Veterans Day as day off for students
By MAKAYLA KEATING Staff writer Several matters were discussed at Monday’s Valley Grove School Board meeting. The board approved the district’s 2022-23 calendar, and the…
As Russia batters Ukraine, both sides ready for more talks
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Russia renewed its assault Wednesday on Ukraine’s second-largest city in a pounding that lit up the skyline with balls of fire…
State of the Union: Biden vows to halt Russia, hit inflation
WASHINGTON (AP) — Addressing a concerned nation and anxious world, President Joe Biden vowed in his first State of the Union address Tuesday night to…
MLB cancels opening day after sides fail to end lockout
JUPITER, Fla. (AP) — Major League Baseball’s financial fight cost regular-season games for the first time in 27 years when often acrimonious talks to end…
Activism grows nationwide in response to school book bans
NEW YORK (AP) — Until a year ago, Stephana Ferrell’s political activism was limited to the occasional letter to elected officials. Then came her local…
Recent Deaths 3/2/22
Scott E. Heckathorn, 58, of Oil City, died Feb. 28, 2022. Kathryn (Parrett) Wood, of Harpursville, N.Y., died Feb. 9, 2022. Kathy M. Delp, 69,…
Pet of the Day 3/1/22
Nockatomi will keep you on your toes with his shenanigans. He loves to play but also enjoys his afternoon and evening naps, preferably cuddled up…
Simple Macaroons
(Culinary.net) When celebrating with family, there is nearly nothing better than passing a light and sweet dessert around the table. These Simple Macaroons are crisp,…
Oil City man sentenced for exploitation of children
From staff reports An Oil City man has been sentenced in federal court to 200 months in jail, lifetime supervised release, and ordered to pay…
Cranberry board hears much good news, including robotics success
By LAURA O’NEIL Staff writer Cranberry Area School District was full of good news Monday evening at the school board’s monthly meeting. The board heard…
Russia pummels Ukraine’s No. 2 city as convoy nears Kyiv
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Russian strikes pounded the central square in Ukraine’s second-largest city and other civilian sites Tuesday in what the country’s president condemned…
Supreme Court asked to intervene in congressional maps case
HARRISBURG (AP) — A group suing over Pennsylvania’s new map of congressional districts asked the U.S. Supreme Court on Monday to reconsider whether they are…
Review: Gloomy nights for the Dark Knight in ‘The Batman’
The Associated Press Batman, never a day person, is plunged into perpetual night in Matt Reeves’ nocturnal, nihilist, neo-noir take on the Caped Crusader. Reeves’…
Recent Deaths 3/1/22
Raymond D. Miller, Jr., 79, of Franklin, died Feb. 24, 2022. Ann Port Denio died Feb. 27, 2022. Lois Jones, 87, of Rimersburg, died Feb….
Animal cruelty
Greek Chicken Bowls
(Family Features) As you and your family embark on a mission to create delicious, nutritious meals all while saving money, it’s key to remember meal…
Pet of the Day 2/28/22
Nessi is a free spirit looking for a place to call home. She is very playful and full of energy, but also loves a good…
National Vietnam War Veterans Day is March 29
The Vietnam War was a conflict of the communist government of North Vietnam and its allies, the Viet Cong, in South Vietnam versus the South…
Guest Column – Moody & Associates Talk Remediation
When the ORA acquired the former Fuchs property in Emlenton, we were fortunate to partner with the skilled Environmental Engineering team at Moody & Associates….
Ukraine, Russia envoys talk under shadow of nuclear threat
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Russian and Ukrainian delegations met for talks Monday amid high hopes but low expectations for any diplomatic breakthrough after Moscow unleashed…
On cusp of Biden speech, a state of disunity, funk, and peril
WASHINGTON (AP) — In good times or bad, American presidents come to Congress with a diagnosis that hardly differs over the decades. In their State…
Crosby’s late goal lifts Penguins over Blue Jackets 3-2
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Sidney Crosby scored with 2:14 left to rally Pittsburgh over the Columbus Blue Jackets 3-2 Sunday night and bolster their hold…
State liquor panel ends sale of Russian-made products
HARRISBURG (AP) — The panel that regulates the sale of alcohol in Pennsylvania has ordered the removal of Russian-made products to show solidarity and support…
Tom Holland and ‘Uncharted’ stay No. 1 at box office
NEW YORK (AP) — For the eighth time in the last two and a half months, a movie starring Tom Holland is No. 1 at…
Recent Deaths 2/28/22
Dale Edward Kightlinger, Jr., 55, of Franklin, died Feb. 22, 2022. Lois M. McClain, 83, of Shippenville, died Feb. 25, 2022. Irene C. “Ernie” Pardee,…
OC Council addresses parking, blighted homes
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer Several topics were addressed during Thursday’s long, wide-ranging Oil City Council meeting, including potentially reserving some parking on the North…
OC settles on paving list: East Second project discussed
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer Oil City Council members were told Thursday by city manager Mark Schroyer that the city’s paving committee has settled on…