Peanut Butter Chocolate Chickpea Cookie Dip
(Family Features) For many families, the summer months offer a break in routine, and that extra time around the house or gathering with loved ones…
Semi crash shuts down I-80; orange juice spills onto road
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer A crash involving two semi-trucks left one person injured, sent lots of orange juice onto the highway, and closed down…
Sugarcreek council OKs Second Amendment sanctuary designation
By STACEY GROSS Staff writer Sugarcreek Borough is now a Second Amendment sanctuary municipality. Mayor Charles McDaniel read a resolution at the borough council’s monthly…
Tropical storm kills 1 in Florida, hurts 10 at Georgia base
SAVANNAH, Ga. (AP) — Tropical Storm Elsa carved a destructive and soaking path up the East Coast after killing at least one person in Florida…
Almonte fuels rally as Braves surge past Pirates 14-3
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Abraham Almonte is starting to get the hang of this whole pinch-hitting thing. The Atlanta Braves outfielder delivered a go-ahead, two-run single in the…
Reimagining the ‘scream teen’ genre for a binge generation
The Associated Press It’s not uncommon for Hollywood to stake a bet on a trilogy, or to even film several sequels at once. But it’s…
Recent Deaths 7/8/21
Richard M. Davis, 78, of Chelsea, Mich., formerly of Bradenton, Fla., Belleville, Mich., and Franklin, died June 23, 2021. David E. Karns, 81, of Oil…
BLT Potato Salad
(Family Features) Few moments make summers quite as special as family meals, whether you’re soaking up the sun’s rays on the patio or beating the…
Pet of the Day 7/7/21
Phoenix is a very lovable high-energy girl who recently came to us as a stray. She loves to chase tennis balls and she seems to…
Gardening with Deer
The deer population in Pennsylvania is on the rise. And as land development increases, deer are frequently found in areas densely populated by humans. Deer…
Master Gardener Hotline
Venango County Master Gardener Volunteers are available to answer gardening-related questions through this Blog site , Facebook at “Venango County Master Gardeners,” email at venangomg@psu.edu,…
Franklin man is facing charges for strangling son
From staff reports A Franklin man is facing charges for strangling his son on Monday. Franklin police said in a criminal complaint they were called…
Tropical Storm Elsa weakens, spares Florida of major damage
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — A weakened Tropical Storm Elsa dumped rain across Florida’s Gulf Coast early Wednesday but appears to have spared the state…
Reynolds’ walk-off walk gives Pirates 2-1 win over Braves
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Bryan Reynolds drew a four-pitch walk from Tyler Matzek, forcing in the winning run in the ninth inning and giving the Pittsburgh…
Spike Lee, ‘Annette’ kick off 74th Cannes Film Festival
CANNES, France (AP) — The Cannes Film Festival rolled out the red carpet for the first time in more than two years on Tuesday, launching…
Recent Deaths 7/7/21
John Nikonchik, 91, of Titusville, died July 3, 2021. David P. Zook, 73, of Franklin, died July 4, 2021. George C. Brickner, 77, of Oil…
Pet of the Day 7/6/21
Molly Bea is a super sweet little girl who recently came to us because her owner was moving and couldn’t take her. She is well-mannered,…
Blackened Salmon Sliders with Pickled Beet Relish
(Family Features) Few moments make summers quite as special as family meals, whether you’re soaking up the sun’s rays on the patio or beating the…
Single vehicle crash on Rt 322
2 vehicle crash in Cranberry Twp.
Rural Mental Health Bill Becomes Law
Last Wednesday, the President signed into law VFW-supported S.1468, the Sgt. Ketchum Rural Veterans Mental Health Act of 2021. Sgt. Brandon Ketchum served in the…
Elsa’s heavy rain won’t stop Florida condo collapse search
SURFSIDE, Fla. (AP) — A ramped-up rescue effort at the collapsed condo building faced new threats from the weather as Tropical Storm Elsa began lashing…
Gamel hits 2 HRs, drives in 6 runs; Pirates rip Braves 11-1
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Ben Gamel and Chase De Jong have spent five-plus years bouncing around the major leagues in search of a home. Maybe they’ll…
For Johansson, fans, ‘Black Widow’ is a decade in the making
The Associated Press Scarlett Johansson has had quite a bit of time to think about a “ Black Widow ” movie. After all, she’s played the character…
Recent Deaths 7/6/21
Brian Keith Battin, 58, of Oil City, died July 4, 2021. Robert “Bob” Pugh, 78, of Parker, died July 3, 2021. Ella Mae VanZandt, 61,…
Manager says Days Inn will open by Heritage Festival
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer The Days Inn in Oil City will be open by the Oil Heritage Festival later this month, the hotel’s general…
Memory of Franklin Marine honored at fundraising walk
By DILLON PROVENZA Staff writer A memorial ruck walk honoring a Marine from Franklin was held Friday morning in the city to raise awareness for…
6 months after Capitol assault, corporate pledges fall flat
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — As shockwaves spread across the country from the Jan. 6 insurrection at the U.S. Capitol, corporate America took a stand against…
Narváez, García, Peterson lead Brewers to 11th straight win
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Omar Narváez had five hits, Avisaíl García drove in five runs and Jace Peterson added four RBIs as the Milwaukee Brewers rolled…
H.E.R. among artists educating kids on civics in new series
NEW YORK (AP) — In addition to making great music, H.E.R. wants to be an active citizen who empowers young people with information. The Grammy-…
Cosmetology instructor thrilled with student’s national honor
By STACEY GROSS Staff writer Kristen Deets, the cosmetology instructor at Crawford County Career and Technical Center, has a national champion on her hands. Deets…
Hurricane Elsa races toward Haiti amid fears of landslides
PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti (AP) — Hurricane Elsa raced toward Haiti and the Dominican Republic on Saturday, where it threatened to unleash flooding and landslides before taking…
Another building evacuated; search goes on at collapse site
NORTH MIAMI BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Residents of a Miami-area high-rise loaded clothes and valuables into suitcases, laundry baskets and wagons and wheeled them to…
Brewers run win streak to 10 with 7-2 victory over Pirates
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Willy Adames’ latest home run celebration makes Milwaukee Brewers manager Craig Counsell’s heart skip a beat. Counsell will tolerate the momentary discomfort…
Director brings Mexico to forefront in ‘The Forever Purge’
MEXICO CITY (AP) — MEXICO CITY — In “The Forever Purge,” the bloodbath lasts more than 12 hours and takes place on the border between…
Recent Deaths 7/3/21
Rebecca L. Harrington, 74, of Franklin, died July 1, 2021. Jean M. Nick, 93, of Oil City, died July 2, 2021. Ralph E. Stallsmith, 92,…
Access device fraud
Pet of the Day 7/2/21
Carina is a spunky girl who loves to play! She can have her moments of attitude, but most tortoiseshells do, amirite? She loves attention, and…
Sweet and Spicy Vegan Coleslaw
(Family Features) Grilling gives summertime a special meaning for many people – especially when it comes to food. Those savory whiffs of barbecuing might call…
Community Partner Appreciation
This week I’d like to take a moment to show some appreciation for the folks in our area who are working toward a more robust…
Fish Commission charges Spencer in connection with 2019 flooding issues
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer Cranberry Township junkyard owner Randy Spencer has been charged by the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission in connection with the…
Tiny Tot entries being accepted
From staff reports The Oil Heritage Festival prince and princess will be crowned after a tally of votes in the annual Tiny Tot Contest held…
Collapsed Florida condo building likely to be demolished
SURFSIDE, Fla. (AP) — Florida officials are working on plans to tear down what’s left of a partially collapsed oceanfront condominium building after concerns about…
Burnes cruises, Brewers top Bucs for 9th straight win
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Corbin Burnes challenged the Pittsburgh Pirates early, knowing that Milwaukee’s overworked bullpen needed him to work efficiently. The Brewers ace went beyond…
Review: In ‘Tomorrow War,’ the timeless toll of soldiering
The Associated Press The time-traveling “The Tomorrow War,” set largely in an alien apocalypse future, is a kind of throwback. Summer sci-fi spectacles like this — a…
Recent Deaths 7/2/21
Helen Irene Amsler, 86, of La Feria, Texas, formerly of Venus, died June 29, 2021. Judy A. Gibb, 76, of Bunnell, Fla., died June 25,…
Pet of the Day 7/1/21
Meet our three-legged buddy Jasper! He is the sweetest kitty that anyone could ever want. He loves cuddles, loves attention, and LOVES food. He will…
Grilled Corn with Garlic and Herbs
(Family Features) Grilling gives summertime a special meaning for many people – especially when it comes to food. Those savory whiffs of barbecuing might call…
Periodical Cicadas, Worth the Seventeen-Year Wait
Imagine sharing your yard with thousands of teenaged periodical cicadas! These fascinating insects have been harmlessly feeding on tree roots for the past seventeen years….
Vehicles vandalized in county
Oil City police are investigating incidents of criminal mischief in which windows have been shot out of multiple vehicles in Oil City, Cornplanter Township, and…