Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecans and Toasted Marshmallows
(Family Features) Time is of the essence in many kitchens across the country, especially during this busy season when everything seems to happen at once….
Make Mental Health Care Accessible for All
By ALEXIS DEHNER – Student Contributor As if the COVID-19 pandemic hasn’t already caused enough people to physically suffer from contracting the virus, it has…
Oil Creek Titusville Lines receives $140,000 grant
From staff reports Oil Creek Titusville Lines Inc. received a $140,000 grant for rail freight improvements, according to a joint news release from state Reps….
Arts Council’s Virtual Transit Concerts Continue
From staff reports The Oil City Arts Council will present a virtual Transit Concert at 7:30 p.m. on Friday with featured artist and Oil City…
Trump impeached after Capitol riot in historic second charge
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump was impeached by the U.S. House for a historic second time, charged with “incitement of insurrection” over the deadly…
Aid runs low for key state virus containment program
HARRISBURG (AP) — Wolf administration officials said Wednesday that Pennsylvania does not have the money to maintain a key feature of its response to coronavirus…
Farabee has 4-point game, Flyers beat Penguins 6-3
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Nolan Patrick missed last season with debilitating migraines and Oskar Lindblom had his shortened in his fight with a rare bone cancer….
Review: Buried treasure, impending war and loss in ‘The Dig’
The Associated Press Just before the outbreak of the World War II, a small-time archeologist was hired by a local woman to excavate her land….
Recent Deaths 1/14/21
Robert J. Banner, 64, formerly of Fryburg, died Jan. 12, 2021. Kimberly Ann Bowser, 55, of Rimersburg, died Jan. 12, 2021. Lee Roy F. Grosch,…
Pet of the Day 1/13/21
Levi has quite the story. His owner passed away and he was taken to a shelter in Tennessee. He tested positive for heart worm. Even…
Flourless Salted Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies
(Family Features) A new year brings with it new opportunities to better yourself in all kinds of ways, including your health. Start by evaluating your…
Commissioners say broadband plans advancing
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer Venango County commissioners talked about broadband expansion in the county during the panel’s monthly meeting Tuesday. Commissioner Albert Abramovic said…
Big jump recorded last year in Cranberry Twp. construction
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer New construction for 2020 jumped more than $1 million from the previous year in Cranberry Township. There were 108…
Trump on verge of 2nd impeachment after Capitol siege
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump is on the verge of being impeached for a second time in an unprecedented House vote Wednesday, a week…
NBA, union stiffen virus protocols; more games postponed
The Associated Press With five games called off this week already and more teams dealing with virus-related issues, the NBA and the National Basketball Players…
Packers QB Rodgers says he will guest-host on ‘Jeopardy!’
GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers says he will be a guest host on “Jeopardy!” during the offseason. The show…
Recent Deaths 1/13/21
Anna E. Miller, 84, of Oil City, died Jan. 12, 2021. Lorena Glenn, 72, of Harrisville, died Jan. 11, 2021. Larry E. Jordan, 74, of…
Cranberry Twp. crash
Pet of the Day 1/12/21
Louis is a high-energy boy that was originally brought to us as a stray. He was adopted once but it just didn’t work out with…
Walnut Chocolate Peppermint Bundt Cake
(Family Features) For many families, spending special moments with loved ones feels more important than ever this year. Whether you’re spending the holidays with family…
Sandycreek Twp. crash
Franklin man accused of breaking into residence, assaulting 2 women
From staff reports A Franklin man is facing charges for assaulting two women at a building in Oil City on Jan. 1. Oil City police…
Longtime Rocky Grove fireman honored with drive-by parade
From staff reports The Rocky Grove Volunteer Fire Department honored one of its own on Friday with a 15-unit fire truck parade past his home….
Law enforcement: We’ll be ready for Joe Biden’s inauguration
WASHINGTON (AP) — This time, they’ll be ready. The inauguration of President-elect Joe Biden will be held on the same risers in the same spot at…
Pennsylvania to begin vaccinating cops, teachers ‘soon’
HARRISBURG (AP) — Pennsylvania will soon begin vaccinating people 75 years and older and “essential workers” like police officers, grocery store clerks and teachers, the…
‘Nomadland’ wins 4 National Society of Film Critics awards
LOS ANGELES (AP) — “Nomadland” won four awards at this year’s National Society of Film Critics awards, including best picture, best cinematography, best director and…
Recent Deaths 1/12/21
Ellen Jane Kahle Hejna, 69, of Clarion, formerly of New Bethlehem and Butler, died Jan. 10, 2021. Thomas J. Freeman, 64, of Oil City, died…
Pet of the Day 1/11/21
Ferris is such a sweet little guy. He is the last of his siblings that is looking for a home, and he has so much…
Pigskin Potatoes
(Family Features) While you may not be able to enjoy game day with thousands of your closest friends at the stadium this year, that doesn’t…
NDAA Becomes Law and New Agent Orange Conditions Added
Last week, the House and Senate passed H.R. 6395, National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021 (NDAA), over a presidential veto. This law will…
208 cases, 3 deaths reported in tri-county over weekend
From staff reports The state Department of Health over the weekend announced 208 new cases of COVID-19 and three additional virus-related deaths were reported from…
Pelosi says House will impeach Trump, pushes VP to oust him
WASHINGTON (AP) — House Speaker Nancy Pelosi says the House will proceed with legislation to impeach President Donald Trump as she pushes the vice president…
End of an era? Steelers facing big questions after loss
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Ben Roethlisberger and Maurkice Pouncey sat on the bench, their 11th season together over. Their future uncertain. Their pain obvious. The end…
Recent Deaths 1/11/21
Francis C. “Cal” Bigley, 79, of Knox, died Jan. 8, 2021 June J. Zerbe, 93, of St. Petersburg, died Jan. 9, 2021. Johnathon A. “Johnny”…
Looking Ahead to New Year and Beyond
Last week, we explored how the ORA has adapted and evolved over the last decade and a half. To start off the new year, we’re…
CHS Searches For Some ‘Berry’ Talented Students
By DEVIN ZERBE Student contributor Everyone loves a good talent show, so Cranberry is ushering in a virtual talent competition. There is a wide range…
Chamber to honor ‘heroes’
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer The COVID-19 pandemic, a siege that has disrupted families, businesses, schools, social services and more, has spurred the Venango…
Former Oil City man receives award for his work with Army
From staff reports A former Oil City man who has worked for the U.S. Army for about a dozen years has been honored for his…
More arrests in Capitol riot as more video reveals brutality
The Associated Press Police charged more Capitol rioters on Saturday, including a man who carried off the House speaker’s lectern, as more graphic details of…
Browns get back 3, not top corner Denzel Ward for Steelers
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Browns flew to Pittsburgh for the playoffs with some reinforcements — and missing some regulars. Top cornerback Denzel Ward stayed in…
‘Nomadland’ wins 4 National Society of Film Critics awards
LOS ANGELES (AP) — “Nomadland” won four awards at this year’s National Society of Film Critics awards, including best picture, best cinematography, best director and…
Woman facing numerous charges for attacks on teens at skating rink
By SARAH TITLEY Staff writer A Titusville woman is facing charges for attacking and threatening three teenagers at the Skate Capital skating rink on Salina…
OC school board sets special meeting Sunday to discuss COVID models
From staff reports The Oil City School Board has scheduled a special meeting at 2 p.m. Sunday in the Oil City High School auditorium. Information…
State makes more people eligible for COVID-19 vaccine
The Associated Press Pennsylvania on Friday released an updated coronavirus vaccine plan that makes more people eligible for shots in the initial phases of the…
Browns finally practice, roster still unsettled for Steelers
CLEVELAND (AP) — They won’t have their coach. They’ve barely practiced, and when they make their first playoff appearance in nearly 20 years — at…
Sentimental video tribute closes Trebek’s final “Jeopardy!”
The Associated Press More than two months after Alex Trebek’s death, fans of “Jeopardy!” finally got the chance to say goodbye. A video tribute to the host…
Recent Deaths 1/9/21
David C. Anderson died Jan. 5, 2021. Jeffrey Richard Frampton, 56, died Jan. 7, 2021. Robert E. Heller, 84, of Franklin, died Jan. 8, 2021….
Pet of the Day 1/8/21
Hope’s selfie game is strong. She ensures there isn’t a double chin and is svelte as possible. She knows her angles. But really, instead of…
Flourless Peanut Butter Cookies
(Family Features) Whether it’s a home-cooked meal, a tasty snack or a delicious dessert, sometimes the best recipes are the easiest. Take your sweets to…
Tri-county reports 52 virus cases, 2 deaths
From staff reports The state Department of Health on Thursday announced 52 new cases of COVID-19 were reported by the tri-county area, as well as…