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,…
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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…
Senior Corps honors founding members
Plaques were placed on a pavilion at Oil Creek State Park by members of the Venango PA Senior Environmental Corps in memory of two of…
Trump Organization CFO surrenders ahead of expected charges
The Associated Press The Trump Organization’s longtime chief financial officer, Allen Weisselberg, surrendered to authorities early Thursday ahead of an expected court appearance on the…
Gray tosses 6 strong innings, Rockies beat Pirates 6-2
DENVER (AP) — Jon Gray tossed six strong innings in another solid outing for Colorado starters, and the Rockies beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 6-2 on…
Bill Cosby freed from prison, his sex conviction overturned
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Pennsylvania’s highest court threw out Bill Cosby’s sexual assault conviction and released him from prison Wednesday in a stunning reversal of fortune…
Review: Time to put ‘Boss Baby’ in the corner?
The Associated Press Pity the kids’ movie that follows Pixar’s act. The Walt Disney Co.’s animation studio has long been a standard bearer that can…
Recent Deaths 7/1/21
Dean William Pryor, 68, of Rimersburg, died June 30, 2021. George Terry Barrett, 82, of Knox, died June 26, 2021. For complete obituaries, pick…
Pet of the Day 6/30/21
Shirley, she is the best dog. (get it?) She recently came to us as a stray and is a very sweet dog. Those long ears…
Apple and Mandarin Macaroni Salad
(Family Features) Skip boring dishes and instead dive into a sweet, satisfying macaroni salad that’s perfect for enjoying al fresco. With fresh ingredients and appetizing…
Powdery Mildew
Powdery mildew occurs on many different flowers, woody ornamentals and trees. Several different genera of fungi cause powdery mildew. Although usually one genus specifically attacks…
Man pleads guilty to third degree murder in Jefferson Co. case
From staff reports A Jefferson County man accused of shooting and killing his roommate entered a guilty plea Tuesday afternoon. William Joseph Sivak, 65, pleaded…
Youth Connection day will be celebrated Thursday
From staff reports Youth Connection Day will be celebrated Thursday in Venango County. The celebration will include a push for gaining new mentors in the…
Wolf to sign budget package, celebrate public school funding
HARRISBURG (AP) — Gov. Tom Wolf was expected Wednesday to sign a roughly $40 billion budget package that passed last week, as he prepared to…
Condo searchers eye tropical forecast as effort stretches on
SURFSIDE, Florida (AP) — Florida authorities asked the federal government for an additional rescue team to comb the rubble of a collapsed condo tower, underscoring…
Germán Márquez comes within 3 outs of 8th no-hitter of 2021
DENVER (AP) — Germán Márquez had a no-hitter that was within reach, no surprise given his recent outings. Márquez came within three outs of what…
Review: ‘Black Widow’ is a satisfying detour for Marvel
The Associated Press How fleeting world domination can be. It can disappear in a snap. It’s been two years since the last Marvel film, an…
Recent Deaths 6/30/21
Kay Sharon (Schrecengost) Dunkle died June 29, 2021. Douglas L. Chambers, 57, of Hilliard, Ohio, formerly of the West Freedom area, died June 28, 2021….
Blueberry and Pomegranate Power Bars
(Family Features) As many people start getting back into normal routines, they’re returning to familiar on-the-go lifestyles by heading back to work, traveling to new…
Pet of the Day 6/29/21
I once was a mom and boy am I glad those four kittens flew the coop and aren’t living with me anymore. I mean, I…