All 4 OC students will join council as junior members
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer The Oil City Council voted to appoint all four Oil City High School students who applied to the junior council…
Campus anti-war protesters dig in from New York to California as universities and police take action
NEW YORK (AP) — From New York to California, students protesting the Israel-Hamas war slept in tents at college campuses, as some universities moved to…
Reynolds, Hayes hit back-to-back homers in 10th, Pirates beat Giants 4-3
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Bryan Reynolds and Ke’Bryan Hayes hit back-to-back homers in the 10th inning to help the Pittsburgh Pirates outlast the San Francisco…
Man captured, charged after leading police on chase in OC
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer An Oil City man who had warrants out for his arrest in four counties led state police on a vehicle…
OC High School club holds Cultural Day
From staff reports Oil City High School’s Diversity Club recently hosted its inaugural Cultural Day in the school gymnasium, where displays of 12 countries were…
Hamas is reviewing an Israeli proposal for a cease-fire in Gaza, as possible Rafah offensive looms
CAIRO (AP) — Hamas said Saturday it was reviewing a new Israeli proposal for a cease-fire in Gaza, as Egypt intensified efforts to broker a…
Patrick Bailey hits walk-off home run, Giants beat Pirates 3-0
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Patrick Bailey hit a walk-off three-run homer, Kyle Harrison pitched six shutout innings and the San Francisco Giants beat the Pittsburgh…
The summer after Barbenheimer and the strikes, Hollywood charts a new course
The Associated Press “Barbenheimer” is a hard act to follow. But as Hollywood enters another summer movie season, armed with fewer superheroes and a landscape…
Recent Deaths 4/27/24
Teresa Kay Whitman, 69, of Meadville, died April 24, 2024. For complete obituaries, pick up a copy of The Derrick for this day or…
Pet of the Day 4/26/24
Trooper is a young and handsome orange tabby that came to us as a stray, so we have no history for him. He is a…
Southwest Ranch Taco Salad
(Family Features) Bright sunshine, warm patios and fresh foods go hand in hand. As warm weather and sunny days call you outdoors, bring the whole…
Work to resume next week on Cranberry, Rockland roadways
From staff reports Work will resume next week on a project to improve more than 10 miles of roadway in Rockland and Cranberry townships. The…
Planting at Suzette memorial
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer Students from the applied horticulture and natural resources program at Venango Technology Center in Oil City planted shrubs Thursday at…
USC cancels graduation ceremony, dozens are arrested on other campuses as anti-war protests grow
The Associated Press The University of Southern California canceled its main graduation ceremony and dozens more college students were arrested at other campuses nationwide Thursday…
Brewers rally for 7-5 win, series split with Pirates
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Gary Sánchez hit a pinch-hit, two-run home run in the eighth inning to lift the Milwaukee Brewers to a 7-5 win over…
‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ is (almost) ready to shake up the Marvel Cinematic Universe
The Associated Press Shawn Levy is no novice when it comes to rumors around his projects. Years on “Stranger Things” taught him how to tune…
Recent Deaths 4/26/24
Betty Louise Huff, 35, of Franklin, died April 23, 2024. Alice L. Muir, 82, of Shippenville, died April 24, 2024. Paul E. VanSlyke, 60, of…
Pet of the Day 4/25/24
Meet Rudy! This lovely guy is only about 1 year old so he still has some kitten in him! Friendly and affectionate, Rudy enjoys spending…
Tart Cherry Unity Pie
(Family Features) Celebration-worthy treats are perfect ways to cap off days spent with those you love, whether there’s a special occasion or you’re simply looking…
OC man accused of sexual contact with minor
By AUSTIN GRAY Staff writer An Oil City man is facing charges that include indecent assault for engaging in multiple sexual encounters with a minor….
UPMC laying off about 1,000 employees
From staff reports UPMC is laying off about 1,000 employees throughout its 40-hospital system. In a statement, UPMC chief communications officer Paul Wood said the…
More arrested in pro-Palestinian campus protests ahead of college graduation ceremonies
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — With graduations looming, student protesters doubled down early Thursday on their discontent of the Israel-Hamas war on campuses across the country,…
Contreras has 3 hits as Brewers take advantage of sloppy inning by Pirates in 3-2 victory
PITTSBURGH (AP) — William Contreras had three hits and the Milwaukee Brewers used one big inning to edge the Pittsburgh Pirates 3-2 on Wednesday night….
Review: A lyrical portrait of childhood in Cabrini-Green with ‘We Grown Now’
The Associated Press Two 11-year-old boys navigate school, friendship, family and change in Minhal Baig’s lyrical drama “We Grown Now.” It’s an evocative memory piece,…
Recent Deaths 4/25/24
James R. Bowen, 98, of Franklin, died April 24, 2024. David G. Deets, 84, of Cooperstown, died April 24, 2024. Cory R. Osier, 46, of…
Crisp Apple Tacos
(Family Features) From fajitas and tacos to everything in between, fueling your Cinco de Mayo fiesta starts with delicious food that brings everyone to the…
Pet of the Day 4/24/24
Meet the beautiful Annie! Annie is a high-energy, 4-year-old Australian shepherd who is looking for an experienced adopter. Annie would love an active home, that…
Spring is Tree Planting Season
Proper planting and aftercare techniques will ensure the success of new trees. Longer days, warmer temperatures, and buds breaking are sure signs of the arrival…
Loll appointed to succeed Smith as Cranberry High School principal
By RANDY BARTLEY Staff writer The Cranberry Area School Board on Monday evening named a new principal, appointing Kayla Loll, who has served the past…
CLA sets registration, open house event
From staff reports Christian Life Academy will hold its annual spring open house, art exhibit and STEAM presentations from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Friday. The…
Biden tries to navigate the Israel-Hamas war protests roiling college campuses
NEW YORK (AP) — Student protests over the war in Gaza have created a new and unpredictable challenge for President Joe Biden as he resists…
Casey, McCormick to face each other as nominees in state’s high-stakes US Senate contest
HARRISBURG (AP) — Democratic Sen. Bob Casey and Republican challenger David McCormick will face each other in Pennsylvania’s high-stakes U.S. Senate contest this fall, as…
McCutchen leads off with home run for 2nd day, Pirates beat Brewers 2-1
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Andrew McCutchen led off the bottom of the first with a home run for the second straight game, Bailey Falter took a…
Review: ‘Challengers’ is stylish, synthy tennis drama
The Associated Press “Challengers” is a bit of a tease. That’s what makes it fun. There is plenty of skin, sweat, close-ups of muscly thighs and…
Recent Deaths 4/24/24
James Albert Hartle, 85, of Marble, died April 22, 2024. Joseph H. Drozdo, 84, of Seneca, died April 22, 2024. Benny Bagnato, 71, of Sugarcreek,…
Serving Families in Need
By JACIE REAGLE Student contributor Cranberry High School received astounding results from the 2nd annual volleyball benefit tournament held on April 17th. The students raised…
Pet of the Day 4/23/24
Meet Abby, the gorgeous 2-year-old medium-haired kitty! Abby came to us as a stray, so we don’t know her history. What we do know is…
Vegan Apple and Black Bean Fajitas
(Family Features) From fajitas and tacos to everything in between, fueling your Cinco de Mayo fiesta starts with delicious food that brings everyone to the…
OC named Tree City USA by Arbor Day Foundation
From staff reports Oil City was named a 2023 Tree City USA by the Arbor Day Foundation to honor its commitment to effective urban forest…
Drake Well to hold Arbor Day tree planting event
From staff reports New trees will be planted Friday at Drake Well Museum and Park to celebrate Arbor Day. The trees will be formally dedicated…
Cruz breaks slump with 3 hits, Jones cruises as Pirates beat Brewers 4-2 to end 6-game skid
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Oneil Cruz broke out of a slump with three hits, rookie Jared Jones allowed one run in six innings and the Pittsburgh…
Pennsylvania’s primary will cement Casey, McCormick as nominees in battleground US Senate race
HARRISBURG (AP) — Tuesday’s Pennsylvania primaries will cement the lineup for a high-stakes U.S. Senate race between Democratic Sen. Bob Casey and Republican challenger David…
Mary J. Blige, Cher, Ozzy Osbourne, A Tribe Called Quest and Foreigner get into Rock Hall
NEW YORK (AP) — Mary J. Blige, Cher, Foreigner, A Tribe Called Quest, Kool & The Gang and Ozzy Osbourne have been inducted into the…
Recent Deaths 4/23/24
Edwin M. “Ed” Lohr, 93, of Centerville, died April 21, 2024. Daniel James Ochs, Sr., 62, of Lucinda, died April 20, 2024. Julie Ann (Bower)…
Pet of the Day 4/22/24
Meet Oscar, super soft, super sweet and super ready to find a home of his own! Oscar is a nice young boy, aged at around…
Creamy Tomato Smoked Sausage and Asparagus Tortellini
(Family Features) Warming weather brings with it plenty of opportunities to celebrate from holidays and birthdays to sunny afternoons offering an excuse to spend time…
Gearing up for Texas
By LILYAN CARTER Student contributor “This truly is ‘the world cup’ of robotics,” said Dan O’Brien, 8th grade robotics teacher and after-school robotics coach at…
Veteran Wins Supreme Court Case on VA Education Benefits
The Supreme Court sided with James Rudisill in the case Rudisill v. McDonough by a 7-2 ruling. This decision could impact up to 1.7 million…
Exhibit reveals horrors, context of WWII occupation
From staff reports One of the darkest periods in French history provides the context for an exhibit at Grove City College. “The Fruits of Hate:…
Prosecutors will make history with opening statements in Trump’s hush money criminal trial
NEW YORK (AP) — For the first time in history, prosecutors will present a criminal case against a former American president to a jury today…