The Associated Press A politicized healthcare crisis, horrifyingly unnecessary death, a crucial election. “Collective,” a piercing documentary about corruption in Romania, may not directly concern…
Mary L. Blair died Nov. 17, 2020. John Hutchison, 71, of Claypool, Indiana, died Nov. 13, 2020. Andrew B. “Andy” Maitland, 81, of Cranberry, died…
By ALAINA OLSON Student contributor Overlapping the actual 2020 presidential election, four candidates have battled it out to be the next Crantopia president in a…
(Family Features) While holiday traditions and celebrations will likely look different this year, the season is still special. Set the scene for a celebratory occasion…
Genevieve came into our lives as a stray and she isn’t looking back – only forward. She is looking for the right kind of love…
From staff reports A transient man is facing charges for fleeing from police and punching a police officer in the face. Franklin police said in…
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission has directed parties involved in a dispute about what might be unsafe electric utility…
The Associated Press Pennsylvania is strengthening its mask mandate and will require out-of-state travelers to test negative for the coronavirus before arrival, health officials announced…
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Mike Tomlin said minutes after the Pittsburgh Steelers improved to 9-0 after a victory over Cincinnati on Sunday that he wasn’t worried…
GILLSBURG, Miss. (AP) — Lynyrd Skynyrd, the rock band famous for “Sweet Home Alabama” and “Free Bird,” now has highway signs pointing to the site…
John L. Flickinger, 58, of State College, died Nov. 15, 2020. Andrew B. Maitland, 81, of Cranberry, died Nov. 17, 2020. Mary Koltonski Malys, 90,…
(Family Features) It’s no secret that a balanced diet with plenty of fruits and veggies can deliver important vitamins and nutrients for better health, but…
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer The coronavirus pandemic is continuing to upend educational norms, and that has required some shuffling of the sports schedule…
From staff reports The Oil City leaf collection schedule this week is as follows: Today – East Second, East Third, East Fourth (Wilson to dead…
The Associated Press A hearing on the Trump campaign’s federal lawsuit seeking to prevent Pennsylvania officials from certifying the vote results remains on track for…
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Ben Roethlisberger’s resume is stacked. Two Super Bowl rings. Six Pro Bowls. Two passing titles. A spot likely awaiting in the Hall…
PLYMOUTH, Mass. (AP) — Actor Donnie Wahlberg recently left a $2,020 tip at a Massachusetts restaurant, continuing his habit of leaving generous gratuities to brighten…
Richard T. “Duck” Carnahan, 69, of Clarion, died Nov. 15, 2020. Steven Lee Hollingsworth, 62, of Clarion, died Nov. 15, 2020. George P. Marshall, 74,…
Taz is a young pup who is full of energy. She wiggles with joy when someone gives her attention. She enjoys the company of both…
(Family Features) Despite a holiday season that’s practically guaranteed to feel different than any other, one constant will remain for many: enjoying the tastes of…
Last week, the Senate passed VFW-supported H.R. 8247, the Veterans Comprehensive Prevention, Access to Care and Treatment (COMPACT) Act, which passed the House in September…
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — SpaceX launched four astronauts to the International Space Station on Sunday on the first full-fledged taxi flight for NASA by…
The Associated Press For the second time this month, there’s promising news from a COVID-19 vaccine candidate: Moderna said Monday its shots provide strong protection,…
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Ben Roethlisberger spent the week stuck at home, equal parts pre-Kindergarten teacher to his young children and overzealous student to the Pittsburgh…
Thomas “TC” Richard Caldwell, 81, of Parker, died Nov. 13, 2020. JoAnn McClain Spence, 91, of Oil City, died Nov. 13, 2020. Jum “Earl Edward”…
From staff reports The state Department of Health for the third consecutive day announced more than 5,000 additional cases of COVID-19-including a combined 33 from…
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer The Transit Art Gallery and gift shop on Oil City’s North Side is ramping it up for the holidays….
WASHINGTON (AP) — Fervent supporters of President Donald Trump rallied in Washington on Saturday behind his spurious claim of a stolen election and swarmed his…
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Ben Roethlisberger’s unexpected week off won’t stop him from starting against the Cincinnati Bengals. The Pittsburgh Steelers activated their longtime quarterback and…
LOS ANGELES (AP) — And how the bidders loved him! A buyer shouted out with glee that they would pay $368,000 for the Rudolph and…
From staff reports The state Department of Health for the second consecutive day announced more than 5,000 additional cases of COVID-19 – including a combined…
From staff reports The Oil City Ministerium is conducting a clothing drive to assist the Salvation Army. Congregations within the ministerium are asked to contribute…
From staff reports The City of Franklin street department will pick up leaves with its vacuum machines next week in the following areas: Monday –…
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Republicans suffered setbacks to court challenges over the presidential election in three battleground states on Friday while a law firm that came…
PITTSBURGH (AP) — A man who was serving a life sentence for murder when he escaped custody while attending his grandmother’s funeral nearly 50 years…
The Associated Press Three-quarters through “The Climb” comes a scene we’ve all come to expect in a romantic comedy: A wedding is interrupted by the…
Ethel L. Parson, 91, formerly of Cherry Run Road, Rouseville, died Nov. 13, 2020. Lois J. Prichard, 87, of Dempseytown, died Nov. 13, 2020. Louise…
So, how I came about this name. It’s honestly very embarrassing so don’t tell anyone! Somehow I was found with a stick in my tail,…
(Family Features) If you need a last-minute appetizer or want to impress your friends, but don’t have the time to spend hours making something, consider…
As I’m sure is abundantly clear by now, redevelopment is all about people. Sure, we work on the places and things around us, but the…
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer A longtime Oil City business has purchased a property just across the street from its current location and plans…
From staff reports All in-person services and gatherings have been suspended in Episcopal churches within the Diocese of Northwestern Pennsylvania and Western New York. The…
The Associated Press With a COVID-19 vaccine drawing closer, public health officials across the country are gearing up for the biggest vaccination effort in U.S….
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Cam Heyward can’t figure out how the math works. The Pittsburgh Steelers keep winning games. And yet the veteran defensive tackle keeps…
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Through decades, deaths and disasters, AC/DC keeps thundering on. Forty-seven years along, and with the closest thing possible to their original…
James C. Albright, 94, of Franklin, died Nov. 10, 2020. Raymond Carl Dittman, 89, died Nov. 8, 2020. Arthur J. Flick, 77, of Rimersburg, died…
(Family Features) In what’s certain to be a holiday season unlike any other, you can transform your seasonal menu in 20 minutes of prep time…
Oliver came to us with Minnie because their owner no longer had time for them. He is a very nice boy and always very excited…