Valley Grove students can still register
From staff reports Students in Valley Grove School District who still need to register for the upcoming school year will be able to do so…
Grand champion steer
Coltin Cross, 12, of Rockland, won the grand champion title with his market steer at the Venango County Round-Up. Coltin’s parents, Matt and Taresa Cross,…
States on hook for billions under Trump’s unemployment plan
FALLS CHURCH, Va. (AP) — Whether President Donald Trump has the constitutional authority to extend federal unemployment benefits by executive order remains unclear. Equally up…
Entire Pirates-Cards 3-game series postponed over virus woes
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The entire three-game series between the Pittsburgh Pirates and St. Louis that was set to begin Monday night at Busch Stadium has…
Simon Cowell has surgery for broken back after bike accident
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Simon Cowell underwent surgery to repair a broken back, the result of an electric bicycle accident, and was recovering at a…
Recent Deaths 8/10/20
Richard “Rick” A. Clark, 62, of Shippenville, died Aug. 7, 2020. Thomas L. Fulmer, 77, of Maple Heights, Ohio, died Aug. 7, 2020. Brenda S….
Franklin finances a concern
By SARAH TITLEY Staff writer Franklin city manager Tracy Jamieson painted yet another bleak picture of the city’s financial situation at Monday’s city council meeting….
Teaming up for success
By DILLON PROVENZA Staff writer Bicycle, walking and water trails are an economic draw to the Oil Region, providing a path for tourism and businesses…
Trump order allows some unemployment pay, defers payroll tax
BEDMINSTER, N.J. (AP) — President Donald Trump has bypassed the nation’s lawmakers as he claimed the authority to defer payroll taxes and replace an expired…
Tigers hit 4 homers in 1st inning, drill Pirates 11-5
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Maybe the Detroit Tigers should get four unexpected days off more often. Or maybe they should just face a pitching staff in…
Reimagining ‘The Secret Garden’ for a new generation
The Associated Press Frances Hodgson Burnett’s children’s classic “ The Secret Garden ” has been adapted into several films, television series and even a Broadway…
Area career, tech education centers eligible for state aid
From staff reports Clarion County Career Center and the Venango Technology Center are both in line to receive state aid, according to a news release…
Titusville hospital to participate in Crawford Gives
From staff reports Titusville Area Hospital will participate in the Crawford Gives 2020 event hosted by Crawford Heritage Community Foundation. The 48-hour online fundraising event…
Virus aid talks collapse; no help expected for jobless now
WASHINGTON (AP) — A last-ditch effort by Democrats to revive Capitol Hill talks on vital COVID-19 rescue money collapsed in disappointment at week’s end, making…
Canadiens stun Penguins 2-0 to win qualifying round series
TORONTO (AP) — The Pittsburgh Penguins entered their qualifying round matchup against Montreal healthy but wary. Optimistic but guarded. While they’d shown plenty of grit…
MTV VMAS scraps indoor performances, moves to outdoor sets
NEW YORK (AP) — MTV says it is ditching plans for indoor performances for its upcoming Video Music Awards, opting for outdoor shows spread throughout…
Recent Deaths 8/8/20
Wilbur “John” Hickman, 63, of Johnstown died Aug. 6, 2020. For complete obituaries, pick up a copy of The Derrick for this day or…
Glass Jar Layered Taco Salad
(Family Features) A distinctive and unexpected ingredient like rice vinegar is an easy way to bring faraway flavors to your favorite summer dishes. This pantry…
Pet of the Day 8/7/20
Roxie is a sweet girl who can be a little shy at first, especially with men. Her previous owner says she is not very good…
New Bethlehem man sentenced in sexual assault case
By RANDY BARTLEY Staff writer A New Bethlehem man was sentenced Wednesday in Clarion County court on a statutory sexual assault charge. Jacob Tyler Hook,…
Zonta’s COVID CARES collection is Saturday
From staff reports The Zonta Club of Oil City-Franklin will hold a collection to gather facial masks and accept monetary donations from 10 a.m. to…
Virus aid talks on brink of collapse; sides ‘very far apart’
WASHINGTON (AP) — Washington talks on vital COVID-19 rescue money are teetering on the brink of collapse after a marathon meeting in the Capitol generated…
Pirates rally past Twins 6-5 to end 7-game losing streak
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Derek Shelton has said all the right things during the Pittsburgh Pirates’ bumpy start, one marred by injuries that have ravaged the…
How an arrest upended filming of ‘Surviving Jeffrey Epstein’
NEW YORK (AP) — The filmmakers behind “Surviving Jeffrey Epstein” moved quickly when Ghislaine Maxwell was arrested on federal charges that she acted as a…
Recent Deaths 8/7/20
Kenneth N. “Ken” Beach, 70, of Franklin, died Aug. 5, 2020. John Thomas Freeberg, 78, of Houtzdale, died Aug. 5, 2020. Charles Lowell Gahagen died…
Pressure Cooker Chicken Cacciatore
(Family Features) Using a mix of kitchen staples you already may have, along with fresh ingredients, you can make delicious, affordable recipes for the whole family….
Pet of the Day 8/6/20
Diamond Mae is a HAPPY girl with lots of energy. She will need some work on obedience but she is eager to please. She likes…
OC girls raise $2,460 for troops with lemonade stand
By LEANDRO ARISTEGUIETA Staff writer An Oil City girl and three of her friends raised $2,460 for troops overseas with funds from a lemonade and…
Free back-to-school haircuts will be offered
From staff reports The United Way of Venango County, hair stylists and PA 2-1-1 will hold the Second Annual Back to School Hair Affair, which…
1.2 million seek jobless aid after $600 federal check ends
WASHINGTON (AP) — Nearly 1.2 million laid-off Americans applied for state unemployment benefits last week, evidence that the coronavirus keeps forcing companies to slash jobs…
Dobnak shines in homecoming, Twins top reeling Pirates 5-2
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Randy Dobnak grew up in the Pittsburgh suburbs making regular pilgrimages to PNC Park. When he walked over the Roberto Clemente Bridge…
Ren, Stimpy to make TV comeback in new Comedy Central show
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The brazen humor of “The Ren & Stimpy Show” will be revisited in a new Comedy Central version of the animated…
Recent Deaths 8/6/20
Gerald “Jerry” Bailey, 60, of Mechanicsville, died Aug. 3, 2020. Marie M. Wendt, 91, of Pensacola, Florida, formerly of Franklin, died Aug. 1, 2020. John…
Thefts from vehicles
Charges filed for MVA
Pet of the Day 8/5/20
Twix is a handsome cat but is just learning to accept people. He is looking for a patient and knowledgable home that will either allow…
Asian Carne Asada Tacos
(Family Features) Combine the best of both worlds this summer with an ethnic favorite straight off the grill. These Asian Carne Asada Tacos require less…
Franklin man facing indecent assault charges
From staff reports A Franklin man is facing charges for sexually assaulting a young girl. Shane Biles, 28, is accused of having indecent contact with…
Applications being accepted for Greenways program
From staff reports The Northwest Commission, in cooperation with DEP and DCNR, will offer another round of the Greenways Block Grant Program money to businesses…
Lebanese confront devastation after massive Beirut explosion
BEIRUT (AP) — Residents of Beirut confronted a scene of utter devastation Wednesday, a day after a massive explosion at the port rippled across the…
Aye Captains: Crosby, McDavid provide Pens, Oilers spark
TORONTO (AP) — The C’s have it: Crosby and Connor, that is. It didn’t take long for the two captains — Pittsburgh’s Sidney Crosby and…
‘Who’s the Boss?’ gets reboot with Tony Danza, Alyssa Milano
LOS ANGELES (AP) — A brand new life is ahead for the vintage sitcom “Who’s the Boss?” and its devoted fans. Tony Danza and Alyssa…
Recent Deaths 8/5/20
Rhoda A. Bish, 98, of New Bethlehem, formerly of Seminole, died Aug. 3, 2020. James P. Daly, 61, of Franklin, died Aug. 4, 2020. Keith…
Pet of the Day 8/4/20
Franny gets along with her roommates and can get along with other cats but will need time, she doesn’t like change. Franny enjoys all of…
Fruity Yogurt French Toast Wraps
(Culinary.net) Add fruit to your breakfast with this take on French toast, which includes a mixture of berries, bananas and vanilla yogurt wrapped in tortillas…
2 facing charges for breaking into OC home
From staff reports Two men are facing charges for breaking into an Oil City home and threatening the occupants with a frying pan. Oil City…
Rouseville Borough getting funds for water treatment plant work
From staff reports Rouseville Borough is receiving nearly $1.5 million to rehabilitate and upgrade the borough’s existing water treatment plant, water sources, storage and distribution…
‘A line in the sand’: Both sides dig in on virus relief bill
WASHINGTON (AP) — Negotiators on a huge coronavirus relief bill reported slight progress after talks resumed in the Capitol, with issues like food for the…
Crosby leads Penguins past Canadiens 3-1; Series tied 1-1
TORONTO (AP) — Any remnants of the Montreal Canadiens’ feel-good glow from their series-opening overtime win over Pittsburgh were quickly dashed Monday night. The fifth-seeded…
Lucky No.7: Taylor Swift nabs 7th No.1 album with ‘folklore’
NEW YORK (AP) — To no one’s surprise, Taylor Swift’s surprise album “folklore” is dominating the music charts. Swift’s eighth album debuted at No. 1…