Palestinians begin Ramadan with hunger worsening, no end in sight to war
RAFAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — Palestinians began fasting for Ramadan on Monday as the Muslim holy month arrived with cease-fire talks at a standstill, hunger…
RAFAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — Palestinians began fasting for Ramadan on Monday as the Muslim holy month arrived with cease-fire talks at a standstill, hunger…
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Connor McDavid versus Sidney Crosby used to make the hockey world come to a standstill and watch. Not so much these days….
LOS ANGELES (AP) — “Oppenheimer,” a solemn three-hour biopic that became an unlikely billion-dollar box-office sensation, was crowned best picture at a 96th Academy Awards…
Barbara M. Cisek McGarvey, 84, of Van, died March 9, 2024. William A. “Bill” Neely, 92, of Knox, died March 7, 2024. Ralph “Toot” Umstead,…
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer Some of the documents in the court proceedings involving the Oil City man accused of murdering Suzette Nellis along the…
By MAKAYLA KEATING Staff writer Now that Sugarcreek Borough Council has moved away from further discussions with the city of Franklin about possibly providing police…
DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — A U.S. Army vessel carrying equipment for building a temporary pier in Gaza was on its way to the…
BOSTON (AP) — David Pastrnak reached 40 goals for the third consecutive season, and the Boston Bruins beat the fading Pittsburgh Penguins 5-1 on Saturday….
LOS ANGELES (AP) — After a winter barrage of award shows — the Emmys, the Golden Globes, the Grammys — the grandaddy of them all,…
From staff reports North Sandy Presbyterian Church in Utica will hold a soup cook-off from 4 to 6 p.m. Saturday, March 16. Guests may sample…
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden on Friday endorsed legislation that could lead to the popular video-sharing app TikTok being banned in the United States,…
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Senate on Friday approved a $460 billion package of spending bills in time to meet a midnight deadline for avoiding a…
Mary Lou Lesko, 87, of Titusville, died March 6, 2024. Kenneth E. Campbell, 93, of Kinston, North Carolina, formerly of Oil City, died March 5,…
Meet Cilia, the sweet and silly boxer mix! She is estimated to be around 7 years old, and weighs approximately 56 pounds. Cilia is incredibly…
(Family Features) What better way to celebrate friendship and camaraderie than with comforting foods all can enjoy. Sourdoughs and friendship breads may go in and…
By HELEN FIELDING Staff writer A Seneca man is facing charges that include terroristic threats for causing a disturbance in his neighborhood Thursday morning and…
From staff reports There were more than 1,200 responses to Oil Region Alliance of Business, Industry and Tourism surveys and input during public meetings to…
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden delivered a defiant argument for a second term in his State of the Union speech Thursday night, lacing into…
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Tom Wilson made a trip home to Toronto last week to see his ailing grandfather, Jake Avery, one final time. The veteran…
The Associated Press Your tolerance for the new Peter Farrelly comedy “Ricky Stanicky” may come down to whether or not you think the idea of…
William R. “Bill” Yount, 88, of Oil City, died March 6, 2024. Nancy C. Funka, 79, of Grove City, died March 6, 2024. Edna Irene…
Sweet Bramble is looking for a loving home to call her own! Approximately 2 years old, Bramble is very loving and enjoys affection. She can…
(Family Features) What better way to celebrate friendship and camaraderie than with comforting foods all can enjoy. Sourdoughs and friendship breads may go in and…
By JENNA BILTZ and REYNA WATSON Student Contributors Marley, a beautiful Doberman Pinscher and Labrador Retriever mix, came into the shelter when her owners could…
From staff reports Mark Elliston, the vicar at Christ Episcopal Church in Oil City, recently presented a $500 donation to the scholarship fund of the…
From staff reports The Oil Region Ballet will perform a ballet based on “The Wizard of Oz” on Friday and Saturday at the Barrow-Civic Theatre…
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden is set to use his State of the Union address Thursday to promote his vision for a second term…
CAIRO (AP) — Hamas said Thursday that its delegation has left Cairo and that talks on a Gaza cease-fire and hostage release will resume next…
The Associated Press Muscles ripple, veins pop and electronic music throbs in “Love Lies Bleeding,” a heaving, hyper-sexy neo-noir drenched in sweat, blood and bug guts. If…
Mayci June Clelland died March 2, 2024. David K. Slaugenhoup, Sr., 74, of Parker, died March 4, 2024. Carl Ray Kriebel, Sr., 86, of Hawthorn,…
The adorable Chumley recently came to us as a stray. He is super wiggly and full of love. Chumley is neutered and started on his…
(Family Features) What better way to celebrate friendship and camaraderie than with comforting foods all can enjoy. Sourdoughs and friendship breads may go in and…
No matter how big or small your garden is, for successful vegetable gardening it is crucial to know the difference between cool-season and warm-season vegetables….
By HELEN FIELDING Staff writer About thirty-five people turned out for a Cranberry Township conditional use hearing regarding a kennel and dog grooming business in…
By HELEN FIELDING Staff writer Things are stirring at the Wildcat Mansion carriage house at 4849 Route 322 in Franklin. Mangatas Muse, which opened last…
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden and his predecessor, Donald Trump, romped through more than a dozen states on Super Tuesday, all but cementing a…
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Change, perhaps significant change, is coming to the Pittsburgh Penguins. One thing, however, has remained a constant for Pittsburgh during an underachieving…
NEW YORK (AP) — When we first meet the hero of Guy Ritchie’s new Netflix series, he’s not exactly what you’d expect from a Guy…
Richard LeRoy Rodgers, 66, died March 4, 2024. Marlen L. Knavel, 92, of Venus, died March 4, 2024. Michael C. “Mooch” Morkin, 71, of Franklin,…
Miss Maggie recently came to us because she wasn’t a good fit for the family that had her. She is super friendly and energetic, yet…
(Family Features) Whether your favorite springtime meals take you to the patio or have you throwing open the windows to let fresh air in, enjoying…
VA has announced that beginning on March 5, 2024, toxic-exposed veterans will be eligible to enroll directly in VA health care without first applying for…
From staff reports There were no reported injuries in a trailer fire that broke out a little before 7 a.m. Monday on Community Road in…
From staff reports A “spring into spring” vendor event is planned from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday at the Cranberry Mall. The…
DENVER (AP) — Former President Donald Trump gained a clear win at the U.S. Supreme Court on Monday, which unanimously ruled that states don’t have…
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump are poised to move much closer to winning their party’s nominations during the biggest…
The Associated Press Movie theaters were looking for a savior and “ Dune: Part Two ” is delivering on the promise. Armed with sandworms, big screen spectacle and the…
George William Hack, 73, of Mercer, died March 1, 2024. Sally M. Kadylak died March 1, 2024. Nelrose Lenore (Shirey) Mahoney, 90, died Feb. 13,…
More mountain snow expected even as powerful blizzard moves out of Northern California By BROOKE HESS and CHRISTOPHER WEBER Associated Press TRUCKEE, Calif. (AP) —…
This handsome boy is approximately 3 years old, and looking to find a new best friend! He came to us when his owner unfortunately passed…