Biden administration will require thousands more gun dealers to run background checks on buyers
WASHINGTON (AP) — Thousands more firearms dealers across the United States will have to run background checks on buyers when selling at gun shows or…
Japanese PM Kishida to address Congress amid skepticism about US role abroad
WASHINGTON (AP) — Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida will head to Capitol Hill on Thursday for an address to U.S. lawmakers meant to underscore the…
Margot Robbie making ‘Monopoly’ movie and Blumhouse reviving ‘Blair Witch’
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Margot Robbie has her sights on another toy. The “Barbie” producer and star is making a Monopoly movie, with Hasbro and…
Recent Deaths 4/11/24
Pearl Elizabeth “Pete” Jackson, 94, of Oil City, died April 8, 2024. Marian T. Turner, 91, of Franklin, died April 8, 2024. Bradley (Brad) R….
Growing Edible Greens
This article discuses types of lettuce and other greens, such as kale and chard, that should be planted in early spring. Early spring is the…
Pet of the Day 4/10/24
Meet Rudy, a very sweet dog looking for a loving home! He is young, friendly, affectionate, playful, smart, curious and brave, and loves giving kisses!…
Mini Corn Dog Bites
(Family Features) Rally the family together to make and eat these bite-sized versions of corn dogs for an enjoyable, kid-friendly activity and snack. Parents will…
Biden administration imposes first-ever national drinking water limits on toxic PFAS
The Associated Press The Biden administration on Wednesday finalized strict limits on certain so-called “forever chemicals” in drinking water that will require utilities to reduce…
Tigers erupt against Pirates closer Bednar to rally for 5-3 victory
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Gio Urshela, Kerry Carpenter and Jake Rogers delivered RBI singles in the ninth inning as the Detroit Tigers rallied past the Pittsburgh…
Review: In Alex Garland’s potent ‘Civil War,’ journalists are America’s last hope
The Associated Press The United States is crumbling in Alex Garland’s sharp new film “Civil War,” a bellowing and haunting big screen experience. The country…
Recent Deaths 4/10/24
James “Jim” Edward Hager, 94, of Shippenville and Spring Hill, Florida, died April 6, 2024. Beverly Ann (Hill) Borchert, 85, of Oil City, died April…
Pet of the Day 4/9/24
Do you like big cats? Look no further than this big boy called Max! Max is a 3-year-old gentleman who came to us as a…
Herbed Spanish Omelet
(Family Features) Gathering friends and family doesn’t need to be fancy. With its prime positioning between breakfast and lunch, brunch is a more casual and…
Camp Lejeune Justice Act Informational Update
Veterans and family members seeking to file lawsuits because of water contamination at Camp Lejeune have only months left to do so. The VFW has…
‘Speaking to the next generation’: State auditor general spends the day at CHS
By ADDYSEN FAWCETT and RYLEE COE Student contributors Cranberry High School opened its doors on March 21, 2024, to Pennsylvania’s Auditor General Timothy DeFoor, who…
Lots of traffic in Franklin after the eclipse
By HELEN FIELDING Staff writer Franklin may not have been in the path of totality for Monday’s solar eclipse, but it certainly was in the…
Starlite Xpress to hold registration, first practice
From staff reports The Starlite Xpress baton group will hold open registration as well as its first practice for the 2024 marching season Thursday at…
McCabe scores in OT, Matthews gets No. 65 as Maple Leafs beat Penguins 3-2
TORONTO (AP) — Jake McCabe scored at 1:30 of overtime and the Toronto Maple Leafs beat the Pittsburgh Penguins 3-2 on Monday night. Auston Matthews…
Reynolds hits 100th career homer as Pirates beat Tigers 7-4 for 3rd straight win
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Bryan Reynolds began the season knowing he was two home runs shy of 100 in his career. The Pittsburgh Pirates left fielder…
Norfolk Southern agrees to pay $600M in settlement related to train derailment in eastern Ohio
The Associated Press Norfolk Southern has agreed to pay $600 million in a class-action lawsuit settlement related to a fiery train derailment in February 2023…
Recent Deaths 4/9/24
Barbara Ann Pfendler, 86, of Vowinckel, died April 7, 2024. Pauline L. Campbell, 77, of Oil City, died April 7, 2024. Helen A. Czlonka, 96,…
Pet of the Day 4/8/24
Arwen is a gorgeous nearly 2-year-old kitty looking for a new address! Arwen recently came to us a stray, so we have no background information…
Pomegranate and Arugula Rice Salad
(Family Features) Letting in a little fresh air with an open window or a screen door is a sure sign of spring, allowing the natural…
Shelter Slumber Pawty
From staff reports Nineteen Precious Paws Animal Rescue volunteers were asleep at the job over the weekend, but it was for a good cause. They…
Huge crowds await a total solar eclipse in North America. Clouds may spoil the view
MESQUITE, Texas (AP) — Millions of spectators along a narrow corridor stretching from Mexico to the U.S. to Canada eagerly awaited Monday’s celestial sensation —…
Henderson’s wild throw on potential game-ending double play gives Pirates 3-2 win over Orioles
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Baltimore Orioles shortstop Gunnar Henderson made a diving stop near second base on Edward Oliveras’ grounder in a try for a game-ending…
‘Godzilla x Kong’ maintains box-office dominion in second weekend
NEW YORK (AP) — “Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire” easily swatted away a pair of challengers to hold on to the top spot at…
Recent Deaths 4/8/24
Carole Shick Stover, 90, of Seneca, formerly of Knox, died April 5, 2024. Helen A. Czlonka, 96, of Seneca, died April 7, 2024. Betty Jo…
Eclipse will be a learning experience
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer Venango County is on the edge of the path of totality during Monday afternoon’s solar eclipse, meaning residents will be…
Oil City boy’s venture is all in effort to help his big brother
By HELEN FIELDING Staff writer A 7-year-old Oil City entrepreneur is on a mission to make money, which is no different than that of anyone…
Oneil Cruz’s RBI single in 11th inning lifts Pirates to 5-4 win over Orioles
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Oneil Cruz singled home the winning run in the 11th inning to give the Pittsburgh Pirates a 5-4 victory over the Baltimore…
CMT Awards return Sunday night with host Kelsea Ballerini and a tribute to the late Toby Keith
The Associates Press The CMT Music Awards, celebrating the best in country music videos, are set to return on Sunday night live from Austin, Texas. Hosted…
Franklin street sweeping
From staff reports The City of Franklin Street Division has announced that it will be street sweeping on two shifts this spring. The schedule will…
US East Coast earthquake rattles millions, but region escapes sweeping damage
NEW YORK (AP) — An unusual East Coast earthquake shook millions of people from New York and Philadelphia skyscrapers to rural New England on Friday,…
Grayson Rodriguez solid, Orioles hit 3 homers amid snow flurries to spoil Pirates’ home opener, 5-2
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Ryan O’Hearn, Gunnar Henderson and Cedric Mullins homered, Grayson Rodriguez pitched 6 1/3 strong innings and the Baltimore Orioles beat Pittsburgh 5-2…
Hulu’s ‘We Were the Lucky Ones’ is a good reminder to talk to your elders while you still can
The Associated Press In Hulu’s limited-series “We Were the Lucky Ones,” the Kurc family in Poland is separated during World War II and spends years…
Recent Deaths 4/6/24
Fredrick L. Hasbrouck, 80, of Titusville, died April 4, 2024. Helen R. Goreczny, 87, of Oil City, died April 5, 2024. For complete obituaries,…
Pet of the Day 4/5/24
Miney came to us as a stray, so we do not have any history for her. She weighs just under 50 pounds and is estimated…
Tuna and Rice Nicoise Salad
(Family Features) Letting in a little fresh air with an open window or a screen door is a sure sign of spring, allowing the natural…
4-H Wild Hogs club creates blankets for patients
From staff reports As part of Pennsylvania 4-H week which was celebrated last month, members of the Wild Hogs 4-H Club worked to purchase, make…
OC Community Clean-up Day set April 17
From staff reports The Oil City Community Clean-Up Day will be held Wednesday, April 17. There will be three shifts available — 9 a.m. to…
Biden tells Israel’s Netanyahu future US support for war depends on new steps to protect civilians
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden issued a stark warning to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday that future U.S. support for Israel’s Gaza…
Pirates use 4-run first inning to beat Nationals 7-4, improve to 6-1
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Pittsburgh Pirates bounced right back from their first loss and lowest-scoring game of the season, producing a four-run first inning with…
New faces help Penguins beat Capitals 4-1 and move closer to playoff spot
WASHINGTON (AP) — Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin carried the Pittsburgh Penguins back into contention with starring performances over the past couple of weeks. When…
Review: Ken Loach, longtime chronicler of social ills, seeks a hopeful note in ‘The Old Oak’
The Associated Press In so many ways, TJ Ballantyne is a classic Ken Loach hero: a working-class, middle-aged man trying to simply eke out a dignified living,…
Recent Deaths 4/5/24
Ruth Eileen Eakin, 92, of Franklin, died April 2, 2024. William C. “Boot” Edmonds, Sr., 91, of New Bethlehem, died April 3, 2024. Wanda Faye…
Pet of the Day 4/4/24
Looking for a fun-loving furry friend? Look no further than Moe! This pup is brimming with energy and is always up for a good time….
Bacon-Wrapped Egg Muffins
(Family Features) Don’t let Mother’s Day pass by as just another day on the calendar. Make this year’s celebration a true ode to the moms…
Earth Day celebration set at Venango recycling center
From staff reports The Venango County community recycling center will host an Earth Day celebration from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 20, at…
Franklin Council awards contracts for paving projects
By HELEN FIELDING Staff writer Franklin City Council awarded paving contracts for two projects at its meeting this week, including the city’s portion of the…