Cleaning up more snow
City of Franklin road crews were busy Monday clearing away more snow, including shutting down a lane on the 13th Street bridge to remove snow…
3 groups, many videos, many interpretations of DC encounter
The Associated Press A group of five black men shouting vulgar insults while protesting centuries of oppression. Dozens of white Catholic high school students visiting…
Rivera, Halladay, Martinez seem set for Hall election
NEW YORK (AP) — Mariano Rivera figures to make quick work of his Hall of Fame ballot appearance, just as he did of opposing batters,…
‘Roma,’ ‘The Favourite’ lead Oscar nomination with 10 nods
NEW YORK (AP) — Oscar voters on Tuesday showered Alfonso Cuaron’s “Roma” and Yorgos Lanthimos’ “The Favourite” with a leading 10 nominations to the 91st…
Recent Deaths 1/22/19
Anna Mae Winder, 87, died Jan. 18, 2019. Sharon M. “Sherry” Hoover Gilligan, 59, of Sligo, died Jan. 21, 2019. Iva Mae (Shuffstall) Malliard, 81,…
Pet of the day 1/21/19
Name: Statler Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 7 months Gender: Male Size: Small Color: Grey/Black Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Statler can be found at Venango…
Foolproof Poached Chicken Breasts
Servings: 4 Sous Vide Temperature: 150 F Sous Vide Time: 1 to 3 hours Active Cooking Time: 25 minutes 4 8 ounce boneless, skinless chicken…
Oil City Area School District sets kindergarten registration
Registration for kindergarten classes in the Oil City Area School District for next fall will be held the week of April 10. Children who reach…
Frigid air, high winds cause dangerous travel conditions
Frigid air and high winds are causing dangerous travel conditions throughout the eastern U.S. after a powerful winter storm pummeled the region over the weekend….
Super Bowl LIII is set
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) – The New England Patriots are headed to their third straight Super Bowl, once more thanks to Tom Brady’s brilliance. The…
Bon Jovi’s restaurant gives free meal to furloughed workers
RED BANK, N.J. (AP) — A restaurant owned by musician and New Jersey native Jon Bon Jovi is providing free meals to local government workers…
Recent Deaths 1/21/19
Ruth M. Westlake Daugherty, 96, of Oil City died at 3:44 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 19, 2019, at her home. Doris M. Yount, 75, of Franklin,…
Local Company Gives Generously to Cranberry Students
By JANICE IRWIN Student contributor Cranberry High School was a recipient of an incredible act of kindness. Komatsu, formerly known as Joy Mining, donated coats,…
4 arrested at OC home after drugs found
From staff reports Oil City police arrested four people on drug charges Friday at a residence on East Seventh Street after officers served a search…
Health resource program eyed in 4 school districts
By ROSEMARY FIELDING Staff writer An initiative to open health resource centers at four Venango County school districts was initiated at the state level by…
Trump offers temporary ‘Dreamers’ deal for border wall
WASHINGTON (AP) — In a bid to break the shutdown stalemate, President Donald Trump on Saturday offered to extend temporary protections for young people brought…
Marchessault’s hat trick helps Vegas beat Penguins 7-3
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Jonathan Marchessault and William Karlsson have struggled to find the back of the net since Dec. 22, scoring a combined three…
Film airing on PBS highlights Native American links to rock
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — As a child, Fred Lincoln “Link” Wray Jr. hid under a bed when the Ku Klux Klan came to his parents’…
Wolf issues emergency declaration ahead of storm
From staff reports With a winter storm expected to bring heavy snow, high winds, sleet and freezing rain across the state through this weekend, Gov….
Sister organizes fundraiser for OC man killed in crash
From staff reports The sister of an Oil City man, a local construction worker and father of six who was killed in an automobile accident…
Trump plans ‘major announcement’ on border, longest shutdown
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump said he’ll be making a “major announcement” on the government shutdown and the southern border on Saturday afternoon as…
Kessel scores in overtime, Penguins beat Coyotes 3-2
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Pittsburgh coach Mike Sullivan did not like his team’s effort in a loss to San Jose earlier this week. A parade…
Reports: Sony drops R. Kelly after furor over allegations
NEW YORK (AP) — Multiple outlets have reported that Sony Music has dropped embattled R&B star R. Kelly from its roster. The announcement comes two…
Guns seized in Titusville
OC domestic incident
Franklin warrant arrest
4 face drug charges
Recent Deaths 1/19/19
Ralph Bowersox, 95, of Clarion, died Jan. 16, 2019. DeWayne E. Hilton, 74, of Tionesta, died Jan. 14, 2019. Gladys Jane Soltez, 90, of Ravenna,…
Oil City DUI
Franklin disorderly conduct
Pet of the day 1/18/19
L.E. is a 7 month old, female Terrier /Lab mix ( according to the owner ) surrendered to the rescue with her Father Brax. L.E….
Yogurt and Berry Parfaits
Servings: 2 Start to finish: 10 minutes Prepare Ingredients: 1 cup plain Greek yogurt 1 tablespoon honey 1 cup raspberries, blueberries, blackberries, and/or sliced strawberries…
Man facing strangulation, other charges
From staff reports A Franklin man is facing strangulation and other charges following a dispute with a woman Wednesday. A criminal complaint filed by Sugarcreek…
Thompson’s bill would reauthorize Oil Region as National Heritage Area
From staff reports U.S. Rep. Glenn Thompson, R-15th District, on Thursday introduced legislation to reauthorize the Oil Region National Heritage Area’s federal charter through 2026….
Total lunar eclipse meets supermoon Sunday night
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — Here comes a total lunar eclipse and supermoon, all wrapped into one. The moon, Earth and sun will line up…
Netflix has no plans to cut ‘Bird Box’ scene despite outcry
NEW YORK (AP) — Netflix’s post-apocalyptic survival film “Bird Box” is drawing criticism for using footage of a real fiery train disaster but the streaming…
Recent Deaths 1/18/19
Beatrice L. Hutchinson, 97, of Oil City, died Jan. 16, 2019. Eva Rose (Carbaugh) Regina, 79, of Tucson, Arizona, died Jan. 10, 2019. Ian M….
Pet of the day 1/17/19
Name: Reese Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 6 months Gender: Male Size: Small Color: Grey Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Reese can be found at Venango…
Pinto Bean-Beet Burgers
Servings: 8 Start to finish: 1 hour Salt and pepper 2/3 cup medium-grind bulgur, rinsed 1 large beet (9 ounces), trimmed, peeled, and shredded 3/4…
Knox man sentenced for sexual assault of girl, 11
From staff reports A Knox man pleaded guilty and was sentenced Monday by Venango County President Judge Oliver Lobaugh on charges related to the rape…
Penn State Extension sets food safety course
From staff reports Penn State Extension will hold a ServSafe food safety manager course at the Venango County Penn State Extension office at the Venango…
Trump administration to roll out new missile defense plan
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Trump administration will roll out a new strategy Thursday for a more aggressive space-based missile defense system to protect against existing…
Teen found safe after standoff; ex-boyfriend charged
McKEESPORT (AP) — A Pittsburgh-area teen has been found safe and her ex-boyfriend has been charged with kidnapping after a two-hour standoff. State police had…
Metallica, Miley Cyrus perform at Chris Cornell tribute
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Many from Metallica and the Foo Fighters rocked on with electrifying performances as family members gave heartfelt speeches in memory of…
Recent Deaths 1/17/19
Heidi L. Hargenrader, 44, of Oil City, died Jan. 15, 2019. David L. Winger, 77, of Dempseytown, died Jan. 15, 2019. For complete obituaries,…
Franklin criminal mischief
Pet of the day 1/16/19
Brax is a 3 year old, male, Terrier/Lab mix surrendered to the rescue with his daughter L.E.. Brax is new to the rescue and a…
Crowdfunding for Slippery Rock trees
A walk down Main Street in Slippery Rock reveals empty patches of dirt every so often where ornamental pear trees once stood. Some of the…
Simple Couscous
Servings: 6 Start to finish: 45 minutes 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 cups couscous 1 cup water 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth Salt…
Wanted OC couple arrested in Florida
By JIM MEYER Staff writer An Oil City couple on the run from Venango County were arrested Monday in Florida. Kody Wilkins, 28, was arrested…