Tropical Storm Lane damage assessment under way
HONOLULU (AP) — Tropical Storm Lane ranks as the second-biggest rainmaker from a tropical cyclone in the United States since 1950. Lane dumped 52.02 inches…
New coordinator Bates brings swagger to Pittsburgh defense
PITTSBURGH (AP) — There’s a professorial aspect to new Pittsburgh defensive coordinator Randy Bates. Maybe it’s the glasses. Maybe it’s the tidy haircut. Maybe it’s…
From ‘Venom’ to ‘Roma,’ the movies coming this fall
NEW YORK (AP) — Here’s a look at the films coming to theaters through December: SEPTEMBER “The Nun” (Sept. 7) — A gothic supernatural horror…
Recent Deaths 8/28/18
Ruth Elizabeth Sibley, 73, died Aug. 25, 2018. For complete obituaries, pick up a copy of The Derrick for this day or purchase this…
Logging competition makes the cut at county fair
The Associated Press MEADVILLE (AP) — As spectators approached the grandstand at the Crawford County Fair, they were greeted by the unmistakable — and inescapable…
Pet of the day 8/27/18
Brooke is a sweet affectionate girl. She is a young adult 1-2 years old. Current on vaccines and spayed. She tested negative for fiv and…
Pan-fried sole with lemon-caper pan sauce
Servings: 4 Start to finish: 45 minutes 4 (6-ounce) skinless sole fillets Salt and pepper 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 tablespoons…
Persian Gulf Bonus Program Ending Friday
Their are only a few days left for veterans of the Persian Gulf War to apply for the cash bonus money – $75 for each…
Altomare steps down from Titusville chamber
From staff reports After serving five years as the executive director of the Titusville Area Chamber of Commerce, Emily Altomare has announced her resignation. She…
Shooting at esports event raises calls for more security
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — A champion gamer’s decision to open fire Sunday afternoon during a video competition — killing two people and wounding nine others…
Moustakas, Piña, Schoop go deep as Brewers bash Pirates 7-4
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Chris Archer blamed nobody but himself for the Pittsburgh Pirates’ loss to Milwaukee. Mike Moustakas and Manny Piña each hit a two-run…
Fan charged after rushing onstage at Beyonce, Jay-Z concert
ATLANTA (AP) — Police say they are pursuing more charges against a man who rushed onstage during a Beyonce and Jay-Z concert in Atlanta. Atlanta…
Recent Deaths 8/27/18
Beverly A. Rutherford, 87, of Oil City, died Aug. 24, 2018. William Earl Goodman, 54, of Oil City, died Aug. 24, 2018. Gregg Scott Myers,…
Action of all kinds
Pigeons fly past as Muslims gather to offer Eid al-Adha prayers at Jama Masjid in New Delhi, India, Wednesday, Aug. 22, 2018. Muslims around the…
Penn Soil gets grant for Pithole Creek watershed study
Penn Soil Resource Conservation and Development Council has been awarded a $5,000 Coldwater Heritage Partnership grant to create a coldwater conservation plan that will help…
Homeopathy movie to screen; filmmaker to be on hand
By SARAH TITLEY – Staff writer An evening watching a 67-minute documentary about medicine doesn’t sound like a typical night at the movies. However, filmmaker…
Roethlisberger throws TD in cameo, Steelers top Titans 16-6
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Ben Roethlisberger believes his right arm feels as good as it has at any point in his 15-year career. Maybe too good….
War hero and presidential candidate John McCain dies at 81
WASHINGTON (AP) — Sen. John McCain, who faced down his captors in a Vietnam prisoner of war camp with jut-jawed defiance and later turned his…
Frazier’s 3-run homer sends Pirates past Brewers 9-1
MILWAUKEE (AP) — After his team lost a 15-inning game to the Milwaukee Brewers the previous night and used seven pitchers in the process, Pittsburgh…
Review: ‘The Meg’ delivers on summer movie fun promise
By Katie Walsh, Tribune-Review It’s as true in 2018 as it was in 1975: There’s no better way to beat the summer heat than a…
Harassment/Physical contact
Almanac says we’re in line for a warmer winter
By JUDITH O. ETZEL – Contributing writer There is so much to mentally process at this time of year – end of vacation spurts, opening…
Man accused of fleeing from Franklin police
From staff reports An Oil City man is facing charges after he allegedly fled from police on his dirt bike around 4 p.m. Thursday on…
Once-powerful Hawaii hurricane downgraded to tropical storm
HONOLULU (AP) — A powerful hurricane that threatened Hawaii for a week rapidly disintegrated to become a tropical storm south of Honolulu. But meteorologists warned…
‘Papillon’ remake is handsome but slow prison drama
Danish director Michael Noer’s “Papillon ” remake, adapted from both Henri Charriere’s autobiography and the 1973 Steve McQueen and Dustin Hoffman film, is a sumptuous-looking but…
Brewers rally past Pirates 7-6 on Arcia’s single in 15th
MILWAUKEE (AP) — After giving up the go-ahead runs in the top of the 15th, Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Jordan Lyles took advantage of a chance…
Recent Deaths 8/25/18
Donald W. Montgomery, 90, of Worth Township, Stoneboro, died Thursday, Aug. 23, 2018. Harry Arnold Dittman, 75, of New Albany, Indiana, formerly of Lamartine, died Thursday…
Review: ‘Searching’ takes a few too many turns
By Katie Walsh, Tribune News Service (TNS) Perhaps “Searching” would feel more revolutionary had “Unfriended: Dark Web” not been so recently released. The two films…
Oil City accident
Country Fair theft
Knox Fest Parade Is A Vibrant Tradition
By AMBER HOLT Student contributor To many people, it’s just another week in August. But, to those living in Knox, it’s time for the 77th…
Pet of the day 8/24/18
Cub is a 11 month old male mixed breed that was surrendered to the rescue due to his high activity level and he was not…
S’mores ice cream cake
Servings: 8-10 Start to finish: 2 hours 4 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped fine 1/2 cup heavy cream 1/4 cup light corn syrup 8 whole graham…
OC fire department provides safety kits
Titusville bridge open, Rockdale span closing
The Route 8 (South Franklin Street) bridge in Titusville is now open following a bridge rehabilitation project. Final milling and paving of the roadway approaches…
5 tourists rescued from flooded home as storm hits Hawaii
HONOLULU (AP) — Sirens wailed while workers piled sandbags in front of hotels and police blared warnings to tourists to leave the world-famous Waikiki Beach…
Quiet rookie making noise
PITTSBURGH (AP) – The ball came floating down and James Washington appeared out of position. The back of the end zone was behind him. Green…
MGM opening Massachusetts casino with a flourish
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (AP) — Massachusetts’ first resort casino with expansive gambling and entertainment options is opening Friday with a Las Vegas-style flourish. A procession through…
Recent Deaths 8/24/18
Thomas J. Adams, 67, of Mayport, died at his home Saturday, Aug. 18, 2018. Patricia Ann “Pat” Vaughan, 82, of Franklin, passed away Thursday, Aug….
Suspicious person
Oil City criminal mischief
Budget-friendly local activities
Nights out in a big city can make for a welcome change of pace from time to time. Such nights can stretch budgets, making it…
Pet of the day 8/23/18
Nermal is super friendly and loving. This handsome guy came to us when the person who fed him when he came around every night noticed…
Chicken satay with spicy peanut dipping sauce
Servings: 10-15 Start to finish: 1 hour Skewers: 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, trimmed and sliced diagonally into 1/4-inch thick strips 1/4 cup soy…
Senior centers set schedules
Cranberry Place The Cranberry Place Older Adult Center is open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays. Lunch is served daily at 11:30 a.m. for a…
OC man wanted by police apprehended in President Township
From staff reports An Oil City man wanted by police in connection with a domestic dispute over the weekend was apprehended around 3:45 p.m. Tuesday…
Milling, paving work coming up in Franklin
From staff reports Milling and paving in Franklin will be done Friday, Saturday and Monday by IA Construction. Work will start in the 1200 block…
Big Island feels the effects of approaching hurricane
HONOLULU (AP) — As emergency shelters opened, rain began to pour and cellphone alerts went out, the approaching hurricane started to feel real for Hawaii…
Acuna hits HR, Braves edge Bucs 2-1 for 3-game sweep
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Jonny Venters thought he had given up a tying home run with two outs in the bottom of the ninth inning. “It…
CBS’ ‘The Big Bang Theory’ to end in 2019 after 12 seasons
NEW YORK (AP) — CBS says the upcoming 12th season of “The Big Bang Theory” will be the last. It’s the most popular comedy on…