Man facing charges for assaulting trooper at residence
From staff reports An Irwin Township man is facing aggravated assault and resisting arrest charges following an incident Thursday. Franklin state police said in a…
Russia fires 122 missiles, 36 drones in what Ukraine calls biggest aerial barrage of war
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Russia launched 122 missiles and dozens of drones against Ukrainian targets, officials said Friday, killing at least 24 civilians across the…
Election officials see a range of threats in 2024, from hostile countries to conspiracy theorists
ATLANTA (AP) — For election officials preparing for the 2024 presidential election, the list of security challenges just keeps growing. Many of the concerns from four…
Trump is blocked from the GOP primary ballot in two states. Can he still run for president?
DENVER (AP) — First, Colorado’s Supreme Court ruled that former President Donald Trump wasn’t eligible to run for his old job in that state. Then,…
Recent Deaths 12/29/23
Fredrick Baker, 81, of Kennerdell, formerly of Franklin, died Dec. 27, 2023. Evelyn L. McKee, 96, formerly of Titusville, died Dec. 22, 2023. Christopher Ray…
Pet of the Day 12/28/23
Meet the stunning Ursula! This absolutely beautiful girl is as sweet as she is pretty. Ursula is approximately 1 year old, only weighs 6 pounds,…
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…
The New York Times sues OpenAI, Microsoft for using its stories to train chatbots
NEW YORK (AP) — The New York Times is striking back against the threat that artificial intelligence poses to the news industry, filing a federal…
Letang becomes 1st NHL defenseman with 5 points in a period, Penguins bury Islanders 7-0
NEW YORK (AP) — Kris Letang became the first defenseman in NHL history to record five points in a period with five assists in the…
Social media companies made $11 billion in US ad revenue from minors, Harvard study finds
The Associated Press Social media companies collectively made over $11 billion in U.S. advertising revenue from minors last year, according to a study from the…
Recent Deaths 12/28/23
Frances E. “Fran” Carnahan, 90, of Shippenville, died Dec. 27, 2023. H. Jeanne Hindman, 92, of Emlenton, died Dec. 27, 2023. Rochelle Galene Blake, 81,…
Pet of the Day 12/27/23
This gorgeous two-year-old tabico came to us as a stray. Meet Kamora, the gorgeous and cuddly girl who is in search of a new address!…
Beef Tenderloin with Roasted Cauliflower and Spinach Salad
(Culinary.net) Many families crave savory and delicious weeknight meals. After a long day of work and school, it’s time to gather around the table to…
Holly: Legends, Customs, and Myths
With the onset of autumn, when sunlight is shaved away with every passing day, fear of darkness and the unknown troubled early humankind. Although the…
Michigan Supreme Court will keep Trump on 2024 ballot
LANSING, Mich. (AP) — Michigan’s Supreme Court is keeping former President Donald Trump on the state’s primary election ballot. The court said Wednesday it will…
As social media guardrails fade and AI deepfakes go mainstream, experts warn of impact on elections
NEW YORK (AP) — Nearly three years after rioters stormed the U.S. Capitol, the false election conspiracy theories that drove the violent attack remain prevalent…
US delegation to meet with Mexican government for talks on surge of migrants at border
MEXICO CITY (AP) — A top U.S. delegation is to meet with Mexico’s president Wednesday in what many see as a bid to get Mexico…
Recent Deaths 12/27/23
Dolores Landolt Esparraguera, of Havre de Grace, Maryland, died Dec. 18, 2023. Ella Can ”Dacy” White Anders Morrison, 98, died Dec. 23, 2023. Bruce E….
Pet of the Day 12/26/23
Rocky was recently brought to us when his owners were moving and could not take him. He is an approximately 7-year-old beagle and labrador mix…
Salted Caramel Macchiato Iced Coffee
Salted Caramel Macchiato Iced Coffee 1/2 cup Eight O’Clock Caramel Macchiato Coffee, chilled 1 cup milk 1/2 cup ice squeezable caramel sauce 1 pinch sea…
Christmas at Cranberry High School
By ADDY FAWCETT Student contributor Christmas time at expresses Cranberry High School’s love for the holiday season and the community with a Holiday Madness Tournament,…
First day hikes scheduled for PA State Parks
From staff reports The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) today announced it will host nearly 60 guided hikes in 43 state parks and…
Israeli forces bombard central Gaza in apparent move toward expanding ground offensive
RAFAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — Israeli forces bombarded Palestinian refugee camps in central Gaza and issued orders telling residents to evacuate the area Tuesday, signs…
Biden orders strikes on an Iranian-aligned group after 3 US troops injured in drone attack in Iraq
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden ordered the United States military to carry out retaliatory airstrikes against Iranian-backed militia groups after three U.S. service members…
On the weekend before Christmas, ‘Aquaman’ sequel drifts to first
The Associated Press “Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom” led a crowd of new releases at the box office on the weekend before Christmas Monday. The…
Recent Deaths 12/26/23
Rosalie S. “Rosie” Odier, 83, died Dec. 22, 2023. Wilda Kay Hollingsworth, 87, of Rimersburg, formerly of Winter Haven, FL, died Dec. 22, 2023. Mary…
Pet of the Day 12/25/23
Alexander is such a sweet boy. He is very playful and gets along well with other cats. He can be nervous at first, but offer…
Salted Caramel Macchiato Iced Coffee
Salted Caramel Macchiato Iced Coffee 1/2 cup Eight O’Clock Caramel Macchiato Coffee, chilled 1 cup milk 1/2 cup ice squeezable caramel sauce 1 pinch sea…
Local Salvation Army exceeds holiday goal
By MICHELLE INCIARRANO Contributing writer Strategically placed volunteers have rung in great tidings for Venango County’s Salvation Army, as the nonprofit has surpassed this year’s…
Next phase of work on 100 Seneca project will start next month
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer Construction will begin in January on the next phase of the renovations at 100 Seneca in Oil City. That was…
Israel, Hamas measures get a look as most US state legislatures meet for first time since Oct. 7
The Associated Press Most U.S. state legislatures will reconvene in January for the first time since Hamas’ Oct. 7 attack on Israel sparked a war…
Rudolph hits Pickens for 2 touchdowns, Steelers end skid with win over Bengals
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Mason Rudolph isn’t afraid to admit his mind would drift toward the future as the seasons passed and he remained at the…
Senators end 6-game losing streak with 5-4 OT win over Penguins
The Associated Press Tim Stutzle scored 70 seconds into overtime and the Ottawa Senators snapped a six-game losing streak with a 5-4 win over the…
Looking Ahead to 2024
As the year draws to a close, I’d like to thank everyone who has taken the time to stop in at Divani in Foxburg for…
OC native promoted to colonel in U.S. Army
From staff reports Stacey E. Harring, an Oil City native and current resident of Madison, Alabama, was promoted to the rank of colonel in the…
Flu and COVID infections are rising and could get worse over the holidays, CDC says
NEW YORK (AP) — Look for flu and COVID-19 infections to ramp up in the coming weeks, U.S. health officials say, with increases fueled by…
Supreme Court rejects prosecutor’s push to fast-track ruling in Trump election subversion case
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court said Friday it will not immediately take up a plea by special counsel Jack Smith to rule on whether…
Review: Clooney’s ‘Boys in the Boat’ is an underdog saga that’s both stirring and a tad stodgy
The Associated Press Director George Clooney both begins and ends “The Boys in the Boat ” on a sun-dappled lake. It’s a seductive sight, calm and soothing,…
Recent Deaths 12/23/23
Geraldine “Jo” Eleanor Masters, 89, of Franklin, died Dec. 21, 2023. Ethel L. Eckelberger, 84, of Emlenton, died Dec. 20, 2023. For complete obituaries,…
Pet of the Day 12/22/23
Who doesn’t love bread? Meet Biscuit, the lovely and young mixed breed. At just over 50 pounds and only one year old, this sweet little…
Cocoa Smiley Face Waffle
Cocoa Smiley Face Waffle 2 Cocoa PEBBLES waffles 1 cup Cocoa PEBBLES cereal 1 container whipped cream chocolate chips (optional) chocolate sprinkles (optional) strawberries (optional)…
Pet of the Day 12/21/23
Sweet Nutmeg came to us just before thanksgiving, and is looking for a family to call her own! Nutmeg is only one year old, and…
Strawberry Oatmeal Smoothie
(Family Features) Giving your mornings a delicious boost doesn’t have to be a chore. In fact, it can be just as easy as it is…
PennDOT seeks applicants for internships, summer jobs
From staff reports The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation is accepting applications for its paid internship and summer employment program in the northwest region. PennDOT District…
Pitt-Titusville manufacturing center receives 2 grants
From staff reports The Manufacturing Assistance Center at the University of Pittsburgh at Titusville’s Education and Training Hub has received two grants that will provide…
Ready, set, travel: The holiday rush to the airports and highways is underway
The Associated Press It’s beginning to look a lot like a hectic holiday travel season, but it might go relatively smoothly if the weather cooperates….
Review: A transformed Zac Efron gives his all in tragic, true-life wrestling tale ‘Iron Claw’
The Associated Press It doesn’t take long to understand the level of commitment Zac Efron brings to “The Iron Claw” as Texas wrestling brother Kevin…
Recent Deaths 12/21/23
Dorothy L. Carlson, 91, died Dec. 15, 2023. Barbara Jean Rennekamp, 87, died Dec. 18, 2023. Steven Winston Churchill, 65, of Franklin, died Dec. 19,…
Pet of the Day 12/20/23
Gorgeous Alaska came to us as a stray, so we do not have any history for her. Now that she is spayed, microchipped, and vaccinated,…
Roasted Cauliflower and Potato Spinach Salad
(Family Features) If you’re among those looking to set goals and wellness intentions for the new year, it’s important to equip yourself with the right…