Legendary comedian Jerry Lewis knew how to laugh and cry
NEW YORK (AP) — Jerry Lewis sometimes didn’t know whether to laugh or cry. “There’s nothing more dramatic than the comedy I’ve done,” Lewis, who…
Recent Deaths 8/21/17
Wayne D. DeLoe Jr., 64, of Knox, died Aug. 18, 2017. Ruth J. Chmiel, 76, of Rocky Grove, died Aug. 19, 2017. Richard D. “Bear” Brosius, 66,…
County studying juvenile probation program
By Jim Meyer – Staff writer A research project is underway in Venango County with a goal toward improving rehabilitation services for juvenile offenders. Venango…
Jury finds OC man guilty
By Marissa Dechant – Staff writer An Oil City man was convicted of attempted criminal homicide and related charges Friday in Venango County Court. Ruben…
What’s a total solar eclipse and why this one is so unusual
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — Total solar eclipses occur every year or two or three, often in the middle of nowhere like the South Pacific…
Kyle Busch completes Bristol sweep with 20th win at track
BRISTOL, Tenn. (AP) — Erik Jones really needed to win, and Kyle Busch would have loved to celebrate the first Cup win for the kid…
No Powerball winner, jackpot swells to $650M
DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Powerball officials say there was no grand prize winner in the latest drawing, meaning one of the nation’s largest lottery…
Frazier HR, 3 hits, Pirates top Cards 6-4 to end 6-game skid
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Adam Frazier and the Pittsburgh Pirates finished off a win at PNC Park, then packed their bags for a trip — to…
Great Stoneboro Fair to run Aug. 30-Sept. 4
STONEBORO — The Great Stoneboro Fair will be held Wednesday through Monday, Aug. 30-Sept. 4, at the fairgrounds at 2381 Mercer Road, Stoneboro. The $10…
Probation office looking for man
From staff reports The Franklin office of the Pennsylvania Board of Probation and Parole is looking for a Franklin man who failed to report for…
Colorado man’s ‘spaceship’ set for solar eclipse and beyond
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (AP) — “Star Wars” arrived in theaters to inspire a budding scientist. “I always wanted to look cool in a spaceship,” said…
‘Logan Lucky’ is sure to put a smile on your face
“Logan Lucky ” is an easy movie to like, but maybe not love. In his big return to film after a four-year hiatus (or retirement, if…
Carpenter homers, Cardinals outlast Pirates 11-10
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Matt Carpenter seemed to send the St. Louis Cardinals on their way to an easy win over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Friday…
Recent Deaths 8/19/17
Deborah Ann (Winger) Voit, 60, of Oil City, died Thursday, Aug. 17, 2017. Mary Helen Senard, 98, of Clarion, died Friday, Aug. 18, 2017. George Calvin “Joe”…
Sugarcreek Borough Council nixes parking on Front Street
By WILLIAM STEVENS Staff writer Sugarcreek Borough Council on Wednesday unanimously adopted an ordinance that prevents people from parking on Front Street. The ordinance comes…
Events and adoptables
Tri-County’s IHAD celebration is right around the corner. Precious Paws has a senior dog who could use a buddy. Clarion PAWS and the Venango County…
Pet of the day 8/18/17
Name: Nectarine Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 2 years Gender: Female Size: Medium Color: Brown/ Cream Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption Price: $40.00 Nectarine can…
Pan-fried Kidneys with Bacon and Mustard
Serves 4 3/4 ounce dried porcini 14 ounces lamb’s or calf’s kidneys 13/4 ounces smoked bacon 1 tablespoon chopped thyme or rosemary leaves 1 garlic…
Experts take opioid warnings to southern Venango County
By MARISSA DECHANT Staff writer Officials familiar with the crippling opioid epidemic in the region took their message to the Wesley Grange in Harrisville on…
Rick Magee and the Roadhouse Rockers to perform OC concert
From staff reports Rick Magee and the Roadhouse Rockers will round out the Oil City Arts Council’s summer concerts in Justus Park. The band will…
Spain manhunt deepens as Barcelona insists ‘I am not afraid’
BARCELONA, Spain (AP) — Police shot and killed five people wearing fake bomb belts who staged a deadly car attack in a seaside resort in…
Fowler has 3 RBIs, Cardinals top Pirates 11-7
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Cardinals center fielder Dexter Fowler had not felt fully healthy for quite a while. But nothing was ailing him when St. Louis…
HBO regains control of hacked social media accounts
NEW YORK (AP) — HBO says it has regained control of its social media accounts after the latest security breach to hit the entertainment company….
Recent Deaths 8/18/17
Patricia A. Reitz Persing, 82, of Ft. Myers, Florida, died Aug. 16, 2017. Shetosha J. Adams, 19, of Charmichaels, formerly of Knox, died Aug. 16, 2017….
Items to improve outdoor living spaces
The popularity of outdoor living spaces has been growing for years. A 2014 study from the home remodeling and design platform Houzz found that 56…
Troy Twp. burglary
Call put out for EMT class participants
By JIM MEYER Staff writer An emergency medical technician certification class that starts in September is now open for registration through Clarion University’s Venango Campus….
Will cloud cover obscure Monday’s solar eclipse?
The Associated Press If you’re worried cloud cover will obscure or even obliterate your view of Monday’s total eclipse of the sun — or near…
Van plows into crowd in Barcelona, causes panic, injuries
BARCELONA, Spain (AP) — A white van jumped the sidewalk in Barcelona’s historic Las Ramblas district on Thursday, crashing into a summer crowd of residents…
Pet of the day 8/17/17
Letty is an adult female Terrier mix that was surrendered to the rescue. She is up to date with shots. Letty is not good with…
Summer peach clafoutis
Servings: 8 Start to finish: 85 minutes (20 minutes active) 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 3 large peaches, cut into thin slices 1 handful of fresh…
OC woman accused of having drugs at jail held for court
By MARISSA DECHANT Staff writer An Oil City woman accused of having drugs during intake processing at the Venango County jail last week was held…
United Way hits 20,000th book in Imagination Library program
By WILLIAM STEVENS Staff writer An 11-month-old Cooperstown girl has the honor of receiving the 20,000th book from the United Way of Venango County’s Imagination…
5 missing after Army helicopter crashes
HONOLULU (AP) — A multi-agency team scoured the ocean off Hawaii for five soldiers aboard an Army helicopter that went down during a nighttime training…
Pina’s homer rallies Brewers to 7-6 win over Pirates
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Home runs have been key to the Milwaukee Brewers’ production this season. The suddenly resurgent Brewers hit five more Wednesday, including Manny…
Review: ‘Hitman’s Bodyguard’ a fun, action-packed escape
The Associated Press There’s not a whole lot that’s new about “The Hitman’s Bodyguard .” Its mismatched-pals premise is the stuff of classic buddy comedies. Stars…
Recent Deaths 8/17/17
Margaret M. Kistler, 62, of Franklin, died Aug. 16, 2017. Lena F. Corso Alworth, 97, of Parker, died Aug. 15, 2017. Catherine Ann Hanna, 49, of…
Fair’s Fair: What’s in it for us?
“These kids are dedicated and smart. If these kids grow up and take over … America is going to be alright!” said Frederick Harris, a…
Cranberry Twp. DUI
Porter Twp. accident
Senior center announces schedule
From staff reports The Titusville Senior Center is open from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Lunch is served at noon for a suggested donation of $2 for…
Pet of the day 8/16/17
Linkin is a sweet cuddly little baby boy. He is current on age appropriate vaccines and tested negative for fiv and leukemia. Linkin can be…
Fava bean tabbouleh
Servings: 6 Start to finish: 15 minutes 2 cups cooked fava beans 1 1/2 cups parsley leaves (and soft stems), chopped 1/2 cup cilantro leaves…
Woman facing charges after Franklin incident
By MARISSA DECHANT Staff writer An Oil City woman is facing felony charges after allegedly stealing a dresser and assaulting two people Friday at a…
Nearly 450 attend OC Elks pool party
A group of 440 people turned out Sunday for the annual End of Summer Pool Party sponsored by the Oil City Elks Club at the…
Organizer may cancel Google rallies due to fears of violence
UPDATE PITTSBURGH (AP) — Protests planned at Google offices around the country over the firing of an employee who questioned company diversity efforts have been…
Piña, Broxton, Davies help Brewers beat Pirates 3-1
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Zach Davies anticipated exactly how the Pittsburgh Pirates played. Keon Broxton hit a pinch-hit home run, Manny Piña drove in two runs,…
From Asimov to Mann, ‘robophobia’ plagues humans
CINCINNATI (AP) — Robots are secretly plotting to kill us. Or enslave us. Or, at best, they will take our jobs, one by one. From…
Recent Deaths 8/16/17
Betty J. Geer, 86, of Venus, died Aug. 15, 2017. Lena F. Corso Alworth, 97, of Parker, died Aug. 15, 2017. Leroy David Fleming, 67, of Concord,…
Garden battles and drunk bees?
While some hummingbirds fight over the feeder, the Mexican sunflowers, or tithonia, are quite popular with the bees and butterflies. In fact, several bothersome bumblebees…