All-region soccer teams released
From staff reports Ten area athletes were honored when the District 10 all-region soccer teams were released Sunday. On the boys side, Franklin and Oil…
Grinch steals Santa suit, hat from back room at mall
BUTLER (AP) — Police say someone on the naughty list stole a Santa suit and hat valued together at $520 from a Pennsylvania mall. State…
Facebook launches parent-controlled Messenger app for kids
NEW YORK (AP) — Facebook is coming for your kids. The social media giant is launching a messaging app for children to chat with their…
Brown, Green bring gracefulness to edgy rivalry
CINCINNATI (AP) — A.J. Green’s tiptoe catch along the sideline was so remarkable that his former offensive coordinator couldn’t believe he’d done it. Browns coach…
‘Coco’ tops box office for second straight week with $26.1M
NEW YORK (AP) — In a sleepy post-Thanksgiving weekend at the box office, Pixar’s “Coco” remained the top film for the second straight week while…
Recent Deaths 12/4/17
Helen L. Prenatt, 83, of Oil City, died Dec. 1, 2017. Mary J. Tharp, 87, of Franklin, died Dec. 1, 2017. Phyllis M. McDonough, 90,…
Program on Coal Oil Johnny slated Dec. 12
From staff reports A public celebration of the 174th birthday of John Washington Steele, who is better known as Coal Oil Johnny, will be held…
Opossum breaks into liquor store and gets drunk as a skunk
FORT WALTON BEACH, Fla. (AP) — An opossum that apparently drank bourbon after breaking into a Florida liquor store sobered up at a wildlife rescue…
UPMC Northwest ‘an easy sell’
By JUDITH O. ETZEL – Staff writer As the Oil Valley struggles to ramp up its economy, swell its workforce and entice new employers to…
6.0 earthquake strikes off coast of Ecuador
QUITO, Ecuador (AP) — A magnitude 6.0 earthquake has struck off the coast of Ecuador in the same area where a deadly tremor left hundreds…
‘The Shape of Water’ is a monster movie that’s beautiful, pure of heart
Guillermo del Toro’s creature feature “The Shape of Water,” a grotesquely gorgeous fairy tale, just might be the most epically romantic monster movie ever. Del…
Crosby, Malkin help Penguins sink slumping Sabres, 5-1
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The two-time defending champion Pittsburgh Penguins are starting to build momentum after an uneven start to the season. That hasn’t been the…
Bridge Builders partners with Cranberry School District
From Staff Reports Bridge Builders Community Foundations, the community foundation serving Clarion, Forest, and Venango counties and the Punxsutawney area, has formed a partnership with…
Christmas Past underway in OC
Christin Coon (right) of the PPC Violence Free Network helped with kids crafts Friday night inside Christ Episcopal Church in Oil City as Corbin Rock…
Senate OKs tax bill as Trump, GOP near big legislative win
WASHINGTON (AP) — Republicans pushed a nearly $1.5 trillion tax bill through the Senate early Saturday after a burst of eleventh-hour horse trading, as a…
Jarry makes 34 saves for 1st shutout, Pens beat Sabres 4-0
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — After keeping the puck out of the net for three periods, Tristan Jarry tucked it in his bag for a keepsake….
Bali volcano grounds ‘Stranger Things’ star
KARANGASEM, Indonesia (AP) — “Stranger Things” star Millie Bobby Brown is stuck on Bali by a weeklong volcanic eruption, but the teenager isn’t complaining. The…
Recent Deaths 12/2/17
Arnel Edmund Jackson, 97, of Audubon, New Jersey, died Nov 25, 2017. Norman L. Plummer, 71, of Franklin, died Dec 1, 2017. Valeria Eileen Yingling, 96,…
Cherrytree Assault
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Hit and Run Crash
Sugarcreek Burglary
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Who, who is hurting?
Both wildlife rehabilitation centers in the region are treating sick or injured owls and several animal rescues and shelters have adoptable animals. Took a slight…
Pet of the day 12/1/17
Tony is an adorable male kitten. He purrs like crazy and loves being petted. He is negative for fiv and leukemia. He is current on…
Z’paghetti Marinara with Shrimp
Makes 2 servings 28 ounces (about 4 medium) zucchini 8 ounces (about 16) raw large shrimp, peeled, tails removed and deveined 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning…
Body of Titusville teacher found in Forest County
From staff reports The death of a Youngsville woman whose body was found Wednesday night in Forest County has been ruled a suicide. Jessica Salapek,…
Choir performs at OC tree lighting
The Venango Youth Choir sang Christmas songs Thursday evening to entertain those who gathered for the lighting of the Oil City Christmas tree in Town…
Colleges review honors amid sexual misconduct allegations
The Associated Press The wave of sexual allegations from Hollywood to Washington has left many U.S. colleges weighing whether to revoke honorary degrees and other…
Steelers searching to cure Big Play Blues
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Heading into December, the numbers are gaudy. Second in sacks. Third against the pass. Fourth in total yards allowed. Fourth in points…
Deck the TV schedule with Rudolph, Stefani and ‘Love’
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Welcome back, Donner and Blitzen! And thanks for bringing along Gwen Stefani, Tariji P. Henson and “Love Actually” to a holiday…
Recent Deaths 12/1/17
James Leroy Bigley, 85, of Shippenville, died Nov. 30, 2017. David J. Maloney, 74, of Seneca, died Nov. 30, 2017. Jessica L. Salapek, 34, of Warren,…
Rouseville Borough theft
Oil City man reported missing
Gifting ideas for budget-conscious families
The holiday season is a magical time of year when many people celebrate their faith and express their love and appreciation for their families. Such…
Pet of the day 11/30/17
Name: Buddy Breed: Terrier, Pit Bull Mix Age: 1 year Gender: Male Size: Medium Color: White/ Black Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Buddy can be found…
Sauteed broccoli
Servings: 4 Start to finish: 10 minutes 1 pound broccoli, cut into slim florets 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 1/2 teaspoons…
Woman accused of burning child’s hands held for court
By MARISSA DECHANT Staff writer An Oil City woman accused of burning her 4-year-old child’s hands with cigarettes in July was held for court Wednesday….
Neighborhood association honors OC police department
By JIM MEYER Staff Writer The Oil City Police Department was honored Tuesday by the South Side Neighborhood Association at the group’s annual Good Neighbor…
Officials: Man threatened to kill US Rep over net neutrality
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (AP) — Authorities say they’ve arrested and charged a man for threatening to kill a U.S. congressman and his family from upstate New…
Lights, Camera, Action! Steelers red-hot in prime-time
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Maybe it’s Ramon Foster’s pep talk in the tunnel before the Pittsburgh Steelers head out onto the field. Sure, let’s go with…
Belongings of Boston singer Brad Delp for auction
BOSTON (AP) — Fans of the rock band Boston can get more than a feeling at an upcoming auction — they can get their hands…
Recent Deaths 11/30/17
David A. Harkless, 65, of Oil City, died Nov. 29, 2017. Gary W. Anderson, 79, of Clarion, died Nov. 28, 2017. Richard K. “Dick” Patterson Sr.,…
Senior center sets schedule
From staff reports The Titusville Senior Center is open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Lunch is served at noon for a suggested donation of…
Pet of the day 11/29/17
Name: Freckles Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 7 months Gender: Male Size: Small Color: Orange/ White Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption Price: $40.00 Freckles can…
Winter green salad with cranberries and goat cheese
Servings: 4 Start to finish: 20 minutes SHERRY-MUSTARD DRESSING 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons sherry vinegar 1 teaspoon smooth or coarse Dijon mustard…
New estimates of abandoned wells less dire but still daunting
(Editor’s note: This story was written by Laura Legere of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette and made available for use in other newspapers by The Associated Press.)…
PennDOT to post weight restriction on Pleasantville street
From staff reports A permanent, year-round, 10-ton weight restriction will be posted on the entire length of Merrick Street in Pleasantville Borough, Venango County, according…
N. Korea fires ICBM it says is ‘significantly more’ powerful
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — After 2 ½ months of relative quiet, North Korea launched its most powerful weapon yet early Wednesday, claiming a new…
Artifacts from King Tut’s tomb set for international tour
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Artifacts from King Tut’s tomb are going on tour next year to mark the upcoming 100th anniversary of the discovery of…
Recent Deaths 11/29/17
Robert R. “Bob” Harvanek, 82, formerly of Cranberry, died Nov. 28, 2017. Michael A. Davis, 67, of 13 Hiland Ave., Oil City, died Nov. 28,…