Many uses for leftover Halloween candy
Halloween is certainly known for the spooky decorations that adorn homes and for the creative costumes children put on to canvas the neighborhood. But for…
Pet of the day 11/2/17
Lily is a beautiful, all gray, young adult, female. She is friendly, current on vaccines and tested negative for fiv & leukemia. Lily can be…
Skillet-Roasted Potatoes with Mushrooms and Pancetta
Serves 4 4 ounces pancetta, cut into 1/4-inch cubes (see note) 3 tablespoons olive oil, plus more if necessary 1 pound Yukon gold potatoes, unpeeled,…
3 killed in Colorado Walmart shooting; police seek suspect
UPDATE: Police say they’ve arrested a man suspected of walking into a suburban Denver Walmart and immediately opening fire with a handgun, killing two men…
2 men wanted in other counties found in OC
From staff reports Oil City police helped apprehend two men Wednesday who were wanted in other counties. They were found at a home on Harriott…
OC police vehicles will feature autism stickers
By WILLIAM STEVENS Staff writer Earlier this year, Brandy Hinojosa spoke with Oil City Police Chief Bob Wenner about the possibility of placing autism awareness…
Under pressure, social media giants acknowledge meddling
WASHINGTON (AP) — In three exhaustive hearings this week, executives from Facebook, Twitter and Google acknowledged that their platforms were used by Russia to try…
Malkin’s goal in 3rd lifts Pens past Oilers
EDMONTON, Alberta (AP) — A game against the struggling Edmonton Oilers was what the Pittsburgh Penguins needed to get their road trip back on track….
Lego offers 1 night sleepover at its new Danish attraction
BILLUND, Denmark (AP) — Lego is having a sleepover at its newly-opened Lego House in Denmark. The Danish toy company has teamed up with Airbnb to allow…
Recent Deaths 11/2/17
Ruth Jenny Hilagarde (Johnson) Friedlund, 89, of Knox, died Oct. 30, 2017. Ambar Raelle Burdette Kifer, 40, of Williamsport, Maryland, died Oct. 30, 2017. Kami L. Dinger,…
Utica Borough theft
Cornplanter Twp. criminal mischief
Drug take-back boxes available at state police stations
From staff reports Pennsylvania State Police Troop E has made drug take-back boxes available to the public in Erie, Meadville, Franklin and Warren. Community members…
Titusville 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 11/01/17
Name: Leek Breed: German Shepherd mix Age: 6 years Gender: Male Size: Large Color: Black/ Brown Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Leek can be found at…
Eggplant and spinach Parmesan
Servings: 8 Start to finish: 1 1/2 hours 2 medium eggplants, about 1 1/2-2 pounds total 1 teaspoon granulated garlic olive oil mister (or nonstick…
Fryburg woman killed in crash
From staff reports A Fryburg woman was killed Tuesday morning in a crash in Washington Township, Clarion County. Marienville state police said Kami Dinger, 44,…
Reservations being accepted for Thanksgiving dinner deliveries
From staff reports Reservations are being accepted for the annual Thanksgiving dinner deliveries sponsored by Zion and Good Hope Lutheran churches in Oil City. Senior…
NYC attack: Investigators scour driver’s background
NEW YORK (AP) — Investigators worked through the night to determine what led a truck driver to plow down people on a riverfront bike path…
Eagles, Steelers are top 2 in the latest AP Pro32 poll
NEW YORK (AP) — The Keystone State’s NFL teams have been tough to beat. The Philadelphia Eagles (7-1) have won six games in a row…
Smokey Robinson, Jimmy Fallon set for Thanksgiving Parade
NEW YORK (AP) — Smokey Robinson, Jimmy Fallon, The Roots, Common and Andra Day will be among the stars celebrating at Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade…
Recent Deaths 11/1/17
Hortensia S. “Sam” Miller, 82, of Franklin, died Oct. 29, 2017. Ruth J. Friedlund, 89, died Oct. 30, 2017. Sherry Lee Wilson, 57, of Franklin, died Oct. 26,…
Pet of the day 10/31/17
Bridgette is a sweet and beautiful polydactyl cat. She is current on vaccines, negative for fiv and leukemia. She’ll be spayed. Bridgette can be found…
Pan-roasted Brussels sprouts with chorizo and toasted bread crumbs
Serves 6 Start to finish: 25 minutes 2 ounces Spanish chorizo sausage, diced (about 1/2 cup) 5 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided 2/3 cup…
Down came the rain … along with the leaves
A cold and rainy weekend dulled autumn’s final colors just a little bit. The weather may have even shortened the season a little by bringing…
Normal traffic patterns to be restored on Hunter Station Bridge
From staff reports Temporary traffic signals and long-term lane restrictions on the Hunter Station Bridge in Forest County are scheduled to be removed today and…
Sugarcreek police food drive nets 2 cruisers worth of items
From staff reports The Sugarcreek Borough Police Department held a food drive Saturday at the Cranberry Walmart. The department’s goal was to fill one of…
Tech companies find more signs of Russian election activity
WASHINGTON (AP) — Major tech companies plan to tell Congress Tuesday that they have found additional evidence of Russian activity on their services surrounding the…
Steelers ditching style points on way to top of AFC North
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The offense expected to light up scoreboards is instead grinding it out. The way the Pittsburgh Steelers defense is playing, it hardly…
‘House of Cards’ canceled as fallout continues for Spacey
NEW YORK (AP) — The fallout facing Kevin Spacey widened Monday following an accusation that he allegedly made sexual advances on a teen boy, with…
Recent Deaths 10/31/17
Patricia Elaine Steele, 72, died Oct. 28, 2017. Carol Ann (Zelinski) Overmoyer, 69, of Tionesta, died Oct. 27, 2017. Carl R. Morrow, 93, of Polk, died Oct. 25,…
Cherrytree Twp. accident
Salem Twp. criminal mischief
Veterans’ Compensation Cost-of-Living Adjustment Act of 2017
Last Wednesday, the Senate passed H.R. 1329, the Veterans’ Compensation Cost-of-Living Adjustment Act of 2017. This legislation would increase the rates of VA disability compensation,…
Pet of the day 10/30/17
Chips is a 9 month old, male, neutered Bull Terrier mix that was surrendered to the rescue center when owners realized he does not do…
Root Vegetable Gratin
Start to finish: 1 hour, 40 minutes (40 active) Servings: 10 to 12 1 3/4 cups whole milk 2 cups heavy cream 4 large sprigs…
Region had some noteworthy orchestras
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer As the Venango Chamber Orchestra celebrates its 25th anniversary, it follows a long tradition of enduring and well-known musical…
Severe storm leaves about 700K without power in Northeast
HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — A severe storm packing hurricane force wind gusts and soaking rain swept through the Northeast early Monday, knocking out power for…
Steelers lean on D, Smith-Schuster in 20-15 win
DETROIT (AP) — JuJu Smith-Schuster made an inside move like a veteran and used his young legs to do the rest. The rookie receiver scored…
Clooney’s ‘Suburbicon’ tanks, ‘Saw’ sequel No. 1 with $16.3M
NEW YORK (AP) — George Clooney’s “Suburbicon” notched one of the most dismal wide-release debuts in recent years on a sluggish pre-Halloween weekend where the…
Recent Deaths 10/30/17
Maurice A. Latshaw, 92, of Seneca, died Oct. 27, 2017. Carol A. (Zelinski) Overmoyer, 69, of Tionesta, died Oct. 27, 2017. Marjorie Lee “Marge” Bergin,…
The Billy Price Band at The Crawford Center
EMLENTON — The Billy Price Band and Soulful Femme will perform at 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 4, at The Crawford Center, 511 Hill St., Emlenton. …
Disorderly conduct/Harassment
2 facing charges after discovery of body at brushfire
Franklin police said they believe a Franklin woman was brutally beaten, and then her body was disposed of in a brush fire in an attempt…
Why the explosive growth of e-commerce could mean more jobs
WASHINGTON (AP) — When the robots came to online retailer Boxed, dread came, too: The familiar fear that the machines would take over, leaving a…
Teller delivers strong, thoughtful turn in vet drama
“Thank You For Your Service” may be an Iraq war film. But its most harrowing scene takes place far from the battlefield: in the sterile,…
Koivu’s third-period goal lifts Wild past Penguins 2-1
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Best known as a defensive-minded center, Mikko Koivu came up big at the other end Saturday night for the Minnesota…
The Young Americans to visit region, performances slated in Franklin, Clarion areas
From staff reports The Young Americans, a non-profit organization performing group based in southern California, is seeking area students in third through 12th grade to…
Cooperstown man accused of trying to auction stolen property
By MARISSA DECHANT – Staff writer A Cooperstown man is facing nearly 30 felony charges after he allegedly attempted to auction off $13,000 worth of…
‘Stranger Things 2’ avoids sophomore slump
THE SERIES: “Stranger Things 2” WHEN, WHERE: Streaming on Netflix WHAT IT’S ABOUT: It’s 1984, a year after the cataclysmic events rattled a small Indiana town, and everyone…