Department of Defense releases new retention policy
On Thursday, the Department of Defense (DOD) released a new policy memo on retention of nondeployable service members. The policy comes as DOD reports approximately 286,000…
Pet of the day 2/19/18
Name: Moose Breed: Alaskan Malamute/ Siberian Husky Age: 2 years Gender: Male Size: Large Color: Sable Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption Price: $100.00 Moose can…
Orange Whole-Wheat Waffles with Yogurt and Fresh Berries
Makes about 6 5- to 6-inch waffles Serves 4 to 6 Orange Whole-Wheat Waffles 21/4 cups white whole-wheat flour 3 tablespoons sugar 2 teaspoons baking…
PennDOT, state police raise awareness of highway safety laws
HARRISBURG – Two state agencies are issuing reminders of some lesser-known highway safety laws during Highway Safety Law Awareness week which runs through Sunday, Feb….
The Latest: Couple says suspect told them he was sorry
PARKLAND, Fla. (AP) — The Latest on the deadly Florida high school shooting (all times local): 7:50 a.m. The couple who took in the Florida…
Bucs’ Harrison focused on winning, not what team he’s on
BRADENTON, Fla. (AP) – Josh Harrison is still with the Pittsburgh Pirates, and his feelings aren’t much different than they were a month ago. Harrison…
Fergie’s NBA All-Star Game national anthem confuses, amuses
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Fergie tried something different with her national anthem at the NBA All-Star Game, and not everybody was cheering. The Black Eyed…
Recent Deaths 2/19/18
Anna Grace Harbaugh, 93, of Franklin, passed away at 2 p.m. Saturday Feb. 17, 2018. Paul E. Switzer, 86, of Sligo, passed away Friday, Feb….
Venango overdose deaths dropped drastically in 2017
By MARISSA DECHANT – Staff writer Overdose deaths decreased by more than 50 percent in Venango County in 2017. Coroner Christina Rugh reported six overdose…
Behavioral classes a learning experience for inmates
By JIM MEYER – Staff Writer At one time, Venango County relied on the state probation board to administer cognitive behavioral classes to inmates. Now,…
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Plumer stepping down from substance abuse post
By MARISSA DECHANT – Staff writer Venango County substance abuse director Marie Plumer will be leaving her position to take on the role as executive…
Facebook forges ahead with kids app despite expert criticism
NEW YORK (AP) — Facebook is forging ahead with its messaging app for kids, despite child experts who have pressed the company to shut it down and…
Commercial plane crashes in southern Iran, killing 66 people
TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — An Iranian commercial plane crashed on Sunday in a foggy, mountainous region of southern Iran, killing all 66 people on board,…
Maatta’s third-period goal leads Penguins past Maple Leafs
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Olli Maatta has played five seasons with Evgeni Malkin and he’s not sure he’s ever seen his teammate play as well as…
Oil Region Ballet to perform ‘The Tale of Aladdin and the Magical Lamp’
The Oil Region Ballet has spent a year preparing for its production of “The Tale of Aladdin and the Magical Lamp.” The ballet’s adaptation of…
Man charged in theft of $17,000 from vehicle; 2nd suspect has died
From staff reports A Seneca man is facing charges for allegedly taking part in the theft of $17,000 in cash last year from an impounded…
‘Black Panther’ scores mighty $25.2 million debut
LOS ANGELES (AP) — “Black Panther” is well on its way to a record-making weekend at the North American box office. The Walt Disney Co….
Magnitude-7.2 earthquake slams south, central Mexico
MEXICO CITY (AP) — A powerful magnitude-7.2 earthquake shook south and central Mexico Friday, causing people to flee swaying buildings and office towers in the…
Shifting gears: NASCAR’s young look on display for Daytona
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Never before has one race displayed NASCAR’s rapidly changing look more than this year’s Daytona 500. Three drivers under age…
Recent Deaths 2/17/18
V. Pauline (Kenemuth) Reichard, 92, of Fraser, Michigan, formerly of the Kossuth area, died Thursday, Feb. 15, 2018. L. Jean Greenlee, 90, of Sandy Lake, died Thursday,…
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Think spring … fundraisers
Area animal rescues are gearing up for several spring fundraisers. Painting for PAWS Clarion P.A.W.S. and Bill’s Barn Cats will host a painting fundraiser from…
Pet of the day 2/16/18
Waverly is a one and a half year old female. She was tearfully surrendered to the rescue due to a move that didn’t allow cats….
Luxurious lettuce salad
Servings: 2 Start to finish: 10 minutes 1 head Boston or Butter lettuce, washed and dried Fleur de Sel (a few pinches) Best quality extra-virgin…
Pedestrian dies after being hit by vehicle in Titusville
From staff reports A Titusville woman died early Wednesday evening after she was struck by a vehicle at the intersection of Main and Monroe streets….
Oil Country Bluegrass Festival is Feb. 23-25
From staff reports The time slots are filling up for the 11th annual Oil Country Bluegrass Festival. Court Appointed Special Advocates of Venango County and…
Aston-Reese lifts Pens past Kings for 10th home win a row
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pittsburgh Penguins’ rookie forward Zach Aston-Reese didn’t know he scored the eventual game-winning goal until he was on the bench. Aston-Reese broke…
Franklin Regional schools closed after potential threat
MURRYSVILLE, Pa. (AP) — Officials have closed a western Pennsylvania school district that is no stranger to violence after learning of a potential threat. The…
Amazon: ‘Transparent’ star Jeffrey Tambor out of series
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Amazon Studios says “Transparent” star Jeffrey Tambor won’t be on the series when it returns for its fifth season, prompting the…
Recent Deaths 2/16/18
Sara Elizabeth “Sally” Detar, 92, of Falls Creek, formerly of Pittsburgh and Lamartine, died Feb. 14, 2018. Charlotte B. Schettler, 96, formerly of Oil City, died…
3 Franklin students qualify for National Academic Games
From staff reports Three Franklin Area School District students, Trevor Wood, Carlito Motter and Kaizer Kadylak, qualified for the National Academic Games Tournament with wins…
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Legal medical marijuana sales begin in Butler
The Associated Press The first legal medical marijuana sales under a 2-year-old state law began Thursday at a dispensary in western Pennsylvania, with the first…
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 suggested donation…
Safety measures for teen drivers
Young adults gain independence through a series of milestones throughout their youth. But few such milestones are more anxiously anticipated than the day when teenagers…
Pet of the day 2/15/18
Name: Gypsy Rose Breed: Schnauzer, Giant/ Poodle, Miniature Age: 9 years Gender: Female Size: Medium Color: Silver/ White Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption Price: $100.00…
Cod with zucchini and pomegranate
Servings: 4 Start to finish: 25 minutes 1 1/2 pounds cod, or other mild white fish, cut into 4 portions, or kept in one large…
Man accused of providing false claim in crash waives hearing
By MARISSA DECHANT Staff writer A Titusville man accused of providing false information in a vehicle insurance case waived his preliminary hearing Wednesday in Venango…
Veterans Club helps man mark 100th birthday
Stanley Fedorek was presented with valentines and birthday gifts Wednesday at the Oakwood Heights facility in Oil City by the Venango College Veterans Club. Fedorek…
Florida teen charged with 17 murders after school shooting
PARKLAND, Fla. (AP) — An orphaned 19-year-old with a troubled past and his own AR-15 rifle was charged with 17 counts of premeditated murder Thursday…
Wallace and Gromit creator goes prehistoric with ‘Early Man’
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The kooky caveman characters that come to life in “Early Man ” have been kicking around in Nick Park’s imagination for decades….
Recent Deaths 2/15/18
Pastor W. Craig Smith, 79, of Kane, died Feb. 12, 2018. Jane E. Young (Brown) 85, of Sun City, California, formerly of Oil City, died…
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Pet of the day 2/14/18
Name: Raven Breed: Domestic Short Hair Gender: Female Size: Medium Color: Black Age: 1 year House-trained: Yes Raven can be found at Precious Paws Animal…
Steamed Mussels in Lemongrass and Basil
Serves 4 as an appetizer or snack 1/2 cup Basic Chicken Stock (see below) 2 tablespoons minced lemongrass 6 kaffir lime leaves, torn or cut…
2 priests in Erie Diocese relieved of duties
From staff reports Two priests in the Erie Catholic Diocese have been relieved of their duties and are prohibited from having any contact with minors,…