Bushcrickets and meadowhawks
One never truly realizes the wealth of insects this region has to offer until they go to track down a positive identity for one. Thus…
Pet of the day 10/17/17
Polly is a 2 year old, female, GSD mix that was surrendered to the rescue center by owners. Polly is reportedly good with dogs, cats…
Jefferson Co. medical marijuana grower gets green light
HARRISBURG (AP) — A licensed grower and processor of medical marijuana in western Pennsylvania is the first with state approval to begin operating. Democratic Gov….
Roasted cauliflower with a sesame drizzle
Start to finish: 30 to 35 minutes Serves 4 1 large (1 3/4 pound) head cauliflower (or substitute the same amount of broccoli heads) 2…
OC man accused of sexually assaulting girl, 14
By MARISSA DECHANT Staff writer An Oil City man is facing charges for allegedly sexually assaulting a 14-year-old girl in March. A criminal complaint filed…
Franklin marching band to hold concert
From staff reports The Franklin High School Black Knight Marching Band, under the direction of Steve Johnston, will present its annual concert, “Stadium Echoes,” at…
Beaver Co. third to sue over opioid issue
BEAVER (AP) — Beaver County has become the third in the state to sue pharmaceutical companies for allegedly contributing to an opioid addiction crisis that…
Steelers Bryant downplays reported trade demand
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Yes, Martavis Bryant wants a trade. To the Golden State Warriors. Otherwise, the Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver insists he’s just fine even…
Netflix sinking deeper into debt to fuel subscriber growth
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Netflix is sinking deeper into debt in its relentless pursuit of more viewers, leaving the company little margin for error as…
Recent Deaths 10/17/17
Patricia Glosser Gatesman Knoll, 76, of Zephyrhills, Florida, formerly of the Clarion and Erie areas, died Oct. 14, 2017. Robert Sidney Emhoff, 84, of New…
Franklin fleeing and eluding
Pet of the day 10/16/17
Name: Tipsy Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 5 months Gender: Male Size: Small Color: Black/ White Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption Price: $50.00 Tipsy can…
Man builds 2-story ‘Star Wars’ vehicle replica for Halloween
PARMA, Ohio (AP) — A two-story, “Star Wars”-inspired Halloween yard display in Ohio should be enough to make any trick-or-treating Darth Vader proud. Nick Meyer…
Ginger tea
Start to finish: 25 minutes (10 hands-on) Servings: 4 4 ounces fresh gingerroot 1 1/2 tablespoons honey, divided, or to taste 4 lemon wedges Rinse…
VA’s implementation of Kingdomware
On Oct. 10, The House Veterans’ Affairs Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations held a roundtable to discuss the VA’s implementation of the June 16, 2016,…
Newest downtown Oil City mural unveiled
1 missing, after oil rig explodes on Louisiana lake
KENNER, La. (AP) — An oil rig explosion on a lake north of New Orleans, apparently caused when cleaning chemicals ignited, injured seven people and…
Steelers survive Chiefs
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) – Le’Veon Bell ran for 179 yards and a touchdown, Antonio Brown made an acrobatic touchdown catch in the fourth quarter…
Women ID as assault, harassment victims with ‘me too’ tweets
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Thousands of women are responding to actress Alyssa Milano’s call to tweet “me too” to raise awareness of sexual harassment and…
Recent Deaths 10/16/17
Alice J. Miller, 88, of Seneca, died Saturday morning, Oct. 14, 2017. Linda Richardson, of Clarion, passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, Oct….
American Idol’ finalist Yamin will be in concert at Allegheny College
MEADVILLE — Fans who first heard Elliott Yamin sing on “American Idol” will have the chance to see him on stage at Allegheny College. Yamin…
Checks stolen from residence mailbox
2 face insurance fraud charges
By MARISSA DECHANT – Staff writer Two people are facing fraud charges after allegedly providing false information about a vehicle accident in order to claim…
Wildfires now up to 100 miles wide as death toll reaches 40
SONOMA, Calif. (AP) — They fled in fear nearly a week ago. Now they’re ready to go back. While wildfires are still burning powerfully in…
Motion Picture Academy expels movie mogul Harvey Weinstein
LOS ANGELES (AP) — In a move virtually unprecedented, disgraced movie mogul Harvey Weinstein’s membership in the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences was…
Crosby scores twice, leads Penguins past Panthers 4-3
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Penguins captain Sidney Crosby was hoping for a pass on the ice from Kris Letang. Instead, the defenseman lifted a saucer pass…
Gallery to feature works of plein air pastel artist
FOXBURG — Art lovers will be able to view the plein air pastels of Pittsburgh artist Diane Grguras until Sunday, Nov. 12, at the Red…
Sugarcreek Council will get first look at budget
By WILLIAM STEVENS – Staff writer Sugarcreek Borough Council members will get their first look at the borough’s proposed 2018 budget during Wednesday’s council meeting….
Facebook takes on food delivery, challenges Uber and others
NEW YORK (AP) — Several online services already offer food delivery, but that doesn’t mean Facebook won’t jump on board anyway. The social-media giant says…
‘Happy Death Day’ is a smart take on horror genre
“Happy Death Day,” the story of a woman who’s caught in an endless loop of her own death, follows in the footsteps of “Get Out”…
Stenhouse trying to give Ford a season sweep at plate races
TALLADEGA, Ala. (AP) — Ricky Stenhouse Jr. was all over the scoreboard at Charlotte Motor Speedway. His Roush-Fenway Racing team worked all day to salvage…
Recent Deaths 10/14/17
Merle E. Vogus, 96, died Thursday, Oct. 12, 2017. Laverne J. Lewis, 68, of Shippenville, died Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2017. DuWayne E. Miller, 85, of Clarion, died Thursday,…
It’s time to scare up some love
Heavenly Strays has planned a kitty bowl adoption event and other rescues have planned Halloween themed events and fundraisers. The Purr-fect event Heavenly Strays will…
Pet of the day 10/13/17
Mario is a 2 year old male Chihuahua that was surrendered to the rescue center. Mario is new to the rescue so for more information…
Cheddar and cayenne cheese straws
Servings: 20 servings (3 per serving) Start to finish: 2 hours, 45 minutes (Active: 15 minutes) 2 sticks unsalted butter, softened 1 pound extra-sharp cheddar…
Fundraiser for the Hasson Heights Elementary School Playground with the Harlem Wizards
The Hasson Heights Playground Committee proudly presents the Harlem Wizards vs. Hasson Hornets. The Oil City teachers, staff and community members are teaming up to…
Financial aid night set Oct. 19 at OCHS
The Oil City High School guidance department has scheduled a financial aid night at 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 19. Marian Hargrave, a regional representative for…
Trump to issue stop-payment order on health care subsidies
WASHINGTON (AP) — In a brash move likely to roil insurance markets, President Donald Trump will “immediately” halt payments to insurers under the Obama-era health…
Lightning strike Pens
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) – Steven Stamkos scored his first goal since having right knee surgery last November and the Tampa Bay Lightning beat the Pittsburgh…
Linkin Park releases ‘Carpool Karaoke’ with late Bennington
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Linkin Park has released the episode of “Carpool Karaoke” the band filmed in July, six days before lead singer Chester Bennington…
Recent Deaths 10/13/17
Sally Preston, formerly of Oil City, died Thursday, Oct. 12, 2017. Barbara J. Wiegel, 86, of Franklin, passed away at her residence at 5:52 a.m….
Rockland Twp. accident
Preserve carved pumpkins in various ways
Jack-o’-lanterns and other carved pumpkin designs are frequently the centerpieces of Halloween festivities. The twinkling lights and orange glow of jack-o’-lanterns can add ambiance to…
Pet of the day 10/12/17
Name: Scooter Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 4 months Gender: Male Size: Small Color: White/ Grey Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption Price: $50.00
Ten-minute tortilla soup
Servings: 4 Start to finish: 10 minutes. 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth 4 corn tortillas (about 5-inch diameter), cut into quarters 1/2 cup prepared mild…
State AG sues Trump over birth control rules; Planned Parenthood official angry
Pennsylvania Attorney General Josh Shapiro on Wednesday sued President Trump and the Trump Administration for issuing new rules that Shapiro says allow virtually any company…
Domestic Violence Awareness Month
House set to pass $36.5B for hurricane, wildfire relief
WASHINGTON (AP) — The House is on track to backing President Donald Trump’s request for billions more in disaster aid, $16 billion to pay flood…
Penguins nip Capitals, 3-2
WASHINGTON (AP) – Patric Hornqvist scored a power-play goal and assisted on another in his season debut to help the Pittsburgh Penguins beat the Washington…
Rare photos by early NASA astronauts being auctioned off
BOSTON (AP) — A Massachusetts auction house is selling vintage photographs taken by American astronauts. Skinner Auctioneers and Appraisers says “The Beauty of Space” is…