Oil Heritage Festival starts Thursday
By SYDNEY HERDLE Staff writer The 39th annual Oil Heritage Festival will kick off Thursday and last until Sunday, July 23. Although the festival itself…
Eels from overturned truck slime cars on Oregon highway
DEPOE BAY, Ore. (AP) — A truck hauling eels overturned on an Oregon highway, turning the coastal road into a slimy mess. Oregon State Police…
State System board approves 3.5 percent tuition increase
From staff reports The Board of Governors of Pennsylvania’s State System of Higher Education has approved a 3.5 percent increase in tuition for the 2017-18…
Support group will use art to address violence
From staff reports The PPC Violence Free Network of Family Service and Children’s Aid Society is starting a community support group for survivors of domestic…
AP source: Man killed 4 after feeling cheated in drug deals
DOYLESTOWN, Pa. (AP) — A drug dealer has confessed to killing four young Pennsylvania men after he felt cheated or threatened during three drug transactions…
Beyonce introduces newborn twins Sir Carter and Rumi
The Associated Press Beyonce has finally debuted her twins a month after they were born. The singer posted a picture of herself holding the babies on…
Recent Deaths 7/14/17
Carol Ann Brown Kilgore, 66, of Franklin, died July 11, 2017. Donna K. Rodgers, 60, of Franklin, died July 11, 2017. Kathleen B. Fox, 95,…
Horses for Healing camp set July 26
From staff reports The Visiting Nurses Association of Venango County has teamed up with the Venango Area Riding for the Handicapped Association for its annual…
Cranberry Twp. accident
Man trapped in ATM slips notes to customers begging for help
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas (AP) — A Texas man who became trapped inside an ATM slipped notes to customers via the receipt slot pleading for them…
6 ways to make more time for family
Time is at a premium for today’s families. Many households are dual-income, and children may engage in one or more extracurricular activities after school. The…
Pet of the day 7/13/17
Name: Cheese Puff Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 3 months Gender: Female Size: Small Color: Orange Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Cheese Puff can be found…
Pasta with sauteed kale and toasted bread crumbs
Serves 6 Start to finish: 25 minutes 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil, divided, plus extra for drizzling 1 cup coarse fresh breadcrumbs Kosher salt and…
Police investigating golf course incidents
From staff reports Franklin state police are searching for information on incidents that caused thousands of dollars of damages to two local golf courses on…
Northwest Commission honors former co-worker with huge clothing drive
From staff reports Staff members with the Northwest Regional Planning and Development Commission in Oil City wanted to do something to honor co-worker Barb Yard,…
Human remains found in search for missing men, 1 victim ID’d
NEW HOPE, Pa. (AP) — Investigators found the body of one of four missing young men along with other human remains buried on a Pennsylvania…
Crosby ‘didn’t hear’ concussion controversy during playoffs
COLE HARBOR, Nova Scotia (AP) — Sidney Crosby said Wednesday he did not pay attention to those questioning whether he should continue playing hockey after…
‘This is Us,’ ‘The Crown’ vie for Emmy nods; no ‘Thrones’
LOS ANGELES (AP) — With “Game of Thrones” off the Emmy battlefield this time around, the likely beneficiaries will be streaming dramas and, in a…
Recent Deaths 7/13/17
Gloria Gay Ekis Hillard, 77, of Vowinckel, died July 9, 2017. Marjorie L. Shreffler, 96, of Franklin, died July 9, 2017. Gary L. “Gig” Baker, 52, of…
Titusville Senior Center announces schedule
From staff reports The Titusville Senior Center announces this week’s schedule of events. The center is open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Lunch is…
Entries still being accepted for Oil Heritage parade
From staff reports Applications are still being accepted for the 39th annual Oil Heritage Festival parade. Returning again this year will be clowns, fire trucks,…
Cooperstown Borough fraud
Oakland Twp. criminal mischief
Soapbox derby winners announced
From staff reports The results are in for Venango Fatherhood Initiative’s 15th annual Soapbox Derby. Anthony Rosario-Adams, program director at Venango Fatherhood Initiative, said “After weathering…
Pet of the day 7/12/17
Name: Cinnamon Breed: Terrier, American Staffordshire Mix Age: 1 year Gender: Female Size: Medium Color: Red/ White Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Cinnamon can be found…
Lentil and salmon salad with smoky mustard dressing
Servings: 6 Start to finish: 10 minutes 2 1/2 cups cooked lentils 2 medium tomatoes, chopped (about 1 1/2 cups) 1 medium cucumber, seeded and…
Caretaker accused of taking $16,000 from woman
By SAXON DAUGHERTY Staff writer An Oil City woman is facing 292 theft-related counts after she allegedly stole more than $16,000 from a woman for…
Hasson Park work forcing road closures
By SAXON DAUGHERTY Staff writer A handful of road closures will take effect today on Oil City’s North Side as work begins on a culvert…
Scientists: Massive iceberg has broken off in Antarctica
LONDON (AP) — A vast iceberg with twice the volume of Lake Erie has broken off from a key floating ice shelf in Antarctica, scientists…
Penguins hire Mark Recchi as an assistant coach
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Penguins didn’t look very far for assistant coach Rick Tocchet’s replacement after he left to take the head coaching job…
Ariana Grande to become Manchester honorary citizen
LONDON (AP) — Manchester officials say they are making U.S. pop singer Ariana Grande an honorary citizen of the city because of her response to…
Recent Deaths 7/12/17
Edna L. (Wade) Usoff, 87, of Franklin, died July 10, 2017. Nora Mae “Mimi” Wright, 91, died June 30, 2017. Michael Paul Lewis, 21, of…
Oil City Fraud
Elk Twp. DUI
Pet of the day 7/11/17
Name: Brady Breed: Domestic Short Hair Color: White & Black Gender: Male Size: Medium Age: 8-10 weeks House-trained: Yes Brady can be found at Precious…
Clam, tomato and bacon stew with grilled garlic bread
Start to finish: 1 hour Servings: 6 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1 cup chopped Canadian bacon 1 cup sliced white part of scallions and…
Oil Region Ballet goes to New York City
Amid the blare of horns and the sea of hot faces on the congested streets of New York City, a coach bus pulled up in…
A little surprised
Relying on one’s eyes only in the woods could lead to the failure to observe some of nature’s neatest surprises. While walking beside the neighbor’s…
Winners announced for St. Joseph July 4 celebration
LUCINDA – Winners have been announced for the St. Joseph Fourth of July celebration in Lucinda. Charles Ziminski of Oil City won the drawing for…
Afghan-American female pilot seeks to inspire young women
KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) — An Afghan-American female pilot on a solo flight around the world seeking to inspire young women across the globe has taken…
Judge tops Sano for HR Derby title
MIAMI (AP) – Aaron Judge dominated the All-Star Home Run Derby in the same manner he has smashed his way through his rookie season. The…
Kermit the Frog finding a new voice after actor switch
NEW YORK (AP) — Kermit the Frog is getting a new voice. ABC News and The Hollywood Reporter report that Steve Whitmire has left his role as the…
Recent Deaths 7/11/17
Frederick “Skin” Montgomery, 92, of Sligo, passed away Sunday, July 9, 2017. Marjorie L. Wells, 80, of Oak Ridge, went to be with the Lord…
Sandycreek Twp. fraud
Oil City burglary
Cranberry Twp. accident
Pet of the day 7/10/17
Name: Tilly Breed: Setter Mix Age: 8 months House-trained: Yes Crate trained: Yes Spayed and up to date on shots: Yes Tilly can be found…
Oyster Po’ boy sandwiches
Servings: 4 Start to finish: 45 minutes 3 cups cornmeal 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, plus more as needed 1 teaspoon…
VA Opens Mental Health to OTH Veterans
Effective Wednesday, July 5, veterans with other-than-honorable (OTH) administrative discharges may receive care for mental health emergencies for up to 90 days, which can include…
Deep Hollow bridge work starts today
PennDOT will begin work today on the bridge that carries Deep Hollow Road over Two Mile Run in Cranberry Township. The bridge is located on…