Court papers outline case against woman accused in PTO theft
By MARISSA DECHANT – Staff writer More details have emerged in court documents that spell out the case against a Franklin woman accused of embezzling…
‘Battle of the Sexes’ serves up a too-timely story
Can an inspirational movie also be a drag? That’s the distinct feeling one can’t shake walking out of “Battle of the Sexes ,” a fictionalized rendering…
Powerless Puerto Rico’s storm crisis deepens with dam threat
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — Puerto Rican officials could not communicate with more than half the towns in the U.S. territory as they rushed…
Cardinals rally past Pirates in 9th for 4-3 win
PITTSBURGH (AP) — A flip to second base gone awry threatened to sap the St. Louis Cardinals of the momentum that has carried them from…
Recent Deaths 9/23/17
David Switzer, 66, of Kennerdell, died Friday, Sept. 22, 2017. Margaret “Peg” Moyer, 91, of Polk, died Thursday, Sept. 21, 2017. For complete obituaries, please pick up…
First day of fall
At 4:02 p.m. today, Autumn began. With temperatures predicted to stay in the mid- to upper-80s for several more days, it seems like this is…
Fall in love with a furry face
Tri-County Animal Rescue Center will hold a dedication ceremony for Posey’s Pavilion on Sunday. An October adoption event for felines is sure to help you…
East Forest teachers take on Tough Mudder
Recently, a group of East Forest teachers teamed up with a local accountant from Leeper to take on the Tough Mudder in Slippery Rock. East…
Pet of the day 9/22/17
Name: Tommy Breed: Mixed Breed Age: 3 years Size: Medium Color: Brindle/ White Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Tommy can be found at Venango County Humane…
Pumpkin bread French toast
Servings: 10 Start to finish: 4 hours (Active time: 40 minutes) Pumpkin Bread: 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature, plus more for greasing 1 3/4…
PTO fund treasurer arraigned on theft charge
From staff reports A Franklin woman was arraigned Thursday on a theft charge for allegedly embezzling money from the Central Elementary School PTO fund. Franklin…
‘Willy Wonka’ opens Sept. 29 at Barrow-Civic
From staff reports Audience members are in for a sweet treat as Franklin Civic Operetta Association’s production of “Willy Wonka” opens Friday, Sept. 29, at…
Hernandez had severe CTE; daughter sues NFL, Pats
BOSTON (AP) — Former New England Patriots star Aaron Hernandez had a severe case of the degenerative brain disease chronic traumatic encephalopathy, researchers said on…
Kid at play: Steelers WR Smith-Schuster making a splash
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The NFL’s youngest player rides his bike to work, runs to the local ice cream place in SpongeBob Squarepants slippers and will…
Lady Gaga on being famous: ‘Not all it’s cracked up to be’
The Associated Press Lady Gaga has written an emotional message to fans to mark of the release of her new Netflix documentary. In a note posted…
Recent Deaths 9/22/17
Steven J. Allen, 60, of Oil City, died Sept. 21, 2017. Robert Howard Griffen, MD, 91, of Springfield, Illinois, formerly of Destin, Florida, and Franklin,…
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How college kids can save when dining out
Dining halls may be the eatery of choice for college students, but that does not mean students don’t enjoy dining out. Tight budgets may make…
Pet of the day 9/21/17
Name: Dove Breed: Domestic Longhair Mix Age: 4 months Gender: Female Size: Small Color: Black/ Beige Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption Price: $50.00 Dove can…
Cream of carrot soup
Serves 8 Start to finish: 1 hour (at least 30 minutes hands off) 4 slices bacon 1 tablespoon unsalted butter 2 pounds carrots, peeled and…
2 waive hearings in OC chase case
By MARISSA DECHANT Staff writer Two people accused of eluding Oil City police during a chase last month through the North Side in a stolen…
Rouseville getting about $350,000 for water line work
From staff reports Rouseville Borough will receive nearly $350,000 to replace water lines in the borough. The U.S. Department of Agriculture has approved a loan…
Maria destroys homes, triggers flooding in Puerto Rico
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — The strongest hurricane to hit Puerto Rico in more than 80 years destroyed hundreds of homes, knocked out power…
Frazier’s walk-off homer lifts Pirates by Brewers 6-4
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Milwaukee closer Corey Knebel shook off catcher Jett Bandy with two outs in the ninth, confident he could get an inside fastball…
Shania Twain finds new voice after illness
NEW YORK (AP) — After becoming a global icon and one of the world’s best-selling singers of all-time, Shania Twain had to utter the scariest…
Recent Deaths 9/21/17
Nathan Hundertmark, 21, of Clintonville, died Sept. 18, 2017. Treva Victoria Morrison, 86, of Oil City, died Sept. 20, 2017. Timothy Layne Garis, 46, of Riverside,…
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 9/20/17
Name: Jaeger Breed: Shepherd/ Boxer Age: 1 year Gender: Male Size: Medium Color: Black/ Tan Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Jaeger can be found at Venango…
Quick skillet chicken with leeks
Servings: 6 Start to finish: 25 minutes Filling: 6 small chicken breast cutlets, about 2 pounds 2 teaspoons olive oil 1 cup thinly sliced leek…
Bike ride honors legacy of fallen Army captain
From staff reports Team Foster, a non-profit organization founded to honor the legacy of Venango County native and Army captain Erick Foster, completed its marquee…
Local workers still helping with Irma clean-up
By JIM MEYER Staff writer Two area residents are still working hard to beat the heat in Florida while restoring glass in vehicles damaged by…
Mexicans dig through rubble as quake kills 217
MEXICO CITY (AP) — Police, firefighters and ordinary Mexicans dug frantically through the rubble of collapsed schools, homes and apartment buildings early Wednesday, looking for…
Healthy(ish) Steelers looking to avoid letdown in Chicago
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Two weeks in and Mike Tomlin’s problems are of the NFL first-world variety. The Pittsburgh Steelers are unbeaten at 2-0 despite not…
‘Stronger’ spawns a friendship for Gyllenhaal, Bauman
TORONTO (AP) — As the cast and makers of “Stronger” collectively rose to take a bow after the film’s Toronto International Film Festival premiere, Jake…
Recent Deaths 9/20/17
Carolyn Irene Watson, 72, of Franklin, died Sept. 18, 2017. For complete obituaries, please pick up a copy of The Derrick for this day…
Major quake kills 2, collapses buildings in Mexico
MEXICO CITY (AP) — A magnitude 7.1 earthquake rocked central Mexico on Tuesday, killing at least 42 people, collapsing buildings and scattering rubble on streets…
Common Ground: The flag of their country
Words is hard! That’s always the thing I say when I talk about writing and, for that matter, speaking. Conveying our thoughts in clear ways…
President Twp. fraud
Research on big ears, crocodile gambling wins Ig Nobels
BOSTON (AP) — Scientists who discovered that old men really do have big ears, that playing the didgeridoo helps relieve sleep apnea and that handling…
Turnpike warns of 80-mile detour this weekend
NEW CASTLE (AP) — Pennsylvania Turnpike officials are warning motorists of an 80-mile detour they’ll encounter in western Pennsylvania over the weekend. The detour will…
Pet of the day 9/19/17
Name: Kate Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 1 year Gender: Female Size: Medium Color: Beige/ Black Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption Price: $40.00 Kate can…
Lots of ladies
A visit from one or possibly more painted lady butterflies to the tithonia plant prompted an internet search to find out more about the colorful…
Skillet apple cranberry pie
Start to finish: 3 hours, 15 minutes (45 active) Servings: 6 Pie Dough (recipe below) or 12 1/2 ounces store-bought pie dough 2 1/2 pounds…
OC board hears more views on marching band policy
By JIM MEYER Staff writer A large crowd showed up at Monday’s Oil City School Board work session to engage in another discussion about the…
Work set on several Franklin streets
From staff reports Beginning Wednesday, workers will put down a surface treatment of reclaimed millings on several Franklin streets. Work will be done on Forest…
Maria smashes Dominica, now menaces other islands
ROSEAU, Dominica (AP) — Hurricane Maria smashed into Dominica with 160 mph winds, ripping the roof off even the prime minister’s residence and causing what…
Brewers beat Bucs to gain in playoff race
PITTSBURGH (AP) — While a few key players in the NL playoff picture took a night off Monday, Brewers left-hander Brent Suter got in a…
Person named most dangerous online might surprise you
NEW YORK (AP) — One-time pop-punk princess Avril Lavigne has beaten superstar Beyonce at something, but she may not be totally happy with her victory…