‘The Story of Hansel & Gretel’ will be performed today, Saturday
From staff reports Franklin Civic Operetta’s Youth Theatre program’s production of “The Story of Hansel & Gretel” will be a sweet treat for the whole…
Gunman kills officer, self; woman found dead after fight
CANONSBURG, Pa. (AP) – A gunman with a history of domestic abuse fatally shot a police officer and wounded another on Thursday before he and…
Wild skate past Penguins
PITTSBURGH (AP) – Eric Staal’s third-period goal proved to be the game-winner as the Minnesota Wild defeated the Pittsburgh Penguins 4-2 on Thursday night. Staal…
‘Hallelujah’ Singer-Songwriter Leonard Cohen dead at age 82
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Leonard Cohen, the baritone-voiced Canadian singer-songwriter who seamlessly blended spirituality and sexuality in songs like “Hallelujah,” ”Suzanne” and “Bird on a…
Recent Deaths 11/11/16
Eugene M. Vader, 89, of Franklin, died Nov. 9, 2016. Leonard A. “Butch” Long, 56, of the Franklin and Oil City areas, died Nov. 9,…
Remembering our Veterans
The men and women who defend the liberties and freedoms of the countries they represent hold a special place in people’s hearts and an eternal…
Rouseville Borough burglary
Cooperstown Borough theft
Pet of the day 11/10/16
Name: Star Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 2 years Sex: Female Size: Medium Color: White/ Black Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Star can be found at…
OC man held for court in two burglary cases
By SAXON DAUGHERTY Staff writer An Oil City man accused of stealing from his parents on two occasions waived his preliminary hearing in both cases…
OC police will step up ‘dead storage’ enforcement
From staff reports The Oil City Police Department will step up enforcement of parking ordinances and vehicle codes in the upcoming months to maximize the…
Transition: Obama, Trump to meet at White House
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama is set to welcome his successor, Donald Trump, to the White House, extending an olive branch to a man…
Steelers look to help Brown
PITTSBURGH (AP) – Antonio Brown can do a lot of things, most of them spectacularly. Weaving his way through three defenders to get open, however,…
AP Source: Pitt cleared in child services investigation
LOS ANGELES (AP) — A source familiar with an investigation into whether actor Brad Pitt was abusive toward his son on a private flight in…
Recent Deaths 11/10/16
Janice B. Weeter, 79, of New Bethlehem, died Nov. 8, 2016. William Blair Reitz III “Bub,” 42, of Franklin, died Nov. 8, 2016. Jean Price, 83,…
Reflection on … well … what is happening!
We cannot simply like democracy when it suits our beliefs! I admit I woke up this morning and my heart jumped into my throat. I’m…
Pride in this newspaper
Allow this old newspaper man a moment to boast. I had nothing to do with this but I have great pride in my newspaper today….
College student has Kit Kat bar stolen, firm sends 6,500 more
MANHATTAN, Kan. (AP) – Hershey has come to the rescue of a college student who had his Kit Kat bar brazenly stolen. Kansas State University…
Cornplanter Twp. accident
Allegheny Blvd. accident
Pet of the day 11/09/16
Name: Rowdy Breed: Hound Mix Age: 3 years Sex: Male Size: Large Color: White/ Black Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Rowdy can be found at Venango…
Waiting to vote
Isabella Whittling, 10, of Seneca, got a little bored waiting in line with her mother at the Seneca Volunteer Fire Department polling location, so she…
Junior Schubert Club officers installed
From staff reports The annual Junior Schubert Club installation ceremony was held Monday at the Belles Lettres Clubhouse in Oil City. Installed as president for…
Election coverage an unexpected thrill ride on TV
NEW YORK (AP) — Donald Trump’s stunning victory against Hillary Clinton in the presidential election Tuesday was a final twist in a made-for TV…
Penguins rally to nip Oilers
PITTSBURGH (AP) – Conor Sheary scored twice, including the winner with 1:42 left, to lift the Pittsburgh Penguins over the Edmonton Oilers 4-3 on Tuesday…
Shock, joy and fear as voters elect Trump president
The Associated Press From Virginia coal country, as election results trickled in, Jimmy McDonald texted his boss to warn he might need a day off…
Recent Deaths 11/9/16
Judy Diane Whitling, 47, of Knox, died Nov. 8, 2016. Ernest Robert (Bob) McDaniel, 71, of Kossuth, died Nov. 7, 2016. Carol Ann Moser Wimer Beightol,…
The mighty oak
Last week seemed like the time for the area oak trees to shine. Their rusty gold and burgundy colors stretched to the sky as they…
Wayne Twp. theft
Pet of the day 11/08/16
Name: Tequila Breed: Domestic Shorthair mix Age: 8 months Sex: Female Size: Small Color: White/ Orange Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Tequila can be found at…
OC businessman fined for damaging Trump sign
By SAXON DAUGHERTY Staff writer A well-known Oil City businessman appeared in district court Monday in connection with an incident last month in which a…
Stockings for soldiers initiative underway in Franklin
From staff reports Stockings for the Veterans & Family Memorial Care’s Christmas Stockings for Soldiers initiative can be picked up through Friday, Dec. 16, at…
WATCHING TUESDAY: America does the wave, east coast to west
WASHINGTON (AP) — Grab some snacks, the TV remote, your calculator and a schedule of poll closings. You might also want to caffeinate because it…
Sid vs. The Kid; Crosby, McDavid meet for 1st time Tuesday
The Associated Press The comparisons are inevitable. Connor McDavid understands it. So does Sidney Crosby. Franchise centers don’t come along very often. Particularly ones with…
Prince Harry’s office condemns media coverage of girlfriend
LONDON (AP) — Prince Harry’s office has confirmed that American actress Meghan Markle is his girlfriend, issuing a strongly worded statement accusing the media of…
Recent Deaths 11/8/16
Carol Ann Moser Wimer Beightol, 76, formerly of Franklin, died Nov. 6, 2016. William Dudley Bradish Jr., 80, of Wilmore, Kentucky, died Nov. 2, 2016….
Rockland Twp. accident
Pet of the day 11/07/16
Name: Tidbit Breed: Domestic Longhair Mix Age: 5 months Sex: Male Size: Small Color: White/ Grey Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Tidbit can be found at…
Marine Corps marks 241 years; Veterans honored Friday
Marine Corps celebrates its 241st birthday Thursday, Nov. 10 The United States Marine Corps traces its institutional roots to the Continental Marines of the American…
Ravens roast Steelers
BALTIMORE (AP) – The Baltimore Ravens frustrated longtime nemesis Ben Roethlisberger long enough to build a three-touchdown lead. By the time Roethlisberger finally found his…
Quake near Oklahoma oil hub causes substantial damage
CUSHING, Okla. (AP) — A magnitude 5.0 earthquake centered near one of the world’s key oil hubs brought down building facades and shattered windows in…
Rehearsing for ‘Hansel and Gretel’ at the Barrow
Genevieve Hoover looks through a tree set design during rehearsal at the Barrow-Civic Theatre in Franklin for the upcoming play “Hansel and Gretel,” which opens…
Changes planned in OC garbage pick-up
From staff reports Some Oil City residents will see changes in their garbage pick-up schedules beginning Jan. 1. The changes are being made to reduce…
Confusion, obstacles raise voting concerns in some states
ATLANTA (AP) — More than a dozen states have enacted tougher requirements for registering and voting since the U.S. Supreme Court overturned a key provision…
Crosby leads Pens past Sharks
SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) – Sidney Crosby is on such a roll these days, he could probably score blind-folded. Crosby scored twice, Matthew Murray stopped…
‘Doctor Strange’ spins magic at re-energized box office
LOS ANGELES (AP) – A strong batch of new films drew audiences to the theaters in large numbers this weekend, including Marvel’s “Doctor Strange,” the…
Recent Deaths 11/7/16
Richard Leroy Geist, 60, of Strattanville, died Nov. 5, 2016. Linda L. Twiest, 76, of Shippenville, died Nov. 4, 2016. Duane A. King, 63, of…
Watercolor artist to be featured at gallery
Regional watercolor artist Kathryn Galey will present a one-time special exhibit at Graffiti Gallery in Oil City. The show opening is scheduled from 5:30 to…
Jackson Twp. Crash
Man injured in Sugarcreek crash
Sugarcreek Borough police have released details about a crash Thursday afternoon on Patchel Run Road near the intersection of Whitman Road. Police said 32-year-old James…