‘Beauty and the Beast’ will be performed March 16-19
The Cranberry High School Drama Club holds a dress rehearsal for Walt Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast. The students will be bringing Belle, Beast, Maurice…
Warm Tandoori Chicken Wraps
Makes 6 wraps 1/3 cup plain tandoori paste 2 tablespoons plus 1/2 cup plain yogurt Grated zest and juice of 1 lemon 12 chicken tenderloin…
Judge orders Franklin man released from jail
By SAXON DAUGHERTY Staff Writer A Franklin man was released from the Venango County jail Monday after a judge ruled he was improperly arrested last…
Game Commission: Deer harvests increased statewide
From staff reports HARRISBURG – Pennsylvania’s buck harvest increased 9 percent, and the overall deer harvest was up 6 percent, in the 2016-17 seasons, which…
Report accuses Syria of ‘slaughter’ of people trapped by war
UNITED NATIONS (AP) — The Syrian government committed “slow-motion slaughter” of unknown numbers of Syrians trapped in besieged and hard-to-reach areas by willfully denying them…
Pirates shortstop Mercer easing into veteran’s role
BRADENTON, Fla. (AP) — When Jordy Mercer looks around the Pirates’ clubhouse, the term he instinctively goes to in referring to his teammates isn’t the…
The Who will take up Las Vegas residency this summer
LAS VEGAS (AP) — The Who is taking up residency at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas this summer. Caesars Entertainment announced Monday that the Rock…
Recent Deaths 3/14/17
Delores J. Moon, 86, of Oil City, died March 13, 2017. John E. Lauer, 76, of Painesville, Ohio, formerly of Oil City, died March 12, 2017….
Forward Twp. accident
Brady Twp. accident
Pet of the day 3/13/17
Name: Lucy Breed: Coonhound, Treeing Walker Mix Age: 2 years Gender: Female Size: Medium Color: White/ Brown Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Lucy can be found…
Lemon raspberry pound cake muffins
Start to finish: 45 minutes (15 minutes active) Servings: 8 1 cup (4 1/2 ounces) cake flour (not self-rising) 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon…
Mental health care and veterans bills
VA Mental Health Care for Vets with OTH Discharges During a hearing before the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs on March 7, Secretary of Veterans…
Police warn of scams
From staff reports After a 46-year-old Rouseville woman was swindled while attempting to buy a vehicle from Craigslist, Franklin state police are asking the public…
Death toll reaches 50 in Ethiopia landfill collapse
ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia (AP) — The death toll has reached 50 from the collapse of a mountain of trash at a massive garbage dump on…
Pens blank Canucks
VANCOUVER, British Columbia (AP) – The Pittsburgh Penguins had too much firepower for Vancouver on Saturday night, even with an outstanding performance from Canucks goalie…
‘Kong’ outmuscles ‘Logan’ to become king of the box office
LOS ANGELES (AP) — It was a battle of the beasts at the box office this weekend, and King Kong emerged as the definitive victor…
Recent Deaths 3/13/17
Thomas R. Harris, 52, formerly of Barkeyville, died March 9, 2017. Benjamin Harding Hunsberger, 30, of Huey, died March 10, 2017. Herbert Clair Work, 88, of Strattanville,…
Program on early aviation will be held Thursday at DeBence Antique Music World
Local author and historian, Carolee Michener, will present a program about the exciting days of early aviation in Venango County on Thursday. Sponsored by Franklin…
Attorney: Client wrongly placed in jail
By Saxon Daugherty Staff Writer A petition for writ of habeas corpus has been filed on behalf of a Franklin man accused of starting an…
‘Ghostbusters,’ Kevin Hart win big at Kids’ Choice Awards
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Kevin Hart and the bad bunny he plays in “The Secret Life of Pets” were both winners at the Kids’ Choice…
Rt 8 Crash
Theft by Deception
Oil City DUI
Storm to hit Northeast; blizzard watch for NYC, Boston
NEW YORK (AP) — Sunny days and T-shirt-wearing temperatures made it appear winter had made an early exit. But it’s not finished with us yet…
Murray makes 27 saves, Penguins beat Canucks 3-0
VANCOUVER, British Columbia (AP) — The Pittsburgh Penguins had too much firepower for Vancouver on Saturday night, even with an outstanding performance from Canucks goalie…
Entry registration underway for Titusville PEEPshow
TITUSVILLE — Entry registration for the fifth annual Titusville PEEPshow is underway. The show will be held from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April…
James Cameron says ‘Avatar’ sequel not coming in 2018
NEW YORK (AP) — Another year, another “Avatar” postponement. James Cameron says the long-gestating sequel to his science-fiction epic will not be released next year….
DUI Crash
Butler County Runaway
VC to launch new curriculum in fall
From staff reports Venango Catholic High School will launch a new curriculum in the fall. Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) readiness, emphasis on the…
Phil Kessel scores SO winner, Penguins beat Oilers 3-2
EDMONTON, Alberta (AP) — Connor McDavid stretched his lead atop the NHL scoring race. However Sidney Crosby’s Pittsburgh Penguins got the even more important two…
Recent Deaths 3/11/17
Patricia L. Reedy, 66, of Polk, died Friday, March 10, 2017. Robert L. Grazier, 69, of Clarion, formerly of St. Petersburg and East Brady, died Tuesday,…
Irwin Twp. accident
Johnsonburg Borough accident
Pet of the day 3/10/17
Name: Flounder Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Color: Gray/White Gender: Male Size: Medium House-trained: Yes Flounder can be found at Precious Paws Animal Rescue.
Franklin elementary schools hold annual food drive
Franklin Area School District’s elementary schools held their third annual canned food drive to benefit local charities. Over a two-week time period, students at Central,…
Chickpea crepes stuffed with Indian spiced potatoes and peas
Start to finish: 1 hour, 10 minutes (45 active) Servings: 4 For the crepes: 1/2 chickpea flour (60 grams) (available at many supermarkets and online)…
Look who’s talking!
Tri-County Animal Rescue in Shippenville lets some of its longtime residents do the talking. Precious Paws Animal Rescue in Franklin is preparing for its Spring…
Criminal complaint reveals details of Clarion meth case
By MARISSA DECHANT Staff writer More details have emerged on four people who were arrested on drug charges last week in Clarion. According to a…
Groups seeking volunteers for Great American Cleanup
From staff reports Pennsylvania departments of transportation and environmental protection are seeking volunteers for this year’s Great American Cleanup of Pennsylvania that runs through May…
Guatemalan president vows change after fire kills 36 girls
GUATEMALA CITY (AP) — Guatemala’s president called for a restructuring of his country’s youth shelter system following a fire that killed at least 36 girls…
Jones, Johnson re-sign with Steelers
PITTSBURGH (AP) – Free to test the market – and maybe make more money in the process – for the first time in his career,…
‘This is Us’ season finale focus is ill-fated Jack, Rebecca
LOS ANGELES (AP) — “This is Us” creator Dan Fogelman helpfully explains his time-twisting family drama’s ambitious theme: A vision of shared humanity, without end….
Recent Deaths 3/10/17
Carolyn Heasley, 92, of Hinsdale, Illinois, formerly of Oil City, died Feb. 25, 2017. Richard G. “Dick” Shreckengost, 74, of New Bethlehem, died March 9,…
Sheetz acquires liquor licenses for use in Venango, Clarion counties
By SAXON DAUGHERTY Staff Writer Efforts to make beer available throughout its chain of stores in Pennsylvania has prompted Altoona-based Sheetz Inc. to acquire liquor…
How to improve overall endurance
Pushing oneself physically can be exhausting and demanding. But whether you’re a seasoned athlete, a part-time fitness enthusiast or even someone who lives a largely…
Horton Twp. accident
Richland Twp. accident
Pet of the day 3/9/17
Name: Merlin Breed: Terrier/ Beagle Mix Age: 5 years Size: Medium House-trained: Yes Merlin can be found at Precious Paws Animal Rescue.