PA schools see increase in unsolved bomb threats
The Associated Press Pennsylvania schools have seen an increase in unsolved bomb threats in its public schools over the last three academic years, but a…
Olympic Games come to close in Rio
RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) – Brazil and the world bid farewell Sunday to the first Olympic Games in South America, a 16-day spectacle that combined…
Founding guitarist of 3 Doors Down Matt Roberts dies
WEST BEND, Wis. (AP) — Guitarist Matt Roberts, a founding member of the rock band 3 Doors Down, has died in Wisconsin. The 38-year-old was…
Recent Deaths 8/22/16
Frank Albert Kulling, 98, of Titusville, died Aug. 20, 2016. Charles Albert “Chuck” Dolby, 73, of Oil City, died Aug. 20, 2016. Jack Richard Clark, 78,…
I am a rock….
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Ryan Lochte says ‘immature behavior’ got him into a mess
NEW YORK (AP) — American swimmer Ryan Lochte said he over-exaggerated what happened at a Rio de Janeiro gas station and acknowledged it was his…
Drake Day Circus is Aug. 27
It’s going to be a circus Saturday, Aug. 27, at Drake Well Museum and Park in Titusville. The fourth annual Drake Day Circus will be held from 10 a.m….
Franklin DUI
3 dead, 1 injured after boat overturns in Allegheny river
RIMERSBURG, Pa. (AP) — Three men died and another was injured after a boat ran aground and overturned on the Allegheny River, authorities said Saturday….
As crews tame wildfire, focus turns to what exactly burned
SAN BERNARDINO, Calif. (AP) — In the aftermath of a wildfire, somebody has to figure out exactly what burned. It’s painstaking and important work that…
Harrison shines in Pirates’ 3-1 loss to Marlins
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Josh Harrison extended his hitting streak to six games in impressive fashion, but it wasn’t enough to get the Pittsburgh Pirates back…
Tickets available for wine walk
Tickets are available for the “Oil City Uncorked” fall wine walk which will be held from 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 9. The walk will feature an…
Tyler reacts to Disney altering Aerosmith coaster video
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Aerosmith frontman Steven Tyler isn’t giving Disney World a thumbs-up for digitally altering his hand in a video that plays at…
Drug charges mount against Franklin woman
By SAXON DAUGHERTY Staff writer A Franklin woman charged earlier this year in connection with a drug trafficking organization in Venango County is now facing…
Spacewalking astronauts install new front door for future visitors
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) – Spacewalking astronauts installed a new front door for visitors at the International Space Station on Friday, the crucial first step…
Cooperstown Crash
McCutchen hits into-game ending DP as Pirates fall to Miami
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Intentionally walking the batter in front of Andrew McCutchen with the game on the line would have been close to unfathomable in…
Recent Deaths 8/20/16
Byron A. Enos, 82, of Pleasantville, died Thursday, Aug. 18, 2016. Alice M. Croyle, 80, of Oil City, died Friday, Aug. 19, 2016. For the…
Kennerdell man faces burglary, forgery charges
By SAXON DAUGHERTY Staff writer A Kennerdell man has been charged with felony burglary after he admitted to stealing a check from his mother to…
Pet of the day 8/19/16
Name: Eenie Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 3 months Sex: Male Size: Small Color: White/ black Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption Price: $40.00 Eenie can…
Some things get better with age
While lately there has been a baby boom at area shelters and foster homes, there are still several more mature animals that could use a…
Freehold Twp. burglary
Perry Twp. criminal mischief
OC police investigate rash of vehicle break-ins
By SAXON DAUGHERTY Staff writer The Oil City police department is asking for the community’s help as it investigates a series of thefts from motor…
Routes 8 and 62 rock face work completed
A crew from Francis J. Palo Inc. of Clarion finished installing the barriers at the base of the rock face along routes 8 and 62…
Obama administration to phase out private prisons
WASHINGTON (AP) – The Obama administration announced Thursday it will phase out its use of some private prisons, affecting thousands of federal inmates and immediately…
Naked Donald Trump statues appear in U.S. cities
NEW YORK (AP) – It’s Donald Trump like he’s never been seen before. Life-size naked statues of the Republican presidential nominee greeted passers-by in New…
Steelers struggle again
PITTSBURGH (AP) – Pittsburgh Steelers’ quarterback Landry Jones threw four interceptions and the Philadelphia Eagles capitalized. Nolan Carroll’s 38-yard interception return for a score was…
Recent Deaths 8/19/16
Byron Allen Enos, 82, of Pleasantville, died Aug. 18, 2016. Betty P. Fenstermaker, 93, of Sligo, formerly of Clarion and Kingsville, died Aug. 17, 2016. David…
Twitter suspends 360K accounts over ‘violent extremism’
NEW YORK (AP) — Twitter said Thursday it has suspended 360,000 accounts since mid-2015 for violating its policies banning the promotion of terrorism and violent…
Pet of the day 8/18/16
Name: Outlaw Breed: Retriever, Labrador Mix Age: 4 years Size: Medium Color: Brown Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Outlaw can be found at Venango County Humane…
Slippery Rock Burglary
Cranberry Walmart theft
CUP’s Whitney launches newest 500-day plan
By TOM DISTEFANO Staff writer CLARION – Clarion University President Karen Whitney has traditionally issued a list of goals and desired outcomes for 19 months…
Eroding Alaska island village votes to move to mainland
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — Residents of a tiny island village in Alaska that has been ravaged by erosion blamed on climate change have voted to…
Pirates finish off sweep of Giants
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) – Andrew McCutcheon had two hits, including a two-run homer, pinch-hitter Matt Joyce had a key two-run single, and the Pittsburgh Pirates…
How violinist Lindsey Stirling learned to be brave
NEW YORK (AP) — Electronic violinist Lindsey Stirling’s emotional roller coaster of a year included the death of her best friend and keyboardist and learning…
Recent Deaths 8/18/16
Glenn O. Beck, 89, of Franklin, formerly of Oil City, died Aug. 17, 2016. Richard “Rick” Adam Schiffer, 68, formerly of Oil City, died Aug. 9, 2016….
OC School District relics could be learning tool
By SAXON DAUGHERTY Staff Writer A few plaques that were once placed on Oil City Area School District facilities might now be used to educate…
Pet of the day 8/17/16
Name: Cole Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 3 months Sex: Male Size: Small Color: Black Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Cole can be found at Venango…
Oil Creek Twp. DUI crash
Franklin assault
Cranberry questions practicality of money earmarked for cyber schools
By SALLY BELL Staff writer Cyber charter schools produce too little bang for too much buck. That was the consensus among Cranberry Area School District…
Vintage motorcycle club revved for run
By JON HAAG Staff Writer The Allegheny Mountain chapter of the Antique Motorcycle Club of America will begin its annual motorcycle run in Oil City…
Staying ahead of the mold, residents salvage what they can
GONZALES, La. (AP) — The heartbreaking task of sorting through waterlogged belongings and ripping out carpets and drywall is kicking into high gear in flood-wracked…
Bell’s appeal, status still a mystery
PITTSBURGH (TNS) – Pittsburgh Steelers running back Le’Veon Bell doesn’t know when his appeal of the four-game suspension the NFL handed down for a violation…
Kevin Smith slams online criticism of his daughter
The Associated Press Director Kevin Smith is taking on an online troll who called his daughter “ugly” and “talentless” and wished her dead on Instagram….
Recent Deaths 8/17/16
Evelyn L. Whitling, 95, formerly of Seneca, died Aug. 12, 2016. Dale F. Kirkpatrick, 84, of Strattanville, died Aug. 15, 2016. Theresa Nina Zollner Yost Mancini,…
The untold heart
I have known coach Tom Haynes for almost 20 years. Sounds funny saying that, but it’s true. I followed his Cochranton Cardinals from dismal seasons…
What do you publish, what is fair?
Early last week I heard that presidential candidate Donald J. Trump was planning a stop in Erie on Friday. I had planned on taking the…