‘Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them’ is a blockbuster creature feature
The arrival of the new cinematic franchise “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them” has been heralded with the kind of through-the-roof expectations you’d expect…
Man wanted in meth case
State police in Mercer are searching for a Stoneboro man who has been charged with several felonies in a meth-related incident. Andrew Thomas Delucia Jr.,…
I-80 Crash
Best weather satellite ever built rockets into space
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — The most advanced weather satellite ever built rocketed into space Saturday night, part of an $11 billion effort to revolutionize…
O’Reilly seals Sabres’ 2-1 shootout win over Penguins
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — For once, Buffalo Sabres coach Dan Bylsma couldn’t complain about his team’s lack of offense. Anders Nilsson stopped 46 shots, plus…
Stealing from the master again
It’s who teaches us the most who we draw influence from over and over again. Today, while covering the Friends For Food community Thanksgiving dinner…
PennDOT urges drivers to use caution during winter weather
From staff reports With winter weather in the forecast for the area this weekend, PennDOT is urging motorists to use caution while driving. The department…
Leaf collections scheduled
From staff reports Oil City leaf collection Oil City street crews will use the leaf collection machine next week on the following streets: Monday –…
Fatal Ridgway crash
New law lets Pennsylvanians hide some old criminal records
HARRISBURG (AP) – Pennsylvania residents with minor criminal convictions that are at least a decade old have begun applying to seal those cases from public…
Pens take down Islanders
NEW YORK (AP) – Kris Letang scored 1:24 into overtime, helping the Pittsburgh Penguins beat the last-place New York Islanders 3-2 on Friday night to…
Liquor law violation
6 virtual reality experiences that don’t cost too much
The Associated Press Virtual reality, what’s up with that? If you are curious about this highly buzzed high-tech form of entertainment but don’t feel like…
Recent Deaths 11/19/16
David R. Wright, 80, of Clarion, died Nov. 18, 2016. Richard A. Reagle, 70, of Utica, died Nov. 17, 2016. Jacqueline Ann (Sharrar) Bernardini, 59, of…
Felony warrant issued
Gun fire reported
Registration set for food vouchers
From staff reports The Venango County Emergency Food and Shelter program will sponsor a county-wide food distribution in December and is looking for eligible residents…
Shop n’ Save theft
Pet of the day 11/18/16
Name: Domino Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 4 months Gender: Male Size: Small Color: White/ Black Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Domino can be found at…
To make matters worse
Clarion PAWS is reaching out to the community for help and several fundraisers will help folks get a jump on their Christmas shopping. Stop the…
Franklin’s Light-Up Night celebration begins Saturday
By JON HAGG Staff writer Franklin’s annual downtown Light-Up Night kicks off this Saturday. As one of Franklin’s mainstay events, Franklin events coordinator Ronnie Beith…
Parts of PA face fall snowstorm
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Parts of Pennsylvania could see some snow on the ground over the weekend. A strong cold front will lower temperatures and the…
The Road Worriers
PITTSBURGH (AP) – The Pittsburgh Steelers can’t explain it exactly. They’re not much into excuses either. Yet there’s no denying the offense that runs so…
‘Amityville Horror’ house is being bought
AMITYVILLE, N.Y. (AP) — The Long Island home that served as the inspiration for the book “The Amityville Horror” and the subsequent films of the…
Recent Deaths 11/18/16
John E. Barrett Sr., 65, of Cranberry, died Nov. 17, 2016. Richard A. Reagle, 70, of Utica, died Nov. 17, 2016. Joyce L. Hartle, 88,…
Tips for Making this Holiday Gathering the Best One Yet
As most holiday hosts know, it’s not unheard-of to spend the majority of your party in the kitchen, while guests laugh together down the hall….
Franklin man waives hearing in domestic dispute case
By SAXON DAUGHERTY Staff writer A Franklin man facing assault charges after a domestic dispute last week waived his preliminary hearing in the case Wednesday…
Pine Twp. accident
Pet of the day 11/17/16
Name: Daisy Breed: Boxer/ Beagle Age: 6 years Gender: Female Size: Medium Color: Red/ Black Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Daisy can be found at Venango…
Franklin Rotary Club donates dictionaries
From staff reports Franklin Rotary Club recently purchased and donated dictionaries to all third-grade students in Franklin Area School District, Valley Grove School District and…
Oil City man held for court in indecent assault case
By SAXON DAUGHERTY Staff writer An Oil City man accused of inappropriately touching a 5-year-old girl was held for court Wednesday. Dusty Perry, 21, appeared…
Allegheny is nominee for River of the Year
From staff reports The Allegheny River is a nominee for River of the Year. Other contenders for 2017 Pennsylvania River of the Year, along with…
Trump battles back against charges of transition tumult
NEW YORK (AP) — President-elect Donald Trump will be holding more meetings at New York City’s Trump Tower as he prepares his administration. Transition officials…
Capitals steamroll Penguins
WASHINGTON (AP) – Nicklas Backstrom had two goals and three assists and T.J. Oshie enjoyed a four-point game as the Washington Capitals broke out of…
‘Duck Dynasty’ to wrap after 11 seasons
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The “Duck Dynasty” family says its A&E series will end after this season. The announcement topped Wednesday’s debut episode of the…
Recent Deaths 11/17/16
Vera Grace Miller, 94, of Knox, died Nov. 16, 2016. Dolly J. Hoover, 60, of Franklin, died Nov. 13, 2016. Linda Farley Brown, 84, of Craftsbury Common,…
Tree is trimmed in Franklin
Mike Dulaney of the Franklin Chamber of Commerce hangs lights on the 45-foot tall spruce in front of the Venango County Courthouse Tuesday. The big…
Cranberry Twp. DUI
Walmart theft
Pet of the day 11/16/16
Name: Erin Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 2 months Sex: Female Size: Small Color: White/ Beige Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Erin can be found at…
Hasson plans family night with some of state stipend
By SAXON DAUGHERTY Staff writer Hasson Heights Elementary School in Oil City will begin using some of the $4,000 stipend it received from the state…
Students collecting food items for local pantries
From staff reports Students at Franklin, Rocky Grove, Oil City and Cranberry schools are collecting food items to be donated to local food pantries to…
Many outdoor activities banned as fires burn across South
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Starting campfires, lighting fireworks and smoking cigarettes are among the outdoor activities being banned across the South as fires burn…
Steelers take another hit
PITTSBURGH (AP) – Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike Tomlin understands the negativity associated with a four-game slide and stressed his underachieving team would do its best…
Carrie Fisher reveals ‘Star Wars’ affair with Harrison Ford
The Associated Press Carrie Fisher has revealed that Princess Leia’s romance with Han Solo in “Star Wars” extended off-screen, as well. Fisher tells People magazine…
Recent Deaths 11/16/16
Bert J. Formanik, 94, of East Lake, Ohio, formerly of Oil City, died Nov. 13, 2016. Marjorie A. Weaver, 87, of Seneca, died Nov. 14, 2016. James…
Rockland Twp. accident
Mitchell Ave. arson
Steelers’ Heyward out for season due to injury
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The slumping Pittsburgh Steelers will have to scramble for a playoff berth without defensive end Cam Heyward. Heyward is out for the remainder…
5 Utah students stabbed at high school, teen in custody
OREM, Utah (AP) — Five students were stabbed inside the boy’s locker room of their Utah high school Tuesday and a 16-year-old boy identified…