Actor Gene Wilder, star of Mel Brooks movies, dies at 83
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Gene Wilder, the frizzy-haired actor who brought his deft comedic touch to such unforgettable roles as the neurotic accountant in “The…
Erie VA opens new parking garage
* Grand Opening of VA Parking Garage: The Erie VA Medical Center held a grand opening of the new parking garage last Wednesday. One word…
Richland Twp. harassment
Sandycreek Twp. escape
Pet of the day 8/29/16
Name: Copper Breed: Hound Mix Age: 4 years Sex: Male Size: Large Color: White/ Black Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Copper can be found at Venango…
Woman ordered to trial in boyfriend’s beating death
GREENSBURG (AP) – A western Pennsylvania woman has been ordered to stand trial in the beating death of her boyfriend. The Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports that…
It’s time to submit recipes to cookbook contest
If your family could benefit from $500 worth of free groceries, you should consider entering the The Derrick and The News-Herald’s Creative Cookbook contest. Each…
Mylan launching cheaper, generic version of EpiPen
The Associated Press Mylan will start selling a cheaper version of its EpiPen after absorbing waves of criticism over a list price for the…
Bucs bust out brooms
MILWAUKEE (AP) – The Pittsburgh Pirates are red hot heading to Chicago. But their postseason aspirations could hinge on medical examinations off the field over…
Beyonce slays at VMAs, Britney Spears does not
NEW YORK (AP) – Beyonce owned the MTV Video Music Awards – like she did in 2014 – with a 16-minute performance featuring her recent…
Recent Deaths 8/29/16
Betty L. McLaughlin, 87, of Oil City, died Aug. 27, 2016. Edna Philomena Foy, 100, of Oil City, died Aug. 24, 2016. Robert J. “Bob”…
‘Don’t Breathe’ scores, ousts ‘Suicide Squad’ at box office
OS ANGELES (AP) — The horror movie “Don’t Breathe” has reason to let out a big sigh of relief. Audiences turned out in droves for…
MTV VMAs to feature Kanye West, Rihanna, Britney Spears
NEW YORK (AP) — What will be the spectacle at the MTV Video Music Awards this year? A long rant from Kanye West? A surprise…
Mitch Littler performs Wednesday
The Oil City Arts Council will end its summer music series Wednesday with a performance by local talent Mitch Littler at the Pipeline Alley concert venue. This lunch-time performance…
Fatal Crash in Amity Twp.
DUI Crash
Bridge projects moving forward
By Jon Haag Staff Writer While work on the Wyattville Bridge remains on schedule for the end of September, other rehabilitation projects in Venango County…
Hurricane Gaston reforms, moves northwest in the Atlantic
MIAMI (AP) — Hurricane Gaston has reformed, gathering strength as it moves northwestward in the Atlantic. The U.S. National Hurricane Center in Miami says Gaston…
Brewers hit 3 HRs, give up 4-run lead in 9-6 loss to Pirates
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Hernan Perez homered twice and reliever Tyler Cravy went deep for his first career hit. However, it wasn’t enough for the Brewers….
The Great Stoneboro Fair Begins Wednesday
STONEBORO — The Great Stoneboro Fair will be held Wednesday through Monday, Sept. 5, at the fairgrounds at 2381 Mercer Road, Stoneboro. The fair features amusement rides, agricultural exhibits,…
Man faces 2 capital murder charges in Mississippi nun deaths
LEXINGTON, Miss. (AP) — A man suspected in the slayings of two Mississippi nuns who were found dead inside a residence within the community they…
Alaskans live among bears-both real and brightly colored
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — Alaska’s largest city is home to more than 300 grizzly and black bears — and now more than a dozen multicolored…
Rome Twp. DUI
Bredinsburg Road Crash
Death investigations in Clarion County
Clarion state police are investigating two separate deaths that occurred in Clarion County. Police said a 44-year old man was found dead Friday at his…
Roethlisberger sharp, Steelers top Saints 27-14
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Ben Roethlisberger has played only two series this preseason, which might be all he needs. Roethlisberger torched New Orleans for 148…
Recent Deaths 8/27/16
Anna “Isabelle” Grossman, age 86, of Harrisville, died Thursday, Aug. 25, 2016. William Lee Sousae, 87, of Seneca, died Wednesday, Aug. 24, 2016. Gale E. “Dewey” Wurster, 75,…
Laugh and Play Playground ice cream social held
Southside Neighborhood Association delegate Robin Moon (left), hands Xavier “BaBa” Miller an ice cream T-shirt that he won Tuesday at the sixth annual ice cream…
For the love of dogs
Lately it seems that cats have taken the spotlight most probably due to the explosion in the kitten population. There are a lot of dogs…
‘Ben-Hur’: Remake is all flash and no emotion
The strength to forgive can conquer the greatest of hardships in director Timur Bekmambetov’s “Ben-Hur,” a remake that can’t overcome a lack of interesting characters….
Pet of the day 8/26/16
Name: Oakley Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 3 months Sex: Female Size: Small Color: White/ Grey Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Oakley can be found at…
A First Bite of Bologna
After the first initial thrust to the gut of culture shock wore off and my study abroad group landed in Bologna Airport, the primary thing…
Sugarcreek Borough harassment
OC man accused of indecent assault waives hearing
By SAXON DAUGHERTY Staff writer An Oil City man who reportedly admitted having inappropriate sexual contact with a 14-year-old girl waived his preliminary hearing in…
Ridgeview Road is open to traffic
From staff reports Ridgeview Road, Route 4022, Plum Township, Venango County, is open to traffic, PennDOT announced Thursday. A section of the road between the…
SpaceX Dragon heads back to Earth with station science, gear
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — A SpaceX Dragon capsule headed back to Earth on Friday with a load of science experiments and gear from the…
‘Cutch stars as Bucs nip Brewers
MILWAUKEE (TNS) – The biggest puzzle for the Pittsburgh Pirates this year has been the way-below-average performance of former MVP and perennial All-Star Andrew McCutchen….
Dwayne Johnson tops Forbes list of highest-paid actors
NEW YORK (AP) – Dwayne Johnson elbowed Robert Downey Jr. aside to become the highest-paid actor with a fast and furious income of $64.5 million,…
Recent Deaths 8/26/16
Clarissa Sue Myers, 83, died Aug. 23, 2016. Sharon K. Best, 59, of Rouseville, died Aug. 24, 2016. Floyd E. Dunlap Sr., 81, of Franklin, died Aug….
Man accused of hurting pregnant woman waives hearing
By SAXON DAUGHERTY Staff writer An Oil City man accused of injuring a pregnant woman earlier this month waived his preliminary hearing in the case…
Pet of the day 8/25/16
Name: Lizzy Breed: Terrier Mix Age: 7 years Sex: Female Size: Small Color: White/ Black Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption Price: $40.00 Lizzy can be…
Ways to save on back-to-school clothing shopping
NEW YORK (AP) — Varsity-inspired cardigans. Preppy layers. Satin bomber jackets. There are plenty of fashion trends that experts say should help pique shoppers’ interest…
OC firefighters launch Coats For Kids effort
From staff reports The annual Coats For Kids drive sponsored by Oil City firefighters is underway. Oil City Firefighters Local 700 is now collecting tax…
Big Bend Road to close to through traffic
From staff reports Big Bend Road (Route 3016) in Scrubgrass Township is scheduled to be closed to through traffic beginning next week from the intersection…
Attack on American Univ. in Afghanistan leaves 13 dead
KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) — A brazen, hours-long militant attack on the American University of Afghanistan ended early Thursday after at least 13 people were killed…
Astros top Pirates, 5-4
PITTSBURGH (AP) – A solid road trip kept the Houston Astros on the right path toward a playoff spot. Evan Gattis hit his 20th home…
Paisley Park, home of Prince, opens for public tours Oct. 6
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) - Paisley Park, the private estate and studio complex of the late rock superstar Prince, will open for daily public tours starting Oct….
Recent Deaths 8/25/16
Charles Robert “Bob” Seelbach, 84, of Clarion, died Aug. 23, 2016. William L. Sousae, 87, of Seneca, formerly of California, died Aug. 24, 2016. Richard A….
Living in the moment
I haven’t had many moments when I just wanted to pause time, take a deep breathe and really absorb the moment I was in. Usually…
Pet of the day 8/24/16
Name: Annie Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 2 years Sex: Female Size: Small Color: White/ Grey Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Annie can be found at…