Status of Lightning’s Bishop uncertain for series
PITTSBURGH (AP) – Ben Bishop’s mind raced as the Tampa Bay Lightning goalie writhed in pain on the ice after awkwardly twisting his left leg…
Puff Daddy, Lil Kim, Mase reunite for Bad Boy reunion tour
NEW YORK (AP) — Puff Daddy is reuniting with Lil Kim, Mase, Faith Evans and more for a Bad Boy Records reunion tour this summer….
Recent Deaths 5/16/16
Carole D. Jamison, 72, of Parker, died May 15, 2016. William (Bill) A. Flickner, 86, of Franklin, died May 14, 2016. Kenneth E. Allshouse Sr., 76, of…
Chili Peppers cancel concert after singer hospitalized
IRVINE, Calif. (AP) — The Red Hot Chili Peppers canceled an appearance at a California radio station’s annual concert after lead singer Anthony Kiedis was…
‘Captain America’ tops, ‘Money Monster’ grabs $15 million
LOS ANGELES (AP) — “Captain America: Civil War” remains the box office winner in its second weekend in theaters, but the star-driven adult drama “Money…
Teenage Run Away
Erie DUI
Amity Twp. DUI
Archaeological dig set to resume at Malcolm X home in Boston
BOSTON (AP) — Researchers are returning to the boyhood home of slain civil rights leader Malcolm X to resume an archaeological dig. Archaeologist Joseph Bagley…
Pirates lose 8-2 to Arrieta, Cubs
CHICAGO (AP) — A deflected ball turned into an inning-ending double play. Then a borderline call on a 3-2 pitch went against Jeff Locke and…
I-80 Accident
Sign Theft
Venango County Historical Society Hosts Tour of River Ridge Mansion
The land in Cranberry Township that was purchased by Joseph C. Sibley on November 15th 1911, had previously been Robert Lamberton’s Argeon Farm. Soon afterward,…
All-day turkey hunting begins Monday
From staff reports Beginning Monday, Pennsylvania turkey hunters will be permitted to hunt from one-half hour before sunrise to one-half hour after sunset until the…
‘Sharknado’ meets ‘Walking Dead’ at Motor City Comic Con
NOVI, Mich. (AP) — The stars of “The Walking Dead” and “Sharknado” have done battle with zombies and, well, sharks. They’re facing a different kind…
Man arrested for aggravated assault
From staff reports An Oil City man was arrested for aggravated assault and other charges following an incident about 9:20 p.m. Thursday on Paul Revere…
Lightning lose Bishop but top Penguins 3-1 in Game 1
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The sight of their franchise goalie writhing in agony did little to slow down the Tampa Bay Lightning. How could it? Watching…
Recent Deaths 5/14/16
Harold “Bill” W. Kemmerer, 87, of Shelton, Washington, formerly of Franklin, died Wednesday, May 11, 2016. Thomas Boyd Means, 89, of Clarion, died Thursday, May 12, 2016….
Accident on I-80
Limestone Twp. Arrest
Car Swerves to Avoid Dog on I-80
Criminal Mischief
Careless Driving
Buckingham Palace releases rare images of the queen
LONDON (AP) — Buckingham Palace has released black-and-white images of Queen Elizabeth II as a young girl amid celebrations marking her 90th birthday. The first…
Union Twp. burglary
Spartansburg burglary
Doctor: Ex-wrestler mentally incompetent for trial
ALLENTOWN, Pa. (AP) — Former professional wrestler Jimmy “Superfly” Snuka suffered so many blows to the head during his long career — even getting a…
US gives directive to schools on transgender bathroom access
WASHINGTON (AP) — Public schools must permit transgender students to use bathrooms and locker rooms consistent with their chosen gender identity, according to an Obama…
Pet of the day 5/13/16
Name: Serenity Breed: Terrier, American Staffordshire Mix Age: 1 year Sex: Female Size: Medium Color: White/ Black Declawed: No House- trained: Yes Adoption Price: $60.00…
Register for draft: It’s what a man’s got to do, and women?
WASHINGTON (AP) — Congress is on the verge of ordering young women to register for a military draft for the first time in history, touching…
City works to protect 200 million-year-old dinosaur tracks
HOLYOKE, Mass. (AP) — Officials in a New England town are working to protect more than 100 dinosaur footprints in a park that are nearly…
Sandycreek Twp. crash
Findley Twp. drug possession
Cranberry Twp. DUI accident
OC students hear dramatic drinking-driving message
By NATASHA BRENNEMAN Staff writer OIL CITY – More than six hundred lives were impacted Wednesday at a driving under the influence assembly at Oil…
Family Fun Day is Saturday at Camp Coffman
From staff reports Family Fun Day will be held from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday at Camp Coffman The event is sponsored by the Clarion…
Man gets 12 years in sex trafficking case
PITTSBURGH (AP) – A Pennsylvania man will spend 12 years in prison for sex trafficking four teenage runaways from Ohio who were found in his…
Pens, Lightning set for Game 1 tonight
PITTSBURGH (AP) – On the calendar, the gap between the last time the Pittsburgh Penguins and Tampa Bay Lightning met and tonight’s Game 1 of…
‘Captain America: Civil War’ – Film a heroic battle of ideology, values
Personal values and philosophies collide in “Captain America: Civil War,” an exciting, heartfelt action film from directors Anthony Russo and Joe Russo. Continuing in the…
Recent Deaths 5/13/16
James Richard “Dick” Thomas, 86, of Franklin, died May 12, 2016. Marlys “Marty” Staab, 84, of Shippenville, died May 12, 2016. Elizabeth J. (Betty) Firster, 85,…
Facebook delivers the scoop on how it delivers the news
NEW YORK (AP) — Will “Trending topics” become a “trending” topic on Facebook? The social media giant on Thursday pulled back the curtain on how…
Howe Twp. accident
Ridgway Twp. disorderly conduct
Prom Price Tag
Rising Costs of the Big Dance Prom is a time-honored tradition and a rite of passage for teens. Originally inspired by graduation celebrations and debutante…
Man, girlfriend found in Erie home were murder-suicide
ERIE, Pa. (AP) — A coroner says a young couple found dead in a Erie, PA home died of stab wounds inflicted in a murder-suicide. Erie…
Suicide prevention rally scheduled for May 21
From staff reports The Venango County Community Support Program will host its first annual suicide prevention rally Saturday, May 21. The event, titled “Let’s Band Together To Prevent Suicide,” will…
Pet of the day 5/12/16
Name: Binx Breed: Domestic, shorthair mix Age: 1 year Sex: Female Size: Medium Color: Black Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption Price: $40.00 Binx can be…
Tell the FDA what you fear more: Zika, or GMO mosquitoes?
MIAMI (AP) — What are you more afraid of, the Zika virus, or a plan to kill the disease-carrying mosquitoes by releasing genetically engineered…
Ohio woman charged with theft of $110,000
From staff reports A Warren, Ohio, woman who was charged with theft after police said she stole $110,000 from the trust of her deceased brother-in-law…