ATV Crash-DUI
Ohio zoo closes gorilla exhibit for now after boy falls in
CINCINNATI (AP) — The Cincinnati Zoo has temporarily closed its gorilla exhibit after a special zoo response team shot and killed a 17-year-old gorilla that…
Jaso sees same ol’ Darvish as Pirates fall to Rangers 5-2
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — John Jaso singled on the second pitch from Yu Darvish in the Japanese right-hander’s first start in the majors in almost…
Loss, accusations mark a turbulent few days for Johnny Depp
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Johnny Depp seemed the picture of rock star cool as he played guitar onstage in Portugal with his band, the Hollywood…
Act 64
Man charged 9 years after bomb left in NC Walmart
SYLVA, N.C. (AP) — Authorities say a fingerprint has led them to a man who placed a pipe bomb near small propane tanks in a…
250 Venango veterans have died since last Memorial Day
From staff reports A total of 250 Venango County veterans have died since Memorial Day 2015, according to Richard Mulholland, director of the county’s Veterans…
Franklin man charged with retaliation
By SAXON DAUGHERTY Staff writer A Franklin man is facing multiple charges for assaulting another man Wednesday outside the second man’s place of employment. Colin…
Ex-‘Glee’ star Mark Salling indicted on child-porn charges
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Mark Salling, who played bad-boy Noah “Puck” Puckerman on the Fox musical dramedy “Glee,” was charged Friday with receiving and possessing…
Camera Theft
Aggravated Assault
Pirates spoil night for Rangers’ Banister, Hamels in 9-1 win
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Jeff Banister shared hugs, handshakes and laughs with Pittsburgh’s Clint Hurdle and his players and coaches before the Texas manager’s first…
Recent Deaths 5/28/16
Paula Kay Wilden, 56, of Oil City, died May 26, 2016. Jeffrey L. Hall, 57, of East Hickory, died Friday, May 27, 2016. Rodger D….
Former Heath employee held for court on extortion charge
By SAXON DAUGHERTYStaff writer A Utica man accused of trying to extort $200,000 from his employer was held for court Wednesday following a preliminary hearing….
Sharks-Penguins Stanley Cup final fills a need for speed
Associated Press It will be speed vs. speed in the Stanley Cup final between the San Jose Sharks and Pittsburgh Penguins. San Jose got through…
MOVIE REVIEW: ‘Neighbors 2 Sorority Rising’
By TIMOTHY HOGG Friends will come together to solve dilemmas in “Neighbors 2: Sorority Rising,” a collection of humorous situations amid an otherwise tasteless comedy…
Scrubgrass Twp. harassment
Mercer DUI
NBC’s ‘Red Nose Day Special’ raises $30M for kids’ charities
UNIVERSAL CITY, Calif. (AP) — NBC’s “Red Nose Day Special” mixed comedy and musical performances with heartfelt pleas for children in need, raising more than…
Retired cop kills his 2 sleeping kids, then himself
WALLKILL, N.Y. (AP) — A woman came home from work to find that her retired police officer husband had fatally shot their two sleeping children…
Pet of the day 5/27/16
Name: Majic Breed: Retriever, Labrador Mix Age: 2 years Sex: Female Size: Large Color: Black and White Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption Price: $60.00 Majic…
Sunday marks Pennsylvania’s first Fish-for-Free day
From staff reports People visiting Pennsylvania’s popular outdoor spots over the Memorial Day holiday weekend can enjoy a day of free fishing, thanks to the…
Franklin DUI
Cranberry Twp. accident
More defendants waive hearings in drug operation
By SAXON DAUGHERTYStaff writer Twelve defendants charged in connection with a drug trafficking organization responsible for distributing cocaine and heroin in Venango County waived their…
Good Citizen award winners announced
In disarray in December, resilient Pittsburgh in Cup Final
PITTSBURGH (AP) — During his first day on the job in mid-December, Mike Sullivan looked around the Pittsburgh Penguins’ dressing room and saw a couple…
FDA approves first drug-oozing implant to control addiction
WASHINGTON (AP) – Federal health officials on Thursday approved an innovative new option for Americans struggling with addiction to heroin and painkillers: a drug-oozing implant…
Closing arguments next in ‘Shield’ actor’s murder trial
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Closing arguments are scheduled on Friday in the murder trial of Michel Jace, who played a police officer on television, with…
Recent Deaths 5/27/16
Marvelyn A. Masters, 58, of Franklin, passed away at home Friday, May 20, 2016. Michael V. Poerio, 57, of Rimersburg, died Wednesday, May 25, 2016….
‘X-Men’ packs a punch for Lawrence and McAvoy
LONDON (AP) — It always hits the cast hard when they realize they’re back on the set of “X-Men.” Quite literally, they’re going to get…
Diamondbacks squander chances in 8-3 loss to Pirates
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Facing Pirates ace Gerrit Cole, the Arizona Diamondbacks gave themselves plenty of chances to break the game open and grab a win….
Clearfield Twp. burglary
Falls Creek Borough burglary
Memorial Day Menu
This is the season of potluck, whether it’s a gathering of friends and family at a reunion or a picnic down the street. As guests,…
McDonald’s CEO says company is making changes customers want
NEW YORK (AP) — McDonald’s, under intense pressure in a competitive industry, sought to reassure its shareholders Thursday that it is making changes to its…
144 receive diplomas at Oil City graduation
From staff reports Oil City High School handed out diplomas Wednesday to 144 graduates in the Class of 2016. The district’s 139th commencement exercises were…
Dierks Bentley goes dark on his new relationship record
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Country star Dierks Bentley may be known for his boozy party songs like “Drunk On a Plane” or “5-1-5-0,” but as…
Farmington Twp. theft by deception
Pet of the day 5/26/16
Name: Trouble Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Sex: Female Size: Medium Color: White/ Grey Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption Price: $40.00 Trouble can be found at…
Lightning, Penguins set for Game 7
PITTSBURGH (AP) – Sidney Crosby is in no mood to get caught up in his own personal narrative, the one eager to attach whatever happens…
Howe Twp. theft
Richland Twp. hit and run crash
Recent Deaths 5/26/16
Scott W. Hawke, 32, of Northfield, Ohio, passed away suddenly Tuesday, May 24, 2016. For the complete article, please pick up a copy of The…
Man convicted of aggravated indecent assault in two cases
A Franklin man was convicted this week of aggravated indecent assault and other charges by a Venango County jury in two separate cases. Frederick S….
Big Butt Cleanup in Titusville aims to raise tobacco awareness
After school on Tuesday, students from Titusville Area Schools will partner with community members to clean up cigarette butts and other debris in Titusville parks….
Memorable moments from the National Spelling Bee
OXON HILL, Md. (AP) – The 284 kids competing in this year’s Scripps National Spelling Bee got their first opportunity to approach the microphone on…
Freese clobbers bomb in Bucs’ win
PITTSBURGH (AP) – David Freese hit a long two-run home run to cap a four-run fifth inning, Sean Rodriguez also homered and the Pittsburgh Pirates…
Police: 1 dead, 3 wounded in shooting at NYC concert venue
NEW YORK (AP) — One person was killed and three others wounded in a shooting inside a concert venue in New York City, where hip-hop…