PetFest back in Franklin on Saturday
By HELEN FIELDING Staff writer Canines, felines and assorted other furred and feathered Venango County residents are invited to bring their humans to downtown Franklin…
Special grand jury report that aided Georgia probe leading to Trump’s indictment is set for release
ATLANTA (AP) — A judge on Friday is expected to release the full report compiled by a special grand jury that helped an investigation by…
Purdy, Pickett begin 2nd season with lofty goals as 49ers meet Steelers
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Kenny Pickett and Brock Purdy crossed paths during the run-up to the 2022 NFL draft. They weren’t expected to do the same in…
Review: In ‘Big Fat Greek Wedding 3,’ the wedding’s in Greece and the formula feels ancient
The Associated Press “We’re getting married!” This rather inevitable line crops up early in “My Big Fat Greek Wedding 3,” and if you’re like me,…
Recent Deaths 9/8/23
Dorothy F. McCleery McMullen, 95, of Oil City, died Sept. 6, 2023. Ronald L. (Ron) Lusher, 87, of Franklin, died Sept. 6, 2023. Donald “Don”…
Pet of the Day 9/7/23
This handsome little guy was found all alone at our local ford car dealership, which is how he got his name. Ford is a really…
Arkansas Possum Pie
(Culinary.net) The star of your next spread can be hidden away in the refrigerator for a surprise delight for your guests. It’s topped with chocolate…
Franklin man accused of stealing gun, other items
By HELEN FIELDING Staff writer A Franklin man is facing theft charges after allegedly stealing a gun and other items from his nephew’s residence in…
Rental rehabilitation pilot program opens Friday
From staff reports The Venango County Housing Rehabilitation Program, on Friday, will launch a pilot program component to address needed rehabilitation projects for rental units….
Biden administration cancels remaining oil, gas leases in Alaska’s Arctic Refuge
JUNEAU, Alaska (AP) — In an aggressive move that angered Republicans, the Biden administration canceled the seven remaining oil and gas leases in Alaska’s Arctic…
Ji Hwan Bae’s first career triple helps rally Pirates past Brewers
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Every time Ji Hwan Bae makes contact with a baseball, he’s thinking triple. Yet for the first 102 games of the utility…
Alexander Payne makes ’em like they used to: Fall Movie Preview
NEW YORK (AP) — The great films of the 1970s have long loomed in the imagination of filmmakers raised during one of the most fertile…
Recent Deaths 9/7/23
Chester Lawrence Roxberry, Sr., of Franklin, died Sept. 1, 2023. Phineas Richard Rudolph, 89, of North East, died Sept. 2, 2023. Herbert C. Thrush, 87,…
Pet of the Day 9/6/23
Do you love fresh fruits and veggies? Look no further! Our garden litter is ripe for the picking! Zucchini came to us several weeks ago…
Caramelized Bananas
(Culinary.net) Satisfying your craving for dessert just got a lot easier. These Caramelized Bananas are a delicious combination of crunchy caramel on the outside and…
Guidelines for Harvesting Vegetables
Many experienced gardeners agree that the more you garden, the more there is to learn. This is especially true with growing vegetables. Seed packets and…
Man accused of corruption of minors for incidents with girl, 14
From staff reports An Ohio man is facing charges for having inappropriate contact with a 14-year-old Oil City girl he met over the internet. Franklin…
Bridge Builders taking grant applications
From staff reports Bridge Builders Community Foundations is now accepting applications for the following grants: Venango Discretionary Grants: for programs and projects that serve Venango County….
Oil prices spike as Saudi Arabia, Russia extend oil cut through December
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Saudi Arabia and Russia agreed Tuesday to extend their voluntary oil production cuts through the end of this year,…
Woodruff pitches 7 scoreless innings to lift Brewers over Pirates 7-3
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Brandon Woodruff pitched seven shutout innings and Mark Canha’s two-run single capped a six-run fifth inning as the NL Central-leading Milwaukee Brewers…
Fall Movie Preview: Hollywood readies for season with stars on sidelines
NEW YORK (AP) — Hollywood is at a standstill. Actors and screenwriters are months into a dual strike. Film sets are dark. But the movies…
Recent Deaths 9/6/23
Eunice M. Hanna, 93, of Nectarine, died Sept. 4, 2023. Henry L. Dreshman, 69, of Emlenton, formally of Munhall,died Aug. 22, 2023. Frederick L. Neal,…
Pet of the Day 9/5/23
Our garden litter is ripe and ready for picking! Cucumber came to us with her mom and siblings several weeks ago. She has been spending…
Sunshine Smoothie
(Culinary.net) Try this Sunshine Smoothie for something cool and refreshing. This recipe will have nearly everyone feeling re-energized. Find more recipes and ideas at Culinary.net….
Progress Against Claim Sharks
New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy signed state legislation which makes it a violation of the Consumer Fraud Act for unaccredited individuals to receive unlawful compensation…
Pet crematory has opened in Franklin
By HELEN FIELDING Staff writer Those who have lost a four-legged, furry or feathered friend have a new place in Venango County where they can…
Art show to open at new Graffiti Gallery location
By HELEN FIELDING Staff writer The Oil City Arts Council’s Graffiti Gallery in Oil City is moving to a new location, and its inaugural exhibit…
Congress returns to try to prevent shutdown; GOP weighs an impeachment inquiry
WASHINGTON (AP) — After months of struggling to find agreement on just about anything in a divided Congress, lawmakers are returning to Capitol Hill to…
Hayes, Suwinski homer as Pirates send Brewers to 2nd straight loss
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Pirates have spent the better part of a decade being relegated to the role of spoiler when September rolls around….
‘Equalizer 3’ cleans up, while ‘Barbie’ and ‘Oppenheimer’ score new records
The Associated Press The third installment in the Denzel Washington-led “Equalizer” franchise topped the domestic box office this weekend with $34.5 million according to studio…
Recent Deaths 9/5/23
Lester J. Wright, 84, of Cochranton, died, Sept. 1, 2023. Evan S. Pippin, 75, of Kossuth, died Sept. 1, 2023. Sara Jane Troupe, 96, of…
Some new good eats options have popped up in Franklin
By HELEN FIELDING Staff writer The summer months have seen a few new dining options offered in Franklin. A few weeks after its grand opening…
Students put a lot of faith in mission to help Jamaicans
By RANDY BARTLEY Staff writer Over the past 14 years, Cranberry Area High School teacher Trisha Dixon has been taking students on mission trips to…
Russia attacks a Ukrainian port before key grain deal talks
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Two people were hospitalized following a 3½-hour Russian drone barrage on a port in Ukraine’s Odesa region on Sunday, officials said….
Palacios’ pinch hit home run in 9th lifts Pirates over Cardinals
ST. LOUIS (AP) — Josh Palacios hit a pinch hit home run off Drew VerHagen in the top of the ninth inning to help the…
2 Oil City men facing theft charges
By HELEN FIELDING Staff writer Two Oil City men are facing misdemeanor charges of theft and loitering for taking a central air conditioning unit from…
Winners announced for Oil Region Alliance tourism awards
From staff reports The Oil Region Alliance of Business, Industry & Tourism has announced the winners of its third annual Oil Region tourism awards. The…
Children hit hardest by the pandemic are now the big kids at school
The Associated Press They were the kids most disrupted by the pandemic, the ones who were still learning to write their names and tie their…
Pirates beat Cardinals 4-2 and extend win streak to 4 games
ST. LOUIS (AP) — Andrew McCutchen came off the bench and knocked in the go-ahead run on an error in the 10th inning, helping the…
‘Margaritaville’ singer Jimmy Buffett dies at 76
NEW YORK (AP) — Singer-songwriter Jimmy Buffett, who popularized beach bum soft rock with the escapist Caribbean-flavored song “Margaritaville” and turned that celebration of loafing…
Recent Deaths 9/2/23
Carl S. Aaron, 83, of Tionesta, died Aug. 31, 2023. Barbara Ann (Delahunty) Carlson, 85, formerly of New Cumberland, died Aug. 10, 2023. William L….
Strawberries and Cream Popcorn
(Family Features) Perfect for a picnic, celebrating a birthday or just enjoying time with family and friends, the classic combination of strawberries and cream serves…
Pet of the Day 9/1/23
Who doesn’t love fresh fruits and vegetables? Our garden litter is finally ripe and ready for picking! Tomato came to us with her mom, Garden,…
Make Preservation a Part of Redevelopment Plan
When talking about development or redevelopment, it is important to look not only at progress but also at preservation. Taking historical or architectural preservation and…
Man accused of luring girl into vehicle
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer A Franklin man is facing charges for luring a young girl into his vehicle following a dispute between the girl…
Benjamin’s closing on Saturday
From staff reports Benjamin’s Roadhouse at the corner of Liberty and 12th streets in Franklin will be closing its doors this weekend, at least for…
Biden administration proposes rule that would require more firearms dealers to run background checks
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Biden administration is proposing a rule that would require thousands more firearms dealers to run background checks, in an effort to…
State will end state funding for anti-abortion counseling centers
HARRISBURG (AP) — For nearly 30 years, Democratic and Republican lawmakers in Pennsylvania have approved millions of taxpayer dollars for an anti-abortion program. Now the…
‘Walking Dead’ spinoffs, ‘Interview With the Vampire’ can resume with actors’ union approval
LOS ANGELES (AP) — A pair of spinoffs of “The Walking Dead” and the next season of “Interview With the Vampire” can resume production despite…
Recent Deaths 9/1/23
Brenda Kay (Hilliard) Porter, 60, of Sigel, died Aug. 30, 2023. Helen Futyma, 98, of Oil City, died Aug. 31, 2023. For complete obituaries,…