Recent Deaths 9/26/23
Lois A. Callahan, 84, of Franklin, died Sept. 22, 2023. For complete obituaries, pick up a copy of The Derrick for this day or…
Pet of the Day 9/25/23
Meet the sweet Sequoia! Sequoia came to us with the rest of her siblings as part of our national park litter. She is a typical…
Kielbasa and Veggie Kebabs
(Family Features) Concoct a winning game plan, gather the parking lot games and call the biggest fans you know – it’s tailgating season. This year,…
A stroll before school
By ISABELLA WHITLING Student contributor Cranberry High School’s “Walk to School Day,” an annual event hosted by the CRANA club to promote healthy habits, was…
Diabetes program set Oct. 4 in Oil City
From staff reports A program with the theme “Diabetes: Fact and Figures” will be held at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 4, at Oil City Healthcare…
Biden administration announces $1.4 billion to improve rail safety, boost capacity
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Biden administration announced Monday that it has awarded more than $1.4 billion to projects that improve railway safety and boost capacity,…
Reds rally past Pirates 4-2 in Votto’s possible home finale
CINCINNATI (AP) — TJ Friedl hit a two-run homer and drove in the tiebreaking run in the seventh inning as the Cincinnati Reds bounced back…
Pickett passes for 2 touchdowns as Steelers top 23-18
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Even picking up first downs was a challenge for Pittsburgh’s offense in the first two games, so much so that fans…
‘Expend4bles’ opens with epic flop while ‘Nun 2’ claims top spot again
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Sylvester Stallone and Jason Statham weren’t enough to save “ Expend4bles ” from a debut box office flop. The fourth installment…
Recent Deaths 9/25/23
Joseph P. Gayetty, 57, of Reno, died Sept. 22, 2023. Timothy George Woods, 77, of Oil City, died Sept. 22, 2023. For complete obituaries,…
Planning Commission approves solar development in Cranberry
By KARA O’NEIL Staff Writer The Venango County Regional Planning Commission, during its meeting on Tuesday, gave approval on a solar development for Cranberry Township….
I-80 exit will have 1 more spot for drivers to fill up
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer Plans to build a large Sheetz in Barkeyville were approved by the Venango County Regional Planning Commission at their meeting…
NASA’s first asteroid samples streaking toward Earth after release from spacecraft
The Associated Press A space capsule carrying NASA’s first asteroid samples streaked toward a touchdown in the Utah desert Sunday to cap a seven-year journey….
The threat of wildfires is rising. So are new artificial intelligence solutions to fight them
LONDON (AP) — Wildfires fueled by climate change have ravaged communities from Maui to the Mediterranean this summer, killing many people, exhausting firefighters and fueling…
Pirates overcome 9-run deficit for first time since team started in 1882, beat Reds 13-12
CINCINNATI (AP) — A surprise in 2023 following a 100-loss season, the Cincinnati Reds and their beleaguered bullpen were dealt a staggering blow by the…
2 men, 1 woman accused in drug case
By HELEN FIELDING Staff Writer Two Oil City men and a Franklin woman are facing drug charges, including possession with intent to deliver, after police…
Road upgrades will continue in Venango
From staff reports The state is reminding motorists to be aware of lane restrictions along Route 8, Route 417 and Deep Hollow Road in Venango…
Federal government is headed into a shutdown. What does it mean, who’s hit, what’s next?
WASHINGTON (AP) — The federal government is heading toward a shutdown that will disrupt many services, squeeze workers and roil politics as Republicans in the…
Pirates score two runs in 7th, rally to beat Reds 7-5
CINCINNATI (AP) — Bryan Reynolds drove in the tying run in the seventh inning with an RBI single and scored the go-ahead run two batters…
Amazon Prime Video will soon come with ads, or a $2.99 monthly charge to dodge them
The Associated Press Amazon Prime Video will include advertising during shows and movies starting early next year, joining other streaming services that have added different…
Recent Deaths 9/23/23
Hubert W. “Hube” Sharp, 86, of Oil City, died Sept. 22, 2023. Beth Ann White Fryery, 59, of Lecompte, died Sept. 13, 2023. James E….
Pet of the Day 9/22/23
Meet the handsome Smokey! Smokey came to us with the rest of his litter as strays and has spent the last several weeks in a…
Blackened Shrimp Tacos with Creole Remoulade Slaw
(Family Features) Whether seafood night at your house means sauteed shrimp, baked fish or anything in between, it’s an exciting excuse to bring the family…
‘Arts In Common’ opening night postponed
From staff reports The “Arts In Common” opening night event at the Coria Jacobs Gallery in Franklin that was originally scheduled to take place this…
ORAS hosts event to safely view partial eclipse
From staff reports ORAS is hosting a public presentation at 10 a.m., Saturday, Oct. 14 at the Oil Region Astronomy Learning Center, located on Camp…
Government shutdown risk spikes as House Republicans leave town in disarray amid hard-right revolt
WASHINGTON (AP) — With House Speaker Kevin McCarthy’s latest funding plan in ruins and lawmakers leaving town for the weekend, there’s no endgame in sight…
Andujar, Palacios drive in 3 runs apiece as Pirates beat Cubs 8-6
CHICAGO (AP) — Miguel Andújar had thee hits and drove in three runs, Joshua Palacios hit a pinch-hit three-run homer in the ninth inning, and…
Review: Stallone, Statham are back in ‘Expend4bles’
The Associated Press It’s a throwaway line, but maybe a bit too meaningful, under the circumstances. “Gravity is setting in,” says Barney, Sylvester Stallone’s aging…
Recent Deaths 9/22/23
Robert F. “Bob” Kircher, Sr., 95, of Parker, died Sept. 17, 2023. Harry V. Kaltenbach, 83, of Knox, died Sept. 21, 2023. Laura Faraone died…
Pet of the Day 9/21/23
Denali came to us with her siblings as strays and has been in foster where she is growing, playing, and socializing everyday! Denali is a…
Orange Shrimp Quinoa Bowls
(Culinary.net) If you’re looking for a dinner or lunch combination that is wholesome, filling and, of course, easy, you’re not alone. Meal prepping is a…
New Coria Jacobs gallery prepares for first show
By HELEN FIELDING Staff Writer Franklin’s new contemporary art gallery, the Coria Jacobs Gallery, will open its first show, titled “Arts In Common,” which will…
Venango County Conservation Hall of Fame seeks nominees
From staff reports Nominations are now being accepted for 2023 induction into the Venango County Conservation Hall of Fame. The hall, which honors men and…
McCarthy struggles to pass temporary spending bill to avoid shutdown
WASHINGTON (AP) — With no clear strategy, no sure support and not much time left, House Speaker Kevin McCarthy nevertheless vowed Wednesday he would not…
Cubs lose 13-7 to Pirates as Palacios hits 3-run homer
CHICAGO (AP) — Joshua Palacios hit a three-run homer in a seven-run fourth inning and the Chicago Cubs’ postseason drive remained stalled with their sixth…
Review: Star-making turn for Eve Hewson in feel-good ‘Flora and Son’
The Associated Press John Carney, the Irish filmmaker of “Once,” “Sing Street” and “Begin Again,” makes the movie version of “three chords and the truth.”…
Recent Deaths 9/21/23
Edward E. Goodman, 65, of Franklin, died Sept. 18, 2023. Susan E. Sanford, 75, of Oil City, died Sept. 19, 2023. Carol J. (Lightner) Campbell,…
Pet of the Day 9/20/23
This handsome boy is approximately 3 years old, and looking to find a new best friend! We do not know much about Kibbe’s history, but…
Roasted Sweet Potatoes Brown Butter Pierogies
(Family Features) Putting away the homework, turning off electronics and spending a little quality time together can help ease everyday stresses. Add a cozy meal…
Cranberry man faces burglary, other charges
By KARA O’NEIL Staff Writer A Cranberry Township man is facing charges after being accused of causing a disturbance and attempting to break into a…
Traffic delays expected during Oil City parade
From staff reports Delays in traffic are to be expected along West First Street in Oil City on Thursday evening during the joint Oil City-Cranberry…
Democrats retain narrow control of state House after special election
HARRISBURG (AP) — Democrats will retain their one-vote majority in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives after voters in Pittsburgh on Tuesday elected former congressional aide…
Canario’s grand slam helps Cubs rout Pirates 14-1
CHICAGO (AP) — Rookie Alexander Canario hit a grand slam for his first major league home run in an eight-run eighth inning, and the Chicago…
Review: ‘Dumb Money’ recalls GameStop squeeze
The Associated Press The little guy — or at least the little guy with a few hundred bucks to sink into the stock market —…
Recent Deaths 9/20/23
James G. Showers, of Cooperstown, died Sept. 19, 2023. Richard Kent “RK” Smith, 87, died Sept. 15, 2023. Shirley A. Barnes, 82, of Brookville, formerly…
Pet of the Day 9/19/23
Meet Delilah! This sweet girl was surrendered to us because her previous owners could not provide her with the attention that she needs. Delilah is…
Stuffed Bell Pepper Casserole
(Culinary.net) On weeknights, many families rush around trying to prepare for the next day. While these moments can be stressful, the silver lining of the…
Oil Valley Film Festival winners announced
From staff reports The 2023 Oil Valley Film Festival featured 26 films, representing eight different countries, at the eighth annual Oil Valley Film Festival from…
Political divide emerges on Ukraine aid package as Zelenskyy heads to Washington
WASHINGTON (AP) — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s visit to Washington this week comes at a critical juncture for his alliance with the United States as…
T.J. Watt’s scoop-and-score lifts Steelers past Browns 26-22
PITTSBURGH (AP) — T.J. Watt and Alex Highsmith knew what was coming. Maybe the Cleveland Browns should have, too. It’s the same thing that always…