Police: Baltimore block party shooting leaves 2 dead, 28 injured
BALTIMORE (AP) — Two people were killed and 28 were wounded when gunfire erupted at a block party in Baltimore Sunday morning, including three who…
Burnes takes perfect game into the sixth as Brewers hold off Pirates 11-8
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Corbin Burnes is never going to complain about getting too much offensive support. Even if another big inning by his Milwaukee Brewers…
What to know about Fourth of July holiday origins and traditions
ST. LOUIS (AP) — The Fourth of July is Americana at its core: parades and cookouts and cold beer and, of course, fireworks. Those pyrotechnics…
OC Library theater restoration group sets fundraisers
From staff reports The committee working on the Oil City Library’s theater restoration is kicking off its fundraising with three events to be held this…
Supreme Court rejects Biden’s plan to wipe away $400 billion in student loan debt
WASHINGTON (AP) — A sharply divided Supreme Court on Friday effectively killed President Joe Biden’s $400 billion plan to cancel or reduce federal student loan…
State to begin new fiscal year without budget plan in place
HARRISBURG (AP) — Republicans who control Pennsylvania’s Senate passed spending legislation hours ahead of Saturday’s start of a new fiscal year, but they lacked agreement…
From human ashes to cellphones, what’s going on with concert fans lately?
NEW YORK (AP) — From flinging bras to tossing flowers, concertgoers have long been a bit extra in showing adoration for their beloved artists —…
Recent Deaths 7/1/23
Norma M. Cairns, 91, of Titusville, died June 28, 2023. Branton N. Cornor, 46, of Oil City, died June 25, 2023. Vincent C. Widmer, 85,…
Pet of the Day 6/30/23
Meet Grover, the sweet Labrador retriever mix! Grover came to us as a stray so we do not have any history for him, we estimated…
Date Nut Granola Bars
(Family Features) Nutritious eating, including smarter snacking, is an important way to protect your heart and maintain overall health and wellness. While many people understand…
Redevelopment Includes Greenspaces Too
When discussing redevelopment, we often think primarily about buildings or industrial sites being cleaned up and developed as another structure or business space. Redevelopment can…
Several events planned in July at Oil Creek
From staff reports Oil Creek State Park has several activities planned in July. Here’s a look at what the park is offering: Aqua hike An…
Supreme Court’s affirmative action ruling leaves colleges looking for new ways to promote diversity
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court has sent shockwaves through higher education with a landmark decision that struck down affirmative action and left colleges across…
Padres’ skid reaches 5 as Davis’ 3rd hit of game lifts Pirates to 5-4 win
PITTSBURGH (AP) — San Diego’s first half couldn’t have been much more disappointing. The Padres wasted a four-run lead in a 5-4 loss to Pittsburgh…
Review: Ford gets swashbuckling sendoff in ‘Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny’
The Associated Press Goodbyes don’t tend to mean much in the Hollywood franchise system. Death isn’t a reliable end for characters or, lately, even actors….
Recent Deaths 6/30/23
Sylvia J. Woodburne, of Fresno CA, formerly of Riverside, CA, and Rochester, NY, died April 4, 2023. Geraldine M. Ochs, 88, of Lucinda, died June…
Pet of the Day 6/29/23
Hazel was recently surrendered to us and originally came from an Amish farm, so we have no history for her. Here at the shelter, Hazel…
Chicken Caesar Salad Charcuterie Board
(Family Features) Summer celebrations come in many forms – backyard games, fun at the pool, time with family – but perhaps a favorite is enjoying…
Franklin man facing felony charges for ATV theft
From staff reports A Franklin man is facing three felony charges in connection with the theft of an ATV from a garage in Cranberry Township….
Public meeting set on Tionesta Lake master plan revision
From staff reports The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District is hosting a public meeting and public comment period to kick off the Tionesta…
Expect a hot, smoky summer in much of America. Here’s why you’d better get used to it
The Associated Press The only break much of America can hope for anytime soon from eye-watering dangerous smok e from fire-struck Canada is brief bouts…
Police release video of officer killing gunman, ending mass shooting at Texas mall
ALLEN, Texas (AP) — Police released video footage on Wednesday of an officer killing a neo-Nazi gunman, quickly ending a mass shooting that left eight…
Keller cruises through 6, Pirates score 5 times in 7th to beat Padres 7-1
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Mitch Keller allowed one run in six innings and the Pittsburgh Pirates scored five times in the seventh to rout the San…
Recent Deaths 6/29/23
Sally A. Reed, of Tidioute, died June 27, 2023. Linda E. Porath, 80, of Oil City, died June 27, 2023. Richard R. “Waldo” Wilson, 73,…
Pet of the Day 6/28/23
If you are looking to add a happy, go lucky, WIGGLY dog to your home, look no further! Otter came to us a stray so…
Grab and Go Pizza Popcorn
(Family Features) When hunger strikes and family fun calls for a snack to keep the excitement going, take your kiddos to the kitchen to whip…
15 Homemade Organic Gardening Sprays That Actually Work
Back when I started my first garden, a certain celebrity gardener and his books of gardening concoctions were all the rage. You could tell when…
Man already facing many charges accused of stealing motorcycle
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer A Rimersburg man who is facing charges in five counties has been accused of stealing a motorcycle from a business…
Franklin board OKs purchase of more emergency systems
By HELEN FIELDING Staff writer Students and staff within Franklin High School will soon have more precise options for calling emergency personnel thanks to the…
State trooper killed in ambush is lauded as a hero during funeral service
ERIE (AP) — A Pennsylvania state trooper who was shot and killed earlier this month when he went to work on his day off after…
Rookie Gonzales homers, triples in his home debut; Pirates beat Padres 9-4
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Pirates used the seventh overall pick in the 2020 draft on Nick Gonzales in part because of the power he’s…
Seacrest will host ‘Wheel of Fortune’ after Sajak retires next year
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The category? “Proper Name.” The answer? Ryan Seacrest, who will become the new “Wheel of Fortune” host after Pat Sajak’s retirement…
Recent Deaths 6/28/23
Joyce E. Girts, 78, of Strattanville, died June 26, 2023. John Edward Kozakovsky, 72, of Seneca, died June 26, 2023. Mary S. Mensch, 75, of…
Pet of the Day 6/27/23
If you like big cats, we have the perfect girl for you! Belgian came to us when her owners could no longer care for her….
Graham Cracker Picnic Mix
(Family Features) When hunger strikes and family fun calls for a snack to keep the excitement going, take your kiddos to the kitchen to whip…
State gets $1.16B for internet expansion
From staff reports Pennsylvania will receive $1,161,778,272 from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act to expand high-speech internet access across the state, according to a…
Franklin Liberty Fest parade winners announced
By HELEN FIELDING Staff writer The City of Franklin events and marketing office has announced the winners of this year’s Liberty Fest parade, which took…
In an audio recording Trump discusses a ‘highly confidential’ document
WASHINGTON (AP) — An audio recording from a meeting in which former President Donald Trump discusses a “highly confidential” document with an interviewer appears to…
States clamp down on freight trains, fearing derailments and federal gridlock
HARRISBURG (AP) — Spurred on by train derailments, some states with busy criss-crossing freight railroads are pursuing their own safety remedies rather than wait for…
Lawyers for Pittsburgh synagogue gunman argue he is mentally ill
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The gunman convicted in the deadliest antisemitic attack in U.S. history had psychotic, delusional and paranoid symptoms that made him unable to…
Recent Deaths 6/27/23
Donald R. Malone, Sr., died June 23, 2023. For complete obituaries, pick up a copy of The Derrick for this day or purchase this…
Pet of the Day 6/26/23
Meet Waffle, the gorgeous 6-year-old domestic short hair. With her silky black coat and gorgeous green eyes, this sweetheart is eye catching and is extremely…
Peanut Butter and Jelly Popcorn
(Family Features) When hunger strikes and family fun calls for a snack to keep the excitement going, take your kiddos to the kitchen to whip…
Health Subcommittee Hearing
The House Veterans’ Affairs Subcommittee on Health held a hearing on pending legislation. Witnesses from VA answered questions on its policies and procedures for improving…
1 firefighter, 2 residents injured in Cornplanter structure fire
From staff reports Ben Schwab, Cornplanter fire chief, confirmed that one firefighter and two residents were transported with unknown injuries to UPMC Northwest from a…
Algae in the Allegheny ‘could pose a significant problem’
By RANDY BARTLEY Staff writer Over the years there have been many changes in the Allegheny River, and one recent change has caused concern in…
International group of agencies investigates loss of submersible carrying 5 people to the Titanic
The Associated Press An international group of agencies is investigating the loss of the Titan submersible, seeking to determine what caused it to implode while…
Rookie Eury Pérez works 6 dominant innings to lead Marlins past Pirates 2-0
MIAMI (AP) — Rookie Eury Pérez scattered four hits and struck out nine in six dominant innings to lead the Miami Marlins to a 2-0…
‘Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse’ slings back into box office top spot
LOS ANGELES (AP) — “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse” slung its webs back atop the box office ranks while “The Flash” saw a drop faster than…
Oil City Council moves forward with planned hotel purchase
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer Oil City Council voted Thursday to move forward with the planned purchase of the former Days Inn hotel property by…