OC Redevelopment Authority gets feedback on plans at railroad sites
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer Oil City Redevelopment Authority members had many railroad-related questions for Carl Belke, retired president of the Western New York &…
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer Oil City Redevelopment Authority members had many railroad-related questions for Carl Belke, retired president of the Western New York &…
By HELEN FIELDING Staff writer The coldest time of year can’t dampen the warm-heartedness of a Franklin girl who is organizing an event Saturday to…
EAST PALESTINE, Ohio (AP) — A freight train derailment in Ohio near the Pennsylvania state line left a mangled and charred mass of boxcars and…
WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. military on Saturday shot down a suspected Chinese spy balloon off the Carolina coast after it traversed sensitive military sites…
SUNRISE, Fla. (AP) — Sidney Crosby and Alex Ovechkin have played dozens of regular-season and playoff games against each other since breaking into the NHL…
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Will Beyoncé emerge from the Grammy Awards as its most decorated artist ever? That’s one of the main storylines heading into…
Here we are, a month into 2023 already, and time shows no signs of slowing down! You may have noticed that our column has taken…
From staff reports A free firearms law class will be held from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Quality Inn in Franklin. The class,…
WASHINGTON (AP) — Does the Federal Reserve have it wrong? For months, the Fed has been warily watching the U.S. economy’s robust job gains out of concern…
TAIPEI, Taiwan (AP) — China played down the cancellation of a visit by U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken after a large Chinese balloon suspected…
EAST PALESTINE, Ohio (AP) — A train derailment and resulting large fire prompted an evacuation order in an Ohio village near the Pennsylvania state line…
Jeffrey L. Heber, 59, of Titusville, died Feb. 2, 2023. Genevieve L. Stranford, 95, formerly of Little Genesee, died Feb. 1, 2023. Marilyn A. McClelland,…
(Culinary.net) It’s almost impossible to beat the combination of sweet fruit and decadent desserts. This delicious recipe for Apple Cake highlights the crisp fruit but…
Anne recently came back to us after their owner passed away. Anne is very energetic, playful, and friendly! She is about two years old and…
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer An Oil City woman is facing child endangerment charges for leaving her young children unsupervised while she was passed out…
From staff reports Orders and payments for the American Cancer Society’s Daffodil Days in Venango County are due by Tuesday, Feb. 21. Items available are…
The Associated Press A federal appeals court ruled Thursday that the government can’t stop people who have domestic violence restraining orders against them from owning…
BEIJING (AP) — China said Friday that a balloon spotted over American airspace was used for weather research and was blown off course, despite U.S….
The Associated Press Tom Brady has officially — and finally, he insists — retired from the National Football League. Based on his new movie “80…
Kenneth Grant Johnston, 64, of Oil City, died Jan. 27, 2023. Ruth “Betty” Leuice, 92, of Knox, died Jan. 30, 2023. For complete obituaries,…
This sweet old lady recently came to us as a stray so we do not have any history for her. She is currently undergoing treatment…
(BPT) – Ready to kick off 2023 with new resolutions that will help improve and simplify your routine? Campbell’s FlavorUp! comes in three flavor combinations…
From staff reports State Rep. R. Lee James has opened a district office at 104 N. Washington St. in Titusville. Office hours will be 9…
From staff reports Venango Region Catholic School is offering two scholarships through an essay contest for students who may be interested in attending St. Stephen…
From staff reports The Keystone Fly Fishers of Franklin, a charter chapter of Fly Fishers International, will offer an intermediate fly tying class starting at…
WASHINGTON (AP) — The FBI searched President Joe Biden’s vacation home in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, on Wednesday without turning up any classified documents, the latest…
WASHINGTON (AP) — The most expansive federal report in over two decades on guns and crime shows a shrinking turnaround between the time a gun…
PUNXSUTAWNEY (AP) — A furry critter in a western Pennsylvania town has predicted six more weeks of winter during an annual Groundhog Day celebration. People gathered…
The Associated Press Knock. Knock. It being mid-winter (typically a doldrums in movie theaters), it’s a cozy relief to be able to throw open the…
Ruth Marion Elder Ericson, 89, died. Virginia M. Motzer, 90, of Clarion, formerly of Tionesta, died Jan. 31, 2023. For complete obituaries, pick up…
(BPT) – The new year is a time to refocus on your health and the things that bring you joy. Fortunately, what you eat can…
Malia recently came back to us because her owners could no longer care for her. She is around 5 years old and is a very…
Proper pruning of landscape trees improves their structural strength, maintains their health, enhances their beauty, and increases their value. Why Prune Trees? Proper pruning of…
The leaves have all been raked up, it’s cold outside, and maybe there’s a layer of snow on the ground. While it seems like your…
By HELEN FIELDING Staff writer An Erie County man is facing drug and assault charges in connection with an incident early Tuesday morning in Pleasantville….
From staff reports Venango County will sponsor an upcoming collection event for both household hazardous waste and electronics from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday,…
From staff reports National Fuel Gas Distribution Corp. has submitted to the state Public Utility Commission its quarterly adjustment to gas supply charges, and the…
HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — Decades before the infamous Salem witch trials in Massachusetts, Alse Young was killed at the gallows in Connecticut, becoming the first…
CHICAGO (AP) — Emboldened anti-abortion activists are looking to the 2024 presidential election as an opportunity to solidify their influence over the Republican Party. Susan…
WASHINGTON (AP) — Inflation is cooling, and parts of the economy appear to be weakening. But Chair Jerome Powell is likely Wednesday to underscore that…
SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — Prosecutors linked Alec Baldwin to an expansive list of alleged failures in firearms safety as they filed a felony involuntary…
Larry E. Linamen, 75, of Licking Twp., died Jan. 30, 2023. Richard D. Miller, 71, died Jan. 30, 2023. Aldene K. Henderson, 90, of Pleasantville,…
By GILLIAN WHITE Student contributor “Seeing an animal come in with bad health, regain their strength, and go to a caring home is amazingly fulfilling,…
By WILLIAM MCMAHON Student contributor The JV and Varsity region matchup between the Oil City Oilers and the Conneaut Area Eagles was a blowout for…
(BPT) – From casual gatherings to formal parties, the holidays are full of opportunities to elevate your meals with seafood. Whether you’re an experienced home…
Lila came to us as a stray so we do not have any history for her. This sweet girl is around four years old and…
Scammers are taking advantage of new opportunities to commit fraud. There has been an increase in VA education benefits fraud by VA-approved schools that are…
From staff reports Youth ages 8 to 16 have been rehearsing for their upcoming performances of “Rainbow Fish” at the Barrow-Civic Theatre in Franklin. The…
Rocky Grove High School students Miranda Gardner, Tyler Haylett, Bishop Williams and Jaden Lang recently attended the Tri-State Honor Band Festival at Mercyhurst University in…