May 2019


A Day at the Hatch

By HUNTER REDFIELD – Student Contributor As a fly fisherman, nothing seems to be more amazing than fishing a hatch. Fish are rising everywhere and…


Pet of the day 5/31/19

Thor is an approximately 3 year old, male German Shepherd surrendered to the rescue when the owners were no longer able to afford proper care…


Tartar Sauce

1 pint mayonnaise 2/3 cup dill pickle relish 2 tablespoons white onion, minced 1 ounce lemon juice Pickle juice to taste Mix ingredients together, refrigerate…







Recent Deaths 5/31/19

Frederick T. Hinds, Jr., 88, of Oil City, died May 29, 2019. Barbara Jane (Hanna) Hess, 84, of Grants Pass, Oregon, formerly of Oil City,…



Pet of the day 5/30/19

Name: Kitana Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 2 years Gender: Female Size: Small Color: Orange/ White Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Kitana can be found at…








Recent Deaths 5/30/19

Calvin L. “Cal” Forsell, 61, of Franklin, died May 27, 2019. Susanne J. Rhea, 77, of Clarion, died May 28, 2019. John P. “Jack” Slye,…




Favorite Annual Flowers

Long tables covered with healthy, deep green plants filled the Belmont Sports Complex in Kittanning for the Armstrong County Penn State Master Gardener’s Plant Sale….


Pet of the day 5/29/19

Name: Grizzly Breed: German Shepherd Mix Gender: Male Size: XL Color: Black/ Red Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Grizzly can be found at Venango County Humane…


Brunch Bites

(Family Features) A perfect addition to your brunch table, these savory Mini Ham and Avocado Biscuit Sliders are quick and easy to make. For even…







Recent Deaths 5/29/19

Suzanne Rhea, 77, of Clarion, died May 28, 2019. Calvin L. “Cal” Forsell, 61, of Franklin, died May 27, 2019. Erma R. Kirchner, 94, of…



Pet of the day 5/28/19

Christopher is a male kitten, he is current on vaccines and friendly and playful. Christopher can be found at Tri-County Animal Rescue Center.








Recent Deaths 5/28/19

Richard Kevin “Coonie” Jackson, 63, of Emlenton, died May 24, 2019. Regina Schiffer Rehberg, 93, of Oil City, died May 24, 2019. Tim V. Zanot,…


Cranberry Cookout

By JENNA SEIGWORTH Student contributor “You know it’s a good day when you’re sharing noodle salad with your best friends,” said music teacher Michael Poff….


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OC wants tougher enforcement

By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer Oil City Council is considering a new ordinance that is designed to put some “teeth” into enforcing property nuisances…


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Cranberry recycling is ending

By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer Cranberry Township’s bins for recycled materials are about to go away. The township supervisors voted Thursday to discontinue the…






Coffee with the Cops at FHS

From staff reports Franklin junior and senior high school students had the opportunity to socialize with local law enforcement officers during a Coffee with the…