September 2019
Franklin couple arrested for drugs, endangering child
By ROSEMARY FIELDING Staff writer Sugarcreek Borough police arrested a Franklin couple Friday morning on child endangerment and drug charges. Larry E. Lawson, 26, and…
Library opens at St. Stephen School
St. Stephen School students, from left, Kaleb Rossiter, Abigail (last name not provided), Evelynne Lineman and Kasey Cross check out books in a new library…
States split by party on accepting Purdue Pharma settlement
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The opioid crisis has hit virtually every pocket of the U.S., from rural towns in deeply conservative states to big cities in…
Rizzo’s slam among 5 Cubs homers, Chicago rips Bucs 17-8
CHICAGO (AP) — After a rough start, Anthony Rizzo, Willson Contreras and the Chicago Cubs rebounded with an overwhelming response at the plate. Rizzo hit…
Eddie Money, ‘Two Tickets to Paradise’ singer, dies at 70
The Associated Press Eddie Money, who left behind a career as a New York police officer to become one of the top-selling rock stars of…
Recent Deaths 9/14/19
Margaret L. “Peg” Cicciarelli, 77, of Rimersburg, died Sept. 13, 2019. John Shoup Craig died Sept. 12, 2019. Norma (Mahan) Brown, 84, of Brookville, died…
Athlete of the Week: Kalynne Ziegler
By ANNA MOORE Student contributor Athlete of the Week goes to one of the many hard working individuals at Cranberry High School, junior Kalynne Ziegler….
Simple Kid-Friendly Sliders
(Family Features) For those busy nights plan, on this simple yet savory sliders recipe. Kids are almost certain to love the taste and you will…
Pet of the Day 9/13/19
Max, a year-old neutered male, is an American Pit Bull Terrier mix. He has a brindle and white coat and brown eyes. Max is a…
5 pounds of marijuana found after I-80 traffic stop
From staff reports State police say two California men are facing charges after about 5 pounds of marijuana and other drug-related items were found in…
Bike-riding traveler wants to shift focus of end-of-life care
By SARAH TITLEY Staff writer A man on a bicycle tour of Pennsylvania made a brief stop in Rocky Grove Wednesday afternoon to speak to…
China to lift punitive tariffs on US soybeans, pork
BEIJING (AP) — China will lift punitive tariffs imposed on U.S. soybeans and pork in a trade war with Washington, a state news agency said…
Musgrove sharp, Stallings homers as Pirates top Giants 4-2
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Joe Musgrove made some adjustments to his delivery, and he’s enjoying the results. Musgrove pitched five shutout innings and hit a…
Review: Terrific cast but too much white noise in ‘Silence’
The Associated Press Market it right, and you can get people to pay for literally anything these days. Especially in Manhattan. That’s why it’s not…
Recent Deaths 9/13/19
Barbara J. Pleger, 83, formerly of Henry’s Bend, died Sept. 10, 2019. Mary Woods, 86, of Titusville, died Sept. 9, 2019. Bessie “Betty” Margaret Hoover,…
United Way Gives Gracious Donation to Cranberry Closet
By AMBER HOLT AND DEVIN ZERBE Student contributors In the beginning of the school year, Cranberry High School’s C.A.R.E. team received a bountiful donation from…
Pet of the Day 9/12/19
Kitty Witty, a domestic short hair, is a 4-year-old neutered female. She has a buff and white coat, bright green eyes, and a pink nose….
Harvest Fruit and Oat Energy Bites
Family Features Recipe courtesy of Emily Caruso of Jelly Toast on behalf of Milk. Love What’s Real Servings: 10, 2 bites per serving 1/2 cup…
Dirt bike theft
False reports
Oil City burglary
Kennerdell woman facing burglary, assault charges
From staff reports State police say a Kennerdell woman is facing felony charges for letting herself into a Rockland Township residence Monday and hitting and…
Innis Street work nears completion
A crew from J.C. Lee Construction and Supply lays concrete on one of the many updated ADA curb ramps along Innis Street in Oil City…
Government plans to ban flavors used in e-cigarettes
WASHINGTON (AP) — The federal government will act to ban thousands of flavors used in e-cigarettes, President Donald Trump said Wednesday, responding to a recent…
Pirates take fight to Giants, Vázquez closes out 27th save
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Through a long, losing season, the Pittsburgh Pirates have learned to celebrate each other for even the small accomplishments and try…
Review: Adaptation of ‘The Goldfinch’ is elegant but flawed
The Associated Press Everything is beautiful in John Crowley’s adaptation of “The Goldfinch ,” even the grilled cheese sandwich that a kind stranger makes for…
Recent Deaths 9/12/19
Susan Kathleen Solida, 72, died Sept. 10, 2019. John Edward “Bud” Greer, 91, of Seneca, died Sept. 8, 2019. Ellen W. Lawrence, 88, of Clarion,…
Walk to School Day
By JACOB UMSTEAD and HUNTER REDFIELD Student contributors On Wednesday, Sept. 11, several students and staff participated in “Walk to School” day, an annual event…
Shattered Skylines and Scattered Steel
By DYLAN LU with contributions by HANNAH NIEDERRITER – Student contributors On a bright September morning, the nation awoke. The quiet streets became bustling with thousands…
Pymatuning Lake walleyes still abundant, maybe easier to catch
Maybe nature is balancing itself out at Pymatuning Lake. Anglers can’t be blamed for hoping so. For years, biologists with the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat…
Pet of the day 9/11/19
Shira came to us due to her owners not having enough time to properly care for her. She is a very sweet girl, can be…
Assault with weapon
Found property
Scattering rubbish
A Quick School Night Meal
Family Features (Culinary.net) Dinner ideas for busy school nights can be such a chore. Don’t fret, this recipe for Cheeseburger Turnovers is easy enough the…
Legal effort already in works to try and halt Polk closure
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer Can the state’s decision to shut down Polk Center over the next three years be overturned? Maybe. That possibility…
Girl hurt in bike accident
A girl was flown by Stat MedEvac helicopter for hospital treatment at about 8 p.m. Tuesday following a bicycle accident a short time earlier. Derek…
18 years later, America vows to ‘never forget’ 9/11
NEW YORK (AP) — Americans commemorated 9/11 with solemn ceremonies and vows Wednesday to “never forget” 18 years after the deadliest terror attacks on American…
Cueto dazzles in season debut, Giants beat Pirates 5-4
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Cap on backward, Johnny Cueto punctuated his pitches with confident head shakes and fist pumps. “Dia De Cueto,” read the sign…
In ‘Hustlers,’ Jennifer Lopez steals money, and the show
TORONTO (AP) — “Hustlers” is, in itself, a hustle. It looks like a flashy, glamorous movie about strippers — all sparkle and skin and high-heels….
Recent Deaths 9/11/19
Robert “Bob” Wayne Beggs, 71, of Fairfax, Virginia, and Summerville, South Carolina, died Sept. 8, 2019. Fred Edward “Ed” Walbourn, 85, of Franklin, died Sept….
Sweet Potato and Black Bean Chili
Family Features Prep time: 30 minutes Cook time: 60 minutes Servings: 6 ⦁ Circulon Symmetry Chocolate 5.5-Quart Casserole ⦁ 6 slices thick-cut smoked bacon,…
Pet of the day 9/10/19
Callie is a 4 year old tabby domestic short hair. She has some slight health issues, but they seem to have been corrected with her…
Possession of contraband
Shippenville animal shelter needs volunteers
From staff reports The Tri-County Animal Rescue Center in Shippenville needs volunteers to help with dogs and cats. Volunteers perform a variety of tasks, including…
State police Sunny Day Camp slated Sept. 28 at Edinboro
From staff reports Troop E of the Pennsylvania State Police in Erie will hold its third annual Sunny Day Camp on Saturday, Sept. 28, at…
Big Tech faces a new set of foes: nearly all 50 US states
The Associated Press Big tech companies have long rebuffed attempts by the U.S. federal government to scrutinize or scale back their market power. Now they…
Reynolds delivers vs former team, Pirates rally past SF 6-4
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Bryan Reynolds finally made it to San Francisco, and he delivered. Reynolds hit a go-ahead single against his former team during…
Did you lose Downton Abbey in the British fog? Catch up here
NEW YORK (AP) — Does it feel like forever since we lost the style, splendor and scandals of “Downton Abbey?” Well, dust off your jewels…