Ella McNellie annual toy drive is Sunday
From staff reports The eighth annual Ella McNellie Toy Drive will be held from noon to 5 p.m. Sunday at the Cranberry Mall. The annual…
October 2019
Trump threatens to ‘destroy’ Turkey’s economy with sanctions
WASHINGTON (AP) — Targeting Turkey’s economy, President Donald Trump announced sanctions aimed at restraining the Turks’ assault against Kurdish fighters and civilians in Syria —…
After win, Steelers ride depth, momentum into bye
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike Tomlin declined to discuss whom he gave the game ball to after watching his undermanned club potentially resurrect…
Review: In ‘Mistress of Evil,’ Maleficent plays mom
The Associated Press For a moment, “Maleficent: Mistress of Evil” seems poised to turn into a wonderful take on “Father of the Bride” only with…
Recent Deaths 10/15/19
Rev. Lionel Eugene Sayers, 94, died Oct. 11, 2019. Michael J. Hajduk, 73, of Oil City, died Oct. 13, 2019. Philip J. “Phil” Cauvel, 77,…
A Touch of Color
By ZOE ALBERT and SAM BLACK-WIGREN Student contributors Cranberry High School students in Kathleen Uhrinek’s Chemistry classes participated in a tie-dying project. This graded activity,…
One Pan Fish Dish
(Family Features) Eating healthy isn’t always easy, and when your family is rushing around in the evenings it can seem like a daunting task to…
Pet of the Day 10/14/19
Blue, a domestic medium hair, is a 6-year-old neutered male. He has a gold and white coat, green eyes, a pink nose, and long white…
Parker crash
Nursing home theft
Harmony Twp. burglary
Wills For Heroes Program Scheduled
This Friday, Oct. 18, the Crawford County Bar Association Young Lawyers Division will be hosting a Wills For Heroes Program for Pennsylvania first responders, military…
2 badly hurt in Cornplanter crash
From staff reports Two people were badly injured and flown to hospitals following a motorcycle crash Friday night in Cornplanter Township. Franklin state police said…
Syrian army moves to confront Turkish forces as US withdraws
AKCAKALE, Turkey (AP) — Syrian government troops moved into a series of towns and villages in northern Syria Monday, setting up a potential clash with…
Steelers’ Conner scores 2 TDs, Hodges wins first start
CARSON, Calif. (AP) — Pittsburgh’s Devlin Hodges walked into the stadium properly attired for his first NFL start. He was wearing a T-shirt with a…
‘Joker’ tops box office again, beats ‘Addams Family’
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The first weekend was no fluke: “Joker” is a hit. The R-rated comic book villain origin story had a phenomenal second…
Recent Deaths 10/14/19
Edward R. Myers, 74, formerly of Sligo, died Oct. 12, 2019. Donald L. Stiglitz, 82, of New Bethlehem, died Oct. 11, 2019. Casey L. Flowers,…
Army Corps responds to call for flooding assistance
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has responded to a call for flood mitigation help from Cranberry Township and…
Library sets 2nd attic sale
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer The Oil City Library’s “secret place,” a former auditorium/theater upstairs that was converted to an attic-type storage area decades…
IS supporters escape as Turkish troops near key Syrian town
AKCAKALE, Turkey (AP) — Turkish forces approached a key Kurdish-held town in northern Syria on Sunday, setting off clashes that allowed hundreds of Islamic State…
Crosby, short-handed Penguins beat winless Wild 7-4
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Just four games into the season, injuries have decimated the top lines for the Pittsburgh Penguins as Evgeni Malkin, Nick…
Route 8 motorcycle crash
Vehicle drives into house
Program at CUP to focus on Parkers Landing petroglyphs
From staff reports Ken Burkett, executive director of the Jefferson County Historical Society and field associate for Carnegie Museum, will present “On the Rocks at…
Hydrant flushing set for Oil City
From staff reports Hydrant flushing will be done next week in Oil City from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. starting Sunday night and continuing through…
Winds dying as crews fight flames in Southern California
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Edwin Bernard, 73, is no stranger to flames that have frequently menaced his sunburnt corner of Los Angeles, but they never…
Steelers rookie QB Hodges to start vs. Chargers
PITTSBURGH (AP) — It’s officially “Duck” season for the Pittsburgh Steelers. The Steelers ruled quarterback Mason Rudolph out for Sunday’s visit to the Los Angeles…
Jane Fonda arrested protesting climate change in Washington
NEW YORK (AP) — Jane Fonda was arrested at the U.S. Capitol on Friday while peacefully protesting climate change. The actress and activist was handcuffed…
Recent Deaths 10/12/19
LuAnn Sue (McLaughlin) McConnell, 62, of Stoneboro, died Oct. 10, 2019. Christina Renee Clinger, 45, of Pittsburgh, died Oct. 10, 2019. For complete obituaries,…
Quest of the Pike
By HUNTER REDFIELD – Student Contributor As 3:00 came, I hear the steady thump of a Beaver prop pounding the air. As the plane makes…
Quiche Cups in Muffin Tins
(Family Features) Hosting a crowd can be exciting and rewarding, but it can also come with plenty of challenges. One of the simplest ways to…
Pet of the Day 10/11/19
Little Girl, a domestic short hair, is a 5-year-old spayed female. She’s a dilute calico with hazel eyes. She’s a sweet, talkative girl. New to…
Paint Twp. crash
3 charged for trespassing on VARHA property
From staff reports Three people were charged after they were found trespassing in a storage facility at the Venango Area Riding for the Handicapped Association…
Lots on tap for weekend’s O.C.toberFest event in OC
From staff reports The second annual O.C.toberFest will be held today and Saturday in downtown Oil City. The event, coordinated by the Oil City Main…
Iran says oil tanker struck by missiles off Saudi Arabia
TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — Two missiles struck an Iranian tanker traveling through the Red Sea off the coast of Saudi Arabia on Friday, Iranian officials…
Guentzel’s third-period goal gives Pens 2-1 win over Ducks
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Jake Guentzel has played with Sidney Crosby long enough to know he needs to get to the net when he sees Pittsburgh’s…
Recent Deaths 10/11/19
Robert E. “Bob” Martz, 76, of Franklin, died Oct. 10, 2019. Shirley J. Weiser, 80, of Lickingville, died Oct. 9, 2019. Randal A. Kean, 60,…
Rockland Twp. crash
Oakland Twp. crash
Surgarcreek crash
Cherry Coffee Cake
(Family Features) Add some sweetness to your breakfast routine with this delicious and easy-to-make Cherry Coffee Cake. Find more breakfast recipes at Culinary.net. Cherry Coffee…
Pet of the Day 10/10/19
Lily, a Terrier/American Pit Bull Terrier mix, is a young female. She has a glossy black coat with a white blaze on her chest and…
Tionesta man killed in crash
From staff reports A Tionesta man was killed in a two-vehicle crash Tuesday evening in Cranberry Township. Franklin state police said Casey Flowers, 32, was…
Customers coming back as auto shop owner decides to reopen
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer The July 19 flash flood along Deep Hollow Road ripped apart Joe Eckel’s automotive business nestled beside Lower Two…
Turkey makes small advances in 2nd day of Syria invasion
AKCAKALE, Turkey (AP) — Turkish ground forces seized at least one village from Kurdish fighters in northern Syria as they pressed ahead with their assault…
Steelers’ season could rest in the hands of QB Devlin Hodges
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Out of work on the first Saturday in September after getting cut by the Pittsburgh Steelers, Devlin Hodges sat in his parent’s…
‘We’re not alone’ – ‘Sesame Street’ tackles addiction crisis
NEW YORK (AP) — “Sesame Street” is taking a new step to try to help kids navigate life in America — it’s tackling the opioid…
Recent Deaths 10/10/19
Casey D. Skinner, 38, of Germantown, Maryland, formerly of Clarion, died Oct. 5, 2019. William Leroy Huff, 70, of Decatur, Alabama, died Oct. 6, 2019….
12 fun facts you never knew about pumpkins
Nothing says “October” more than a beautiful, orange pumpkin, but this most beloved symbol of fall is hiding some fun little secrets. Think you know…