Sherry Cherry Pork Loin Roast
(Family Features) In what’s certain to be a holiday season unlike any other, you can transform your seasonal menu in 20 minutes of prep time…
November 2020
Pleasantville harassment
OC man facing charges for growing marijuana
From staff reports An Oil City man has been accused of growing marijuana in his garage and is facing drug charges. On Nov. 3, Raymond…
Assumption bricks gathered as rest of church comes down
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer As the Assumption BVM Church building in Oil City was reduced to a heap of bricks and boards Monday, several…
Health secretary: PA at critical point in pandemic
The Associated Press As new coronavirus cases explode, Pennsylvania’s top health official on Monday warned the state is at a “critical point” in the pandemic…
Trump campaign sues to block Pennsylvania election result
HARRISBURG (AP) — President Donald Trump’s campaign launched a lawsuit to stop the certification of the election results in Pennsylvania, suing Monday as counties continued…
Roles aren’t for keeps on ‘Crown,’ even newcomer Princess Di
LOS ANGELES (AP) — For viewers, “The Crown” offers a peek into a modern royal family’s life and times, or at least an engaging dramatization….
Recent Deaths 11/10/20
Lillian G. Kahle, 72, of Sigel, died Nov. 5, 2020. Herman E. “Worm” Shaw, 61, of Oil City, died Oct. 18, 2020. Michael Joseph Treen,…
Trespass and threats
Pet of the Day 11/9/20
Angelina is more or less a saint. No one has any unkind words towards her. Well… there was this instance that she liked our hamster,…
Chorizo Ragu with Cheesy Toast
(Family Features) Many families constantly search for meal inspiration, and one of the best ways is to look toward trendy tastes for new options to…
‘Find A Veteran, Post A Tribute’ Campaign Launched
The VA National Cemetery Administration has launched a “Find A Veteran, Post A Tribute” campaign to increase awareness of the Veterans Legacy Memorial (VLM). VLM…
Weekend virus statistics show 71 new cases
From staff reports The state Department of Health over the weekend announced the tri-county area reported an increase of 71 cases of COVID-19. There were…
Bike ride honors legacy of fallen Army captain
By SARAH TITLEY Staff writer Thirteen bicyclists made their way through the foggy streets of Oil City on Saturday to kick off the first ever…
Biden turns to coronavirus response, names advisory board
BOSTON (AP) — As he begins his transition to the presidency, Joe Biden is pivoting from a bitter campaign battle to another, more pressing fight:…
Injured Big Ben rallies unbeaten Steelers past Cowboys
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Ben Roethlisberger limped around the backfield directing his receivers this way and that, occasionally reaching for a left knee injured during…
Alex Trebek, long-running ‘Jeopardy!’ host, dies at 80
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Alex Trebek, who presided over the beloved quiz show “Jeopardy!” for more than 30 years with dapper charm and a touch…
Recent Deaths 11/9/20
Helen M. Archer, 98, of Oil City, died Nov. 7, 2020. Patricia Lou “Pat” (Joyner) Radaker, 90, died Nov. 7, 2020. Vivian “Diana” Rice, 59,…
More sacred objects coming out as church demolition continues
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer Demolition work is continuing at the landmark Assumption BVM Church building on Oil City’s North Side. A crew from BKI…
Eta makes landfall on Cuba as Guatemala searches for victims
PURULHA, Guatemala (AP) — A strengthened Tropical Storm Eta made landfall on Cuba early Sunday and had its sights set on the southern tip of…
Steelers add newly acquired LB Williamson, cut Wisniewski
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Steelers added newly acquired linebacker Avery Williamson to their 53-man roster on Saturday while releasing veteran offensive lineman Stefen Wisniewski….
Hot spring chicken: 3 cited for Yellowstone culinary caper
YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK, Wyo. (AP) — Cooking chickens in a Yellowstone hot spring landed three people in hot water. A park ranger heard that a…
Small Steps Matter
This week, I’d like to get personal. I’d like to talk about what redevelopment really means for me, and for you. It’s all well and…
Drug arrest
More than 330 Venango County businesses received CARES funds
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer Nearly 400 small businesses and non-profits in Venango County have received grants through the county’s CARES funds. “The small business…
Leaf Pickup Schedules
From staff reports Franklin Franklin city workers will pick up leaves next week in the following areas: Monday – Gurney Road side of Franklin Heights…
Suspended animation: Count drags on as Biden nears victory
WASHINGTON (AP) — Four days after the election, the U.S. presidential race hovered in suspended animation Saturday as the long, exacting work of counting votes…
All NFL games on for Week 9 as teams deal with COVID-19
The Associated Press All NFL games are on for this weekend while teams deal with COVID-19 issues. Depending on their situations, teams were either steering…
Whitney Houston, Nine Inch Nails set for Rock Hall induction
NEW YORK (AP) — Years after their deaths, Whitney Houston, the Notorious B.I.G. and T. Rex’s Marc Bolan will be inducted into the Rock and…
Recent Deaths 11/7/20
Herman E. Shaw, 61, of Oil City, died Oct. 18, 2020. Bennett L. “Ben” Ritts, 75, of Lawrenceville, Georgia, formerly of Emlenton resident, died Nov….
Path to NASCAR title clear with Harvick out of the way
AVONDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Kevin Harvick was a sure bet to make the NASCAR finale and likely close out one of the most dominant seasons…
OC restaurant finds new way to keep business running during pandemic
A longtime Oil City restaurant and tavern, operated by the third generation of the founders and nestled into a small neighborhood on the North Side,…
Steak Au Poivre
(Family Features) Celebrate the season and create long-lasting memories this year by serving tasteful main courses centered around tender cuts of beef. With hand-cut choices…
Man facing charges after incident at club
A Franklin man is facing charges for threatening to shoot people at the Franklin Moose Club on Tuesday. Franklin police said in a criminal complaint…
New kids’ series ‘Pikwik Pack’ puts spotlight on deliveries
NEW YORK (AP) — The studio behind the kids’ mega-hit TV show “Paw Patrol” has a new animated series that arrives timed perfectly for a…
Pet of the Day 11/6/20
Kiara came in with her two daughters, Alice and Rapunzel. The foster only has rave reviews for this girl. She purrs upon having any hand…
Pet of the Day 11/5/20
Krunk is a happy young boy with lots (and lots and lots) of energy! He is very sweet and smart. He will need some work…
YELLOW LIGHT: Slow the Spread
By ADY CARTER Student contributor Beginning Nov. 9, Cranberry High School is converting to phase yellow. The transition was decided by the superintendents of Venango…
Tuna-Carrot Cakes with Garlic Lemon Aioli
Finding a simple solution for your family’s dinner can be as easy as reaching in the pantry for ingredients like canned tuna to create Tuna-Carrot…
Rockland Twp. crash
Drugs found
Cherrytree Twp. crash
Quarantine Reflection
By ALAINA OLSON – Student contributor It is crazy to think about how much words have an affect on our lives, how a few simple…
Turnout high across tri-county as incumbents win
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer As the changing dynamics of the presidential race held voters’ rapt attention for most of the election cycle this…
Detours for Route 8 project expected to be lifted Friday
From staff reports The first year of the $32.6 million project to repair and reconstruct nearly 10 miles of Route 8 from Georgetown Road in…
Trump sues in 3 states, laying ground for contesting outcome
WASHINGTON (AP) — As Democrat Joe Biden inched closer to the 270 Electoral College votes needed to win the White House, President Donald Trump’s campaign…
In virus era, bubbles provide game-changing lessons learned
The Associated Press The NBA wants to be back in December. The NHL is aiming at games resuming in January. Baseball’s spring training may begin in February, like…
Review: Diane Lane and Kevin Costner in ‘Let Him Go’
The Associated Press Superman, that boring lug, has thankfully flown the coop. Writer-director Thomas Bezucha’s Western thriller “Let Him Go” reunites Diane Lane and Kevin…
Recent Deaths 11/5/20
Floyd Lindsay Kriebel, of Parker, died Nov. 2, 2020. GerKeta Montgomery, 77, of Franklin, died Oct. 29, 2020. Rita Louise Craig, 87, of Clarion, formerly…
OC officer rescues stranded dog
By DILLON PROVENZA Staff writer A dog is “doing well” after an Oil Creek caper left the animal stranded on a small island and requiring…