Biden bill to help millions escape higher health care costs
WASHINGTON (AP) — Millions of people in the United States will be spared from big increases in health care costs next year after President Joe…
August 2022
Reynolds 2 HRs; Brubaker, Pirates top Bosox, end 6-game skid
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Bryan Reynolds hit two home runs, JT Brubaker pitched seven shutout innings and the Pittsburgh Pirates snapped a six-game losing streak, beating…
Review: ‘Beast,’ with Idris Elba, has B-movie bite
The Associated Press Sharks, grizzlies, giant snakes and rampaging apes have traditionally been the go-to choices for animal-kingdom antagonists in survival thrillers. Lions not so…
Recent Deaths 8/19/22
James Eugene Lindquist, 95, of Oil City, formerly of Venus, died Aug. 17, 2022. Theresa Dawn Chutz, 41, of Wexford, formerly of Emlenton, died Aug….
Pet of the Day 8/18/22
Cheerios and his siblings were left at the humane society doorstep a few months ago with their mom. One of the staff took them home…
Pickled Beet Tacos
(Family Features) Once the homework is finished and long days in the classroom and at the office are drawing to a close, you’re likely to…
Franklin sweet shop taking its treats for kids on the road
By HELEN FIELDING Staff writer Poppin’ Sweet Shop may no longer be in its storefront location in Franklin, but it will soon be “poppin’ up”…
Fighters Ball event slated Sept. 24
From staff reports The annual Fighter’s Ball Presents: Cocktails for a Cause will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 24, at the…
Media to ask judge to release Trump search warrant affidavit
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Attorneys for many of the nation’s largest media companies will try to persuade a federal magistrate judge on Thursday…
Arroyo, Verdugo, Hill lead Red Sox over skidding Pirates 8-3
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Christian Arroyo had three hits and three RBIs, Alex Verdugo reached base five times and 42-year-old Rich Hill won for the first…
Review: ‘Three Minutes’ a heartbreaking celluloid memorial
The Associated Press What gets you, deep in the gut, are the smiles. The broad, awkward, sometimes silly smiles of people on an unremarkable day…
Recent Deaths 8/18/22
Larry C. Mainhart, 68, of Butler, died Aug. 15, 2022. Elizabeth J. “Beth” Goodwill, 71, of Magnolia, Del., died Aug. 15, 2022. Susanne L. Thompson,…
Pet of the Day 8/17/22
This handsome boy came to us a stray recently so we are still getting to know him. Pinto is very energetic and loves to run…
Chile Verde
(Family Features) Quick and easy yet delicious meals make time spent in the kitchen effective and enjoyable. Next time you’re in a time crunch for…
Franklin man facing assault, escape charges
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer A Franklin man is facing charges following an altercation Monday night in the parking lot of Sheetz on Liberty Street…
Precious Paws founder to be honored
From staff reports Cathy Baldwin, who founded Precious Paws Animal Rescue in 2001, will be honored for her service to animals during a public ceremony…
Titusville bridge will come down
From staff reports Work is expected to start next week on a project to remove the South Perry Street bridge over Oil Creek in Titusville….
Remains of Korean War soldier to be buried in Pennsylvania
ANNVILLE, Pa. (AP) — The remains of a U.S. Army soldier from Ohio killed in the Korean War will be buried in Pennsylvania, officials said….
Planned Parenthood to spend record $50M in midterm elections
WASHINGTON (AP) — Planned Parenthood, the nation’s leading reproductive health care provider and abortion rights advocacy organization, plans to spend a record $50 million ahead…
Pivetta throws 7 shutout innings, Red Sox beat Pirates 5-3
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Nick Pivetta pitched one-hit ball over seven shutout innings for his first win since June 24, and the Boston Red Sox scored…
Recent Deaths 8/17/22
Hazel Violet Guntrum, 80, of Lucinda, died Aug. 15, 2022. Connie W. Baylor, 84, of Knox, died Aug. 15, 2022. Charles “Sonny” Clyde Dick, 73,…
Clintonville burglary
Pet of the Day 8/16/22
Wyatt came to us as a stray in a bit of rough shape so we don’t have any history on him. He was very shy…
Creamy Chicken Risotto
(Family Features) Quick and easy yet delicious meals make time spent in the kitchen effective and enjoyable. Next time you’re in a time crunch for…
Polk man facing aggravated assault charges
From staff reports A Polk man is facing charges for threatening two women with a gun at a residence in Frenchcreek Township. Polk police said…
Franklin Library to hold quiltathon fundraiser
From staff reports Friends of the Franklin Public Library will host its annual quiltathon fundraiser from noon to 5 p.m. Friday, Sept. 16, and 10…
Colorado River cuts expected for Arizona, Nevada and Mexico
SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — The federal government on Tuesday is expected to announce water cuts to states that rely on the Colorado River as…
Biden to sign massive climate and health care legislation
KIAWAH ISLAND, S.C. (AP) — President Joe Biden will sign Democrats’ landmark climate change and health care bill on Tuesday, delivering what he has called…
US, South Korea to begin expanded military drills next week
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — The United States and South Korea will begin their biggest combined military training in years next week in the face…
Medical investigator rules Baldwin set shooting an accident
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — The fatal film-set shooting of a cinematographer by actor Alec Baldwin last year was an accident, according to a determination made…
Recent Deaths 8/16/22
Linda L. Mackey Holtz, 74, of Oil City, died Aug. 10, 2022. Richard L. Socha, 78, of Oil City, died Aug. 10, 2022. Timothy W….
Pet of the Day 8/15/22
Bernie came to us recently as a stray so we don’t know his history. When he came to us, Bernie was very scared and unsure….
Sheet Pan Hawaiian Veal Meatballs
(Family Features) While the first step to a successful family meal is finding a recipe everyone loves, a second important piece to the puzzle is…
Honoring Our Pact Act Becomes Law
VFW Nation Commander Tim Borland attended the White House bill signing ceremony as President Biden signed into law S.3373, The Sergeant First Class Heath Robinson…
Corporate Philanthropy Makes Good Business Sense
When it comes to partnerships between public-benefit, non-profit organizations and private, for-profit companies, there is no shortage of confusion and misunderstanding. For quite some time,…
Abortion rights supporters rally in Franklin
Abortion rights supporters rally in front of the Venango County Courthouse on Saturday in protest of the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling that overturned Roe v….
Rockland teen wins steer competition at fair
Coltin Cross, 14, of Rockland, won the reserve champion market steer competition at the Venango County Fair. His steer weighed in at 1,365 pounds. Cross,…
Police: Man killed himself after ramming US Capitol barrier
WASHINGTON (AP) — A man drove his car into a barricade near the U.S. Capitol early Sunday and then began firing gunshots in the air…
China announces new drills as US delegation visits Taiwan
TAIPEI, Taiwan (AP) — China announced more military drills around Taiwan as the self-governing island’s president met with members of a new U.S. congressional delegation…
Estrada hits 2-run HR in 9th, Giants edge Pirates 8-7
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Thairo Estrada hit a two-run homer with one out in the ninth inning and the San Francisco Giants edged the Pittsburgh…
‘Bullet Train’ repeats No. 1; ‘Top Gun’ flies back up ranks
NEW YORK (AP) — The Brad Pitt action film “Bullet Train” led all movies in ticket sales for a second straight weekend, according to studio…
Recent Deaths 8/15/22
Faye B. Noyes, 82, of Oil City, died Aug. 13, 2022. Paul Raymond Bensink, 60, died Aug. 11, 2022. Shirley A. Zacherl died Aug. 10,…
First degree murder charge added in death of OC woman
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer An Oil City man accused of killing his girlfriend in March at their Mineral Street home and then putting her…
Structure that once housed one of oldest OC schools to be razed
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer Crews will soon be demolishing a structure at 40 Pearl Ave. on Oil City’s North Side that at one time…
Some Capitol rioters try to profit from their Jan. 6 crimes
The Associated Press Facing prison time and dire personal consequences for storming the U.S. Capitol, some Jan. 6 defendants are trying to profit from their participation…
Pickett’s game-winning drive helps Steelers beat Seahawks
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Kenny Pickett threw a 24-yard touchdown pass to Tyler Vaughns with 3 seconds to play and the Pittsburgh Steelers beat the Seattle…
Logan Webb stars as Giants beat slumping Pirates 2-0
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Logan Webb struck out nine in eight sparkling innings, and the San Francisco Giants beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 2-0 on Saturday…
French Creek will be focus of Greenways awards event
From staff reports The annual Greenways awards ceremony will be held Friday at Franklin’s Riverfront Park. The free event will begin at 3 p.m. beneath…
Franklin to host Rock in River festival Aug. 20
From staff reports The annual Rock in River Fest and the state Stone Skipping Championship will return to Riverfront Park in Franklin next weekend. The…
Car cruise, bluegrass music planned Aug. 20 in Seneca
From staff reports The sound of bluegrass music and revving engines will fill the air Saturday, Aug. 20, at Morrison Park in Seneca. A car,…