In Trump case, NY grand jury appears near end of its work
NEW YORK (AP) — A New York grand jury investigating Donald Trump over a hush money payment to a porn star appears poised to complete…
March 2023
Ferguson stops 48 shots, Senators top reeling Penguins 2-1
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Penguins knew next to nothing about Dylan Ferguson when they took the ice on Monday night. They’re experts now. Having…
Anthony Fauci documentary on PBS covers a career of crises
NEW YORK (AP) — There’s a moment in the new PBS documentary about Dr. Anthony Fauci when a protester holds up a handmade sign reading,…
Recent Deaths 3/21/23
Marilyn L. Brinker, 90, of Grove City, died March 16, 2023. Edward W. Moylan, 68, of Oil City, died March 16, 2023. For complete…
Syrian-Style Meatball Soup with Rice and Tomatoes
The Syrian soup shurba w’kibbeh is pure comfort food, a rustic mixture of meatballs and rice in a simple tomatoey broth that’s redolent with warm…
Pet of the Day 3/20/23
Meet Adrian, the happy and affectionate boy who wants nothing more than a loving home of his own! This beautiful boy came to us as…
Trump ally to appear before NYC grand jury eyeing charges
NEW YORK (AP) — A lawyer allied with Donald Trump is expected to testify Monday before a New York grand jury, giving the former president…
Deal for UBS to buy Credit Suisse sends shares tumbling
LONDON (AP) — Shares of Credit Suisse plunged 60.5% on Monday after banking giant UBS said it would buy its troubled Swiss rival for almost…
World on ‘thin ice’ as UN climate report gives stark warning
BERLIN (AP) — Humanity still has a chance, close to the last one, to prevent the worst of climate change ’s future harms, a top…
‘Shazam! Fury of the Gods’ stumbles with $30.5 million debut
The Associated Press “Shazam! Fury of the Gods” felt the fury of the marketplace in its theatrical debut this weekend. The New Line Cinema and…
Recent Deaths 3/20/23
C. Edward Gray, 81, of Sanibel, Florida, died March 14, 2023. Paul M. Wheeling, Jr., 80, died March 18, 2023. Finley L. Wentling, Jr., 86,…
Cranberry Mall sale remains under negotiation
By HELEN FIELDING Staff writer The sale of the Cranberry Mall hasn’t been finalized, but it is still in progress, according to the broker handling…
OC curriculum committee wants close look at options for sexuality lessons
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer The Oil City School District’s curriculum and education committee laid out recommendations Monday for how the district should move forward…
Trump says he expects to be arrested, calls for protest
NEW YORK (AP) — Donald Trump claimed on Saturday that his arrest is imminent and issued an extraordinary call for his supporters to protest as…
Strong earthquake kills at least 14 in Ecuador, 1 in Peru
QUITO, Ecuador (AP) — A strong earthquake shook southern Ecuador and northern Peru on Saturday, killing at least 15 people, trapping others under rubble, and…
Panarin, Shesterkin lead Rangers to 6-0 rout of Penguins
NEW YORK (AP) — Mika Zibanejad had a goal and two assists, Artemi Panarin scored twice and Igor Shesterkin made 33 saves as the New…
Many hands make light work
You’ve probably heard at least one of these phrases before, and they’re true. This week I want to talk about something that has the potential…
2 men charged for Franklin Kwik Fill theft
From staff reports Two Franklin men are facing charges of retail theft after one of them created a diversion while the other stole items from…
PennDOT looking for Adopt-A-Highway volunteers
From staff reports PennDOT is searching for volunteers to participate in the department’s Northwest Region Adopt-A-Highway program that involves cleaning litter from state-owned roadsides. Through…
International court issues war crimes warrant for Putin
THE HAGUE (AP) — The International Criminal Court said Friday that it has issued an arrest warrant for Russian President Vladimir Putin for war crimes,…
Biden calls for tougher penalties for execs of failed banks
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden on Friday called on Congress to allow regulators to impose tougher penalties on the executives of failed banks, including…
Officials are preparing security in case of Trump indictment
NEW YORK (AP) — Law enforcement officials in New York are making security preparations for the possibility that former President Donald Trump could be indicted…
Recent Deaths 3/18/23
William David Beveridge, Sr., 87, of Strattanville, died March 16, 2023. Effie Marie Corte, 89, of Strattanville, died March 16, 2023. Sara Louise (Stadler) Wareham,…
Harvest Bowl Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette
(Family Features) For those seeking to be more health-conscious, the idea of eating nutritiously seems simple. However, understanding what’s truly “good for you” can sometimes…
Pet of the Day 3/17/23
Meet Perky, an affectionate and loving girl looking for her forever home! Perky spends her days lounging on soft blankets and loving on whoever gives…
Juvenile stabbed in Polk incident
From staff reports A 13-year-old juvenile was stabbed by a 15-year-old juvenile during an altercation in Polk Borough Wednesday evening, Polk police chief Ed Sharp…
Cancer support group to meet at UPMC Northwest
From staff reports UPMC Northwest in Seneca will offer a free cancer support group from 5 to 6 p.m. Monday, March 27, at the Hillman…
North Korea says ICBM test aimed to strike fear into enemies
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — North Korea said Friday it fired an intercontinental ballistic missile to “strike fear into the enemies” as South Korea and…
Yellen declares bank system sound, as new rescues ordered
WASHINGTON (AP) — Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen offered firm, upbeat reassurances to rattled bank depositors and investors Thursday, even as American financial institutions and European…
Kreider scores twice in 3rd as Rangers ice Penguins 4-2
NEW YORK (AP) — Chris Kreider scored the go-ahead goal in the third period and added an empty-netter, and Igor Shesterkin made 30 saves as…
Recent Deaths 3/17/23
Doris Kay (Miller) Mellon, 66, of Tionesta, died March 16, 2023. Sheila Carson, 58, of Altoona, died March 14, 2023. Mary M. Wiant, 83, of…
Pet of the Day 3/16/23
Meet Peanut, the gorgeous two-year-old tortoiseshell who is looking for her purrfect family! Peanut was surrendered to us when her owner could no longer care…
Pastry Brunch Cups
(Culinary.net) Appetizer-sized portions and small bites of all sorts are ideal for breakfast spreads, and these Pastry Brunch Cups are perfect for a quick…
Man accused of breaking into OC home
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer An Oil City man is facing charges for entering a house on Colbert Avenue and then trying to break in…
Women’s Recovery Center providing support group
From staff reports The Women’s Recovery Center is providing a women’s recovery support group gathering from 4 to 5 p.m. every Tuesday on the second…
Venango County issues Down Syndrome Day proclamation
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer A couple of special guests attended the Venango County commissioners meeting Tuesday. Gabriel Ojeda, 3, and Scott Kalamajka, 38, who…
Major oil project approval intensifies Alaska Natives’ rift
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — The Biden administration’s approval this week of the biggest oil drilling project in Alaska in decades promises to widen a rift…
US and Russia ratchet up rhetoric over downing of drone
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Russia and the United States ratcheted up their confrontational rhetoric Wednesday over a U.S. surveillance drone that encountered Russian warplanes and…
Review: New ‘Shazam!’ has more everything, but less charm
The Associated Press Sequels, by nature, are more. Whatever the original had, just add more, the rule seems to be. Even more words in the…
Recent Deaths 3/16/23
Todd J. Emery, 43, of University Heights, Ohio, formerly of Oil City, died March 11, 2023. Brett Christopher Murphy, 23, of Rimersburg, died March 14,…
Pet of the Day 3/15/23
Meet the silly and playful Casimir! Casimir is a very handsome boy who is about 3 years old. He enjoys playing with his toys and…
Caramel Sticky Rolls
(Culinary.net) There are no alarms set and you are cuddled up in bed after a good night’s sleep. It’s late morning and there is nowhere…
‘Shrek the Musical’ starts Thursday at OCHS
From staff reports Oil City High School will present its 49th annual musical production, “Shrek the Musical”, at 7:30 p.m. Thursday through Saturday in the…
Sandycreek students hear about home dangers
From staff reports Barbara Doyle and Melissa Dolecki, who are Venango County Master Gardeners with the Penn State Extension program, visited 50 first-grade students at…
US says Russian warplane hits American drone over Black Sea
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — A Russian fighter jet struck the propeller of a U.S. surveillance drone over the Black Sea on Tuesday in a “brazen…
Experts say attacks on free speech are rising across the US
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — In Idaho, an art exhibit was censored and teens were told they couldn’t testify in some legislative hearings. In Washington state,…
Ohio sues Norfolk Southern over toxic train derailment
The Associated Press Ohio filed a lawsuit against railroad Norfolk Southern to make sure it pays for the cleanup and environmental damage caused by a…
Canadiens snap seven-game losing streak, beat Penguins 6-4
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Anthony Richard scored the winning goal in the third period and the Montreal Canadiens beat the Pittsburgh Penguins 6-4 on Tuesday night….
Recent Deaths 3/15/23
Joan O. Mills, 89, of Leeper, died March 11, 2023. Stanley B. Kline, 81, of Rimersburg, died March 13, 2023. Scott H. Tepke, 62, of…
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…