Recent Deaths 12/7/23
Wallace A. “Alex” Uber, 86, of Polk, died Dec. 6, 2023. Janice Graham, 83, of Seneca, died Dec. 5, 2023. Charlotte E. Donley, 93, formerly…
December 2023
Pet of the Day 12/6/23
Meet Nifty! This sweet young boy came to us as a stray, so we have no history for him. He is super confident and social,…
Pecan Snack Mix with Cranberries and Chocolate
(Family Features) ‘Tis the season for sweet and savory favorites – from the mouthwatering desserts you crave each year to starters and snacks that hold…
Poinsettia and Christmas Cactus Care
In order to care for indoor winter holiday plants, first consider some houseplant basics. Plants in small pots dry out quickly. Most homes have a…
County proclamation supports Zonta efforts
From staff reports In recognition of the Zonta Club of Oil City-Franklin’s efforts to end gender-based violence, the Venango County commissioners issued a proclamation that…
Relay for Life teams to participate in Daffodil Days
From staff reports Relay for Life of Venango County teams are again participating in the American Cancer Society’s Daffodil Days. Judy Stevenson and Gayle Oxenham…
Trump declines to rule out abusing power to seek retribution if he returns to White House
NEW YORK (AP) — Former President Donald Trump declined to rule out abusing power if he returns to the White House after Fox News Channel…
In rare action against Israel, US says extremist West Bank settlers will be barred from America
WASHINGTON (AP) — In a rare punitive move against Israel, the State Department said Tuesday it will impose travel bans on extremist Jewish settlers implicated…
Taylor Swift is named Time Magazine’s person of the year
NEW YORK (AP) — Is the year of Taylor Swift over now? Not yet. Time Magazine named Swift its person of the year on Wednesday,…
Recent Deaths 12/6/23
Robert Thomas VanEpps, 74, of Knox, died Dec. 4, 2023. Mary Lee (Brooks) Stoops, formerly of Clarion, died Nov. 22, 2023. Kenneth Dean Fowler, 73,…
Pet of the Day 12/5/23
Meet Gibbs, the handsome and affectionate 10-year-old tabby! Gibbs came to us when his owner was moving and could not take him. Gibbs is very…
Baked Brie with Pecans and Cranberry Orange Chutney
(Family Features) ‘Tis the season for sweet and savory favorites – from the mouthwatering desserts you crave each year to starters and snacks that hold…
Dec. 7 is National Pearl Harbor Remembrances Day
Public Law calls for the American Flag to be flown at half-staff from sunrise to sunset. Pearl Harbor is a naval base near Honolulu, Hawaii,…
Blood drive set Thursday in Seneca
From staff reports A blood drive, hosted by the Oil City and Franklin Rotary Clubs, will be held from 3 to 6:30 p.m. Thursday at…
Beginner and Intermediate Fly-tying Lessons offered
From staff reports Keystone Fly Fishers will offer a beginner fly-tying class each Wednesday from Jan. 17 through Feb. 7 at the Emerging Technology Center,…
Israel strikes in and around Gaza’s second-largest city in a bloody new phase of war
KHAN YOUNIS, Gaza Strip (AP) — Israel intensified its bombardment in and around Gaza’s second-largest city early Tuesday, sending ambulances and private cars racing into…
Supreme Court is taking up case that could rule out tax on wealth favored by some Democrats
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court is taking up a case Tuesday over a Washington couple’s $15,000 tax bill that is widely seen as a…
Sean Couturier’s OT goal lifts Flyers over Penguins 2-1
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Sean Couturier scored 3:55 into overtime to lead the Philadelphia Flyers to a 2-1 victory over the Pittsburgh Penguins on Monday night….
Recent Deaths 12/5/23
Judy Kay Klawuhn, 69, of Franklin, died Dec. 3, 2023. Nola R. Bohlender, 63 of Cochranton, died Dec. 2, 2023. Charlotte E. Donley, 93, formerly…
Pet of the Day 12/4/23
This handsome gentleman came to us as a stray. Meet Mr. Tucker, the cuddly tiger kitten! Already neutered, microchipped, and vaccinated, this playful guy is…
White Chocolate Peppermint Popcorn Bark
(Family Features) Among the many enchanting elements of the holiday season, the family traditions and familiar flavors of favorite foods enjoyed year after year bring…
Christmas Past spreads holiday cheer
By JAMIE HUNT Contributing writer Oil City’s Christmas Past brought holiday cheer to town over the weekend with what now has become a tradition for…
US is running out of money for Ukraine and that could hinder fight against Russia, White House warns
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Biden administration on Monday sent Congress an urgent warning about the need to approve tens of billions of dollars in military…
Biden’s allies in Senate demand that Israel limit civilian deaths in Gaza as Congress debates US aid
WASHINGTON (AP) — As a cease-fire ticked down last week and Israel prepared to resume its round-the-clock airstrikes, Sen. Bernie Sanders and a robust group…
Steelers, Cardinals game delayed twice for inclement weather before Arizona wins 24-10
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Arizona Cardinals’ 24-10 win over the Pittsburgh Steelers was delayed twice Sunday because of inclement weather. Halftime at Acrisure Stadium was…
Beyoncé’s ‘Renaissance’ is No. 1 at the box office with $21 million debut
The Associated Press Beyoncé ruled the box office this weekend. Her concert picture, “Renaissance: A Film by Beyoncé,” opened in first place with $21 million…
Recent Deaths 12/4/23
Garnet M. (Aikins) Haggerty, 90, formerly of Oil City, died Nov. 16, 2023. For complete obituaries, pick up a copy of The Derrick for…
Oil City finalizes Days Inn purchase
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer The City of Oil City on Thursday finalized its purchase of the former Days Inn hotel property, a deal that…
Red kettles are out, but Salvation Army needs more volunteers
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer The Salvation Army’s annual Red Kettle campaign is in full swing in Venango County as volunteers are ringing bells to…
US targets oil and natural gas industry’s role in global warming with new rule on methane emissions
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Biden administration on Saturday issued a final rule aimed at reducing methane emissions, targeting the U.S. oil and natural gas industry…
Sean Couturier’s shootout goal lifts Flyers past Penguins 4-3
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Sean Couturier scored the lone goal in the shootout and the Philadelphia Flyers beat the Pittsburgh Penguins 4-3 on Saturday night. Samuel…
Kiss say farewell to live touring, become first US band to go virtual and become digital avatars
The Associated press On Saturday night, Kiss closed out the final performance of their “The End of the Road” farewell tour at New York City’s famed Madison…
School club shares Christmas’ story through Bible distribution
By RANDY BARTLEY Staff writer Members of the Ignite Bible Club at Cranberry Area High School wanted to share the original Christmas story with their…
Franklin’s directional kiosk to be unveiled today
By HELEN FIELDING Staff writer After years in the planning, a new directional kiosk with a list of downtown retail businesses and restaurants will be…
Lawsuits against Trump over Jan. 6 riot can move forward, appeals court rules
WASHINGTON (AP) — Lawsuits against Donald Trump over the U.S. Capitol riot can move forward, a federal appeals court ruled on Friday, rejecting the former…
With expulsion of Santos, ouster of McCarthy, House is making unexpected history
WASHINGTON (AP) — The House is making history this year in ways that Republicans could hardly have envisioned when the party took control. First, the…
Justice Sandra Day O’Connor paved a path for women on the Supreme Court
WASHINGTON (AP) — One fall day in 2010, retired Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O’Connor slipped into the courtroom where she worked for nearly 25…
Recent Deaths 12/2/23
Linda C. Bixler, 76, of Irwin Township, died Nov. 30, 2023. Frederick H. Doyle, 76, of Polk, died Nov. 30, 2023. John Louis Bauer, 84,…
Pet of the Day 12/1/23
Meet Fritz, the gorgeous 7-year-old long-haired German shepherd! Fritz is a big boy, weighing in at over 80 pounds! He is very gentle and sweet,…
Jingle Balls
(Family Features) Among the many enchanting elements of the holiday season, the family traditions and familiar flavors of favorite foods enjoyed year after year bring…
Venango County awards liquid fuels funds
From staff reports Venango County has awarded $250,000 in liquid fuels monies to nine local municipalities for the fiscal year 2024 round of funding. The…
Venango Democrats to again provide free Christmas Day meals
From staff reports The Venango County Democrats, in collaboration with the Venango-Clarion chapter of the Northwest Pennsylvania Area Labor Federation, are continuing their annual tradition…
Israeli airstrikes on Gaza resume after weeklong truce with Hamas ends
DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — Israel’s war with Hamas resumed in full force Friday, with airstrikes hitting targets in the Gaza Strip minutes after…
Appeals court reinstates gag order that barred Trump from maligning court staff in NY fraud trial
NEW YORK (AP) — A New York appeals court Thursday reinstated a gag order that barred Donald Trump from commenting about court personnel after the…
Penguins goalie Jarry scores into empty net in 4-2 victory over Lightning
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Goalie Tristan Jarry scored an empty-net goal and made 39 saves in the Pittsburgh Penguins; 4-2 comeback victory over the Tampa…
Recent Deaths 12/1/23
Shannon Marie Beers, 40, of Franklin, died Nov. 24, 2023. Paul Allen Miller, 86, of Cochranton, died Nov. 28, 2023. Janice R. Guilinger, 87, of…