The Associated Press Director George Clooney both begins and ends “The Boys in the Boat ” on a sun-dappled lake. It’s a seductive sight, calm and soothing,…
Geraldine “Jo” Eleanor Masters, 89, of Franklin, died Dec. 21, 2023. Ethel L. Eckelberger, 84, of Emlenton, died Dec. 20, 2023. For complete obituaries,…
Who doesn’t love bread? Meet Biscuit, the lovely and young mixed breed. At just over 50 pounds and only one year old, this sweet little…
Cocoa Smiley Face Waffle 2 Cocoa PEBBLES waffles 1 cup Cocoa PEBBLES cereal 1 container whipped cream chocolate chips (optional) chocolate sprinkles (optional) strawberries (optional)…
Sweet Nutmeg came to us just before thanksgiving, and is looking for a family to call her own! Nutmeg is only one year old, and…
(Family Features) Giving your mornings a delicious boost doesn’t have to be a chore. In fact, it can be just as easy as it is…
From staff reports The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation is accepting applications for its paid internship and summer employment program in the northwest region. PennDOT District…
From staff reports The Manufacturing Assistance Center at the University of Pittsburgh at Titusville’s Education and Training Hub has received two grants that will provide…
The Associated Press It’s beginning to look a lot like a hectic holiday travel season, but it might go relatively smoothly if the weather cooperates….
The Associated Press It doesn’t take long to understand the level of commitment Zac Efron brings to “The Iron Claw” as Texas wrestling brother Kevin…
Dorothy L. Carlson, 91, died Dec. 15, 2023. Barbara Jean Rennekamp, 87, died Dec. 18, 2023. Steven Winston Churchill, 65, of Franklin, died Dec. 19,…
Gorgeous Alaska came to us as a stray, so we do not have any history for her. Now that she is spayed, microchipped, and vaccinated,…
(Family Features) If you’re among those looking to set goals and wellness intentions for the new year, it’s important to equip yourself with the right…
A living Christmas tree can be a great way to add a new tree to your landscape, provide a lasting memory, or allow you to…
From staff reports The Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA) awarded more than $1 million in grants to projects in the 64th Legislative District, according to a…
By HELEN FIELDING Staff writer Frustration was running high about the continued limbo at the Cranberry Mall at Tuesday’s Cranberry Township Economic Development Committee meeting….
DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — Hamas’ top leader traveled to Cairo on Wednesday for talks on the war in Gaza, part of a flurry…
DENVER (AP) — A divided Colorado Supreme Court on Tuesday declared former President Donald Trump ineligible for the White House under the U.S. Constitution’s insurrection…
Jacqueline (McCorkle) Morrone, 76, of Clarion, died Dec. 18, 2023. Lulu Belle “Tops” Hartzell, 89, of Knox, died Dec. 17, 2023. William Lee Clark, 79,…
Meet the dapper Donut! This handsome young lab mix is just under two years old and is 70 pounds of pure love and affection! Donut…
(Family Features) Planning and executing a more nutritious menu can often be thwarted by lunchtime cravings or busy weeknights that leave little time to cook…
For many veterans, the holiday season intensifies feelings of stress, depression, anxiety and loneliness. Creating a community and building connections are ways to combat the…
From staff reports Plans are moving ahead for the Oil City Arts Council’s annual First Night Oil City New Year’s Eve celebration. The festivities to…
From staff reports The Shepherd’s Green community food pantry in Franklin will distribute food from 8 to 11 a.m. Saturday. The pantry is located at…
LUKEVILLE, Ariz. (AP) — Hundreds of dates are written on concrete-filled steel columns erected along the U.S. border with Mexico to memorialize when the Border…
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Penguins went a month between power-play goals, a funk that sent them plummeting toward the bottom of the Eastern Conference….
The Associated Press Napoleon Bonaparte. Leonard Bernstein. Willy Wonka. Aquaman — there are a ton of Guy Movie Heroes out there as 2023 ends. And…
Ethan R. Johnson, 24, of Titusville, died Dec. 17, 2023. Mary Catherine (Aaron) Reinsel, 92, of Mayport, died Dec. 17, 2023. Betty Adams, 81, of…
(Culinary.net) Some desserts deliver sweet taste that satisfies taste buds while others provide a rich flavor that lingers long after you’ve finished that last delicious…
Crazy Jimmy came to us as a little tiny baby stray so we don’t know much about him. Jimmy is quite the weirdo who loves…
By HELEN FIELDING Staff writer The second annual Franklin School District art collection fundraiser will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesday in the…
Oil City Elks #344 recently presented a $2,000 grant to the Autism Stands organization for the Blue Box food program. The Blue Box program works…
NEW YORK (AP) — The promise of self-checkout was alluring: Customers could avoid long lines by scanning and bagging their own items, workers could be…
The Associated Press U.S. Steel, the Pittsburgh steel producer that played a key role in the nation’s industrialization, is being acquired by Nippon Steel in…
NEW YORK (AP) — “Wonka” debuted with $39 million in box office sales in U.S. and Canadian theaters over the weekend, according to studio estimates…
Vaughn R. Long, of Mercer, died Dec. 15, 2023. Carolyn F. Stack, 89, died Dec. 17, 2023. Fred P. “Sonny” Buckholtz, 86, of Seneca, died…
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer Venango County commissioners have given final approval to the county’s 2024 budget that does not call for a tax hike…
By HELEN FIELDING Staff writer The Franklin General Authority unanimously approved its 2024 water and sewer budgets, with a rate increase, at its monthly meeting…
DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — Israel’s government faced local protests and calls for a cease-fire from some of its closest European allies on Sunday…
TORONTO (AP) — Martin Jones stopped 38 shots for his first shutout of the season, Max Domi had a goal and two assists, and the…
Continuing our investigation of knowledge economies from last week, let’s look at the six pillars of knowledge economics proposed in a paper by Carsten Brockman…
From staff reports The City of Franklin has extended the submission deadline for its Safe Streets for All public survey until Jan. 5. The survey…
From staff reports Three students — Kevin Songer, Evan Bernard and Jamie Fetzer — have been recognized with scholarships for academic excellence in Venango Technology…
WASHINGTON (AP) — A jury awarded $148 million in damages on Friday to two former Georgia election workers who sued Rudy Giuliani for defamation over…
WASHINGTON (AP) — It was the most painful inflation Americans had experienced since 1981, when “The Dukes of Hazzard” and “The Jeffersons” were topping the…
Eugene L. Wagner, 75, of Franklin, died Dec. 15, 2023. Mary Kathryn Greenawalt, 68, of Knox, died Dec. 15, 2023. Melissa Ann Mays, 90, of…
These sweet seniors girls came to us when their owner sadly passed away. They are both very kind and gentle in disposition, and would love…
(Family Features) Making time for meals together can have a positive impact on the well-being of families, including children and adolescents. In fact, regular meals…
From staff reports The Franklin First United Methodist Church will hold its monthly free community dinner from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Wednesday in the church’s…
From staff reports Evangelistic Tabernacle of Cooperstown is once again open the doors to Bethlehem: A Live Walk-Through Village Experience, at the church property at…