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Jury selected in Bosley case; trial is this week
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer Of the 113 Venango County residents who were called to report for jury duty Monday morning, 77 men and women,…
OC pool set to open June 8, but more lifeguards, new pump needed
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer The tentative opening date for the Oil City municipal swimming pool in Hasson Heights is June 8, but two things…
Solar storm puts on brilliant light show across the globe, but no serious problems reported
The Associated Press A powerful solar storm put on an amazing skyward light show across the globe overnight but has caused what appeared to be…
Crews prepare for controlled demolition as cleanup continues at bridge collapse site
BALTIMORE (AP) — After weeks of preparation, crews are scheduled to conduct a controlled demolition Sunday to break down the largest remaining span of the…
Skenes strikes out 7 in debut, Pirates hit 5 homers in 10-9 victory over the Cubs
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Paul Skenes struck out seven over four-plus innings in his major league debut and Yasmani Grandal hit a go-ahead three-run homer as…
Heath Oil to hold grand re-opening later this month
By HELEN FIELDING Staff writer The Heath Oil at 5821 Route 322 near Franklin will hold a grand re-opening May 22 after some major renovations….
Ten Miles 4 Two Mile Jeep Run returns in July
From staff reports The Ten Miles 4 Two Mile Jeep Run will return for a fourth year on July 13 and 14, the two days…
Solar storm hits Earth, producing colorful light shows across Northern Hemisphere
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — An unusually strong solar storm hitting Earth produced stunning displays of color in the skies across the Northern Hemisphere early…
Bellinger delivers four hits, including a homer, as the Cubs surge past the Pirates 7-2
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Cody Bellinger had four hits, including his seventh home run of the season, and the Chicago Cubs surged past the Pittsburgh Pirates…
Recent Deaths 5/11/24
Barbara Ann (Mealy) Allio, 79, of Tionesta, died May 9, 2024. Wilma J. Wolfe, 88, of Knox, died May 8, 2024. Edward James Frederick, 87,…
Pet of the Day 5/10/24
Looking for a new cuddle buddy and house hippo? Look no further than handsome Hunk! This adorable 7-year-old pit-a-potamus is friendly, brave, curious, affectionate, gentle,…
Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers
(Family Features) Your guests won’t be able to have just one of these sweet and savory poppers. With a touch of heat from the cayenne…
Franklin pair facing charges for domestic dispute
By AUSTIN GRAY Staff writer A Franklin couple is facing multiple charges as a result of a domestic dispute that turned physical in their residence….
Clintonville park to receive $50,000 grant
From staff reports The Clintonville Borough Park will receive a $50,000 grant through the launch of Pennsylvania Parks Fund’s (PPF) new grant program. The grant…
UN to vote on resolution that would grant Palestine new rights and revive its UN membership bid
UNITED NATIONS (AP) — The U.N. General Assembly is expected to vote Friday on a resolution that would grant new “rights and privileges” to Palestine…
Biden says US won’t supply weapons for Israel to attack Rafah, in warning to ally
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden said that he would not supply offensive weapons that Israel could use to launch an all-out assault on Rafah…
Adell homers, Angels rally past Pirates 5-4 to earn first series victory since early April
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Jo Adell hit his fifth homer of the season and added an RBI single and the Los Angeles Angels slipped by the…
Review: Brooke Shields and Benjamin Bratt deserve more than Netflix’s ‘Mother of the Bride’
The Associated Press Romantic comedies are in a destination wedding rut. Perhaps it’s a collective post-COVID wanderlust kicking in, or, more cynically, some combination of…
Recent Deaths 5/9/24
Dawn Marie May, 55, died May 7, 2024. Steven Von Daugherty, 66, of Shippenville, died. Dale A. Wolbert, 67, of Shippenville, died May 7, 2024….
Pet of the Day 5/8/24
Drago is a handsome young tiger who is in need of a new address! He is still young at only one year old and he…
Pierogy Burrito Bowls
(Family Features) Between work, after-school activities and homework, planning memorable family time is nearly impossible. Changing that mindset can start by making mealtime simpler with…
Man facing 25 charges that include drug, firearms counts
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer A Cranberry man is facing 25 charges, including several felonies, for fighting with his neighbor, firing several shots in the…
Veterans resource fair set Thursday at Franklin VFW
From staff reports A veterans resource fair will be held Thursday at Franklin VFW Post 1835 at 411 Ninth St. for veterans and their families….
Has Israel followed the law in its war in Gaza? The US is due to render a first-of-its-kind verdict
WASHINGTON (AP) — Facing heat over its military support for Israel’s war, the Biden administration is due to deliver a first-of-its-kind formal verdict this week…
State Senate approves GOP’s $3B tax-cutting plan, over objections of top Democrats
HARRISBURG (AP) — Republican lawmakers on Tuesday advanced legislation for a $3 billion tax cut, their just-unveiled counterproposal to Democratic Gov. Josh Shapiro’s budget plan…
Pillar homers twice as Sandoval and the Angels beat the Pirates 9-0
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Kevin Pillar homered twice and drove in six runs, helping Patrick Sandoval and the Los Angeles Angels beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 9-0…
Recent Deaths 5/8/24
Everett L. Sopher, 90, of Titusville, died May 7, 2024. Maureen Louise Nader, 72, died April 29, 2024. Ella Irene Henry, 91, formerly of Sligo,…
Pet of the Day 5/7/24
Nelly is a real sweetheart, and is looking for someone to love! This gorgeous girl is approximately two years old and absolutely loves affection! She…
Chocolate Ice Cream with “Caramel” Sauce
(Family Features) In a world of packed schedules and boring food, it can feel like doing the healthy thing means giving up some of what…
$11 million in unclaimed property owed to tri-county residents
From staff reports Pennsylvania Treasurer Stacy Garrity has announced that more than $11.2 million of unclaimed property is owed to residents of Venango, Clarion and…
Taste of Talent registration packets available
University of Chicago clears a pro-Palestinian demonstration as MIT confronts a new encampment
Israeli forces seize Rafah crossing in Gaza, threatening aid and putting cease-fire talks on edge
Olivares’ grand slam, Mitch Keller’s complete game lead Pirates over Angels 4-1
Recent Deaths 5/7/24
Pet of the Day 5/6/24
Peanut Butter Jelly Ice Cream
