Sensational Swimmers
By AVA FISCHER and JILLIAN PLUMMER Student contributors The Oil City High School varsity swim team, that co-ops with Cranberry High School, has had a…
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Cranberry VTC Students Compete In Skills Competition
By DEVIN ZERBE Student contributor On Jan. 17, selected students attending the Venango Technology Center in Oil City participated in the Skills USA District 10…
Cranberry Student Wins Big in Weld-Off
By NICK RICHAR and SAMUEL BLACK WIGREN Student contributors “I was overwhelmed and excited,” said Dakota Urey, who recently placed 2nd at a College-Level AWS…
Service Level Advocates at Erie VA, CBOC’s to Help You
As it was mentioned in last weeks Veterans’ Corner, there is help with issues, complaints, problems or complements that may arise at the Erie VA…
Child endangerment
12-year-old arrested for assault
Spinach and Frisee Salad
8 ounces baby spinach, cleaned and dried 8 ounces frisee lettuce, cleaned, dried and torn 2 ounces Raspberry Vinaigrette 6 ounces Raspberry Pickled Onions 2…
Pet of the Day 02-17-20
Daisy is a 2 year and 10 month old spayed female. She’s a white Catahoula Leopard dog mix. Daisy has brown eyes and a short…
Emlenton woman accused of child endangerment
From staff reports An Emlenton woman has been charged with child endangerment after a four-year-old girl was found on a bridge Sunday. The four-year-old girl…
Sugarcreek Borough police explain solicitation process
From staff reports Sugarcreek Borough police say there has been a recent uptick in reports of individuals trying to sell or offer goods and services…
Trading quarantines, Americans from cruise land in US
TRAVIS AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. (AP) — Two charter flights carrying cruise ship passengers from Japan landed at military bases in California and Texas overnight,…
Hornqvist has 2 goals, assist and Pens top Red Wings 5-1
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Patric Hornqvist and the fourth line set the tone in another big win for the Pittsburgh Penguins. Hornqvist had two goals and…
‘Sonic’ speeds to $57M debut; ‘Parasite’ sees big Oscar bump
NEW YORK (AP) — The redesigned “Sonic the Hedgehog” showed plenty of teeth at the box office, speeding to a $57 million debut, according to…
Recent Deaths 2/17/20
Pauline “Polly” L. Boring, 95, of Oil City, died Feb. 15, 2020. Robert A. “Shorty” Whitman, 96, of Polk, died Feb. 14, 2020. William “Dale”…
Junior District Choir
By ADY CARTER Student contributor On Jan. 20, nine Cranberry High School students, from grades 8 and 9, attended Junior District Choir at Punxsutawney High…
Accidental shooting
Many property owners turn out to learn basics of solar industry
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer Opening with the caveat “Remember, this is relatively new to all of us”, Penn State Extension educator Dan Brockett…
Summer reopening planned for Pithole bridge
By DILLON PROVENZA Staff writer The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation plans a summer reopening of the nearly quarter-century-old bridge that carries Pithole Road over West…
Armed robbery, shooting near campus leaves 2 students hurt
INDIANA, Pa. (AP) — An armed robbery and shooting at a pair of addresses near a western Pennsylvania university campus left two students injured, one…
Bansky’s Valentine’s Day mural covered after it was defaced
LONDON (AP) — The family who owns a house in southwest England where an artwork from Banksy appeared in time for Valentine’s Day has covered…
Sandycreek Twp. crash
Oil City student charged with assault
From staff reports An Oil City High School student was arrested at the school Thursday for assaulting another student. Oil City police said the incident…
Kahle Lake dam will benefit from funding
From staff reports The Kahle Lake dam will benefit from a $43.5 million multi-year funding plan released by the state and the Pennsylvania Fish and…
US and Taliban agree to truce, way forward in Afghanistan
MUNICH (AP) — The United States and the Taliban have agreed to a temporary truce that, if successful, would open the way for a deal…
Zucker’s two goals help Penguins beat Canadiens 4-1
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Penguins forward Jason Zucker is settling in nicely after two games with his new team. Zucker scored his first two goals with…
‘Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist’ finds heart, song in tragedy
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The zestfully titled, song-and-dance filled “Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist” has an unlikely origin. The NBC series, about a young woman who channels…
Recent Deaths 2/15/20
Peter “Pete” J. Laskovich, 73, of Franklin, died Feb. 14, 2020. Kevin L. Childs, 65, of Summerville, formerly of Huey and Clarion, died Feb. 12,…
Sweet, Luscious Snacks for Loved Ones
Valentine’s Day eats and treats (Family Features) Valentine’s Day naturally brings thoughts of hearts, flowers, sweetness and love. Because it also occurs during American Heart…
Pet of the Day 02-14-20
Meet Lady Kiki! This energetic girl certainly lives up to her name, a little country- a little bit rock and roll. She’s a happy, fun…
Endangering the welfare of children
Man charged in Guys Mills deaths has new attorney
From staff reports A Cochranton man accused of killing his stepmother and 10-year-old half-brother has a new attorney. Jack Turner, 21, who has been charged…
Franklin churches, Second Harvest partner in food program
From staff reports St. John’s Episcopal Church and Grace Lutheran Church in Franklin have partnered with Second Harvest Food Bank and Central Elementary School of…
Florida ‘red flag’ gun law used 3,500 times since Parkland
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — A 23-year-old man who posted on Facebook, “I don’t know why I don’t go on a killing spree.” A West…
Steelers confident Roethlisberger can return to form in 2020
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Steelers are confident quarterback Ben Roethlisberger’s surgically repaired right elbow will be ready to go in time for the 2020…
Review: ‘The Photograph’ develops nicely into a fine film
The Associated Press This Valentine’s Day, there’s certain to be the usual flood of candy and flowers. But at your local movie theater, there’s something…
Recent Deaths 2/14/20
William W. McCoy, 87, of Statesville, North Carolina, formerly of Parker, died Feb. 10, 2020. George B. “Brad” Roberts, 68, of Leeper, died Feb. 11,…
Caramel-Flavored Breakfast Fit for a Crowd
(Culinary.net) Cooking for a small crowd can be daunting. With this recipe for Caramel French Toast, you can prepare it the night before, bake in…
Pet of the Day 02-13-20
Marly, a Domestic Short Hair, is an 8 year old neutered male. He has a broad head, green eyes, and a soft black and white…
CHS: Court in Session
By HUNTER REDFIELD and JACOB UMSTEAD Student contributors Members of Cranberry High School’s Mock Trial team competed in two trials at the Erie County Courthouse…
New UPMC Northwest transportation drives away kids’ fears
From staff reports UPMC Northwest Hospital is putting some of its smallest patients in the driver’s seat. Pediatric patients can now drive themselves to the…
Report: Census Bureau at risk of not being ready for count
The Associated Press With the start of the 2020 census just a month away for most U.S. residents, the U.S. Census Bureau is behind in…
Shelton’s 1st workout as Pirates’ manager ‘cool’ experience
BRADENTON, Fla. (AP) — The smile never seemed to leave Derek Shelton’s face as he walked from one practice field to another while watching the…
Review: ‘Sonic the Hedgehog’ worth rushing to see
The Associated Press If the Hollywood mantra for making blockbusters is “faster, faster, faster,” then the creators of “Sonic the Hedgehog” have wisely ignored it….
Recent Deaths 2/13/20
George “Brad” Roberts, of Leeper, died Feb. 11, 2020. Betty Jane Oaks, 91, of Brookville, died Feb. 11, 2020. For complete obituaries, pick up…
Retail theft
Franklin man involved in crash
Bobcats: Beautiful species that’s made a big comeback
The clock is ticking for bobcats all across North America. Not in the sense that they’re in trouble. Far from it. Bobcats were scarce in…
Baked Eggs Puttanesca
Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 45 minutes Servings: 4-6 3 tablespoons olive oil 1/2 yellow onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, chopped 3 anchovy filets,…
Pet of the Day 02-12-20
Missy, a Domestic Short Hair, is an 8 year old spayed female. This attractive calico has contrasting areas of white, wide green eyes, and a…
Cherrytree supervisor addresses solar interest
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer Growing interest in solar energy in Venango County was a topic of discussion at Tuesday’s county commissioners meeting. Jim Waugh,…