‘Madea’ over-performs at box office; ‘Green Book’ surges
LOS ANGELES — Tyler Perry’s final Madea release was not enough to unseat Universal’s “How to Train Your Dragon” trilogy-ender at the box office over…
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Recent Deaths 3/4/19
William “Bill” Russel Wade, 80, of Emlenton, died March 1, 2019. Kevin Jay Fenstermaker, 51, of Venus, died March 2, 2019. Arlene F. (Zachrel) Ostrowski,…
OC appoints interim chief
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer Oil City has a new police chief to succeed Bob Wenner as the city’s top law enforcement agent. David…
Advance Auto coming to former East End Thorne’s
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer A two-year effort to find tenants for a pair of sprawling supermarket buildings in Oil City has paid off…
US, South Korea end spring military drills to back diplomacy
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — South Korea and the U.S. are eliminating their massive springtime military drills and replacing them with smaller exercises in what…
Guentzel, Crosby power Penguins past Canadiens 5-1
MONTREAL (AP) — Sidney Crosby and the Pittsburgh Penguins started quickly — and then just kept going against the Montreal Canadiens. Crosby had a goal…
Spielberg to propose Oscar rules that could disqualify streaming films
The Associated Press After “Roma’s” three Oscar wins last Sunday, director Steven Spielberg is taking aim at streaming films for future Academy Awards. Spielberg will…
Emlenton crash
Spring has Sprung at CHS
By LAUREN REMBOLD & JENNA SEIGWORTH Student contributors This week, Cranberry High School has been buzzing with a newfound spring spirit despite the gloomy weather…
Ex-OC man sentenced for illegally possessing 10 firearms, ammunition
From staff reports A former Oil City resident has been sentenced in federal court to two and a half years in prison followed by three…
Titusville business creates wildlife habitat garden
From staff reports The National Wildlife Federation, America’s largest wildlife conservation and education organization, announced McMullen House Bed & Breakfast in Titusville has created a…
Franklin church starting GriefShare program
From staff reports Community members who have experienced the death of a family member or friend may register for a GriefShare program at Atlantic Avenue…
America’s newest crew capsule rockets toward space station
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — America’s newest capsule for astronauts rocketed Saturday toward the International Space Station on a high-stakes test flight by SpaceX. The…
Sheary scores 2 in Sabres’ OT win over Pens
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — Conor Sheary and the Buffalo Sabres aren’t ready to be counted out of the Eastern Conference playoff race just yet. With…
John Mayer launches foundation focused on veterans
NEW YORK (AP) — John Mayer is launching a foundation focused on improving the health of veterans through scientific research. The Grammy-winning singer on Friday…
Recent Deaths 3/2/19
Jason Anthony Poor, 21, died Feb. 27, 2019. Clarence R. Shirey, 76, of Dayton, died Feb. 28, 2019. Gregory E. Flinchbaugh, 61, of Edinboro, died…
Pet of the day 3/1/19
Thai is a beautiful young male. He is approximately 2 years old. He was surrendered to the rescue because the owners dogs were not nice…
Curried Butternut Squash and Apple Soup
Servings: 4-6 Start to finish: 1 hour, 15 minutes 6 slices hearty white sandwich bread, crusts removed, cut into 1/2 inch pieces (3 cups) 3…
Seventh suspect charged in drug delivery operation
From staff reports Another suspect has been charged by Franklin state police in connection with an ongoing drug delivery investigation that has resulted in at…
Northwest Commission seeks input on transportation plan
From staff reports The Northwest Commission has launched an online survey to gauge public input and opinion as it advances on an update of its…
Walmart to make ‘every effort’ to keep disabled greeters
The Associated Press After more than a week of backlash, Walmart is pledging to make “every effort” to find other roles for disabled workers who’d accused the…
Jaden Smith’s foundation bringing clean water to Flint
FLINT, Mich. (AP) — Jaden Smith’s foundation and a church are working to bring cleaner water to Flint, Michigan. The rapper’s organization and First Trinity…
Recent Deaths 3/1/19
Robert E. “Hoot” Anderson, 90, of Franklin, died Feb. 27, 2019. Ray Ellsworth, 81, of Indianapolis, Indiana, died Feb. 24, 2019. Veronica “Bonnie” L. Carroll-Judy,…
Pet of the day 2/28/19
Aria is a 1 year old, female Husky surrendered to the rescue because she was not allowed in the home they were living in. Owner…
Chicken Florentine
Servings: 4-6 Start to finish: 45 minutes 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 12 ounces (12 cups) baby spinach 4 (6-ounce) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, trimmed Salt…
Man accused of lewdness in front of juvenile co-worker
From staff reports A Strattanville man is facing charges after he was accused of performing a lewd act in front of co-worker. According to a…
No deal: Trump, Kim summit collapses over sanctions impasse
HANOI, Vietnam (AP) — Talks between President Donald Trump and North Korea’s Kim Jong Un collapsed Thursday after the two sides failed to bridge a…
Pens forward Rust, defenseman Ruhwedel out ‘longer term’
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The injuries keep piling up for the Pittsburgh Penguins, who hope the arrival of defenseman Erik Gudbranson will help them deal with…
New Disney area to immerse parkgoers in a Star Wars story
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The world of Star Wars is coming from a galaxy far, far away to become the largest single-themed land created in…
Recent Deaths 2/28/19
Karle B. Lutz, 94, of Oil City, died Feb. 25, 2019. Francis J. Lander Sr., 85, of Oil City, died Feb. 27, 2019. M. Arlene…
All About VEX Robotics
By NATALIE SANDROCK & JENNA SEIGWORTH Student Contributors VEX is a robotics competition that encompasses grades third through twelfth. Teams (aka alliances) of four students…
Possession with intent to deliver
Plan ahead to ensure a fun camping vacation
It was the only vacation that ever made my wife cry. She wasn’t alone. This camping trip had been my friend’s idea – though I…
Pet of the day 2/27/19
Name: Salem Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 2 years Gender: Female Size: Medium Color: White/ Brown Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Salem can be found at…
Macaroni and Cheese
Servings: 4 Start to finish: 45 minutes Bread Crumbs: 3 slices hearty white sandwich bread, torn into quarters 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted Salt Macaroni…
Grant received for Blood Farm project at Oil Creek State Park
From staff reports The Pennsylvania Parks and Forests Foundation, the only non-profit whose mission is Pennsylvania’s state parks and forests, has received a grant from…
Children’s Day at Cranberry Mall set
From staff reports Children’s Day at the Cranberry Mall will be held from noon to 5 p.m. Sunday, April 7. This year’s theme is “Children’s…
Trump, Kim share smiles, dinner before nuke talks
HANOI, Vietnam (AP) — U.S. President Donald Trump and North Korea’s Kim Jong Un, leaders of two nations with a long history of hostilities, opened…
McCann scores twice, Penguins beat Blue Jackets 5-2
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — After the Columbus Blue Jackets beefed up their roster at the NHL trade deadline for a Metropolitan Division playoff run, the…
Jenna Bush Hager will replace Kathie Lee Gifford as ‘Today’ co-host
The Associated Press Jenna Bush Hager will take over Kathie Lee Gifford’s seat at the table of the fourth hour of the “Today” show in…
Recent Deaths 2/27/19
William Lee Moon, Sr., 81, of Cranberry, died Feb. 26, 2019. Tyler J. Carey, 20, of Franklin, died Feb. 19, 2019. Paul K. Mendenhall, 84,…
Cranberry Twp. threats
Pet of the day 2/26/19
Lucy is a 2 year old, female German Shepherd surrendered to the rescue. Lucy is already spayed and up to date on her vaccines. Lucy…
Overnight Oatmeal
Servings: 4 Prep Time: 10 minutes, plus overnight resting time Cook Time: 15 minutes Prepare Ingredients: 3 cups plus 1 cup water, measured separately 1…
Crews keep restoring power across region after ‘unusual’ storm
By SARAH TITLEY Staff writer Work continued Monday to restore power to residents affected by the high winds that swept through the region much of…
Franklin hears more health center opposition
By SARAH TITLEY Staff writer Franklin School Board members heard discussion again Monday about the health resource centers that are being proposed for schools across…
2 men charged in Philadelphia to Pittsburgh drug ring bust
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Authorities have arrested two men who they believe are part of a drug trafficking ring between Pittsburgh and Philadelphia and confiscated $10…
Pens add defensemen Wideman, Gudbranson at deadline
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Penguins gave their beat-up blue line a needed shot of depth on Monday, acquiring Chris Wideman from Florida and Erik…
Ariana Grande to play Manchester, 2 years after arena bomb
LONDON (AP) — Ariana Grande is returning to Manchester, two years after a suicide bomber killed 22 people at her concert in the northwest England…
Recent Deaths 2/26/19
Charlsie Seeley, 86, formerly of Cochranton, died Feb. 23, 2019. Paula J. Brindley, 65, of Summerville, died Feb. 25, 2019. Donald L. Graham, 76, of…