Charges withdrawn against OC man
From staff reports An Oil City man accused of pointing a gun at another man during an altercation at an East Third Street residence last…
From staff reports An Oil City man accused of pointing a gun at another man during an altercation at an East Third Street residence last…
From staff reports Here is today’s schedule for the first official day of the Oil Heritage Festival: Junior Olympics – 9 a.m. at Oil City…
IDYLLWILD, Calif. (AP) — A fast-moving wildfire — believed to have been sparked by arson — tore through trees, burned five homes and forced evacuation…
CLEVELAND (AP) — Trevor Bauer, Adam Cimber and Brad Hand combined for an emphatic end to the Pittsburgh Pirates’ 11-game winning streak. Bauer struck out…
BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. (AP) — A roundup of news from the Television Critics Association summer meeting, at which TV networks and streaming services are presenting…
Kimberly R. “Kim” Seamon, 53, of Meadville, formerly of Emlenton, died July 25, 2018. For complete obituaries, please pick up a copy of The…
It’s the developing headgear on white-tailed deer that get all of the attention at this time of year. Look what people write when posting trail…
Cranberry Place The Cranberry Place Older Adult Center is open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays. Lunch is served daily at 11:30 a.m. for a suggested donation…
Name: Burt Breed: Hound Mix Age: 1 year Gender: Male Size: Medium Color: Blue Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Burt can be found at Venango County…
With summer drawing to its inevitable end (and school starting Aug. 28), many people, including myself, are making an effort to experience this season’s last…
Servings: 6 Start to finish: 1 hour To boil lobster: 4 (1 1/4-pound) live lobsters (yields 1 pound of meat) 1/3 cup salt Lobster Roll…
By JIM MEYER Staff writer The shale revolution is underway and it may have the power to revitalize the entire region, according to Lance Hummer,…
From staff reports The Rocky Grove High School state championship baseball team was formally recognized at Monday’s Valley Grove School Board meeting. High school principal…
MATI, Greece (AP) — Rescue crews were searching Wednesday through charred homes and cars for those still missing after the deadliest wildfires to hit Greece…
CLEVELAND (AP) — Pittsburgh Pirates manager Clint Hurdle has a simple philosophy when it comes to hot streaks. “I have a saying that I use…
NEW YORK (AP) — A representative for Demi Lovato says she is awake and recovering with her family after the pop singer was reportedly hospitalized…
William A. “Bill” Phillips, 81, of Tionesta, died July 23, 2018. For complete obituaries, please pick up a copy of The Derrick for this…
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Staff writer Cranberry Area School District will have two upgraded security-related programs in place when students return for the fall semester….
Name: Yucie Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 1 year Gender: Female Size: Medium Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Yucie can be found at Venango County Humane…
Servings: 10 Start to finish: 20 minutes Dressing: 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil Coarse…
By JIM MEYER Staff writer While the landmark Hirsch’s Meats market on Route 322 in Kossuth remains open for business, meat production is at a…
From staff reports PennDOT is seeking public input on highway topics such as traffic safety improvements and driving behaviors through its annual online highway safety…
TORONTO (AP) — Canadian investigators are digging into the life of a 29-year-old man, seeking to explain what prompted him to fire a handgun into…
CLEVELAND (AP) — Corey Kluber struggled in his return while the Pittsburgh Pirates’ hot streak showed no signs of letting up. Josh Harrison hit a…
LONDON (AP) — Filmmaker James Cameron and Titanic discoverer Robert Ballard are backing a bid by a group of British museums to acquire a collection…
Harry Leroy Lutz, 81, of Strattanville, died July 22, 2018. Darlene (Brown) King, 66, of Coraopolis, formerly of Franklin, died July 17, 2018. Robert Allan…
Name: Toby Breed: Terrier Mix Gender: Male Size: Medium Color: Brown/ White Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Toby can be found at Venango County Humane Society.
On Wednesday, VFW National Legislative Service Director Carlos Fuentes participated in a roundtable discussion with House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs members to discuss the importance…
Start to finish: 50 minutes Servings: 4 80 grams (2/3rds cup) all-purpose flour, plus extra for coating the zucchini 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt 3/4 cup…
From staff reports A project to replace the 79-year old bridge that carries Route 8 over a tributary of Wolf Creek in Barkeyville will start…
From staff reports Applications are still being accepted for the 40th annual Oil Heritage Festival parade on Saturday. The parade steps off at 5 p.m….
TORONTO (AP) — A man walked along a Toronto street firing a handgun into restaurants and cafes, shooting 14 people and killing two before dying…
ATLANTA (AP) — When she’s not spending time with her grandchildren, Terrie Hamrick is likely dressed as a zombie. Hamrick’s dream of being a “walker”…
Eugene E. Carroll, 95, of Clarion, died July 22, 2018. Charles (Chuck, Charlie, Dave, Scratch) David Richey, 77, of Franklin, died July 21, 2018. Bonnie…
Name: Sophie Breed: Domestic Short Hair Age: 1 year Gender: Female Size: Medium House-trained: Yes Sophie can be found at Precious Paws Animal Rescue.
Servings: 4 Start to finish: 25 minutes 3 cups cored, seeded and diced ripe tomatoes (about 3 large tomatoes) 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil,…
From staff reports A Tionesta man was injured in a one-vehicle crash on Route 157 near Dutch Road Thursday evening in Pinegrove Township. Franklin state…
From staff reports Venango County Judge Robert Boyer has approved the Oil City School District’s sale of its central supply building at 1113 E. Second…
BRANSON, Mo. (AP) — Divers found four more bodies Friday in a Missouri lake where a duck boat packed with tourists capsized and sank in…
SAN DIEGO (AP) — “Breaking Bad” is gone, but Walter White may be coming back to television. “Breaking Bad” creator Vince Gilligan said Thursday at…
Charlotte J. Dittman, 73, of Emlenton, died July 18, 2018. Darlene (Brown) King, 66, of Coraopolis, formerly of Franklin, died July 17, 2018. Rose Marie…
Summer fun routinely involves days spent soaking up some of the sun’s rays. Relaxing days at the beach, barbecues in the backyard or picnics at…
Dixie is a female, adult, Dachshund mix that was surrendered to the rescue when her owners said they moved into a new home that would…
Servings: 8-10 Start to finish: 4 hours 1 1/2 pounds tomatoes, cored and cut into ¼-inch dice 2 red bell peppers, stemmed, seeded, and cut…
From staff reports Area police responded to two incidents about 90 minutes apart Wednesday afternoon involving vehicles that crashed at homes. The first incident occurred…
By JIM MEYER Staff writer The Venango County Planning Commission granted several waiver requests for the construction of a Dollar General in Polk and a…
WASHINGTON (AP) — More than a month after North Korea pledged to immediately return some American war dead, the promise is unfulfilled. Secretary of State…
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Lawyers representing former NFL players estimated Wednesday that payouts from the concussion settlement with the league will top $1.4 billion, a $400…
LONDON (AP) — Londoners and tourists alike have been bemused to find a giant statue of a bare-chested Jeff Goldblum next to the city’s iconic…