Multimodal, Cornplanter Square plans moving forward
By JIM MEYER Staff Writer Two major revitalization projects for Oil City continue to move forward following action Tuesday by the Venango County commissioners. The…
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‘Little Shop of Horrors’ opens Thursday at Keystone
The cast, crew and production staff at Keystone High School will be presenting “Little Shop of Horrors” Thursday through Saturday. Doors open at 6:30. Tickets…
Students to walk out nationwide protesting gun violence
The Associated Press From Maine to Hawaii, students planned to walk out of school Wednesday to protest gun violence in the biggest demonstration yet of…
‘Homer can help you’: War vets use ancient epics to cope
BURLINGTON, Vt. (AP) — The trials of Odysseus are really not that different from the struggles of those learning to readjust after wars of today,…
Recent Deaths 3/14/18
Mike Mong, 73, of Morganton, North Carolina, died March 11, 2018. Ruel A. Root Jr., 84, of Vowinckel, died March 12, 2018. Thomas M. Jones, 87,…
Brilliant, popular physicist Stephen Hawking dies at 76
PARIS (AP) — In his final years, the only thing connecting the brilliant physicist to the outside world was a couple of inches of frayed…
Oakland Twp. DUI crash
Emlenton Borough disorderly conduct
Jump Rope for Heart
On Saturday, March 3, 2018, Smedley and Seventh Street Elementary Schools hosted a Jump Rope for Heart event at Oil City High School. The schools…
Time of transition
More Canada geese have been heard and spotted overhead. Different birds are stopping by the feeder and other places. The most notable observation from this…
Pet of the day 3/13/18
Name: Milo Breed: Catahoula Leopard dog/Bulldog,English Age: 11 months Gender: Male Size: Large Color: Brindle/ Blue Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Milo can be found at…
Classic deviled eggs
Makes 24 deviled egg halves Serves 12 40 minutes start to finish 1 dozen large eggs 1/3 cup mayonnaise 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard A few…
It’s On Us PA grants awarded to 39 schools
From staff reports Gov. Tom Wolf continues to expand his commitment to combating sexual assault on Pennsylvania college and university campuses. Today, at an event…
PennDOT opens REAL ID identification process
From staff reports PennDOT has opened online application for REAL ID pre-verification for customers who are interested in obtaining a REAL ID and obtained their…
Petroleum Program Series continues Thursday
From staff reports The third installment of the Petroleum Program Series at Drake Well Museum and Park will be held at 6:30 p.m. Thursday. This…
Under spotlight, special Pa. House race goes to voters
CARNEGIE (AP) — Shadowed by the Trump presidency and the potential impact of a special election in a midterm year, voters in a western Pennsylvania…
Fleury wins 400th, Golden Knights beat Flyers 3-2
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Marc-Andre Fleury has helped surprising Vegas by bringing a positive vibe and a contagious amount of confidence to the locker room. His…
Church of Scientology launches TV channel
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Church of Scientology launched its own TV channel with a vow that it will be candid about every aspect of…
Recent Deaths 3/13/18
Janet R. Greggs, 80, of Franklin, died March 11, 2018. Martha M. Horne, 95, of Bradenton, Florida, formerly of Oil City and Titusville, died March…
Cranberry drug possession
Anniversary of the Invasion of Iraq
On March 19, 2003, President George Bush launched the invasion of Iraq. Nearly 4,500 service members were killed in more than the almost nine years…
Pet of the day 3/12/18
Aiden came in as a stray. He’s a little shy. He is neutered and current on vaccines. He tested negative for fiv and leukemia. Aiden…
NASA will fly you to the sun – or at least your name
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — NASA will fly you to the sun — or at least your name. Now until April 27, NASA is accepting…
Eggs baked in pastry nests
Servings: 4 Start to finish: 30 minutes 2 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 4 sheets phyllo pastry 4 thin slices prosciutto (about 3 ounces total)…
Latest nor’easter could dump a foot or more of snow
BOSTON (AP) — Much of the Northeast is bracing for blizzard conditions, a foot or more of snow and high winds as the third major…
Ovechkin vs. Laine vs. Malkin: NHL stars race to 50 goals
WASHINGTON (AP) — Patrik Laine knows where he stands. The Winnipeg Jets winger might not keep track of each time Alex Ovechkin or Evgeni Malkin…
‘Black Panther,’ 4 weeks in, tops ‘A Wrinkle in Time’
LOS ANGELES (AP) — T’Challa still rules the box office four weeks in, even with the fresh rivalry of another Walt Disney Studios release in…
Recent Deaths 3/12/18
Sheri F. Kaufman, 70, of Oil City, died March 9, 2018. Robert J. Urban, 91, of Oil City, died March 10, 2018. Dennis J. Horn, 73,…
‘The Addam’s Family’ to be performed at AC Valley
The Allegheny-Clarion Valley Drama Club will present the Broadway Musical hit, “The Addam’s Family” at 7 p.m. Thursday through Saturday, March 15-16, in the high…
‘The Addams Family: A New Musical’ opens Thursday
The Lakeview High School’s theater department’s 2018 production will be “The Addams Family: A New Musical.” The characters from the popular TV comedy will come…
Buddy up
A new program will bring together young readers and animals. Easter events are planned and many animals are still waiting for homes. Books with Buddies…
Pet of the day 3/9/18
Name: Shadow Breed: Alaskan Malamute Mix Age: 8 years Gender: Male Size: Large Color: Sable Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Adoption Price: $100.00 Shadow can be…
Sticky Grape Schiacciata
Shiacciata con l’uva Serves 6 1 cake compressed yeast, 1 packet active dry yeast or 1 packet quick-rising yeast A pinch of sugar 1 cup…
OC police charge 2 men in meth case
By MARISSA DECHANT Staff writer Two men are facing charges after police allegedly found them in possession of methamphetamine during the execution of a search…
Workshop to center on color, painting of historic buildings
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer A workshop focused on color and painting for historic homes and buildings will held Tuesday, March 27, in the…
President Trump plans to meet Kim Jong Un for nuke talks
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un and President Donald Trump plan to meet in May for nuclear disarmament talks, a…
‘Sopranos’ prequel film in the works with David Chase script
LOS ANGELES (AP) — “The Sopranos” might be coming to the movie theater. Warner Bros. Pictures says Thursday that New Line has purchased a screenplay…
Recent Deaths 3/9/18
Betty J. Beck, 84, of Knox, died March 7, 2018. Wanda I. Mathers, 65, of Oil City, died March 8, 2018. Evelyn Alida Fingado, 87, of…
Rockland Twp. accident
Clintonville Borough accident
Wanted person
Online banking safety tips
In the digital era, many errands that once required leaving the house can be conducted from the comforts of home. Groceries can be ordered online…
Pet of the day 3/8/18
Darwin is a wonderful cat. He is 9 years old and current on vaccines. Darwin is neutered and negative for FIV & leukemia. He gets…
Cauliflower Popcorn
Yields 12 bites 1 head cauliflower 4 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon salt (or, for a salt-free alternative, Mrs. Dash table blend) Preheat oven to…
Ohio woman accused of taking vehicle, fleeing waives hearing
From staff reports An Ohio woman accused of stealing a vehicle from the Country Fair on Oil City’s North Side in November waived her preliminary…
State gun owners leader promotes rally at Sugarcreek meeting
By WILLIAM STEVENS Staff writer The president of the Pennsylvania Gun Owners Association attended Wednesday’s Sugarcreek Borough Council meeting and told the panel about an…
Women strike, protest as world marks Int’l Women’s Day
MADRID (AP) — Women across Europe and Asia shouted their demands for equality, respect and empowerment Thursday to mark International Women’s Day, with protesters in…
Sheary, Crosby lead Pens past Flyers and into 1st place
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Sidney Crosby’s continued dominance of the Flyers helped the two-time defending Stanley Cup champion Penguins move back into first place. Conor Sheary…
‘Bachelor’ star says he’ll take heat for switching fiancees
LOS ANGELES (AP) — ABC’s “The Bachelor” says he’s willing to take the heat for dumping Becca Kufrin to find true love with runner-up Lauren…
Recent Deaths 3/8/18
Theodore “Ted” Zimmerman, 83, of Cheektowaga, New York, formerly of Oil City, died March 4, 2018. David P. Allen, 62, of Oil City, died March…