Volunteers needed for tax aide program
From staff reports The Venango County Senior Volunteer Program, in cooperation with the AARP Tax-Aide Program, is looking for volunteers age 55 and older to…
From staff reports The Venango County Senior Volunteer Program, in cooperation with the AARP Tax-Aide Program, is looking for volunteers age 55 and older to…
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Those seeking to know the motive of Las Vegas gunman Stephen Paddock have had little more to chase than hints and…
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Penguins insist they’re well aware of the bumpy road ahead as the two-time defending Stanley Cup champions chase history. Just…
NEW YORK (AP) — Popular film and TV actor Tim Roth has played a lot of bad guys. In movies ranging from “Reservoir Dogs” and…
Velma Mae Kline McCauley, 95, formerly of Venus, died Oct. 3, 2017. James N. Greenawalt Sr., 81, of Fisher, died Oct. 4, 2017. Doris Virginia Fink, 100, of…
From staff reports The Titusville Senior Center is open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Lunch is served at noon for a suggested donation of…
Name: Creed Breed: Terrier, American Pit Bull mix Age: 2 years Gender: Male Size: Medium Color: White/ Brindle Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Creed can be…
Serves 6 Start to finish: 25 minutes ¼ cup (approximately) plus 2 teaspoons vegetable or canola oil, divided 2 teaspoons finely minced garlic 1 tablespoon…
From staff reports State Rep. Donna Oberlander of Clarion will host an event designed to educate consumers about the ongoing threat of identity theft and…
From staff reports A free workshop will be offered later this month for people looking to polish up their job interview skills. Well Spring, a…
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — The official death toll from Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico has increased to 34 from 16, the U.S. territory’s…
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Matt Murray jokes he can’t help but do a double take whenever he sees a No. 30 Pittsburgh Penguins jersey in public….
LOS ANGELES (AP) — It’s a titanic reunion — Kate Winslet is joining the “Avatar” franchise, reuniting the actress with “Titanic” director James Cameron. A…
Joyce A. Scott, 55, of Oil City, died Oct. 2, 2017. Velma M. Kline McCauley, 95, formerly of Oil City, died Oct. 3, 2017. Mark…
Name: Waffle Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 8 months Gender: Female Size: Small Color: Black Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption Price: $50.00 Waffle can be…
Servings: 8-10 Start to finish: 30 minutes 8-10 pork bratwursts, uncooked 1/2 stick unsalted butter 1 large white or yellow onion, divided 2-3 bottles or…
By MARISSA DECHANT Staff writer An Oil City man is facing charges for allegedly stalking and sending his former girlfriend threatening messages. A criminal complaint…
By JIM MEYER Staff writer Oil City High School students are planning a team building day Thursday in which they hope to break down social…
The Associated Press They were school teachers and youth football coaches, real estate agents and local business owners. They were parents, siblings, husbands, wives, neighbors…
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The parade celebrating the Pittsburgh Penguins’ second straight Stanley Cup was still raging on that hot afternoon in mid-June when Mike Sullivan…
The Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) — Given the leather jacket and sneer Tom Petty wore on the cover of his 1976 debut, many people…
Mary Ellen Martin, 72, of Vernon Township, died Sept, 28, 2017. John R. “Jack” Lewis, 78, formerly of Erie, died Oct. 2, 2017. Mark A….
From staff reports The first ever Agriculture Awareness Day was held by the Venango Conservation District on Saturday, Sept. 9, at Baytree Farm in Emlenton….
Last week, the House Veterans’ Affairs Subcommittee on Health held a hearing to discuss 10 bills pending before the committee. The hearing focused on…
Tiger is a 3 year old, male Boxer. He is a bit shy at first but warms up quickly & loves to give kisses. Tiger…
Start to finish: 11 hours, 20 minutes (30 active) Servings: Makes 36 squares One 15-ounce can pumpkin puree (not pie filling) 6 tablespoons unsalted butter,…
From staff reports Bishop Lawrence T. Persico of the Erie Catholic Diocese celebrated the fifth anniversary of his ordination as bishop on Sunday. Persico took…
The Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — Gio Gonzalez did not sound like someone who wanted to pitch in a meaningless regular-season finale. Didn’t exactly pitch…
NEW YORK (AP) — Marilyn Manson is canceling several upcoming tour dates after the singer was injured in a mishap onstage during a New York…
Debby Sue McSparren, 64, of Oil City, died Sept. 30, 2017. For complete obituaries, please pick up a copy of The Derrick for this…
LAS VEGAS (AP) — A gunman perched on the 32nd floor of a Las Vegas hotel-casino unleashed a hail of bullets on an outdoor country…
Precious Paws Animal Rescue will hold its fall craft fair Saturday. Clarion PUPS will participate in Farmers and Crafters Day during the Autumn Leaf Festival….
Ivy is a beautiful little tortoiseshell kitten. She is playful and sweet. Ivy is negative for Feline Leukemia and is current on age appropriate vaccines….
Servings: 6 Start to finish: 1 hour, 10 minutes (Active time: 10 minutes) 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1…
From staff reports A 25-year-old Knox man faces charges he had sexual intercourse with a 14-year-old girl in a bedroom at the Knox Ambulance station….
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer There is a battle brewing in Cranberry Township about a proposed new zoning designation. In an unexpected move, the…
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Two days of cracking, thundering falling rock at Yosemite National Park have left one man dead, two people injured, and even…
WASHINGTON (AP) — Sean Doolittle pounded his left fist against his right palm while discussing his first blown save in 22 chances since joining the…
NEW YORK (AP) — Beyonce has released a surprise single on which she sings in Spanish, English and French to raise relief money for those…
Sheldon Dean Rossey, 92, of Reynoldsville, died Sept. 27, 2017. Thomas W. Kurtzhals, 95, of Shippenville, died Sept. 28, 2017. Robert E. “Bake” Baker, 79,…
From staff reports “Leaves of Blue and Gold: Celebrating Clarion University’s 150th” is the theme of the 64th annual Autumn Leaf Festival, which is Saturday, Sept. 30,…
Injuries that occur around the home contribute to millions of medical visits and tens of thousands of fatalities each year. Falls account for the largest…
By WILLIAM STEVENS Staff writer The United Way of Venango County’s annual impact campaign is officially underway. From now until Dec. 15, the United Way…
Name: Zeus Breed: Terrier, American Pit Bull/ Rottweiler Age: 2 years Gender: Male Size: Large Color: Blue/ Tan Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Zeus can be…
Makes 4 servings 4 pieces veal shank, each about 14 ounces and 2 inches thick All-purpose flour for dredging Coarse sea salt and freshly ground…
By MARISSA DECHANT Staff writer A Franklin woman accused of embezzling more than $6,000 from the Central Elementary School PTO fund waived her preliminary hearing…