Firefighters leader outlines issues facing volunteers
By JIM MEYER Staff writer The Venango County Firefighters and Fire Chiefs Association wants township officials in the county to help fund siren systems for…
By JIM MEYER Staff writer The Venango County Firefighters and Fire Chiefs Association wants township officials in the county to help fund siren systems for…
BALI, Indonesia (AP) — More than 120,000 people have fled the region around the Mount Agung volcano on the Indonesian tourist island of Bali, fearing…
PITTSBURGH (AP) — With four games remaining in their season, the Pittsburgh Pirates will likely finish next-to-last in the majors in home runs. But rookie…
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Hugh Hefner turned silk pajamas into a work uniform, women into centerfolds and sexual desire into a worldwide multimedia empire that…
Timothy D. Shaffer, 59, of Clarion, died Sept. 26, 2017. Eileen R. (Guth) Schill, 89, of Lucinda, died Sept. 25, 2017. Lois J. Durkit, 78,…
From staff reports Titusville Senior Center’s Annual Charity Auction will be held Friday, Oct. 20. The doors open at 5 p.m. Bidding starts at 6 p.m….
The Oil City Fire Department recently purchased a 2017 rescue truck that allows paramedics to arrive at the scene quicker where advanced life saving care…
Max is a sweet guy who was having a rough life on the “streets” until he was saved by a good samaritan and surrendered to…
Servings: 6 Start to finish: 25 minutes 6 fillets of cod, or other firm fish about 2 pounds total 1 tablespoon reduced sodium soy sauce…
A Cochranton man escaped injury in a tractor-trailer crash at 4 a.m. Tuesday on Interstate 80 in Irwin Township. Clintonville fire chief Gerry Rea said…
From staff reports The Oil City Salvation Army is currently accepting applications for its Bundle Up program and will be taking applications for Christmas assistance…
MONTEBELLO, Puerto Rico (AP) — Relatives helped Maribel Valentin Espino find shelter when Hurricane Maria roared through her community in northern Puerto Rico. Neighbors formed…
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Andrew McCutchen knew it as soon as the ball left his bat. The Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder had sent a ball 412 feet…
NEW YORK (AP) — Bruno Mars is expanding his support of a Grammy scholarship for high school students. The five-time Grammy winner had lent financial…
Elizabeth L. “Liz” Stephenson, 60, of Oil City, died Sept. 26, 2017. Lawrence E. “Joe” Moyer, 80, of Karns City, formerly of Parker, died Sept….
The Associated Press Thousands of visitors abandoned their beach vacations and evacuated North Carolina’s Outer Banks on Tuesday as a weakening Hurricane Maria moved northward…
With their bright colors and tall prowess, it’s easy to see why sunflowers have found their place in the sun. After a little searching it turns…
Sidney is a 4 year old female Siberian Husky mix. Sidney enjoys playing with toys in the yard and knows several basic commands. She is…
Serves 4 2 large garlic cloves 7 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 12/3 ounces (about 5 heaped tablespoons) coarse fresh breadcrumbs 2 broiled red bell…
From staff reports Clarion state police are searching for one or more suspects involved in an aggravated assault incident that occurred at about 4 a.m….
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer A budget stymie in Harrisburg hasn’t yet dramatically impacted public school districts, but that time may come within a…
MEXICO CITY (AP) — Mexican government officials are tallying up the economic losses of the magnitude 7.1 earthquake that caused widespread damage in the capital,…
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Alejandro Villanueva just wanted to get a glimpse of the American flag, the symbol he wore on his military uniform during three…
NEW YORK (AP) — Robert Plant is going on tour in North America next year to support his upcoming album, “Carry Fire.” The former Led…
Mary Lou (Graham) Bortz, 77, of Mercer, formerly of Rocky Grove, died Sept. 24, 2017. Madeline C. Beary Ditz, 84, of Fryburg, died Sept. 24,…
Name: Prince William Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 1 year Gender: Male Size: Medium Color: Black/ Grey Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption Price: $40.00 Prince…
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) recently released a more comprehensive analysis of veteran suicide data. After working with the Department of Defense, as well…
From staff reports Attorney General Josh Shapiro today announced criminal charges against 30 suspected drug dealers in connection with the shipment and sale of $1.6…
Start to finish: 2 hours 5 minutes (50 active) Servings: 4 as an entree, 6 as a first course For the soup: 4 pounds butternut…
From staff reports Pennsylvania’s statewide archery deer season begins Saturday, and its return is prompting the Pennsylvania Game Commission to issue some helpful reminders. Archers…
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Witnesses and police described a chaotic scene as a masked attacker armed with two guns shot seven people, killing one, in…
CHICAGO (AP) — When the national anthem started at Soldier Field, the visiting sideline was mostly empty. The most prominent evidence of the Pittsburgh Steelers…
NEW YORK (AP) — The R-rated spy comedy “Kingsman: The Golden Circle” displaced the horror sensation “It” as the No. 1 film in North America,…
Marie B. Reynolds, 89, of Summerville, died Sept. 24, 2017. David D. Switzer, 66, of Rockland Township, died Sept. 22, 2017. George E. Niederriter, 82, of…
An Oilers fan submitted this photo of the Oil City marching band and cheerleaders at the end of the Grove City vs. Oil City football…
At 4:02 p.m. today, Autumn began. With temperatures predicted to stay in the mid- to upper-80s for several more days, it seems like this is…
Tri-County Animal Rescue Center will hold a dedication ceremony for Posey’s Pavilion on Sunday. An October adoption event for felines is sure to help you…
Recently, a group of East Forest teachers teamed up with a local accountant from Leeper to take on the Tough Mudder in Slippery Rock. East…
Name: Tommy Breed: Mixed Breed Age: 3 years Size: Medium Color: Brindle/ White Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Tommy can be found at Venango County Humane…
Servings: 10 Start to finish: 4 hours (Active time: 40 minutes) Pumpkin Bread: 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature, plus more for greasing 1 3/4…
From staff reports A Franklin woman was arraigned Thursday on a theft charge for allegedly embezzling money from the Central Elementary School PTO fund. Franklin…
From staff reports Audience members are in for a sweet treat as Franklin Civic Operetta Association’s production of “Willy Wonka” opens Friday, Sept. 29, at…
BOSTON (AP) — Former New England Patriots star Aaron Hernandez had a severe case of the degenerative brain disease chronic traumatic encephalopathy, researchers said on…
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The NFL’s youngest player rides his bike to work, runs to the local ice cream place in SpongeBob Squarepants slippers and will…
The Associated Press Lady Gaga has written an emotional message to fans to mark of the release of her new Netflix documentary. In a note posted…
Steven J. Allen, 60, of Oil City, died Sept. 21, 2017. Robert Howard Griffen, MD, 91, of Springfield, Illinois, formerly of Destin, Florida, and Franklin,…