Creamy Couscous with Broccoli, Tomatoes and Cheese
Recipe courtesy of culinary dietitian Marcia Stanley, MS, RDN Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 5 minutes Servings: 6 1/2 cup chopped onion 2 tablespoons…
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Pet of the Day 02-06-20
Sassafras, a Domestic Short Hair, is a beige and brown tiger. She’s a curious, friendly kitten. You can meet her up close and personal at…
Athlete of the Week: Matt McQuaide
By ZOE ALBERT Student contributor This week’s Cranberry High School Athlete of the Week is basketball player Matt McQuaide. Matt is a senior at Cranberry…
Troubling trends in outdoor recreation participation
Maybe you’ve seen it in the news lately. America is facing a potential French fry shortage because of a poor potato crop. Couch potatoes remain…
Blueberry Apple Crisp Smoothie Bowl
Recipe courtesy of Rachel Gurk of Rachel Cooks Prep time: 5 minutes Servings: 1 1 cup frozen blueberries 2 cups apples, roughly chopped, reserving 2…
Pet of the Day 02-05-20
Esai, a Domestic Medium Hair, is a two and a half year old neutered male. Esai has a glossy black coat, a broad head, and…
A Plant-Based, Dairy-Inspired Dish
With the rise in popularity of plant-based diets and dishes, combining them with dairy products can create a superfood power couple. For example, the cheddar…
Pet of the Day 02-04-20
Valentina, a Domestic Short Hair, is a year old female. She’s an orange and white tabby with hazel eyes and a pink nose. Valentina is…
Help Is There If Needed
Veterans that are enrolled into the VA Health Care System, did you know there is help with issues you might have at a VA Hospital…
The Full Body Pit
By HUNTER REDFIELD – Student Contributor Fourteen hours after Keith and I left my house, we were finally able to step out of the car,…
Honey-Dill Coleslaw
Recipe courtesy of the National Honey Board Servings: 4 1/4 cup honey 1/2 cup sour cream 1/2 teaspoon dried dill weed 1 package (16 ounces)…
Pet of the Day 01-31-20
Beau, a Domestic Long Hair, is a 13 month old male cat. He has a silky black coat and pale green eyes. Beau is a…
A Flavorful, Exotic Spin
No tailgate is complete without a game day staple: burgers. For a twist on tradition, try serving a different style of beef to give guests…
Pet of the Day 01-30-20
Adora, a Domestic Short Hair, is a one year old female. She’s a bright calico with almond-shaped eyes and large, upright ears. This friendly, gentle…
Growing roses organically
Michael Marriott is an organic gardener and says roses can easily be grown that way. The technical manager and senior rosarian has been growing roses…
Beef Up Your Menu with a Trendy Twist on Sushi
(Family Features) Tantalizing taste buds with the latest in trendy foods can be a fun way to bring the whole family to the table for…
Pet of the Day 01-29-20
Butternut and Sassafras, two Domestic Short Hairs, are spayed females. They’re beige and brown tigers. Butternut and Sassafras are sharing a condo, and they’re every…
Cranberry Adventures with ‘The Pirate Queen’
By KRISTEN HOGUE Student contributor It’s play season at Cranberry High School and opening night is quickly approaching. This year’s school musical, directed by Preston…
Legislation Introduced to Add Diseases For Agent Orange Exposure
Last Wednesday, Reps. Josh Harder (D-Calif.) and Pete Stauber (R-Minn.) introduced VFW-supported H.R. 5610, the Fair Care For Vietnam Veterans Act. This important bipartisan legislation…
Pizza Burgers
Recipe courtesy of Chef Evan Robinson Servings: 4 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 1 medium portabella mushroom, finely chopped 2-3 white button mushrooms, finely chopped…
Pet of the Day 01-27-20
Sophia, a Domestic Short Hair, is a four year old spayed female. She has a soft grey and white coat, pale green eyes, and a…
Music Moves to the Next Level
By KRISTEN HOGUE Student contributor Eight Cranberry High School students traveled to the District 3 Chorus Festival at United High School in Armagh, Pennsylvania, last…
A Hot and Spicy Favorite
(Family Features) As the weather cools, spicy recipes can warm things up by satisfying your taste buds. For example, award-winning chef Elise Wiggins brings the…
Pet of the Day 01-24-20
Xena, a Domestic Short Hair, is a four month old spayed female. She’s a black and orange tortoiseshell with bright green eyes. Although Xena looks…
Steelhead Collection
By NATALIE SANDROCK Student contributor Contributions by HUNTER REDFIELD and AVA FISCHER Students in Cranberry’s Envirothon class went on their annual trip to help the…
VTC Students Build House up for Bid
By CASSIDY MILLER Student contributor Students in the Building Construction Trades Program at the Oil City Venango Technology Center have been working hard on a…
8th Grade Students Get “Berry” Scientific
By DEVIN ZERBE Student contributor On Dec. 16 and 17, Cranberry high School hosted its second annual 8th grade science fair. Led by science teacher,…
Clubs at Cranberry: Part 2
By ADY CARTER and NATALIE SANDROCK Student contributors Clubs are a great way for students to get involved, so it is important that all students…
Pop Up a Movie Night Snack
(Family Features) Tasty snacks add to the fun when hosting a movie night, whether it’s a birthday sleepover or an adults-only gathering. Light and airy…
Pet of the Day 01-22-20
Raven is a very large active girl who loves attention. She is bonded to her sister Willow. Both of these girls were recently surrendered to…
Restoring bobwhite quail proving difficult, but hope remains
Progress is being made, and a recent change in policy offers hope for more. But this is going to take more time that perhaps thought….
A Flavorful Family Meal
(Family Features) If your family struggles to make meal time happen, try creating kid-friendly recipes that bring everyone together at the table. For example, these…
Pet of the Day 01-21-20
Willow is a very large active girl who loves attention. She is bonded to her sister Raven. Both of these girls were recently surrendered to…
Cranberry Coach’s 100th Win in the Books
By CARA ANDRES Student contributor On Wednesday, Jan. 15, Cranberry High School’s boys basketball team was playing Venango Catholic High School on what proved to…
House Passes Bill to Expand Veteran Homeless Program
Last week, the House overwhelmingly passed the VFW-supported Veteran HOUSE Act of 2020. This bill would expand eligibility for the Department of Housing and Urban…
Human Society: Where Passion Takes Action
By KAIA DEAN Student contributor “My brother and I wanted a dog. Mom said yes and dad said no so we compromised and got a…
PHUNC… What a Good Idea
Student Jenna Seigworth receives a $500 scholarship should she choose to attend Penn State. (Photography contributed by Gayle Mitchell) By KRISTEN HOGUE Student contributor PHUNC,…
A Winter Wonderland in Cranberry
Michael Gunn and Abigail Pedley were crowned king and queen at Cranberry High School’s winter formal dance. (Photograph contributed by Kaitlyn Barnett) By ABBY HANNA Student…
A Perfect Pregame Warmup
(Family Features) When game day arrives and your crowd is ready to crank up the heat, turning to appetizers and dishes that feed the whole…
Pet of the Day 01-17-20
Clyde is a very nice boy who was surrendered to us by his previous owners because they were unable to care for him. Clyde loves…
Think tree seedlings for wildlife now
“It’s getting late early,” that’s what Yankees great Yogi Berra once said. The Hall of Fame catcher was talking baseball, not wildlife. But if you’re…
Baby Back Ribs with Honey, Chipotle and Mango Glaze
Recipe courtesy of the National Honey Board Servings: 8 2 racks baby back ribs 1 tablespoon salt 1 teaspoon pepper 1 can chipotle peppers in…
Pet of the Day 01-15-20
Meet Bentley! We knew you wouldn’t be able to resist his big handsome eyes and sweet face. Ever since he was a little puppy, he’s…
Cinnamon-Apple Crostata
⦁ Pie Pastry (we used Pillsbury Refrigerated Pie Crusts) Filling ⦁ 1/2 cup sugar ⦁ 4 tsp. cornstarch ⦁ 2 tsp. cinnamon ⦁ 4 cups…
Pet of the Day 01-14-20
Esme, a Domestic Short Hair, is a 14 month old spayed female. She’s a handsome brown, orange tiger with green eyes. This friendly girl loves…
Help Yourself to Healthier Hummus
(Family Features) Whether you’re hosting a houseful of guests or simply keeping your family’s hunger at bay before dinner, appetizers can be a home chef’s…
Pet of the Day 01-13-20
Fluffy, a Domestic Medium Hair, is a 6 month old neutered male. He’s a black and brown tabby with hazel eyes, a pink nose, and…
VFW Shares Women Veterans’ Concerns with House
Last Wednesday, the VFW NVS Veterans Casework Consultant for Health, Meggan Thomas, participated in the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs (HVAC) Women Veterans Task Force…
Pigskin Potatoes
Prep time: 20 minutes Cook time: 44 minutes Servings: 8 1 bag (1 1/2 pounds) Dynamic Duo or Terrific Trio Little Potatoes 6 ounces plain…
Pet of the Day 01-10-20
Nala is a fun, happy girl who is all wiggles and wags! She is super playful and has loads of energy. She would love to…