Sunday Gumbo
Yield: 16 servings 1 pound Italian sausage links, cut into 1/4-inch pieces 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed 3 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 medium…
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Pet of the day 6/6/19
Name: Delilah Breed: Schnauzer, Standard mix Gender: Female Size: Large Color: Black Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Delilah can be found at Venango County Humane Society.
Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp
Makes 8 servings 4 cups sliced hulled strawberries 4 cups diced rhubarb (about 5 stalks), cut into 1/2-inch dice 11/2 cups granulated sugar 2 tablespoons…
Distant Melody
By DYLAN LU Student contributor Many people compare life before graduation as a free trial, a warm up if you will, but soon to be…
Pollinator Palooza
Fat bumblebees explore tall purple baptisia flowers growing in a flowerbed at the Loyalhanna Watershed Association in Ligonier, forcing their way into the indigo blooms…
Pet of the day 6/5/19
Alfred is a sweet male kitten. He is current on age appropriate vaccines and will be neutered on June 4th. Alfred can be found at…
Blueberry Spinach Salad with Grilled Chicken
Makes 4 servings 3 6-ounce skinless, boneless chicken breast halves Cooking spray 1 6-ounce package fresh baby spinach 1 cup crumbled goat cheese 1 cup…
Healthy Selfie Campaign
Photos contributed by Healthy Selfie participants/CRANA By HANNAH NIEDERRITER Student contributor The Healthy Selfie campaign, organized by CRANA, is scheduled to begin in the 2019-2020…
Pet of the day 6/4/19
Name: Buddy Breed: Retriever, Lab mix Age: 3 years Gender: Male Size: Large Color: Chocolate Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Buddy can be found at Venango…
Spice Up Summer with Grilled Kebabs
Family Features) Fire up your summer cookouts with crowd-pleasing kebabs, which are easy to prepare and fun to experiment with because you can use nearly…
The Roof Over Our Heads
By HANNAH NIEDERRITER Student contributor As many staff and students of Cranberry High School are aware, roofing construction has taken place and continues to be…
A Unique Release
By LINDSAY PERRY – Student contributor Teenagers these days often find themselves in situations that can quickly become stressful. Between their school work and extracurricular…
75th Anniversary of D-Day is June 6
The invasion of Normandy was conducted in two phases – air and amphibious landings. Shortly after midnight on June 6, 1944, over 18,000 Allied paratroopers…
Editorial: Addiction in Youth
By JANICE IRWIN – Student Contributor Addiction is a spectrum. There are addictions people have casually and addictions that end up ruining lives. Not every…
Pet of the day 6/3/19
Taffy is a sweet calico kitten. She is current on age appreciate shots and will be spayed. Taffy can be found at Tri-County Animal Rescue…
Banana Chocolate Smoothie
Makes 4 1-cup servings 11/2 cups chocolate soy milk 3 ounces chopped dark chocolate 3 tablespoons cocoa powder, preferably Dutch-processed 2 tablespoons bee pollen 2…
Cranberry’s First Ever CRUNC
By SARA UDDIN Student contributor Cranberry High School hosted their first Model UN conference on May 28, 2019. This academic activity is for students interested…
A Day at the Hatch
By HUNTER REDFIELD – Student Contributor As a fly fisherman, nothing seems to be more amazing than fishing a hatch. Fish are rising everywhere and…
Pet of the day 5/31/19
Thor is an approximately 3 year old, male German Shepherd surrendered to the rescue when the owners were no longer able to afford proper care…
Tartar Sauce
1 pint mayonnaise 2/3 cup dill pickle relish 2 tablespoons white onion, minced 1 ounce lemon juice Pickle juice to taste Mix ingredients together, refrigerate…
A ‘Berry’ Special Assistant Principal Surprise
Assistant Principal Elizabeth Daugherty gets a surprise send-off for her retirement from Cranberry High School on May 29, 2019. (Photos by Lindsay Perry AJ Howard…
Pet of the day 5/30/19
Name: Kitana Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 2 years Gender: Female Size: Small Color: Orange/ White Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Kitana can be found at…
Simplify Your Grilling Routine this Summer
Simplify Your Grilling Routine this Summer (Family Features) Summer is typically a busy time for families, making those moments you spend together all the more…
Favorite Annual Flowers
Long tables covered with healthy, deep green plants filled the Belmont Sports Complex in Kittanning for the Armstrong County Penn State Master Gardener’s Plant Sale….
Pet of the day 5/29/19
Name: Grizzly Breed: German Shepherd Mix Gender: Male Size: XL Color: Black/ Red Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Grizzly can be found at Venango County Humane…
Brunch Bites
(Family Features) A perfect addition to your brunch table, these savory Mini Ham and Avocado Biscuit Sliders are quick and easy to make. For even…
Veterans Resource Fair Set for Wednesday
Are you, or is someone you know, a veteran of the United States military? If so, you may benefit from an event that will take…
Pet of the day 5/28/19
Christopher is a male kitten, he is current on vaccines and friendly and playful. Christopher can be found at Tri-County Animal Rescue Center.
Seafood Newboogie
Serves 6 2 cups water 1 tablespoon seafood base 1/3 cup butter 2/3 cup flour 2 cups heavy whipping cream 4 egg yolks, beaten 11/2…
Cranberry Cookout
By JENNA SEIGWORTH Student contributor “You know it’s a good day when you’re sharing noodle salad with your best friends,” said music teacher Michael Poff….
Pet of the day 5/24/19
Nattie is a 9 month old, female, Boxer St Bernard mix that was surrendered to the rescue. Owners report they have had Nattie since she…
Lamb Pelau
Serves 4 1 pound stewing lamb 1 tablespoon curry powder 1 onion, finely chopped 2 garlic cloves, crushed 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme 1/2 teaspoon dried…
Pet of the day 5/23/19
Name: Missy Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 1 year Gender: Female Size: Small Color: Grey/ Orange Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Missy can be found at…
Pecan Praline Cookie Triangles
Yields 64 Crust 21/2 cups all-purpose flour 3/4 cups powdered sugar 1 teaspoon baking soda 3/4 cups butter or margarine, melted Filling 3 cups pecan…
Tips on paddling safety this boating season
Fewer than half a dozen steps into the big box sporting goods store and it was crystal clear. There, front and center, stood two stacks…
Pet of the day 5/22/19
Sadie is a 1 year old petite, female, Labradoodle surrendered to the rescue. Sadie has had a rough start being passed around and having no…
Classic Sloppy Joes
(Serves 4) 1 pound ground beef (93% lean or leaner) 1 cup minced sweet onion 1 cup minced green bell pepper 1 can (141/2 ounces)…
Pet of the day 5/21/19
Piglet is a male kitten. He is current on vaccines. He is friendly and playful. Piglet can be found at Tri-County Animal Rescue Center.
Add Fruits, Veggies to Meals for Plant-Forward Nutrition
(Family Features) Adding more fruits and vegetables is one of the simplest ways to make at-home meals healthier for your family. Focusing your plate on…
Don’t Be The Cause: 1 Moment, 1 Life
By HANNAH NIEDERRITER Student contributor It is not easy to comprehend the severity of crashing a car, at least, not until a mangled automobile is…
House Passes Blue Water Navy Act
By a vote of 410-0, the House on Tuesday unanimously passed H.R. 299, the Blue Water Navy Vietnam Veterans Act of 2019. “The VFW salutes the united…
Pet of the day 5/20/19
Name: Brodie Breed: Retriever, Labrador/ Spaniel Gender: Male Size: Large Color: Black/ White Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Brodie can be found at Venango County Humane…
Brandied Baked Ham With Mustard Butter
(Serves 16 to 20; makes about 2 cups mustard butter) For the ham: 11/2 cups packed dark brown sugar 1/4 cup brandy 2 tablespoons grainy…
Don’t Be the Cause: 1 Moment, 1 Life Lost
(Editor’s Note: The videos you are about to watch are scripted but may be difficult to watch) This is the last episode of the 2019…
The Triple Trophy
By HUNTER REDFIELD – Student Contributor Every night, I go to sleep and three bright red empty 3 1/2” Kent shotgun shells stand next to…
William Beck: A Member of 1st Graduating Class at CHS
By ANDREA WATSON Student contributor Recently, an important piece of Cranberry’s past was recovered. It started with a surprise visit from the daughter of Willard…
Pet of the day 5/17/19
Greyson is a young male. He is current on vaccines and neutered. He gets along with other cats. Greyson can be found at Tri-County Animal…
Fiber-Filled Banana Colada Smoothie
Yield: Four, 1-cup servings 1 cup light coconut milk 1 cup diced pineapple 1/3 cup lightly packed shredded unsweetened coconut 1/4 cup whey protein powder…
Pet of the day 5/16/19
Carter is neutered, up to dates on shots, and House-trained. He does not do well with kids. Carter can be found at Tri-County Animal Rescue…
Turkey Burgers with Mango Salsa
Makes 6 servings 1/2 cup dry bread crumbs 1/3 cup reduced-fat garlic-herb spreadable cheese 2 green onions, chopped 41/2 teaspoons lemon juice 11/2 teaspoons grated…