Clinton Twp. drug possession
Trump returns to his campaign facing warning of jail time if he violates trial gag order
WAUKESHA, Wis. (AP) — Donald Trump on Wednesday will use a one-day break from his hush money trial to rally voters in the battleground states…
JJ Bleday connects twice for first career multi-homer game, A’s beat Pirates 5-2
OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — JJ Bleday hit a go-ahead home run with one out in the fifth inning and a two-run drive in the seventh…
How to be a ‘Fall Guy’: Stunt performers on their rough-and-tumble life
NEW YORK (AP) — There are two things to keep in mind while being burned alive for a movie scene. The first, says stunt performer…
Recent Deaths 5/1/24
Beth Ann Sterner, 71, of Oil City, died April 28, 2024. Patricia J. Myers, 92, of Oil City, died April 30, 2024. For complete…
Pet of the Day 4/30/24
Meet Godiva, an adorable and loving sweetheart with lots of energy! Godiva is about 5 years old, and is the perfect companion for anyone looking…
Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers
(Family Features) Your guests won’t be able to have just one of these sweet and savory poppers. With a touch of heat from the cayenne…
Couple accused of child endangerment, assault
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer A Franklin couple are facing charges for endangering two young boys and engaging in a physical altercation with each other….
Repair project to start soon on Route 8 in Cherrytree Township
From staff reports A $250,000 PennDOT project to repair Route 8 in Cherrytree Township is scheduled to start soon. The project will focus on correcting…
Netanyahu vows to invade Rafah ‘with or without a deal’ as cease-fire talks with Hamas continue
TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu pledged Tuesday to launch an incursion into the southern Gaza city of Rafah, where hundreds…
Nevin homers in 2nd straight game, A’s beat Pirates 5-1
OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — Tyler Nevin homered for the second straight game and the Oakland Athletics beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 5-1 on Monday night. Nevin…
This summer, John Krasinski makes one for the kids with the imaginary friend fantasy ‘IF’
The Associated Press John Krasinski doesn’t usually fret about reviews. But for his new film “IF,” he is terrified of the response from two people:…
Recent Deaths 4/30/24
Kathy M. Bailey, 69, of Shippenville, died April 27, 2024. Richard Elmer McMaster, 76, of Sligo, died April 26, 2024, William K. Baker “Bill”, of…
Pet of Day 4/29/24
Meet Godiva, an adorable and loving sweetheart with lots of energy! Godiva is about 5 years old, and is the perfect companion for anyone looking…
Country Caramel Apples
(Family Features) Perfect for entertaining or simply enjoying after a long day at the office, easy snacks with a few ingredients can help satisfy cravings…
Cranberry civic group seeks members
From staff reports Business owners within the Cranberry Area School District are invited to join a newly formed civic group focused on the community and…
Reynolds, Hayes hit back-to-back homers in 10th, Pirates beat Giants 4-3
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Bryan Reynolds and Ke’Bryan Hayes hit back-to-back homers in the 10th inning to help the Pittsburgh Pirates outlast the San Francisco…
Man captured, charged after leading police on chase in OC
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer An Oil City man who had warrants out for his arrest in four counties led state police on a vehicle…
OC High School club holds Cultural Day
From staff reports Oil City High School’s Diversity Club recently hosted its inaugural Cultural Day in the school gymnasium, where displays of 12 countries were…
Hamas is reviewing an Israeli proposal for a cease-fire in Gaza, as possible Rafah offensive looms
CAIRO (AP) — Hamas said Saturday it was reviewing a new Israeli proposal for a cease-fire in Gaza, as Egypt intensified efforts to broker a…
Patrick Bailey hits walk-off home run, Giants beat Pirates 3-0
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Patrick Bailey hit a walk-off three-run homer, Kyle Harrison pitched six shutout innings and the San Francisco Giants beat the Pittsburgh…
The summer after Barbenheimer and the strikes, Hollywood charts a new course
The Associated Press “Barbenheimer” is a hard act to follow. But as Hollywood enters another summer movie season, armed with fewer superheroes and a landscape…
Recent Deaths 4/27/24
Teresa Kay Whitman, 69, of Meadville, died April 24, 2024. For complete obituaries, pick up a copy of The Derrick for this day or…
Pet of the Day 4/26/24
Trooper is a young and handsome orange tabby that came to us as a stray, so we have no history for him. He is a…
Southwest Ranch Taco Salad
(Family Features) Bright sunshine, warm patios and fresh foods go hand in hand. As warm weather and sunny days call you outdoors, bring the whole…
Work to resume next week on Cranberry, Rockland roadways
From staff reports Work will resume next week on a project to improve more than 10 miles of roadway in Rockland and Cranberry townships. The…
Planting at Suzette memorial
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer Students from the applied horticulture and natural resources program at Venango Technology Center in Oil City planted shrubs Thursday at…
USC cancels graduation ceremony, dozens are arrested on other campuses as anti-war protests grow
The Associated Press The University of Southern California canceled its main graduation ceremony and dozens more college students were arrested at other campuses nationwide Thursday…
Brewers rally for 7-5 win, series split with Pirates
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Gary Sánchez hit a pinch-hit, two-run home run in the eighth inning to lift the Milwaukee Brewers to a 7-5 win over…
‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ is (almost) ready to shake up the Marvel Cinematic Universe
The Associated Press Shawn Levy is no novice when it comes to rumors around his projects. Years on “Stranger Things” taught him how to tune…
Recent Deaths 4/26/24
Betty Louise Huff, 35, of Franklin, died April 23, 2024. Alice L. Muir, 82, of Shippenville, died April 24, 2024. Paul E. VanSlyke, 60, of…
Pet of the Day 4/25/24
Tart Cherry Unity Pie
OC man accused of sexual contact with minor
UPMC laying off about 1,000 employees
More arrested in pro-Palestinian campus protests ahead of college graduation ceremonies
Contreras has 3 hits as Brewers take advantage of sloppy inning by Pirates in 3-2 victory
Review: A lyrical portrait of childhood in Cabrini-Green with ‘We Grown Now’
