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Inside scientists’ mission to save America’s wine industry from climate change
Inside scientists’ mission to save America’s wine industry from climate change By ANDREW SELSKY Associated Press ALPINE, Ore. (AP) — The U.S. West Coast produces…
Michael Gambon, veteran actor who played Dumbledore in ‘Harry Potter’ films, dies at age 82
Michael Gambon, veteran actor who played Dumbledore in ‘Harry Potter’ films, dies at age 82 By SYLVIA HUI Associated Press LONDON (AP) — Michael Gambon,…
No. 6 Penn State looks to stay on dominant run when the Nittany Lions visit Northwestern
No. 6 Penn State looks to stay on dominant run when the Nittany Lions visit Northwestern By The Associated Press undefined No. 6 Penn State…
Pet of the Day 9/28/23
What’s better than one kitten? Two of course! Jitterbug (male) and Trinket (female) are the absolute sweetest kittens who were found locally as strays. These…
Poblano Frittata
(Family Features) Making time for meals together can have a positive impact on the well-being of families, including children and adolescents. In fact, regular meals…
Pet of the Day 9/27/23
Sweet Bramble is looking for a loving home to call her own! Approximately 2 years old, Bramble is very loving and enjoys affection. She can…
Poached Egg Tostadas with Avocado-Tomatillo Salsa
(Family Features) Making time for meals together can have a positive impact on the well-being of families, including children and adolescents. In fact, regular meals…
Dump truck takes out power lines on Route 8
By HELEN FIELDING Staff writer A dump truck caught some power lines with its raised bed near the intersection of Gibb Road and Allegheny Boulevard…
Franklin board OKs cyber contract with Warren district
By HELEN FIELDING Staff writer Franklin School Board members approved a contract at their meeting Monday with the Warren County School District Virtual Academy to…
Congress says it wants to avoid shutdown. But House, Senate moving further apart
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Congress is starkly divided over very different paths to preventing a federal shutdown — the Senate charging ahead with a bipartisan…
Republicans face growing urgency to stop Trump as they enter 2nd debate
SIMI VALLEY, Calif. (AP) — Republicans are meeting for their second presidential debate on Wednesday as Donald Trump’s top rivals seek to blunt the momentum…
Here’s when your favorite show may return now that the writers strike is ending
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The writers strike is officially over as of midnight Wednesday. So when will your favorite shows return? Well, it’s complicated. Screenwriters…
Recent Deaths 9/27/23
David J. Porter, 46, of Rocky Grove, died Sept. 25, 2023. Zigmund M. “Ziggy” Buczek, 73, of Franklin, died Sept. 23, 2023. Richard D. “R….
Pet of the Day 9/26/23
Meet Sanders, the playful and incredibly affectionate kitten! Sanders is a gorgeous tabby who loves to play and play! He is very social and loving,…
Chile Bacon Straws
(Family Features) Concoct a winning game plan, gather the parking lot games and call the biggest fans you know – it’s tailgating season. This year,…
Kielbasa and Veggie Kebabs
(Family Features) Concoct a winning game plan, gather the parking lot games and call the biggest fans you know – it’s tailgating season. This year,…
A stroll before school
By ISABELLA WHITLING Student contributor Cranberry High School’s “Walk to School Day,” an annual event hosted by the CRANA club to promote healthy habits, was…
Diabetes program set Oct. 4 in Oil City
From staff reports A program with the theme “Diabetes: Fact and Figures” will be held at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 4, at Oil City Healthcare…
Biden administration announces $1.4 billion to improve rail safety, boost capacity
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Biden administration announced Monday that it has awarded more than $1.4 billion to projects that improve railway safety and boost capacity,…
Reds rally past Pirates 4-2 in Votto’s possible home finale
CINCINNATI (AP) — TJ Friedl hit a two-run homer and drove in the tiebreaking run in the seventh inning as the Cincinnati Reds bounced back…
Pickett passes for 2 touchdowns as Steelers top 23-18
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Even picking up first downs was a challenge for Pittsburgh’s offense in the first two games, so much so that fans…
‘Expend4bles’ opens with epic flop while ‘Nun 2’ claims top spot again
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Sylvester Stallone and Jason Statham weren’t enough to save “ Expend4bles ” from a debut box office flop. The fourth installment…
Recent Deaths 9/25/23
Joseph P. Gayetty, 57, of Reno, died Sept. 22, 2023. Timothy George Woods, 77, of Oil City, died Sept. 22, 2023. For complete obituaries,…
Planning Commission approves solar development in Cranberry
By KARA O’NEIL Staff Writer The Venango County Regional Planning Commission, during its meeting on Tuesday, gave approval on a solar development for Cranberry Township….
I-80 exit will have 1 more spot for drivers to fill up
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer Plans to build a large Sheetz in Barkeyville were approved by the Venango County Regional Planning Commission at their meeting…
NASA’s first asteroid samples streaking toward Earth after release from spacecraft
The Associated Press A space capsule carrying NASA’s first asteroid samples streaked toward a touchdown in the Utah desert Sunday to cap a seven-year journey….
The threat of wildfires is rising. So are new artificial intelligence solutions to fight them
LONDON (AP) — Wildfires fueled by climate change have ravaged communities from Maui to the Mediterranean this summer, killing many people, exhausting firefighters and fueling…
Pirates overcome 9-run deficit for first time since team started in 1882, beat Reds 13-12
CINCINNATI (AP) — A surprise in 2023 following a 100-loss season, the Cincinnati Reds and their beleaguered bullpen were dealt a staggering blow by the…
2 men, 1 woman accused in drug case
By HELEN FIELDING Staff Writer Two Oil City men and a Franklin woman are facing drug charges, including possession with intent to deliver, after police…
Road upgrades will continue in Venango
From staff reports The state is reminding motorists to be aware of lane restrictions along Route 8, Route 417 and Deep Hollow Road in Venango…
Federal government is headed into a shutdown. What does it mean, who’s hit, what’s next?
Pirates score two runs in 7th, rally to beat Reds 7-5
Amazon Prime Video will soon come with ads, or a $2.99 monthly charge to dodge them
Recent Deaths 9/23/23
Pet of the Day 9/22/23
Blackened Shrimp Tacos with Creole Remoulade Slaw
‘Arts In Common’ opening night postponed
