Fishermen troll the waters at the confluence of the Allegheny River and Oil Creek on Monday afternoon. The mild temperatures have continued into the beginning of October. (By Richard Sayer)
Gone fishing
Knowledge Economy in the Oil Region
Recently, I was looking into The Center on Rural Innovation (CORI), and in a blog post titled “The Equity of Economic Opportunity in Rural America”…
Franklin man acquitted of sexual abuse charges
From staff reports A Franklin man was found not guilty this week of 14 charges related to sexual abuse following a two-day jury trial in…
OC middle school students write, publish book
From staff reports Sarah Camden’s accelerated seventh-grade literature class at Oil City Middle School recently worked together to write and publish a book. The work…
US vetoes UN resolution backed by many nations demanding immediate humanitarian cease-fire in Gaza
UNITED NATIONS (AP) — The United States vetoed a United Nations resolution Friday backed by almost all other Security Council members and dozens of other…
Europe reaches a deal on the world’s first comprehensive AI rules
LONDON (AP) — European Union negotiators clinched a deal Friday on the world’s first comprehensive artificial intelligence rules, paving the way for legal oversight of…
Panthers top Penguins 3-1 for Pittsburgh’s 4th straight loss
SUNRISE, Fla. (AP) — Sergei Bobrovsky stopped 26 shots, Eetu Luostarinen got the go-ahead goal in the third period and the Florida Panthers beat the…
Recent Deaths 12/9/23
Janet B. Benjamin, 79, of Oil City, died Dec. 7, 2023. Theodore J. “Ted” Karns, 72, of Oil City, died Dec. 6, 2023. Donna L….
Pet of the Day 12/8/23
Handsome young Tigger recently came to us as a stray, so we don’t have any history for him. Aged to be around 1 year old,…
Ricotta Puff Pastries with Strawberry Compote
(Family Features) Perfect for a party or simply indulging yourself, these addictive pastry puffs make it hard to stop at one. Easy to assemble with…
Pet of the Day 12/7/23
Pretty Princess came to us when her owner could no longer care for her. She is a sweet, vocal girl who loves all attention. Her…
Tomato-Tortellini Soup
When the weather is frightfully cold and you need something quick to warm you up, try this recipe for Tomato-Tortellini soup. With only 4 ingredients,…
Oil City Co-op Cheerleading Sweeps the Competition
By ISABELLA WHITLING Student contributor Three of Oil City High School’s competitive cheerleading teams that co-op with Cranberry High School took home gold medals Saturday,…
Parties agree to mediation in suit against Franklin School District
By HELEN FIELDING Staff writer The parties in a lawsuit filed by a former Franklin High School teacher against the Franklin Area School District have…
Schubert Sounds of Season concert is Sunday
From staff reports The Schubert Musical and Literary Club will present its annual Sounds of the Season concert at 3 p.m. Sunday at Grace United…
Centenarian survivors of Pearl Harbor attack are returning to honor those who perished 82 years ago
PEARL HARBOR, Hawaii (AP) — Ira “Ike” Schab had just showered, put on a clean sailor’s uniform and closed his locker aboard the USS Dobbin…
Trump declines to rule out abusing power to seek retribution if he returns to White House
NEW YORK (AP) — Former President Donald Trump declined to rule out abusing power if he returns to the White House after Fox News Channel…
In rare action against Israel, US says extremist West Bank settlers will be barred from America
WASHINGTON (AP) — In a rare punitive move against Israel, the State Department said Tuesday it will impose travel bans on extremist Jewish settlers implicated…
Taylor Swift is named Time Magazine’s person of the year
NEW YORK (AP) — Is the year of Taylor Swift over now? Not yet. Time Magazine named Swift its person of the year on Wednesday,…
Recent Deaths 12/6/23
Robert Thomas VanEpps, 74, of Knox, died Dec. 4, 2023. Mary Lee (Brooks) Stoops, formerly of Clarion, died Nov. 22, 2023. Kenneth Dean Fowler, 73,…
Pet of the Day 12/5/23
Meet Gibbs, the handsome and affectionate 10-year-old tabby! Gibbs came to us when his owner was moving and could not take him. Gibbs is very…
Baked Brie with Pecans and Cranberry Orange Chutney
(Family Features) ‘Tis the season for sweet and savory favorites – from the mouthwatering desserts you crave each year to starters and snacks that hold…
Dec. 7 is National Pearl Harbor Remembrances Day
Public Law calls for the American Flag to be flown at half-staff from sunrise to sunset. Pearl Harbor is a naval base near Honolulu, Hawaii,…
Blood drive set Thursday in Seneca
From staff reports A blood drive, hosted by the Oil City and Franklin Rotary Clubs, will be held from 3 to 6:30 p.m. Thursday at…
Beginner and Intermediate Fly-tying Lessons offered
From staff reports Keystone Fly Fishers will offer a beginner fly-tying class each Wednesday from Jan. 17 through Feb. 7 at the Emerging Technology Center,…
Israel strikes in and around Gaza’s second-largest city in a bloody new phase of war
KHAN YOUNIS, Gaza Strip (AP) — Israel intensified its bombardment in and around Gaza’s second-largest city early Tuesday, sending ambulances and private cars racing into…
Supreme Court is taking up case that could rule out tax on wealth favored by some Democrats
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court is taking up a case Tuesday over a Washington couple’s $15,000 tax bill that is widely seen as a…
Sean Couturier’s OT goal lifts Flyers over Penguins 2-1
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Sean Couturier scored 3:55 into overtime to lead the Philadelphia Flyers to a 2-1 victory over the Pittsburgh Penguins on Monday night….
Recent Deaths 12/5/23
Judy Kay Klawuhn, 69, of Franklin, died Dec. 3, 2023. Nola R. Bohlender, 63 of Cochranton, died Dec. 2, 2023. Charlotte E. Donley, 93, formerly…
Pet of the Day 12/4/23
This handsome gentleman came to us as a stray. Meet Mr. Tucker, the cuddly tiger kitten! Already neutered, microchipped, and vaccinated, this playful guy is…
White Chocolate Peppermint Popcorn Bark
(Family Features) Among the many enchanting elements of the holiday season, the family traditions and familiar flavors of favorite foods enjoyed year after year bring…
Christmas Past spreads holiday cheer
US is running out of money for Ukraine and that could hinder fight against Russia, White House warns
Biden’s allies in Senate demand that Israel limit civilian deaths in Gaza as Congress debates US aid
Steelers, Cardinals game delayed twice for inclement weather before Arizona wins 24-10
Beyoncé’s ‘Renaissance’ is No. 1 at the box office with $21 million debut
Recent Deaths 12/4/23
Oil City finalizes Days Inn purchase
Red kettles are out, but Salvation Army needs more volunteers
US targets oil and natural gas industry’s role in global warming with new rule on methane emissions
Sean Couturier’s shootout goal lifts Flyers past Penguins 4-3
Kiss say farewell to live touring, become first US band to go virtual and become digital avatars
