Horse dies in buggy crash 2
Netanyahu fends off criticism at home and abroad over his lack of a postwar plan for Gaza
JERUSALEM (AP) — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday fended off criticism that he is not planning for a postwar reality in the Gaza…
National Trails Day event to be held in Titusville
From staff reports The Titusville Area Trails Association (TATA) will be holding a National Trails Day event on Saturday, June 1, from 9 a.m. to…
Senators urge $32 billion in emergency spending on AI after finishing yearlong review
WASHINGTON (AP) — A bipartisan group of four senators led by Majority Leader Chuck Schumer is recommending that Congress spend at least $32 billion over…
Sal Frelick shines at the plate and in the field as Brewers beat Pirates 4-3
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Sal Frelick homered for the first time this season, Joe Ross and three relievers combined on a three-hitter, and the Milwaukee Brewers…
Sidewalk video ‘Portal’ linking New York, Dublin by livestream temporarily paused after lewd antics
NEW YORK (AP) — The video screen “Portal” that lets people in New York and Dublin peer into life on opposite sides of the Atlantic…
Recent Deaths 5/15/24
Bette J. Martin, 97, formerly of Dempseytown, died May 14, 2024. Fay J. Fink, 96, formerly of Oil City, died May 13, 2024. Frances V….
Pet of the Day 5/14/24
Max is an adult dog with lots of love to give! He is a friendly, smart and playful dog who loves to play with other…
Weekend Breakfast Grazing Board
(Family Features) A beautifully designed charcuterie board may feel more like a grown-up treat, but with the right ingredients, delicious grazing boards can provide fun…
Man accused in Pleasantville shooting arrested in Virginia
From staff reports A Pleasantville man wanted on a felony warrant for a shooting that occurred May 1 in Pleasantville was arrested Monday in Virginia….
Education & Training Center breaks ground on $7M project
From staff reports The Education & Training Center at Pitt-Titusville (ETC) started a building renovation to transform the current Student Union building into a multifunctional…
Biden hiking tariffs on Chinese EVs, solar cells, steel, aluminum — adding to tensions with Beijing
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Biden administration announced plans to slap new tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles, advanced batteries, solar cells, steel, aluminum and medical equipment…
Trump foe Cohen faces bruising cross-examination as top Republicans head to court with ex-president
NEW YORK (AP) — Donald Trump’s fixer-turned-foe Michael Cohen awaits a bruising round of questioning from the former president’s lawyers on Tuesday after testimony that…
Bryan Reynolds’ bat, Mitch Keller’s arm help Pirates to 8-6 victory over Brewers
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Bryan Reynolds went 5 for 5 with a homer and two doubles, Mitch Keller threw six shutout innings and the Pittsburgh Pirates…
Recent Deaths 5/14/24
Gary Moorhead, 82, of Carlton, died May 13, 2024. Genevieve “Jenny” J. Pugh, 75, of Dutch Hill, died May 12, 2024. John W. Roberts, 86,…
Pet of the Day 5/13/24
Meet Nelson, the super sweet orange tabby who is on the hunt for a new address! Nelson recently came to us as a stray, and…
Netanyahu fends off criticism at home and abroad over his lack of a postwar plan for Gaza
National Trails Day event to be held in Titusville
Senators urge $32 billion in emergency spending on AI after finishing yearlong review
Sal Frelick shines at the plate and in the field as Brewers beat Pirates 4-3
Crews prepare for controlled demolition as cleanup continues at bridge collapse site
BALTIMORE (AP) — After weeks of preparation, crews are scheduled to conduct a controlled demolition Sunday to break down the largest remaining span of the…
Skenes strikes out 7 in debut, Pirates hit 5 homers in 10-9 victory over the Cubs
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Paul Skenes struck out seven over four-plus innings in his major league debut and Yasmani Grandal hit a go-ahead three-run homer as…
Heath Oil to hold grand re-opening later this month
By HELEN FIELDING Staff writer The Heath Oil at 5821 Route 322 near Franklin will hold a grand re-opening May 22 after some major renovations….
Ten Miles 4 Two Mile Jeep Run returns in July
From staff reports The Ten Miles 4 Two Mile Jeep Run will return for a fourth year on July 13 and 14, the two days…
Solar storm hits Earth, producing colorful light shows across Northern Hemisphere
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — An unusually strong solar storm hitting Earth produced stunning displays of color in the skies across the Northern Hemisphere early…
Bellinger delivers four hits, including a homer, as the Cubs surge past the Pirates 7-2
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Cody Bellinger had four hits, including his seventh home run of the season, and the Chicago Cubs surged past the Pittsburgh Pirates…
Recent Deaths 5/11/24
Barbara Ann (Mealy) Allio, 79, of Tionesta, died May 9, 2024. Wilma J. Wolfe, 88, of Knox, died May 8, 2024. Edward James Frederick, 87,…
Pet of the Day 5/10/24
Looking for a new cuddle buddy and house hippo? Look no further than handsome Hunk! This adorable 7-year-old pit-a-potamus is friendly, brave, curious, affectionate, gentle,…
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…
Franklin pair facing charges for domestic dispute
By AUSTIN GRAY Staff writer A Franklin couple is facing multiple charges as a result of a domestic dispute that turned physical in their residence….
Clintonville park to receive $50,000 grant
From staff reports The Clintonville Borough Park will receive a $50,000 grant through the launch of Pennsylvania Parks Fund’s (PPF) new grant program. The grant…
UN to vote on resolution that would grant Palestine new rights and revive its UN membership bid
UNITED NATIONS (AP) — The U.N. General Assembly is expected to vote Friday on a resolution that would grant new “rights and privileges” to Palestine…
State to ban cell phone use while driving and require police to collect traffic stop data
HARRISBURG (AP) — Pennsylvania will join the majority of states that ban motorists from handling a cell phone for almost any purpose while driving, as…
‘Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum’ in development with Andy Serkis to direct and star
The Associated Press Andy Serkis is going back to Middle-earth to play Gollum in two new “Lord of the Rings” films. Warner Bros. Motion Picture Group’s Michael De…
Recent Deaths 5/10/24
Lisa Sue Benton, 65, of Oil City, died May 8, 2024. Elizabeth Ann “Libby” (Gruebele) Stolzenbach Fotos, 91, of Clarion, died May 8, 2024. Christine…
Pet of the Day 5/9/24
Cherry Pie Bars
Container Grown Tomatoes
Expo shows off Oil City sports choices for middle schoolers
Venango school retirees holding spring meeting today
Biden says US won’t supply weapons for Israel to attack Rafah, in warning to ally
Adell homers, Angels rally past Pirates 5-4 to earn first series victory since early April
Review: Brooke Shields and Benjamin Bratt deserve more than Netflix’s ‘Mother of the Bride’
Recent Deaths 5/9/24
Pet of the Day 5/8/24
Pierogy Burrito Bowls
Man facing 25 charges that include drug, firearms counts
Veterans resource fair set Thursday at Franklin VFW
Has Israel followed the law in its war in Gaza? The US is due to render a first-of-its-kind verdict
State Senate approves GOP’s $3B tax-cutting plan, over objections of top Democrats
