Williams dominant as Pirates top Tigers 3-0
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Trevor Williams lost out in the derby to be the Pittsburgh Pirates’ fifth starter in the spring. Banished to the bullpen for…
Hackers demand millions in ransom for stolen HBO data
NEW YORK (AP) — A group of hackers posted a fresh cache of stolen HBO files online Monday, and demanded a multimillion-dollar ransom from the…
Recent Deaths 8/8/17
Dale Allen Schmader, 66, of Seneca, died Aug. 5, 2017. William Hibbard Strawbridge, 69, of Oil City, died Aug. 2, 2017. Ellen Louise Hartle, 85,…
Rockland Twp. accident
9/11 victim’s remains identified nearly 16 years later
NEW YORK (AP) — The remains of a man killed at the World Trade Center on 9/11 have been identified nearly 16 years after the…
Pet of the day 8/7/17
Name: LuLu Breed: Beagle Mix Age: 8 years Gender: Female Size: Small Color: White/ Brown Declawed: No House-trained: Yes LuLu can be found at Venango…
Apple upside down cornbread
Start to Finish: 40 minutes, plus cooling time Yield: 12 slices APPLE MIXTURE: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger 1 large or…
Fumblin’ with the vid and other moments from today
Bear with me through this if you will. I’m a little vulnerable right now! I feel a little like Moe Howard in that episode of…
WWII Vets to Get Benefits for Mustard Gas, Lewisite Exposure
Last Wednesday, Congress passed the VFW-supported Arla Herrell Act, which has been championed by Senator Claire McCaskill and will expand benefits for veterans who were…
Police: Officer fatally shoots armed man
From staff reports State police in Erie said a man armed with an AK-47 was fatally shot by a Warren police officer on Friday night….
Oil Region photo contest winners announced
From staff reports The winners have been announced in the Oil Region Photography Contest hosted by the Oil Region Alliance of Business, Industry and Tourism….
N. Korea vows harsh retaliation against new UN sanctions
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — North Korea vowed Monday to bolster its nuclear arsenal and launch “thousands-fold” revenge against the United States in response to…
Rodriguez’s HR in 12th lifts Pirates past Padres, 5-4
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Sean Rodriguez’s improbable weekend had a Hollywood ending. Rodriquez homered in the 12th inning to give the Pittsburgh Pirates a 5-4 win…
Linkin Park fans remember Bennington at L.A. tribute
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Hundreds of Linkin Park fans have gathered in downtown Los Angeles to pay tribute to late singer Chester Bennington after his…
Recent Deaths 8/7/17
Donna Marie Hall, 77, of Tionesta, died Aug. 4, 2017. Dennis Paul Kohlmeyer, 71, died Aug. 5, 2017. Darla Marie Fox, 47, of Shippenville, died Aug….
Titusville Oil Festival is Aug. 11-12
The Titusville Oil Festival will be held Friday and Saturday, Aug. 11-12, in Titusville. The theme this year is “Turning Gears and Years: Titusville Goes…
Simple Assault
‘COMPLETE 180’ – A former sports pub in Franklin is getting an unlikely makeover.
By Marissa Dechant – Staff writer A former sports pub in Franklin is getting an unlikely makeover. On June 30, Chris and Rindy Taylor closed…
In ‘The Dark Tower,’ franchise visions fall flat
Ah, August. It’s that time of year when you can head to your local multiplex to see Matthew McConaughey as an interplanetary David Copperfield who’s…
US calls off search for 3 Marines off Australia
SYDNEY (AP) — U.S. military officials called off a search and rescue operation on Sunday for three U.S. Marines who were missing after their Osprey…
Lamet shines, Myers homers as Padres top Pirates 5-2
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The way Dinelson Lamet tinkers with his slider — throwing it hard and soft, inside and outside, high and low — Pittsburgh…
Police release details on I-80 crashes
From staff reports State police have released details on two crashes Thursday afternoon on Interstate 80 that occurred about an hour apart in a five-mile…
Stuff the Bus Titusville to help schoolchildren in need
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer The Titusville High School Student United Way/Rotary Interact is pairing with the United Way of the Titusville Region for…
Experts: Lack of remorse could bite ‘Pharma Bro’
NEW YORK (AP) — Less than an hour after a U.S. jury convicted Martin Shkreli of securities fraud, the so-called “Pharma Bro” was back at…
Taylor Swift, ex-radio host head to court over groping claim
DENVER (AP) — Taylor Swift and her support team didn’t call police after she said she had been groped by a Denver radio host during…
Polanco’s home run helps Pirates to 10-6 win over Padres
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Gregory Polanco put himself into an exclusive club and the Pirates into the lead. Polanco hit a go-ahead, three-run homer into the…
Recent Deaths 8/5/17
Anthony John “Tony” Schill, 70, died Aug. 2, 2017. Julia Evans Rogers, 82, of Spartanburg, South Carolina, died Aug. 3, 2017. Margaret M. Butler, 86, of…
Fur and funds
Sale of the century Precious Paws Animal Rescue in Franklin is gearing up for a yard sale. The sale will be held from 8 a.m….
Pet of the day 8/4/17
Name: Spock Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 3 years Gender: Male Size: Small Color: Black Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Spock can be found at Venango…
Senior center schedules announced
From staff reports Cranberry Place will be open from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Aug 7-11. Call (814) 670- 0158 to make reservations for any center lunch. Monday-Friday:…
Panko-crusted fish with tzatziki
Serves 4 Start to finish: 45 minutes 1 small cucumber 1/2 cup minced fennel 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste 4 (6-ounce) fillets…
2 drivers flown from scene of I-80 crashes few miles apart
From staff reports Two crashes occurred about five miles apart within an hour Thursday afternoon in the eastbound lanes of Interstate 80 in the Clintonville…
Trucks and more at the Venango County Fair
By SYDNEY HERDLE Staff writer Fair-goers will once again be able to enjoy weeklong entertainment as the Venango County Fair returns for its 60th year…
AP source: Mueller turns to DC grand jury in Russia probe
WASHINGTON (AP) — Special Counsel Robert Mueller is using a grand jury in Washington as part of an investigation into potential coordination between the Trump…
Kuhl’s strong outing leads Pirates past Reds 6-0
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Chad Kuhl went more than two months between victories earlier this season as his ERA soared and his confidence threatened to plummet….
How does Jack die? Answer coming in ‘This Is Us’ season 2
BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. (AP) — A roundup of news from the Television Critics Association summer meeting, at which TV networks and streaming services are presenting…
Recent Deaths 8/4/17
Beverly Hare Toy, 92, of Wilson, North Carolina, formerly of Rouseville, died Aug. 1, 2017. Shirley J. Hamilton, 79, of Oil City, formerly of Venus, died Aug. 3,…
Vision Bowl slated tonight; participants can still sign up
From staff reports The third annual Vision Bowl sponsored by the Venango County Association for the Blind will be held tonight at Seneca Lanes, and…
Help kids get ready for fall sports season
Summer is a season of relaxation, especially for school-aged children who are not yet old enough to work. Such youngsters no doubt enjoy the chance…
Woman who sent texts urging suicide gets 15 months in jail
TAUNTON, Mass. (AP) — A woman who encouraged her suicidal boyfriend to kill himself in dozens of text messages and told him to “get back…
Franklin vehicle pursuit
Pet of the day 8/3/17
Hard to believe this beautiful female puppy was brought to the rescue center as a stray. Sadly, no one has claimed this sweet girl so…
Pastis shrimp
Grilling Method: indirect-medium high Serves 6 Start to finish: 40 minutes 2/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus extra for shrimp ¼ cup pastis (either Ricard…
3 juveniles charged with arson
From staff reports Oil City police have charged three male juveniles with felony counts of arson and related offenses in connection with a June 20…
2 new businesses open in Seneca
From staff reports Two new businesses have opened in the plaza behind Mong’s Dairy on Route 257 in Seneca. Jake Reisinger, owner of Backwoods Printing…
2 dead after explosion at Minneapolis school
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — A second body was found in the rubble of a collapsed school building in Minneapolis after an explosion killed a school employee…
Winker hits go-ahead HR off Benoit, Reds beat Pirates 5-2
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Jesse Winker watched Cincinnati Reds teammate Scooter Gennett take batting practice Wednesday. When Gennett sent a ball flying over the Clemente Wall…
Ex-bodyguard defends candid Princess Diana documentary
LONDON (AP) — A new documentary about Princess Diana has ignited controversy in Britain, with producers saying it offers insights into the strains of royal…
Recent Deaths 8/3/17
Paul James Shaffer, 69, of Mayport, died July 31, 2017. Constance H. “Connie” Brindle, 84, of Marienville, died July 31, 2017. Vada M. (Stewart) Moore,…
Man accused of shooting girlfriend to stand trial
NEW CASTLE (AP) — A 21-year-old Pennsylvania man charged with shooting his girlfriend because he thought she was cheating on him will stand trial. Police…