Shortcut moussaka
Serves 8 Start to finish: 2 hours 1 1/2 pounds Japanese eggplant, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes (about 4 or 5 eggplants) 2 pounds…
Man accused of pushing woman from vehicle
By SAXON DAUGHERTY Staff writer An Oil City man is facing a felony count of aggravated assault after he allegedly pushed a woman out of…
Franklin group wants to restore historic church
By JON HAAG Staff writer The Historic Franklin Preservation Association has set its sights on the restoration of a church at the corner of 11th…
Aleppo cease-fire collapses, threatening evacuation plans
BEIRUT (AP) — A cease-fire deal between rebels and the Syrian government in the city of Aleppo effectively collapsed on Wednesday, with fighter jets resuming…
Pens’ defense has fueled recent surge
PITTSBURGH (TNS) – Examine the Pittsburgh Penguins’ six-game winning streak, and you’re sure to find a boatload of goals. Thirty-five of them, in fact. Enough…
Doherty gives glimpse of breast cancer treatment
The Associated Press Shannen Doherty is giving an up-close look at her fight against breast cancer. The former “Beverly Hills, 90210” actress shared an Instagram…
Recent Deaths 12/14/16
Andrew Brian O’Neil, 5, of North Huntingdon, died Dec. 12, 2016. Robert E. George, 65, of Gilpin Township, died Dec. 13, 2016. Emery James Yuhasz Jr.,…
Actor Alan Thicke dies at age 69
A publicist says Alan Thicke, who played the likable father on the sitcom “Growing Pains,” has died at age 69. Carleen Donovan, who is a…
Sauntering in the snow
The recent snow fall has left some giddy about the possibility of a white Christmas and others grumbling about clearing drives and walkways. It has…
Cranberry Twp. accident
Pet of the day 12/13/16
Name: Zane Age: 2 years Color: White Breed: Pitbull Zane can be found at Tri-County Animal Rescue Center. 814-918-2032
State police shoot suspect after police chase on interstate
NEW CASTLE (AP) — State troopers say they’ve shot a suspect following a chase on Interstate 376 in western Pennsylvania. State police say the incident…
Breaded cauliflower cutlets
Start to finish: 1 hour 15 minutes (45 minutes active) Servings: 4 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 2 teaspoons minced garlic I large head cauliflower…
University faculty, coaches approve contracts
From staff reports Faculty members and coaches at the 14 universities in the State System of Higher Education have voted to accept new three-year contracts….
No injuries, minimal damage to home in OC crash
From staff reports No one was injured in a crash Friday night that resulted in a car striking a gas meter along Plummer Street. Oil…
Franklin High School holds annual Christmas concert
Tyler Lyons plays trumpet during the annual Franklin Middle School and High School Christmas concert Monday night at the Franklin High School auditorium. The seventh…
NCAA honoring man who inspired ALS ice bucket challenge
BEVERLY, Mass. (AP) — The Massachusetts man who inspired the Ice Bucket Challenge that’s raised millions of dollars nationwide for ALS research is being honored…
Penguins pulverize Coyotes
PITTSBURGH (AP) – Sidney Crosby left briefly after taking a stick to the face then returned and picked up his NHL-leading 21st goal as the…
Snubs and surprises from the Golden Globes nominations
LOS ANGELES (AP) -The Golden Globes nominations haven’t been as wildly surprising in recent years as it was that one year, when “The Tourist” and…
Recent Deaths 12/13/16
Charlotte A. “Ann” Judy, 69, of Lucinda, died Dec. 12, 2016. Hazel Joyce Holmes Beane, 85, formerly of Endeavor, died Dec. 9, 2016. Joseph E….
Pipeline spills 176,000 gallons of oil in North Dakota creek
BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — Officials estimate more than 176,000 gallons of crude oil leaked from a pipeline into a North Dakota creek. State environmental…
Ware, Yanda, Peppers among 8 sportsmanship finalists
NEW YORK (AP) — Eight veteran players, including frequent All-Pros DeMarcus Ware, Marshal Yanda and Julius Peppers, are finalists for the Art Rooney Sportsmanship Award….
Pet of the day 12/12/16
Name: Degus Breed: Tabby Age: 3 months Sex: Male Size: Medium Degus can be found at Precious Paws Animal Rescue. 814-671-9827
Cornplanter Twp. accident
Cranberry Twp. burglary
Nicoise Pasta Lunchbox
Serves 2 40 grams whole-wheat pasta rotini 4 ounces green beans, cut into thirds 1 egg 1/3 cup imported black olives 61/2 ounces canned tuna…
US judge rejects Green Party’s Pennsylvania recount case
The Associated Press A federal judge is rejecting a Green Party-backed request to recount paper ballots in Pennsylvania’s presidential election, won by Republican Donald Trump,…
Vets’ legislation awaits president’s signature
Veterans’ Legislation Passes: This week the House of Representatives passed nine bills, two of which have previously passed the Senate. The two that have passed…
3 Ridgway state troopers injured in altercation
From staff reports Three Ridgway state police officers sustained injuries in an altercation in Fox Township, Elk County, Friday night. Ridgway state police responded to…
County, churches team up to get gifts for kids
By SALLY BELL Staff writer Venango County’s outreach program is partnering with some area churches to donate gifts to hundreds of children in the child…
EU, Cuba sign cooperation pact, vow Trump will not hurt ties
BRUSSELS (AP) — The European Union and Cuba signed a first-ever agreement on closer ties on Monday, and vowed that the arrival in office of…
Steelers bully Bills in snow
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) – Le’Veon Bell scored three times and set a franchise record with 236 yards rushing in finding traction on a slick,…
‘Moana’s reigns, ‘La La Land’ sings in limited release
LOS ANGELES (AP) – Disney’s “Moana” has continued to sit pretty atop the box office for its third consecutive weekend, but Damien Chazelle’s musical “La…
Recent Deaths 12/12/16
Shirley Jane (Beach) Ford, 79, of Tippery, formerly of Victory Heights, died Dec. 9, 2016. For the complete article, please pick up a copy…
Area schools close or issue two-hour delay
Closed today: Brookville Good Hope Christian Preschool The following school districts are running on a two-hour delay: AC Valley Clarion Area Clarion-Limestone Cranberry Forest Franklin…
Malkin, Crosby lead Penguins past Lightning 4-3
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Sidney Crosby had another eventful night. The Penguins star returned after passing concussion protocol following a first-period hit to get his…
Romero leads Club America to semifinal of Club World Cup
SUITA, Japan (AP) — Silvio Romero scored two second-half goals on Sunday as Mexico’s Club America beat South Korean side Jeonbuk Motors 2-1 in…
Early audience reactions from ‘Rogue One’ premiere
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The force is strong with “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story” according to early reactions from the film’s premiere Saturday night…
Fatal crash
Troopers injured in assault
Intoxicated man found in snow bank
Crash at Kmart entrance
Dollar General theft
John Glenn, astronaut and senator, to lie in state in Ohio
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — John Glenn will lie in state in Ohio’s capitol building before a celebration of his life of military and government service…
Inside Kirk Douglas’s intimate 100th birthday celebration
BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. (AP) — Kirk Douglas knows how to make an entrance. With boxing gloves in every centerpiece and the theme from “Rocky” blaring…
5 killed in Bulgarian explosion following train derailment
SOFIA, Bulgaria (AP) — Five people were killed in northeastern Bulgaria following a gas explosion on a derailed tanker train early Saturday, national radio reported….
Victorian Christmas Weekend
A Victorian Christmas Weekend will be held Friday through Sunday, Dec. 16-18, in Franklin. The event includes various holiday shopping opportunities at Franklin businesses. The…
Cooperstown Road Crash
Slippery roads lead to several crashes
From staff reports Heavy snowfall created some havoc for motorists on the region’s roadways Friday as numerous crashes were reported throughout the day. Three accidents…
Murder trial of killer of retired Saint star enters Day 6
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Lawyers for the man who shot former Saints star Will Smith were set to continue building a self-defense case Saturday, the…