Pet of the day 6/20/16
Name: Angel Breed: Retriever Labrador Mix Age: 8 years Sex: Female Size: Large Color: Black Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Angel can be found at Venango…
Millions eligible for free tickets through Ticketmaster
The Associated Press If you bought a ticket through Ticketmaster between late 1999 and early 2013, you could be eligible for free tickets to a…
Columbus Twp. burglary
Clarion Twp. drug possession
Solstice, full moon mark summer’s official arrival
The Associated Press The summer solstice marks the season’s official arrival around the globe Monday. In the United States, summer begins at 6:34 p.m. on…
Joy workers enjoyed many years together
From staff reports (Editor’s note: The Derrick asked for some reminiscences from anyone connected with Plant No. 1 at Joy. Here are a couple of the…
Up to 1 in 5 trauma deaths could be prevented, study says
WASHINGTON (AP) – Up to 1 in 5 people may be dying unnecessarily from car crashes, gunshots or other injuries, a stark conclusion from government…
Cavs crowned champions
OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) – LeBron James cradled the shiny gold trophy and struggled to sum up what might be his sweetest championship yet, the one…
‘Finding Dory’ blows animation record out of the water
LOS ANGELES (AP) – The forgetful blue fish of “Finding Dory” is box office gold. The Pixar sequel far surpassed its already ocean-sized expectations to…
Recent Deaths 6/20/16
Eula B. Welsh, 94, of Oil City, died June 19, 2016. Charles E. Carrier, age 87, of New Bethlehem, died June 18, 2016. Larry Alan McElhinney, 69,…
‘I didn’t realize I was staring evil in the face’
By RICHARD SAYER Staff writer On her shoulder is a self portrait, a half face looking straight out blankly… lost. The face fades away as…
Mercer County DUI
Childs Bicycle Stolen
As Orlando funerals wrap up, survivors worry about future
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — A week has passed since the Orlando nightclub shooting that killed 49 club patrons and the funeral processions are wrapping up,…
Cranberry students selected for Middle School Honors Performance Series at Carnegie Hall
From staff reports Haley Brand and Jenna Seigworth, students at Cranberry High School, have been selected for the 2016 Middle School Honors Performance Series at…
Rape victim tells harrowing tale as she finds strength to survive
By RICHARD SAYER Staff writer On her shoulder is a self portrait, a half face looking straight out blankly … lost. The face fades away…
After Turkey Radiohead attack, police tear gas protesters
ISTANBUL (AP) — Turkish police used tear gas and water cannons to disperse hundreds of demonstrators protesting an attack the previous night targeting an event…
Bad Checks
Wanted Man in Butler
Pirates’ slide continues with 4-3 loss to Cubs
CHICAGO (AP) — Jordy Mercer insisted the Pittsburgh Pirates will keep searching for a way to stop this freefall. They looked like they were on…
Firefighters battle California brushfire as heatwave looms
GOLETA, Calif. (AP) — Firefighters battling a California wildfire that forced the evacuation of campgrounds and ranches were struggling with strong overnight winds and bracing…
Historic Sugar Creek bridge to close for renovation
From staff reports The historic, single-lane steel truss bridge over Sugar Creek on Sugar Creek Road is expected to close for a complete renovation on…
Oil City man charged for assaulting girl
From staff reports Oil City police have filed assault charges against a 58-year-old man following an incident Tuesday at a residence on Hone Avenue. A…
Mob attacks Radiohead fans in Turkey’s Istanbul
ISTANBUL (AP) — Turkish media report a mob of 20 assailants carrying sticks and bottles attacked Radiohead fans who had gathered at a record store…
Rough start for Liriano as Pirates lose 6-0 to Cubs
CHICAGO (AP) — Francisco Liriano and the Pittsburgh Pirates trailed by two after the left-hander’s second pitch. It was that kind of day. Liriano dropped…
Recent Deaths 6/18/16
Shirley L. Shuffstall, 85, of Cooperstown, died Thursday, June 16, 2016. Mary L. McCoy, 81, of Knox, died Wednesday, June 15, 2016. Edward L. Stanley, 68,…
Armed Robbery in Mercer
Retail Theft
Missing Wallet
Fires threatening communities around West
GOLETA, Calif. (AP) — Fueled by hot and dry weather, wildfires threatened homes in California and other Western states as crews struggled to corral flames…
Anna & Timus Applegate, Editor
Hello, I’m Timus Applegate. I am the co-editor of the “All About Animals” blog on VenangoExtra.com and ClarionExtra.com. I work from home as I help…
Cemetery theft
Cranberry crash
Criminal mischief
Pick up a ‘purrfect’ friend
Precious Paws Animal Rescue group in Franklin reminds folks that June is Adopt a Cat Month and they have a few candidates to choose from….
Find healthy foods while on the go
Nice weather often equates to an uptick in road trips. During such trips, motorists and their passengers will need to take breaks to refuel both…
Emlenton harassment
Warren Co. terroristic threats
Bell ringing to show support for Orlando victims
From staff reports CLARION – Clarion University will reflect on the tragedy in Orlando and show support for the victims by gathering at the bell…
Grove student raises close to $2,400 during Jump for a Cure
From staff reports A Rocky Grove High School student raised close to $2,400 during her Jump for a Cure pole vaulting fundraiser Sunday at Egbert…
Sandusky granted hearing in appeal of sex abuse conviction
HARRISBURG (AP) – A judge on Thursday ordered hearings to let former Penn State assistant football coach Jerry Sandusky develop more information as he tries…
Pirates drop to .500 after 6-4 loss
NEW YORK (AP) – Neil Walker and Michael Conforto gave the Mets an immediate jolt in their return from nagging injuries, and Bartolo Colon pitched…
‘The Conjuring 2’ – Tense, forbidding atmosphere provides scares
A malevolent force can be innocently deceitful in director James Wan’s “The Conjuring 2,” an enjoyably frightful supernatural horror from New Line Cinema. Based on…
Recent Deaths 6/17/16
Jeffrey A. Kingsley, 64, of Clintonville, died June 16, 2016. Dorothy Joy Wagner, 94, of Tionesta, died June 12, 2016. For the complete article, please…
OC Street: Portrait of Randy Novak
Randy Novak lives in Cooperstown but comes down to Oil City to hang out at The Point. He didn’t want me to tell anyone what…
Can coffee cause cancer? Probably not, but make sure it isn’t very hot, WHO says
The Associated Press Some like it hot. But a new report from the World Health Organization suggests that when it comes to beverages such as…
Museum of the American Revolution sets 2017 opening date
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The Museum of the American Revolution in Philadelphia has announced it will open on April 19 next year. It’s the anniversary of…
How to make Father’s Day more enjoyable for Dad
Dad gets to be king of his castle at least one day during the year. Come mid-June, children near and far scramble for ideas to…
Pet of the day 6/16/16
Name: Sheila Breed: Domestic Medium Hair Mix Age: 2 years Sex: Female Size: Small Color: Beige/Black Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Sheila can be found at…
Venango’s CASA program ‘desperately’ needs volunteers
From staff reports A court-based program that provides advocates for abused and neglected children in Venango County needs more volunteers. The non-profit Court Appointed Special…