Pets are not presents
The Venango County Humane Society wants to make sure people do the right thing this holiday season when it comes to pet adoption. A column…
Training scheduled for parents of special needs students
By SALLY BELL Staff writer Cranberry Area School District is hosting a training for parents of students with special needs. “The need is there,” said…
Franklin DUI
Jones Twp. fire
Keep the holiday season healthy, safe and secure
During the holiday season, many people do not want their thoughts to stray to anything unpleasant. Although celebrating may be the primary goal come the…
Pet of the day 12/22/16
Mini is an approximately 1 year old, super friendly, energetic, female Jack Russell mix surrendered to the rescue center by her owners. Mini is reportedly…
Five-Spice Chicken in Orange Broth
Start to finish: 40 minutes Servings: 4 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast, about 3 breasts 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon olive oil…
OC man accused of arson, animal cruelty waives hearing
By SAXON DAUGHERTY Staff writer An Oil City man accused of burning his ex-girlfriend’s belongings and killing a cat last week waived his preliminary hearing…
Adventure Club purchases gifts for local children
From staff reports Members of the Oil City YMCA Adventure Club found out that it is better to give than to receive on Monday night….
Aleppo evacuations in heavy snow end brutal war chapter
BEIRUT (AP) – Hundreds of rebel fighters and civilians, including small children swaddled in thick blankets, were bused out of war-ravaged Aleppo in heavy snow…
Jagr: Gretzky’s record is safe
SUNRISE, Fla. (AP) – Jaromir Jagr knows No. 2 is as high as he’ll go on the NHL career scoring list. In his mind, that’s…
‘Jeopardy!’ player wins $103K before death
LOS ANGELES (AP) — A woman who died of cancer just days before her appearance on “Jeopardy!” aired won six contests in a row and…
Recent Deaths 12/22/16
Lucille N. Rodgers, 89, of Oil City, died Dec. 16, 2016. For the complete article, please pick up a copy of The Derrick for…
Circumstances lead to delays in baseball complex project
By SAXON DAUGHERTY Staff writer A construction project at the Oil City junior baseball complex on the North Side has been halted of late, but…
15th Street Hill accident
Lake Twp. DUI
Pet of the day 12/21/16
Baxter is a male older kitten. He is current on vaccines and neutered. He is playful and fun. For more information on Baxter please contact…
Bitters and Berries
Start to finish: 20 minutes, plus steeping Servings: 6 1/3 cup raw coconut sugar 1/3 cup water 1 1/2 tablespoons angostura bitters 1/2 vanilla pod,…
Deadly Mexico fireworks blast hit market packed for holidays
TULTEPEC, Mexico (AP) — The San Pablito fireworks market was especially well stocked for the holidays and bustling with hundreds of shoppers when a powerful…
State System OKs contracts with 14 schools, including Clarion
From staff reports The state has approved contracts for faculty and staff at Clarion University of Pennsylvania and the 13 other state-owned universities. The membership…
Cranberry students show thanks to police
By SALLY BELL Staff writer Cranberry foreign language students showed their appreciation for the work of local police with some early Christmas gifts to the…
Islamic State claims Berlin Christmas market attack
BERLIN (AP) – The Islamic State group claimed responsibility Tuesday for a truck attack on a crowded Berlin Christmas market that German authorities said came…
Penguins pummel Rangers, 7-2
PITTSBURGH (AP) – Sidney Crosby picked up his NHL-leading 22nd goal, Evgeni Malkin added a goal and two assists and the Pittsburgh Penguins toppled the…
Miranda named AP Entertainer of the year
NEW YORK (AP) — Winning a Pulitzer Prize and a clutch of Tony Awards in a single one year would be enough for anyone. Not…
Recent Deaths 12/21/16
Martha J. Duarte, 88, of Oil City, died Dec. 19, 2016. David N. Storm, 69, of Warren, formerly of Franklin, died Dec. 17, 2016. Patricia…
A little of this, a little of that
This week brought a little of this and a little of that as far as the weather was concerned. The past week the region saw…
Man accused of stealing money from mother to buy drugs
By SAXON DAUGHERTY Staff writer Charges have been filed against an Oil City man who allegedly purchased drugs last week using his mother’s money. A…
Pet of the Day 12/20/2016
Chase is a young, male American Bulldog mix that just came to the rescue center. For more information on Chase please contact Tri-County Animal…
Tupac Shakur, Pearl Jam, Yes to be inducted into Rock Hall
NEW YORK (AP) — The late rapper Tupac Shakur and Seattle-based rockers Pearl Jam lead a class of Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees…
Animal cruelty
Escape
I-80 crash
Complaint details motive behind stolen-car report
By SAXON DAUGHERTY Staff writer New details have emerged about the investigation of a stolen vehicle that led to charges being filed against two people,…
Historic preservation plan input session planned Jan. 6
From staff reports A meeting regarding updates to the statewide preservation plan will be held at Friday, Jan. 6, at DeBence Antique Music World, 1261…
Swiss police: 3 injured in attack at Zurich mosque
ZURICH (AP) – A gunman dressed in black stormed into the prayer hall of a mosque frequented by Somali immigrants and opened fire, wounding three…
Not just frontrunners
PITTSBURGH (AP) – The Pittsburgh Steelers put themselves back in the playoff conversation by stringing together four convincing victories in which they never trailed. They…
Former Boston police head says ‘Patriots Day’ gets it right
BOSTON (AP) – For Jessica Kensky, seeing the new Mark Wahlberg movie about the Boston Marathon bombing was deeply personal. She and her husband, Patrick…
Recent Deaths 12/20/16
Alfred J. Gatesman, 88, of Marienville, died Dec. 17, 2016. Charles Campbell “Shorty” Carnahan, 96, formerly of Utica, died Dec. 18, 2016. For the complete…
At least 9 killed after truck hits German market
BERLIN (AP) — A truck rammed into a crowded Christmas market in the center of Berlin on Monday evening killing at least nine people, and…
Don’t what to give a vet for Christmas? Here are some ideas
Make A Donation To Honor A Veteran With Christmas just around the corner and you don’t know what to buy your veteran, an American flag…
Gunman kills Russian ambassador to Turkey
ANKARA, Turkey (AP) — An Ankara police officer dressed in a suit and tie shouted slogans about Syria’s civil war after he killed Russia’s ambassador…
Vicodin theft
Clarion theft
Pet of the Day 12/19/16
Thumper, a lop eared rabbit, is a 3 year old neutered male. He’ll need to be handled with love and care. The more you play…
Zsa Zsa Gabor: A rare, unforgettable celebrity
NEW YORK (AP) — You didn’t have to know exactly who she was to appreciate Zsa Zsa Gabor. She belonged to a rare, hard-to-catalog vintage of…
False reports
Heating oil theft
Franklin police arrest 2 after alleged motor vehicle theft
By JON HAAG Staff writer Franklin police arrested two people after investigating an alleged motor vehicle theft. Kathleen Gagliotti, 23, and Cole Borgia, 31, both…
Vo-Tech holds honor society induction ceremony
From staff reports Venango Technology Center held its National Technical Honor Society induction ceremony Wednesday. Students from Franklin, Oil City, Valley Grove, Cranberry, Titusville and…
Electoral College meets amid effort to deny Trump presidency
WASHINGTON (AP) — Electors are gathering Monday in every state to formally elect Donald Trump president even as anti-Trump forces try one last time to…