Frisbee is a cuddly kitten in foster with his two siblings Sharkey and Butterfly. Like them, he loves to play and explore. He is also cuddly and loves snuggles. He has been vetted, started his kitten vaccines, and cost of neuter is included in adoption cost. If he is the one for you, apply today. Visit Frisbee at the Venango County Humane Society from noon to 5 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays.
Pet of the Day 8/24/23
Pet of the Day 5/2/24
Meet Ruffnut, the handsome tuxedo with a need for a new address! Ruffnut is approximately one year old and has so much love to give!…
Southern-Style Buttermilk Fried Chicken
Travel opens people up to new experiences. Among those experiences are myriad opportunities to try new foods and styles of cuisine. After all, what would…
2 OC men facing firearms, stalking charges
From staff reports Two Oil City men are facing charges for bringing two loaded rifles to the parking lot of UPMC Northwest on Tuesday in…
Artist’s Attic moving to Franklin
By HELEN FIELDING Staff writer The Artist’s Attic art supply store and studio, currently located in the basement level of the National Transit Building in…
Police and pro-Palestinian demonstrators clash in tense scene at UCLA encampment
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Police removed barricades and began dismantling pro-Palestinian demonstrators’ fortified encampment early Thursday at the University of California, Los Angeles, after hundreds…
Stripling earns his first win since 2022 as Athletics blank Pirates 4-0
OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — Ross Stripling threw six strong scoreless innings to earn his first win in nearly two years, and the Oakland Athletics hit…
Review: In ‘The Idea of You,’ a boy band is center stage but Anne Hathaway steals the show
The Associated Press In the warmly charming rom-com “The Idea of You,” Anne Hathaway plays a 40-year-old divorcee and Silver Lake art gallery owner who, after taking…
Recent Deaths 5/2/24
David Edward Miller, 75, of West Hickory, died April 29, 2024. Dorothy June (Wert) Busch, 92, died April 30, 2024. Ruthanne Nerlich, 86, of Conneaut…
Pet of the Day 5/1/24
Meet Tux and Echo, the young bonded pair! These two cuties came to us as strays and are in search of a quiet forever home….
Grilled Pineapple with Lime Dip
(Culinary.net) When you think about summer foods and outdoor gatherings, one of the first things that often comes to mind is, of course, grilling. It’s…
Growing Strawberries
Strawberries are the ideal fruit crop for growers with very limited space. The plants are low growing perennials and provide a delicious supply of fruit…
United Way to offer Summer Career Camps
From staff reports The United Way of Venango County has announced its Summer Career Camps will return. The camps, a free program conducted in partnership…
Franklin S.P.I.F.I.Y. Day scheduled
From staff reports The city of Franklin’s annual S.P.I.F.I.Y. (Show Pride In Franklin It’s Yours) Day for cleaning up in the downtown business district will…
Trump returns to his campaign facing warning of jail time if he violates trial gag order
WAUKESHA, Wis. (AP) — Donald Trump on Wednesday will use a one-day break from his hush money trial to rally voters in the battleground states…
JJ Bleday connects twice for first career multi-homer game, A’s beat Pirates 5-2
OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — JJ Bleday hit a go-ahead home run with one out in the fifth inning and a two-run drive in the seventh…
This summer, John Krasinski makes one for the kids with the imaginary friend fantasy ‘IF’
The Associated Press John Krasinski doesn’t usually fret about reviews. But for his new film “IF,” he is terrified of the response from two people:…
Recent Deaths 4/30/24
Kathy M. Bailey, 69, of Shippenville, died April 27, 2024. Richard Elmer McMaster, 76, of Sligo, died April 26, 2024, William K. Baker “Bill”, of…
Pet of the Day 4/29/24
Meet Godiva, an adorable and loving sweetheart with lots of energy! Godiva is about 5 years old, and is the perfect companion for anyone looking…
Country Caramel Apples
(Family Features) Perfect for entertaining or simply enjoying after a long day at the office, easy snacks with a few ingredients can help satisfy cravings…
Cranberry civic group seeks members
From staff reports Business owners within the Cranberry Area School District are invited to join a newly formed civic group focused on the community and…
Edgewood Heights to hold fundraiser event
From staff reports Edgewood Heights, a personal care community that is part of Penn Highlands WRC Senior Services, will be hosting a Paint and Sip…
Oklahoma towns hard hit by tornadoes begin long cleanup after 4 killed in weekend storms
SULPHUR, Okla. (AP) — Small towns in Oklahoma began a long cleanup Monday after tornadoes flattened homes and buildings and killed four people, including an…
Estrada, Yastrzemski hit back-to-back homers to lead Giants past Pirates, 3-2
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Thairo Estrada and Mike Yastrzemski hit back-to-back home runs in the third inning, and rookie right-hander Keaton Winn had another strong…
Zendaya tennis movie ‘Challengers’ scores at weekend box office
The Associated Press The sexy tennis drama “Challengers” won the box office this weekend with $15 million in ticket sales, according to studio estimates Sunday….
Recent Deaths 4/29/24
Steve Edward Brown, 47, of Beaver, formerly of Knox, died April 26, 2024. Beth Ann Sterner, 71, of Oil City, died April 28, 2024. …
3 store workers accused of theft; nearly $124K lost
By AUSTIN GRAY Staff writer Three employees at Nancy’s Country Store in Cooperstown are facing multiple felony charges of theft, which resulted in a combined…
All 4 OC students will join council as junior members
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer The Oil City Council voted to appoint all four Oil City High School students who applied to the junior council…
Campus anti-war protesters dig in from New York to California as universities and police take action
NEW YORK (AP) — From New York to California, students protesting the Israel-Hamas war slept in tents at college campuses, as some universities moved to…
Reynolds, Hayes hit back-to-back homers in 10th, Pirates beat Giants 4-3
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Bryan Reynolds and Ke’Bryan Hayes hit back-to-back homers in the 10th inning to help the Pittsburgh Pirates outlast the San Francisco…
Man captured, charged after leading police on chase in OC
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer An Oil City man who had warrants out for his arrest in four counties led state police on a vehicle…
OC High School club holds Cultural Day
Hamas is reviewing an Israeli proposal for a cease-fire in Gaza, as possible Rafah offensive looms
Patrick Bailey hits walk-off home run, Giants beat Pirates 3-0
The summer after Barbenheimer and the strikes, Hollywood charts a new course
Recent Deaths 4/27/24
Pet of the Day 4/26/24
Southwest Ranch Taco Salad
