With coronavirus rising, ‘The Suicide Squad’ opens softly
NEW YORK (AP) — Moviegoing, once expected to be closer to semi-normal levels by now, continues to be battered by the pandemic, the delta variant…
August 2021
Recent Deaths 8/9/21
Arminta “Minnie” Rhoads, 91, of Lamartine, died Aug. 8, 2021. For complete obituaries, pick up a copy of The Derrick for this day or…
Property buyer has gone quiet
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer After generating quite a buzz in the region back in the winter, little has been heard the last few months…
Leaders reflect on rousing heritage festival comeback
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer Venango Area Chamber of Commerce president Susan Williams said this year’s Oil Heritage Festival brought a large crowd to Oil…
Biden praises Olympians for inspiring Americans with courage
WILMINGTON, Del. (AP) — President Joe Biden praised U.S. Olympians for navigating the difficulties of a coronavirus-tarnished games with “moral courage” that made Americans’ “hearts…
Californians endure intense weekend of wildfire fears
GREENVILLE, Calif. (AP) — After four years of homelessness, Kesia Studebaker thought she finally landed on her feet when she found a job cooking in…
Winker’s big night powers Reds past Pirates 11-3
CINCINNATI (AP) — Jesse Winker went 3 for 5 with a homer, double and tied a career high with six RBIs to lift the Cincinnati…
‘Reservation Dogs’ smashes stereotypes of Indigenous people
TULSA, Okla. (AP) — Two Indigenous filmmakers are smashing the caricatures and stereotypes of Native Americans, who since the earliest days of film and TV…
Franklin man faces charges for fleeing police, having drugs
From staff reports A Franklin man is facing charges for fleeing an officer Friday and having drugs in his possession. Sugarcreek Borough police said in…
Senate edges toward vote on Biden’s $1T infrastructure bill
WASHINGTON (AP) — Edging toward a vote, senators are convening for a rare weekend session on the bipartisan infrastructure bill, which could wrap up swiftly…
US now averaging 100,000 new COVID-19 infections a day
The Associated Press The U.S. is now averaging 100,000 new COVID-19 infections a day, returning to a milestone last seen during the winter surge in…
Moustakas has big return, Reds easily handle Pirates 10-0
CINCINNATI (AP) — Mike Moustakas went 3 for 4 with three doubles and two RBIs in his return from the injured list to spark the…
A waste coal-burning, crypto-mining pirate ship sets sail
KENNERDELL (AP) — In March 2017, Bill Spence got suddenly, catastrophically sick. A part of his pancreas died. His gall bladder failed. When he got…
Ed Sheeran to headline NFL’s kickoff concert next month
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Ed Sheeran will perform in a concert to kickoff the NFL season opener in Florida next month. The NFL announced Friday…
Recent Deaths 8/7/21
Barbara Shreffler Lynn, 85, of Savannah, Georgia, died July 19, 2021. Pauline L. Hazen, 90, of Franklin, died Aug. 5, 2021. Terry D. Bimber, 80,…
Pet of the Day 8/6/21
Say hello to Tuscany! Tuscany will certainly say hello back to you, she is a very vocal girl! She loves to be pet and enjoys…
Fresh Ginger Cookies
(Culinary.net) Sweet treats are a favorite food, especially when they have a unique or unusual twist that makes them stand out from the crowd. When…
Redevelopment: One Step at a Time
Happy August! If you’re like me, you’re wondering where the year has gone, as 2021 certainly has been a busy, event-filled year for many of…
2 people facing charges after incident in Franklin
From staff reports Two people are facing charges following an incident Thursday in Franklin in which a Polk man is accused of fleeing from police…
State Department of Corrections announces virus mitigation efforts
From staff reports The state Department of Corrections announced additional steps it is taking to keep the incarcerated population protected against COVID-19. Effective Monday, incarcerated…
Town burns to ashes in raging Northern California wildfire
GREENVILLE, Calif. (AP) — Eva Gorman says the little California mountain town of Greenville was a place of community and strong character, the kind of…
Suárez, Votto homer to help Reds beat Pirates 7-4
CINCINNATI (AP) — Eugenio Suárez and Joey Votto hit three-run homers in Cincinnati’s six-run second inning, powering the Reds to a 7-4 victory over the…
Steelers use strong 2nd half to beat Cowboys 16-3
CANTON, Ohio (AP) — The Pittsburgh Steelers followed a stumbling first half with a strong final 30 minutes to beat the Dallas Cowboys 16-3 on…
Review: In ‘Free Guy,’ a videogame ‘Truman Show’
The Associated Press In upside-down simulations, time loops and videogames turned inside out, a growing body of movies trade on the feeling of living in…
Recent Deaths 8/6/21
Garrett M. Harbaugh, 71, of Port St. Lucie, Florida, formerly of Franklin, died Aug. 5, 2021. For complete obituaries, pick up a copy of…
Fleeing police
Marbled Peanut Butter Chocolate Brownies
(Family Features) Pregame festivities call for salty snacks and meaty morsels, but halftime eating and postgame celebrations are perfect for sweet treats. You can sweeten…
Pet of the Day 8/5/21
Meet Martina! This beautiful girl was brought to us with her four beautiful babies, two of which are still available! She is a super sweet…
Woman charged for role in Franklin robbery
From staff reports A second person has been charged in connection with a robbery in Franklin in March. Polk police said in a criminal complaint…
Oil Region Festival of the Book planned at Oil City Library
From staff reports The Oil Region Library Association will host the first Oil Region Festival of the Book from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday,…
Biden seeks to boost fuel economy
DETROIT (AP) — The Biden administration wants automakers to raise gas mileage and cut tailpipe pollution between now and model year 2026, and it has…
Don’t expect starters in Cowboys-Steelers Hall of Fame game
CANTON, Ohio (AP) — If you’re looking for stars during Hall of Fame enshrinement week, concentrate on the museum itself and the inductions this weekend….
Pinch-hit HR by Tellez gives Brewers 4-2 win over Pirates
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Rowdy Tellez stayed calm long enough to deliver the kind of moment that produced bedlam from an adoring home crowd. Tellez connected on…
Review: In ‘Annette,’ an eccentric, tortured pop opera
The Associated Press “Annette” is a film that’s likely best experienced rather than described. Anyone familiar with the work of French director Leos Carax, best…
Recent Deaths 8/5/21
Charles “Charlie” H. Gifford, 68, of Franklin, died Aug. 3, 2021. Nelson C. Rudolph, 86, of Oil City, died Aug. 3, 2021. Martha Autenrieth Sarver…
Mexican Pizza Dip
(Family Features) Whether your game day celebrations call for a full-blown parking lot party or homegating with your closest friends, the nibbles and noshes you…
Pet of the Day 8/4/21
Butchie was recently brought to us because his owner was moving and couldn’t take him. His previous owner says he is good with people of…
Heat Proofing Your Vegetable Garden
The dog days of summer can be tough on your vegetables. Even heat-loving plants like tomatoes and peppers might need a little extra care during…
Milling, paving on OC streets
Oil City public works employee Casey Miller shovels debris from Wyllis Street on Tuesday while Nick Shoup walks across the road. The city workers milled…
Officer dead, suspect killed in violence outside Pentagon
WASHINGTON (AP) — A Pentagon police officer died after being stabbed Tuesday during a burst of violence at a transit center outside the building, and…
CDC issues new eviction ban for most of US through Oct. 3
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued a new eviction moratorium that would last until Oct. 3, as the Biden administration…
Held hitless into 7th by Houser, Pirates top Brewers in 10th
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Brewers starter Adrian Houser was pulled with a no-hitter intact in the seventh inning, and Gregory Polanco and the Pittsburgh Pirates rallied…
Wall of ice collapses at Titanic Museum in Tennessee, 3 hurt
PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. (AP) — A wall of ice at the Titanic Museum Attraction in Tennessee collapsed and injured three guests, the museum’s owners said….
Recent Deaths 8/4/21
Traci Lee Flick, 54, of Oil City, died July 31, 2021. Eric M. Garvin, 51, of Olean, N.Y., died Aug. 1, 2021. Martha W. Henry…
Game Day Chicken Wings
(Family Features) Skip the silverware at your next homegate and dive right in with a fan favorite that requires just your hands and a heap…
Pet of the Day 8/3/21
Jovi is a happy, affectionate girl that loves attention. Her previous owners told us she is dog aggressive, however, she is okay in the fenced…
Clarion University Focuses on Community Health
Clarion University is planning to open this fall with normal operations. Students will resume learning in face-to-face classes, living in residence halls, and staying busy…
Weather Service says tornado touched down near Dempseytown
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer The National Weather Service in Pittsburgh has confirmed that a tornado touched down near Dempseytown on Thursday. No injuries or…
Tri-county’s gasoline prices above regional average
From staff reports The average price of gasoline in the tri-county area this week is above the western Pennsylvania average of $3.31, according to AAA…
Landlords, tenants fill courts as eviction moratorium ends
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — Gabe Imondi, a 74-year-old landlord from Rhode Island, had come to court hoping to get his apartment back. He was tired…