Lemon Chicken with Roasted Red Onions and Potatoes
(Family Features) Chef Nate Appleman knows how important it is to serve healthy meals to your family – ones they actually want to eat. Before…
March 2022
Russia sets cease-fire for evacuations but battles continue
LVIV, Ukraine (AP) — Russia announced yet another cease-fire and a handful of humanitarian corridors to allow civilians to flee Ukraine starting Monday, although the…
Death toll surpasses 6 million for pandemic now in 3rd year
BANGKOK (AP) — The official global death toll from COVID-19 eclipsed 6 million on Monday — underscoring that the pandemic, now entering its third year,…
Gas prices hit record highs in Pennsylvania, New Jersey
The Associated Press Gas prices in New Jersey and Pennsylvania hit all-time highs over the weekend amid tight worldwide oil supplies and increased demand as…
‘The Batman’ gives movie theaters a new hope with big launch
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Batman has his fair share of pressures, from saving Gotham to saving movie theaters. And while they’re both still decidedly works…
Recent Deaths 3/7/22
Jack E. Gravatt, 86, of Oil City, died March 4, 2022. Richard R. “Bud” Stone, 89, of Oil City, died March 5, 2022. Lawrence W….
Hope 21 Ministry has 300 formal dresses to give away
By LAURA O’NEIL Staff writer Looking for a dress for prom? Or a bridesmaid dress? Maybe a dress to wear to a wedding? Hope 21…
Complaints prompt reminder about school bus safety
By MAKAYLA KEATING Staff writer Franklin state police said they have received complaints about drivers in violation of school bus laws, prompting police to remind…
Ukraine official says assault halts evacuations for 2nd time
LVIV, Ukraine (AP) — Plans to evacuate civilians from a besieged port city in Ukraine collapsed Sunday for the second time along with an expected…
High court reimposes Boston Marathon bomber’s death sentence
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court has reinstated the death sentence for Boston Marathon bomber Dzhokhar Tsarnaev. The justices, by a 6-3 vote Friday, agreed…
As planet warms, less ice covering North American lakes
GRAND LAKE, Colorado (AP) — With a backdrop of mountain vistas and a rink of natural ice, the annual ice hockey tournament at Grand Lake…
Auditions for ‘Nunsense’ will be held Sunday, Monday
From staff reports Auditions for the Barrow-Civic Theatre’s performance of “Nunsense” will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday and from 6 to 8…
Russian cease-fire in Ukraine imperiled amid more shelling
LVIV, Ukraine (AP) — What looked like a breakthrough cease-fire to evacuate residents from two cities in Ukraine quickly fell apart Saturday as Ukrainian officials…
Svechnikov scores in OT as Hurricanes rally past Penguins
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — Andrei Svechnikov scored on a power play at 3:14 of overtime as the Carolina Hurricanes rallied from two goals down to…
Nikolaj Coster-Waldau goes ‘Against the Ice’ in Netflix pic
The Associated Press Winter could have been over for Nikolaj Coster-Waldau when “Game of Thrones” ended in 2019, but the Danish star put himself back…
Recent Deaths 3/5/22
Peggy Lee Levier Weckerly, 71, of Parker, died March 3, 2022. Peggy Lou (Butler) Haines, 85, died March 3, 2022. Eugene “Gene” Houser, 89, of…
Pet of the Day 3/4/22
Snoopy recently came to us because his owner passed away. He is a very sweet boy who needs a little help getting his weight under…
Marinated Skirt Steak
(Family Features) Chef Nate Appleman knows how important it is to serve healthy meals to your family – ones they actually want to eat. Before…
Success Provides Inspiration
With spring just around the corner, I’m starting to get excited about the upcoming season of on-the-ground works, with projects kicking off or starting back…
Titusville woman pleads guilty to federal drug charge
From staff reports A Titusville woman pleaded guilty in federal court to a charge of violating federal drug laws, United States Attorney Cindy K. Chung…
‘Read Across Franklin’ scheduled Saturday
From staff reports The Franklin Public Library is inviting the public to participate in “Read Across Franklin” on Saturday, a townwide reading event with interactive…
Russians take Ukraine nuclear plant; no radiation after fire
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — A Russian attack at Europe’s biggest nuclear power plant in Ukraine did not result in any radiation being released and firefighters…
Malkin has goal, 2 assists as Penguins beat Lightning 5-1
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Evgeni Malkin had a goal and two assists, Tristan Jarry made 20 saves and the Pittsburgh Penguins beat the Tampa Bay…
Pearl Jam’s Eddie Vedder makes solo outing a group project
INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — Technically, Eddie Vedder’s new album and tour are a solo project. But the longtime Pearl Jam frontman was anything but alone…
Recent Deaths 3/4/22
Robert C. Allen, of Corolla, North Carolina, died Feb. 13, 2022. Robert J. Madden, 54, of Oil City, died March 1, 2022. Martha Jean Morris,…
Pet of the Day 3/3/22
Phoebe recently came to us when her owner moved to a care home. She is a little shy, but she is a very sweet girl….
Stuffed Peppers
(Family Features) Gear up for a game-day experience to remember with satisfying snacks that energize your crowd. As almost everyone’s favorite part of homegating, the…
OC man accused of sexually assaulting boy, 5
From staff reports An Oil City man is facing charges for sexually assaulting a five-year-old boy in Cranberry Township. Franklin state police said in a…
Police seek missing teen girl
From staff reports State police in Franklin said they are searching for a missing/runaway female juvenile from Cornplanter Township, who was last seen at 7:25…
OCHS students attend regional band festival
Eight Oil City High School students performed at the Pennsylvania Music Educators Association District Band festival held at Indiana University of Pennsylvania. The students included…
Russian forces seize key Ukrainian port, pressure others
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Russian forces captured a strategic Ukrainian port and besieged another Thursday in a bid to cut the country off from the…
Jan. 6 panel sees evidence of Trump ‘criminal conspiracy’
WASHINGTON (AP) — The House panel investigating the Jan. 6 insurrection at the U.S. Capitol said Wednesday for the first time that its evidence suggests…
Elizabeth Holmes’s sordid saga goes from trial to TV series
SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) — “I am expecting quite a show.” I didn’t realize how prophetic my words would be when ABC News correspondent Rebecca…
Recent Deaths 3/3/22
William J. Smith, 73, formerly of Barkeyville, died March 1, 2022. Jane H. Williams Culbertson, 75, died March 1, 2022. Leora Mae “Ordie” Silvis, 98,…
Pet of the Day 3/2/22
Serenity is a sweet girl that can be a bit of a diva at times. She enjoys attention, but she will let you know when…
St. Patrick’s Day Sandwiches
(Culinary.net) Freshen up your St. Patrick’s Day menu with easy, light sandwiches inspired by the traditional color of the festivities. These open-faced noshes can be…
Transplanting Annuals into the Garden
When seedlings grow their first pair of identifiable true leaves, they are ready for transplanting. At this time, you can transplant plants either into small…
2 charged for roles in overdose death last year
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer Two men, both from Butler, have been charged in connection with the overdose death of an Emlenton woman last March….
Grove board approves Veterans Day as day off for students
By MAKAYLA KEATING Staff writer Several matters were discussed at Monday’s Valley Grove School Board meeting. The board approved the district’s 2022-23 calendar, and the…
As Russia batters Ukraine, both sides ready for more talks
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Russia renewed its assault Wednesday on Ukraine’s second-largest city in a pounding that lit up the skyline with balls of fire…
State of the Union: Biden vows to halt Russia, hit inflation
WASHINGTON (AP) — Addressing a concerned nation and anxious world, President Joe Biden vowed in his first State of the Union address Tuesday night to…
MLB cancels opening day after sides fail to end lockout
JUPITER, Fla. (AP) — Major League Baseball’s financial fight cost regular-season games for the first time in 27 years when often acrimonious talks to end…
Activism grows nationwide in response to school book bans
NEW YORK (AP) — Until a year ago, Stephana Ferrell’s political activism was limited to the occasional letter to elected officials. Then came her local…
Recent Deaths 3/2/22
Scott E. Heckathorn, 58, of Oil City, died Feb. 28, 2022. Kathryn (Parrett) Wood, of Harpursville, N.Y., died Feb. 9, 2022. Kathy M. Delp, 69,…
Pet of the Day 3/1/22
Nockatomi will keep you on your toes with his shenanigans. He loves to play but also enjoys his afternoon and evening naps, preferably cuddled up…
Simple Macaroons
(Culinary.net) When celebrating with family, there is nearly nothing better than passing a light and sweet dessert around the table. These Simple Macaroons are crisp,…
Oil City man sentenced for exploitation of children
From staff reports An Oil City man has been sentenced in federal court to 200 months in jail, lifetime supervised release, and ordered to pay…
Cranberry board hears much good news, including robotics success
By LAURA O’NEIL Staff writer Cranberry Area School District was full of good news Monday evening at the school board’s monthly meeting. The board heard…
Russia pummels Ukraine’s No. 2 city as convoy nears Kyiv
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Russian strikes pounded the central square in Ukraine’s second-largest city and other civilian sites Tuesday in what the country’s president condemned…
Supreme Court asked to intervene in congressional maps case
HARRISBURG (AP) — A group suing over Pennsylvania’s new map of congressional districts asked the U.S. Supreme Court on Monday to reconsider whether they are…