Review: Potter prequels peter out in ‘Dumbledore’
The Associated Press Time always flew in J.K. Rowling’s Wizarding World but it has lately seemed to catch up to the Potter pop cultural sensation….
April 2022
Recent Deaths 4/14/22
June Ramona (Witherup) Bonetti, 93, of Clintonville, died April 12, 2022. Harold Eugene Reed, 87, of Franklin, died April 10, 2022. Mary E. Martz, 92,…
Meringue Nests with Vanilla Bean Whipped Cream and Strawberries
(Family Features) It’s tough to top the joy of an Easter morning spent celebrating with family, enjoying a delicious brunch or snacking on sweet treats….
Pet of the Day 4/13/22
Mae is a happy girl with lots of energy. She will need some work on obedience but she is eager to please. She has the…
Pennsylvania Native Plants for the Perennial Garden
Herbaceous (non-woody) perennial plants add year-round interest to any landscape and are a popular choice of plants among gardeners. Though thousands of perennials are available,…
Venango County gas prices below region’s average
From staff reports In the tri-county area, Venango County is the only county where this week’s average price of gasoline is below the average western…
Registration underway for Oil Creek Biathlon
From staff reports The annual Oil Creek Biathlon will be held Saturday, Aug. 13, in the cross-country ski area of Petroleum Center at Oil Creek…
Police hunt gunman who wounded 10 in Brooklyn subway attack
NEW YORK (AP) — A man sought in connection with an attack on a subway train in Brooklyn that left 10 people shot — and…
Biden: Russia war a ‘genocide,’ trying to ‘wipe out’ Ukraine
DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — President Joe Biden has now said Russia’s war in Ukraine amounts to “genocide,” accusing President Vladimir Putin of trying to…
Palmieri scores in shootout, Islanders beat Penguins 5-4
NEW YORK (AP) — Zach Parise and Josh Bailey each scored twice, and Kyle Palmieri had the lone goal in the shootout as the New…
Seiya Suzuki’s 2 homers lift Cubs to 2-1 win over Pirates
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Seiya Suzuki homered twice, Drew Smyly pitched five scoreless innings and the Chicago Cubs beat Pittsburgh 2-1 on Tuesday, spoiling the Pirates’…
Review: Wahlberg stars in the spiritless ‘Father Stu’
The Associated Press This Easter, Mark Wahlberg is offering us a gift as sweet as a box of Peeps or a chocolate rabbit — and…
Recent Deaths 4/13/22
Pamela Elaine Hynes, 78, of Oil City, died April 11, 2022. Rex W. Baker, 67, of Titusville, died April 11, 2022. Joseph M. West, 84,…
Pet of the Day 4/12/22
Rocky recently came to us because his owner could no longer care for him. Rocky is a very friendly boy who loves to get lots…
Eggy Lemon Sandwich Cookies
(Family Features) It’s hard to top a brunch feast spent snacking on sweet treats in the sunshine with loved ones. At the center of your…
ORAS program will focus on NASA telescope
From staff reports The Oil Region Astronomical Society will hold a virtual program at 7 p.m. Saturday featuring Kelly Lepo, who will talk about NASA’s…
Community choir to present Easter cantata
From staff reports The Southern Venango Community Choir will present an Easter cantata titled “One Day” at 7 p.m. on Easter Sunday at the Kennerdell…
Ukraine probes claim poisonous substance dropped in Mariupol
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Ukraine investigated a claim that a poisonous substance was dropped on besieged Mariupol, as Western officials warned Tuesday that any use…
Biden waiving ethanol rule in bid to lower gas prices
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden is visiting corn-rich Iowa on Tuesday to announce he’ll suspend a federal rule preventing the sale of higher ethanol…
Penguins’ Malkin suspended 4 games for cross-check to face
The Associated Press Evgeni Malkin has been suspended four games without pay for cross-checking Nashville’s Mark Borowiecki in the face, a significant blow to the…
Underwood, Aldean win big at CMT Music Awards
NASHVILLE, Tennessee (AP) — Carrie Underwood and Jason Aldean were the big winners, the Judds reunited, and Kelsea Ballerini turned a tough break into a…
Recent Deaths 4/12/22
Ruth Ann Sullivan, 65, of Meadville, formerly of Sligo, died April 7, 2022. Norman M. Weaver, 97, of Rockland, died April 10, 2022. Russell A….
Pet of the Day 4/11/22
Dance recently came to us with three of her siblings because their owner could no longer care for them. She is very sweet and curious,…
Prosciutto and Parmesan Egg Cups
(Family Features) It’s hard to top a brunch feast spent snacking on sweet treats in the sunshine with loved ones. At the center of your…
Take Action Now on Toxic Exposure
Thanks to your action last month, the Honoring our PACT Act passed the House with a broad bipartisan vote. Now it is time for the…
OC&T to showcase locomotives at May 28 event
From staff reports The Oil Creek & Titusville Railroad and Oil Creek & Titusville Lines will offer a new train excursion for people who want…
Biden to nominate new ATF director, release ghost gun rule
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden is nominating an Obama-era U.S. attorney to run the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, as his administration…
Ukrainian defenders dig in as Russia boosts firepower
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — As Ukrainian forces dug in on Sunday, Russia lined up more firepower and tapped a decorated general to take centralized control…
Crosby gives Pens OT win over Preds, reaches 1,400 points
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Sidney Crosby decided enough was enough. The Penguins were mired in a lengthy, late-season losing streak and Crosby sat on the precipice…
Chavis’ grand slam lifts Pirates over Cardinals 9-4
ST. LOUIS (AP) — Michael Chavis has figured out the key to success with the bases loaded. Chavis hit a go-ahead grand slam as the…
‘Sonic 2’ steals weekend box office, but ‘Ambulance’ stalls
The Associated Press “Sonic the Hedgehog 2” sped to the top of the charts in its opening weekend, earning an impressive $71 million according to…
Recent Deaths 4/11/22
Robin L. Counselman, 63, of Meadville, died April 8, 2022. Larry H. Stanley, 86, of Seneca, died April 7, 2022. Frank George Rick, 92, of…
Township awarded more than $275k in Spencer ruling
By LAURA O’NEIL Staff writer Cranberry Township resident Randy Spencer has been ordered to pay the township more than $275,000 for code violations on five…
Franklin’s Dead Level to perform at Sturgis rally
By BRAD LENA Staff writer Jeff Rex, lead singer for the Franklin-based band Dead Level, said he “heard a lot of bands at last year’s…
More flee as Ukraine warns of stepped-up Russian attacks
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Civilian evacuations moved forward in patches of battle-scarred eastern Ukraine on Saturday, a day after a missile strike killed at least…
Wilson, Ovechkin lead Capitals past Penguins, 6-3
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Washington Capitals forward Tom Wilson always thinks pass-first to Alex Ovechkin, especially during a third-period two-on-one. Wilson’s decision to shoot, rather than…
Steelers QB Dwayne Haskins killed in auto accident
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — Dwayne Haskins was working on a second chapter for his young NFL career. The 24-year-old quarterback was spending time with…
Log Cabin restaurant returns
By LUKA KRNETA News editor A little more than a year after a fire burned down the Log Cabin Restaurant, the popular Seneca business is…
Students moving forward with Barrow mural
By MAKAYLA KEATING Staff writer Franklin High School students are moving forward on their mural project as they print their design for the side of…
Intel: Putin may cite Ukraine war to meddle in US politics
WASHINGTON (AP) — Russian President Vladimir Putin may use the Biden administration’s support for Ukraine as a pretext to order a new campaign to interfere…
More civilians flee east Ukraine after deadly station strike
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Civilian evacuations moved forward in patches of battle-scarred eastern Ukraine a day after a missile strike killed at least 52 people…
Will Smith gets 10-year Oscars ban over Chris Rock slap
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The motion picture academy on Friday banned Will Smith from attending the Oscars or any other academy event for 10 years…
Recent Deaths 4/9/22
Leo David “Dave” Callahan, 87, formerly of Oil City, died April 3, 2022. Catherine Ellen Courtney, 86, of Ponte Vedra, Florida, died April 5, 2022….
Cheesecake Ice Cream with Fruit Swirls
(Family Features) Spending precious moments enjoying outdoor meals with family and friends is part of what makes warm weather get-togethers so special. Take those al…
Pet of the Day 4/8/22
Chord came to us along with three of his siblings because his owner could no longer care for them. He is a bit timid and…
Sugarcreek Council approves purchase of used truck
By MAKAYLA KEATING Staff writer Sugarcreek Borough Council members approved the purchase of a used dump truck during the panel’s meeting Wednesday. One of the…
Sandycreek Elementary students submit science projects
By BRAD LENA Staff writer Nearly 100 Sandycreek Elementary School students from kindergarten through sixth grade submitted 67 projects for judging at a school science…
Missile kills 30 evacuees at busy Ukrainian train station
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — A missile hit a crowded train station in eastern Ukraine that was an evacuation point for civilians, killing dozens of people,…
Jackson confirmed as 1st Black female high court justice
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Senate confirmed Ketanji Brown Jackson to the Supreme Court on Thursday, shattering a historic barrier by securing her place as the…
Waino, O’Neill lift Cards over Pirates in Pujols’ return
ST. LOUIS (AP) — Albert Pujols held back tears during a lengthy standing ovation. The Cardinals designated hitter put on a big smile instead. Plenty…