Pet of the Day 10/19/22
Zeus was recently brought to us because his owner could no longer care for him. He is a very sweet wiggly boy who loves everyone….
October 2022
Watermelon Snowman
(Family Features) The cold chill of winter may have you feeling trapped indoors with nothing to do and nowhere to go, but fun activities fit…
How to Bring Outdoor Plants Indoors
When frost threatens, it’s time to move many of your outside plants indoors. Many tender bulbs, annuals, herbs, and tropical plants will only survive the…
Cranberry OKs bike share program
By RANDY BARTLEY Staff writer People could look forward to riding bikes on area trails, including in Cranberry Township, without bringing their own bicycle, as…
Franklin robotics team seeks ‘fulfillment’ in next competition
From staff reports The Franklin Area Junior/Senior High School BEST Robotics team is fervently finishing its projects for the 2022 BEST (Boosting Engineering, Science, and…
Russia evacuates occupied Ukrainian city, orders martial law
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Russian forces launched mass evacuations of civilians Wednesday from one of the first major cities they seized in the invasion of…
Biden to release 15M barrels from oil reserve, more possible
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden will announce the release of 15 million barrels of oil from the U.S. strategic reserve Wednesday as part of…
Review: ‘Black Adam,’ a superhero franchise born on a Rock
The Associated Press Not long into “Black Adam,” a preteen boy looks up at the muscled hulk of Dwayne Johnson and begs for his help:…
Recent Deaths 10/19/22
George L. Beach, 82, of Oil City, died Oct. 15, 2022. Jennifer L. Rimer, 55, of Rimersburg, died Oct. 17, 2022. Donald Eugene “Gene” “Curly”…
Pet of the Day 10/18/22
Felicia is a sweet kitty who just needs a little more time to get comfortable in a new environment. She is very friendly once she…
Barbecue Corn and Potato Chowder
(Family Features) Schedules full of homework, practices, performances, social activities and more make fall one of the busiest times of year, which often pushes meal…
Baker Secures Tee-Time for Cranberry
By MADISON EARP Student contributor It’s been 40 years since a student has represented Cranberry High School at the state level for golf. Cayden Baker,…
Man accused of holding woman, children at gunpoint in Oil City
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer A transient York County man already doing jail time on other charges is facing additional charges, including entering a house…
Franklin schools curriculum map remains ‘a work in progress’
By HELEN FIELDING Staff writer Franklin School District curriculum director Christina Cohlhepp told school board members during a work session meeting on Monday night that…
‘Bad situation’: Soaring US dollar spreads pain worldwide
The Associated Press The cost of living in Cairo has soared so much that security guard Mustafa Gamal had to send his wife and year-old…
Student loan forgiveness: Here’s how to apply
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden on Monday officially kicked off the application process for his student debt cancellation program, opening the door for millions…
Kirby Dach scores in OT as Canadiens beat Penguins 3-2
MONTREAL (AP) — Kirby Dach scored 3:09 into overtime, lifting the Montreal Canadiens to a 3-2 victory over Sidney Crosby and the Pittsburgh Penguins on…
Review: Roberts, Clooney reunite in ‘Ticket to Paradise’
The Associated Press It’s often said that the movies that were fun to make never turn out great. Well, George Clooney and Julia Roberts look…
Recent Deaths 10/18/22
Thomas Edward Hare, 70, of Loxahatchee, Florida, died Oct. 12, 2022. Sheila Ann Rivers, 76, of Knox, died Oct. 16, 2022. Elissa M. “Elsie” Schwabenbauer,…
Pet of the Day 10/17/22
Jabba is a spunky girl looking for her forever home. She is on a special diet and daily medication that will need to be continued…
Jalapeno Sweetpotato Chowder
(Family Features) Colder, shorter days call for a little comfort. Cozying up with a hearty meal on brisk winter evenings can help fight off the…
Cost of Living Increase for Vets, Survivors
The president signed VFW-supported H.R. 7846, Veterans’ Compensation Cost-of-Living Adjustment Act of 2022, into law. Certain VA benefits including disability compensation, clothing allowances, and dependency…
Fire Prevention Night held at mall
From staff reports Various local emergency responders along with area residents participated in Fire Prevention Night on Friday at the Cranberry Mall. The emergency responders…
Waves of suicide drones strike Ukraine’s capital, 4 killed
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Waves of explosives-laden suicide drones struck Ukraine’s capital Monday, setting buildings ablaze and tearing a hole in one of them while…
Trubisky comes off bench as Steelers stun Brady, Bucs 20-18
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Mitch Trubisky stood on the Acrisure Stadium sideline two weeks ago with a baseball cap on, his future uncertain and his chance…
‘Halloween Ends’ wins box office but renews streaming debate
The Associated Press No matter how you look at the numbers, “Halloween Ends” had a good opening weekend. Touted as the final showdown between Laurie…
Recent Deaths 10/17/22
Omer R. Smith, 86, of Rimersburg, died Oct. 15 2022. George L. Beach, 82, of Oil City, died Oct. 15, 2022. Tony L. Schirmer, 61,…
Group keeps raising funds as it moves closer to getting Lyric back to life
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer The Colonel Drake Cultural Alliance’s dream of bringing the old Lyric Theater in Oil City back to life keeps moving…
Franklin will move ahead with fireworks ordinance
By HELEN FIELDING Staff writer The state’s fireworks law has been revised, and Franklin City Council members were asked at their monthly meeting last week…
US, Canada send armored vehicles to bolster Haiti’s police
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — The U.S. and Canada sent armored vehicles and other supplies to Haiti on Saturday to help police fight a…
Violent week a grim sign as targeted killings of police rise
SEATTLE (AP) — The shooting deaths of two Connecticut officers and wounding of a third punctuated an especially violent week for police across the U.S….
Crosby, Guentzel lead Penguins to 6-2 win over Lightning
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Sidney Crosby and the Pittsburgh Penguins admit it was a disappointing end to last season when they blew a 3-1 series lead…
Hundreds of Paddington bears left for queen to go to charity
LONDON (AP) — More than 1,000 Paddington bears and other teddies left in tribute to the late Queen Elizabeth II in London and Windsor will…
Blaze at Franklin home started in garage; damages ‘significant’
From staff reports Losses have been estimated at $150,000 in a fire that damaged a home on Evergreen Drive in Franklin late Thursday afternoon. No…
OC fire department distributes about 460 coats
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer The Oil City Fire Department handed out about 460 coats to children in need in Venango County this year through…
Oil City hydrant flushing schedule
From staff reports Oil City water crews will flush fire hydrants again next week from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. starting Sunday night and continuing…
Trump’s subpoena and what’s next for the Jan. 6 panel
WASHINGTON (AP) — In an extraordinary step, the House Jan. 6 committee has voted unanimously to subpoena former President Donald Trump — a final effort…
Police: 15-year-old boy kills 5 in Raleigh shooting rampage
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — A 15-year-old boy killed five people and injured two more in a shooting rampage in Raleigh, police said, horrifying a community…
Review: Does ‘Halloween Ends’ finally mean it’s over?
The Associated Press OK, so we knew there was going to be an ending. We just didn’t know there’d be, like, six endings. Honestly, after…
Recent Deaths 10/15/22
Josephine L. McCoy, 96, of Irwin, formerly of Franklin, died Oct. 11, 2022. Kenneth Wayne Orsino, 74, died Oct. 12, 2022. James Ronald Marshall, 77,…
Sweet potato Foil Packet Tacos
(Family Features) Fall provides almost endless opportunities to gather friends and family around great food. From tailgates and family events to those precious last outdoor…
Pet of the Day 10/14/22
Belle was surrendered to us when her owner could no longer care for her. She is about 5 years old, and very WIGGLY. This girl…
New this week: ‘Halloween Ends,’ ‘Rosaline’ and The 1975
Here’s a collection curated by The Associated Press’ entertainment journalists of what’s arriving on TV, streaming services and music platforms this week. MOVIES — Is…
Crosby starts 18th season with a bang, Pens top Coyotes 6-2
PITTSBURGH (AP) — This is why Evgeni Malkin and Kris Letang stayed in Pittsburgh. And why the Penguins wanted them back, Sidney Crosby most of…
Bruce Sutter, Hall of Famer and Cy Young winner, dies at 69
Bruce Sutter, a Hall of Fame reliever and the 1979 Cy Young winner, has died. He was 69. Sutter was recently diagnosed with cancer and…
Ghostly Graveyard Cake
(Family Features) For a frighteningly fun time in the kitchen this Halloween, gather your family around the cauldron to create a sweet, spooky dessert. Tricks…
Pet of the Day 10/13/22
Coraline is the sweetest girl. She came to us as a stray so her history is a mystery to us. We do know that she…
History Students Go the Distance
By ABBY SLOSS Student contributor Keeping students engaged in classes and lessons is a difficult task that many teachers may struggle with, but it seems…
Parkland school shooter to get life sentence for killing 17
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — Florida school shooter Nikolas Cruz will be sentenced to life without parole for the 2018 murder of 17 people at…
Franklin budget workshop planned Monday
By Helen Fielding Staff writer Franklin City Council will hold its annual budget workshop on Monday, starting at 4 p.m. In addition to discussing the…