Review: Will Smith-led ‘Emancipation’ is an action thriller
The Associated Press It comes as some relief that Antoine Fuqua’s “Emancipation,” starring Will Smith as a runaway slave in Civil War-era Louisiana, is not,…
December 2022
Recent Deaths 12/3/22
Donald L. Weidner, 84, of Shippenville, died Dec. 2, 2022. Philip O. Womer, 82, of Oil City, died Nov. 30, 2022. Roger Courson, 69, of…
Pet of the Day 12/2/22
If you are looking for an energetic kitty who loves to play then look no further! Lucky is a friendly boy that enjoys chasing after…
Easy, Elegant Holiday Popcorn
(Family Features) With countless ways to enjoy the holiday season from decorating and hosting parties to wintertime activities, it’s a perfect time to bring family…
OC woman charged for spitting on man who had been attacked
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer An Oil City woman is facing aggravated assault and endangerment charges in connection with an incident at a Hone Avenue…
OC Arts Council announces First Night plans
From staff reports The Oil City Arts Council has announced plans for the city’s annual First Night Oil City celebration on New Year’s Eve. Activities…
Trump probe: Court halts Mar-a-Lago special master review
WASHINGTON (AP) — A unanimous federal appeals court on Thursday ended an independent review of documents seized from former President Donald Trump’s Florida estate, removing…
Congress votes to avert rail strike amid dire warnings
WASHINGTON (AP) — Legislation to avert what could have been an economically ruinous freight rail strike won final approval in Congress on Thursday as lawmakers…
Guentzel, Kapanen fuel rally as Penguins slip by Vegas 4-3
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Penguins have no idea how long they’ll have to play without Kris Letang. They may have landed on a formula…
Harry and Meghan doc footage puts royal rift at forefront
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Footage of an upcoming documentary about Harry and Meghan released Thursday shows the couple is once again prepared to tackle the…
Recent Deaths 12/2/22
Kathryn E. Baker, 74, of Franklin, died Nov. 26, 2022. Billie Jo Coleman, 66, of Franklin, died Nov. 30, 2022. Doris “Ruth” Rodgers-Bradybaugh, 61, died…
Pet of the Day 12/1/22
Miss Marbles is a young adult female. She is current on vaccines and spayed. She does not like other cats. Miss Marbles is a bit…
Gingersnap Popcorn Snack Mix
(Family Features) With countless ways to enjoy the holiday season from decorating and hosting parties to wintertime activities, it’s a perfect time to bring family…
Titusville women’s services agency settles in at new office
By MAKAYLA KEATING Staff writer The Titusville division of Women’s Services Office is in a new location at 123 N. Franklin St. in Titusville. Debbie…
Venango Chorus to present concert
From staff reports The Venango Chorus will present a concert titled “Goin’ Home” at 7 p.m. Saturday at Good Hope Lutheran Church at 800 Moran…
Biden hosting Macron amid some friction over US climate law
WASHINGTON (AP) — Presidents Joe Biden and Emmanuel Macron are celebrating the long-standing U.S.-French relationship, but these are friends with differences. The French leader is…
House votes to avert rail strike, impose deal on unions
WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. House moved urgently to head off the looming nationwide rail strike on Wednesday, passing a bill that would bind companies…
Review: Emma Corrin gives us a vibrant new ‘Lady Chatterley’
The Associated Press The lovely and magnetic young actor Emma Corrin certainly has a thing for characters who marry unwisely. We cringed when Corrin’s winsome,…
Recent Deaths 12/1/22
Betty S. Weaver, 96, of Oil City, died Nov. 29, 2022. Joanne M. Strickland, 76, of Oil City, died Nov. 28, 2022. Janet R. Roddy,…