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Artist exhibit planned Sunday at Transit Arts Gallery
From staff reports The Transit Art Gallery & Gifts in Oil City’s National Transit Building will host a spring artists exhibit, Art of the Garden,…
Benefit dinner set for Clintonville boy
From staff reports A donation only benefit dinner will be held for Luka McDonald, an 11-year-old boy from Clintonville who is a heart-transplant patient, from…
The House is on the brink of approving aid for Ukraine and Israel after months of struggle
WASHINGTON (AP) — The House is preparing in a rare Saturday session to approve $95 billion in foreign aid for Ukraine, Israel and other U.S….
Man who set himself on fire outside Trump trial dies of injuries, police say
NEW YORK (AP) — A man who doused himself in an accelerant and set himself on fire outside the courthouse where former President Donald Trump…
Brayan Bello allows 1 hit in 6 innings as Red Sox breeze past Pirates 8-1
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Brayan Bello allowed one hit in six innings, Rob Refsnyder hit his first home run of the season and the Boston Red…
Recent Deaths 4/20/24
Virginia Pearl Clevenger, 86, of Cochranton, died April 17, 2024. Robert Alan Lauer, 63, of Titusville, died April 17, 2024. Lynnda K. Shaffer, 83, of…
Pet of the Day 4/19/24
Meet the fantastic Fancy! Fancy is a lovely 3-year-old girl looking for her new family! She is outgoing, social and oh so sweet! Fancy likes…
Easy as 1-2-3 Potato Salad
(Family Features) From everyday weeknight dinners to picnics in the park, warmer weather and longer days mean families want to spend more time together and…
Sugarcreek bridge dedicated to local veteran
By AUSTIN GRAY Staff writer As the newly named Staff Sgt. Richard James Mulholland Memorial Bridge was being dedicated, the flow of emotion and sentiment…
Students and teacher killed at Columbine to be remembered at 25th anniversary vigil
DENVER (AP) — The 12 students and one teacher killed in the Columbine High School shooting will be remembered Friday in a vigil on the…
Iran fires at apparent Israeli attack drones near Isfahan air base and nuclear site
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — An apparent Israeli drone attack on a major air base early near the central city of Isfahan activated Iranian…
Convenience store chain with hundreds of outlets in 6 states hit with discrimination lawsuit
The Associated Press The Sheetz convenience store chain has been hit with a lawsuit by federal officials who allege the company discriminated against minority job…
Review: A heist movie that gleefully collides with a monster movie in ‘Abigail’
The Associated Press If you always thought your garden-variety heist movies could do with a bit more blood-sucking vampire, have we got a flick for…
Recent Deaths 4/19/24
Inez Tucker, 85, of Warren, died April 14, 2024. Stephen George Santus, of Clarion, died April 17, 2024. For complete obituaries, pick up a…
Pet of the Day 4/18/24
Meet Moon, the 7-month old kitten looking for a new address! Moon is a sweet girl who came to us as a stray, so we…
Pet of the Day 4/17/24
Looking for a new bud? Look no further than Bandit, the 3-year-old all-around good boy! Bandit is a smart, funny, loyal and curious pup who…
Apple Ricotta Crepes
(Family Features) There’s perhaps no better occasion to show off your kitchen skills than Mother’s Day, a perfect opportunity to turn the tables on mom…
Slugs and Their Control
Slugs feed on flowers, vegetables and ornamentals, and are especially injurious to seedlings. Moreover, they get into cellars, on walks, and similar places around the…
DeBence Antique Music World to celebrate 2 anniversaries
By HELEN FIELDING Staff writer On Saturday, the DeBence Antique Music World in Franklin will mark not one, but two anniversaries, and is inviting the…
Names added to Vietnam memorial
J.J. Karg of Clarion Monuments finishes adding several names to the Vietnam War Memorial in Bandstand Park in Franklin on Tuesday. The names added to…
Yellen says Iran’s actions could cause global economic spillovers as White House vows new sanctions
WASHINGTON (AP) — Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen warned Tuesday of potential global economic damage from rising tensions in the Middle East as the Biden administration…
Senate will convene Mayorkas impeachment trial as Democrats plot quick dismissal
WASHINGTON (AP) — Senate Democrats could end the impeachment trial of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas on Wednesday before arguments even begin. Senate Majority Leader…
Mets rally in 7th, score go-ahead run for 3-1 victory over Pirates
NEW YORK (AP) — Jose Hernandez balked home the go-ahead run in the seventh inning, Jeff McNeil added an RBI double and the New York…
Recent Deaths 4/17/24
Steven W. Hawk, of Clarion, died April 15, 2024. Shirley Jean Himes, 94, died April 13, 2024. Lena C. Masson, 75, of Franklin, formerly of…
Pet of the Day 4/16/24
Shiloh is a gentle, loyal and affectionate soul hoping for his forever home! Shiloh is about three years old and weighs under 50 pounds. He…
Apple, Tomato and Goat Cheese Frittata
(Family Features) There’s perhaps no better occasion to show off your kitchen skills than Mother’s Day, a perfect opportunity to turn the tables on mom…
Lyric Theatre rehab fundraising complete
From staff reports The Colonel Drake Cultural Alliance has completed its fundraising efforts for the rehabilitation of Oil City’s Lyric Theatre with a $40,000 grant…
Franklin sets kindergarten registration makeup dates
From staff reports Franklin School District has scheduled kindergarten registration makeup dates for the 2024-25 school year. The dates are June 4 for Central Elementary…
Pro-Palestinian demonstrators shut down airport highways and key bridges in major US cities
CHICAGO (AP) — Pro-Palestinian demonstrators blocked roadways in Illinois, California, New York and the Pacific Northwest on Monday, temporarily shutting down travel into some of…
Crosby scores 42nd goal, Penguins keep playoff hopes alive with 4-2 win over Predators
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Penguins are playing like a playoff team. They’re only too aware it still might not be enough to reach the…
Bader drives in go-ahead run for second straight day as Mets beat Pirates 6-3
Recent Deaths 4/16/24
Pet of the Day 4/15/24
Garlic-Parmesan Chicken Tenders with Green Beans and Honey Mustard Dip
Women’s wellness event set May 11 in Oil City
US works to prevent an escalation across the Mideast as Biden pushes Israel to show restraint
McCutchen’s 300th homer, Suwinski’s grand slam lead Pirates over Phillies 9-2
