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…
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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…
Review: Gloomy nights for the Dark Knight in ‘The Batman’
The Associated Press Batman, never a day person, is plunged into perpetual night in Matt Reeves’ nocturnal, nihilist, neo-noir take on the Caped Crusader. Reeves’…
Recent Deaths 3/1/22
Raymond D. Miller, Jr., 79, of Franklin, died Feb. 24, 2022. Ann Port Denio died Feb. 27, 2022. Lois Jones, 87, of Rimersburg, died Feb….
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Greek Chicken Bowls
(Family Features) As you and your family embark on a mission to create delicious, nutritious meals all while saving money, it’s key to remember meal…
Pet of the Day 2/28/22
Nessi is a free spirit looking for a place to call home. She is very playful and full of energy, but also loves a good…
National Vietnam War Veterans Day is March 29
The Vietnam War was a conflict of the communist government of North Vietnam and its allies, the Viet Cong, in South Vietnam versus the South…
Guest Column – Moody & Associates Talk Remediation
When the ORA acquired the former Fuchs property in Emlenton, we were fortunate to partner with the skilled Environmental Engineering team at Moody & Associates….
Ukraine, Russia envoys talk under shadow of nuclear threat
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Russian and Ukrainian delegations met for talks Monday amid high hopes but low expectations for any diplomatic breakthrough after Moscow unleashed…
On cusp of Biden speech, a state of disunity, funk, and peril
WASHINGTON (AP) — In good times or bad, American presidents come to Congress with a diagnosis that hardly differs over the decades. In their State…
Crosby’s late goal lifts Penguins over Blue Jackets 3-2
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Sidney Crosby scored with 2:14 left to rally Pittsburgh over the Columbus Blue Jackets 3-2 Sunday night and bolster their hold…
State liquor panel ends sale of Russian-made products
HARRISBURG (AP) — The panel that regulates the sale of alcohol in Pennsylvania has ordered the removal of Russian-made products to show solidarity and support…
Tom Holland and ‘Uncharted’ stay No. 1 at box office
NEW YORK (AP) — For the eighth time in the last two and a half months, a movie starring Tom Holland is No. 1 at…
Recent Deaths 2/28/22
Dale Edward Kightlinger, Jr., 55, of Franklin, died Feb. 22, 2022. Lois M. McClain, 83, of Shippenville, died Feb. 25, 2022. Irene C. “Ernie” Pardee,…
OC Council addresses parking, blighted homes
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer Several topics were addressed during Thursday’s long, wide-ranging Oil City Council meeting, including potentially reserving some parking on the North…
OC settles on paving list: East Second project discussed
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer Oil City Council members were told Thursday by city manager Mark Schroyer that the city’s paving committee has settled on…
Russians advance on Ukraine’s ports, meet resistance in city
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Street fighting broke out in Ukraine’s second-largest city and Russian troops squeezed strategic ports in the country’s south Sunday, advances that…
Some Americans welcome new CDC mask guidance, others wary
CHICAGO (AP) — Grace Thomas is fully vaccinated against COVID-19 but still not ready to take off her mask, especially around the kids at the…
Jarry’s 27 saves, Malkin’s goal lead Penguins by Rangers 1-0
PITTSBURGH (AP) — It’s difficult to get a read on Tristan Jarry. The reserved Pittsburgh Penguins goaltender speaks with a monotone that makes it hard…
Man accused of kicking, struggling with OC police
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer An Oil City man is facing charges for repeatedly kicking Oil City police officers and struggling with them when they…
Sanctions swing toward Putin as Ukraine anger grows
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Russian President Vladimir Putin is the latest target of sanctions over the invasion of Ukraine, with the United States, Canada and…
Penguins’ Matheson out indefinitely with injury
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Mike Matheson is out indefinitely with an upper-body injury sustained in a loss to New Jersey on Thursday. Penguins…
‘Killing Eve’ deadly cat-and-mouse game enters last season
LOS ANGELES (AP) — “Killing Eve” stars Sandra Oh and Jodie Comer say the spy thriller’s fourth and final season quickly makes clear that their…
Recent Deaths 2/26/22
Doris Jean Marschinke Biltz, 86, of Seneca, died Feb. 23, 2022. Jack Edward Allmendinger, Sr., 79, of Knox, died Feb. 24, 2022. For complete…
Chicken Apple Enchiladas
(Family Features) As you and your family embark on a mission to create delicious, nutritious meals all while saving money, it’s key to remember meal…
Pet of the Day 2/25/22
Nutella is one of three siblings that will keep you on your toes. She is super friendly and loves to play. She has lots of…
Franklin home damaged by fire, no one injured
From staff reports A Grant Street home in Franklin was severely damaged by fire on Wednesday. No one was injured in the blaze as the…
Franklin students moving ahead on mural
By MAKAYLA KEATING Staff writer Franklin School District art students tore through the priming portion of their downtown Franklin mural in a day and a…
Ukraine’s capital under threat as Russia presses invasion
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Russia pressed its invasion of Ukraine to the outskirts of the capital Friday after unleashing airstrikes on cities and military bases…
Last-place Devils jump on Penguins early in 6-1 win
PITTSBURGH (AP) — A week ago, the Pittsburgh Penguins were in first place in arguably the NHL’s toughest division. Not so much anymore. Sidney Crosby…
Review: ‘The Desperate Hour’ is a film lost in the woods
The Associated Press To say Naomi Watts is the only star in “The Desperate Hour” is a little misleading. She’s pretty much the only person…
Recent Deaths 2/25/22
Dorothy (Burke) Tarr, 90, of Rocky Grove, died Feb. 23, 2022. Doris Joan Marschinke Biltz, 86, of Seneca, died Feb. 23, 2022. Peggy Thail (Baker)…
Pet of the Day 2/24/22
Katrina is a very friendly and laid-back kitty. She mostly keeps to herself but loves cuddles and pets from her human friends. She is very…
Prune, Mozzarella, and Basil Skewers
(Family Features) Supplementing meals and snacks with powerful, versatile ingredients can take healthy eating from bland and boring to delicious and adventurous. Take your breakfasts,…
Missing man found dead
From staff reports A man reported missing in January was found dead Tuesday night in Oil City. John Johnson, 28, was found dead in a…
Vehicle restrictions planned on interstates
From staff reports Ahead of winter weather and icy conditions expected across most of the state tonight, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation will implement vehicle…
Russia attacks Ukraine; peace in Europe ‘shattered’
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Russia launched a wide-ranging attack on Ukraine on Thursday, hitting cities and bases with airstrikes or shelling, as civilians piled into…
Global markets rocked, oil soars on Russia-Ukraine conflict
NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. markets pointed toward a sharply lower open, following a global plunge in stocks and a surge in oil prices Thursday…
State high court picks new map of US House districts
HARRISBURG (AP) — Pennsylvania’s highest court broke a partisan deadlock Wednesday over a new map of congressional districts by selecting boundaries that broadly adhere to…