Free rides take $104M toll on Pennsylvania Turnpike finances
CARLISLE (AP) — More than $104 million in Pennsylvania Turnpike tolls went uncollected last year as the agency fully converted to all-electronic tolling, with the…
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‘The Price Is Right’ celebrates its 50th season
NEW YORK (AP) — If you can remember the price of a 30-ounce jar of mayonnaise, what an Armani purse goes for and how much…
Recent Deaths 9/14/21
George Weston Hamilton, 75, of Harrisville, died Sept. 12, 2021. Doris Evelyn McNaughton, 92, of Clarion, died Sept. 12, 2021. Charles R. “Dick” Shreffler, 82,…
Halloween Happenings in the Works in Emlenton
Over the last few weeks, we’ve looked at the impact of partnerships and cooperation – or the lack thereof – on community redevelopment efforts. When…
Pet of the Day 9/13/21
Noir is a super sweet and loving kitty! She loves head rubs and chin scratches, and she is the most affectionate girl. She loves to…
No-Bake Energy Bites
(Family Features) The importance of health and wellness is top of mind for many people. There are many contributing factors to wellness such as diet,…
National POW/MIA Recognition Day
This Friday, Sept. 17 is National POW/MIA Recognition Day. The nation sets aside the third Friday in September to remember our former POWs and our…
PetFest returns to Franklin
By LUKA KRNETA News editor Franklin’s Bandstand Park looked more like an animal sanctuary rather than a public park on Saturday, as Precious Paws Animal…
Music in Oil Country returns
The ten high school bands at Music in Oil Country join together to perform Lee Greenwood’s “God Bless the U.S.A.” to mark the 20th anniversary…
Tropical Storm Nicholas threatens Gulf Coast with heavy rain
HOUSTON (AP) — Tropical Storm Nicholas strengthened just off the Gulf Coast and could blow ashore in Texas as a hurricane Monday as it brings…
Steelers rally to beat Bills 23-16 to open season
ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — Knowing it was going to take the Steelers’ new-look offense time to find its footing, Ben Roethlisberger was counting on…
Lil Nas X, Justin Bieber top star-packed MTV VMAs
The Associated Press Lil Nas X won video of the year at Sunday’s MTV VMAs on a night that Justin Bieber triumphantly returned to the…
Recent Deaths 9/13/21
LaRue O’Neil, 86, of Knox, died Sept. 10, 2021. Thomas Bernard Kelly, 68, of Oil City, died Sept. 8, 2021. Thomas J. Hartle, Jr., 71,…
Franklin man facing strangulation, assault charges
By DILLON PROVENZA Staff writer A Franklin man is facing strangulation and assault charges as a result of an incident in Sugarcreek on Friday. Franklin…
Polk State Center under budget due to vacancies
By STACEY GROSS Staff writer Polk State Center is almost $5 million under budget compared with last year, mostly due to the low number of…
FBI releases newly declassified record on Sept. 11 attacks
WASHINGTON (AP) — The FBI late Saturday released a newly declassified document related to logistical support given to two of the Saudi hijackers in the…
Pirates pounce on shaky Nationals bullpen in 10-7 victory
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Bryan Reynolds hit his 23rd home run of the season and drove in three runs as the Pittsburgh Pirates surged past the…
Justin Bieber to make triumphant return to MTV VMAs
The Associated Press The 2021 MTV Video Music Awards will get a dose of “Bieber fever” for the first time in six years. Justin Bieber…
Handgun incident in Oil City leads to 2 being charged
By LAURA O’NEIL Staff writer An Oil City man is facing charges after being accused of firing a handgun in an alley, after brandishing it…
Oil City wine walk slated
From staff reports The “Oil City Uncorked” wine walk will be hosted by the Oil City Main Street Program from 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. Friday,…
US marks 20 years since 9/11, in shadow of Afghan war’s end
NEW YORK (AP) — Twenty years ago, the 11th of September dawned as just a date. By midnight, it was 9/11, the staggering starting point…
Pirates rally to spoil Bell’s return in 4-3 win over Nats
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Josh Bell offered the Pittsburgh Pirates a reminder of what might have been. Ke’Bryan Hayes provided a glimpse of what still could…
Review: James Wan returns to horror with gory ‘Malignant’
The Associated Press There is no doubt that James Wan knows his way around the horror genre. The man behind “The Conjuring,” “Insidious” and “Saw”…
Recent Deaths 9/11/21
Robert “Bobby” Marion Williams III, 59, of Oil City, died Sept. 4, 2021. Daniel Paul Mossburg, 70, of Rocky Grove, died Sept. 9, 2021. Elmer…
Pet of the Day 9/10/21
Celeste is a very nice girl, she just needs a bit of extra time to get to know you first. She is still learning how…
Stuffed Bell Pepper Casserole
(Culinary.net) On weeknights, many families rush around trying to prepare for the next day. While these moments can be stressful, the silver lining of the…
Oil City Council hears update on paving
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer A variety of matters came up at Oil City Council’s meeting Thursday, including an update from City Manager Mark Schroyer…
Tickets available for Fighter’s Ball
From staff reports The ninth annual Fighter’s Ball will be held Saturday, Sept. 25, at the Quality Inn in Franklin. Doors will open at 6 p.m….
Justice Dept. sues Texas over state’s new abortion law
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — The Justice Department on Thursday sued Texas over a new state law that bans most abortions, arguing that it was enacted…
Biden new COVID vaccine mandate: ‘We’re in a tough stretch’
WASHINGTON (AP) — In his most forceful pandemic actions and words, President Joe Biden ordered sweeping new federal vaccine requirements for as many as 100…
Loophole allows some PA students to avoid masking
HARRISBURG (AP) — An apparent loophole in Pennsylvania’s mask mandate for schools is making it easier for some students to go to class without having…
Review: Dealing torture and guilt in ‘The Card Counter’
The Associated Press You would have to shuffle a lot of movie ideas to come up with one that pairs a card shark with the…
Recent Deaths 9/10/21
Richard Thomas Schneider, of Columbus, Ohio, died Sept. 8, 2021. Beverly C. Johnson died Sept. 9, 2021. For complete obituaries, pick up a copy…
Pet of the Day 9/9/21
Bib is a loving sweetheart. Bib is around 10 years old, neutered, declawed, and current on vaccines. Bib eats a special diet for kidney disease…
Arkansas Possum Pie
(Culinary.net) The star of your next spread can be hidden away in the refrigerator for a surprise delight for your guests. It’s topped with chocolate…
Police: Oil City woman barricades man inside house
By STACEY GROSS Staff writer An Oil City woman faces charges of unlawful restraint and reckless endangerment after an incident on Wednesday in which she…
Would you like to donate items for OC sesquicentennial capsule?
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer Oil City is collecting items from residents and businesses to be put in the sesquicentennial time capsule. Oil City Mayor…
Police planning to reinstall Capitol fence ahead of rally
WASHINGTON (AP) — Law enforcement officials concerned by the prospect of violence at a rally in the nation’s capital next week are planning to reinstall…
Cabrera, Grossman power Tigers past Pirates 5-1
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Miguel Cabrera and Robbie Grossman each had four hits, and the Detroit Tigers avoided a sweep by beating the Pittsburgh Pirates 5-1…
‘Lucifer’ star promises ‘good-slash-great’ series finale
LONDON (AP) — After six years, “Lucifer” stars Tom Ellis and Lauren German are kissing goodbye to their devil-and-detective double act. They’ve been solving crimes…
Recent Deaths 9/9/21
Eric D. Whitehill, 59, of Seneca, died Sept. 7, 2021. Clair A. Bayne, 83, of Titusville, formerly of Oil City, died Sept. 7, 2021. Virginia…
Pet of the Day 9/8/21
Amber is such a beautiful sweetheart! She recently came to us as a stray. She seemed a little overwhelmed by the noise of the shelter,…
Slow Cooker Chicken Burrito Bowls
(Family Features) During the hustle and bustle of the school year, it can be difficult to find time to sit down for dinner together as…
Fall Garden Care for Pollinators
This article discusses the beneficial pollinators that overwinter in the garden and best practices for providing habitat for them. As the days get shorter and…
Patriot Day is Saturday
This Saturday, Sept. 11, is Patriot Day. It is the 20th Anniversary of hijacked airplanes crashing into World Trade Center in New York City and…
Study reveals working families’ child care woes
From staff reports A combined study conducted by the United Way of Pennsylvania (UWP) and the Pennsylvania Early Learning Investment Commission (ELIC) has released a…
Route 8 bridge work brings detour
From staff reports Route 8 is closed to northbound and southbound traffic in Venango County for bridge rehabilitation work. A detour is posted using Old…
COVID-19 boosters are coming but who will get them and when?
The Associated Press COVID-19 booster shots may be coming for at least some Americans but already the Biden administration is being forced to scale back…
Ben Gamel’s RBI single helps Pirates rally past Tigers 3-2
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Ben Gamel had a go-ahead two-run single in the sixth inning among his three hits and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Detroit…
A fall movie season (like everything else) in flux
NEW YORK (AP) — Filmmaker Cary Fukunaga has been waiting more than a year and a half for the biggest movie of his career, the…