Forest Service decides on ATV connector, wetland restoration
From staff reports The U.S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service has decided to authorize a 12.9-mile, two-way all-terrain vehicle trail and enhance a wetland in…
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Judge dismisses NRA bankruptcy case in blow to gun group
DALLAS (AP) — A federal judge dismissed the National Rifle Association’s bankruptcy case Tuesday, leaving the powerful gun-rights group to face a New York state…
Stokes’ first career hits help Pirates finally solve Reds
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Troy Stokes Jr. drove in runs with each of his first two major league hits, JT Brubaker pitched six strong innings and…
Foo Fighters, Jay-Z, Go-Go’s in Rock Hall on first try
NEW YORK (AP) — Jay-Z, Foo Fighters, and the Go-Go’s were elected Wednesday to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame their first time on…
Recent Deaths 5/12/21
Joyce A. Morrison, 77, of Gettysburg, died May 5, 2021. Carl C. Rowe, 95, of Knox, died May 10, 2021. Debra J. (Shoup) Summerville, 65,…
Pet of the Day 5/11/21
Lucia is the perfect cat for someone who wants a balance of sweet and spicy. She is super affectionate and loves to play, and she…
Apple Guacamole
(Family Features) Whether your summer days include planning extravagant meals or your on-the-go lifestyle calls for quick and easy recipes, simple snacks can fit a…
Behind the Scenes of Redevelopment
Today I’d like to give you a sneak peek behind the scenes of one of the most involved and hard-hitting parts of redevelopment work. This…
Indecent assault
State’s upgrades to unemployment compensation services underway
From staff reports The state Department of Labor & Industry’s announced its next phase of the unemployment compensation customer service improvement initiative began Monday, with…
3 is company on daily walks
From staff reports Each day, Rouseville resident Mike Meitus and his beagle Buddy take a walk on the road behind Betts Machine shop, but they…
US schools fight to keep students amid fear of dropout surge
KANSAS CITY, Kan. (AP) — U.S. educators are doing everything they can to track down high school students who stopped showing up to classes and…
Naquin, Barnhart lead Reds to 14-1 rout of Pirates
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Tyler Naquin homered and drove in four runs, Tucker Barnhart keyed a six-run fourth inning with a two-run double and the Cincinnati…
Stars of ‘Shrill’ express love for the ‘hippest of places’
NEW YORK (AP) — As “Shrill” draws to a close, its stars and creators are reflecting on how important Portland, Oregon, became to the Hulu…
Recent Deaths 5/11/21
George Henry Chadman, of Palm Bay, Florida, died May 6, 2021. William C. “Bill” Moffitt, 88, of Franklin, died May 9, 2021. Debra Shoup Summerville,…
Pet of the Day 5/10/21
King is a good-natured boy who is very loyal. He is full of energy and will need someone with experience handling dogs. He is very…
Chimichurri Chickpea Salad
(Family Features) With spring and warmer weather comes salad season, offering a perfect canvas for creating refreshing meals and appetizers centered around tasty greens, juicy…
VFW Testifies Before Senate on Toxic Exposures
On Wednesday, the Senate Committee on Veterans’ Affairs held a hearing on pending legislation. VFW National Legislative Service Director Patrick Murray testified on the VFW’s…
Cyberattack on US pipeline is linked to criminal gang
NEW YORK (AP) — The cyberextortion attempt that has forced the shutdown of a vital U.S. pipeline was carried out by a criminal gang known…
Anderson solid, Pirates hold on, end Cubs’ 5-game win string
CHICAGO (AP) — Tyler Anderson pitched eight solid innings and the Pittsburgh Pirates held on in the ninth, beating the Cubs 6-5 Sunday and ending…
Vax Live concert raises $302 million, exceeds vaccine goal
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Global Citizen fundraising concert advocating the importance of vaccine equity has pulled in $302 million, exceeding the goal for the…
Recent Deaths 5/10/21
Kenneth N. Davis, 56, of Tionesta, died May 7, 2021. William “Bill” F. Zacherl, Sr., 71, of Shippenville, died May 6, 2021. James John Dutko,…
Man facing more than 800 counts related to animal cruelty
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer A Titusville man is facing 834 charges related to animal abuse after nearly 200 rabbits, chickens, quail and chinchillas were…
Website promoting OC building up and running
From staff reports A website and other online resources promoting 100 Seneca at Cornplanter Square are up and running. “The site highlights the former Oil…
String of satellites baffles residents, bugs astronomers
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — A string of lights that lobbed across the night sky in parts of the U.S. on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday had some…
Carter, Lagace help Penguins beat Sabres, clinch 1st in East
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Jeff Carter scored and Maxime Lagace stopped 29 shots for his first career shutout as the Pittsburgh Penguins beat the Buffalo Sabres…
Elon Musk shows humility and hubris as ‘SNL’ host
The Associated Press Elon Musk showed a combination of humility and hubris as he opened his highly anticipated hosting gig on “Saturday Night Live.” The…
YMCA scholarship fund established in memory of lawmaker McIlhattan
From staff reports A new scholarship has been created to help local youths attend the Scenic Rivers YMCA’s summer day camp. The Fred McIlhattan Camp…
Food aid continues for those in need
From staff reports The state departments of Education, Agriculture and Human Services have announced thousands of students and families in need will continue to receive…
Prospects dim for passage of LGBTQ rights bill in Senate
WASHINGTON (AP) — Controlling Congress and the White House for the first time in a decade, Democrats were hopeful that this would be the year…
Davies, Pederson lead Cubs over Pirates 3-2, 4th win in row
CHICAGO (AP) — Zach Davies allowed five hits in seven scoreless innings, Rex Brothers got his first save in eight years and the Chicago Cubs…
Angelina Jolie lets Taylor Sheridan drag her through hell
NEW YORK (AP) — Taylor Sheridan, initially brought on to rewrite the mountain thriller “Those Who Wish Me Dead,” gradually got more invested in the…
Recent Deaths 5/8/21
Sheila R. Boughner, 59, of Franklin, died May 5, 2021. Joyce “Peach” Bowie, of Oil City, died May 6, 2021. Thomas L. Callahan, 87, of…
Pet of the Day 5/7/21
Hi! My name is Tyah – but you can call me Ty! I am a one-year-old spayed female Lab/Pit Bull mix. I am a big…
Zucchini Oatmeal Muffins
(Family Features) From little ones learning the game to professional athletes pushing sports to new levels, nutrition impacts the ability to re-energize, stay hydrated, and…
Free food boxes available to OC school families
From staff reports Free food boxes will be given to families in the Oil City Area School District through a “Farmers to Families” program. The…
Drake Well offers free admission for those in military
From staff reports Drake Well Museum and Park will provide free admission to people who are serving in the U.S. military and their families as…
Sheriff: Girl shoots 3 at Idaho school; teacher disarms her
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — A sixth-grade girl brought a gun to her Idaho middle school, shot and wounded two students and a custodian and then…
Carter scores career-high 4 goals, Penguins blast Sabres 8-4
PITTSBURGH (AP) — In the final days of a 16th season that came in the form of a 56-game sprint and included a cross-country trade,…
Review: Jason Statham, Guy Ritchie reunite and have a blast
The Associated Press Jason Statham says very, very little in his new film. The English actor must have only needed to memorize about three pages…
Recent Deaths 5/7/21
Paul Raymond Adams, Sr., 90, died May 2, 2021. Merle E. Carr, 71 of Rimersburg, died May 5, 2021. For complete obituaries, pick up…
Pet of the Day 5/6/21
Hi! My name is Chewey! I am a 7-year-old neutered male Shepherd mix! I’m a big boy weighing 65 pounds! I love love love my…
Rattle Snake Pasta
(Family Features) From little ones learning the game to professional athletes pushing sports to new levels, nutrition impacts the ability to re-energize, stay hydrated, and…
OC police seeking man wanted in drug case
From staff reports Oil City police are looking for Zachary Luhellier, 27, of Oil City. Luhellier is wanted on charges stemming from an incident in…
Central students bike to school
From staff reports Students and staff members at Central Elementary School in Franklin observed National Bike to School Day despite some cloudy skies and the…
COVID’s US toll projected to drop sharply by the end of July
NEW YORK (AP) — Teams of experts are projecting COVID-19’s toll on the U.S. will fall sharply by the end of July, according to research…
Cronenworth, Padres beat Pirates 4-2 to win series
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Yu Darvish has been the bullpen’s best friend in his first season with the San Diego Padres. Although he gave up…
Review: A Black teen on trial in Netflix drama ‘Monster’
The Associated Press “Monster,” a courtroom drama starring Kelvin Harrison Jr., Jeffrey Wright, Jennifer Hudson, and Jennifer Ehle that’s premiering Friday on Netflix isn’t actually…
Recent Deaths 5/6/21
Glenn Allen Neiport, 71, of Shippenville, died May 4, 2021. Ronald J. “Ron” Klein, 63, of West Freedom, died May 4, 2021. B. Lavier Hummel…
Pet of the Day 5/5/21
Hi! My name is Abby! I am a 2-year-old hound mix! I am short in stature but still weigh a solid 58 pounds. I may…