US labs buckle amid testing surge; world virus cases top 15M
WASHINGTON (AP) — Laboratories across the U.S. are buckling under a surge of coronavirus tests, creating long processing delays that experts say are undercutting the…
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Pennsylvania won’t allow Blue Jays to play in Pittsburgh
TORONTO (AP) — The state of Pennsylvania won’t allow the Toronto Blue Jays to play at PNC Park in Pittsburgh amid the coronavirus pandemic, health…
Review: A Marie Curie biopic in ‘Radioactive’
The Associated Press It was dirty work, Marie and Pierre Curie’s discovery of radium and polonium. To investigate uranium at their Paris laboratory, Marie acquired…
Recent Deaths 7/23/20
Edward “Eddie Lee” Baker, 82, of Strattanville, died July 21, 2020. Donna Bell Dolby, 85, of Oil City, died July 21, 2020. Barbara Ann Exley,…
9 Ways to Become a Weather Expert
(StatePoint) Weather impacts a range of decisions we make throughout the day, from what to wear, whether to bring an umbrella, when to head out…
Fizzy Orange Pineapple Punch
(Culinary.net) Hardly anything beats a cold, refreshing drink on a hot day. This Fizzy Orange Pineapple Punch provides a chilling moment of relaxation with the…
Pet of the Day 7/22/20
Hello! My name is Adelaide! I love attention, but I don’t really like my head touched very much. I love to be held and cuddled,…
Oil City woman facing second set of drug charges
From staff reports An Oil City woman already accused of selling drugs to undercover buyers is facing additional drug-related charges after police searched her residence…
9 girls vying for Heritage queen
From staff reports Nine local students are candidates for the 2020 Oil Heritage Festival queen. The queen will be crowned at 7 p.m. Thursday in…
Powerful quake jolts Alaska towns, produces small tsunami
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — A powerful earthquake off Alaska’s southern coast jolted coastal communities late Tuesday, and some residents briefly scrambled for higher ground over…
A whole new look, for a whole new NBA game experience
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (AP) — There’s no bench. The courtside broadcasters will not be courtside. And the stat crew will be doing their work…
New Orleans musician offers kids trumpets for guns
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — A New Orleans trumpeter, vocalist and bandleader is offering kids trumpets in exchange for guns. Shamarr Allen started the project last…
Recent Deaths 7/22/20
Betty H. Brooks, 93, of Franklin, died July 20, 2020. Scott A. Evans, 64, formerly of Jackson Center, died July 19, 2020. Mildred “Millie” Viola…
Pet of the Day 7/21/20
Bella is a happy girl with lots of energy and love to give. She seems to get along well with other dogs. She still needs…
Asian Carne Asada Tacos
(Family Features) Combine the best of both worlds this summer with an ethnic favorite straight off the grill. These Asian Carne Asada Tacos require less…
2 get probation in connection with explosive device cases
From staff reports Two people who had been charged in relation to three explosive devices discovered in apartments in Franklin and Sugarcreek Borough in December…
Coats for Kids campaign underway
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer It may be sweltering outside, but two local fire departments are focusing their attention on warm winter coats. “We’re…
Federal agents, local streets: A ‘red flag’ in Oregon
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Federal officers’ actions at protests in Oregon’s largest city, hailed by President Donald Trump but done without local consent, are raising…
‘I always think about Cups’ – Rejuvenated Malkin leads Pens
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Evgeni Malkin is already thinking about the future, the one where the hockey star in the family isn’t the four-time All-Star forward…
Review: ‘Jeopardy!’ host Trebek searches for answers in book
LOS ANGELES (AP) — “The Answer Is … Reflections on My Life,” Alex Trebek (Simon & Schuster) Alex Trebek is the one providing the answers…
Recent Deaths 7/21/20
Donna Lee Myers, 66, of Strattanville, died July 20, 2020. For complete obituaries, pick up a copy of The Derrick for this day or…
Pet of the Day 7/20/20
Banks is a great guy! He likes to jump up and hug, loves to go outside and listens extremely well. He is very sweet and…
Pecan Banana Bread
(Family Features) Freshen up family dinners by adding new ingredients like pecans, with natural richness and subtle sweetness coupled with irresistible crunch. Kitchen staples are…
Erie VA Medical Center In Need of Donations
A list of items needed by veterans using the Erie VA was recently released. One of the most asked for items is gas cards. Some…
Clarion, Venango counties see virus cases subtracted
From staff reports The state Department of Health announced Clarion and Venango counties each had a confirmed case of COVID-19 subtracted from their respective cases…
Charity golf tournament that helps VC graduates adjusts to virus changes
From staff reports Organizers of an annual charity golf outing that provides scholarships to Venango Catholic High School students were forced to change their plans…
GOP leaders head to White House as virus crisis deepens
WASHINGTON (AP) — Top Republicans in Congress are expected to meet Monday with President Donald Trump at the White House on the next COVID-19 aid…
Penguins star Crosby misses practice with undisclosed issue
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pittsburgh Penguins star Sidney Crosby did not practice on Sunday, a day after leaving a team scrimmage with an undisclosed health issue….
Floating boat cinema coming to Pittsburgh, other cities
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, drive-in movies have been making a comeback — now a company says a floating cinema allowing people to…
Recent Deaths 7/20/20
Thomas J. Bolents, 71, of Clarion, died July 18, 2020. John Earl Smith, 84, of New Bethlehem, died July 17, 2020. David R. Walker, 74,…
Heritage fest moving ahead; events cut, music still on tap
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer The Oil Heritage Festival, an annual event celebrating the community and its storied history, is set for next week….
OC seeks input on what to do with CDBG money
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer The City of Oil City wants the public to add its input into how to spend $306,577 that is…
Fires set, fences moved: Police call Portland protest a riot
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Protesters broke into a building, set it on fire and started dumpster fires late Saturday night in Oregon’s largest city, police…
Dress rehearsal: MLB holds first COVID-era exhibitions
NEW YORK (AP) — Didi Gregorius watched over the top of his face mask as his drive off Washington ace Max Scherzer sailed into empty…
No county jobs lost in reorganizations
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer Venango County commissioners clarified Friday that no jobs were lost when the county reorganized multiple departments, leading to the elimination…
Organizers cancel Taste of Franklin
From staff reports Taste of Franklin organizers announced Friday the event has been canceled this year due to coronavirus concerns. Jessica Carroll, administrator of the…
Restaurants to fight back; sports teams want fans in stands
HARRISBURG (AP) — As Pennsylvania approached 100,000 confirmed cases of the coronavirus on Friday, restaurant and bar owners say they will fight back against Gov….
Musgrove in, Polanco and Kela likely out for Pirates
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Joe Musgrove is ready for opening day. Gregory Polanco and Keone Kela are decidedly not. Pittsburgh Pirates first-year manager Derek Shelton announced…
Queen makes Capt. Tom a knight at 100, no kneeling required
LONDON (AP) — In the end, Sir Tom didn’t need to rise. On a day infused with emotion, Queen Elizabeth II tapped the blade of…
Recent Deaths 7/18/20
Darlene Reidy Wiltanger, 77, died July 5, 2020. Marian June Ames died July 16, 2020. David Davis, 71, of Shippenville, formerly of Rimersburg, died July…
Pet of the Day 7/17/20
Gemma is a friendly little dog with a tail that always makes her look happy. She loved her grooming time this week and is always…
Easy Strawberry Shortcake
(Family Features) Enjoy your summer with fresh fruit like strawberries in this Easy Strawberry Shortcake recipe. Find more dessert recipes at Culinary.net. Easy Strawberry Shortcake…
OC police officer hurt in Route 8 crash
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer An Oil City police officer was injured and a city police cruiser totaled in a crash Wednesday morning involving the…
Festival fishing derby will have some new rules
From staff reports There will be some new rules and a slightly different look to the Oil City Izaak Walton League’s Oil Heritage Festival children’s…
Russia is hacking virus vaccine trials, US, UK, Canada say
WASHINGTON (AP) — Western governments on Thursday accused hackers believed to be part of Russian intelligence of trying to steal valuable private information about a…
As MLB 60-game season draws near, careful optimism prevails
The Associated Press With the start of Major League Baseball’s shortened season a week away, games in empty stadiums and strange extra-inning rules are on…
Diversity of LGBTQ characters in film declines, study finds
NEW YORK (AP) — Last year saw record representation of LGBTQ characters in the 118 films released by major studios, according to a new study…
Recent Deaths 7/17/20
Gerald R. “Jerry” Coull, 66, of Strattanville, died July 16, 2020. Mildred M. Dollhopf, 103, of Zelienople, died July 15, 2020. Helen Honorachia Jez Gibbons,…
Pet of the Day 7/16/20
Molly is a sweet senior girl in need of a loving home for the rest of her days with her sister Maggie. She is happy…
Yogurt Parfait
(Family Features) During a period when many families are spending more time at home than normal, eating healthier is likely a popular goal. One of…