Portland police declare riot, push protesters from building
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — A riot was declared in Oregon’s biggest city as protesters demonstrated outside a law enforcement building early Sunday, continuing a nightly…
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Reds player tests positive, 2 games with Pirates postponed
CINCINNATI (AP) — The Cincinnati Reds became the third Major League Baseball team to have games called off because one of its players tested positive…
Reds player tests positive, 2 games with Pirates postponed
CINCINNATI (AP) — The Cincinnati Reds became the third Major League Baseball team to have games called off because one of its players tested positive…
Coronavirus upends conventions, changes TV coverage
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Democratic and Republican conventions will lack for crowds but not television coverage. The standard political gatherings that were to unfold…
Recent Deaths 8/15/20
Frank Conrad “Buzz” Adelsperger, 84, of Seneca, died Aug. 13, 2020. Lon D. McCall, 71, of Utica, died Aug. 14, 2020. Rose Marie Serge Nesbitt,…
Post Office warns states across US about mail voting
WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. Postal Service is warning states coast to coast that it cannot guarantee all ballots cast by mail for the November…
Gray fans 10, Winker homers twice as Reds beat Pirates 8-1
CINCINNATI (AP) — Jesse Winker had his first career two homer game and Sonny Gray continued his torrid strikeout pace as the Cincinnati Reds broke…
More than 700 fans expected to attend pared-down Elvis vigil
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — More than 700 fans of Elvis Presley have reserved spots to attend the candlelight vigil marking the anniversary of rock ’n’…
Franklin crash
Pet of the Day 8/14/20
Clyde is a handsome boy in search of a loving forever home. He is full of energy but will happily stop playing for a good…
Shrimp Scampi
(Family Features) Find more at-home seafood solutions at aquastar.com. Shrimp Scampi Cook time: 20 minutes Servings: 4 8 ounces pasta linguine 2 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons…
Cranberry supervisors will seek virus funds for internet upgrades
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer At the urging of a resident, Cranberry Township supervisors said Thursday they will press the county commissioners to tap…
Requests to use OC facilities get OK after virus concerns discussed
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Staff writer Concerns about coronavirus-related health directives as well as risks split the vote among Oil City Council members Thursday as…
UAE and Israel to establish full diplomatic ties
JERUSALEM (AP) — Israel and the United Arab Emirates announced Thursday they are establishing full diplomatic relations in a U.S.-brokered deal that required Israel to…
Pirates connect 3 times off DeSclafani, roll 9-6 over Reds
CINCINNATI (AP) — Adam Frazier hit the first of three homers off Anthony DeSclafani, who hasn’t beaten Pittsburgh in his last seven tries, and the…
Review: Netflix’s ‘Project Power’ flexes its muscles nicely
The Associated Press Imagine taking a little pill that could make you strong and vibrant, one that basically unlocks your yearning potential. No, not that…
Recent Deaths 8/14/20
Donna Jean Gray, 87, of Fairmount City, died Aug. 12, 2020. Verna L. Hoffman, 77, died Aug. 13, 2020. Cheryl L. Lake, 74, of Rocky…
Pumpkin Walnut Sage Risotto
(Family Features) While this autumn season will likely look different than years past, wholesome meals celebrating fall flavors provide something to look forward to. Eating…
Pet of the Day 8/13/20
Anya is on the shyer side of cats. She is very quiet and very sweet once she gets comfortable. She came into us as a…
Seneca man wanted in burglary arrested after search in Oil City
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer A Seneca man who was wanted by police in connection with a burglary last month in Oil City was captured…
Conservancy will hold river clean-up
From staff reports The Allegheny Valley Conservancy is planning its annual Allegheny River clean-up project and is looking for volunteers to help. The conservancy and…
For Americans waiting on virus aid, no new relief in sight
WASHINGTON (AP) — Americans counting on emergency coronavirus aid from Washington may have to wait until fall. Negotiations over a new virus relief package have…
Penguins fire 3 assistants following quick playoff exit
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Penguins had a specific vision last summer when they examined the rubble of a first-round sweep at the hands of…
Review: A teenage political experiment in ‘Boys State’
The Associated Press Teenage political junkies at a leadership conference doesn’t seem like the most riveting subject matter for a documentary. As a product of…
Recent Deaths 8/13/20
Rita Marie Winkler, 57, of Cincinnati, Ohio, formerly of Emlenton, died Aug. 10, 2020. Paul Edward Wittreich, of Franklin, died Aug. 12, 2020. For…
Burglary
Pet of the Day 8/12/20
Joker is a happy high energy boy. He came in with a buddy but he doesn’t seem to like other dogs very well. We love…
Pumpkin Seed Crusted Salmon
(Family Features) With more time spent in the kitchen, people are increasingly looking to different ingredients for inspiration. That includes seafood – sales of canned…
Venango, Clarion add to virus totals
From staff reports The state Department of Health on Tuesday announced Venango County reported one additional confirmed COVID-19 case and Clarion County reported one new…
Zonta plans second COVID CARES collection Saturday
From staff reports The Oil City-Franklin Zonta Club will hold a second collection of materials for its COVID CARES kits from 10 a.m. to 2…
Worldwide virus cases top 20 million, doubling in six weeks
The Associated Press It took six months for the world to reach 10 million confirmed cases of the coronavirus. It took just over six weeks…
Big Ten, Pac-12 pull plug on fall football amid pandemic
The Associated Press A crumbling college football season took a massive hit Tuesday when the Big Ten and Pac-12, two historic and powerful conferences, succumbed…
The Weeknd, Roddy Ricch, Maluma, CNCO to perform at MTV VMAs
NEW YORK (AP) — Chart-topping Grammy winners The Weeknd and Roddy Ricch are set to perform at the 2020 MTV Video Music Awards this month….
Recent Deaths 8/12/20
Naomi Laurie Burris, 87, of Cranberry, died Aug. 11, 2020. Audrey Kathryn (Huff) Henderson, 85, of Southern Pines, North Carolina, formerly of Florida, and Pennsylvania,…
Green Chili Jack Smash Burgers
(Family Features) According to the “Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior,” studies have proven that eating meals together as a family can improve communication and…
Pet of the Day 8/11/20
Sophie is a darling mature adult dog. She loves attention and may need a refresher on house training. Sophie seems okay with other dogs but…
OC man charged for having deceased man’s documents
From staff reports An Oil City man is facing charges after he was found in possession of identifying documents belonging to a recently deceased man….
Gallery team planning more programming
From staff reports The Transit Arts Gallery and Gifts shop on Seneca Street in Oil City has launched its transformation as a member-based organization with…
Global coronavirus cases top 20M as Russia OKs vaccine
ROME (AP) — The number of confirmed coronavirus cases worldwide topped 20 million, more than half of them from the United States, India and Brazil,…
End of the line? DeCastro, Steelers try to keep window open
PITTSBURGH (AP) — David DeCastro understands he’s running out of time. So are most of the other members on what’s been one of the NFL’s…
Money offered for info on former ‘Tiger King’ star’s husband
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — The family of a Florida man who disappeared in 1997 and who appeared on the hit TV series “Tiger King,”…
Recent Deaths 8/11/20
Thelma B. Gilmore, 90, of Oil City, died Aug. 9, 2020. Leonard Joseph Goughler, 75, of Tionesta, formerly of Rimersburg, died Aug. 10, 2020. Jeffrey…
Chopped Salad with Grapes and Chickpeas
(Family Features) Warm weather and a cool, crisp meal is an almost perfect combination for enjoying some time outdoors. When your dish is as nutritious…
Pet of the Day 8/10/20
Nova came to us under weight and is now looking good and searching for her forever home. She is such a sweet girl. She knows…
Senate Passes Veteran Mental Health Legislation
On Wednesday, the Senate passed VFW-supported S. 785, the Commander John Scott Hannon Veterans Mental Health Care Improvement Act of 2019, which would support VA…
Valley Grove students can still register
From staff reports Students in Valley Grove School District who still need to register for the upcoming school year will be able to do so…
Grand champion steer
Coltin Cross, 12, of Rockland, won the grand champion title with his market steer at the Venango County Round-Up. Coltin’s parents, Matt and Taresa Cross,…
States on hook for billions under Trump’s unemployment plan
FALLS CHURCH, Va. (AP) — Whether President Donald Trump has the constitutional authority to extend federal unemployment benefits by executive order remains unclear. Equally up…
Entire Pirates-Cards 3-game series postponed over virus woes
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The entire three-game series between the Pittsburgh Pirates and St. Louis that was set to begin Monday night at Busch Stadium has…
Simon Cowell has surgery for broken back after bike accident
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Simon Cowell underwent surgery to repair a broken back, the result of an electric bicycle accident, and was recovering at a…