Make Family Meals Matter
(Family Features) For busy families, finding time to eat together isn’t always easy, but coming together around the dinner table regularly isn’t just about keeping…
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OC woman facing aggravated assault, other charges
From staff reports An Oil City woman is facing charges that accuse her of trying to bite a state trooper who was attempting to arrest…
Allegheny River cleanup set Aug. 24
From staff reports The Allegheny Valley Conservancy will hold its annual Allegheny River cleanup Saturday, Aug. 24, from the Kibbe Island launch at 1400 Stewart…
Philadelphia gunman identified after hourslong standoff
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — An hourslong standoff where a gunman shot at police, wounding six of them, as he was barricaded inside a Philadelphia home somehow…
Pirates’ Taillon has elbow surgery, will miss 2020 season
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Fresh off his first full season in the majors, Jameson Taillon seemed to be on the brink of big things for the…
Review: Tweens invade the raunchy teen comedy in ‘Good Boys’
The Associated Press The 12-year-old protagonists of “Good Boys” have mastered the use of lingo like “lit” and “burn,” but they are foggier on just…
Recent Deaths 8/15/19
Brian Donaldson, 49, formerly of Franklin, died Aug. 5, 2019. LeRoy Alan Winans, 69, of Emlenton, formerly of Titusville, died Aug. 13, 2019. Yvonne “Vonnie”…
What to do if your dog gets bitten by a snake on a hike
It’s been the summer of the snake for one man. We met a couple of weeks ago, via a business transaction. We got to talking…
Suspect taken into custody
Mineral Twp. accident
Franklin criminal trespass
Pet of the day 8/14/19
Bullet is a 2 year old, male, Black Mouth Cur/Redbone Coonhound mix surrendered to the rescue when his owner lost their home. He reportedly lived…
A Savory, Crowd-Pleasing Breakfast
(Culinary.net) When you need a breakfast to feed a large group, this Biscuit-Sausage Mushroom Casserole is a perfect option. The savory aromas of sausage and…
Franklin board hears pitch for junior high baseball team
By SARAH TITLEY Staff writer Franklin School Board members were thrown a pitch Monday by an assistant high school baseball coach. The question on the…
Community Blood Bank has critical shortage
From staff reports Community Blood Bank, the exclusive blood provider to UPMC Northwest, is currently in a critical blood shortage. The CBB has a less-than-one-day…
Treasury yields invert, warning of possible recession
NEW YORK (AP) — An economic alarm bell has sounded in the U.S., sending warnings of a possible recession ahead. Yields on 2-year and 10-year…
Bell’s HR, 3 RBIs help Pirates take down Angels 10-7
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Pittsburgh Pirates slugger Josh Bell has pulled himself out of a recent slump with some extra film study and a return…
Review: In ‘Blinded by the Light,’ growing up with the Boss
The Associated Press After starring roles for Freddie Mercury (“Bohemian Rhapsody”), Elton John (“Rocketman”) and the Beatles (“Yesterday”), it’s Bruce Springsteen’s turn to join the…
Recent Deaths 8/14/19
Deborah Dowling, 62, of Titusville, died Aug. 12, 2019. Elizabeth J. Slater, 90, of Franklin, died Aug. 11, 2019. For complete obituaries, pick up…
Allegheny Blvd. arrest
DUI
Fall March For Veteran Suicide Prevention/Awareness
There will be a walk for veterans at 9:30 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 17, at the John Krol VFW Post 6773, 23 E. High St., in…
Pet of the day 8/13/19
Name: Ethel Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 3 months Gender: Female Size: Small Color: Orange/ White Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Ethel can be found at…
A Classic Staple for Family Meals
(Family Features) Every day seems to bring a new food trend, and while it can be tempting to go all-in on the latest craze to…
PennDOT honors 2 employees who helped man trapped under tractor
From staff reports The Northwest Region of the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation recognized two employees for assisting a man trapped under a tractor. Summer interns…
Cranberry Township family picnic day set Saturday
From staff reports The Parks and Recreation Committee of Cranberry Township will hold a family picnic day from 4 to 6 p.m. Saturday at Morrison…
UN probing 35 North Korean cyberattacks in 17 countries
UNITED NATIONS (AP) — U.N. experts say they are investigating at least 35 instances in 17 countries of North Koreans using cyberattacks to illegally raise…
Keller wins as Pirates snap 8-game skid, beat Angels 10-2
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Mitch Keller was barely a teenager when a hotshot outfielder from downstate New Jersey joined his hometown Cedar Rapids Kernels. Keller…
Lil Nas X’s viral song sets more records on Billboard charts
NEW YORK (AP) — Lil Nas X is galloping his way to two new records on the Billboard charts thanks to the massive success of…
Recent Deaths 8/13/19
Elizabeth J. Slater, 90, of Franklin, died Aug. 11, 2019. William “Bill” Lloyd Anthony, 69, of Pleasantville, died Aug. 9, 2019. Marge Nelson, 75, of…
Renaissance Fair Revelry
By HANNAH NIEDERRITER – Student contributor Renaissance fairs, events combining elements of fantasy, history, and science fiction, are a wonderful summer and/or early fall day trip….
Pet of the day 8/12/19
Name: German Shepherd Mix Age: 10 years Gender: Male Size: Medium Color: Brown/ Black Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Shep can be found at Venango County…
Simple, Family-Friendly Solutions
(Family Features) During the hustle and bustle of a busy school week, juggling after-school activities, homework, dinners and next day lunch prep can be exhausting….
Mother, son killed in Crawford County double homicide
From staff reports Meadville state police are investigating what they are considering a double homicide that occurred between 6:50 and 10 p.m. Saturday at a…
Wings and Wheels attracts big crowd
From staff reports The annual Wings and Wheels cruise-in drew thousands of automobile and aviation enthusiasts to Venango Regional Airport in Franklin on Saturday. Hundreds…
5 children killed in fire at Erie day care center
ERIE (AP) — A day care center where children could stay overnight as their parents worked was ravaged Sunday by a fire that killed five…
Thomas’ slam leads Cardinals to comeback win over Pirates
ST. LOUIS (AP) — In the big leagues primarily as a defensive replacement, Cardinals rookie outfielder Lane Thomas pounced with a chance to flex his…
‘Hobbs & Shaw’ repeats at No. 1 against slew of newcomers
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Audiences helped the “Fast & Furious” spinoff “Hobbs & Shaw” take another lap at No. 1 even with an onslaught of…
Recent Deaths 8/12/19
Charles A. Fesenmyer, 93, of Venus, died Aug. 10, 2019. Ruby K. Ruffner, 86, of Rimersburg, died Aug. 10, 2019. Sharyn K. Bashline, 58, of…
Police: Scam calls getting more sophisticated
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer Franklin state police aren’t sure how a reported telephone scam that an elderly Seneca couple fell victim to works. The…
Report: $3.1M in work over 10 years possible at St. Stephen
By ROSEMARY FIELDING Staff writer Parishioners at St. Stephen and St. Joseph churches in Oil City who were still digesting the news of the proposed…
Epstein dies in the dark, but abuse investigation carries on
NEW YORK (AP) — Jeffrey Epstein died of an apparent suicide in his jail cell, now prompting an additional federal investigation into his death along…
Wainwright overcomes 1st-pitch HR, leads Cards over Pirates
ST. LOUIS (AP) — Adam Wainwright got off to a rocky start when his first pitch sailed over the right field wall. The rest of…
No chaos this time as Woodstock concert site preps for 50th
BETHEL, N.Y. (AP) — Woodstock will be celebrated on its 50th anniversary, but it won’t be your hippie uncle’s trample-the-fences concert. While plans for a big…
Experts hope to keep spotted lanternflies away from region
From staff reports Travelers to eastern Pennsylvania should be on the lookout for spotted lanternflies that might just hitch a ride on their vehicle. Spotted…
Plans being made for Pink Splash in Franklin
From staff reports Final plans are being made for the annual Pink Splash for the Cure set for 5:30 p.m. Oct. 1 at Fountain Park…
Armed man at Walmart says he was testing right to bear arms
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (AP) — Prosecutors on Friday filed a terrorist threat charge against a 20-year-old man who said he walked into a Missouri store wearing…
Dobbs, Rudolph lead Steelers to 30-28 win against Bucs
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The battle is on for the backup quarterback spot in Pittsburgh. Josh Dobbs and Mason Rudolph led the offense on four scoring…
Walmart pulls violent game displays but will still sell guns
NEW YORK (AP) — Walmart has ordered workers to remove video game signs and displays that depict violence from stores nationwide after 22 people died…
Recent Deaths 8/10/19
William C. Becker, 86, of Oil City, died Aug. 6, 2019. Kyle E. Snell, 53, of Oil City, formerly of West Hickory, died Aug. 7,…