Night work starting on Eighth Street bridge
From staff reports Nighttime roadwork is scheduled for the Eighth Street bridge in Franklin starting today. Crews will be working on the bridge from 6…
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OxyContin maker negotiating settlement worth a reported $12B
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Purdue Pharma and the thousands of state and local governments suing the maker of OxyContin over the nation’s deadly opioid crisis…
Hoskins muffs easy catch in 9th, Phils fall to Pirates 5-4
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Rhys Hoskins botched an easy catch that cost the Phillies a game and gave their fed-up fans a reason to really boo…
Fall Movie Preview: Hollywood goes all-in on original films
NEW YORK (AP) — When 20th Century Fox greenlit James Mangold’s “Ford v. Ferrari” — an original movie with a nearly $100 million budget —…
Recent Deaths 8/28/19
Beverly Ann Morton, 70, of Franklin, died Aug. 23, 2019. Mary C. Morris, 91, died Aug. 23, 2019. Hazel A. Phillips Samuelson, 96, of Clarion,…
Mercer Road accident
Pet of the day 8/27/19
Name: Ruby Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 4 months Gender: Female Size: Small Color: White/ Black Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Ruby can be found at…
A Quick School Night Meal
(Culinary.net) Dinner ideas for busy school nights can be such a chore. Don’t fret, this recipe for Cheeseburger Turnovers is easy enough the kids can…
Thompson in OC for briefing
Ex-diplomats urge Trump to pressure Poland on rule of law
WARSAW, Poland (AP) — Dozens of former Polish ambassadors are telling President Donald Trump that Poland’s democracy is at risk and urging him to pressure…
Phils rally to beat Bucs
PHILADELPHIA (AP) – Sean Rodriguez lined a home run leading off the bottom of the 11th inning to give the Philadelphia Phillies a 6-5 victory…
At MTV VMAs, Lizzo, Taylor Swift, Latin pop and Missy Elliott dominate, as diversity rules
Taylor Swift, Lil Nas X, Billie Eilish and Missy Elliott were the big winners at the 2019 MTV Video Music Awards, which aired from the…
Recent Deaths 8/27/19
Richard “Rick” Ray Smith of Vowinckel, age 53, went to be with the Lord Sunday, Aug. 25, 2019. Hazel A. Samuelson, 96, of Clarion, passed…
Walmart theft
Pet of the day 8/26/19
Megan was found wandering loose as a stray and sadly has gone unclaimed. She appears to be a young adult Jack Russell mix, perhaps with…
A Flavorful Family Meal
(Family Features) If your family struggles to make meal time happen, try creating kid-friendly recipes that bring everyone together at the table. For example, these…
Our Best Memories of Summer Collection
(Editor’s note: This is the final summer submission by Cranberry High School students for the Cranberry Chronicles blog. Look for more from the school’s journalism…
Many ‘things’ to lend
In addition to lending books, magazines, manuals, movies and other audio/visual and printed products, libraries can lend surprising things. A Wi-Fi hotspot can be checked…
Trump to Little League champs: ‘See you at the White House!’
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump is applauding the Louisiana team that claimed its first Little League World Series title, tweeting: “Congratulations to Louisiana’s Champions….
Bucs finish sweep of Reds
PITTSBURGH (AP) – Trevor Bauer had another rocky outing for Cincinnati, allowing eight runs in three innings as the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Reds 9-8…
Dave Chappelle hosts concert to honor Ohio shooting victims
DAYTON, Ohio (AP) — Thousands turned out to a benefit hosted by comedian Dace Chappelle that honored victims of a mass shooting in Ohio. News…
Recent deaths 8/26/19
Amanda Sue Orr, 31, a resident of Sugarcreek Drive, Franklin, was pronounced dead at 4:29 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 22, 2019. Anson Carl Small, 86, of…
Rally planned to save Polk Center
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer Organizations, political figures and local residents have joined together to schedule a rally to save Polk Center. The rally,…
Lots of scams out there, but many obvious signs
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer Franklin state police say they continue to field frequent calls from people reporting telephone scams. In fact, one dispatcher told…
Brazilian troops begin deploying to fight Amazon fires
RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — Backed by military aircraft, Brazilian troops on Saturday were deploying in the Amazon to fight fires that have swept the…
Bell tops 100 RBIs, Pirates cruise past Reds 14-0
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Josh Bell isn’t done. That was the defining message from the All-Star first baseman after he topped 100 RBIs for the first…
Disney teases ‘Star Wars,’ ‘Frozen 2,’ more at convention
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — At the Walt Disney Company’s biannual D23 convention, a faint image of the “Star Wars” character Emperor Palpatine in the background…
Pair accused of stealing truck, breaking into campsite
From staff reports A man and woman are facing charges for stealing a truck and breaking into a campsite in President Township. Franklin state police…
Claims event set at VA outpatient clinic
From staff reports The Pittsburgh regional office of the Department of Veterans Affairs will hold a claims clinic from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday,…
G-7 summit in France a test of unity among world leaders
BIARRITZ, France (AP) — Efforts to salvage consensus among the G-7 rich democracies frayed Saturday in the face of U.S. President Donald Trump’s unpredictable America-first…
Pirates rally past Reds in 9th for 3-2 win
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pablo Reyes plays baseball with an unabashed joy, something in short supply these days for the Pittsburgh Pirates. For one brief moment…
Disney Legends honor prompts Robert Downey Jr. pot story
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Robert Downey Jr. says he had a wild Disneyland ride in his younger days. The “Iron Man” and “Avengers: Endgame” star,…
Recent Deaths 8/24/19
Gayle Marie Dockery Faller, 98, formerly of Oil City, died Aug. 21, 2019. Shirley Marie Snyder McDaniel, 89, of Cranberry, died Aug. 23, 2019. Donna…
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Pet of the day 8/23/19
Name: Ricky Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 3 months Gender: Male Size: Small Color: Orange/ White Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Ricky can be found at…
Back-to-School Food Fit for the Family
(Family Features) As parents and kids navigate back-to-school routines and extracurricular activities, making healthy food choices is essential to keep everyone energized and engaged. When…
Cranberry supervisors hear 2 inquiries related to flooding
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer Cranberry Township supervisors considered two inquiries related to the devastating July 19 flood along Deep Hollow Road and Riverside…
McElhattan grant boosts prevention program
From staff reports Allegheny Health Network is kicking off a trauma and injury prevention program in Venango and Clarion counties thanks to a $61,000 grant…
Global worry over Amazon fires escalates; Bolsonaro defiant
RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — Amid global concern about raging fires in the Amazon, Brazil’s government complained Thursday that it is being targeted in smear…
Scherzer goes 4 innings in return, Nationals top Pirates 7-1
PITTSBURGH (AP) — To Max Scherzer, a short outing was totally OK. “I can’t get hurt again,” the Washington Nationals ace said. “That’s just the…
Fans choose sides in the ‘Chicken Sandwich War’ of our time
NEW YORK (AP) — A nation already polarized finds itself divided once again, but this time politics isn’t at the heart of it: The blame…
Recent Deaths 8/23/19
Donna R. Urey, 67, of Oil City, died Aug. 22, 2019. Dorothy Marie Kissinger, 94, of Titusville, died Aug. 21, 2019. Elizabeth “Betsy” Burns Townsend,…
Cranberry Twp. accident
Pet of the day 8/22/19
Name: Hobbs Breed: Terrier, American Pit Bull mix Gender: Male Size: Medium Color: Brown/ White Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Hobbs can be found at Venango…
Lasagna With Broccoli and Three Cheeses
Serves 4 1 15-ounce container ricotta 1 pound frozen broccoli florets – thawed, patted dry, and chopped 21/4 cups grated mozzarella 1/2 cup grated Parmesan…
Clintonville man died in power plant accident
From staff reports A Clintonville man has been identified as the Scrubgrass Power Plant employee who died in an accident Tuesday at the plant. Thomas…
Police urge caution on road as school year starts
From staff reports Pennsylvania state police are reminding motorists to slow down and use extra caution while driving now that the new school year is…
Transition plan for Polk residents would be carried out over 7 steps
By SARAH TITLEY Staff writer A packet handed out at a parents and caregivers meeting Tuesday at Polk Center outlined the Pennsylvania Department of Human…
Planned Parenthood sees swift fallout from quitting program
SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — Planned Parenthood clinics in several states are charging new fees, tapping into financial reserves, intensifying fundraising and warning of more…
Corbin pitches 8 scoreless, Nationals beat Pirates 11-1
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Patrick Corbin gave the Nationals another stellar outing in his first season in Washington. Corbin, signed to a six-year, $140 million deal…