Recent Deaths 7/5/19
Kenneth L. Ziegler, 81, of Oil City, died July 3, 2019. Constance Joan (Green) Ward, 81, of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, formerly of Franklin, died…
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Cranberry’s Fireworks Spectacular 2019
By HANNAH NIEDERRITER – Student Contributor Clear skies with a hint of humidity were present for the arrival of the 13th annual Fireworks Spectacular in…
Solo canoes and pack boats growing in popularity
As boats go they’re often overlooked, or at least have been in recent years, as evidenced by the ebb and flow of consumer wants and…
Hit and run
Public drunkenness
Pet of the day 7/3/19
Name: Edmond Breed: Domestic Medium Hair/ Mix Age: 2 months Gender: Male Size: Small Color: Black Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Edmond can be found at…
Southern Cheese Straws
Servings: 48 Start to finish: 1 hour, 5 minutes 8 ounces extra-sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (2 cups) 1 1/2 cups (7 1/2 ounces) all-purpose flour…
Sugarcreek police looking for man charged with rape
From staff reports Sugarcreek Borough police are searching for a man facing several charges, including the rape of a Sugarcreek girl. Police said they believe…
Petroleum Street bridge to be closed next week
From staff reports The Petroleum Street bridge in Oil City will be closed next week while repairs are made. The short-term closure of the bridge,…
Trump touts July 4 military ‘salute’; critics see politics
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump is marshalling tanks, bombers and other machinery of war for a Fourth of July celebration that traditionally is light…
Frazier stays hot, leads Pirates by listless Cubs 5-1
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pittsburgh Pirates manager Clint Hurdle didn’t need to check the analytics before writing down Adam Frazier’s name in the leadoff spot before…
Showtime’s Ailes series has modest start, but it’s early
NEW YORK (AP) — Intensely loyal viewers routinely make Fox News Channel the most-watched cable network each week. So how many people want to watch…
Recent Deaths 7/3/19
Cecil Clair Ward, Sr., 86, of Sandy Lake, died June 22, 2019. For complete obituaries, pick up a copy of The Derrick for this…
Wayne Twp. accident
Lost firearm
Pet of the day 7/2/19
Florida is a beautiful, female Pit Bull Terrier brought to the rescue as a stray. Florida has been a cooperative and friendly girl with all…
Get Grilling with Fresh Ingredients
(Family Features) Grilling season provides ample opportunities to put flavorful fare on the table, but it doesn’t have to be a lengthy cooking process. By…
Trimmer rescued after being stuck 70 feet up tree
From staff reports A tree trimmer escaped injury after he became stuck upside down in a tree in Kennerdell for several hours Monday morning. Tim…
Antlerless licenses to go on sale Monday
From staff reports Antlerless deer licenses will go on sale Monday for Pennsylvania residents. Hunters who wish to apply for an antlerless deer license must…
Work starts on West First Street
PennDOT flagger Greta Melton helps keep the traffic moving through the paving project along West First Street in Oil City on Monday. The crew expects…
Border Patrol head condemns agents’ offensive Facebook posts
CLINT, Texas (AP) — The head of the U.S. Border Patrol on Monday slammed as “completely inappropriate” sexually explicit posts about U.S. Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez…
Bell mashes 3 home runs, Pirates thrash Cubs 18-5
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Josh Bell isn’t worried about the Home Run Derby messing with the considerable mojo he’s built during his breakout season. Quite the…
‘Golden Girls’ appears to get better with pop culture age
The Associated Press Alexandra Wilkinson was only 2 months old when “The Golden Girls” ended its television run in 1992. But she became a fan…
Recent Deaths 7/2/19
Sarah Elizabeth “Bess” Risinger, 83, formerly of Miola, died June 30, 2019. Clair L. “Amy” Blair, 78, of Clintonville, died June 30, 2019. Elizabeth Jean…
Blue Water Navy Act Now Law
The president signed the VFW-championed Blue Water Navy Vietnam Veterans Act of 2019 into law last Tuesday evening. It now restores VA benefits to thousands…
Pet of the day 7/1/19
Lenny is a sweet male kitten. He is current on vaccines and will be neutered. Lenny can be found at Tri-County Animal Rescue Center.
Turkey Meatball Gyros
Makes 4 servings 1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs 1 egg 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1 pound lean ground turkey…
Girl reported missing after visiting outlet mall
From staff reports Mercer state police said a teenage girl went missing at the Grove City Outlet Mall Saturday afternoon. A Children and Youth Services…
Iran says it has breached stockpile limit under nuclear deal
TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — Iran acknowledged Monday it had broken the limit set on its stockpile of low-enriched uranium by the 2015 nuclear deal, marking…
Brewers slip past Pirates 2-1 on Thames’ homer in 8th
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Eric Thames is figuring out how to excel as a part-time player. Thames homered leading off the eighth inning to lead the…
‘Toy Story 4’ repeats at No. 1 over ‘Annabelle,’ ‘Yesterday’
LOS ANGELES (AP) — “Toy Story 4” hung onto the top spot in its second week in theaters and the horror sequel “Annabelle Comes Home”…
Recent Deaths 7/1/19
Francis M. “Bill” Heckethorn, Jr., 77, of Emlenton, died June 28, 2019. Mary Lou Zeitler died April 4, 2019. John C. Baum, 68, of Richland…
Venango leaders make pitch for recycling center
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer Venango County officials made their pitch to locate a new county-wide recycling center in part of the former Sears…
Fundraiser set up for boy hurt in bike crash
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer A fundraiser set up on Facebook to help the family of an 11-year-old Oil City boy who was injured Sunday…
Schumer: ATF should investigate Dominican Republic deaths
NEW YORK (AP) — The Senate’s top Democrat called on the U.S. government Sunday to step up its efforts to investigate the deaths of Americans…
Woodruff wins 10th as Thames, Brewers beat Pirates 3-1
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Brandon Woodruff said he hasn’t thought much about the possibility of playing in his first All-Star Game. The Milwaukee Brewers right-hander may…
Big music fest abruptly ended over security, fraud suspicion
BRUSSELS (AP) — A music festival in Belgium featuring major stars like rapper Cardi B came to a chaotic end before it had even started….
Rotary replaces welcome signs
Oil City Rotary Club members replaced three welcome signs that are posted along roadways entering Oil City. The club, which will celebrate its 100th year…
Oil City pool party set Sunday
From staff reports The South Side Neighborhood Association will hold its annual Oil City Community Kids’ Pool Blast from 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday at…
Truce in US-China trade war as 2 rivals seek breakthrough
OSAKA, Japan (AP) — President Donald Trump and China’s Xi Jinping agreed to a cease-fire Saturday in their nations’ yearlong trade war, averting for now…
Newman homers, Pirates rally late to beat Brewers 3-2
MILWAUKEE (AP) — After back-to-back wins in which the Pittsburgh Pirates scored in double digits, they had to scratch out a victory against the Milwaukee…
All backgrounds bet on becoming World Series of Poker champ
The Associated Press Tens of thousands of professional and amateur poker players go on a pilgrimage to Las Vegas every summer in hopes of returning…
Invasion of privacy
Recent Deaths 6/29/19
Joseph P. Stahlman, 63, of Clarion, died June 27, 2019. Vincent A. Hoffman, 100, of Franklin, died June 27, 2019. Barbara Jane Hanna Cochran Hess,…
The Last Weekend: Part One
By HUNTER REDFIELD – Student Contributor It was a weekend we had been waiting for since the year prior when our days were spent trekking…
Pet of the day 6/28/19
Kirby is a 1 year old, male, Beagle/Dachshund mix surrendered to the rescue when he and the elderly dog in the home were not getting…
A Homemade Grilled Meal
(Family Features) Bringing over family and friends for a backyard barbecue is a classic way to show appreciation to loved ones. Celebrate the summer by…
Erie bishop Persico featured in national publication
From staff reports The Most Rev. Lawrence T. Persico, bishop of the Erie Catholic Diocese, is featured on the cover of the summer 2019 edition…
Senior citizens can register for free food box program
From staff reports Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest Pennsylvania is offering a free food box program for residents age 60 and older in the…
Atlantic Avenue project will start soon
From staff reports A project to repave Atlantic Avenue in Franklin will start next month. The project will include the full length of Atlantic Avenue…