Recent Deaths 12/10/18
Paul H. Towner, 88, formerly of Enola, passed away Saturday, Dec. 8, 2018. Helen M. Hagan, 89, of Hagantown, near Parker, went home to be…
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Children skate on a temporary ice rink in the Gouwe Kerk church, a Gothic Revival church built between 1902 and 1904 in the center of…
Oil City budget gets tentative OK from council
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer Oil City Council gave its tentative stamp of approval to the city’s 2019 budget package at a meeting Thursday,…
Swath of South faces wintry mess: Snow, sleet, freezing rain
CHARLOTTE, North Carolina (AP) — A storm spreading snow, sleet and freezing rain across a wide swath of the South has millions of people in…
Dzingel scores in overtime, Senators beat Penguins 2-1
OTTAWA, Ontario (AP) — The Ottawa Senators were ready for their 4-on-3 power play in overtime against the Pittsburgh Penguins. Ryan Dzingel scored with the…
Cardi B, Pharrell, Kanye draw crowds during Art Basel Miami
MIAMI BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Royalty, Real Housewives and the fathers of two Kardashian babies were among the celebs that fanned out across Miami for…
Theft by deception
Icy road causes crash
Review: Film puts a modern spin on ‘Mary, Queen of Scots’
By LINDSEY BAHR, AP Film Writer “Mary, Queen of Scots ” is an ambitious re-imagining of the Mary Stuart and Elizabeth I saga with modern…
Meadville shooting suspect in custody, another still at large
From staff reports One of the suspects in a shooting that left a man critically wounded in Meadville on Thursday morning is in custody, according…
Franklin leaf pick-ups continue next week
From staff reports The City of Franklin street department will pick up leaves with its vacuum machines next week, weather permitting, in the following areas:…
Franklin Sheetz renovations due to be done next week
By SARAH TITLEY Staff writer Completion of renovations at the Sheetz on Liberty Street in Franklin are scheduled to be completed on time, according to…
Rap concert stampede in Italy leaves 6 dead, over 50 hurt
CORINALDO, Italy (AP) — A stampede at a rap concert in an overcrowded Italian disco killed five teenagers early Saturday along with a woman who…
With Kevin Hart’s downfall, hosting the Oscars got harder
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The “most thankless job in town” just got even more difficult. The Oscars have a longstanding host problem, but Kevin Hart’s…
Recent Deaths 12/8/18
Ruben Graff Edmonds, 81, of Crates, died Dec. 6, 2018. Donald Larry Winger, 71, formerly of Clarion, died Dec. 7, 2018. Richard J. Barr, 77,…
Indecent Assault
Review: Julia Roberts is unforgettable in ‘Ben is Back’
By JOCELYN NOVECK, AP National Writer In one of Julia Roberts’ many heartbreaking scenes in “Ben is Back” — and they’re pretty much all heartbreaking…
Pet of the day 12/7/18
Kingsley is a male older kitten. He is friendly and playful. He needs to go for his wellness exam and get his vaccines before he…
Roasted Brussels sprouts
Servings: 6-8 Start to finish: 40 minutes 2 1/4 pounds Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon water Salt and…
Family-owned specialty shop opens in Franklin
A new family-owned business that specializes in selling antiques, furniture, home decor and artificial flower arrangements among its unique goods has opened in Franklin. Downtown…
Solid US jobs report expected amid sharp market volatility
WASHINGTON (AP) — Friday’s jobs report for November is expected to point to a solid economy for most Americans, with steady hiring, a low unemployment…
Kessel, Letang score two goals each in Penguins’ 6-2 win
PITTSBURGH (AP) – Kris Letang and Phil Kessel each scored twice, and the Pittsburgh Penguins beat the New York Islanders 6-2 on Thursday night. Kessel…
After a year full of tears, Ariana Grande comes out on top
NEW YORK (AP) — Ariana Grande capped off a successful year as a pop star — but a trying one as a maturing young woman…
Recent Deaths 12/7/18
David “Dave” G. Aaron, Sr., 77, of Clarion, died Dec. 5, 2018. Larry D. Solinger, of Melcroft, died Dec. 5, 2018. Linda Hartman, 67, of…
State to give away anti-overdose drug naloxone next week
HARRISBURG (AP) — Pennsylvania is expanding efforts to make the anti-overdose medication naloxone available to the public with a statewide distribution day next week. Officials…
Tribute held for minorities who were victims of violence
The Clarion Call report Clarion University On Thursday, Nov. 29, at 5 p.m., a candlelight tribute was held for minorities who were victims of violence….
Pet of the day 12/6/18
Penelope is a female kitten. She is current on vaccines and will be spayed. Penelope can be found at Tri-County Animal Rescue Center.
Cranberry-apple crisp
Servings: 8 Start to finish: 1 hour 30 minutes Topping: 3/4 cup (3 3/4 ounces) all-purpose flour 1/2 cup packed (3 1/2 ounces) light brown…
Man waives hearing on rape, other charges
From staff reports An Erie man accused of rape and other charges waived his preliminary hearing Wednesday in Venango County Central Court. Dyquan Bailey, 20,…
Venango Catholic Schools Association moving forward
From staff reports The newly created Venango Region Catholic School Association has moved forward with plans for the future as it recently appointed its full…
Residents head back into California town leveled by wildfire
PARADISE, Calif. (AP) — Nearly four weeks after the devastating blaze leveled her town, Jennifer Christensen was allowed back to return to her home in…
Steelers turn to Samuels, Ridley with Conner injured
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Jaylen Samuels doesn’t get caught up in roles. Maybe because the one the Pittsburgh Steelers rookie is asked to fill seems to…
Dick Cheney biopic ‘Vice’ tops Golden Globes nominations
NEW YORK (AP) — Adam McKay’s Dick Cheney biopic “Vice” swooped in to lead nominations for the 76th annual Golden Globe Awards, narrowly edging Bradley…
Recent Deaths 12/6/18
Bonnie Rae Ryan, 58, of Clarion, died Dec. 4, 2018. Ronald E. Davis, 83, of Oil City, died Dec. 5, 2018. For complete obituaries,…
Richland Twp. accident
DUI crash
Outstanding warrants
In the Dirt – December (Seed Catalogs)
Cold-weather months are a great time for scouring catalogs for seed-starting purchases. Making grand plans for spring is invigorating thinking of what might be once…
Pet of the day 12/5/18
Bentley is a sweet, male Shih Tzu mix who loves to be with his people. Bentley is house broken, neutered, and up to date on…
Green bean casserole
Servings: 10-12 Start to finish: 3 hours, 20 minutes (Active time: 45 minutes) Topping: 2 slices hearty white sandwich bread, torn into pieces 2 tablespoons…
Man arrested on drug charges after woman is revived
From staff reports An Oil City man was arrested Saturday on felony drug charges after Oil City police were sent to an Orange Street residence…
Grove board approves hiring 2 sheriff’s deputies for schools
By ROSEMARY FIELDING Staff writer Valley Grove School Board on Monday unanimously approved an agreement to hire two Venango County sheriff’s deputies to patrol the…
Putin: If US develops banned missiles, so will Russia
MOSCOW (AP) — Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday warned the United States that if it walks out of a key arms treaty and starts…
Hornqvist’s natural hat trick leads Penguins by Colorado 6-3
PITTSBURGH (AP) — There isn’t a lot of finesse in Patric Hornqvist’s game. The Pittsburgh Penguins forward understands his job is to get to the…
Actor-comedian Kevin Hart will host 2019 Oscars
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Kevin Hart has a new job — he will host the 2019 Academy Awards, a role the prolific actor-comedian says fulfills…
Recent Deaths 12/5/18
Donald B. “Don” Piker, 56, of Rimersburg, died Dec. 1, 2018. Frances D. (Neen) Himes, 83, of Rimersburg, died Dec. 3, 2018. Daniel K. Shirey,…
Sugarcreek Borough accident
Oil City DUI
Pet of the day 12/4/18
Name: Mint Breed: Domestics Medium Hair mix Age: 6 months Gender: Female Size: Small Color: Grey Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Mint can be found at…
Honey-wheat dinner rolls
Servings: 15 Start to finish: 4 1/4 to 5 1/4 hours (rising time: 2 1/2- 3 1/2 hours; baking time 25 minutes) Key Equipment: 13-by…