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Pet of the day 4/11/19
Name: Layla Breed: Terrier, Pit Bull mix Age: 2 years Gender: Female Size: Large Color: Brindle Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Layla can be found at…
Asparagus Goat Cheese Tart
Servings: 4 Start to finish: 55 minutes 6 ounces thin asparagus, trimmed and cut 1/4 inch thick on bias (1 cup) 2 scallions, sliced thin…
Leeper man gets state prison time for assaults on girl
From staff reports A Leeper man was sentenced Wednesday to serve a minimum of 15 years in state prison for repeated sexual assaults of a…
Lots going on this year at Two Mile Run County Park
From staff reports Two Mile Run County Park is in for a busy 2019 season. “There are a lot of events at the park this…
WikiLeaks’ Assange is arrested at Ecuador embassy in London
LONDON (AP) — WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange was forcibly bundled out of the Ecuadorian Embassy in London and into a waiting British police van on…
Lyles sharp, Cervelli and Marte homer, Pirates beat Cubs 5-2
CHICAGO (AP) — Jordan Lyles had everything, including a retooled curveball, clicking on a cold, windy night at Wrigley Field. Lyles struck out 10 in…
‘Hannah Montana’ costumes, props going up for auction
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Costumes, props and tour items from the Disney Channel’s “Hannah Montana” TV series are going up for auction. The teen sitcom…
Recent Deaths 4/11/19
Edgar Haskell Collins, Sr., 82, of Tionesta, died April 9, 2019. Robert S. Haylett, of Cochranton, died April 9, 2019. Darrell L. Baughman, 69, of…
Sandycreek Twp. criminal mischief
Cranberry Twp. disorderly conduct
Oil City drug violation
The Puppy Post: A Community Partnership
Photos by Ava Fischer/Student Contributor By Cranberry Chronicles staff Journalism tells stories and speaks for those who sometimes don’t have a voice. In searching for a…
This spring, focus on rivers and streams for consistent trout action
Birders have their returning tree swallows, hikers and other woods walkers their skunk cabbage, gardeners their daffodils, and tree lovers their cherry blossoms. All are…
Pet of the day 4/10/19
Name: Oliver Breed: Domestic Medium Hair Gender: Male Size: Small House-trained: Yes Size: Small Oliver can be found at Precious Paws Animal Rescue.
Savory Bread Pudding
Servings: 4-6 Start to finish: 2 hours 1 (18-to-20 inch) baguette, torn into 1 inch pieces (10 cups) 1 pound kale, stemmed and chopped 4…
Cochranton man indicted in federal firearms case
From staff reports A Cochranton resident has been indicted by a federal grand jury on charges of violating federal firearms laws, U.S. Attorney Scott W….
Two Mile project ‘has really paid off for the county’
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer Two Mile Run County Park is signing up local organizations and businesses to help with repair and upkeep costs…
Venango Human Services resource fair set April 24
From staff reports Venango County Human Services will hold its annual resource fair and awards presentation Wednesday, April 24, at the Quality Inn in Franklin….
How measles is making a return in New York and elsewhere
NEW YORK (AP) — New York City declared a public health emergency Tuesday and ordered mandatory vaccinations for measles in a part of Brooklyn that is home…
Star-laden Penguins open playoffs against stingy Islanders
EAST MEADOW, N.Y. (AP) — The Pittsburgh Penguins have the big-name players. The New York Islanders rely on their system for success. Perennial All-Stars Sidney…
Netflix launches comedy channel on SiriusXM
NEW YORK (AP) — Netflix is launching its first audio venture that will feature the video streaming service’s comedy programming on SiriusXM. The companies on…
Recent Deaths 4/10/19
Michelle Lynn Novak, 33, of Franklin, died April 6, 2019. Patty Lou Myers, 75, of Franklin, died April 8, 2019. Louise Franklin died April 6,…
Students place in current events challenge
By Cranberry Chronicles staff Students in the gifted program at Cranberry High School competed today in the Current Events challenge. The IU6 hosted the event…
Deer hunting opening day moving to Saturday from Monday
HARRISBURG (AP) — Deer hunting season in Pennsylvania will be starting on a Saturday rather than a Monday beginning next season. The Pennsylvania Game Commission…
Mineral Twp. accident
Pet of the day 4/9/19
Kelby is a 7 year old, male Yorkie/Poodle mix surrendered to the rescue along with Arley ( a female Chi mix ) after their owners…
Healthy Mealtime Inspiration in Your Pantry
(Family Features) One of the secrets to ordering less takeout and serving more nutritious homemade meals may be as simple as keeping a well-stocked pantry…
Video’s content leads OC police to investigate
From staff reports Oil City police said a video that an Oil City Area School District student is accused of posting to their Snapchat account…
VETS members always ready to fulfill their duty
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer Fifteen years after its founding and hundreds of funerals and memorials later, the Venango Entombment Testimonial Service (VETS) Honor…
3 American soldiers killed in Afghanistan, US contractor injured
UPDATE: KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) — US forces in Afghanistan revise their death toll, say 3 US soldiers killed in Monday’s attack, Afghan contractor wounded. —…
Schwarber, Cubs beat Pirates 10-0 in Wrigley opener
CHICAGO (AP) — First, Brad Brach escaped a tough situation. Then Brandon Kintzler, Randy Rosario and Pedro Strop finished the job. Chicago’s beleaguered bullpen stepped…
Fire, ice and puberty: How ‘Thrones’ characters have grown
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Living in Westeros can really change a person. Those who survived the first seven seasons of “Game of Thrones” have seen…
Recent deaths 4/9/19
Gladys M. Greenwood, 100, of Brookville, formerly of Corsica, died April 7, 2019. Jeannine M. McMillen, 85, formerly of Clintonville, died April 7, 2019. George…
Cranberry Twp. DUI
Oil City warrant arrest
Venango VA Clinic Open House
Venango Community Based Outpatient Clinic, located at 464 Allegheny Blvd. in Franklin, will have an open house for veterans on Wednesday, April 17, from 2…
Pet of the day 4/8/19
Name: Squirrel Breed: Domestic Medium Hair Mix Age: 4 years Gender: Female Size: Small Color: Black Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Squirrel can be found at…
Picnic-Perfect Plates for Outdoor Dining
(Family Features) Picnics, patio dining and al fresco foods all come to mind when warmer weather allows families and friends to enjoy the flavors of…
Mission accomplished
Area residents who took to the road Friday night to drop off several truckloads of supplies to help farmers affected by recent floods in the…
Uganda police say kidnapped US woman, driver are freed
KAMPALA, Uganda (AP) — Ugandan police said on Sunday they had rescued an American woman and her driver who had been kidnapped by gunmen in…
Wild Puig in middle of bench-clearing fray, Pirates top Reds
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Yasiel Puig looked eager to take a big swing. And not with a bat, either. An enraged Puig barreled into a bunch…
Keith Urban, Kacey Musgraves, Dan + Shay win at ACM Awards
The Associated Press Grammy-winning duo Dan + Shay solidified themselves as the hottest group in country music with multiple wins at the Academy of Country…
Recent Deaths 4/8/19
William (Bill) E. Shilling, 72, of Venus, died April 6, 2019. Calvin Orrin Ware, 94, formerly of Blooming Valley, died April 4, 2019. Margaret M….
Franklin looks to tackle problem property
By SARAH TITLEY Staff writer A multi-agency coordination effort was established Tuesday in Franklin after residents in a neighborhood pleading for help brought their concerns…
Sugarcreek may feel pinch of costly work
By SARAH TITLEY Staff Writer Franklin General Authority chairman Tim Dunkle revealed staggering costs for upcoming projects that will affect Sugarcreek Borough in a report…
US says reuniting separated families laborious process
SAN DIEGO (AP) — The Trump administration wants up to two years to find potentially thousands of children who were separated from their families at…
Strome scores in OT to lift Rangers past Penguins 4-3
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Jake Guentzel’s 40th goal of the season had a significant impact on the Stanley Cup playoffs. Guentzel scored with 2:35 to play,…