‘Solo’ film debuts, brings Millennium Falcon to Hollywood
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Hollywood played host Thursday evening to a few more scoundrels than usual for the world premiere of “Solo: A Star Wars…
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Recent Deaths 5/11/18
Charles P. “Pete” Dilley Jr. 80, of Franklin, died May 8, 2018. Ruth I. Dignall, 86, of Cochranton, died May 9, 2018. Robert J. Tobin, 89,…
Bridging the distance on Mother’s Day
Many modern families are spread out across the country if not the globe. Some people move away from family to further their careers, while others…
Cranberry Twp. accident
Pet of the day 5/10/18
Duck is a large black Labrador Retriever. Duck needs to be in an active home where his energy can be channeled in a positive direction….
Classic bread pudding
Serves 8 to 10 Start to finish: 15 minutes prep time, plus 3 to 4 hours on low, plus 30 minutes to cool Slow cooker…
Oil City man accused of selling meth held for court
By MARISSA DECHANT Staff writer An Oil City man accused of selling methamphetamine to a confidential informant on two separate occasions was held for court…
Cranberry students honored
Three Cranberry students were recently honored during a Lions’ Club meeting for exemplary service, effort and initiative in their school and community. The students, all…
Hawaii volcano park to close amid explosion concerns
PAHOA, Hawaii (AP) — Hawaii’s Kilauea volcano could soon send boulders and ash shooting out of its summit crater in the kind of explosive eruption…
Pirates win 6-5 with 4-run 9th, White Sox fall to 9-25
CHICAGO (AP) — The Pittsburgh Pirates are making a habit out of winning from behind. The Chicago White Sox are losing every which way. Colin…
Tom Hanks’ Fred Rogers film dated for October 2019 release
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Fred Rogers drama “You Are My Friend” starring Tom Hanks as the beloved television host is coming to theaters in…
Recent Deaths 5/10/18
Marylou Rose Kerr McMunn, 82, of Franklin, formerly of Oil City, died May 8, 2018. Maryann Dirmyer, 70, of Knox, died May 8, 2018. Charles…
Cranberry Twp. theft
Polk police K-9 is sworn in
Polk police department’s newest member of the force, K-9 Armin, was sworn in Monday, May 7, 2018, by District Judge Patrick Lowrey. Armin was born…
Area senior centers set schedules
Cranberry Place The Cranberry Place Older Adult Center is open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays. Lunch is served daily at 11:30 a.m. for a suggested donation…
Growing Perennials
As the tiny sprouts of hosta stems emerge through the cool spring soil, other perennials join them in waking up in the garden. These plants…
Pet of the day 5/9/18
Name: Petey Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 3 years Gender: Female Size: Large Color: Brown Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Petey can be found at Venango…
Perfect French Omelet
Servings: 2 Start to finish: 30 minutes 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into 2 pieces ½ teaspoon vegetable oil 4 large eggs plus 2 large…
Funding approved for state projects to boost public transit
From staff reports Gov. Tom Wolf and PennDOT Secretary Leslie S. Richards on Tuesday announced the approval of funding for 82 projects to improve transportation…
Error on GOP ballots leads to absentee deadline extension
By JIM MEYER Staff writer Venango County commissioners on Tuesday approved an extension on the deadline for Republican absentee ballots in next week’s primary election…
Volcanic gases prompt door-to-door evacuation in Hawaii
PAHOA, Hawaii (AP) — Police went door-to-door in Hawaii to roust residents near two new vents emitting dangerous gases in areas where lava has been…
Moran gets key hit as Pirates rally past White Sox
CHICAGO (AP) — When it comes to interleague play, the Pittsburgh Pirates sail along like no other team in the National League. Colin Moran hit…
Katy Perry sends Taylor Swift an olive branch ahead of tour
NEW YORK (AP) — Taylor Swift has received a peace offering from Katy Perry before launching her new tour. Swift shared a video on her Instagram…
Recent Deaths 5/9/18
Robert “Bob” Holmes, 70, of Princeton, West Virginia, died April 30, 2018. For complete obituaries, please pick up a copy of The Derrick for…
Franklin walk to school day is Wednesday
From staff reports Franklin’s spring Walk and Bike to School Day will be held Wednesday. The walk is in memory of the late Jim Holden,…
Pet of the day 5/8/18
Wolfgang is a 3 month old, German Shepherd mix puppy. He recently learned the “sit” command in just a few minutes and is also learning…
Salmon with almond vinaigrette
Servings: 8 Start to finish: 25-30 minutes The consistency of the vinaigrette should be thick and clingy. It is important to keep the salmon skin…
Classes build, demonstrate gas and oil rig
NEW CASTLE (AP) — Some high school students are learning to make robots and three-dimensional items using laptop computers and other technology. At the Lawrence…
Franklin man accused of assaulting officer
From staff reports A Franklin man is facing charges after he allegedly assaulted a police officer around 9:45 p.m. Sunday at an Atlantic Avenue residence….
Breakdown of proposed property maintenance code
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer The version of a new property maintenance code for Cranberry Township is vastly different than a measure that had…
Iran president warns of ‘problems’ as Trump decision looms
TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — Iran’s president on Tuesday warned the country could face “some problems,” just hours before President Donald Trump was to announce whether…
Caps drop Penguins in OT to advance to conference finals
PITTSBURGH (AP) — A cathartic celebration 20 years in the making began with a poke of Evgeny Kuznetsov’s stick. It built as the puck that…
Cannes Film Festival opens with drama on screen and off
CANNES, France (AP) — The 71st Cannes Film Festival is opening with the premiere of Asghar Farhadi’s “Everybody Knows,” starring Penelope Cruz and Javier Bardem,…
Canal Twp. DUI
Pet of the day 5/7/18
Name: Sunshine Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 5 years Gender: Female Size: Large Color: Brown Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Sunshine can be found at Venango…
Broccolini strascinati
Servings: 4 to 6 Start to finish: 20 minutes 1-1/2 pounds broccolini 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil Kosher salt to taste 3 cloves garlic,…
VFW Officers Installed for 2018-19
The Pennsylvania VFW 28th District held its district meeting Sunday, May 6. Officers were nominated, elected and installed for the year 2018-2019. The results are:…
Students learn about danger of impaired, distracted driving
From staff reports The dangers of impaired or distracted driving hit home at Cranberry High School on Friday, as a senior shared her experiences of…
Hawaii volcano destroys dozens of homes, forces evacuations
PAHOA, Hawaii (AP) — Hawaii’s Kilauea volcano destroyed 26 homes and spewed lava hundreds of feet into the air, leaving evacuated residents unsure how long…
Pirates pummel Brewers, 9-0
MILWAUKEE (AP) — The Milwaukee Brewers bring out the best in Chad Kuhl. Kuhl and Richard Rodriguez combined on a two-hitter, leading the Pittsburgh Pirates…
Janet Jackson to get the Billboard Icon Award
NEW YORK (AP) — Janet Jackson’s icon status is being confirmed at the Billboard Awards. The superstar is set to get the Billboard Icon Award…
Recent Deaths 5/7/18
June J. Collins, 88, of Oil City, died May 5, 2018. For complete obituaries, please pick up a copy of The Derrick for this…
Colorado woman cited after microwave blows up urine sample
DENVER (AP) — A Colorado woman has been cited by police after a container of what appeared to be urine blew up as she was…
Franklin additions
By MARISSA DECHANT Staff writer Franklin residents can expect fuller downtown storefronts this summer, abuzz with food and drink destinations new to the area’s offerings….
Everybody ‘on the same page’
By JIM MEYER Staff writer What began as a misunderstanding may have led to better cooperation between Emlenton Borough and Venango County, according to Emlenton…
Hawaii braces for long upheaval as erupting Kilauea boils
PAHOA, Hawaii (AP) — Hundreds of anxious residents on the Big Island of Hawaii hunkered down Saturday for what could be weeks or months of…
Caps win to put Pens on brink
WASHINGTON (AP) — Jakub Vrana came to the rink expecting to play on the Capitals’ third line again. He left as a top-liner on top…
‘Infinity War’ to set record, fastest to surpass $1 billion
NEW YORK (AP) — “Avengers: Infinity War” is poised to set a record for fastest film to rake in $1 billion in business. The Walt…
Roving Patrols & Sobriety Checkpoints
Venango road project expected to start soon
From staff reports A $1 million project on more than four miles of roads in northern Venango County is expected to begin soon, according PennDOT….