Plan a weekend family getaway
Weekend getaways can provide great bonding opportunities for families. During the week, families may be too preoccupied with hectic schedules packed with sports practices, extracurricular…
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Pet of the day 4/5/18
Name: Max Breed: Pomeranian Mix Age: Young Size: Small Gender: Male Color: Apricot/ Beige House-trained: No Prefers a home without children. Max can be found…
Eggplant and chicken marinara
Servings: 6 Start to finish: 1 hour, 15 minutes 4 small eggplants (“baby” or “Japanese” eggplant at the grocery store) 1 tablespoon olive oil, divided…
Charges withdrawn against couple in alleged scam
From staff reports Charges have been withdrawn against a couple from Palmyra who were accused of trying to scam $15,000 from a Jackson Township woman…
Schedule revised for Route 8 bridge project in Titusville
From staff reports A revised work schedule has been set for the rehabilitation of the South Franklin Street Bridge that carries Route 8 over Oil…
Lockdown drill Friday at Cranberry
From staff reports Cranberry High School faculty and state police will conduct a security/lockdown practice to document security procedures on Friday morning. The exercise will…
Facebook scandal affected more users than thought: up to 87M
NEW YORK (AP) — Facebook revealed Wednesday that tens of millions more people might have been exposed in the Cambridge Analytica privacy scandal than previously…
Twins hand Pirates first loss with 7-3 victory
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Brian Dozier’s bat tends to warm up in step with the weather. Not this year. The Minnesota second baseman hit his fourth home…
WWE’s ‘Luscious’ Johnny Valiant killed crossing street
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Former professional wrestling champion “Luscious” Johnny Valiant has died after being struck crossing a street in a Pittsburgh suburb. The Allegheny County…
Recent Deaths 4/5/18
Robert Bradley “Brad” Johnson died April 3, 2018. Pauline C. Hoffman, 84, of Harrisville, formerly of Grove City, died April 3, 2018. Gerard “Jerry” Davis,…
Rockland Twp. accident
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 of $1….
Pet of the day 4/4/18
Name: Newt Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 7 months Gender: Male Size: Medium Color: White Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Adoption Price: $75.00 Newt can be…
Simple vegetarian spring pasta salad
25 minutes start to finish Serves 8 1 pound dried spiral pasta (or cavatappi, ziti, fusilli or other salad-friendly shaped pasta) 2 cups (8 ounces)…
Backpack kitchens about weight and utility
As backcountry kitchens go, ours was as large and heavy as it was battered. Odds and ends of old pots and pans, that’s what we…
Trooper says he was forced to use pepper spray on dog
From staff reports A Franklin state police trooper says he determined he needed to use pepper spray on an aggressive dog late Monday afternoon in…
Bluebird boxes are available for purchase from Game Commission
From staff reports Bluebirds are early nesters, and according to Pennsylvania Game Commission biologists, now is the time to place new nest boxes, as well…
YouTube shooter told family members she ‘hated’ company
SAN BRUNO, Calif. (AP) — A woman who believed she was being suppressed by YouTube and told her family members she “hated” the company opened…
‘What’s better than this?’ Villanova celebrates hoops title
VILLANOVA, Pa. (AP) — Amid chants of “Nova! Nova!” Villanova students and fans loudly welcomed their men’s basketball team back to campus Tuesday night, a…
‘Grotesque’ red carpet selfies banned at Cannes festival
PARIS (AP) — Want to take a selfie on the red carpet during the Cannes Film Festival? Well, you can’t. That’s the message from top…
Recent Deaths 4/4/18
Samuel A. Scott III, 96, of Stoneboro, died April 2, 2018. Arnold E. Kline, 80, of Shippenville/Pine City, died April 3, 2018. James E. Heasley, 92,…
Plum Twp. accident
Chorus of croaks
This past weekend’s sunny weather was enough to coax a few frogs out of hibernation at the neighbor’s pond. In fact, last Thursday a few…
Sessions set to teach area youth to program computers
From staff reports Oil Region Library Association received a grant to train the area youth to program computers. Former students from last years computer science…
Pet of the day 4/3/18
Name: Hercules Breed: Terrier, American Pit Bull/ Mix Age: 2 years Gender: Male Size: Large Color: Blond Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Hercules can be found…
Baked chicken thighs with preserved lemons and artichoke hearts
Start to finish: 13 hours, (40 minutes hands-on) Servings: 8 2 1/2 lemons, preferably thin-skinned 3 tablespoons kosher salt 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 8…
Kennerdell woman faces charges tied to drug overdose death
By MARISSA DECHANT Staff writer A second person is facing charges in connection with the overdose death of a 28-year-old Callensburg woman in September. Grace…
Venango Area Community Gardens offering garden beds for summer
From staff reports Community members may now sign up with Venango Area Community Gardens to request a raised bed for the summer for the use…
Kentucky, Oklahoma teachers rally as rebellion grows
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — The state Capitol in Kentucky filled with teachers protesting pension changes and demanding generous school funding Monday, and thousands of Oklahoma…
Moran’s slam leads Pirates over Twins 5-4
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Colin Moran’s name will forever be entwined with Gerrit Cole’s whether the new Pittsburgh Pirates third baseman likes it or not. It…
Villanova students, fans celebrate title, 2 arrests reported
VILLANOVA, Pa. (AP) — Students at Villanova University flooded the streets around campus to celebrate the Wildcats’ second NCAA men’s basketball championship in three years,…
‘Chappaquiddick’ puts focus on aftermath of Kennedy accident
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Jason Clarke plunged into frigid waters, repeatedly, for his role as the late Sen. Ted Kennedy in “Chappaquiddick.” The Australian actor…
Recent Deaths 4/3/18
Richard John White, 76, of New Bethlehem (Distant), died April 1, 2018. For complete obituaries, please pick up a copy of The Derrick for…
GI Bill Changes Are Coming
There could be some changes coming for some students utilizing their GI Bill benefits. This past summer, the GI Bill was revamped and improved by…
Man dies in Mercer County crash
From staff reports Mercer state police reported that a 26-year-old man died at the scene of a crash at 10:57 a.m. Friday on Petersburg Road…
Dempseytown girl donates hair
Bristol Plowman, age 6, of Dempseytown, donated 8 inches of her hair to Children With Hair Loss, a Michigan-based non-profit organization that provides human hair…
Data from SUV shows deadly wreck may have been intentional
MENDOCINO, Calif. (AP) — An SUV carrying a large, free-spirited family from Washington state accelerated straight off a scenic California cliff and authorities said the…
Capitals top Penguins to clinch Metropolitan Division title
PITTSBURGH (AP) — There was no dogpile in the dressing room. No champagne celebration. Not even a beer. Nothing. The Washington Capitals have been here…
Spielberg’s ‘Ready Player One’ tops holiday box office
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Steven Spielberg has found his way back to the top of the box office with the action-adventure “Ready Player One,” while…
Recent Deaths 4/2/18
Clair B. Parks, 95, of Seneca, formerly of Franklin, died March 31, 2018. William “Bill” Charles Oaks, 93, died March 29, 2018. Virginia “Louise” Hartman,…
Cranberry Criminal Mischief
Polk Disorderly Conduct
Taking a shot
A couple of rabies clinics have been scheduled in the region, more awesome animals are looking for homes and some upcoming events have been scheduled….
Pet of the day 3/30/18
Name: Alice Breed: Domestic Medium Hair Mix Age: 2 years Gender: Female Size: Small Color: Grey/ Orange Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Alice can be found…
Grilled chicken & onion skewers
Makes 10 to 12 skewers Basting Sauce (optional) 1/2 cup soy sauce 1/4 cup mirin 2 tablespoons sugar 1/2 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, excess…
Utica woman accused of stealing from wrestling club waives hearing
From staff reports A Utica woman accused of the fraudulent withdrawal of more than $5,000 from the Friends of the Franklin Wrestling Club during her…
Senate hearing outlines need for emergency system upgrades
By JIM MEYER Staff writer A major concern for first responders is an inability to communicate with other departments responding to the same emergency, but…
Brake failure, a blown tire? Search for clues in SUV wreck
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Brake failure, a blown tire and factors such as the weather and road condition are among the factors that will be…
Crosby bats in OT goal, Penguins beat Devils 4-3
NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — On the opening day of the baseball season, Sidney Crosby swung and connected for the Pittsburgh Penguins, preventing the New Jersey…
Ozzy Osbourne joins New Mexico city’s chamber of commerce
ALAMOGORDO, N.M. (AP) — The Prince of Darkness is joining the Chamber of Commerce of a southern New Mexico city. The Alamogordo Daily News reports heavy metal…