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…
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…
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)…
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…
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…
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…
SAN BRUNO, Calif. (AP) — A woman who believed she was being suppressed by YouTube and told her family members she “hated” the company opened…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — The state Capitol in Kentucky filled with teachers protesting pension changes and demanding generous school funding Monday, and thousands of Oklahoma…
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, Pa. (AP) — Students at Villanova University flooded the streets around campus to celebrate the Wildcats’ second NCAA men’s basketball championship in three years,…
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Jason Clarke plunged into frigid waters, repeatedly, for his role as the late Sen. Ted Kennedy in “Chappaquiddick.” The Australian actor…
Richard John White, 76, of New Bethlehem (Distant), died April 1, 2018. For complete obituaries, please pick up a copy of The Derrick for…
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…
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…
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…
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…
PITTSBURGH (AP) — There was no dogpile in the dressing room. No champagne celebration. Not even a beer. Nothing. The Washington Capitals have been here…
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…
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,…
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….
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…
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…
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…
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…
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Brake failure, a blown tire and factors such as the weather and road condition are among the factors that will be…
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…
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…
David A. Wolbert, 46, of Lucinda, died March 28, 2018. Larry N. Bish, 81, of Corsica, died March 29, 2018. Frances Louise Smith Frost, of Clarion, died…
Easter is one of the most important days of the year for Christians. Easter Sunday is filled with symbolism and tradition, some of which harken…
Keera is a Boxer mix who is about 2 years old and weighs in the 45-50 lb. range. Keera is an absolute doll with people…
Servings: 12 patties Start to finish: 25 minutes 1 pound of 96 percent lean ground turkey 1 teaspoon dried crushed rosemary, or 2 teaspoons fresh…
DETROIT (AP) — The season opener between the Detroit Tigers and Pittsburgh Pirates has been postponed because of bad weather. The game has been pushed…
TOLEDO, Ohio (AP) — A power company says it plans to close its two Ohio nuclear plants and another in Pennsylvania within the next three…
From staff reports An Oil City couple accused of possessing drugs and a firearm at their Manning Street residence where two young children also live…
Henry Jiang, right, and Seth Mellring, sixth graders at Cranberry Elementary School, work on glazing ceramic bowls for the seventh annual Community Services of Venango…
Courthouses in Venango and Clarion counties, as well as city hall buildings in Oil City and Franklin, will be closed Friday. The Oil City, Franklin…
WASHINGTON (AP) — Armed security officers are becoming more prevalent at America’s schools, according to a federal study released Thursday amid a heated debate over…