Man arrested in drug case now facing burglary charge
By MARISSA DECHANT Staff writer An Oil City man arrested Friday for allegedly trafficking methamphetamine into the area is facing additional burglary charges in connection…
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Oil City Heritage Society extends sale of materials
From staff reports The Oil City Heritage Society has extended its sale of materials relating to local history. The Looking Back tabloids, Grove Hill Cemetery…
US allies from Korean War meet on North Korean nuke threat
VANCOUVER, British Columbia (AP) — Secretary of State Rex Tillerson huddles Tuesday with nations that fought on America’s side in the Korean War, looking to…
Bucs make “emotionally challenging” call to trade McCutchen
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Andrew McCutchen didn’t run from the challenge in Pittsburgh, he embraced it. A rising star on a franchise mired in two decades…
Dolores O’Riordan, voice of The Cranberries, dies at 46
LONDON (AP) — Dolores O’Riordan, whose urgent, powerful voice helped make Irish rock band The Cranberries a global success in the 1990s, died suddenly on…
Recent Deaths 1/16/18
Emily D. Gilbert, 83, of Vowinckel, died Jan. 13, 2018. Donald Wray Schrecengost, 84, of Marienville, died Jan. 14, 2018. Josephine G. Galla, 85, of…
Cornplanter Twp. accident
Porter Twp. burglary
Upcoming Events for Veterans and Family
The founder of Boots On Ground will be at Titusville VFW Post 5958 at 5:30 p.m. Thursday. The post is located at 206 St. Johns…
Pet of the day 1/15/18
Name: Sebastian Breed: Domestic Shorthair Gender: Male Age: 2-3 years Size: Medium Color: White House-trained: Yes Sebastian is up to date on vaccinations, spayed, and…
Devil’s Food Layer Cake
Yields 1 10-inch cake; 12 to 16 servings Cake layers 13/4 cups all-purpose flour 41/2 tablespoons cornstarch 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda…
Multi-vehicle accident closes section of I-80
By WILLIAM STEVENS Staff writer A multi-vehicle collision forced Clintonville Fire Department to close a section of Interstate 80 westbound in Clinton Township, Venango County,…
Troop E Camp Cadet registration open
From staff reports The Pennsylvania State Police in Troop E, along with the Erie Kiwanis Club, announce online registration for the Troop E Camp Cadet…
Residents grieve, commit to rebuilding after mudslides
MONTECITO, Calif. (AP) — At the end of a heartbreaking week that saw deadly mudslides kill at least 20, residents of Montecito gathered to grieve,…
Simon, Kessel lead Penguins to 5-2 win against Rangers
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Dominik Simon admits he got a little wide-eyed as he closed in on his first NHL goal. The only thing left for…
‘Jumanji’ tops ‘The Post,’ ‘The Commuter’ at MLK box office
NEW YORK (AP) — Meryl Streep, Liam Neeson, Taraji P. Henson and Paddington Bear and all rushed into movie theaters over Martin Luther King Jr….
Recent Deaths 1/15/18
Catherine Z. Polumbo, 86, of Tionesta, formerly of Hazleton, died Jan. 13, 2018. Virginia Jean Vascik, 95, of Marienville, formerly of Tarentum, died Jan. 13,…
Furry friends and raising funds
Precious Paws Animal Rescue in Franklin has scheduled some fundraisers and other animal rescues and shelters have quite a few animals looking for homes. Filling…
Pet of the day 1/12/18
Ceaser is a 5 year old, neutered male who is housebroken and who has lived with adults, children, and other pets. For more information on…
Boeuf Bourguignon
Serves 6 2 pounds beef shoulder, cut into 2-inch pieces (see note) 1 onion, cut into large dice 2 carrots, cut into large dice 2…
VisionQuest student charged for assault of staff member
By MARISSA DECHANT Staff writer A student at the VisionQuest facility on Hudmont Lane in Sandycreek Township is facing charges after he allegedly assaulted a…
Barrow-Civic Theatre to mark 25 years
From staff reports This year marks the 25th anniversary of Franklin Civic Operetta Association’s Barrow-Civic Theatre. The theater has a full slate of productions and…
Some Walmart employees get raises, others to lose jobs
NEW YORK (AP) — For some Walmart employees, the day brought news of a pay raise. Others learned they were out of a job. Walmart…
Roethlisberger’s resurgence faces stiff test against Jaguars
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The words that threatened to define Ben Roethlisberger’s season were uttered almost as an afterthought and with more than a hint of…
Actresses, shows about women win big at Critics’ Choice
SANTA MONICA, Calif. (AP) — It was a good night for women at the Critics’ Choice Awards, which honored women-centered stories like “Big Little Lies,”…
Recent Deaths 1/12/18
Terry L. Johnson-Cooney, 70, of Emlenton, died Jan. 9, 2018. Eugene Clair “Bum” Simpson, 92, of Butler, formerly of Rimersburg, died Jan. 11, 2018. David D. (Curley)…
Cranberry Twp. theft
Modify grooming and beauty tips for winter
Winter may be a time for cozy sweaters and tall boots, but it also can be a season for static-charged hair and dry skin. Upon…
Pet of the day 1/11/18
Tiki is a BIG, BIG, boy at nearly 20 pounds! He is 12 years old, declawed, neutered, and vaccinated. He was surrendered due to his…
Cheesy pull-apart whole roasted cauliflower
Servings: 8 Start to finish: 30 minutes 1 medium head of cauliflower (about 1 1/2 pounds), trimmed of leaves 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, softened 2…
Franklin postal carrier waives hearing on several charges
By MARISSA DECHANT Staff writer A Franklin postal carrier accused of inappropriately touching a woman on multiple occasions and breaking into her home during a…
Sugarcreek Borough manager: Kmart closing will ‘be felt’
By WILLIAM STEVENS Staff writer The April 8 closing of the Kmart store on Allegheny Boulevard in Sugarcreek Borough will certainly “be felt.” That’s the…
States rethink sexual misconduct policies after complaints
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) — After a tumultuous few months that saw numerous lawmakers accused of sexual misconduct, a majority of state legislatures across the…
YouTube punishes star blogger over apparent suicide post
TOKYO (AP) — YouTube said Thursday it has punished well-known blogger Logan Paul over a video that appeared to show a body hanging in a…
Recent Deaths 1/11/18
Jacqueline L. Dyson, 76, of Crown, died Jan. 9, 2018. Irving D. “Denny” Jack, 90, of Seneca, died Jan. 9, 2018. Virginia A. Carter, 79, of…
Injured Steelers LB Ryan Shazier attends practice
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pittsburgh Steelers Pro Bowl linebacker Ryan Shazier attended practice on Wednesday for the first time since injuring his spine against Cincinnati last…
Senior center sets schedule
From staff reports The Titusville Senior Center is open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Lunch is served at noon for a suggested donation of…
Pet of the day 1/10/18
Name: Luna Breed: Pit Bull Terrier & Lab Retriever mix Age: 2 – 3 years Gender: Female Size: Medium House-trained: Yes Vaccinations up to date,…
Dan Dan Noodles
Serves 4 Start to finish: 30 minutes Sauce: 1/4 cup chili garlic paste 1/4 cup vegetable, peanut or canola oil 2 tablespoons Chinkiang or Chinese…
Police probing theft of $200,000 from man, 92
From staff reports Franklin state police are investigating what is believed to be a transfer of more than $200,000 from a 92-year-old man’s personal money…
Venango Youth Choir to begin rehearsals
From staff reports The Venango Youth Choir will begin rehearsals for the spring semester Monday. The choir is open to all area students in Grades…
Victim search expands as California storm, mudslides kill 15
MONTECITO, Calif. (AP) — A storm that slammed a California coastal community is over. The search for its victims is not. Authorities in Santa Barbara…
‘Fire and Fury’ sales top 29,000 in first weekend
NEW YORK (AP) — Michael Wolff’s “Fire and Fury” sold more than 29,000 hardcover copies in its first week of publication, NPD BookScan told The…
Steelers prepping for heavy dose of Jacksonville’s run game
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Technically it went into the scorebook as a 2-yard touchdown run. The highly GIF-able reality told a more compelling story, one that…
Recent Deaths 1/10/18
Robert “Bob” Macmaster, 68, of Tallahassee, Florida, formerly of Oil City, died Dec. 8, 2017. LuEllen Kelley, 63, of Oil City, died Jan. 8, 2018. Irving…
Irwin Twp. accident
Allegheny Twp. accident
Officials: 6 killed in California mudslides
LOS ANGELES (AP) — At least six people were killed and homes were swept from their foundations Tuesday as heavy rain sent mud and boulders…
Frost fuss
A search to name the type of frost formation found on the neighbor’s pond only turned up more confusion. It would seem as if everyone…
Pet of the day 1/9/18
Name: Humphrey Breed: Domestic Longhair mix Age: 5 months Gender: Male Size: Small Color: Black Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption Price: $50.00 Humphrey can be…