Recent Deaths 5/4/17
Brittany D. Sebring 21, of Ripley, New York, died May 1, 2017. Sandra Sue “Peach” Crawford, 72, of Franklin, died May 3, 2017. Lucille M….
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Spaces available in OC community garden
From staff reports First Presbyterian Church of Oil City has spaces for rent in its Community Garden. The rental fee is $15 for the season…
Sugarcreek Borough accident
Clarion Twp. accident
Pet of the day 5/3/17
Name: Mouser Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 1 year Gender: Male Size: Medium Color: White/ Black Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption Price: $40.00 Mouser can…
Thai peanut veggie and tofu bowl
Servings: 4 Start to finish: 20 minutes 2 tablespoons peanut butter (smooth or chunky) 1 tablespoon honey 2 tablespoons lime juice, plus 1 additional tablespoons…
Several small tornadoes formed during storms
From staff and wire reports Meteorologists say several small tornadoes appear to have touched down during severe storms Monday in Pennsylvania that downed trees and…
Titusville students to speak tonight about Ecuador trip
By WILLIAM STEVENS Staff writer Some Titusville High School students will share their recent experiences in Ecuador at a community gathering tonight. The group spent…
Sheetz wants to hire 3,400 more workers
ALTOONA, Pa. (AP) — The Pennsylvania-based Sheetz convenience store chain wants to hire 3,400 full- and part-time workers at its 550 shops. Open interviews for…
Harrison’s 3-run homer rallies Pirates past Reds 12-3
CINCINNATI (AP) — Three batters in, the game looked grim for Tyler Glasnow. The right-hander walked the first two, gave up Joey Votto’s homer and…
Paris Jackson signs on for big screen acting debut
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Paris Jackson has agreed to take on a big screen role a few months after making her television acting debut. Deadline…
Recent Deaths 5/3/17
Jeremy Jay Warnick, 42, of Oil City, died May 1, 2017. Sarah Leigh Slocum, 35, of Gilmer, Texas, died April 26, 2017. Frank A. Fago,…
It’s just a building – or is it?
Cambridge Springs was born out of the notion that the water from the springs in the area contained healing properties. The folks there now, and…
Between the raindrops
Between the raindrops there were some periods of blue sky and sunshine this past week. However, most of these periods happened while this picture…
Pet of the day 5/2/17
Name: Karma Breed: Terrier, American Staffordshire Mix Age: 7 months Gender: Female Size: Medium Color: Beige/ Black Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Karma can be found…
Cranberry Twp. fatal crash
Missing teen returns home
Spicy chicken Milanese
Start to finish: 30 minutes Serves 4 2 large eggs 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 2…
Franklin man arraigned on sexual assault charges
From staff reports A Franklin man is facing multiple felony charges for allegedly having sexual relations with a 13-year-old girl on numerous occasions. Franklin state…
Riding toy back at park
From staff reports A riding toy that was taken from Morrison Park in Cranberry Township has been returned. The toy, a 100-pound parrot with a…
Police: Motive unclear for University of Texas stabbings
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — A student with a large hunting knife stabbed at least four people on the University of Texas campus, killing one and…
Penguins Crosby leaves game following hit to head
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pittsburgh Penguins captain Sidney Crosby left Game 3 of his team’s playoff series against Washington after taking a hit to the head…
Kaepernick hands out old suits outside parole office
NEW YORK (AP) — Former 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick has yet to find another NFL job, but he’s donating some of his old suits in…
Recent Deaths 5/2/17
William Howard “Crane” Philips Jr., 64, of Knox, died April 30, 2017. Helen Louise Weckerly (Shoup), 83, of Parker, died April 30, 2017. Dorothy Montgomery…
Sandycreek Twp. theft
Sandycreek Twp. accident
Pet of the day 5/1/17
Sheldon is an eight week old male kitten. Tested negative for FIV & leukemia. Sheldon can be found at Tri County Animal Rescue Center.
VFW 28th sets district meeting; May dates to remember
The VFW 28th District Post, and 28th District Auxiliary meeting will be held on Sunday, May 7, at Reynolds VFW Post 7599. (Please note change…
Harrisville Borough missing person
Reuben pizza
Start to finish: 2 hours (1 hour if using store-bought dough) Servings: 6 to 8 Speedy Pizza Dough (see below) or 14 ounces prepared pizza…
Single vehicle flees scene of four-car accident
From staff reports State police in Clarion remain on the lookout for a vehicle that allegedly fled the scene of a four-vehicle crash last week…
State recognizes Oil City’s roots with tree program
By SAXON DAUGHERTY Staff writer Oil City celebrated Arbor Day Friday by reaching a milestone. The city was recognized as a Tree City USA community…
May Day marked with defiant rallies for worker rights
ISTANBUL (AP) — Workers and activists marked May Day around the world Monday with defiant rallies and marches for better pay and working conditions. Police…
Bucs can’t reel in sweep
MIAMI (AP) – The Miami Marlins took a look at a collage of Ichiro Suzuki’s career and began to swing the bat better. Suzuki was…
Review: ‘Guardians’ returns and it’s better than the first
The Associated Press In James Gunn’s sequel to his swashbuckling space Western, the Guardians of the Galaxy do their version of “The Empire Strikes Back,”…
Recent Deaths 5/1/17
Ricky E. Rockwell, 61, of Clarion, died April 29, 2017. Thomas E. Marsh, 79, of Oil City, died April 29, 2017. Pauline E. “Polly” Winchester,…
Cornplanter Twp. accident
Cornplanter Twp. burglary
Sandycreek Twp. accident
17 inducted into Cranberry National Honor Society
Cranberry High School held its National Honor Society induction ceremony earlier this month. Among the 17 students who were inducted into the school’s Wilson Chapter…
Tiny tails
Attention kitten lovers. Tri-County Animal Rescue Center and Precious Paws Animal Rescue have some candidates for you. Clarion PAWS is looking for homes, or rather…
Pet of the day 4/28/17
Name: Epic Breed: Retriever, Lab Mix Age: 1 year Gender: Male Size: Medium Color: Black/ White Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Epic can be found at…
Grilled oysters with green garlic butter
Servings: 4 appetizer-sized portions Start to finish: 15 minutes 1 dozen shucked oysters Green Garlicky Butter (see recipe below) Hot Sauce for serving Lemon wedges…
Lightning hits downtown OC building
From staff reports Lightning struck the roof of the IOOF (Odd Fellows) building at 222 Seneca St. in Oil City Thursday evening. The incident occurred…
Mother’s Day Concert will be held May 13
From staff reports A Mother’s Day Concert featuring the talents of Dennis Geib, Ashleigh Bennett, Kevin Downey, Brianna Erdman, Nicholas Nasibyan, Tyler Carson and Kaylene…
UN Security Council to discuss N. Korea nuclear program
UNITED NATIONS (AP) — Turning to diplomacy after flexing military muscle, the United States will urge the U.N. Security Council on Friday to increase economic…
Crosby scores twice, Bonino has winner as Pens beat Caps
WASHINGTON (AP) — Sidney Crosby outdueled Alex Ovechkin in a vintage goal-for-goal showdown between the NHL’s top teams, and Nick Bonino and Marc-Andre Fleury put…
‘Purple Rain’ re-issue to feature unreleased Prince songs
LOS ANGELES (AP) — A remastered version of Prince’s landmark album “Purple Rain” will be released this summer with several previously unreleased songs. NPG Records…
Recent Deaths 4/28/17
Stanley Dennis “Denny” Pollock, 73, of Rimersburg, died April 27, 2017. Donald A. Hollabaugh Sr., 63, of Franklin, died April 26, 2017. James Clair Culbertson, 85,…
Weekly meal plans may save money
Meal plans provide a clever way to save money on food. Knowing the meals that will be made and which ingredients need to be purchased…