NYC attack: Investigators scour driver’s background
NEW YORK (AP) — Investigators worked through the night to determine what led a truck driver to plow down people on a riverfront bike path…
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Eagles, Steelers are top 2 in the latest AP Pro32 poll
NEW YORK (AP) — The Keystone State’s NFL teams have been tough to beat. The Philadelphia Eagles (7-1) have won six games in a row…
Smokey Robinson, Jimmy Fallon set for Thanksgiving Parade
NEW YORK (AP) — Smokey Robinson, Jimmy Fallon, The Roots, Common and Andra Day will be among the stars celebrating at Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade…
Recent Deaths 11/1/17
Hortensia S. “Sam” Miller, 82, of Franklin, died Oct. 29, 2017. Ruth J. Friedlund, 89, died Oct. 30, 2017. Sherry Lee Wilson, 57, of Franklin, died Oct. 26,…
Pet of the day 10/31/17
Bridgette is a sweet and beautiful polydactyl cat. She is current on vaccines, negative for fiv and leukemia. She’ll be spayed. Bridgette can be found…
Pan-roasted Brussels sprouts with chorizo and toasted bread crumbs
Serves 6 Start to finish: 25 minutes 2 ounces Spanish chorizo sausage, diced (about 1/2 cup) 5 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided 2/3 cup…
Down came the rain … along with the leaves
A cold and rainy weekend dulled autumn’s final colors just a little bit. The weather may have even shortened the season a little by bringing…
Normal traffic patterns to be restored on Hunter Station Bridge
From staff reports Temporary traffic signals and long-term lane restrictions on the Hunter Station Bridge in Forest County are scheduled to be removed today and…
Sugarcreek police food drive nets 2 cruisers worth of items
From staff reports The Sugarcreek Borough Police Department held a food drive Saturday at the Cranberry Walmart. The department’s goal was to fill one of…
Tech companies find more signs of Russian election activity
WASHINGTON (AP) — Major tech companies plan to tell Congress Tuesday that they have found additional evidence of Russian activity on their services surrounding the…
Steelers ditching style points on way to top of AFC North
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The offense expected to light up scoreboards is instead grinding it out. The way the Pittsburgh Steelers defense is playing, it hardly…
‘House of Cards’ canceled as fallout continues for Spacey
NEW YORK (AP) — The fallout facing Kevin Spacey widened Monday following an accusation that he allegedly made sexual advances on a teen boy, with…
Recent Deaths 10/31/17
Patricia Elaine Steele, 72, died Oct. 28, 2017. Carol Ann (Zelinski) Overmoyer, 69, of Tionesta, died Oct. 27, 2017. Carl R. Morrow, 93, of Polk, died Oct. 25,…
Cherrytree Twp. accident
Salem Twp. criminal mischief
Veterans’ Compensation Cost-of-Living Adjustment Act of 2017
Last Wednesday, the Senate passed H.R. 1329, the Veterans’ Compensation Cost-of-Living Adjustment Act of 2017. This legislation would increase the rates of VA disability compensation,…
Pet of the day 10/30/17
Chips is a 9 month old, male, neutered Bull Terrier mix that was surrendered to the rescue center when owners realized he does not do…
Root Vegetable Gratin
Start to finish: 1 hour, 40 minutes (40 active) Servings: 10 to 12 1 3/4 cups whole milk 2 cups heavy cream 4 large sprigs…
Region had some noteworthy orchestras
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer As the Venango Chamber Orchestra celebrates its 25th anniversary, it follows a long tradition of enduring and well-known musical…
Severe storm leaves about 700K without power in Northeast
HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — A severe storm packing hurricane force wind gusts and soaking rain swept through the Northeast early Monday, knocking out power for…
Steelers lean on D, Smith-Schuster in 20-15 win
DETROIT (AP) — JuJu Smith-Schuster made an inside move like a veteran and used his young legs to do the rest. The rookie receiver scored…
Clooney’s ‘Suburbicon’ tanks, ‘Saw’ sequel No. 1 with $16.3M
NEW YORK (AP) — George Clooney’s “Suburbicon” notched one of the most dismal wide-release debuts in recent years on a sluggish pre-Halloween weekend where the…
Recent Deaths 10/30/17
Maurice A. Latshaw, 92, of Seneca, died Oct. 27, 2017. Carol A. (Zelinski) Overmoyer, 69, of Tionesta, died Oct. 27, 2017. Marjorie Lee “Marge” Bergin,…
Rockland Twp. criminal mischief
All dressed up ….
Several adoptable cats are all dressed up and have somewhere to go… hopefully to a good home. The Pumpkin Patch cat adoption event will be…
Pet of the day 10/27/17
Charity is an adorable female kitten. She is current on age appropriate vaccines and tested negative for fiv and leukemia. Charity can be found at…
Cajun-style stew with andouille and turkey
Servings: 8 Start to finish: 45 minutes (Active time: 25 minutes) 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 8 ounces tasso ham or other smoked ham, cut into…
‘Sleepy Hollow’ opens today
The Advanced Youth Theatre program at the Barrow-Civic Theatre will bring to the stage its fall production of “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” today and…
JFK Files: Thousand released but Trump holds back others
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump has blocked the release of hundreds of records on the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, bending to CIA…
Kessel does it again!
PITTSBURGH (AP) – Phil Kessel’s 300th career goal at 1:07 of overtime lifted the Pittsburgh Penguins to a 2-1 victory over the Winnipeg Jets on…
Ashley Judd: ‘Tipping point’ on sexual harassment is here
NEW YORK (AP) — Ashley Judd says the continuing flurry of allegations against Harvey Weinstein means society is at a “tipping point” on sexual harassment….
Recent Deaths 10/27/17
Allan I. “Bud” Daum, 93, of Butler, passed away Tuesday, Oct. 24, 2017. Brenda Kosciolek (nee Defibaugh), 59, of Marysville, went home to be with…
Trick-or-treating safety tips
Every year children anxiously count down the days until they are able to put on their costumes and head out into the neighborhood in search…
Pet of the day 10/26/17
Name: Dora Breed: Domestic Shorthair mix Age: 2 years Gender: Female Size: Medium Color: Black and White Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption Price: $40.00 Dora…
Buttermilk biscuits
— Keep the fat and buttermilk cold — Cut lard into a small dice. If using butter, grate with a box grater — Use a…
Venango County Historical Society to hold annual meeting Nov. 2
The Venango County Historical Society’s annual meeting will be held Thursday, Nov. 2, in the social room of Christ United Methodist Church on Buffalo Street,…
The Latest: At least 4 dead in Finland train crash
HELSINKI (AP) — The Latest on train crash in southern Finland (all times local): 10:50 a.m. Police in Finland say that at least four people…
Bryant benched by Tomlin
PITTSBURGH (AP) – The Pittsburgh Steelers have no plans to trade Martavis Bryant. They also apparently don’t have any plans to play him either. At…
‘Will & Grace’ star Sean Hayes reveals emergency surgery
LOS ANGELES (AP) — “Will & Grace” star Sean Hayes says he was hospitalized earlier this month after his small intestine burst. Hayes told Ellen…
Recent Deaths 10/26/17
Laura Lynn Tate, of Franklin, passed away peacefully Tuesday, Oct. 24, 2017. James B. “Jim” Deeter, 70, of Titusville, passed away Monday, Oct. 23, 2017….
Cranberry Twp. retail theft
Pinegrove Twp. criminal mischief
Pet of the day 10/25/17
Name: Cupcake Breed: Boxer mix Age: 4 years Size: Medium Gender: Female Color: Brown/ black Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Adoption Price: $75.00 Cupcake can be…
Pumpkin and spice breakfast bowl
Servings: 4 Start to finish: 15 minutes, plus freezing and thawing time Base: 1 large ripe banana, sliced 1 1/2 cups canned pumpkin puree 1…
Oil City School District extends administrator compensation pact
By JIM MEYER Staff writer The Oil City Area School Board on Monday night approved to extend the Act 93 administrator compensation agreement through June…
EPA chemical review would exclude millions of tons of toxins
BILLINGS, Mont. (AP) — Spurred by the chemical industry, President Donald Trump’s administration is retreating from a congressionally mandated review of some of the most…
Kessel’s OT winner leads Pens past Oilers
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Connor McDavid keeps getting the better of Sidney Crosby. Statistically, anyway. Considering the end result, it’s a trade-off Crosby and the Pittsburgh…
Viewership down for ‘Walking Dead’ debut
NEW YORK (AP) — “The Walking Dead” aired its 100th episode for its eighth season premiere the other night, although it wasn’t necessarily cause for…
Recent Deaths 10/25/17
Pauline S. Hindman, 81, of Franklin, died Oct. 22, 2017. Violet Doris Hill, 79, of Clarion, died Oct. 23, 2017. Ronald Richard “Rick” Riddle, 69,…
Work at Christ Episcopal Church continues
Terry Chiaramonte, of Gustafson General Contracting, scrapes the paint on one of the doors Monday at Christ Episcopal Church in Oil City. Renovation work on…