Bell wants Steelers to stick to ground game
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Le’Veon Bell isn’t worried about Ben Roethlisberger. The Pittsburgh Steelers game plan is another matter. The Pro Bowl running back wasn’t offered…
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Stormtroopers on Soldier Field introduce ‘Last Jedi’ trailer
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The trailer for “Star Wars: The Last Jedi” debuted in dramatic fashion during “Monday Night Football” halftime. Fireworks flashed and Stormtroopers…
Recent Deaths 10/10/17
Russell F. Byars, 54, of Franklin, died Oct. 7, 2017. John J. Hutz, 93, of Franklin, died Oct. 7, 2017. Twila Mae Montgomery Hoffman, 94, of…
Wind-whipped wildfires sweep into California wine country
SONOMA, Calif. (AP) — More than a dozen wildfires whipped by powerful winds swept through California wine country Monday, destroying at least 1,500 homes and…
Tractor Trailer crash on I-80
Richland Twp. crash
Pet of the day 10/9/17
Chloe, a Yorkshire Terrier Yorkie and West Highland White Terrier Westie mix is available for adoption through Precious Paws Animal Rescue in Franklin. She’s an…
40th Annual Erie to Pittsburgh Diabetes Walk is Friday
Friday, Oct. 13, is the start day of The Pennsylvania VFW’s Erie to Pittsburgh Diabetes Walk. This is the 40th year. The walk will start…
Venus man reported missing since Thursday
From staff reports Franklin state police reported a missing person last seen at the Country Fair on the North Side of Oil City. Burton David…
Home escape plan is focus of Fire Prevention Week
By JIM MEYER Staff writer This year’s Fire Prevention Week theme, “Every Second Counts: Plan 2 Ways Out!” works to better educate the public about…
Nate marches across East Coast, dumping heavy rains
BILOXI, Miss. (AP) — Nate slogged its way across the U.S. East Coast on Monday, dumping heavy rains and bringing gusty winds to inland states…
Roethlisberger’s rough day paves way for Steelers’ loss
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Don’t blame the national anthem dust up. Or Antonio Brown’s latest tantrum. Or Le’Veon Bell’s non-holdout holdout. Or Martavis Bryant’s re-immersion into…
‘Blade Runner 2049’ pulls in older guys but few others
NEW YORK (AP) — “Blade Runner 2049” had the pedigree, the stars and the stellar reviews. But even though the highly touted sequel had seemingly…
Recent Deaths 10/9/17
Jon D. “Rupe” Rupert, 57, of Saxonburg, died Oct. 7, 2017. Russell F. Byars, 54, of Franklin, died Oct. 7, 2017. Richard J. “Rick” Linden, 55, of…
Oil Creek Twp. theft
Huston Twp. accident
Holiday Closings
Columbus Day will be observed Monday, and several local offices and business will have adjusted hours or services. City and County offices Franklin city hall…
Pet of the day 10/6/17
Rollie is a 6 year old, male, Poodle/Schnauzer mix that was surrendered to the rescue center. Rollie is new to the rescue and appears to…
Mole Poblano
Servings: 8 Start to finish: 2 hours, 45 minutes (Active time: 2 hours) 1/4 cup lard or unsalted butter (1/2 stick) 4 mulato chiles, wiped…
Death investigation leads to meth lab charges
By RODNEY L. SHERMAN Clarion News Editor The ongoing investigation into the death of a 28-year-old Callensburg woman has led to the arrest of three…
Team building day
Oil City High School students participated in a team building day Thursday at Two Mile Run County Park. Despite some wet weather, activities included a…
Kremlin warns US against restrictions on Russian media
MOSCOW (AP) — The Kremlin is warning that Moscow could respond quid pro quo if Washington restricts operations of Russian news outlets in the United…
Blackhawks pound Penguins 10-1 in opener
CHICAGO (AP) — Brandon Saad was a force on both ends of the ice. Patrick Kane made a couple of dazzling passes. Nick Schmaltz showed…
American Film Institute to fete Clooney for life achievement
NEW YORK (AP) — George Clooney will be the 46th recipient of the AFI Life Achievement Award. The American Film Institute announced Thursday it will…
Recent Deaths 10/6/17
Larry William Cummings, 68, of Oil City, died Oct. 4, 2017. For complete obituaries, please pick up a copy of The Derrick for this day…
Clinton Twp. accident
Arrested drunk man claims he time traveled to warn of aliens
CASPER, Wyo. (AP) — Police say a central Wyoming man they arrested for public intoxication claimed he had traveled back in time to warn of…
Enjoy an eco-friendly autumn
Autumn arrives with cool breezes, awe-inspiring foliage and the hint of holidays on the horizon. Fall is a favorite time of year for many people…
Pet of the day 10/5/17
Name: Habanero Breed: Domestic Shorthair mix Age: 2 years Gender: Female Size: Small Color: Grey Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption Price: $40.00 Habanero can be…
Meatless cheesy oat burger
Servings: 4 Start to finish: 30 minutes (including 10 minutes chilling time) 1/3 cup minced shallot or sweet onion 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 cup…
Netflix raising US prices by for most popular plan
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Netflix is raising the price for its most popular U.S. video streaming plan by 10 percent— a move that could boost…
2 OC residents facing charges in online stalking incident
By MARISSA DECHANT Staff writer Two Oil City residents are facing charges following an alleged online stalking incident that occurred last month. A criminal complaint…
Volunteers needed for tax aide program
From staff reports The Venango County Senior Volunteer Program, in cooperation with the AARP Tax-Aide Program, is looking for volunteers age 55 and older to…
Clues few and elusive for motive of Las Vegas gunman
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Those seeking to know the motive of Las Vegas gunman Stephen Paddock have had little more to chase than hints and…
Pietrangelo gives Blues 5-4 victory over Pens
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Penguins insist they’re well aware of the bumpy road ahead as the two-time defending Stanley Cup champions chase history. Just…
2 sides of Tim Roth on display in his pair of TV projects
NEW YORK (AP) — Popular film and TV actor Tim Roth has played a lot of bad guys. In movies ranging from “Reservoir Dogs” and…
Recent Deaths 10/5/17
Velma Mae Kline McCauley, 95, formerly of Venus, died Oct. 3, 2017. James N. Greenawalt Sr., 81, of Fisher, died Oct. 4, 2017. Doris Virginia Fink, 100, of…
Pine Twp. accident
Titusville 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 10/4/17
Name: Creed Breed: Terrier, American Pit Bull mix Age: 2 years Gender: Male Size: Medium Color: White/ Brindle Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Creed can be…
Mongolian beef over rice
Serves 6 Start to finish: 25 minutes ¼ cup (approximately) plus 2 teaspoons vegetable or canola oil, divided 2 teaspoons finely minced garlic 1 tablespoon…
Identity theft education event set Oct. 21 in Clarion
From staff reports State Rep. Donna Oberlander of Clarion will host an event designed to educate consumers about the ongoing threat of identity theft and…
Job interview workshop slated Oct. 18 in Oil City
From staff reports A free workshop will be offered later this month for people looking to polish up their job interview skills. Well Spring, a…
Puerto Rico raises hurricane’s official death count to 34
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — The official death toll from Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico has increased to 34 from 16, the U.S. territory’s…
Confident, quiet Murray ready to take mantle from Fleury
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Matt Murray jokes he can’t help but do a double take whenever he sees a No. 30 Pittsburgh Penguins jersey in public….
Kate Winslet boards James Cameron’s ‘Avatar’ universe
LOS ANGELES (AP) — It’s a titanic reunion — Kate Winslet is joining the “Avatar” franchise, reuniting the actress with “Titanic” director James Cameron. A…
Recent Deaths 10/4/17
Joyce A. Scott, 55, of Oil City, died Oct. 2, 2017. Velma M. Kline McCauley, 95, formerly of Oil City, died Oct. 3, 2017. Mark…
Cranberry Twp. theft
Farmington Twp. accident
Pet of the day 10/3/17
Name: Waffle Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 8 months Gender: Female Size: Small Color: Black Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption Price: $50.00 Waffle can be…