Recent Deaths 2/15/18
Pastor W. Craig Smith, 79, of Kane, died Feb. 12, 2018. Jane E. Young (Brown) 85, of Sun City, California, formerly of Oil City, died…
Articles by VenangoExtra.com
Scrubgrass Twp. criminal mischief
Cranberry Twp. theft
Pet of the day 2/14/18
Name: Raven Breed: Domestic Short Hair Gender: Female Size: Medium Color: Black Age: 1 year House-trained: Yes Raven can be found at Precious Paws Animal…
Steamed Mussels in Lemongrass and Basil
Serves 4 as an appetizer or snack 1/2 cup Basic Chicken Stock (see below) 2 tablespoons minced lemongrass 6 kaffir lime leaves, torn or cut…
2 priests in Erie Diocese relieved of duties
From staff reports Two priests in the Erie Catholic Diocese have been relieved of their duties and are prohibited from having any contact with minors,…
Valley Grove School District plans $66K for tech access
By WILLIAM STEVENS Staff writer The Valley Grove School Board had a tech-centric work session on Monday night as it discussed its intention to increase…
Suspect held, SUV stopped after shooting at NSA gate
FORT MEADE, Maryland (AP) — Police responded to a shooting Wednesday outside the National Security Agency campus at Fort Meade, where authorities surrounded a handcuffed…
Guentzel, Aston-Reese lead Penguins past Senators
PITTSBURGH (AP) — It was a big night for two of the youngest Pittsburgh Penguins. The same can be said for a longtime NHL veteran,…
Seizing the moment with Shaun White on NBC
NEW YORK (AP) — Highlights from media coverage of the Pyeongchang Olympics: THE OLYMPIC MOMENT: “You can’t script this any better,” NBC’s Todd Harris said…
Recent Deaths 2/14/18
Holly S. Matthews, 73, formerly of 409 N. Perry St., Titusville, died Feb.12, 2018. Patrica “Pat” Lou Peterson, 75, formerly of Oil City, died Feb. 9, 2018….
Frolicking in the fog
After last week’s snowfall, warmer and more humid air moved in and fogged things up a bit. However, the colder, drier air returned for the…
Cranberry Twp. sexual abuse
Oil City firearm possession
Pet of the day 2/13/18
Name: Sophie Breed: Terrier, Pit Bull mix Age: 6 years Gender: Female Size: Medium Color: Blue Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption Price: $100.00 Sophie can…
Barbecue beer beef stew
Serves 4 to 6 Start to finish: 6 1/2 hours (includes six hours in the slow cooker) 3 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1…
Seneca man accused of stealing from elementary team
By MARISSA DECHANT Staff writer A Seneca man is facing charges after he allegedly stole more than $3,000 from the Oil City Lil Drillers elementary…
Nominations are being accepted for preservation awards
From staff reports Nominations are being accepted for the Oil Heritage Region Historic Preservation Awards. The program recognizes rehabilitation and restoration efforts undertaken during the…
Russia: Deadly plane crash caused by pilots’ error on heat
MOSCOW (AP) — Human error may be to blame for the crash of a Russian plane that killed 71 people, Russian investigators said Tuesday, noting…
Country singer Daryle Singletary dies at age 46
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Country singer Daryle Singletary, who sang songs like “I Let Her Lie” and “Too Much Fun,” has died. A publicist says…
Recent Deaths 2/13/18
Scott R. Hoover, 61, of Franklin, died Feb 5, 2018. Stanley F. Warcholik, 89, of Franklin, died Feb. 11, 2018. Thomas Clark Maxwell died Feb….
Cherrytree Twp. criminal mischief
Barkeyville Borough theft
Sex offender resigns as Spartansburg fire chief
SPARTANSBURG (AP) — A registered sex offender who was recently re-elected as chief of a Pennsylvania town’s volunteer fire department has resigned. The (Corry) Journal…
Pet of the day 2/12/18
Name: Marley Breed: Domestic Short hair Gender: Male Size: Medium Color: Tabby House-trained: Yes Marley can be found at Precious Paws Animal Rescue.
Onion beer bread
Start to finish: 60 minutes (20 active) Servings: 12 1 stick butter 2 cups thin sliced onion rings (about 1 medium onion) 2 teaspoons minced…
It’s Tax Time Again
It’s that time of the year to do your taxes. It is also the same time that scammers are out trying to get your hard…
Blackout hits Puerto Rico following fire, explosion
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — An explosion and fire at an electric substation threw much of northern Puerto Rico into darkness late Sunday in…
Crosby scores 2, reaches 400 goals in Pens’ 4-1 win
ST. LOUIS (AP) — Sidney Crosby got another milestone goal on Sunday. The puck went right to his dad. Crosby scored twice, including his 400th…
Royal wedding guests: Who makes the list?
LONDON (AP) — Forget the Winter Olympics, the World Cup or the Champion’s League. The real competition right now is who’s going to be invited…
Recent Deaths 2/12/18
Anna M. DeLoe Seyler, 63, of Shippenville, died Feb. 11, 2018. Bernadine J. “Deanie” Allen, 87, of Oil City, died Feb. 10, 2018. Willie Mae Leadbetter, 87,…
Sale of firearms
Sending love
Will you be my Furry Valentine? People may purchase a personalized heart (or several) and let Clarion PAWS residents know how much they’re loved, according…
US flu season still worsening; now as bad as 2009 swine flu
NEW YORK (AP) — The flu has further tightened its grip on the U.S. This season is now as bad as the swine flu epidemic…
Registrations being accepted for fatherhood program
From staff reports Registrations are being accepted for the Venango Fatherhood Initiative’s “24/7 Dad” program. This series of group meetings for fathers and families begins…
Pet of the day 2/9/18
Name: Libby Breed: Shepherd and Collie Mix Gender: Female Size: Medium Color: Brown/ Chocolate Age: 3 years House-trained: Yes Libby can be found at Precious…
Lemon and vanilla bean angel food cake
Servings: 12 Start to finish: 2 hours, including inactive cooking and cooling time 2/3 cup organic sugar 1/2 vanilla bean, grains scraped from pod 2…
Local residents offer comments on Route 8 study
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer Local residents offering comments at Thursday’s PennDOT session were emphatic and unanimous in their insistence that the four-lane stretch…
‘No Strings Attached: A Pinocchio Story’ will be performed Feb. 16-17
From staff reports It’s an enchanting story of obedience, respect and truth when “No Strings Attached: A Pinocchio Story” is performed Friday and Saturday, Feb….
Trump signs budget deal, government to reopen
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump on Friday signed a $400 billion budget deal that sharply boosts spending and swells the federal deficit, ending a…
Steelers name Bradley, Dunbar as coaches
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Steelers overhauled a portion of their defensive coaching staff Thursday, hiring Karl Dunbar as defensive line coach and Tom Bradley…
Family blames movie exec’s suicide on Weinstein scandal
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Jill Messick, who served as a producer on films such as “Frida” and “Baby Mama,” has taken her own life, her…
Recent Deaths 2/9/18
Marjorie Danzer Straub, of Midland, Michigan, died Jan. 30, 2018. Celia DeVault Shreffler Kolacek, 86, of Diamond, died Feb. 7, 2018. Erma Negri Oliver, 100, formerly of…
‘Snowman in the Forest’ set for Feb. 17
From staff reports The Cook Forest Vacation Bureau once again will sponsor a fun family day, “Snowman in the Forest,” beginning at 11:30 a.m. Saturday,…
Cranberry Twp. theft
Clintonville Borough accident
Unique ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day is an opportunity for couples to celebrate their love for each other, whether their relationship is relatively new or has endured through many…
Florida woman: Airline told me to flush pet hamster
MIAMI (AP) — A Florida woman says an airline told her to flush her hamster down an airport toilet because the emotional support rodent wasn’t…
Pet of the day 2/8/18
Name: Walter Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 5 months Gender: Male Size: Small Color: White/ Black Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption Price: $50.00 Walter can…
Irish Potato Bread
Makes 8 Serves 4 13/4 cups smooth mashed potatoes (1 very large cooked potato or 2 medium) 3/4 cup self-rising flour 1/4 teaspoon powdered mustard…