Nature’s flying jewels
To quote a Facebook friend, hummingbirds are nature’s flying jewels. With a little bit of sunshine, that statement proves to be very true. Under…
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Grilled chicken Caesar wrap
Start to finish: 30 minutes (not including optional marinating time) Makes 6 wraps Grilled Chicken 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil Juice and zest of…
Amazon offers Prime discount to those on government benefits
NEW YORK (AP) — Amazon is offering a sizeable discount on its Prime membership for people who receive government assistance. Customers that possess a valid…
Man died of natural causes while driving
By SAXON DAUGHERTY Staff writer A Westmoreland County man died behind the wheel of his vehicle Saturday afternoon in Cornplanter Township. Richard W. Brett, 62,…
Paul Richey Memorial Run scheduled Saturday
From staff reports The seventh annual Paul Richey Memorial Run will be held Saturday at the Samuel Justus Trail beginning on Oil City’s West End….
Report suggests Russia hackers breached voting software firm
WASHINGTON (AP) — Russian hackers attacked at least one U.S. voting software supplier days before last year’s presidential election, according to a government intelligence report…
Preds even Stanley Cup Final at 2-2, beat Pens 4-1
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Frederick Gaudreau sure is doing his best to earn his own locker with the Nashville Predators with a Stanley Cup Final…
Bill Cosby goes on trial, his legacy and freedom at stake
NORRISTOWN, Pa. (AP) — Bill Cosby went on trial Monday on charges he drugged and sexually assaulted a woman more than a decade ago, with…
Recent Deaths 6/6/17
Lucille I. Shawgo, 88, of Grove City, died June 2, 2017. Garnet E. Craig, 94, of West Monterey, died June 5, 2017. Robert R. Green…
Cornplanter Twp. fatal accident
NOT REAL NEWS: A look at what didn’t happen last week
The Associated Press A roundup of some of the most popular, but completely untrue, headlines of the week. None of these stories are legit, even…
Cranberry Twp. criminal mischief
Licking Twp. DUI
Pet of the day 6/5/17
Name: Spike Breed: Terrier, American Staffordshire mix Age: 1 year Gender: Male Size: Medium Color: Red/ White Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Spike can be found…
Sheriff: Disgruntled ex-worker killed 5, then himself
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — A disgruntled former employee opened fire inside a Florida awning manufacturer on Monday, killing five workers there and then killing himself,…
Corn gazpacho with garlic croutons
Start to finish: 2 hours 55 minutes (55 active) Servings: 4 For the soup: 4 cups fresh corn kernels 1 1/2 cups coarsely chopped peeled…
VA Resource Fair for Veterans, Families
Veterans and their families are invited to a free one-stop shop to learn about VA services and resources available during the VA Resource Fair. It…
Milestones and the people that make them happen!
OK, so I’m going to just say this up front. I’m sick. Been fighting whatever is going around! But today is the milestone achievement of…
Officials warn about mixing drugs and driving
From staff reports PennDOT Secretary Leslie S. Richards and Jennifer Smith, the state’s acting secretary of Drug and Alcohol Programs, are urging drivers not to…
Fun With Father Picnic planned June 17
From staff reports Venango Fatherhood Initiative’s Fun With Father Picnic will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, June 17, at the Creekside Pavilion at Hasson…
London attack: More detentions in hunt for accomplices
LONDON (AP) — British counterterrorism investigators searched two homes Monday and detained “a number” of people in the investigation into a van and knife attack…
Odd 7th-inning stretches don’t stop Pirates, beat Mets 11-1
NEW YORK (AP) — David Freese and the Pittsburgh Pirates picked a fine time to pad their lead — in-between a bizarre pair of seventh-inning…
Grande returns to Manchester to honor victims with benefit
MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Ariana Grande paid tribute to the city of Manchester, England, on Sunday with an energetic, all-star concert that raised millions for…
Recent Deaths 6/5/17
Bradley David Wright, 51, of Rocky Grove, died June 4, 2017. Katherine L. Johnson, 89, of Cranberry, died June 3, 2017. Gary V. Cunningham, 76, of Grove…
Deadline approaching for Oil Region photo contest
From staff reports The deadline to submit photographs for the Oil Region Photography Contest is nearing. Photographs will be accepted until Thursday, June 15. There…
Troy Twp. accident
Oil Creek Twp. retail theft
Pet of the day 6/2/17
Name: Rainy Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 2 years Gender: Female Size: Small Color: Black/ Orange Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Rainy can be found at…
Flaky fish tacos
Start to finish: 30 minutes Serves 4 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided 4 (6-ounce) filets tilapia, cod, barramundi or other flaky white fish 1/2 teaspoon…
Fantastic felines
Several area rescues are gearing up for The 2017 Kitty Summer Games which will be held Sunday, June 11, at the Venango SNYP building. A…
Grove students vandalize high school as senior prank
From staff reports A group of 15 students broke into Rocky Grove High School late Monday night as part of a senior prank. Sugarcreek Borough…
Indie Fest marks 10 years
By WILLIAM STEVENS Staff writer A decade ago, Jerome Wincek noticed a void in the heart of Oil City. He attempted to fill the void…
Doctor in Trump Hotel case back in court today
WASHINGTON (AP) — A Pennsylvania doctor arrested at Trump International Hotel in downtown Washington is due back in federal court Friday afternoon. Bryan Moles, 43,…
Subban says Preds will win Game 3 vs. Pens
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — A good night’s sleep has P.K. Subban more confident than ever about what the Nashville Predators will do on their own…
Unflappable Ananya Vinay wins National Spelling Bee
OXON HILL, Md. (AP) — Ananya Vinay never looked all that impressed by any of the words she was given in the finals of the…
Recent Deaths 6/2/17
Jody S. Newbill, 45, of Callensburg, died June 1, 2017. Harvey McDowell, 89, of Wolf Creek Township died June 1, 2017. Martha Kay Carnathan, 83, of…
Dance students will perform Saturday
Thomas School of Dance will present its 43rd annual Dance-O-Rama on at 1 and 7 p.m. Saturday, June 3, at the Oil City High School…
Cranberry Twp. hit and run
Brady Twp. theft
Pet of the day 6/1/17
Name: Sparky Breed: Jack Russell Terrier Age: 5 years Size: Small Gender: Male House-trained: Yes Sparky can be found at Precious Paws Animal Rescue.
Why making time for family meals is important
Family meals are about much more than what is served for dinner. Research indicates that spending time together around the table as a family promotes…
Grilled ratatouille
Servings: 6 Start to finish: 30 minutes 2 small or 1 large eggplant, cut into 1-inch slices (no need to peel) 2 medium zucchini, trimmed…
Doctor arrested at Trump hotel on gun charges due in court
WASHINGTON (AP) — The tip received by police was vague, but potentially dire: a Pennsylvania physician was on his way to the nation’s capital with…
At least 1 hurt in Seneca crash
Emergency personnel responded to this crash just before 9:30 a.m. Wednesday at the intersection of Meadow Road and Route 257 in Seneca. At least one…
St. Joseph students bring home awards
Six students from St. Joseph School in Lucinda brought home awards for their participation in this year’s Challenge 24 math competitions. Maddy Gilara (fourth from…
Afghans mourn after massive truck bombing kills 90
KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) — Afghans mourned the loss of family members, friends and colleagues on Thursday, a day after a massive truck bomb exploded in…
Penguins take 2-0 Stanley Cup lead
PITTSBURGH (AP) — By coach Peter Laviolette’s math, the Nashville Predators have been pretty good for all but 10 minutes of the Stanley Cup Final….
Chloe Grace Moretz apologizes for ad accused of body shaming
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Actress Chloe Grace Moretz and the creators of her upcoming animated film apologized Wednesday after promotional materials were criticized of body…
Recent Deaths 6/1/17
Willard C. “Bill” Heckathorn, 91, of Franklin, died May 30, 2017. Philip R. Nuhfer, 69, of Seneca, died May 31, 2017. Donald C. Winger, 80,…