Grilled provencal chicken and peppers
Start to finish: 7 hours (6 hours of marinating time) Serves 6 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts 2 red bell peppers 2 yellow bell…
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PA school rules require vaccinations within 5 days
PITTSBURGH (AP) — New Pennsylvania Department of Health rules require school students to be fully vaccinated within five days of the beginning of the school…
1 injured in Route 257 crash
From staff reports An Oil City man was injured in a two-vehicle accident on Route 257 in Cranberry Township on Monday afternoon, state police in…
Cranberry board hears report on schools’ free food program
By SALLY BELL Staff writer The student body in Cranberry School District doesn’t meet the income guidelines needed to participate in the federal free breakfast…
US sets up missile defense in S. Korea as North shows power
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — Hours after a display of North Korean military power, rival South Korea announced Wednesday the installation of key parts of…
Hendricks outduels Cole, Cubs top Pirates 1-0
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Kyle Hendricks spent the first weeks of 2017 trying to recapture the stuff he dealt so easily a year ago while posting…
Oops! Serena Williams made pregnancy public by accident
VANCOUVER, British Columbia (AP) — Serena Williams says she was taking a personal photo of her progressing pregnancy on Snapchat when she accidentally pressed the…
Recent Deaths 4/26/17
Colonel William H. McChesney, 95, formerly of Widnoon and Brookville, died April 23, 2017. Dorothy I. Helwig, 84, of Lititz, died April 23, 2017. Karen Marie Ayotte,…
Cranberry Twp. theft
Cranberry Twp. accident
Pet of the day 4/25/17
Name: Evie Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 3 years Gender: Female Size: Medium Color: Brown/ Black Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption Price: $40.00 Evie can…
Genova’s closing permanently in OC
From staff reports Genova’s Restaurant and Pizzeria on Seneca Street in Oil City will close its doors permanently at the end of business hours Saturday….
Images of color
Last week brought beautiful butterflies, terrific tulips and perfectly pretty posies. When the rain finally stopped, the sun came out and nature showed off her true…
Spring leek frittata
Start to finish: 25 minutes (Active: 10 minutes) Servings: 4 1 leek 5 large eggs 3 tablespoons whole milk 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon…
Cranberry board awards contracts for capital repairs
By SALLY BELL Staff writer The Cranberry area school board approved a resolution Monday night to award contracts for capital improvements at the district. Renick…
Autism awareness walk was a ‘success’ despite smaller turnout
From staff reports The local Autism Stands organization held its third autism awareness walk Saturday afternoon in Oil City. There were 500 participants in the…
Gov’t shutdown, health bill rescue at stake in Congress
WASHINGTON (AP) — Bipartisan bargainers are making progress toward a budget deal to prevent a partial federal shutdown this weekend, a major hurdle overcome when…
Cubs keep rolling, crush Pirates 14-3
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Jason Heyward is getting tired of talking about his rebuilt swing. Considering what the Chicago Cubs center fielder is doing at the…
Sex, lies and physics: ‘Genius’ drama is Einstein tell-all
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The unparalleled brilliance and puckish wit? Check. The trademark wild mop of hair? Check. The marital infidelity and free-wheeling sex? Yes,…
Recent Deaths 4/25/17
Martha M. “Marty” Weaver, 90, of Emlenton, died April 23, 2017. Daniel G. McClellan Sr., 75, of Danielson, Connecticut, formerly of Marienville, died April 20, 2017….
My ankles hurt, but not as much as my heart
I put on a pair of 4 Inch silver heels that sparked in the sunlight just so I could know what it is like to…
Cranberry Twp. theft
Clarion Twp. DUI
Pet of the day 4/24/17
Name: Luke Breed: Boxer/Labrador Retriever Mix Color: Brindle Age: Adult Size: Medium 26-60 lbs Sex: Male House-trained: Yes Luke can be found at Tri-County Animal…
Local students heading to state academic competition
The Rocky Grove High School Senior High Academic Challenge Team will be taking part in the 26th Annual Pennsylvania Academic Competition on Friday, April 28,…
Mushroom and cheese burrito
Start to finish: 1 hour 20 minutes Servings: 6 1½ pounds Portobello mushrooms (about 6 medium to large) 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice, plus lime…
Improving programs for vets
President Signs VFW-Supported Bill Last Wednesday, VFW Adjutant General Robert E. Wallace was at the White House to join President Trump as he signed a…
Man arrested for burglaries in Cranberry
From staff reports A Philadelphia man is facing felony charges of burglary and criminal trespass after taking items from local stores and eluding police Friday…
Seneca bowling alley to host ‘Cops n’ Kids’ outing
By SALLY BELL Staff writer Seneca Lanes is hoping that an upcoming event helps break down some barriers between kids and community service officers. A…
S. Korea, allies brace for N. Korea follow-up act
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — North Korea marks the founding anniversary of its military on Tuesday, and South Korea and its allies are bracing for…
Absences of Marte, Bumgarner could shake up NL
The Associated Press The Pittsburgh Pirates and San Francisco Giants are both in last place, and that’s not even their biggest problem at the moment….
‘The Fate of the Furious’ laps new films at box office
LOS ANGELES (AP) — “The Fate of the Furious” sped into first place at the box office again, leaving new thriller “Unforgettable” and historical drama…
Recent Deaths 4/24/17
Ronald L. Snyder, 85, of Seneca, died April 22, 2017. Edna R. “Becky” Edinger Boorech, 71, of Sligo, formerly of Parker, died April 21, 2017….
In the mews
Crystal the cat from Tri-County Animal Rescue Center in Shippenville has something to say. An awesome animal event is planned for Saturday. Precious Paws Animal…
Oakland Twp. accident
Vision Quest escape
Pet of the day 4/21/17
Name: Peppermint Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 6 months Gender: Female Size: Small Color: Black/ Beige Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Peppermint can be found at…
Hummus-crusted roasted vegetables
Start to finish: 30 minutes Servings: 6 servings 1 cup baby carrots 1 cup broccoli florets 1 cup cauliflower florets 1 cup bell pepper slices…
Police seek threats suspect
From staff reports Corry state police are investigating a incident in which a Cranberry man allegedly sent a text message Sunday evening threatening to kill…
Art exhibit opens tonight in OC
Artist George Cooley hangs a painting in the office space at 24 Seneca St. in Oil City that will host its second exhibit, “The Warlord…
Officials: Police had Champs-Elysees attacker in their grasp
PARIS (AP) — The Champs-Elysees gunman who shot and killed a police officer just days before France’s presidential election was detained in February for threatening…
Pens eliminate Blue Jackets with 5-2 win
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The puck fluttered into the net and the Columbus Blue Jackets thrust their arms into the air, certain they had tied the…
The truth is out there: ‘The X-Files is coming back
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The truth is out there: “The X-Files” is coming back. Fox said Thursday it has ordered a second chapter of what…
Recent Deaths 4/21/17
Ronald E. Emeigh, 83, of Franklin, died April 12, 2017. For complete obituaries, please pick up a copy of The Derrick for this day…
Emlenton Borough Theft
Monroe Twp. disorderly conduct
Man confesses on television to being ‘Spokane Spanker’
SPOKANE, Wash. (AP) — A man who claims to have slapped the backsides of dozens of women along a popular hiking trail that runs through…
Regaining your work-life balance
Balancing work and family life is a major challenge for many professionals. Many established professionals find it stressful to juggle the demands of successful careers…
Pet of the day 4/20/17
Name: Seth Breed: Beagle Mix Age: 1 year Gender: Male Size: Medium Color: White/ Orange Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Seth can be found at Venango…
Eric Frein found guilty of murder
MILFORD (AP) — The news came at 4:37 p.m. Wednesday, April 19, 2017. The jury had reached a verdict. Minutes later, sheriff’s deputies escorted Eric…