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,…
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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…
Gorgonzola Canapés with Walnuts
Makes 30 canapés 11/2 cups crumbled Gorgonzola cheese 1/2 cup chopped walnuts 30 sturdy round crackers 3/4 cup dried cranberries 1/4 cup minced fresh parsley…
Man facing assault, terroristic threats charges
By MARISSA DECHANT Staff writer A Pleasantville man is facing assault charges after he allegedly threw an ax in the direction of his wife Tuesday…
Area students to perform Friday at conference in Erie
From staff reports Band members representing Clarion, Union, Keystone and Brookville high schools who are part of the Assessment Honors Band will perform Friday during…
Japan, Australia to deepen ties amid N. Korea tension
TOKYO (AP) — Australian Foreign Minister Julie Bishop urged China on Thursday to do more to help out in the international effort to pressure and…
The origins of 4/20, marijuana’s high holiday
SEATTLE (AP) — Thursday marks marijuana culture’s high holiday, 4/20, when college students gather — at 4:20 p.m. — in clouds of smoke on campus…
Prince’s 1980s band hits the road for memorial tour
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — For members of Prince’s 1980s backing band The Revolution, reuniting and hitting the road for a spring U.S. tour is how they…
Recent Deaths 4/20/17
James Joseph “Jim” Logan II, 71, of Franklin, died April 17, 2017. Helen Irene “Tootie” Bashline, 76, of Shippenville, died April 18, 2017. Elizabeth A. “Betty” Black, 68,…
Bill O’Reilly out at Fox News Channel after 20 years
NEW YORK (AP) — Bill O’Reilly has lost his job at Fox News Channel following reports that five women had been paid millions of dollars…
Rockland Twp. accident
Cranberry Twp. DUI
Pet of the day 4/19/17
Name: Lilly Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 1 year Gender: Female Size: Small Color: White/ Black Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption Price: $40.00 Lilly can…
Letter carriers food drive set May 13
From staff reports Local letter carriers are gearing up for their annual food drive May 13. This year marks the National Association of Letter Carriers’…
Roasted asparagus with lemon dressing
Serves 6 to 8 Start to finish: 25 minutes Roasted Asparagus: 2 pounds medium-thick asparagus 1 tablespoon olive oil Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper…
Man accused of sexually assaulting girl, 15
By SAXON DAUGHERTY Staff Writer A Greenville man is facing felony sexual assault charges after he allegedly had inappropriate contact with a 15-year-old girl. Trooper…
Multimodal hub plans would bring additional parking to OC
By SALLY BELL Staff writer Proposed plans for the Oil City multimodal hub would bring some additional public parking spaces to downtown Oil City. The…
McDonald’s order trips up Facebook slaying suspect
ERIE (AP) – Facebook slaying suspect Steve Stephens was undone by a 20-piece Chicken McNuggets and an order of fries. The man who police say…
Blue Jackets beat Penguins 5-4 to avoid sweep
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Columbus coach John Tortorella hates the kind of music his players often blare in the dressing room. Still, he really wanted…
Fowler, Leake lead Cardinals past Marte-less Pirates 2-1
ST. LOUIS (AP) — Mike Leake doesn’t have too many secrets on the mound. For the Cardinals right-hander, location is everything. Leake owned the strike…
Ex-NFL star Hernandez dead after hanging self in cell
BOSTON (AP) — Former NFL star Aaron Hernandez, who was serving a life sentence for a murder conviction and just days ago was acquitted of…
Recent Deaths 4/19/17
Mae Belle Manners, 77, of Oil City, died April 17, 2017. James Joseph “Jim” Logan II, 71, of Franklin, died April 17, 2017. Donald R….
Cranberry Twp. DUI
Fox Twp. retail theft
New and upcoming
Warming temps and sunshine brought some new arrivals to both flora and fauna. Spring birds are starting to filter in as more buds preview…
Pet of the day 4/18/17
Name: Chica Breed: Chihuahua/ Pug Mix Gender: Female Size: Small Age: Adult Color: Brindle Chica can be found at Precious Paws Animal Rescue.