Pepsi pulls widely mocked ad featuring Kendall Jenner
NEW YORK (AP) — Pepsi on Wednesday pulled an ad after it was widely mocked and criticized for appearing to trivialize protests for social justice…
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Recent Deaths 4/6/17
Lloyd Sievers Wolf, of Pacific Palisades, California, died March 16, 2017. Connie Lepley, 66, of Oil City, died April 5, 2017. Douglas B. “Doug” Ostergard,…
I was bearly working this assignment
“Are you coming in now? There is a bear stuck in a tree on Bissell and Cooper in Oil City.” I received this text at…
Donors pledge Syria billions as UN meets on chemical attack
BRUSSELS (AP) — International donors pledged billions of dollars in aid for war-ravaged Syria as the U.N. Security Council convened Wednesday for emergency talks over…
Clarion student charged in two domestic incidents
By NATASHA BRENNEMAN Staff writer A Clarion University student is facing multiple charges in connection with two domestic dispute incidents. Two criminals complaint filed through…
Little Free Library will be placed outside Wesley Grange
From staff reports A Little Free Library will soon be placed outside the Wesley Grange building at 601 Old Route 8 in Harrisville, and it…
6 arrested for terrorism in wake of Russia bombing
ST. PETERSBURG, Russia (AP) — As the residents of Russia’s second-largest city try to regain their nerve in the wake of a fatal subway bombing,…
Penguins power past slumping Blue Jackets 4-1
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Penguins downplayed the idea they tried to send a message during a decisive 4-1 victory over the Columbus Blue Jackets…
Colbert reaches another late-night milestone
NEW YORK (AP) — Stephen Colbert hit another milestone in his stunning late-night turnaround against Jimmy Fallon of NBC’s “Tonight” show. Colbert won in the…
Recent Deaths 4/5/17
Lewis C. “Lew” Fink, 88, of Oil City, died April 3, 2017. Earl R. “Jim” Martz, 80, of New Bethlehem, died April 3, 2017. Mildred…
Every 98 seconds
According to the Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN), someone is sexually assaulted on average every 98 seconds. And every eight minutes the victim…
Sandycreek Twp. burglary
Cranberry Twp. criminal mischief
Jackson Twp. theft
Trout season kicks off April 15
From staff reports The Pennsylvania Fish & Boat Commission has been busy stocking area waterways in anticipation of the first day of trout season. Statewide,…
Pet of the day 4/4/17
Name: Dani Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 1 year Gender: Female Size: Small Color: Brown/ Black Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption Price: $40.00 Dani can…
Best buds
The warming temperatures have brought out some of spring’s “best buds” over the past week. Lilacs have started putting forth leaves and the…
Burrata and prosciutto pizza
Start to finish: 25 minutes Serves 2 1 tablespoon cornmeal 9 ounces pizza dough, at room temperature Olive oil as needed 8 ounces burrata 4…
Meadville man faces charge of indecent assault
By SAXON DAUGHERTY Staff writer A Meadville man is facing assault charges after he allegedly had inappropriate contact with a juvenile female last week. A…
Camp Singing Hills closing ceremony
Girl Scout Troop 26242 members (from left) Paige Roess, Rilee Donahey, Kara Riley, Breann Clark, Alaina Franklin, Lauren Caralla and Audrey Frazier form the gates…
Officials: Russia subway blast was suicide attack
ST. PETERSBURG, Russia (AP) — A suicide bomber was behind a blast on the St. Petersburg subway that killed 14 people, Russian investigators said Tuesday,…
Red Sox rough up Pirates in opener
BOSTON (AP) — The Red Sox bid farewell to a legend at the end of last season. This season opened with a big day for…
‘Their Finest’ stylishly blends wit, romance in WWII
The Associated Press “Their Finest ” is a movie about making a movie, specifically a glossy propaganda film meant to bolster morale in Britain in…
Recent Deaths 4/4/17
Kenneth M. Woods, 84, of Franklin, died April 2, 2017. Nancy Emogene Oss, 76, of Widnoon, died April 2, 2017. Ethel W. Ford, 99, formerly of Pearl,…
Clearfield Borough fire investigation
Pet of the day 4/3/17
Name: Clyde Age: 1 year Color: Chestnut Weight: 30-35 lbs To meet Clyde contact Tri-County Animal Rescue Center on Facebook, call 814-918-2032, or email: contactus@Tricounty-arc.org.
Grilled Chicken Ciabatta with Romesco and Baby Greens
Serves 4 2 loaves ciabatta or 4 ciabattini (ciabatta rolls), sliced in half lengthwise Olive oil, for brushing Fine kosher or sea salt and freshly…
Honoring families of those who served
Many important dates in the month of April Gold Star Wives Day – April 5, 2017, is a day that is dedicated to widows/widowers whose…
Russia subway blast kills 10, injures 50
ST. PETERSBURG, Russia (AP) — A bomb blast tore through a subway train in Russia’s second-largest city Monday, killing 10 people and injuring about 40…
Vice President to speak at college’s May commencement
GROVE CITY (AP) — Vice President Mike Pence is to be the commencement speaker May 20 at Grove City College. The Grove City Collegian newspaper…
Chamber Orchestra plans concert to mark anniversary
From staff reports The Venango Chamber Orchestra is marking its 25th year. The group will present its annual spring concert Sunday, April 9, and will…
Storms take aim at Alabama after killing 2 in Louisiana
BREAUX BRIDGE, La. (AP) — Powerful storms that killed two in Louisiana took aim at Alabama and other parts of the Southeast on Monday, bringing…
Penguins hold on late, edge Hurricanes 3-2
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Mike Sullivan keeps insisting his team isn’t looking ahead. That the Pittsburgh Penguins haven’t let their eyes creep ahead to next week…
‘Boss Baby’ dethrones ‘Beauty and the Beast’ with $49M debut
NEW YORK (AP) — The taskmaster toddler of “The Boss Baby” dethroned Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast” at the box office with a $49 million…
Recent Deaths 4/3/17
Paula Kay Hosey, 52, of Lexington, North Carolina, formerly of Clarion, died March 11, 2017. Joseph O. Fleming, 80, of Strattanville, formerly of Punxsutawney, died…
Easter events set for area communities
Several Easter egg hunts have been scheduled in the region. Information on Easter events may be sent to goodtimes.thederrick@gmail.com. Emlenton The Emlenton Echoes 4-H Club…
Scrubgrass Twp. accident
Pet of the day 3/31/17
Name: Flygirl Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 1 year Gender: Female Size: Small Color: White/ Grey Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption Price: $40.00 Flygirl can…
Springing into things
As Tri-County Animal Rescue in Shippenville preps for its Hoppy Easter event, it’s giving some seniors a second shot at a good life. Safehaven Small…
Franklin students to compete in state Future Business Leaders event
Franklin Area High School students Savanna Carr, Steven Barr and Paige Ferry, along with their advisor, Debra Grove, will attend the Future Business Leaders…
Roasted carrot hummus
Servings: 16 appetizer-sized portions Start to finish: 50 minutes 1/2 cup well-roasted carrots, cut into small pieces (about 6 small carrots) Juice of 2 lemons,…
OC bridge illumination project starting soon
By SAXON DAUGHERTY Staff writer The first installation phase of the Center Street Bridge illumination project in Oil City is expected to be underway in…
Clarion jury convicts man who didn’t return for end of trial
By RODNEY L. SHERMAN Staff writer CLARION – A Rimersburg man was convicted this week by a Clarion County jury of 47 of the 48…
Venango SEED members build home in Georgia
From staff reports Clarion University, Venango SEED club members recently participated in Habitat for Humanity’s Collegiate Challenge and went to Valdosta, Georgia, where they built…
‘Tremendous’ traffic impact expected after bridge collapse
ATLANTA (AP) — Many commuters in some of Atlanta’s densely populated northern suburbs will have to find alternate routes or ride public transit for the…
BASEBALL 2017: New digs in Atlanta, eggs on hot dogs in KC
NEW YORK (AP) — When Chris Archer throws the first pitch of the 2017 Major League Baseball season on Sunday, he’ll unleash all sorts of…
‘Alien: Covenant’ clips are the stuff nightmares are made of
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Ridley Scott knows how to scare us. He’s been doing it for over 40 years. But the new footage from his…
Recent Deaths 3/31/17
Nina Joanne Raybuck, 80, of Shippenville, died March 30, 2017. For complete obituaries, please pick up a copy of The Derrick for this day or…
Crash on 15th Street hill
Local resident Jubal Kelly spotting this crash at about 4 p.m. today on 15th Street hill in Franklin. Drivers may want to seek an alternate route.