Deadly wildfires in 4 states force thousands from homes
HUTCHINSON, Kan. (AP) — Emergency crews on Tuesday struggled to contain deadly wildfires that have scorched hundreds of square miles of land in four states…
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Bacon-Wrapped Beef Tenderloin with Green Peppercorn
Serves: 10 Start to Finish: 90 minutes 1 trimmed tenderloin, center cut, about 4-5 pounds Olive oil Salt and pepper 1 pound thin-cut bacon, at…
Video contest entries to be screened Wednesday at Titusville YWCA
From staff reports TITUSVILLE – Screening of video entries for a contest sponsored by the Titusville YWCA and NWPA Tobacco Control Program will be held…
Clarion dancers will be featured on national television
From staff reports The Dancer’s Studio Junior and Senior Competition Dance Team of Clarion won a number of awards at the Fierce National Dance Competition…
US moves parts of controversial missile defense to S. Korea
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — U.S. missile launchers and other equipment needed to set up a controversial missile defense system have arrived in South Korea,…
Children under 16 can’t see ‘Beauty and the Beast’ in Russia
MOSCOW (AP) — Children under age 16 won’t be able to go to the new Disney film “Beauty and the Beast” in Russia because it…
Recent Deaths 3/7/17
Thomas James “T.J.” Thompson, 50, of Knox, died March 5, 2017. Daniel E. Porter, 61, died March 4, 2017. Alan R. Morris, 51, of Clarion, died March 5,…
History of Daylight Savings Time; K-9 Corps to mark birthday
Daylight Savings Time This Sunday move your clocks ahead one hour, or Spring forward. Here is some history of the time change. Daylight Savings Time,…
Pet of the day 3/6/17
Angel, a Domestic Medium Hair, is a 3 year old spayed tortoiseshell. She has a round head that tapers into a modified wedge, green eyes,…
Titusville woman scammed
From staff reports A 78-year-old Titusville woman was scammed for $2,000 Friday afternoon. According to Franklin police, the woman received a phone call from someone…
Charitable Deeds begins campaign for veterans
From staff reports Charitable Deeds and Services, an all-volunteer group that provides services and assistance to residents in Venango, Clarion and Forest counties, has launched…
N. Korea fires 4 banned ballistic missiles into sea
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — North Korea on Monday fired four banned ballistic missiles that flew about 1,000 kilometers (620 miles) on average, with three…
Fleury stands tall in relief, Penguins rally by Sabres 4-3
PITTSBURGH (AP) — His team flat, listless and basically overwhelmed during a miserable first period against Buffalo on Sunday, Pittsburgh Penguins coach Mike Sullivan looked…
Lithgow keeps you guessing, and laughing, in ‘Trial & Error’
NEW YORK (AP) — Did he do it? He does it. John Lithgow, who stars in NBC’s daffy new comedy “Trial & Error” as a…
Recent Deaths 3/6/17
William Terence “Terry” Renwick, 76, died March 3, 2017. John William “Bill” Vilberg, 101, of Clarion, died March 1, 2017. Maxine Marie Best Barr, 93, of…
Franklin DUI
Falls Creek Borough theft
Man facing charges after courthouse altercation
From staff reports A Franklin man was arrested following a physical altercation Wednesday afternoon at the Venango County Courthouse. Franklin police said William Ziegler, 57,…
Pet of the day 3/3/17
Eddie is a sweet 10 year old male Pug recently surrendered to the rescue center. For more information on Eddie please contact Tri-County Animal Rescue…
Tabby tails and the quieter life
Tri-County Animal Rescue Center in Shippenville has some terrific tabbies. Several area rescues have some golden-agers who could use some not-so-noisy homes. Fundraisers are springing…
Chard-wrapped enchiladas
Start to finish: 1 hour Servings: 8 For the sauce: 1 28-ounce can of whole peeled tomatoes 1/2 large yellow onion, roughly chopped 3 cloves…
Arrest made in national threats to Jewish community centers
NEW YORK (AP) — A jilted ex-boyfriend is behind at least eight of the scores of threats made against Jewish Community Centers nationwide, plus a…
Suspicious letter prompts scam reminder from police
From staff reports Oil City police are asking area residents to be on the lookout for potential scams after a man brought a suspicious correspondence…
Glade Run school in Utica has opened
From staff reports A new Utica school for students with special needs is open and ready to accept referrals for students. St. Stephen’s Utica, the…
High school makes $24 million from Snap IPO
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — A California high school has made millions of dollars from the initial public offering of shares in Snap Inc., the company…
Pirates’ Kang gets suspended 2-year jail term for crash
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — A South Korean court has handed Pittsburgh Pirates infielder Jung Ho Kang a suspended two-year prison sentence for fleeing the…
Review: ‘Zelda’ changes radically, but fans will adore it
The Associated Press At the beginning of the new chapter of “The Legend of Zelda,” longtime hero Link awakens from a 100-year coma to find…
Recent Deaths 3/3/17
Betty I. Raybuck, 89, of New Bethlehem, died March 1, 2017. Russell Clair Ashbaugh, 72, of Strattanville, died March 2, 2017. Robert Joseph Nicholas Kerr, 89, of…
Walmart theft
Clintonville Borough DUI
How to stay healthy when dining out
Dining out is wildly popular. The convenience of letting someone else do the cooking and the opportunity to try new types of cuisine is too…
Pet of the day 3/2/17
Name: Barley Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 10 months Gender: Male Size: Medium Color: Orange/ White Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption Price: $40.00 Barley can…
Irish scones with smoked salmon
Makes about 10 scones Start to finish: 25 minutes 3 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for patting out the dough 2 tablespoons sugar 1 tablespoon…
2 women face multiple charges for forging checks
From staff reports Two women face a plethora of charges after forging checks in November and December last year. According to Franklin police, Rita Mueller-Bugna,…
Riverview IU6 hosts PA STEM competition
From staff reports CLARION – Riverview Intermediate Unit 6 hosted a regional Governor’s PA STEM Competition Feb. 27 at the RIU6 headquarters in Clarion. This…
Judge: Casey Anthony may have accidentally killed daughter
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — The judge who presided over Casey Anthony’s murder trial says the Florida mother may have killed her 2-year-old daughter by accident….
Blackhawks rough up Penguins, 4-1
CHICAGO (AP) – Patrick Kane had his second hat trick in three games, Scott Darling made 36 saves and the Chicago Blackhawks beat the Pittsburgh…
Review: ‘Logan’ a satisfying end for Jackman’s Wolverine
The Associated Press “Logan ” is not for the faint of heart — not just because of its brutal violence, but because it packs an…
Recent Deaths 3/2/17
Rosalyn May Tracy Daily, 82, formerly of Davenport, Florida, died March 1, 2017. Patty Joan Eisenhuth Courson, 83, of Clarion, Feb. 28, 2017. Lawrence James…
Steelers sign Harrison to 2-year deal
PITTSBURGH (AP) — James Harrison is returning to the Pittsburgh Steelers. The five-time Pro Bowl linebacker has signed a two-year contract with the team that…
School leaders not in favor of property tax elimination
By SALLY BELL and SAXON DAUGHERTY Staff writers Cranberry School Board members passed a resolution Monday night opposing legislation that would eliminate school property taxes….
Union Twp. accident
Union Twp. DUI
Pet of the day 3/1/17
Name: Jackman Breed: Terrier, Jack Russell Mix Age: 10 years Gender: Male Size: Small Color: White/ Orange Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Jackman can be found…
Seared Lamb Chops with Mint Herb Sauce
Start to finish: 40 minutes. Servings: 4 For the sauce: 1/2 cup finely chopped mint 1/2 cup finely chopped parsley 6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil,…
No one injured in Franklin fire
From staff reports No one was injured in a house fire late Monday afternoon in the 300 block of Elk Street in Franklin. A passerby…
Franklin Civil Air Patrol honors mom, son
At least 2 dead after tornadoes touch down in central US
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — Tornadoes touched down in the upper Midwest and northern Arkansas, killing at least two people, as a spring-like storm system…
Stars come back in third to nip Pens
DALLAS (AP) – Antoine Roussel capped Dallas’ three-goal third period and the Stars rallied for a 3-2 win over the Pittsburgh Penguins on Tuesday night….
Bright like a diamond: Harvard honors Rihanna’s philanthropy
CAMBRIDGE, Mass. (AP) — Grammy Award-winning singer Rihanna finally “made it to Harvard” to be honored as the university’s 2017 Humanitarian of the Year. She…