Pet of the day 4/11/16
DJ is a typical Pitbull. Happy, Loves attention and to play but has not had much training and will need worked with. He needs a…
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Holy Bible on list of ‘challenged’ books at libraries
NEW YORK (AP) — On the latest list of books most objected to at public schools and libraries, one title has been targeted nationwide, at…
Why you might soon text robots as often as your friends
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — The robots are coming — to help run your life or sell you stuff — at an online texting service near…
Bruce’s triple propels Reds past Bucs
CINCINNATI (AP) – Jay Bruce hit an RBI triple in the ninth inning and the Cincinnati Reds capped a strong season-opening homestand, beating the Pittsburgh…
Assault at Venango County Jail
Vehicle strikes embankment in New Vernon Twp.
Wilmington Twp. theft
Vehicle hits tree in Redbank Twp.
Plain Grove Twp. accident
Coolspring Twp. harassment
Tri-County introduces some ‘Young At Heart’ senior adoptees
Beagle likes belly rubs Say “Hi!” to Odie, a spunky beagle mix who has no idea he’s a senior! After faithfully loving his owners all…
Clarion Walmart theft
Clarion Twp. harassment
Clarion Twp. drug possession
Audubon societies set bird presentations
From staff reports Sarah Sargent, program manager for Bird Conservation at Audubon Pennsylvania, will present a program on how to help the birds of our…
Students work to stop hunger
Koen Carnahan, Kayden Carnahan, Matthew Raymond, Eva Raymond and Matthew Raymond were part of a group that met Thursday, April 7, 2016, at the Clarion…
Two injured in plow truck crash
From staff reports An accident in Irwin Township sent two people to the hospital at 1:45 p.m. April 8, Franklin state police said. Paul J….
Friends of Clarion Free Library celebrating National Library Week
Members of the Friends of Clarion Free Library are celebrating National Library Week, which is April 10-16, in the Book Cellar, the library’s used book…
World’s wild tiger count rising for the first time in a century
NEW DELHI (AP) – The world’s count of wild tigers roaming forests from Russia to Vietnam has gone up for the first time in more…
Pens drop season finale
PHILADELPHIA (AP) – Wayne Simmonds scored two goals, Steve Mason stopped 18 shots and the Philadelphia Flyers clinched a playoff berth with a 3-1 win…
McCarthy, Smith honored at MTV Movie Awards
BURBANK, Calif. (AP) – “Star Wars: The Force Awakens” took the top prize at the 25th annual MTV Movie Awards. The audience at Warner Bros….
Recent Deaths 4/11/16
David W. Webb, 60, of Grove City, died April 9, 2016. Daphne Grace Richter, 90, died April 9, 2016. Charles L. “Charlie” Holowell Jr., 67, of…
Richland Township man faces rape charges
By RODNEY L. SHERMAN Staff writer A Richland Township man has been charged with raping a 14-year-old boy last Sunday in his home. Boyce Kendal…
4-H group Electrotechs will showcase robot at open house
From staff reports Members of the 4-H group Electrotechs will showcase their newest robot creation, “Panzer,” at an open house from 6 to 9 p.m….
SpaceX launches futuristic room, lands rocket at sea
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) – SpaceX resumed station deliveries for NASA on Friday, and in a double triumph, successfully landed its booster rocket on an…
‘American Idol’ crowns 15th and final winner as the series ends
LOS ANGELES (AP) – The first “American Idol” finale in 2002 was a battle of the sexes, with Kelly Clarkson the victor over Justin Guarini….
Penguins rolling without Malkin as Cullen steps it up
WASHINGTON (AP) – Do the Pittsburgh Penguins need Evgeni Malkin if they have Matt Cullen? Probably. But while the star Russian center has missed 14…
Cleveland to host Rock Hall induction ceremony every 2 years
CLEVELAND (AP) — Cleveland will get to rock out even more often. The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame will hold its annual induction ceremony…
Recent Deaths 4/9/16
Karen L. Monahan, 65, of Franklin, died April 7, 2016. For the complete article, please pick up a copy of The Derrick for this…
Bully Hill Road is open to traffic
TRAVEL ALERT: Bully Hill Road in Venango County is open to traffic, according to PennDOT. A portion of the road was closed due to work…
Student art show begins Saturday at Foxburg gallery
From staff reports FOXBURG – An Allegheny-Clarion Valley High School student art exhibit will open Saturday with a students artists reception from 11 a.m. to…
Movie Review: ‘My Big Fat Greek Wedding 2’ – Comedy big on family, annoying characters
By Timothy Hogg Family always sticks together in director Kirk Jones’ “My Big Fat Greek Wedding 2,” a good-natured comedy that reunites the cast of…
Warriors get 70th victory by beating Spurs 112-101
OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — Stephen Curry scored 27 points and the Golden State Warriors became the second team to win 70 games in a season…
2 dead in apparent murder-suicide at Texas Air Force base
SAN ANTONIO (AP) — The fatal shooting of two people at an Air Force base in Texas appears to be a murder-suicide, authorities said Friday….
Cranberry Twp. stolen money
Porter Road stolen tool box
Tri County Industries theft
Union Twp. theft
Winter weather advisory
WEATHER ALERT: The National Weather Service office in Pittsburgh has issued a winter weather advisory for Mercer, Venango, Forest, Clarion and Jefferson counties. The advisory…
Chronological timeline of the ‘Star Wars’ cinematic universe
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Everyone knows “Star Wars” is set a long time ago in a galaxy far, far away, but with the Thursday release…
Woman arrested for stealing from relative’s trust
From staff reports An Ohio woman is facing felony theft and fraud charges for stealing $110,000 from the trust of her deceased brother-in-law who had…
HOLeY Jeans celebrates 20 years
From staff reports HOLeY Jeans will mark its 20th year with a concert at 3 p.m. Sunday at the Barrow-Civic Theatre in Franklin. And this…
Swedes invite world to call on new hotline
STOCKHOLM (AP) – Ever felt like calling up a complete stranger in Sweden? Now is your chance. The Swedish Tourist Association has set up a…
Pens make it eight straight
WASHINGTON (AP) – Sidney Crosby scored in overtime and the streaking Pittsburgh Penguins rebounded after blowing a three-goal lead to beat the Washington Capitals 4-3…
‘American Idol’ crowns 15th and final winner as TV show ends
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Trent Harmon is the 15th and final “American Idol” winner. He was crowned Thursday as Fox TV’s singing contest ended its…
Recent Deaths 4/8/16
Wilson E. Summerville, 82, of Sligo, died April 6, 2016. Leona M. Greggs, 96, of Franklin, April 6, 2016. Angeline L. Lencer, 83, of Pittsburgh, died…
OC man accused of assault waives hearing
From staff reports An Oil City man accused of assaulting a woman while she held two children waived his hearing Wednesday in Venango County Central…
Theft at Elk County Foods
Union of Joy info center lends support for workers
By RICH JACKSON Staff writer Joy Global employees, current and former, wandered in and out of the Union of Joy information center Wednesday offering questions…
Franklin man held for court in sex assault case
By E. CURTIS HANNA Staff writer A Franklin man accused of attempting to sexually assault a boy was held for court Wednesday after a preliminary…