OC native promoted to colonel in U.S. Army
From staff reports Stacey E. Harring, an Oil City native and current resident of Madison, Alabama, was promoted to the rank of colonel in the…
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Flu and COVID infections are rising and could get worse over the holidays, CDC says
NEW YORK (AP) — Look for flu and COVID-19 infections to ramp up in the coming weeks, U.S. health officials say, with increases fueled by…
Supreme Court rejects prosecutor’s push to fast-track ruling in Trump election subversion case
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court said Friday it will not immediately take up a plea by special counsel Jack Smith to rule on whether…
Review: Clooney’s ‘Boys in the Boat’ is an underdog saga that’s both stirring and a tad stodgy
The Associated Press Director George Clooney both begins and ends “The Boys in the Boat ” on a sun-dappled lake. It’s a seductive sight, calm and soothing,…
Recent Deaths 12/23/23
Geraldine “Jo” Eleanor Masters, 89, of Franklin, died Dec. 21, 2023. Ethel L. Eckelberger, 84, of Emlenton, died Dec. 20, 2023. For complete obituaries,…
Pet of the Day 12/22/23
Who doesn’t love bread? Meet Biscuit, the lovely and young mixed breed. At just over 50 pounds and only one year old, this sweet little…
Cocoa Smiley Face Waffle
Cocoa Smiley Face Waffle 2 Cocoa PEBBLES waffles 1 cup Cocoa PEBBLES cereal 1 container whipped cream chocolate chips (optional) chocolate sprinkles (optional) strawberries (optional)…
Pet of the Day 12/21/23
Sweet Nutmeg came to us just before thanksgiving, and is looking for a family to call her own! Nutmeg is only one year old, and…
Strawberry Oatmeal Smoothie
(Family Features) Giving your mornings a delicious boost doesn’t have to be a chore. In fact, it can be just as easy as it is…
PennDOT seeks applicants for internships, summer jobs
From staff reports The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation is accepting applications for its paid internship and summer employment program in the northwest region. PennDOT District…
Pitt-Titusville manufacturing center receives 2 grants
From staff reports The Manufacturing Assistance Center at the University of Pittsburgh at Titusville’s Education and Training Hub has received two grants that will provide…
Ready, set, travel: The holiday rush to the airports and highways is underway
The Associated Press It’s beginning to look a lot like a hectic holiday travel season, but it might go relatively smoothly if the weather cooperates….
Review: A transformed Zac Efron gives his all in tragic, true-life wrestling tale ‘Iron Claw’
The Associated Press It doesn’t take long to understand the level of commitment Zac Efron brings to “The Iron Claw” as Texas wrestling brother Kevin…
Recent Deaths 12/21/23
Dorothy L. Carlson, 91, died Dec. 15, 2023. Barbara Jean Rennekamp, 87, died Dec. 18, 2023. Steven Winston Churchill, 65, of Franklin, died Dec. 19,…
Pet of the Day 12/20/23
Gorgeous Alaska came to us as a stray, so we do not have any history for her. Now that she is spayed, microchipped, and vaccinated,…
Roasted Cauliflower and Potato Spinach Salad
(Family Features) If you’re among those looking to set goals and wellness intentions for the new year, it’s important to equip yourself with the right…
Caring for a Living Christmas Tree
A living Christmas tree can be a great way to add a new tree to your landscape, provide a lasting memory, or allow you to…
$1M in grants to benefit Venango County projects
From staff reports The Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA) awarded more than $1 million in grants to projects in the 64th Legislative District, according to a…
Cranberry panel members air frustration about mall situation
By HELEN FIELDING Staff writer Frustration was running high about the continued limbo at the Cranberry Mall at Tuesday’s Cranberry Township Economic Development Committee meeting….
Hamas leader visits Cairo, a sign talks on another Gaza truce and hostage swap are gathering pace
DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — Hamas’ top leader traveled to Cairo on Wednesday for talks on the war in Gaza, part of a flurry…
Trump banned from Colorado ballot in historic ruling by state’s Supreme Court
DENVER (AP) — A divided Colorado Supreme Court on Tuesday declared former President Donald Trump ineligible for the White House under the U.S. Constitution’s insurrection…
Recent Deaths 12/20/23
Jacqueline (McCorkle) Morrone, 76, of Clarion, died Dec. 18, 2023. Lulu Belle “Tops” Hartzell, 89, of Knox, died Dec. 17, 2023. William Lee Clark, 79,…
Pet of the Day 12/19/23
Meet the dapper Donut! This handsome young lab mix is just under two years old and is 70 pounds of pure love and affection! Donut…
BLT Wraps with Avocado Spread
(Family Features) Planning and executing a more nutritious menu can often be thwarted by lunchtime cravings or busy weeknights that leave little time to cook…
Defeating The Holiday Blues
For many veterans, the holiday season intensifies feelings of stress, depression, anxiety and loneliness. Creating a community and building connections are ways to combat the…
Lots planned for OC First Night, including 2 fireworks displays
From staff reports Plans are moving ahead for the Oil City Arts Council’s annual First Night Oil City New Year’s Eve celebration. The festivities to…
Food distribution set Saturday in Franklin
From staff reports The Shepherd’s Green community food pantry in Franklin will distribute food from 8 to 11 a.m. Saturday. The pantry is located at…
Illegal crossings surge in remote areas as Congress, White House weigh major asylum limits
LUKEVILLE, Ariz. (AP) — Hundreds of dates are written on concrete-filled steel columns erected along the U.S. border with Mexico to memorialize when the Border…
Crosby moves into 13th on NHL’s all-time scoring list as Pens overcome rally to edge Wild 4-3
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Penguins went a month between power-play goals, a funk that sent them plummeting toward the bottom of the Eastern Conference….
Review: Auto pioneer Enzo Ferrari gets solid biopic but it doesn’t make heart race
The Associated Press Napoleon Bonaparte. Leonard Bernstein. Willy Wonka. Aquaman — there are a ton of Guy Movie Heroes out there as 2023 ends. And…
Recent Deaths 12/19/23
Ethan R. Johnson, 24, of Titusville, died Dec. 17, 2023. Mary Catherine (Aaron) Reinsel, 92, of Mayport, died Dec. 17, 2023. Betty Adams, 81, of…
Chocolate Caramel Peanut Butter Pie
(Culinary.net) Some desserts deliver sweet taste that satisfies taste buds while others provide a rich flavor that lingers long after you’ve finished that last delicious…
Pet of the Day 12/18/23
Crazy Jimmy came to us as a little tiny baby stray so we don’t know much about him. Jimmy is quite the weirdo who loves…
Fundraiser set Wednesday for FHS legacy art collection project
By HELEN FIELDING Staff writer The second annual Franklin School District art collection fundraiser will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesday in the…
OC Elks presents program grant to Autism Stands
Oil City Elks #344 recently presented a $2,000 grant to the Autism Stands organization for the Blue Box food program. The Blue Box program works…
Love it or hate it, self-checkout is here to stay. But it’s going through a reckoning
NEW YORK (AP) — The promise of self-checkout was alluring: Customers could avoid long lines by scanning and bagging their own items, workers could be…
Storied US Steel to be acquired for more than $14 billion by Nippon Steel
The Associated Press U.S. Steel, the Pittsburgh steel producer that played a key role in the nation’s industrialization, is being acquired by Nippon Steel in…
‘Wonka’ waltzes to $39 million opening, propelled by Chalamet’s starring role
NEW YORK (AP) — “Wonka” debuted with $39 million in box office sales in U.S. and Canadian theaters over the weekend, according to studio estimates…
Recent Deaths 12/18/23
Vaughn R. Long, of Mercer, died Dec. 15, 2023. Carolyn F. Stack, 89, died Dec. 17, 2023. Fred P. “Sonny” Buckholtz, 86, of Seneca, died…
Venango commissioners approve budget, hear strong plea for more library funds
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer Venango County commissioners have given final approval to the county’s 2024 budget that does not call for a tax hike…
Franklin authority approves water, sewer rate hikes
By HELEN FIELDING Staff writer The Franklin General Authority unanimously approved its 2024 water and sewer budgets, with a rate increase, at its monthly meeting…
Israel faces new truce calls as errant killing of captives adds to concern about its wartime conduct
DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — Israel’s government faced local protests and calls for a cease-fire from some of its closest European allies on Sunday…
Jones gets shutout, Domi has goal and 2 assists as Maple Leafs beat Penguins 7-0
TORONTO (AP) — Martin Jones stopped 38 shots for his first shutout of the season, Max Domi had a goal and two assists, and the…
Six Pillars of Knowledge Economics
Continuing our investigation of knowledge economies from last week, let’s look at the six pillars of knowledge economics proposed in a paper by Carsten Brockman…
Franklin extends safe streets survey
From staff reports The City of Franklin has extended the submission deadline for its Safe Streets for All public survey until Jan. 5. The survey…
Scholarships awarded to top VTC nursing students
From staff reports Three students — Kevin Songer, Evan Bernard and Jamie Fetzer — have been recognized with scholarships for academic excellence in Venango Technology…
Jury awards $148 million in damages to Georgia election workers over Giuliani’s 2020 vote lies
WASHINGTON (AP) — A jury awarded $148 million in damages on Friday to two former Georgia election workers who sued Rudy Giuliani for defamation over…
Federal Reserve on cusp of what some thought impossible: Defeating inflation without steep recession
WASHINGTON (AP) — It was the most painful inflation Americans had experienced since 1981, when “The Dukes of Hazzard” and “The Jeffersons” were topping the…
Recent Deaths 12/16/23
Eugene L. Wagner, 75, of Franklin, died Dec. 15, 2023. Mary Kathryn Greenawalt, 68, of Knox, died Dec. 15, 2023. Melissa Ann Mays, 90, of…
Pet of the Day 12/15/23
These sweet seniors girls came to us when their owner sadly passed away. They are both very kind and gentle in disposition, and would love…