Expect a hot, smoky summer in much of America. Here’s why you’d better get used to it
The Associated Press The only break much of America can hope for anytime soon from eye-watering dangerous smok e from fire-struck Canada is brief bouts…
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Police release video of officer killing gunman, ending mass shooting at Texas mall
ALLEN, Texas (AP) — Police released video footage on Wednesday of an officer killing a neo-Nazi gunman, quickly ending a mass shooting that left eight…
Keller cruises through 6, Pirates score 5 times in 7th to beat Padres 7-1
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Mitch Keller allowed one run in six innings and the Pittsburgh Pirates scored five times in the seventh to rout the San…
Recent Deaths 6/29/23
Sally A. Reed, of Tidioute, died June 27, 2023. Linda E. Porath, 80, of Oil City, died June 27, 2023. Richard R. “Waldo” Wilson, 73,…
Pet of the Day 6/28/23
If you are looking to add a happy, go lucky, WIGGLY dog to your home, look no further! Otter came to us a stray so…
Grab and Go Pizza Popcorn
(Family Features) When hunger strikes and family fun calls for a snack to keep the excitement going, take your kiddos to the kitchen to whip…
15 Homemade Organic Gardening Sprays That Actually Work
Back when I started my first garden, a certain celebrity gardener and his books of gardening concoctions were all the rage. You could tell when…
Man already facing many charges accused of stealing motorcycle
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer A Rimersburg man who is facing charges in five counties has been accused of stealing a motorcycle from a business…
Franklin board OKs purchase of more emergency systems
By HELEN FIELDING Staff writer Students and staff within Franklin High School will soon have more precise options for calling emergency personnel thanks to the…
State trooper killed in ambush is lauded as a hero during funeral service
ERIE (AP) — A Pennsylvania state trooper who was shot and killed earlier this month when he went to work on his day off after…
Rookie Gonzales homers, triples in his home debut; Pirates beat Padres 9-4
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Pirates used the seventh overall pick in the 2020 draft on Nick Gonzales in part because of the power he’s…
Seacrest will host ‘Wheel of Fortune’ after Sajak retires next year
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The category? “Proper Name.” The answer? Ryan Seacrest, who will become the new “Wheel of Fortune” host after Pat Sajak’s retirement…
Recent Deaths 6/28/23
Joyce E. Girts, 78, of Strattanville, died June 26, 2023. John Edward Kozakovsky, 72, of Seneca, died June 26, 2023. Mary S. Mensch, 75, of…
Pet of the Day 6/27/23
If you like big cats, we have the perfect girl for you! Belgian came to us when her owners could no longer care for her….
Graham Cracker Picnic Mix
(Family Features) When hunger strikes and family fun calls for a snack to keep the excitement going, take your kiddos to the kitchen to whip…
State gets $1.16B for internet expansion
From staff reports Pennsylvania will receive $1,161,778,272 from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act to expand high-speech internet access across the state, according to a…
Franklin Liberty Fest parade winners announced
By HELEN FIELDING Staff writer The City of Franklin events and marketing office has announced the winners of this year’s Liberty Fest parade, which took…
In an audio recording Trump discusses a ‘highly confidential’ document
WASHINGTON (AP) — An audio recording from a meeting in which former President Donald Trump discusses a “highly confidential” document with an interviewer appears to…
States clamp down on freight trains, fearing derailments and federal gridlock
HARRISBURG (AP) — Spurred on by train derailments, some states with busy criss-crossing freight railroads are pursuing their own safety remedies rather than wait for…
Lawyers for Pittsburgh synagogue gunman argue he is mentally ill
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The gunman convicted in the deadliest antisemitic attack in U.S. history had psychotic, delusional and paranoid symptoms that made him unable to…
Recent Deaths 6/27/23
Donald R. Malone, Sr., died June 23, 2023. For complete obituaries, pick up a copy of The Derrick for this day or purchase this…
Pet of the Day 6/26/23
Meet Waffle, the gorgeous 6-year-old domestic short hair. With her silky black coat and gorgeous green eyes, this sweetheart is eye catching and is extremely…
Peanut Butter and Jelly Popcorn
(Family Features) When hunger strikes and family fun calls for a snack to keep the excitement going, take your kiddos to the kitchen to whip…
Health Subcommittee Hearing
The House Veterans’ Affairs Subcommittee on Health held a hearing on pending legislation. Witnesses from VA answered questions on its policies and procedures for improving…
1 firefighter, 2 residents injured in Cornplanter structure fire
From staff reports Ben Schwab, Cornplanter fire chief, confirmed that one firefighter and two residents were transported with unknown injuries to UPMC Northwest from a…
Algae in the Allegheny ‘could pose a significant problem’
By RANDY BARTLEY Staff writer Over the years there have been many changes in the Allegheny River, and one recent change has caused concern in…
International group of agencies investigates loss of submersible carrying 5 people to the Titanic
The Associated Press An international group of agencies is investigating the loss of the Titan submersible, seeking to determine what caused it to implode while…
Rookie Eury Pérez works 6 dominant innings to lead Marlins past Pirates 2-0
MIAMI (AP) — Rookie Eury Pérez scattered four hits and struck out nine in six dominant innings to lead the Miami Marlins to a 2-0…
‘Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse’ slings back into box office top spot
LOS ANGELES (AP) — “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse” slung its webs back atop the box office ranks while “The Flash” saw a drop faster than…
Oil City Council moves forward with planned hotel purchase
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer Oil City Council voted Thursday to move forward with the planned purchase of the former Days Inn hotel property by…
Rec center proposal comes before Cranberry economic committee
By HELEN FIELDING Staff writer Discussions are beginning to take place about the possible creation of a recreation center in Cranberry Township for the use…
Party and protest mix as LGBTQ+ pride parades kick off
NEW YORK (AP) — Some of the world’s biggest celebrations of LGBTQ+ pride are set to kick off Sunday, with thousands expected to march in…
Berti’s RBI single in 11th lifts Marlins over Pirates
MIAMI (AP) — Jon Berti drove in the winning run with a single in the 11th inning, and the Miami Marlins beat the Pittsburgh Pirates…
Man held for court in connection with OC robbery
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer An Oil City man was held for court this week in Venango County Central Court on several charges in connection…
New stop signs in place in Franklin
From staff reports The City of Franklin has announced that new stop signs have been added at the intersections of Elk and Ninth streets and…
AG denies whistleblower claims of interference in Hunter Biden investigation
WASHINGTON (AP) — Attorney General Merrick Garland pushed back Friday against claims from IRS whistleblowers that the Justice Department interfered with the investigation into Hunter…
Speaker McCarthy supports expunging Trump’s impeachments
WASHINGTON (AP) — House Speaker Kevin McCarthy said Friday he supports the idea of expunging the two impeachments of Donald Trump as hard-right Republican allies…
Pirates end a 10-game skid, rallying in the 9th to beat the Marlins 3-1
MIAMI (AP) — Carlos Santana broke a ninth-inning tie with an RBI single and the Pittsburgh Pirates snapped a 10-game losing streak, rallying to beat…
Recent Deaths 6/24/23
Dennis C. Lloyd, 76, died June 21, 2023. Dana W. Holmes, 90, of Franklin, died June 21, 2023. James R Wessell, 74, of Bonita Springs,…
Pet of the Day 6/23/23
Meet Ellie, the gorgeous white and black pitty mix! This sweet 3-year-old girl came to us with another dog, Buttercup, when their owner could no…
Grilled Pork Chops with Peach Pecan Salsa
(Family Features) As families and friends gather on patios and decks to enjoy the warmth of summer and meals fresh off the grill, many are…
US Coast Guard: Titan submersible imploded, killing all 5 on board
The Associated Press A submersible carrying five people to the Titanic imploded near the site of the shipwreck and killed everyone on board, authorities said…
I-95 set to reopen less than 2 weeks after deadly collapse in Philadelphia
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Interstate 95 was set to reopen to traffic Friday less than two weeks after a deadly collapse in Philadelphia shut down a…
Cooper’s 3-run HR highlights a 5-run 8th inning as Marlins beat Pirates 6-4
MIAMI (AP) — Garrett Cooper doubled, singled and hit a go-ahead three-run homer in the eighth inning as the Miami Marlins beat Pittsburgh 6-4 Thursday…
Review: A fantasy adventure with riot-grrrl energy in ‘Nimona’
The Associated Press A powerful, shapeshifting teenage girl and a disgraced knight-in-training suspected of killing a beloved queen are at the heart of “ Nimona,” a…
Recent Deaths 6/23/23
Carol J. Jablonski died June 19, 2023. Ronald P. “Hoss” Slater, 76, of Marienville, died June 20, 2023. Ruth H. Kish, 91, formerly of Oil…
Pet of the Day 6/22/23
Buttercup came to us with another dog, Ellie, when their owner could no longer care for them. This big girl is around 6 years old…
Spiced Pecan Grilled Peach Salad with Goat Cheese
(Family Features) As families and friends gather on patios and decks to enjoy the warmth of summer and meals fresh off the grill, many are…
Franklin man pleads guilty in drug case handled by AG office
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer A Franklin man pleaded guilty Tuesday to selling methamphetamine and fleeing from police while intoxicated after a drug sale in…
Astronomy center to hold public night
From staff reports The Oil Region Astronomy Learning Center (ORAS) has scheduled a free public night on Saturday with presentations and events, including how you…