Crosby’s goal powers Penguins past Flyers, 5-1
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Sidney Crosby scored a power-play goal and the Pittsburgh Penguins beat the Philadelphia Flyers 5-1 on Saturday. Crosby scored the 86th game-winning…
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Everything to know about the Oscars tonight
NEW YORK (AP) — Hollywood is gearing up for the 95th Academy Awards, where “Everything Everywhere All at Once” comes in the lead nominee and…
What is Resilience and How Do We Achieve It?
Community resilience has been defined as the ability of communities to prepare for, withstand, adapt to, and quickly recover from disaster or hardship. Hardships hit…
Cranberry ‘receptive’ to concerns over proposed zoning change
By RANDY BARTLEY Staff writer Cranberry Township supervisors reviewed results of a public hearing held Feb. 23 regarding a proposed zoning change. At the hearing,…
Photography show set for Oil City
From staff reports The Oil City Arts Council will present its 2023 Photography Show “VISIONS” in Graffiti Gallery, at the National Transit Building Annex in…
Coffee In Between to close
By HELEN FIELDING Staff writer After filling the temporary void in Franklin after the closure of Bossa Nova, and serving residents for about a year…
Records in Fox defamation case show pressures on reporters
NEW YORK (AP) — It wasn’t critics, political foes or their bosses that united Fox News stars Tucker Carlson, Sean Hannity and Laura Ingraham when…
Standard time giving way to daylight saving in most of US
WASHINGTON (AP) — Standard time comes to an end in most parts of the United States this weekend. You’ll lose an hour of sleep for…
Ukraine rebounds from Russian barrage, restores power supply
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Ukraine’s capital had most of its power supply restored Friday, officials said, as the country again responded swiftly and defiantly to…
Recent Deaths 3/11/23
Richard “Pete” Haniwalt, 74, of Renfrew, formerly of Oil City, died March 9, 2023. Janet M. Motosicke, 83, of Fisher, died March 7, 2023. Michael…
Pet of the Day 3/10/23
Alfie recently came to us as a stray so we are still getting to know him. Here at the shelter he is laid back, mild…
Pet of the Day 3/9/23
Tandy was brought to us with another dog, Bradley, and their six pups as a neglect case. She has spent the last 6 weeks nursing…
Margherita Pizza Pierogy Skewers
(Family Features) Over the last few years, self-care has taken on heightened importance for moms across the country. That is why Mrs. T’s Pierogies is…
Rouseville vehicle theft
Seneca burglary
Man charged after variety of drugs found in his possession
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer A Coraopolis man is facing charges for having a variety of drugs in his possession in the parking lot of…
Oil City’s Community Clean-Up Day scheduled April 19
From staff reports Businesses, organizations, groups and individuals are invited to sign up for Oil City’s annual Community Clean-Up Day scheduled Wednesday, April 19. “Clean…
Norfolk Southern CEO bringing apology, aid to Senate hearing
WASHINGTON (AP) — Norfolk Southern’s CEO plans to apologize to Congress on Thursday and pledge millions of dollars to help East Palestine, Ohio, recover from…
Biden budget seeks big deficit cuts in challenge to GOP
WASHINGTON (AP) — With the government at risk of defaulting, President Joe Biden on Thursday will make his opening offer in a high-stakes debate over…
When Hollywood needs a movie villain, the tech bro answers
NEW YORK (AP) — “A toast to the disruptors,” Edward Norton’s tech billionaire says in Rian Johnson’s Oscar-nominated “Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery.” And…
Recent Deaths 3/9/23
Linda Jean (Johnston) Osterberg, 79, of Marble, died March 8, 2023. Thomas D. Morris, 77, of Sligo, died March 8, 2023. Cheryl J. Pastor, 67,…
Pet of the Day 3/8/23
Meet the adorable Jesse! This girl is about 8 months old, and she is a domestic medium hair with a soft, sleek black coat and…
Apricot Brussels Sprouts Coleslaw
(Family Features) Between the welcome warmth of the sun’s rays and a nearly universal desire to get outdoors, springtime is a beloved season for enjoying…
Former warden Smith back in interim role at Venango jail
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer A search is underway for a new warden at the Venango County jail, but in the meantime, former warden Major…
Local Zonta Club observes International Women’s Day today
From staff reports The Zonta Club of Oil City-Franklin and Zonta International are participating in today’s global celebration of International Women’s Day. International Women’s Day…
Safety agency opens probe of Norfolk Southern rail accidents
OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Federal investigators are opening a wide-ranging investigation into one of the nation’s biggest railroads following a fiery derailment on the Ohio-Pennsylvania…
Crosby scores in OT as Penguins rally by Blue Jackets 5-4
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Penguins don’t panic when things get sideways. Call it one of the fringe benefits of having the NHL’s oldest team….
Review: ‘Scream VI’ goes to the big city and strikes out
The Associated Press In “Scream VI,” the psychotic, knife-wielding serial killer known as Ghostface is set loose on the streets of New York City. Yawn….
Recent Deaths 3/8/23
Nancy File Gibbons, 88, of Seneca, died March 4, 2023. Charlotte A. McCoy, 85, of Grove City, died March 6, 2023. Gerald E. “Jerry” Perry,…
Pet of the Day 3/7/23
Thor came to us as a stray with his buddy, Odin. This big guy has a scary bark but in reality, he is all hugs…
Portobello Mozzarella Sandwiches
(Family Features) Between the welcome warmth of the sun’s rays and a nearly universal desire to get outdoors, springtime is a beloved season for enjoying…
Rocky Grove students to perform ‘Disney’s Descendants’ this weekend
By MAKAYLA KEATING Staff writer Rocky Grove High School will bring Disney characters to life this Thursday through Saturday as they put on their production…
Local church organizes religious literature collection
From staff reports The Cochranton Presbyterian Church Women’s Association has collected Bibles and other used Christian literature to be distributed to Christians around the world….
Norfolk Southern announces safety upgrades amid derailments
The Associated Press Norfolk Southern announced plans on Monday to improve the use of detectors placed along railroad tracks to spot overheating bearings and other…
Shapiro’s 1st Pa. budget to focus on schools, business taxes
HARRISBURG (AP) — Gov. Josh Shapiro is expected to emphasize funding for Pennsylvania’s poorest school districts and making the state more competitive for cutting-edge tech…
Biden will seek Medicare changes, up tax rate in new budget
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden wants to increase taxes to boost funding for Medicare and expand the program’s ability to negotiate lower costs for…
Paris: Notre Dame Cathedral set to reopen in December 2024
PARIS (AP) — The reconstruction of Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris is going fast enough to allow its reopening to visitors and faithful at the…
Recent Deaths 3/7/23
Deanna Lee Gause died March 4, 2023. Sue Ann Pacior, 68, of Oil City, died March 3, 2023. Delores M. Lamey, 92, of Titusville, died…
Pet of the Day 3/6/23
Looking for a furry friend who loves to cuddle and play? Look no further! Meet Bonnie, an incredibly friendly and affectionate girl who is searching…
Chocolate Energy Balls
(Family Features) If healthier eating holds a prominent spot on your list of goals, you may feel it’s necessary to eliminate some of your sweetest…
District Quarterly Meeting Set for March 12
The Pa. VFW 28th District will hold there quarterly meeting Sunday, March 12. It will be held at VFW Post 169, located at 20628 Gospel…
1 dead, 9 hurt in stampede at GloRilla concert in New York
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (AP) — Apparently false fears of a shooting at a rap concert in Rochester, New York, sent a crowd surging toward the exits,…
35 detained after violence at Atlanta police training site
ATLANTA (AP) — Nearly three dozen people have been detained after flaming bottles and rocks were thrown at officers during a protest at “Cop City,”…
Norfolk Southern to pay millions for derailment: governor
HARRISBURG (AP) — Norfolk Southern has pledged several million dollars to cover the cost of the response and recovery in Pennsylvania after last month’s derailment…
A box office K.O.: ‘Creed III’ debuts to $58.7 million
The Associated Press “Creed III” punched above its weight at the domestic box office in its first weekend in theaters. The MGM release knocked “Ant-Man…
Recent Deaths 3/6/23
Evelyn M. Hosey, 84, of New Bethlehem, died March 4, 2023. Patricia J. Boyles, 80, of Clarion, died March 3, 2023. Betty l. Bowser, 90,…
Polk Center census down to 46 residents as judge rules on aspect of suit
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer A magistrate judge in the Middle District of Pennsylvania recently granted the state’s motion to decertify the class action aspect…
Sugarcreek moving ahead with playground camera installation
By MAKAYLA KEATING Staff writer Sugarcreek Borough Council heard from police chief Bob Wenner at the panel’s monthly meeting Wednesday about steps Wenner has taken…
Biden’s Selma visit puts spotlight back on voting rights
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden is set to pay tribute to the heroes of “Bloody Sunday,” joining thousands for the annual commemoration of the…
Nations reach accord to protect marine life on high seas
WASHINGTON (AP) — For the first time, United Nations members have agreed on a unified treaty to protect biodiversity in the high seas, representing a…