Chicken Souse
(Family Features) After families across the country began cooking more at home during the pandemic, that trend has continued as loved ones seek comfort in…
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Senate Passes COLA Increase For Veterans and Survivors
The VFW-supported H.R. 7846, Veterans’ Compensation Cost-of-Living Adjustment Act of 2022, will now head to the President’s desk for signature. Certain VA benefits, including disability…
Plant-Based Meatloaf Sandwiches
(Family Features) After families across the country began cooking more at home during the pandemic, that trend has continued as loved ones seek comfort in…
Pet of the Day 10/7/22
Zander came to us after his owner passed away, and now he is ready to find his new forever home. Zander is a very sweet…
Green Halloween Zombies
(Family Features) From watching scary movies to dressing up as ghouls and goblins, spooky season means it’s time to pop up your loved ones’ favorite…
Pet of the Day 10/6/22
Perry was found as a stray, so we don’t have any history for him. True to his hound-y nature, Perry really enjoys some good sniffing…
Witchy Popcorn Balls
(Family Features) From watching scary movies to dressing up as ghouls and goblins, spooky season means it’s time to pop up your loved ones’ favorite…
Pet of the Day 10/5/22
If you are looking for a fun, adventurous, and active companion, Willow is your girl! This little cutie was surrendered to us when her previous…
Pet of the Day 10/4/22
Maybelle recently came to us because her owner could not keep her. Her previous owner told us that Maybelle is just a few years old,…
Spooky Popcorn Spider Web
(Family Features) From watching scary movies to dressing up as ghouls and goblins, spooky season means it’s time to pop up your loved ones’ favorite…
Pet of the Day 10/3/22
Gino recently came to us as a stray so we are still getting to know him. Here at the shelter, Gino is calm, very sweet…
Sumac-Crusted Filet Mignon with Honey-Lemon Glazed Carrots and Garlic Mashed Potatoes
(Family Features) Creating traditions is a festive focal point for many families throughout the holiday season, and a timeless way to bring your nearest and…
House Hearing on Suicide Prevention
The House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs conducted a hearing on VA programs for suicide prevention, intervention, postvention, and VA-sponsored research and community efforts. VFW National…
Cranberry High School Strengthens Character
By MADISON EARP Student contributor Cranberry High School is making an effort to pay more attention to the thoughts and feelings of students. “I think…
Lasagna a la Sockarooni
(Family Features) Cooler fall months call for comforting, hearty meals that taste just as delicious as they look. Filling recipes like chili and pasta make…
Pet of the Day 9/30/22
Clover has been in a foster home with his siblings all summer and is ready to find a home of his own! His foster mom…
Outdoor Classroom Production Gets Underway
By KAYLA HANNA Student contributor Cranberry High School staff and students have recently started making headway on constructing an outdoor classroom, which will sit behind…
Envirothon Club takes trip to Cook Forest
By KAYLA HANNA Student contributor On Thursday, Sept. 8, Cranberry High School students involved with Envirothon took a canoe trip down the Clarion River. Envirothon…
Pet of the Day 9/29/22
Sorrel is a laid back guy who mostly keeps to himself, but he loves to play and run around when he’s in the right mood….
Chili Con Carne
(Family Features) Cooler fall months call for comforting, hearty meals that taste just as delicious as they look. Filling recipes like chili and pasta make…
Cranberry Walks to School
By BREANN CLARK Student contributor Walk to School Day took place on Sept. 23st at Cranberry High School. Walk to School day is an annual…
Pet of the Day 9/28/22
Tulip is a friendly, playful ball of energy. She loves to explore, and she loves to play with her toys (and other cats, when available)….
Roasted Garlic Whipped Feta Crostini
(Family Features) Before the big meal, gifts and cherished moments at the family table, almost every holiday party starts with an important tradition: breaking the…
Mystery of the Volleyball Student Section
By KAITLYNN MOORE Student contributor Any given night at Cranberry High School you can find the seats filled with hundreds of students from all grades…
Plant Bulbs in the Fall for a Spring Celebration
Football season and school have started. Gardeners are harvesting their vegetables and planting their second round of cool-weather crops. These harbingers of fall are subtle…
COVID Protocol
By LILY SHOOK and MACKENZIE REDFIELD Student contributors This year, at Cranberry Area High School, the Covid protocol looks a different compared to the previous…
‘Berry’ Many Changes
By GILLAIN WHITE and ADY CARTER Student contributors Cranberry Area High school has made several changes for the start of the 2022-23 school year. These…
Pet of the Day 9/27/22
Milan is a playful girl looking for a home to call her own. She is very friendly and affectionate, and she loves to chase toys…
Pepper-Crusted Prime Rib with Creamy Horseradish Sauce and Crushed Potatoes
(Family Features) Capturing the magic of the holidays often happens at the dinner table as loved ones toast the season with stunning meals worth celebrating….
Crab Stuffed Lobster Tails with Dirty Rice
(Family Features) Capturing the magic of the holidays often happens at the dinner table as loved ones toast the season with stunning meals worth celebrating….
Pet of the Day 9/26/22
Marbles is a very friendly girl looking for her forever home. She can be pretty vocal when she wants fed or some attention, but she…
Homecoming Unmasked
By ADDISON KARNS Student contributor Cranberry and Oil City High School students danceed under the lights at Oil City’s football field on Saturday, Sept. 17,…
Berries are Back!
By ADY CARTER and GILLIAN WHITE Student contributors For the first time since the virus struck, Cranberry Area School District was able to start up…
Senate Hearings on Recruiting and Retention
VFW National Legislative Associate Director Brittany Dymond provided a statement for the record to the Senate Armed Services Subcommittee on Personnel regarding military recruiting and…
Key Factors of Success
So, what does it take to ensure a school garden or farm project is successful? Based on the USDA and the Department of Health and…
Pet of the Day 9/23/22
This spunky guy will keep you and your family on your toes with his energy and antics. Noche is very sweet and affectionate, and always…
Pepper-Crusted Prime Rib with Creamy Horseradish Sauce and Crushed Potatoes
(Family Features) Capturing the magic of the holidays often happens at the dinner table as loved ones toast the season with stunning meals worth celebrating….
Pet of the Day 9/22/22
O Romeo, Romeo! Wherefore art thou Romeo? This charming boy is looking for love in the form of a forever family! His friendly disposition and…
Crab Stuffed Lobster Tails with Dirty Rice
(Family Features) Capturing the magic of the holidays often happens at the dinner table as loved ones toast the season with stunning meals worth celebrating….
Pet of the Day 9/21/22
Daisy was rescued, along with the other “wildflower” kittens, from an establishment advertising free kittens. She has been in a foster home and doing really…
Roasted Chateaubriand with Red Wine Gravy and Lemon-Garlic Asparagus
(Family Features) Capturing the magic of the holidays often happens at the dinner table as loved ones toast the season with stunning meals worth celebrating….
Fall is Amongst Us
By KAYLEE MAXWELL Student contributor Fall is quickly approaching. The trees will soon be changing color and losing their leaves. There are many things to…
The Beginning of the School Year For Oil City High School
By ALEXANDRIA POWER Student contributor The first few weeks of school have opened a new chapter in the lives of students at Oil City High…
No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Cheesecake
(Family Features) Flavorful desserts are a staple of the holidays and the exciting, appetizing allure of new recipes can help elevate seasonal gatherings and create…
Pet of the Day 9/19/22
Buttercup was rescued, along with the other “wildflower” kittens, from an establishment advertising free kittens. He has been in a foster home and doing really…
VFW Fall Legislative Conference
The VFW National Legislative Committee members met with senators, representatives, and staffers in Washington, D.C., to discuss the VFW’s legislative priorities and to thank them…
Pet of the Day 9/16/22
Lily was rescued, along with the other “wildflower” kittens from an establishment advertising free kittens. She has been in a foster home and doing really…
Brulee Pumpkin Pie
(Family Features) Flavorful desserts are a staple of the holidays and the exciting, appetizing allure of new recipes can help elevate seasonal gatherings and create…
Pet of the Day 9/15/22
Buckeye was rescued, along with the other “wildflower” kittens from an establishment advertising free kittens. He has been in a foster home and doing really…
Roasted Chicken and Vegetable Soup
(Family Features) Maintaining a healthy eating plan can be challenging year-round, and busier fall schedules can make those goals even more difficult. Finding easy-to-make favorites…