Photography Workshop
By DEVIN ZERBE Student contributor This past Tuesday, Richard Sayer, photographer for The Derrick, came to Cranberry High School to hold a photography workshop with…
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Pet of the Day 10-23-19
Emma, a Domestic Short Hair, is a 3 month old spayed female. She’s a grey tiger with white on her neck, belly, and paws. Emma…
Annual Cake Decorating Contest
By KRISTEN HOGUE Student contributor Cranberry High School’s Creative Cooking class, run by Janet Smith, had its yearly cake decorating unit. While the students were…
How to bag more pheasants throughout fall
Particular, that’s what ring-necked pheasants are. They don’t require a lot of space to survive. Not on an individual basis anyway. The average bird will…
Seared Salmon with Spinach and Grapes
(Family Features) By incorporating versatile ingredients into your holiday cooking, you can make a vast array of tasty seasonal goodies. For example, California grapes are…
Pet of the Day 10/22/19
Piper, a Brittany mix, is a young female. She has a soft black and white coat and brown eyes. She’s a sweet, friendly girl who…
Pet of the Day 10/21/19
Bill is a snuggler who also loves to play with his brothers and cat toys. He greets you as you walk in the door and…
Peanut Butter Breakfast Bread Pudding with Maple Peanut Sauce
(Family Features) Recipes that are both nutritious and flavorful can help bring your loved ones together at the family table. Power up your family meals…
Veterans Bills Advanced for House Vote
Last week, the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs advanced six bipartisan pieces of legislation to the full House for a vote. The six bills covered…
Pet of the Day 10/18/19
Shadow, an Alaskan Malamute, is an 8-year-old neutered male. He has a tan and sable coat and blue eyes. Shadow was surrendered because his previous…
Cuban Sandwiches
(Family Features) Incorporating the tastes and traditions of Hispanic-style cuisine into at-home meals is as simple as choosing your favorites, preparing with quality, authentic ingredients…
Talent in Transit
By DYLAN LU Student contributor On Oct. 11, 2019, the Transit Art Gallery & Gifts reopened under the leadership of Christine Manning and the support…
White Cane Day
By ADY CARTER and NATALIE SANDROCK Student contributors The Venango County Association for the Blind came to Cranberry High School on Tuesday, Oct. 15, to…
Pet of the Day 10/17/19
Butch, a hound mix, is a 3-year-old neutered male. He has a tri-color coat with some grey ticking and almond-shaped brown eyes. Butch is very…
Mexican Wedding Cookies
(Family Features) Over time, many families tend to return to the same holiday favorites, from ham and mashed potatoes to pies and cookie classics. This…
Breakfast Sandwiches
(Culinary.net) If you need an on-the-go breakfast option, wake up your morning with bacon, eggs and a biscuit in these simple, tasty Breakfast Sandwiches. Find…
Pet of the Day 10/16/19
Ella, a domestic short hair, is a 10-week-old spayed female. She has a soft black and white coat, round green eyes, and a pink nose….
Tips for hiking safely in hunting season
You see it in the parking lots. Visit almost any public land at this time of year. The jumping off points for outdoor exploration that…
Pet of the Day 10/15/19
Shep, a German Shepherd mix, is a neutered male. He has a brown and black coat and dark brown eyes. Sweet Shep came to us…
Hearty Chickpea Vegetable Soup
(Family Features) Back-to-school season means busy schedules filled with extracurricular activities, homework and carpools. It can be challenging to find quality time to spend with…
“… All that matters is the music”
By BROOKE WHITLING Student contributor “… All that matters is the music, the pride, and the dedication of the OMB, “ writes Lauren McTiernan, Cranberry…
A Touch of Color
By ZOE ALBERT and SAM BLACK-WIGREN Student contributors Cranberry High School students in Kathleen Uhrinek’s Chemistry classes participated in a tie-dying project. This graded activity,…
One Pan Fish Dish
(Family Features) Eating healthy isn’t always easy, and when your family is rushing around in the evenings it can seem like a daunting task to…
Pet of the Day 10/14/19
Blue, a domestic medium hair, is a 6-year-old neutered male. He has a gold and white coat, green eyes, a pink nose, and long white…
Wills For Heroes Program Scheduled
This Friday, Oct. 18, the Crawford County Bar Association Young Lawyers Division will be hosting a Wills For Heroes Program for Pennsylvania first responders, military…
Quest of the Pike
By HUNTER REDFIELD – Student Contributor As 3:00 came, I hear the steady thump of a Beaver prop pounding the air. As the plane makes…
Quiche Cups in Muffin Tins
(Family Features) Hosting a crowd can be exciting and rewarding, but it can also come with plenty of challenges. One of the simplest ways to…
Pet of the Day 10/11/19
Little Girl, a domestic short hair, is a 5-year-old spayed female. She’s a dilute calico with hazel eyes. She’s a sweet, talkative girl. New to…
Cherry Coffee Cake
(Family Features) Add some sweetness to your breakfast routine with this delicious and easy-to-make Cherry Coffee Cake. Find more breakfast recipes at Culinary.net. Cherry Coffee…
Pet of the Day 10/10/19
Lily, a Terrier/American Pit Bull Terrier mix, is a young female. She has a glossy black coat with a white blaze on her chest and…
12 fun facts you never knew about pumpkins
Nothing says “October” more than a beautiful, orange pumpkin, but this most beloved symbol of fall is hiding some fun little secrets. Think you know…
Grass-Fed Leg of Lamb
(Family Features) When fall comes around, it brings many iconic flavors, festive traditions and family meals, along with cravings for warm, hearty dishes. For your…
Pet of the Day
Peach, a domestic short hair, is a 4 1/2 month old neutered male. He has a white and buff coat, large green eyes, and a…
Hearty Roasted Winter Vegetables
(Family Features) The holiday season means it’s time for gathering family and friends for food and celebration. To make the process easier, incorporate recipes that…
Pet of the Day 10/8/19
Calvin, a young American Pit Bull Terrier mix, is a neutered male. He has a short, white coat and pale green eyes. Calvin is a…
Egg Roll Bowl with Shrimp
(Family Features) For those who are always on the go, it can be difficult to find time to whip up meals and snacks that are…
Pet of the Day 10/7/19
Lucy, a domestic short hair, is a 6 1/2 year old spayed female. She’s a dilute calico with green eyes and a pink nose. Lucy…
VA Partners Offer Flu Shot
Veterans enrolled in VA and in need of a flu shot can receive it for free at their nearest VA health care facility or at…
Vaping: what you may not know
By KAIA DEAN Student contributor Paula DiGregory, a tobacco prevention and support specialist working in Crawford and Venango Counties, visited Cranberry High School on Oct….
Scary Sweet Cemetery
(Family Features) When it comes to family fun, it’s hard to beat Halloween, and with all the candy flying around, it’s an opportunity to add…
Pet of the Day 10/4/19
If you are someone who checks our adoption sites regularly then you may already be familiar with Leon. Leon arrived in the early days of…
New to Cranberry High School
By HANNAH NIEDERRITER Student contributor In 2019, Cranberry High School has made significant strides towards superior education while also upgrading the environment in which students…
New Pass System and the Promotion of Academic Success
By HANNAH NIEDERRITER Student contributor Along with the addition of many valuable updates to Cranberry High School, a new pass system has been established for…
Pumpkin Mac and Cheese
(Family Features) Back-to-school season means busy schedules filled with extracurricular activities, homework and carpools. It can be challenging to find quality time to spend with…
Pet of the Day 10/3/19
Lily, a Terrier/American Pit Bull Terrier mix, is a young female. She has a glossy black coat with a white blaze on her chest and…
“…and to think that I was there”
By JENNA SEIGWORTH – Student contributor “I just received a phone call. We’re going to the Derrick.” That’s how it all started, when Mrs. Trisha…
Six tips for early archery season
You might compare it to Christmas morning in a tropical jungle. Think thrilling, exciting, heart-pounding at times. Full of the kind of smiles that only…
Athlete of the Week: Ava Ferringer
By NICK RICHAR Student contributor Ava Ferringer is our new athlete of the week. She has been in the spotlight recently with her performances in…
History Students Under Siege
By DYLAN LU Student contributor Teacher Chris Bost’s ninth grade history class designed catapults over the course of the last month to launch tennis balls…
Baked Sweet Potato Fries with Chorizo and Cotija
(Family Features) Football season, for many people, is just as much about the food as it is about the action. No matter who’s playing and…