Simple Steps for More Family Time
Create kid-friendly meals using canned foods (Family Features) Back-to-school season means busy schedules filled with extracurricular activities, homework and carpools. It can be challenging to…
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Pet of the day 7/16/19
Coral is a young adult female. She is very friendly, current on vaccines and will be spayed. Coral can be found at Tri-County Animal Rescue…
Breakfast Pizza
Servings: 6 Start to finish: 1 hour 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus extra for drizzling 6 slices bacon 8 ounces mozzarella cheese, shredded (2…
VA Orders Stay on Blue Water Navy and Korean War DMZ Claims
In a memorandum dated July 1, Secretary Wilkie stated that all Blue Water Navy claims, claims based on service in or near the Korean Demilitarized…
The Last Weekend: Part Two
By HUNTER REDFIELD – Student Contributor Alarms set for 5:30 a.m. met their mark and went off as planned, but for us it seemed way…
Pet of the day 7/11/19
Name: Trooper Breed: Mixed breed Age: 8 months Gender: Male Size: Medium Color: Tan/ White Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Trooper can be found at Venango…
Break Away from Traditional Barbecue Fare
(Family Features) Burgers and brats have earned a spot in the backyard barbecue hall of fame, no doubt, but if you’re looking for a different…
Bill which would expand Sunday hunting, faces obstacles yet
The battle is not yet over. Pennsylvania state senators recently approved, by a 36-14 vote, an amended Senate Bill 147, which calls for allowing hunting…
Pet of the day 7/10/19
Thistle is a male kitten. He is current on vaccines and neutered. Thistle can be found at Tri-County Animal Rescue Center.
Fennel, Orange and Olive Salad
Servings: 4-6 Start to finish: 25 minutes 2 blood oranges 1 fennel bulb, stalks discarded, bulb halved, cored, and sliced thin 1/4 cup pitted brine-cured…
Pet of the day 7/9/19
Ram is a 2 year old , male, Corgi mix surrendered to the rescue due to him marking in the home. Owners report he lived…
A Sweet Superfruit for Summer Meals
(Family Features) From backyard barbecues and family picnics to a bright addition to seasonal recipes, sweet cherries not only provide a boost of flavor but…
Where Did the Time Go
It is that time of year again to send in for those Pennsylvania Doe Season applications. Starting today, they could be sent in. Some veterans…
Pet of the day 7/8/19
Name: Angel Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 3 months Gender: Male Size: Small Color: White Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Angel can be found at Venango…
Flaky Tomato and Mozzarella Tart
Serves 4 All-purpose flour, for the work surface 1/2 sheet frozen puff pastry (one-quarter of a 17.3-ounce package) thawed 1 cup grape or cherry tomatoes,…
Oil City’s 2019 Jolly July 3rd Celebration
By AMBER HOLT – Student Contributor On the night of July 3rd, Oil City held their annual Independence Day celebration. Bands played cheerful music while…
Pet of the day 7/5/19
Belle is a sweet 5 year old, female Lab/German Shepherd mix sadly surrendered to the rescue when her military family of 4 years moved to…
Tequila-Lime Shrimp Quesadillas
Servings: 4 Start to finish: 1 hour 3 tablespoons vegetable oil 12 ounces Monterey Jack cheese, shredded (3 cups) 1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro 2…
Cranberry’s Fireworks Spectacular 2019
By HANNAH NIEDERRITER – Student Contributor Clear skies with a hint of humidity were present for the arrival of the 13th annual Fireworks Spectacular in…
Solo canoes and pack boats growing in popularity
As boats go they’re often overlooked, or at least have been in recent years, as evidenced by the ebb and flow of consumer wants and…
Pet of the day 7/3/19
Name: Edmond Breed: Domestic Medium Hair/ Mix Age: 2 months Gender: Male Size: Small Color: Black Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Edmond can be found at…
Southern Cheese Straws
Servings: 48 Start to finish: 1 hour, 5 minutes 8 ounces extra-sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (2 cups) 1 1/2 cups (7 1/2 ounces) all-purpose flour…
Pet of the day 7/2/19
Florida is a beautiful, female Pit Bull Terrier brought to the rescue as a stray. Florida has been a cooperative and friendly girl with all…
Get Grilling with Fresh Ingredients
(Family Features) Grilling season provides ample opportunities to put flavorful fare on the table, but it doesn’t have to be a lengthy cooking process. By…
Blue Water Navy Act Now Law
The president signed the VFW-championed Blue Water Navy Vietnam Veterans Act of 2019 into law last Tuesday evening. It now restores VA benefits to thousands…
Pet of the day 7/1/19
Lenny is a sweet male kitten. He is current on vaccines and will be neutered. Lenny can be found at Tri-County Animal Rescue Center.
Turkey Meatball Gyros
Makes 4 servings 1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs 1 egg 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1 pound lean ground turkey…
The Last Weekend: Part One
By HUNTER REDFIELD – Student Contributor It was a weekend we had been waiting for since the year prior when our days were spent trekking…
Pet of the day 6/28/19
Kirby is a 1 year old, male, Beagle/Dachshund mix surrendered to the rescue when he and the elderly dog in the home were not getting…
A Homemade Grilled Meal
(Family Features) Bringing over family and friends for a backyard barbecue is a classic way to show appreciation to loved ones. Celebrate the summer by…
A Fireman’s Fair Parade of Fun
Despite the shortage of onlookers, the Rocky Grove Fireman’s Fair Parade began near Wiley Avenue on Wednesday, June 26. The line of fire trucks, ambulances,…
Pet of the day 6/27/19
Thunder is a young, sweet, sweet boy! He is neutered, current on vaccines, negative for FIV and leukemia. Thunder can be found at Tri-County Animal…
Rocky Road Cookie Pizza
(Family Features) Pizza and dessert are two things nearly any crowd can agree on. Combining classic rocky road ingredients – chocolate, marshmallows and peanuts –…
Wildlife watching from the water a real treat
There’s no official name, so far as I know, for the portal that took us into another world. But it hides behind a tricky entrance….
Pet of the day 6/26/19
Name: Fuzzy Breed: Terrier Gender: Male Size: Medium House-trained: Yes Fuzzy can be found at Precious Paws Animal Rescue Center.
Spicy Brown Rice Edamame Burgers
Servings: 4 Start to finish: 1 hour, 25 minutes 1 cup short-grain brown rice 1 cup baby spinach 3/4 cup frozen shelled edamame beans, thawed…
Pet of the day 6/25/19
Edison is a sweet and playful male kitten. He is current on vaccines and will be neutered. Edison can be found at Tri-County Animal Rescue…
Smoked Haddock on a Nest of Potatoes
Serves 2 1/2 pound potatoes, scrubbed but unpeeled 2 pinches paprika Oil water spray (see below) Salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 pieces smoked…
Summer Solstice
By Hannah Niederriter Cardinal Vitality Fresh fruit, ripe for the season, is a summer essential for most individuals. Raspberries are certainly not excluded. Essentially Essential…
Festivals and Fellowship
By HANNAH NIEDERRITER Student contributor On Saturday, June 22, around two hundred people gathered to witness the 8th annual Strawberry Festival at Living Word Church…
National League of POW/MIA Families Turns 50
The VFW attended the National League of POW/MIA Families’ 50th annual meeting last week in Arlington, Va. The League originated on the West Coast in…
Pet of the day 6/24/19
Rosco is a 2.5 year old male, Beagle mix surrendered to the rescue when he apparently became aggressive with his food and toys with the…
Grilled Lamb Kofte with Yogurt Sauce
Servings: 4-6 Start to finish: 1 hour, 45 minutes 1/2 cup pine nuts 4 garlic cloves, peeled 11/2 teaspoons smoked hot paprika 1 teaspoon salt…
Pet of the day 6/21/19
Name: Onyx Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 3 years Gender: Female Size: Small Color: Black/ Grey Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Onyx can be found at…
Punched Up Summer Side Ideas for Backyard Entertaining
(Family Features) Backyard barbecues and family picnics are plentiful during the summer months, so chances are good you’ll host (or attend) at least one event…
Pet of the day 6/20/19
Georgia is a petite ,female, Pit Bull brought to the rescue as a stray. It appeared that Georgia had recently had a litter of puppies,…
A Perfect Summer Pie
(Family Features) It wouldn’t be summer without a fresh fruit pie. Sink your teeth into sweetness with every bite of this Fresh Strawberry Pie. Find…
Pet of the day 6/19/19
Flower is a friendly girl with beautiful amber eyes. She is a young adult who came to us pregnant. She has raised her babies and…
Release of chronic wasting disease plan delayed
It’s all about speed when it comes to controlling chronic wasting disease. And yet, the Pennsylvania Game Commission is delaying release of its disease…
Grilled Greek-Style Lamb Pita
Servings: 4 Start to finish: 40 minutes 4 (8-inch) pita breads 1/2 onion, chopped coarse 1 tablespoon minced fresh oregano or 1 teaspoon dried 4…