Review: Spike Lee returns to form with ‘BlacKkKlansman’
By Rafer Guzmán Newsday (TNS) Spike Lee’s “BlacKkKlansman” tells the story of Ron Stallworth (John David Washington), who becomes the first black police officer on…
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In ‘Crazy Rich Asians,’ a delightful new fairy tale
By JAKE COYLE, AP Film Writer There are two glittering parades running in tandem through Jon M. Chu’s “Crazy Rich Asians,” a glitzy and delightful…
Healthy Watermelon Sorbet
Ingredients 3 1/2 cups fresh, seedless watermelon chunks (about half a watermelon) 1 tbsp fresh lime juice 1/4-1/2 cup water, room temperature 1/4 cup raw honey (optional)…
Pet of the Day 8/17/18
Animal ID 38021507 Species Cat Breed Domestic Shorthair/Mix Age 9 years 5 months 8 days Gender Male Size Medium Color Green Spayed/Neutered Declawed No…
Back-to-school ice breakers to ease first day fears
Parents and educators can sometimes underestimate children’s anxiety over the dawn of a new school year. Many students feel nervous when wondering if their teachers…
Hikes reveal interesting PA history
I was aware of Gifford Pinchot when embarking on a yearlong journey of hiking through history, Pennsylvania-style. His wife, Cornelia, was a mystery. Gifford was…
Pet of the day 8/15/18
Cheese is a male orange kitten. He is a purring machine. Cheese is current on vaccines and neutered. He can be found at Tri-County Animal…
Grilled tuna steaks with lime-ginger vinaigrette
Servings: 4 Start to finish: 1 hour 25 minutes (25 minutes active) Vinaigrette: 2 tablespoons lime juice 1 1/2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger 1 teaspoon…
Pet of the day 8/14/18
Name: Tristan Breed: Domestic Longhair mix Age: 8 years Gender: Male Size: Large Color: Black Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Tristan can be found at Venango…
Salmon, avocado, grapefruit and watercress salad
Servings: 4 Start to finish: 45 minutes 2 (8-ounce) skin-on salmon fillets 3 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil Salt and pepper 2 grapefruits…
4-H Fair Fun
By HANNAH NIEDERRITER Student contributor Every year in the August heat, residents of Franklin and the surrounding communities gather to experience the pleasure of the…
Apply Now for 2019 VFW/SVA Legislative Fellowship
The application process for the 2019 class of VFW-SVA legislative fellows is now open. Ten VFW members who attend schools with an approved Student Veterans…
Pet of the day 8/13/18
Taps is an 8 week old, female Rottweiler/Mastiff puppy surrendered to the rescue with her 4 siblings. For more information contact Tri-County Animal Rescue Center.
Cherry cobbler
Servings: 6-8 Start to finish: 45 minutes Filling: 6 cups jarred sour cherries in light syrup, drained with 2 cups syrup reserved 1/2 cup (3…
Review: ‘Spy who dumped me’ a frenzied action-comedy
By JUSTIN CHANG Los Angeles Times (TNS) The ungainly Hollywood hybrid commonly referred to as the “action-comedy” has often struck me as one of the…
Review: ‘Christopher Robin,’ sweet but slow tale
By SANDIE ANGULO CHEN Common Sense Media (TNS) Parents need to know that “Christopher Robin” stars Ewan McGregor as an overworked, grown-up version of the…
The Sights to See are Plenty
A man cools off under a vapor spray shower (above) in the center of Lille, northern France, Tuesday, Aug. 7, 2018. Temperatures in Lille are…
Pet of the day 8/10/18
Name: Ermie Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 1 year Gender: Male Size: Medium Declawed: No House-trained: No Ermie can be found at Venango County Humane…
Baked crab dip with crostini
Servings: 8-10 Start to finish: 30 minutes 2 (12-inch) baguettes, sliced 1/4 inch thick on bias 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil Salt and pepper 1…
The benefits of water features in garden landscapes
Many homeowners aspire to make their homes appear as beautiful and welcoming as possible. Exterior renovations may be high on homeowners’ to-do lists, and landscaping…
Pet of the day 8/9/18
Name: Bailey Breed: Retriever, Lab mix Age: 4 years Gender: Female Size: Medium Color: Black Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Bailey can be found at Venango…
New bay sweet potato fries
Servings: 6 Start to finish: 35 minutes 2 tablespoons celery salt 1/2 teaspoon paprika 1/4 teaspoon dry mustard 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon ground…
Challenges to the future of hunting and fishing
Hunting and fishing in America – and by extension the nation’s system of sustaining wildlife and fish – are in trouble, right now. And unless…
Pet of the day 8/8/18
Cheeto is a sweet little guy. He is current on vaccines and will be neutered. He can be found at Tri-County Animal Rescue Center.
Clams with pearl couscous, chorizo, and leeks
Servings: 4-6 Start to finish: 30 minutes 2 cups pearl couscous Salt and pepper 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 1/2 pounds leeks, white and…
Pet of the day 8/7/18
Name: Koda Breed: Beagle mix Gender: Male Size: Small Color: Black/White Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Koda can be found at Venango County Humane Society.
Pasta with kale and sunflower seed pesto
Servings: 4-6 Start to finish: 30 minutes 2 unpeeled garlic cloves 4 ounces kale, stemmed and chopped (2 cups) 1 cup fresh basil leaves 1…
North Korea Returns Presumed U.S. Remains
“The Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States is incredibly encouraged by the news that North Korea has returned 55 boxes of remains believed…
Pet of the day 8/6/18
Aurora is a gorgeous young adult calico. She is spayed and current on vaccines. She came to us as a stray, so she can be…
Grilled salmon with lemon slices
Servings: 4-6 Start to finish: 1 hour Grilling Method: Indirect/medium-low Heat Grilling on a cedar plank is an old Native American cooking technique that is…
Movie Review: Kelly MacDonald makes all the pieces fit in ‘Puzzle’
By Kenneth Turan, Los Angeles Times (TNS) Some actors “act,” emphasizing performance over empathy, while others, in some extraordinary way, simply become other people, disappearing…
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Movie Review: ‘Mission Impossible — Fallout’ is the best one yet
By Michael Ordona, Common Sense Media (TNS) Parents need to know that “Mission: Impossible — Fallout” is the sixth movie in Tom Cruise’s hit spy…
Pet of the day 8/3/18
Tweety is an absolutely beautiful long haired, orange, female kitten. She is current on vaccines and negative for fiv and leukemia. She will be spayed….
Grilled chicken wings
Makes: 24 wings Start to finish: 1 hour and 30 minutes If you buy whole wings, cut them into two pieces before brining. Don’t brine…
Simple hygiene tips that can have a lasting, positive impact
Personal hygiene isn’t about just looking good. The effects of maintaining personal hygiene are myriad and include reducing one’s susceptibility to infection and decreasing the…
Pet of the day 8/2/18
Name: Max Breed: Pit Bull Terrier & Lab Retriever Mix Age: 4 years Gender: Male Size: Large No small children. Max can be found at…
Grilled eggplant with yogurt sauce
Servings: 4-6 Start to finish: 45 minutes 6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 5 garlic cloves, minced 1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes 1/2 cup plain whole-milk…
Chemical-free planting to help pollinators
There is something wonderful about growing for pollinators. It’s a hopeful feeling seeing a host of insects, free from pesticides, doing their job. That’s the…
Pet of the day 8/1/18
Name: Pudding Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 3 years Gender: Male Size: Small Color: White/ Beige Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Pudding can be found at…
Grilled shrimp with spicy lemon-garlic sauce
Servings: 4 Start to finish: 45 minutes To fit all the shrimp on the cooking grate at once, you will need three 14-inch metal skewers….
Pet of the day 7/31/18
Mira is a beautiful 5 year old, female, Husky mix that was originally adopted out from a local animal sanctuary that was closing but unfortunately…
Frozen yogurt
Servings: 8 (Makes 1 quart) Start to finish: 2 hours and 40 minutes, plus 8-12 hours to strain yogurt 1 quart plain whole-milk yogurt 1…
VFW 119th National Convention held in Kansas City
VFW national election results are in. Vincent “B.J.” Lawrence, from Alamogordo, N.M., was elected Wednesday as the new VFW national commander by delegates attending the…
Pet of the day 7/30/18
Name: Scarlette Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 1 year Gender: Female Size: Small Color: Grey/ White Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Scarlette can be found at…
Chicken tikka masala
Servings: 4-6 Start to finish: 30 minutes 6 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 onion, chopped fine 1 tablespoon garam masala 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger 2…
Pet of the day 7/27/18
Leo is a 4 year old, male, Maltese that was brought to the rescue after being removed from a hoarding situation. Leo is very sweet…
Grill-roasted prime rib
Servings: 6-8 Start to finish: 6 1/2 hours First-cut beef rib roast is also known as prime rib, loin end, or small end. If your…
Smart ways to keep kids safe in crowded areas
Amusement parks, beaches, tourist attractions, concerts, and local fairs attract families each year. Such outings can be exciting and enjoyable excursions, but panic sets in…
Pet of the day 7/26/18
Chickadee is a sweet, orange, female kitten. She is playful and loving. Chickadee is current on vaccines and will be spayed. She can be found…