The COVID vaccine – pregnancy and infertility
As we were all watching the daily numbers of hospital admissions, tests, and deaths from COVID last year, I remember praying for information, consistent treatment,…
Route 8 project moves into fourth phase
From staff reports Work on the fourth phase of the Route 8 reconstruction project in Irwin Township is expected to begin next month. This phase…
Grove lifts travel moratorium; will look at events case by case
By STACEY GROSS Staff writer Parents and members of the Rocky Grove cross country team were able to strike a balance with Valley Grove School…
CIA head meets Taliban leader as fears for Afghanistan grow
The Associated Press The director of the CIA met with the Taliban’s top political leader in Kabul, an official said Tuesday, as more reports emerged…
Tsutsugo, Reynolds lead Pirates’ rally past Diamondbacks 6-5
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Yoshi Tsutsugo homered and Bryan Reynolds tripled in the seventh to help the Pittsburgh Pirates rally to beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 6-5…
Mayim Bialik to guest host ‘Jeopardy!’ after Richards’ exit
LOS ANGELES (AP) — “Jeopardy!” is back to guest hosts after the resignation of Mike Richards, and actor Mayim Bialik will return as the first…
Recent Deaths 8/24/21
Stephen J. Troese, Sr., 82, died Aug. 18, 2021. Barbara L. Brown, 81, of Warren, died Aug. 15, 2021. Heidi M. Smail, 63, of Clarion,…
Pet of the Day 8/23/21
Annie is a super wiggly, happy, energetic, friendly girl. She can be dog selective on who she wants to be friends with, lol. The previous…
Roasted Chickpea Cauliflower Sandwiches
(Family Features) Filling the kitchen with plant-based ingredients is an easy way to nudge kids toward nutritious after-school snacks and make busy weeknight dinners as…
Message from VFW National Commander of Veterans on Afghanistan
With the recent turn of events in Afghanistan, the VFW wants the veterans of the war in Afghanistan to know we stand with you. Scores…
Terroristic threats in Scrubgrass Twp.
Terroristic threats in President Twp.
Jeep invasion bears down on Knox
By RANDY BARTLEY Staff writer Jeeps of all ages and models invaded Knox Saturday, including a vintage Willys and a World War II survivor. Bill…
Slow-moving storm Henri drenches Northeast US
WESTERLY, R.I. (AP) — Tropical Storm Henri socked the Northeast with strong winds as it made landfall Sunday on the coast of Rhode Island and…
Kabul airlift accelerating but still hampered by chaos
WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S.-led evacuation of Americans and others from the chaotic Kabul airport is accelerating, with a one-day doubling of the number airlifted…
Wainwright extends mastery of Pirates in Cardinals’ 3-0 win
ST. LOUIS (AP) — Adam Wainwright allowed two hits in eight masterful innings and Paul Goldschmidt homered to lead the St. Louis Cardinals over the…
A mixed box office weekend as ‘Free Guy’ tops again
The Associated Press Four new films with major stars from Hugh Jackman to Michael Keaton opened in North American movie theaters this weekend and only…
Recent Deaths 8/23/21
Robert D. “Rob” Heal, Jr., 63, of Emlenton, died Aug. 21, 2021. Judith E. Leadbetter, 86, of Cranberry, died Aug. 21, 2021. Tammy Lynn Madden,…
Missing child’s body recovered
Missing child
Route 257 crash
100-mile bike ride fundraiser set for Saturday
By LAURA O’NEIL Staff writer A team of about 12 cyclists will set out next weekend on a 100-mile bike ride from Oil City to…
Census numbers fall sharply here
By STACEY GROSS Staff writer Venango, Clarion and Forest counties have all shown significant population declines over the past decade, according to the latest U.S….
Henri weakens to tropical storm ahead of Northeast landfall
The Associated Press Henri weakened slightly to a tropical storm early Sunday as it was slated to pummel a long stretch of northeastern coastline, where…
Steelers QB Roethlisberger shines in preseason debut
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger enjoyed a perfect preseason debut. Roethlisberger turned in a perfect passer rating of 158.3 and led the…
Tsutsugo, Newman homer in Pirates 5-4 win over Cardinals
ST. LOUIS (AP) — Yoshi Tsutsugo and Kevin Newman homered and Ke’Bryan Hayes added a two-run single, rallying the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 5-4 victory…
DaCosta, Peele dare a new generation to summon ‘Candyman’
The Associated Press “Candyman” was always more than a surface level horror film. The 1992 film dealt with class, race and trauma. But almost 30…
Venango’s new Veterans Affairs director has ideas for programs
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer Venango County’s new Veterans Affairs director has been on the job for a few weeks. Harry Whittemore, of Oil City,…
Car cruise wil raise money for Team Dylan
From staff reports A car cruise will be held from 2 to 6 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 29, at the Farmer In the Dell Restaurant at…
Henri to have dangerous effects as hurricane over Northeast
PLYMOUTH, Mass. (AP) — Parts of the Northeast could begin to feel the effects of Tropical Storm Henri as soon as late Saturday, as the…
Keller, Polanco spark Pirates to 4-0 win over Cardinals
ST. LOUIS (AP) — Mitch Keller struck out six over five solid innings, Gregory Polanco drove in two runs and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the…
Mike Richards out as ‘Jeopardy!’ host after past scrutinized
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Producer Mike Richards stepped down from his brief tenure as host of “Jeopardy!” after a report about past misogynistic comments surfaced…
Recent Deaths 8/21/21
Rodney A. Bullman, 61 of Franklin, died Aug. 18, 2021. Michael T. Fedorek, 69, of Oil City, died Aug. 20, 2021. Sherman C. Hall, Jr.,…
Barber’s Orchard burglary
Apple Pie Stuffed Pitas
(Family Features) Filling the kitchen with plant-based ingredients is an easy way to nudge kids toward nutritious after-school snacks and make busy weeknight dinners as…
Pet of the Day 8/20/21
Harvey was recently brought to us as a stray. He is a big boy and LOVES to play fetch with tennis balls, frisbees, you name…
Art Studio Open House Brings Community Together
The summer has certainly been abuzz with happenings celebrating our local connections, and on Wednesday, July 28, Emlenton’s own local art cooperative joined in with…
Pipeline Alley concert to feature The Band Hanna
From staff reports The Band Hanna will perform from 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at Pipeline Alley, Oil City. The program is part of the…
Man surrenders after claiming to have bomb near US Capitol
WASHINGTON (AP) — A North Carolina man who claimed to have a bomb in a pickup truck near the U.S. Capitol surrendered to law enforcement…
Roethlisberger gets first chance to run new Steelers offense
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Quarterback Ben Roethlisberger is excited to run the Pittsburgh Steelers’ new offense. Roethlisberger, who was held out of Pittsburgh’s first two preseason…
Review: ‘The Protege’ is a sleek and derivative diversion
The Associated Press Maggie Q should really be the star of “The Protege.” She’s in virtually every scene, whether covered in blood or couture. But…
Recent Deaths 8/20/21
Tommy Allen Thompson, Jr., 76, of Cochranton, died Aug. 18, 2021. Dorothy L. King, 91, of Oak Ridge, died Aug. 18, 2021. Ward E. Kiser,…
Pet of the Day 8/19/21
Atlas is a super friendly boy. He loves head rubs and chin scratches especially, but he will take any pets that he can get! He…
Build-Your-Own Sausage Foil Packet Dinner
(Family Features) Finding time for a family meal during fall means navigating busy schedules full of school, jobs, social events, and more. Squeezing in dinner…
Vehicle break-ins
Chamber’s Leadership Venango gears up for start of fourth year
By LAURA O’NEIL Staff writer The Venango Area Chamber of Commerce is gearing up for its fourth year of Leadership Venango, a leadership training program…
PennDOT workers pitch in with roadside clean-up efforts
From staff reports PennDOT’s northwest region is urging motorists and residents to help reduce litter along roads by taking preventive actions and assist department employees…
PA teachers unions: Schools should require masks
The Associated Press Pennsylvania’s two statewide teachers unions on Wednesday urged K-12 schools to require masks in school buildings, a measure that state officials are…
Dodgers pummel Pirates 9-0 for 6th straight win, gain on SF
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The chants of “MVP! MVP!” rose up from the sellout crowd as Max Muncy approached the plate. He had to stifle…