‘Tiger King’ star Carole Baskin to ‘Dancing With the Stars’
Like all cool cats and kittens, Carole Baskin is going to “Dancing With the Stars.” The reality TV star who became a pop culture sensation…
Jobless claims fall to 881,000 but layoffs remain elevated
WASHINGTON (AP) — The number of laid-off Americans applying for unemployment benefits fell to roughly 880,000 last week, a sign of possible improvement but evidence…
Venango, Clarion unemployment rates below statewide average
HARRISBURG – The state Department of Labor & Industry on Tuesday announced the seasonally adjusted unemployment rates for Venango and Clarion counties were below July’s…
Forest commissioners approve purchases with CARES funds
Forest County commissioners on Wednesday approved the purchase of laptops and portable printers to be used by county employees in the event they need to…
Spiced Pumpkin Carrot Cheesecake Cupcakes
(Culinary.net) Pumpkin is the flavor of the season when fall comes around, especially when used in heartwarming desserts and sweet treats the whole family can…
Pet of the Day 9/2/20
Well hello there, I’m Cassidy! Before I go any further, I must warn you that I have some mild cattitude. I am pretty friendly once…
Four-wheeler theft
Venango, Clarion unemployment rates below statewide average
From staff reports The state Department of Labor & Industry on Tuesday announced the seasonally adjusted unemployment rates for Venango and Clarion counties were below…
Oil City schedules tire recycling program
From staff reports Oil City will hold its annual tire recycling program from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 18, at the city…
Wolf renews coronavirus disaster declaration
HARRISBURG (AP) — Gov. Tom Wolf announced Tuesday that he has renewed a 90-day disaster declaration, now for a second time, after he originally signed…
Happ spoils Hayes’ debut, leads Cubs past Pirates 8-7
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Ke’Bryan Hayes fit just about everything he could into his major league debut. The third base prospect hit a tying homer for…
‘Tiger King’ star Carole Baskin to ‘Dancing With the Stars’
The Associated Press Like all cool cats and kittens, Carole Baskin is going to “Dancing With the Stars.” The reality TV star who became a…
Recent Deaths 9/2/20
Charles Edward Gorham, 76, of Knox, died Aug. 30, 2020. Helen L. Russell, 91, of Oil City, died Sept. 1, 2020 Richard “Dick” Andrews, 85,…
Maple Breakfast Braid
(Culinary.net) It’s hard to beat a fresh, oven-baked breakfast to start the day, especially one loaded with sausage and eggs complemented by the sweetness of…
Pet of the Day 9/1/20
Hello! I am Laurel! I used to be really shy when I first arrived here at the shelter. I started to really like the people…
Cranberry man arrested after high-speed chase
From staff reports A Cranberry man is facing charges for leading police on a high-speed chase Sunday in Cranberry Township. Franklin state police observed Justin…
Virtual meeting set for multimodal trail project
From staff reports The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation will hold a public virtual plans display for the multimodal trail project along Route 62/8 in Franklin…
Pandemic brings hard times for farmers, worsening hunger
The Associated Press The coronavirus pandemic has brought hard times for many farmers and has imperiled food security for many millions both in the cities…
Arcia’s pinch hit in 8th lifts Brewers over Pirates 6-5
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Orlando Arcia’s pinch-hit single with two outs in the eighth inning drove in the tiebreaking run as the Milwaukee Brewers slipped past…
Venice reclaims spotlight as 1st COVID-era film fest opens
ROME (AP) — Venice is reclaiming its place as a top cultural destination with the opening of the Venice Film Festival — the first major…
Recent Deaths 9/1/20
Craig Vincent Beary, 34, of Pottstown, formerly of Clarion, died Aug. 30, 2020. Bessie L. Johnston, 94, of Marble, died Aug. 31, 2020. June Karen…
Theft of campaign signs
Easy Shrimp Skewers
(Family Features) Grilled meals provide a summer escape for many families by offering opportunities to spend moments together while enjoying flavorful dishes. As Americans face…
Pet of the Day 8/31/20
Anya is on the shyer side of cats, she is very quiet and very sweet once she gets comfortable. She came into us as a…
VFW Participates In Agent Orange Press Conference
VFW National Legislative Service Deputy Director Matthew Doyle participated in a virtual press conference hosted by Rep. Josh Harder (D-CA). The purpose was to urge…
College gets grant to help against virus
From staff reports Grove City College is using a $210,000 grant provided by the Richard King Mellon Foundation to invest in health and safety measures…
Wildfires again threaten business in California wine country
HEALDSBURG, Calif. (AP) — With an early harvest already underway, a wildfire a few miles west of John Bucher’s ranch added new urgency to getting…
Bell, Polanco homer off Woodruff as Pirates beat Brewers 5-1
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Pittsburgh Pirates slugger Josh Bell has joked for years during batting practice at Miller Park about hitting the promotional vehicle parked well…
Gaga’s masks, Weeknd’s advocacy and more top VMAs moments
The Associated Press The MTV Video Music Awards got a little creative trying to put on a somewhat live awards show from New York City in…
Recent Deaths 8/31/20
Catherine E. McNeely, 62, of Rocky Grove, died Aug. 25, 2020. Ralph C. Kepner, 78, of Millcreek Township, Sandy Lake, died Aug. 28, 2020. …
OC drug raid details outlined
From staff reports Three Oil City residents are facing numerous drug charges following the multi-agency raid of a residence in the 600 block of North…
Too risky? Fed pressed to expand aid to some businesses
WASHINGTON (AP) — With the economy still in the pandemic’s grip, the Federal Reserve is facing a decision on whether to stretch an emergency lending…
NHL playoffs return after 2-day break for protests
The Associated Press The NHL playoffs took a two-day break to protest racial injustice, the latest twist in an unprecedented, pandemic-halted season. Now it’s back…
Fans hope Marvel comic book improves Native representation
The Associated Press Past portrayals of Native American or Indigenous comic book superheroes would often follow the same checklist — mystical powers, an ability to…
Drug arrests
Man charged with supplying drugs to minors
From staff reports A Franklin man is facing charges for allegedly supplying at least two minors with drugs and alcohol in exchange for nude photos…
PennDOT completes upgrades at Venango County intersection
From staff reports PennDOT has completed upgrades to the intersection of Route 27, Route 227 and Merrick Street (Route 1008) at the border of Oil…
Teen accused of killing 2 thrust into debate over protests
ANTIOCH, Ill. (AP) — A white 17-year-old who says he went to protests in Wisconsin to protect businesses and people has become a flashpoint in…
Gyorko, Burnes come up big as Brewers trounce Pirates 9-1
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Jedd Gyorko homered twice and Corbin Burnes struck out 10 in six innings, helping the Milwaukee Brewers pound the Pittsburgh Pirates 9-1…
Chadwick Boseman, who embodied Black icons, dies of cancer
LOS ANGELES (AP) — First Chadwick Boseman slipped on the cleats of Jackie Robinson, then the Godfather of Soul’s dancing shoes, portraying both Black American…
Recent Deaths 8/29/20
Myrna L. Bailey, 84, of Tionesta, died Aug. 27, 2020. Judith A. Collingwood, 82, formerly of Franklin, died Aug. 27, 2020. Daniel Daugherty, 85, of…
Rockland Twp. burglary
Pet of the Day 8/28/20
Clyde is a handsome boy in search of a loving forever home. He is full of energy but will happily stop playing for a good…
Pressure Cooker Chicken Cacciatore
(Family Features) Regardless of what back to school looks like this year, preparing family meals throughout the week does not have to be a challenge….
Funding for Cranberry housing project falls short
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer Cranberry Township supervisors learned Thursday that a quest to secure federal funding by a housing developer for a township…
National Fuel warns of collections scam
From staff reports National Fuel Gas Distribution Corp. said scammers posing as National Fuel representatives are telling customers they have 45 minutes to pay their…
Fed: Rates to stay ultra-low even after inflation picks up
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Federal Reserve announced a significant change Thursday in how it manages interest rates by saying it plans to keep rates near…
Pirates earn doubleheader sweep over Cardinals
ST. LOUIS (AP) — Erik Gonzalez and Adam Frazier singled in runs, rookie Cody Ponce earned his first big league victory and the Pittsburgh Pirates…
NBC sets November return for ‘This Is Us,’ ‘Chicago’ dramas
LOS ANGELES (AP) — An optimistic NBC said Thursday it will bring “This Is Us” and other scripted series back in November despite the TV…
Recent Deaths 8/28/20
Cheryl E. Adams, 74, of Polk, died Aug. 26, 2020. Maxine A. Dunlap, 88, of Franklin, died Aug. 25, 2020. Julie Ann Davis, 57, of…