Sugarcreek Drive crash
Athlete of the Week: Matt McQuaide
By ZOE ALBERT Student contributor This week’s Cranberry High School Athlete of the Week is basketball player Matt McQuaide. Matt is a senior at Cranberry…
Troubling trends in outdoor recreation participation
Maybe you’ve seen it in the news lately. America is facing a potential French fry shortage because of a poor potato crop. Couch potatoes remain…
Blueberry Apple Crisp Smoothie Bowl
Recipe courtesy of Rachel Gurk of Rachel Cooks Prep time: 5 minutes Servings: 1 1 cup frozen blueberries 2 cups apples, roughly chopped, reserving 2…
Pet of the Day 02-05-20
Esai, a Domestic Medium Hair, is a two and a half year old neutered male. Esai has a glossy black coat, a broad head, and…
Venango Chamber Orchestra to begin rehearsals Sunday
From staff reports The Venango Chamber Orchestra will begin rehearsals on Sunday for its 28th season of performing live orchestral music. Rehearsals will be held…
Scientists dive into ‘Midnight Zone’ to study dark ocean
BARCELONA, Spain (AP) — A team of scientists is preparing to dive deep into the depths of the Indian Ocean — into a “Midnight Zone”…
Governor’s budget pushes for aid for schools, college debt
HARRISBURG (AP) — Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf is taking aim at student debt and aging public school buildings while continuing a charge to boost public…
Disney Plus hits nearly 29M subscribers in 3 months
NEW YORK (AP) — Disney said its Disney Plus streaming service reached nearly 29 million paid subscribers in less than three months, an impressive start…
Recent Deaths 2/5/20
Clyde R. Greenawalt III, 53, of Sligo, died Jan. 31, 2020. Wayne Eaton Phipps, 88, of Trinity Living Center, formerly of Irwin Township, died Feb….
A Plant-Based, Dairy-Inspired Dish
With the rise in popularity of plant-based diets and dishes, combining them with dairy products can create a superfood power couple. For example, the cheddar…
Pet of the Day 02-04-20
Valentina, a Domestic Short Hair, is a year old female. She’s an orange and white tabby with hazel eyes and a pink nose. Valentina is…
Clintonville man charged in child pornography case
From staff reports A Clintonville man is facing numerous charges after state police said he was found to have been in possession of and shared…
Forest Area picks up cafeteria grant
From staff reports The Forest Area School District has earned a $23,427 state grant to help pay for a new dishwasher unit at West Forest…
Iowa’s coveted status in doubt following results delay
DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Iowa’s coveted position as the first-in-the-nation nominating contest faces its most daunting challenge in decades in light of problems that…
PA hunters killed record 4,653 black bears in 2019
HARRISBURG (AP) — Wildlife authorities say Pennsylvania hunters killed 4,653 black bears last year, setting a new record. The Pennsylvania Game Commission said Monday the…
8 films from the Sundance Film Festival you’ll want to see
PARK CITY, Utah (AP) — When the 36th annual edition of the Sundance Film Festival wrapped Sunday after 11 days of snow and cinema, it…
Recent Deaths 2/4/20
Robert Edward Bauer, 90, died Jan. 30, 2020. Darlene M. Shufesky, 80, formerly of Oil City, died Feb. 2, 2020. James F. Weisel, 85, of…
Forest County bus crash
Help Is There If Needed
Veterans that are enrolled into the VA Health Care System, did you know there is help with issues you might have at a VA Hospital…
FHS Equations team wins first place
A team of students from Franklin High School won first place at an Equations tournament held Wednesday at Slippery Rock University. The team inludes, from…
Impeachment trial heads to historic end in frenetic week
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump’s impeachment trial heads toward a historic conclusion this week, with senators all-but-certain to acquit him on charges of abuse…
Pens beat Caps in 50th game between Crosby, Ovechkin
WASHINGTON (AP) — Sidney Crosby got the better of Alex Ovechkin in their 50th regular-season meeting and set the stage for more drama down the…
Super Bowl ads dialed up fun as an antidote to politics
NEW YORK (AP) — In the real world, political primaries are looming, impeachment is ongoing and heavy news never seems to stop. But during commercial…
Recent Deaths 2/3/20
Regina S. Michalkiewicz, formerly of Pearl Avenue in Oil City, died Jan 30, 2020. Pauline Crudo Sonoski, 94, formerly of Oil City, died Feb. 2,…
The Full Body Pit
By HUNTER REDFIELD – Student Contributor Fourteen hours after Keith and I left my house, we were finally able to step out of the car,…
Sandycreek Twp. crash
Beyond worship
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer How to save churches by filling them up with more than worshippers and expanding their community reach beyond the…
Franklin boy lives his Disney dream through Make-A-Wish
By DILLON PROVENZA Staff writer A Franklin family that has been dealing with its share of health issues recently was given a chance to put…
Punxsutawney Phil declares early spring ‘a certainty’
PUNXSUTAWNEY (AP) — Pennsylvania’s most famous groundhog on Sunday declared: “Spring will be early, it’s a certainty.” At sunrise on Groundhog Day, members of Punxsutawney…
Safeties first: Polamalu, Atwater heading to Hall of Fame
MIAMI (AP) — He grew his hair so long, it flowed out of his helmet and obscured the name on the back of his jersey….
50 Cent, DJ Khaled join Fat Joe at pre-Super Bowl concert
MIAMI (AP) — Fat Joe brought New York hip-hop to Miami for an energetic pre-Super Bowl concert a day ahead of the big game. The…
Catalytic converter taken
Group suggests ideas to keep churches viable
From staff reports Historic churches are at risk due to a declining membership, financial constraints and structural concerns. Those issues have resulted in at least…
WHO says prepare for local outbreaks; China slams US control
BEIJING (AP) — China’s death toll from a new virus rose to 259 on Saturday and a World Health Organization official said other governments need…
Crosby’s OT winner lifts Penguins over Flyers 4-3
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Sidney Crosby is well versed in what happens during the second half of an NHL season. How the intensity ramps up. The…
10 ads to watch for on Super Bowl Sunday
NEW YORK (AP) — This year’s Super Bowl won’t be a politics-free zone, as both President Donald Trump and Democratic presidential candidate Michael Bloomberg will…
Recent Deaths 2/1/20
Regina S. Michalkiewicz, 95, formerly of Oil City, died Jan. 30, 2020. Elizabeth Anastasia Rupert, 101, of Knox, died Jan. 31, 2020. William Wayne Leadbetter,…
Honey-Dill Coleslaw
Recipe courtesy of the National Honey Board Servings: 4 1/4 cup honey 1/2 cup sour cream 1/2 teaspoon dried dill weed 1 package (16 ounces)…
Pet of the Day 01-31-20
Beau, a Domestic Long Hair, is a 13 month old male cat. He has a silky black coat and pale green eyes. Beau is a…
Stolen license plate
Assault, child endangerment
Airport depot recommended as site for recycling center
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer Venango County recycling coordinator Erik Johnson has recommended to the county commissioners that the proposed county-wide recycling center be placed…
OC chief gives advice about handling scams
From staff reports The Oil City Police Department has received complaints about a Social Security scam via telephone. A local woman told the newspaper she…
Johnson hails UK’s ‘new beginning’ as Brexit day arrives
LONDON (AP) — Britain begins the day as a member of the European Union. Its status at the end of the day — as a…
Jennifer Lopez and Shakira vow ’empowering’ halftime show
MIAMI (AP) — Jennifer Lopez and Shakira said their Super Bowl halftime show will pay homage to Latino culture, promising a joint performance that has…
Recent Deaths 1/31/20
Donald P. Fusilli, Sr., 91, of Wilmerding, Jeanette, Emlenton, and Saint Petersburg, Florida, died Jan. 29, 2020. For complete obituaries, pick up a copy…
A Flavorful, Exotic Spin
No tailgate is complete without a game day staple: burgers. For a twist on tradition, try serving a different style of beef to give guests…
Pet of the Day 01-30-20
Adora, a Domestic Short Hair, is a one year old female. She’s a bright calico with almond-shaped eyes and large, upright ears. This friendly, gentle…