OC firefighters’ Fill the Truck event is Friday
From staff reports The Oil City Fire Department will hold its second annual Fill the Fire Truck collection for Toys for Tots from 6 to…
Surprising 1st results from NASA’s sun-skimming spacecraft
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — NASA’s sun-skimming spacecraft, the Parker Solar Probe, is surprising scientists with its unprecedented close views of our star. Scientists released…
Jarry stops 28 shots, Penguins beat Blues 3-0
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Stefan Noesen called his first NHL goal in nearly nine months luck. Not really. The veteran forward spent an uncertain offseason following…
Clifford, everybody’s favorite big red dog, gets a reboot
NEW YORK (AP) — Who’s your favorite big red dog? If you have one, chances are his name is Clifford. Scholastic Entertainment is rebooting the…
Recent Deaths 12/5/19
Seth Alexander Wike, 35, of Butler, died Dec. 2, 2019. For complete obituaries, pick up a copy of The Derrick for this day or…
Spinach Feta and Artichoke Dip
Recipe courtesy of Cate Meade Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 2 hours Servings: 10-12 Nonstick cooking spray 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 package (12…
Sandycreek Twp. crash
Pet of the Day 12-04-19
Baby, a Domestic Short Hair, is a 10 year old spayed female. She has a black coat with white on her face, chest, and paws,…
Five fun winter outdoor activities for children
It’s almost inevitable. Chances are this Christmas season that someone – maybe even you – will give your children or grandchildren an electronic gift of…
Grant sought for Butler County industrial park
By RANDY BARTLEY Staff writer In July, commissioners from Clarion, Venango and Butler counties met to discuss the problems at a Butler County industrial park….
Man facing charges for OC crash, incident at hospital
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer A Wyoming man has been charged with resisting arrest, DUI and several other offenses following a crash late Sunday night…
School boards conduct annual re-organization meetings
Venango County’s four school boards – Franklin, Oil City, Cranberry and Valley Grove – held their annual re-organization meetings Tuesday. Here is a rundown of…
Trump’s ‘serious misconduct’ takes center stage at hearing
WASHINGTON (AP) — The House Judiciary Committee is moving swiftly to weigh findings by fellow lawmakers that President Donald Trump misused the power of his…
Rookie QB Hodges to make 2nd straight start for Steelers
PITTSBURGH (AP) — It’s still officially Duck season for the Pittsburgh Steelers. Coach Mike Tomlin confirmed Tuesday that quarterback Devlin “Duck” Hodges will make his…
Review: ‘The Aeronauts’ doesn’t exactly soar, but Jones does
The Associated Press Would you like to ride in Eddie Redmayne’s beautiful balloon? Tom Harper’s “The Aeronauts,” starring Felicity Jones and Redmayne, is loosely based…
Recent Deaths 12/4/19
Dr. James L. Puckett, 78, of Clarion, died Dec. 3, 2019. Seth Alexander Wike, 35, of Butler, died Dec. 2, 2019. Lori Diane Janecek, 48,…
Theft from hospital
Sugarcreek burglary
Megan’s Law failure to comply
Homicide at SCI Mercer
Cheesy Baked Potato Casserole
5 pounds red potatoes, cubed 1 pound bacon, cooked and crumbled 1 pound cheddar cheese, cubed 16 ounces shredded cheddar cheese 1 yellow onion, chopped…
Pet of the Day 12-03-19
Sweetie, a Domestic Short Hair, is a 3 month old spayed female. She’s a black and orange calico. In the photos, Sweetie is the one…
VFW Supported Burn Pit Legislation Introduced
On Friday, Sen. Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska) and Sen. Joe Manchin III (D-W.Va.) introduced VFW-supported S. 2950, the Veterans Burn Pit Exposure Recognition Act of 2019….
Truck crashes into Rocky Grove yard
Franklin state police investigated a crash at about 7:30 p.m. Monday on Gilfillan Street near Fox Street in Rocky Grove. Police at the scene said…
Nick of Time gift drive set Dec. 15
From staff reports The annual In the Nick of Time gift drive for needy teens in the area will be held from 3 to 5…
Iran state TV says ‘rioters’ shot and killed amid protests
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Iranian state television on Tuesday acknowledged security forces shot and killed what it described as “rioters” in multiple cities…
Hunting buddies Washington, Hodges building rapport
PITTSBURGH (AP) — James Washington knew what was coming. It’s why the Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver didn’t hesitate when he saw the Cleveland Browns jump…
Rock band marks 40 years since tragedy, plans announcement
CINCINNATI (AP) — The rock band The Who plans an announcement marking the 40th anniversary of a Cincinnati concert, where 11 fans died. No details…
Recent Deaths 12/3/19
Robert Lee Traister, 72, died Nov. 29, 2019. Dorothy Jean Shick, 89, of Hawthorn, died Nov. 28, 2019. Donald A. (Don) Bukolt, 82, of Oil…
Questions raised about Cranberry reserve fund
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer A brief reference at a Cranberry Township supervisors meeting on Tuesday to a change in the proposed 2020 township…
At least 14 dead in Mexico gun battle near Texas border
MEXICO CITY (AP) — Mexican security forces fought an hour-long gun gun battle Saturday with suspected cartel gunmen in Villa Union, a town in Coahuila…
Faulk, Walker score as Blues beat Penguins 5-2
ST. LOUIS (AP) — Nathan Walker didn’t have to wait long for a second chance to snap his scoreless drought. Justin Faulk and Walker each…
Knox-area gift shop owner closing doors at end of year
By RANDY BARTLEY Staff writer After 33 years in business, Jolinda Tharan has decided she needs to slow down a bit. Tharan has owned and…
Leaf pick-ups will continue in Franklin
From staff reports Leaf pick-ups will continue next week in Franklin, starting Tuesday. Here is the schedule, which could change due to weather. Tuesday: Bag…
Relic thought to be from Jesus’ manger arrives in Bethlehem
BETHLEHEM, West Bank (AP) — A tiny wooden relic that some Christians believe to be part of Jesus’ manger arrived Saturday in its permanent home…
Nyquist helps Blue Jackets beat Penguins 5-2
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Gustav Nyquist scored three times to help the Columbus Blue Jackets beat the Pittsburgh Penguins 5-2 on Friday night. Nick Foligno…
Gabrielle Union speaks out amid reports she’s off NBC show
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Gabrielle Union thanked supporters for defending her amid reports she was fired from “America’s Got Talent” after complaining about racism and…
Recent Deaths 11/30/19
Michael J. Garbacz, 61, of Reno, died Nov. 27, 2019. David D. Irwin, 71, of Cooperstown, died Nov. 24, 2019. Dorothy Jean Shick, 89, of…
Students Build Houses in History Class
By ADY CARTER Student contributor For the past 20 years, 7th-grade students in Chris Svolos’s history class built Native American houses as part of a…
High winds an all-day affair in Venango County
From staff reports High winds wreaked havoc across Venango County Wednesday leaving trash cans and lighter yard ornaments in foreign yards and multiple trees down…
OC leaf pick-ups to continue
From staff reports Oil City crews will remove leaves from the following streets next week. Tuesday – Graff, Stout, Harriott, East Bissell, Bissell (Bishop to…
Shorter shopping season means a more intense scramble
NEW YORK (AP) — The mad scramble between Thanksgiving and Christmas has begun — but with six fewer days. Black Friday once again kicks off…
Steelers’ Rudolph saying all the right things after demotion
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Soon after walking into the Pittsburgh Steelers’ locker room after an abbreviated and earlier-than-usual practice Thursday, Mason Rudolph joked with teammates about…
After wind scare, balloons fly in Macy’s Thanksgiving parade
NEW YORK (AP) — The beloved balloons flew, but lower than usual, in a windy Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade after an anxious weather watch. Wind…
Recent Deaths 11/29/19
Lawrence “Larry” Gregg Henderson, Jr. died Nov. 26, 2019. Lewis Jesse Himes, 88, of New Bethlehem, died Nov. 25, 2019. Jan Marie Knorr, 67, of…
Chocolate Caramel Pie
1 package (15 ounces) pie crust Filling: 24 caramels, unwrapped 1/3 cup water 2/3 cup brown sugar 2/3 cup sour cream 1 teaspoon vanilla extract…
Pet of the Day 11-27-19
Easton, a Domestic Short Hair, is a 2 year old neutered male. He’s a grey and black tiger with almond-shaped green eyes and a pink…
How long do leftovers last? And other turkey questions, answered
There are a lot of questions the Thanksgiving hosts have to ask themselves. Cranberry sauce — fresh or canned? A side of carrots or corn?…
School threat
Emlenton man earns top auto technician award
From staff reports William Hurrelbrink, an Automotive Service Excellence-certified automotive technician from Emlenton, was honored with a national achievement award as the Snap-on/ASE Master Automobile…