On Wednesday, VFW National Veterans Service Director Ryan Gallucci testified before the House Veterans’ Affairs Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs regarding VA’s preparation…
From staff reports Middle and high school students are invited to share their ideas about how to support agriculture in Pennsylvania as part of the…
TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — Iran on Monday broke further away from its collapsing 2015 nuclear deal with world powers by announcing it’s doubling the number…
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Mike Tomlin sighed and let out a sentence that, after 13 years on the job, surprised the Pittsburgh Steelers coach for the…
LOS ANGELES (AP) — It might be judgment day for the Terminator franchise. Despite generally favorable reviews and the return of star Linda Hamilton and…
Merl Newell “Newt” Hoffman, 91, of Harrisville, died Nov. 1, 2019. Daniel J. Maier, 89, of Crown, died Nov. 2, 2019. Carol A. Weaver, 79,…
From staff reports Construction on the second phase of the Venango County multimodal transit facility project will begin next week, PennDOT and Venango County announced…
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer Venango County voters will cast their ballots Tuesday on an old-style paper ballot. While it sounds simple and easy,…
WASHINGTON (AP) — One year from today, voters will decide whether to grant President Donald Trump a second term in office, an election that will…
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Goaltender Mike Smith and forward Leon Draisaitl stole the spotlight for the Edmonton Oilers in a game that featured NHL superstars Sidney…
From staff reports Walk-in registration for the Venango County Toys for Tots campaign will be held from 10 a.m. to noon today at the Oil…
From staff reports The City of Franklin street department will pick up leaves with the vacuum machines next week in the following areas: Monday: Gurney…
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Crews fought a pitched battle against the last remaining large wildfire in Southern California as the stubborn flames threatened nearly 2,000…
BENEZETTE (AP) — Back in 1913, 50 elk were placed on a train near Yellowstone National Park in Wyoming to begin a journey to their…
NEW YORK (AP) — Martin Scorsese’s crime epic “The Irishman” landed in theaters Friday, but not nearly enough of them for theater owners. John Fithian,…
Dale E. McFarland, 73, of Warner Robins, Georgia, Oct. 30, 2019. Max A. Johnston, 74, of Oil City, died Nov. 1, 2019. For complete…
Recipe courtesy of Karista’s Kitchen Brine: 1/4 cup salt 1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns 2 bay leaves 2 quarts water 3 1/2-4 pounds turkey breast…
Ash, a Domestic Short Hair, is a 5 month old neutered male. He’s a grey tiger with contrasting white, almond-shaped green eyes, long white whiskers,…
By Randy Bartley Staff Writer Two men involved in the delivery of drugs that killed a Clarion man were in court this week, as one…
From staff reports Franklin High School will host its annual free breakfast for veterans at 8 a.m. Monday, Nov. 11, at the high school library….
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Seeking to bolster its image as a forward-looking metropolis, Dubai hosted the largest-ever international robotics contest this week, challenging…
TOKYO (AP) — After two weeks of bitter debate, the Tokyo Olympic marathon is still going north to Sapporo. And Tokyo Governor Yuriko Koike isn’t…
NEW YORK (AP) — Emmy-winning “Pose” actor Billy Porter, Latin singer Ozuna and Grammy-winning performers Black Eyed Peas, TLC, Chicago and Kelly Rowland will be…
Jean M. Murphy, 88, of Oil City, died Oct. 30 , 2019. Ronald Delp McMaster, 88, died Oct. 29, 2019. Dorothy Louise “Lou” Ferringer, 96,…
Prep time: 15 minutes, plus freezing time Servings: 12 2/3 cup gluten-free dark chocolate chips 2 teaspoons grapeseed oil 3 DOLE(r) Strawberries, hulled and thinly…
Bishop, a terrier mix, is a neutered male. He’s a young, friendly boy with a brown and white coat and brown eyes. Bishop can be…
From Staff Reports A Kennerdell man accused of assaulting a care-dependent man with cerebral palsy at an Easter Seals home in September waived his preliminary…
By KARA O’NEIL staff writer The multimodal hub being constructed in Oil City will make public transportation more accessible in Venango County, according to Jason…
MULTAN, Pakistan (AP) — A massive fire caused by a cooking gas stove erupted Thursday on a train traveling in Pakistan’s eastern Punjab province, killing…
HOUSTON (AP) — Stephen Strasburg paraded the MVP trophy for delirious fans packed behind the dugout. Max Scherzer tearfully hugged his teammates. Gerardo Parra did…
LOS ANGELES (AP) — As the streaming wars near a fever pitch and viewers are targeted from every vantage point — Disney Plus has the…
Dorothy Louise “Lou” Ferringer, 96, died Oct. 29, 2019. Linda Jean Jones, 60, of Reynoldsville, died Oct. 30, 2019. Jehan Gir Kavoosi, 81, died Oct….
Prep time: 45 minutes Cook time: 1 hour, 5 minutes Servings: 8 Nonstick cooking spray 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 medium DOLE(r) White Onion, chopped…
Buffy, a Domestic Short Hair, is a 3 month old neutered male. He’s an orange and white tabby with pale green eyes. This shy guy…
This is going to spawn a lot of lusty dreams between now and April. Of the angling kind, anyhow. Each year, the Pennsylvania Fish and…
From Staff Reports A state website can help Pennsylvania voters be informed about what to expect at their polling place on Tuesday. People can go…
From Staff Reports A Franklin woman is facing 27 charges in connection with several fake checks allegedly written using the Trails to Ales Brewery’s bank…
LONG BEACH, Calif. (AP) — Authorities say three people were fatally shot and nine others injured at a home in Long Beach, California. The Los…
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Sidney Crosby and Dominik Simon scored during an early four-goal outburst, and the Pittsburgh Penguins drilled the Philadelphia Flyers 7-1 on Tuesday…
The Associated Press AT&T said Tuesday that its HBO Max streaming service will launch in May for $15 a month, joining a crowded field. The…
Frances A. Hajduk, 99, of Franklin, died Oct. 28, 2019. Emery A. Drescher, 101 of Saxonburg, died Oct. 28, 2019. Heather Dawn Brewer, 37, of…
Grilling up a homemade meal is a classic way to show appreciation to loved ones at backyard barbecues. This summer, as you enjoy grilling steak,…
Piston, a Terrier/Pit Bull mix, is a 6 year old neutered male. He was surrendered for adoption due to anxiety issues with younger children in…
From staff reports Charges have been filed against a Knox man in a two-vehicle crash in Cranberry Township on Sept. 30 that left a man…
By SARAH TITLEY Staff writer Franklin Junior/Senior High School’s BEST Robotics team, N’ERGI, is heading to Denver for a chance at the championship title after…
The Associated Press Masked gunmen opened fire at Iraqi protesters in the Shiite holy city of Karbala on Tuesday, killing 18 people and wounding hundreds,…
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Mason Rudolph heard the boos. They were impossible to miss as the minutes passed, the mistakes piled up and the Pittsburgh Steelers…