China parades its latest missiles in challenge to US, others
BEIJING (AP) — Military planners in Washington and elsewhere will be taking note of new missile technology displayed by China, particularly a hypersonic ballistic nuclear…
Review: Portman’s ‘Lucy in the Sky’ is an interesting mess
The Associated Press The words “inspired by real events” are some of the first you see on screen in “Lucy in the Sky .” But…
Recent Deaths 10/2/19
Howard Lee Kelly, 90, of Endeavor, died Sept. 30, 2019. Albert “Al” J. Mertz, 94, of Oil City, died Sept. 28, 2019. Phyllis Kathleen Jacoby,…
Fruity Yogurt French Toast Wraps
(Culinary.net) Add fruit to your breakfast with this take on French toast, which includes a mixture of berries, bananas and vanilla yogurt wrapped in tortillas…
Pet of the Day 10/1/19
Yanni, a Terrier/American Staffordshire Terrier, is a year-old neutered male. He has a brindle and white coat and blue eyes. Because Yanni came in as…
Arson, death investigation
Oil City fight
2 face drug, other charges after being found at hotel
From staff reports Two Oil City residents have been charged after they were found in possession of drugs in a room at the Days Inn…
Tech center students make dumplings for Applefest
Students in the culinary arts class at Venango Technology Center are making apple dumplings that will be sold during Franklin’s Applefest celebration later this week….
Restoring forests 1 tree at a time, to help repair climate
MADRE DE DIOS, Peru (AP) — Destruction of the forests can be swift. Regrowth is much, much slower. But around the world, people are putting…
Bengals falter throughout, fall to 0-4 in loss to Steelers
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Cincinnati Bengals couldn’t dig out of a winless hole despite a prime-time road matchup against their biggest rival. The Bengals were…
Review: Eddie Murphy shines in vulgar, heartfelt ‘Dolemite’
The Associated Press For the amount of cursing, vulgarity and nudity in “Dolemite Is My Name ,” it might come as a surprise that it’s actually…
Recent Deaths 10/1/19
Freda E. Stricklen-Douglas, 71, of Franklin, died Sept. 29, 2019. Barry Lee Iorfido, 61, of Lewisberry, died Sept. 25, 2019. Jacqueline M. Way, 58, of…
Athlete of the Week: Cameron Russell
By ZOE ALBERT Student contributor This week’s Athlete of the Week is Cameron Russell. When asked how it felt to receive this honor, Russell responded,…
Corruption of minors
Hill City Road crash
Sandycreek Twp. harassment
VFW Participates In Women Veteran Roundtable
Last week, Army veteran and VFW National staff member Meggan Thomas spoke at a congressional roundtable event focused on women veterans. The congressionally mandated Women…
Stuffed Cherry Tomatoes
(Culinary.net) Whether you need a quick appetizer or something to snack on, these Stuffed Cherry Tomatoes make for an appealing bite. Find more snack recipes…
Pet of the Day 9/30/19
Vivian, a domestic short hair, is a four-year-old spayed female. She has a grey coat, green eyes, and white whiskers. This little lady is sweet…
OC Healthcare earns wound certification
Oil City Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center was recently recognized as a Center of Excellence for Wound Management by VOHRA Wound Physicians. The Oil City center…
Advocacy group makes its pitch
By ROSEMARY FIELDING Staff writer Pam Nicodemus said the prevalence of ADHD is so high that it is often called the “common cold” of mental…
3 of 4 escapees from Ohio jail arrested in North Carolina
CARY, N.C. (AP) — Three of four inmates who overpowered two female corrections officers and escaped from an Ohio county jail were caught in North…
Hurdle fired, Reds beat Pirates 3-1 in season finale
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pirates will head into the offseason searching for a new voice after firing Clint Hurdle. The Cincinnati Reds may have found…
‘Abominable’ No.1 with $20.9M; Zellweger’s ‘Judy’ sings out
NEW YORK (AP) — The DreamWorks animated adventure “Abominable” topped the box office with $20.9 million in ticket sales over the weekend, according to studio…
Recent Deaths 9/30/19
Marie A. (Palamara) Reynolds died Sept. 26, 2019. Barbara Ann Willison Lovell, 86, died Sept. 28, 2019. John “Scott” Nestor, Sr., 55, of Monessen, formerly…
Breast cancer awareness event ‘all set to go’ in Franklin
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer The annual Pink Splash for the Cure, an observance designed to raise public awareness of breast cancer and raise…
Crowdfunding criteria get OK
By SARAH TITLEY Staff writer Franklin Area School District teachers will now need the district’s approval if they wish to raise money via crowdfunding, as…
Dark skies: UN meeting reveals a world in a really bad mood
UNITED NATIONS (AP) — The planet is heating. Island nations are slipping away. A Pakistan-India nuclear war could be a “bloodbath.” Governments aren’t working together…
Iglesias lifts Reds to 4-2 win over Pirates in 12 innings
PITTSBURGH (AP) — R.J. Alaniz didn’t hesitate when asked if he was more excited about getting his first career hit or victory. “The hit,” said…
Winfrey shocks fundraisers with $1M donation for students
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Oprah Winfrey shocked attendees at a North Carolina fundraiser by announcing a donation of more than $1 million toward the United…
Frenchcreek Twp. assault
A New Home
By HUNTER REDFIELD – Student Contributor It is funny to me how many times I’ve forgotten I’m in Alaska. Every morning, I wake up and…
Police say man assaulted care-dependent individual
From staff reports Details have been released in the case against a Kennerdell man accused of assaulting a care-dependent man with cerebral palsy at an…
Robotics club learns about electrical grid
By ROSEMARY FIELDING Staff writer The Cranberry Area High School Robotics Club and members of the school’s gifted classes watched Penelec employee Joe Zacherl demonstrate…
Hope of coming back to shuttered GM plant fades for workers
TOLEDO, Ohio (AP) — In the months since General Motors signaled the closing of its huge car plant in Lordstown, Ohio, Tammy Hurst put off…
Newman homers twice as Pirates rally past Reds 6-5
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Last September was a nightmare for Kevin Newman. This one is going much better. Newman hit a two-run homer with two out…
Split no more, Spider-Man gets another swing with Marvel
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Spider-Man won’t be leaving the Marvel Cinematic Universe anytime soon. After a public fallout last month, Sony Pictures Entertainment and The Walt Disney…
Recent Deaths 9/28/19
Mary A. Rearick, 70, of New Bethlehem, died Sept. 26, 2019. Joan P. Borgia, 90, of Franklin, died Sept. 26, 2019. Madalyn Ann “Madi” Hutton,…
Say Hello
By CARA ANDRES, DEVIN ZERBE and BROOKE WHITLING Student contributors “It’s a lot like the quote in ‘Lilo and Stitch.’ ‘Ohana means family. Family means…
Dissemination of intimate image
Pet of the Day 9/27/19
Maggy, a domestic short hair, is a 6 1/2-year-old spayed female. She’s a handsome tuxedo cat with pale green eyes and long, white whiskers. Talkative…
Steak and Blue Cheese Flatbread
(Family Features) Burgers and brats have earned a spot in the backyard barbecue hall of fame, no doubt, but if you’re looking for a different…
Man charged in incident that damaged gas pipe
From staff reports A Franklin man was charged Monday in an incident that occurred in July in which he struck a gas pipe and caused…
Johnny Appleseed visits Sandycreek students
Students at Sandycreek Elementary School in Franklin celebrated Johnny Chapman Day by welcoming Johnny Appleseed (Chris Kovacs) to their classrooms. The special visitor handed out…
Military sees frustrating trend as suicides spike
WASHINGTON (AP) — Military suicides surged this year to a record high among active duty troops, continuing a deadly trend that Pentagon officials say is…
Pirates beat Chicago 9-5, extend Cubs’ skid to 9 games
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Joe Musgrove finished his season on a good note and then made a young boy happy. Musgrove pitched three-hit ball through six…
J. Lo, Shakira to perform at Super Bowl halftime show
NEW YORK (AP) — Jennifer Lopez and Shakira are going to bring the heat to the 2020 Pepsi Super Bowl Halftime Show. NFL, Pepsi and…
Recent Deaths 9/27/19
Ruth Ann Runyan, 76, of Knox, died Sept. 25, 2019. Helen C. (Culp) Smerkar, 93, of Lake Lucy, died Sept. 26, 2019. Gertrude M. Pineau-Hald,…
Pet of the Day 9/26/19
Dot, a Coonhound mix, is a young female. She has a black and white coat with some brown on her face and brown eyes. Dot…