UPMC schedules Stroke Awareness Month events
From staff reports UPMC Northwest will host two free events to recognize National Stoke Awareness Month including a celebration for stroke survivors and free stroke…
St. Patrick Mission Fair is today
The St. Patrick School Mission Club will hold its annual Mission Fair today. Getting ready for the event are Madolyn Williams, Ava Ekis and Jillian…
Pennsylvania Has First Measles Case Of The Year
The Associated Press The first adult case of measles was just confirmed in Pennsylvania as the infections continue to make their way across the U.S….
Peter Mayhew, Chewbacca in the ‘Star Wars’ films, dies at 74
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Peter Mayhew, the towering actor who donned a huge, furry costume to give life to the rugged-and-beloved character of Chewbacca in…
Recent Deaths 5/3/19
Ethel Kline “Dimp” MacBeth, 84, of Cooksburg, died April 30, 2019. Michael W. Walters, 56, of Oil City, died May 2, 2019. Kenneth Girts, 76,…
Pet of the day 5/2/19
Name: Yogi Breed: Rottweiler mix Age: 7 years Gender: Male Size: Large Color: Black/ Tan Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Yogi can be found at Venango…
Blend Your Way to a Nutritious Meal
(Family Features) Creating a nutritious family dinner doesn’t have to mean sacrificing favorite dishes. For a healthier take on a traditional ethnic meal, these Blended…
Attempted homicide charge against OC woman is withdrawn
By JIM MEYER Staff writer All charges against an Oil City woman accused of attempted homicide were withdrawn Wednesday in Venango County Central Court. Deania…
OC puts out call for lifeguards
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer Work is underway to ready the Oil City municipal swimming pool for the summer season. There is a missing…
Rains like no other: Iraq is tested in era of climate change
YOUSSIFIYAH, Iraq (AP) — After years of meager rains and scorching summers, the wettest winter in a generation has revived Iraq’s famous rivers and filled…
Reynolds keeps rookie run going as Pirates top Rangers 7-5
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Rookie Bryan Reynolds is closing in on teammate Gregory Polanco for a little piece of Pittsburgh Pirates history. Polanco is enjoying…
Drake breaks Taylor Swift’s record at Billboard Music Awards
The Associated Press Mother’s Day is in a couple weeks, but Drake gave his mom an early gift with a heartfelt speech at the 2019…
Recent Deaths 5/2/19
James W. Finnecy, 74, of Oil City, died May 1, 2019. Sheila Mary Hockridge Edwards, 93, died April 30, 2019. For complete obituaries, pick…
Tips for making the most of morel mushroom season
Forget Game of Thrones. This is a Game of Secrets. And it’s being played right now. Hunters of a sort – armed with onion sacks…
The importance of music education in high school
By DANIELLE PETERSON & TYLER COMISKE Student contributors Hidden in the corner of Cranberry High School lies two large classrooms that praise self-expression and self-discovery….
Pet of the day 5/1/19
Name: Baby Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 1 year Gender: Female Size: Small Color: Grey Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Baby can be found at Venango…
Green Shakshuka
Servings: 4 Start to finish: 50 minutes 2 pounds Swiss chard, stems removed and reserved, leaves chopped 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1 large onion,…
Frequent complaints aired about intercity bus route in Venango
By JIM MEYER Staff writer While the Crawford Area Transportation Authority intercity bus service accommodates a wide assortment of people in Venango County, a point…
Board to weigh options for 2020 deer season opener
From staff reports Although the opening of firearms deer season will begin on the first Saturday after Thanksgiving this year, officials will determine whether the…
2 dead, motive unclear in North Carolina campus shooting
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — A student with a pistol and no immediately apparent motive killed two people and wounded four others at the University of…
Pirates end 8-game skid with 2 11th-inning HRs to beat Texas
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — When Bryan Reynolds led off the 11th inning with his first career homer, everybody on the Pittsburgh Pirates’ bench erupted in…
Hugs, tears mark taping of final ‘Big Bang Theory’ episode
BURBANK, Calif. (AP) — Hugs and tears punctuated the final taping of “The Big Bang Theory,” a lovefest for its stars, crew and audience alike….
Recent Deaths 5/1/19
Mona Grace Goodman, 89, of Oxford, Georgia, formerly of Oil City, died April 27, 2019. D. Joanne Mohney, 76, of New Bethlehem, died April 30,…
Oil City forgery and theft
Pet of the day 4/30/19
Alistair is a big handsome male cat. He has very short and plushy fur. He is super friendly and current on vaccines. He tested negative…
Black Bean Burger
Servings: 6 Start to finish: 40 minutes (plus 1 to 24 hours chilling) 2 (15-ounce) cans black beans, rinsed 1 ounce tortilla chips, crushed coarse…
Scrap metal clean-up day set in Canal Twp.
From staff reports Canal Township supervisors will host a scrap metal clean-up day from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, May 11, at the township…
OC street sweeping planned this week
From staff reports The Oil City street sweeping schedule has been set for this week. Today – East Fourth, Allegheny (Wilson to Eighth), Lower Allegheny…
Piano students to give recital
From staff reports Piano students of Susan Piel will present their spring recital at 2 p.m. Sunday in the sanctuary of the Franklin Alliance Church….
Venezuela’s Guaido takes to streets in military uprising
CARACAS, Venezuela (AP) — Venezuelan opposition leader Juan Guaidó took to the streets with activist Leopoldo Lopez and a small contingent of heavily armed troops…
Summer Movie Preview: Sequels galore, but original gems too
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Pass the popcorn, the summer movie season is here and all the spectacle and air-conditioned respite it offers audiences. Summer at…
Recent Deaths 4/30/19
Donna J. Lewis-Walters, 75, of Rouseville, died April 27, 2019. Keith Everett Miller, 71, of Knox, died April 28, 2019. Ella H. “Martha” Eiseman, 77,…
Oil City hit and run
Reno DUI
Cornplanter Twp. accident
Sunshine on a Cloudy Day
By MADALYNN BUNYAK Student contributor Sunshine has been spotted in more places than just the sky lately at Cranberry High School. A tradition from one…
Pennsylvania VFW 28th District Meeting
The VFW 28th District will have their district meeting at 2 p.m. May 5 at Reynolds VFW Post 7599. The post is located at 115…
Pet of the day 4/29/19
Name: Ginger Breed: Retriever Mix Age: 13 years Gender: Female Size: Medium Color: Copper/ Butterscotch Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Ginger can be found at Venango…
Simple Ways to be Heart Smart
Discover recipes chock-full of heart-healthy pecans (Family Features) Sometimes making small changes can have a positive impact on your health – including heart health –…
Woman accused of Titusville arson
From staff reports A woman has been charged with arson as a result of a structure fire in Titusville at about 6:30 a.m. Sunday. Titusville…
Taste of Talent dates scheduled
From staff reports The Franklin Fine Arts Council’s annual Taste of Talent Vocal Competition, which is open to individual soloists age 16 and over, will…
Jewish community will ‘stand tall’ after synagogue shooting
POWAY, Calif. (AP) — Eight-year-old Noya Dahan had finished praying and gone to play with other children at her Southern California synagogue when gunshots rang…
Muncy, Bellinger lead Dodgers to 7-6 win, sweep of Pirates
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Cody Bellinger helps the Los Angeles Dodgers with power and a refined plate approach, too. Bellinger hit his 14th home run…
‘Avengers: Endgame’ obliterates records with $1.2B opening
NEW YORK (AP) — The universe belongs to Marvel. “Avengers: Endgame” shattered the record for biggest opening weekend with an estimated $350 million in ticket…
Recent Deaths 4/29/19
John Michael Say, Sr., 78, of Seneca, died April 23, 2019. Donna J. Walters, 75, of Rouseville, died April 27, 2019. Mary B. Rice, 68,…
Request made to dissolve Oil City Parking Authority
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer One of Oil City’s public authorities that at one time wielded considerable clout in the city is going away….
Gardening advice offered at OC’s Community Conversations program
By ROSEMARY FIELDING Staff writer The new Community Conversations program at First Presbyterian Church on Bissell Avenue in Oil City offered advice this week on…
Leaders struggle to make sense of fatal attack on synagogue
POWAY, Calif. (AP) — The rabbi who led a service on the last day of Passover suffered a gunshot wound to his hands and two…
Kershaw gets 1st win as Dodgers beat Pirates 3-1
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Three starts into his delayed season and Clayton Kershaw already appears back in his usual form. Kershaw earned his first win,…
Sigourney Weaver helps school celebrate ‘Alien’ production
NORTH BERGEN, N.J. (AP) — Sigourney Weaver helped make a New Jersey high school’s encore stage production of “Alien” a special event. “Alien: The Play”…