Highmark specialists to explain changes at workshop
From staff reports An informational workshop is planned to help people better understand the expected changes that may occur when the consent decree between Highmark…
Franklin sets street sweeping
From staff reports The City of Franklin street department will sweep streets next week in the following areas: Monday – First shift: alleys from 12th…
Oil City art students honored
Several students at Oil City High School were inducted into the National Art Honor Society. They include Laney McNellie, Destiny Hughes, Rachel Adams, Kira Doutt,…
Sunday Mass canceled across Sri Lanka a week after bombings
COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (AP) — Catholic leaders canceled Sunday Masses indefinitely across Sri Lanka and officials urged Muslims to stay home for Friday prayers in…
Dodgers homer in record 33 straight home games, beat Pirates
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Cody Bellinger’s one mighty swing of the bat was loaded with historical significance. Bellinger hit a two-run homer in the first…
National Comedy Center to digitize Lucille Ball archives
JAMESTOWN, N.Y. (AP) — Handwritten notes and family photographs belonging to Lucille Ball will be digitally preserved as part of a new project being undertaken…
Recent Deaths 4/27/19
Brian J. “Bubba” Seely, 51, of Cochranton, died April 25, 2019. Curtis B. Rimer, 55, of Henderson, Nevada, died April 8, 2019. Marvin D. Goughler,…
Drug Act Violation
In The Works: The Cranberry Closet
By JENNA SEIGWORTH Student contributor “It’s truly for the kids,” said Lori Corbett, one of Cranberry High School’s guidance counselors, when asked about the newest…
Pet of the day 4/26/19
Name: Jughead Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 2 years Gender: Male Size: Large Color: White/ Black Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Jughead can be found at…
Braised Cod Peperonata
Servings: 4 Start to finish: 1 hour 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus extra for serving 1 onion, halved and sliced thin 2 red bell…
Drug, firearm charges filed after traffic stop in Sugarcreek Borough
From staff reports Sugarcreek Borough police said a routine stop for traffic violations in the 400 block of Rocky Grove Avenue late Saturday night led…
Job fair scheduled in May at Venango Technology Center
From staff reports The School & Industry Partnership along with the Venango and Franklin chambers will sponsor a Student Employment Event on Tuesday, May 21….
Quarantines at 2 LA universities amid US measles outbreak
LOS ANGELES (AP) — A quarantine at two Los Angeles universities affected more than 200 students and staff who may have been exposed to measles…
Greinke leads Diamondbacks past Pirates for 4-game sweep
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Zack Greinke did a little bit of everything on Thursday, holding the Pirates to two hits over seven innings and adding a…
Taylor Swift to open Billboard Awards with performance
NEW YORK (AP) — Taylor Swift will open next week’s Billboard Music Awards with a performance of her new single “ME!” Swift released the colorful,…
Recent Deaths 4/26/19
Samuel R. “Rich” Switzer, 75, of Sligo, died April 24, 2019. Nancy Kay (Hetrick) Ace, 78, of Knox, died April 25, 2019. For complete…
Washington Twp. DUI crash
Cranberry Sheetz theft
Felony gun and drug charges
Endangering the welfare of children
Pet of the day 4/25/19
Name: Flash Breed: Retriever, Labrador/ Rottweiler Age: 2 years Gender: Male Size: Large Color: Black Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Flash can be found at Venango…
Effortless Summertime Entertaining
(Family Features) Summer means it’s time to stock up on fresh produce and light the grill for a season of outdoor gatherings with friends and…
Man pleads guilty to homicide by vehicle charge
From staff reports A Corsica man pleaded guilty Wednesday in Clarion County court to a homicide by vehicle charge in connection with a 2017 crash…
Franklin students competing in national tourney
From staff reports Ten students from Franklin High School are on their way to Orlando, Florida, to compete in the Academic Games League of America’s…
Penelec to conduct tree trimming in region
From staff reports Penelec will conduct tree trimming along transmission and distribution circuits over the next several months. A company news release says locations include…
Putin: NKorea ready to denuclearize – if it gets guarantees
VLADIVOSTOK, Russia (AP) — Russian President Vladimir Putin said North Korean leader Kim Jong Un confirmed during their first summit Thursday he is willing to…
Marte homers twice, D-Backs win 9th straight at Pittsburgh
PITTSBURGH (AP) — There was no stopping Ketel Marte and the Diamondbacks — especially not in Pittsburgh. Marte homered from both sides of the plate,…
‘Avengers: Endgame’ poised to topple box-office records
NEW YORK (AP) — By any measure, the release of “Avengers: Endgame” is a movie-theater event unlike any other. When the 22nd film in Marvel…
Recent Deaths 4/25/19
Denise Diane Irwin, 47, of Venus, died April 23, 2019. Patricia L. “Pat” Golden, 82, of Franklin, died April 24, 2019. Joseph E. Craft, 65,…
Roethlisberger to remain with Steelers through 2021
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Steelers have reiterated repeatedly during an eventful offseason that quarterback Ben Roethlisberger remains the team’s unquestioned leader. They have handed…
Significant changes to antlerless license totals, but not everywhere
Don’t get too comfortable. Yes, it’s true that, statewide, there will be more antlerless deer licenses available in Pennsylvania this fall than last. Pennsylvania Game…
Pet of the day 4/24/19
Name: Tadpole Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 1 year Gender: Male Size: Medium Color: Buff/ White Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Tadpole can be found at…
Shrimp with White Beans
Servings: 4 Start to finish: 30 minutes 1 pound extra-large shrimp (21 to 25 per pound), peeled and deveined Pinch sugar Salt and pepper 5…
St. Stephen students pledge their care for Earth
From staff reports “Protect our Species,” the theme for 2019 Earth Day, caught the interest of St. Stephen School 5th graders as they prepared their…
Precious Paws clinic marks 5 years of helping animals
By SARAH TITLEY Staff writer Franklin-based Precious Paws Animal Rescue’s SNYP (Spay and Neuter Your Pets) Clinic celebrated two milestones earlier this month with its…
Franklin woman honored with top award at Miami of Ohio
From staff reports A Franklin woman is one of 18 students at Miami University in Oxford, Ohio, who received the 2019 President’s Distinguished Service Award…
Boy Scouts could be hit with more sex abuse claims
NEW YORK (AP) — The lawyers’ ads on the internet aggressively seeking clients to file sexual abuse lawsuits give a taste of what lies ahead…
Dyson’s dive gets run on review, D-backs beat Pirates 2-1
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Jarrod Dyson watched the ball hit the dirt and bolted for home, an impressive read by the veteran speedster. He saw the…
Man or cyborg? ‘Jeopardy!’ champ passes $1 million mark
NEW YORK (AP) — There’s no truth to the rumor that James Holzhauer is a cyborg created to be the perfect “Jeopardy!” contestant. But given how he’s…
Recent Deaths 4/24/19
Elizabeth M. “Betty” Stallone, 88, of Franklin, died April 23, 2019. Mary “Louise” Bear, 101, of Franklin, died April 21, 2019. John Michael Say, Sr.,…
Cherrytree Twp. theft
Oil Creek Twp. theft
Theft
Lost firearm
Pet of the day 4/23/19
Roki is an active, strong, male Pit Bull mix that was surrendered to the rescue. We were told he lived with adults and children. Roki…
How to Create Fresh Spring Flavors
(Family Features) When it comes to healthy eating, looking for nutrient-rich foods to include in your diet is one of the more important goals. However,…
2 accused of kidnapping in Mercer County
From staff reports State police in Mercer said a man and a woman have been charged in the kidnapping and robbery of a 15-year-old boy…
Group completes service projects in New Orleans
From staff reports Clarion University-Venango’s CU Serve Club traveled to New Orleans during spring break to explore the culture and history of one of the…