Pet of the day 5/22/18
Calvin is a male kitten. He is playful and purrs like a motor boat. Calvin has smaller than normal eyes but, our vet says he…
One-pan shrimp pad Thai
Servings: 4 Start to finish: I hour 8 ounces (3/8-inch-wide) rice noodles 1/3 cup lime juice (3 limes) 1/3 cup packed brown sugar 1/4 cup…
Proposed Cranberry budget includes tax hike
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer Cranberry School District property owners could see a hike in their real estate taxes if a budget discussed at…
Part of I-80 will be closed today to remove rig
From staff reports Interstate 80 eastbound in Venango County will be closed from Exit 35 (Route 308, Clintonville) to Exit 42 (Route 38, Emlenton) from…
As summit looms, N. Korean media return to angry tone
TOKYO (AP) — North Korean media stepped up their rhetorical attacks on South Korea and joint military exercises with the United States, warning Tuesday that…
A watchdog group asks Netflix to pull ’13 Reasons Why’
NEW YORK (AP) — A media watchdog group is calling on Netflix to pull its “13 Reasons Why” series because of potentially harmful content. The…
Recent Deaths 5/22/18
William Joseph Gatto, 76, of Harrisville, died May 20, 2018. Patricia I. Turner Oakley Rode, 80, of Oil City, died May 20, 2018. Robert L. “Bob”…
Emlenton Borough DUI crash
Plum Twp. accident
Plum Twp. DUI
The History of Memorial Day
Three years after the Civil War ended on May 5, 1868, the head of an organization of Union Veterans -the Grand Army of the Republic (GAR)…
Woman taking photos on top of waterfall injured in fall
SLIPPERY ROCK (AP) — Authorities say a woman trying to take photos at the top of a waterfall in Pennsylvania has fallen about 30 feet…
Pet of the day 5/21/18
Name: Annie Breed: Rat Terrier Mix Age: 9 years Size: Small Gender: Female House-trained: Yes Annie can be found at Precious Paws Animal Rescue.
Classic barbecued chicken
Servings: 4 to 6 Start to finish: 1 hour and 45 minutes (plus 30 minutes to prepare barbecue sauce) 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon pepper…
Mercer County man dies in crash
From staff reports Mercer state police reported that a man died Sunday as the result of a crash on Hadley Road in Otter Creek Township,…
VC students benefit from golf outing honoring 1976 grad
From staff reports Venango Catholic High School students will benefit again this year from a golf outing next month in memory of a VC graduate….
Lava from Kilauea volcano enters ocean, creates toxic cloud
PAHOA, Hawaii (AP) — White plumes of acid and extremely fine shards of glass billowed into the sky over Hawaii as molten rock from Kilauea…
Padres squeeze out 8-5 win, take 3 of 4 from Pirates
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The San Diego Padres squeezed out a win over the Pittsburgh Pirates. Freddy Galvis drove in the go-ahead run in a four-run…
School victims honored at Billboard Awards; Janet, BTS shine
The Associated Press The 2018 Billboard Music Awards paid tribute to the students and teachers affected by recent deadly shootings in Texas and Florida, while…
Recent Deaths 5/21/18
Oscar N. Brown Jr., 75, of Clarion, died May 18, 2018. Martha June Kammerdeiner, 81, of Mars, formerly of Sarver, died May 20, 2018. Glenna Faye…
Bluegrass festival continues to draw crowds
The 2018 Bluegrass Festival will be held Friday through Sunday, May 25-27, at the Venango County Fairgrounds. Campers will start setting up at noon May…
I-80 crash
Polk cut off crash
Firm wants to bring back jobs at former O-I site
By MARISSA DECHANT – Staff writer Eight years after the Owens-Illinois glass plant closure in Clarion, one local land development firm is preparing to break…
New Starbucks policy: No purchase needed to sit in cafes
NEW YORK (AP) — Starbucks announced a new policy Saturday that allows anyone to sit in its cafes or use its restrooms, even if they…
High-tech, sphere-shaped arena coming to Las Vegas Strip
LAS VEGAS (AP) — A massive high-tech, sphere-shaped venue that will host concerts and other events while engaging multiple senses will break ground this summer…
Richard pitches into the eighth, Padres top Pirates 6-2
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Clayton Richard’s plan was simple. After the San Diego Padres gave him a three-run lead in the first inning, Richard decided to…
Franklin road work to continue next week
From staff reports City of Franklin contractor Suit-Kote will apply a slurry seal coat to roads in the Franklin Heights area next week. On Monday,…
Memorial Day ceremonies and parade set in Franklin
Franklin’s annual Memorial Day ceremonies and parade will be held Monday, May 28. The first ceremony will begin at 9 a.m. on the 13th Street…
Teen laid out Texas attack plans in journals, officials say
SANTA FE, Texas (AP) — The Texas student charged in the shooting at Santa Fe High School described planning the attack in private journals, including…
’13 Reasons Why’ premiere canceled after Texas shooting
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Netflix canceled the premiere party for its second season of the teen drama “13 Reasons Why” because of a school shooting…
Hosmer and Ross help Padres cool off Pirates, 3-2
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The small-market San Diego Padres made a big investment in February when they signed Eric Hosmer to a $144-million, eight-year contract as…
Recent Deaths 5/19/18
Mary Lee Hughey, 83, of Oil City, died Thursday, May 17, 2018. Elwood Eugene Shreckengost, 97, formerly of Hannaville, died Thursday, May 17, 2018. Elisabeth J….
Clinton Twp. accident
Pet of the day 5/18/18
Name: Dewey Breed: Domestic Shorthair mix Age: 3 years Gender: Male Size: Small Color: Orange/ White Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Dewey can be found at…
One-pan roasted chicken with root vegetables
Servings: 4 Start to finish: 1 hour and 15 minutes 12 ounces Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved 12 ounces red potatoes, unpeeled, cut into 1-inch…
Woman accused of DUI crash with child, 4, in vehicle
From staff reports A Franklin woman is facing charges after she was allegedly in a DUI crash with her 4-year-old son inside the vehicle last…
Bishop won’t try to block report on abuse investigation
ERIE (AP) — A Roman Catholic bishop in Pennsylvania says he won’t try to block the release of a report detailing the findings of an…
Polanco, Pirates beat Padres 5-4 for 8th win in 9 games
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Pirates weren’t expected to contend in the strong NL Central this season, especially after trading stars Andrew McCutchen and Gerrit…
In ‘Solo,’ a battle for the soul, and tone, of ‘Star Wars’
CANNES, France (AP) — When J.J. Abrams was a “Star Wars” novice, Lawrence Kasdan, the writer of “The Empire Strikes Back” and “The Return of…
Recent Deaths 5/18/18
Susan Trill O’Shea, 70, died May 2, 2018. Ronald L. Hicks Sr., 78, of Rouseville, died May 15, 2018. Charl Ann Kapp, 81, of Oil City,…
Preserve hair color longer
Communions, graduations, birthday parties, and summer vacations dot many people’s social calendars each year. People want to look their best on special occasions, and salon…
Pet of the day 5/17/18
Name: Annie Breed: Welsh Corgi, Cardigan mix Age: 6 months Gender: Female Size: Medium Color: White/ Brown Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Annie can be found…
Vegetable paella
Servings: 6 Start to finish: 2 hours 3 cups jarred whole baby artichokes packed in water, quartered, rinsed, and patted dry 2 red bell peppers,…
Man accused of assaulting officer waives hearing
From staff reports A Franklin man accused of assaulting a police officer last week at an Atlantic Avenue residence waived his preliminary hearing Wednesday in…
Sugarcreek council OKs bids for materials, paving project
By WILLIAM STEVENS Staff writer Sugarcreek Borough Council on Wednesday unanimously approved several bids for supplies that will be used for upcoming projects in the…
Justices to hear appeal in ambush attack that killed officer
HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — A man on death row for killing one Pennsylvania state trooper and wounding another to act out his anti-government beliefs wants…
Bell’s single lifts Pirates over reeling White Sox 3-2
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Josh Bell was in the unaccustomed role of pinch hitter when he stepped to the plate, getting a rare break from the…
Celebrities bring awareness to mental health issues
NEW YORK (AP) — Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson has discussed his battle with depression. Mariah Carey recently revealed she has bipolar disorder. And “Deadpool” superstar…