I-80 Crash
Court documents outline more details in firearms arrest
By MARISSA DECHANT – Staff writer More details have emerged from court documents in the case of a Franklin man who is facing firearms charges….
2 Ohio police officers killed responding to 911; suspect held
WESTERVILLE, Ohio (AP) — Two Ohio police officers responding to a 911 hang-up call were fatally shot on Saturday after entering a townhome in a…
Alfred Hitchcock remains an influence on crime writers
NEW YORK (AP) — As he wrote what has become one of the top-selling novels so far in 2018, “The Woman in the Window,” the…
Steelers sign Pro Bowl FB Nix to 4-year contract
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Steelers have signed Pro Bowl fullback Roosevelt Nix to a four-year contract. The 25-year-old Nix played in all 16 games…
Organizers gearing up for 11th annual Oil Country Bluegrass Festival
Court Appointed Special Advocates of Venango County and Oil City Arts Council will team up to host what will be Oil City’s 11th annual Oil…
Venango County DA concludes probe into inmate’s suicide
By JIM MEYER – Staff writer The November death of a Venango County jail inmate has been determined to be a suicide with no else…
With extraordinary political theater, Winter Olympics begin
PYEONGCHANG, South Korea (AP) — In an extraordinary show of unexpected unity, North and South Korea sat side by side Friday night under exploding fireworks…
Unlimited movie-theater deal could be too good to survive
NEW YORK (AP) — MoviePass is trying to bring to movie theaters what Netflix did for DVDs and online streaming: Let subscribers watch as many…
Lehtonen, Seguin lead Stars over Penguins 4-3 in shootout
DALLAS (AP) — When Dallas goaltender Kari Lehtonen had to face Pittsburgh’s top three scorers in a shootout Friday night, he relied on a memory…
Recent Deaths 2/10/18
Patricia A. Schwabenbauer McFadden, 85, of Erie, formerly of Seneca, died Friday, February 9, 2018. David A. Whitman, 63, of Meadville, died Wednesday, February 7,…
Sale of firearms
Sending love
Will you be my Furry Valentine? People may purchase a personalized heart (or several) and let Clarion PAWS residents know how much they’re loved, according…
US flu season still worsening; now as bad as 2009 swine flu
NEW YORK (AP) — The flu has further tightened its grip on the U.S. This season is now as bad as the swine flu epidemic…
Registrations being accepted for fatherhood program
From staff reports Registrations are being accepted for the Venango Fatherhood Initiative’s “24/7 Dad” program. This series of group meetings for fathers and families begins…
Pet of the day 2/9/18
Name: Libby Breed: Shepherd and Collie Mix Gender: Female Size: Medium Color: Brown/ Chocolate Age: 3 years House-trained: Yes Libby can be found at Precious…
Lemon and vanilla bean angel food cake
Servings: 12 Start to finish: 2 hours, including inactive cooking and cooling time 2/3 cup organic sugar 1/2 vanilla bean, grains scraped from pod 2…
Local residents offer comments on Route 8 study
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer Local residents offering comments at Thursday’s PennDOT session were emphatic and unanimous in their insistence that the four-lane stretch…
‘No Strings Attached: A Pinocchio Story’ will be performed Feb. 16-17
From staff reports It’s an enchanting story of obedience, respect and truth when “No Strings Attached: A Pinocchio Story” is performed Friday and Saturday, Feb….
Trump signs budget deal, government to reopen
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump on Friday signed a $400 billion budget deal that sharply boosts spending and swells the federal deficit, ending a…
Steelers name Bradley, Dunbar as coaches
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Steelers overhauled a portion of their defensive coaching staff Thursday, hiring Karl Dunbar as defensive line coach and Tom Bradley…
Family blames movie exec’s suicide on Weinstein scandal
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Jill Messick, who served as a producer on films such as “Frida” and “Baby Mama,” has taken her own life, her…
Recent Deaths 2/9/18
Marjorie Danzer Straub, of Midland, Michigan, died Jan. 30, 2018. Celia DeVault Shreffler Kolacek, 86, of Diamond, died Feb. 7, 2018. Erma Negri Oliver, 100, formerly of…
‘Snowman in the Forest’ set for Feb. 17
From staff reports The Cook Forest Vacation Bureau once again will sponsor a fun family day, “Snowman in the Forest,” beginning at 11:30 a.m. Saturday,…
Cranberry Twp. theft
Clintonville Borough accident
Unique ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day is an opportunity for couples to celebrate their love for each other, whether their relationship is relatively new or has endured through many…
Florida woman: Airline told me to flush pet hamster
MIAMI (AP) — A Florida woman says an airline told her to flush her hamster down an airport toilet because the emotional support rodent wasn’t…
Pet of the day 2/8/18
Name: Walter Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 5 months Gender: Male Size: Small Color: White/ Black Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption Price: $50.00 Walter can…
Irish Potato Bread
Makes 8 Serves 4 13/4 cups smooth mashed potatoes (1 very large cooked potato or 2 medium) 3/4 cup self-rising flour 1/4 teaspoon powdered mustard…
COLUMN: Route 8 meeting tonight too important to pass up
By PETER GREENE There are 1,074 seats in the Franklin High School auditorium. In over four decades, I have only seen them all filled a…
Woman accused of forging $27,000 check held for court
By MARISSA DECHANT Staff writer An Oil City woman accused of forging a check in her name for nearly $30,000 in October was held for…
Town hall session focuses on human trafficking
From staff reports Due to the escalation of terrorist attacks throughout the world, along with the increase of human trafficking within the commonwealth, Rep. Donna…
Pelosi speaks for record 8 hours in favor of ‘Dreamers’
WASHINGTON (AP) — House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi staged a record-breaking, eight-hour speech in hopes of pressuring Republicans to allow a vote on protecting “Dreamer”…
Eagles fans flock to Philadelphia to fete champs at parade
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Tens of thousands of Eagles fans poured into Philadelphia Thursday morning, some before dawn, to take part in the city’s first-ever Super…
Review: Eastwood’s ’15:17′ recreates a thwarted attack
The Associated Press In his latest film, “The 15:17 to Paris,” Clint Eastwood has taken his famously no-frills filmmaking further than ever before. Having already…
Recent Deaths 2/8/18
Lieutenant Colonel (Retired) Wendell Holmes Slaughenhaupt, 87, of Fisher, died Feb. 5, 2018. Helen L. McCullough, 74, of Strattanville, died Feb. 4, 2018. Scott R. Hoover,…
Area senior centers set schedules
Cranberry Place The Cranberry Place Older Adult Center is open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays. Lunch is served daily at 11:30 a.m. for a suggested donation…
Pet of the day 2/7/18
Name: Luna B Breed: Pit Bull Terrier Gender: Female Age: 1 year Color: Brindle, White/ Cream Size: Medium House-trained: Yes Luna B can be found…
Slow cooked pork roast
Serves 12 6 hours start to finish 3 tablespoons brown sugar, light or dark 2 teaspoons minced garlic 2 teaspoons canola or vegetable oil 2…
Franklin OKs CDBG program updates
By MARISSA DECHANT Staff writer Franklin City Council has approved a number of updates and resolutions to the city’s Community Development Block Grant program. The…
Pence says US to unveil ‘toughest’ sanctions on N. Korea
TOKYO (AP) — Vice President Mike Pence said the U.S. is preparing to announce the “toughest and most aggressive” economic sanctions against North Korea in…
Pens ruin Fleury’s homecoming with 5-4 win over Vegas
PITTSBURGH (AP) — It was an emotional night for the Pittsburgh Penguins and their beloved former goaltender, Marc-Andre Fleury. Fleury was back in the city…
SpaceX’s big new rocket blasts off, puts sports car in space
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — SpaceX’s big new rocket blasted off Tuesday on its first test flight, carrying a red electric sports car aiming for…
Recent Deaths 2/7/18
Douglas C. Nelson, 68, of Franklin, died Feb. 5, 2018. Grace K. Smith, 69, of Polk, died Feb. 3, 2018. Thomas E. Myers, 66, of Parker, died Feb….
Cherrytree Twp. DUI
Felon in possession of firearms
Rockland Twp. crash