Jobless rate edges higher
by Sally Bell Staff writer Venango County’s unemployment rate continues to hover more than 1 percentage point above the state’s and 2 full percentage points…
Cosby’s team attacks judge likely to retry him in sex case
NORRISTOWN, Pa. (AP) — Bill Cosby, the comedian once known as “America’s Dad” for his TV role as paternal Dr. Cliff Huxtable, is declaring victory…
Worth Township DUI
Salem Township DUI
Navy stops search for 7 missing sailors after bodies found
YOKOSUKA, Japan (AP) — The search for seven U.S. Navy sailors missing after their destroyer collided with a container ship off Japan was called off…
Polanco homers, Rivero gets 5-out save for Pirates vs Cubs
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The way Chicago Cubs manager Joe Maddon figures it, the list of relievers with better stuff than Pittsburgh’s Felipe Rivero is short….
Amazon deal for Whole Foods could bring retail experiments
NEW YORK (AP) — Online retail giant Amazon is making a bold expansion into physical stores with a $13.7 billion deal to buy Whole Foods,…
Alarm clock dropped inside wall goes off daily for 13 years
ROSS, Pa. (AP) — A Pennsylvania homeowner is reminded once a day that he wasn’t as clever as he hoped. Jerry Lynn tells KDKA-TV that an…
Food, treats business opens on Allegheny Boulevard
By Marissa Dechant Staff writer Mac’s Snax officially opened its doors in Franklin on Thursday, just in time for the summer season. The roadside shop…
Polk Center employee investigated
From staff reports Franklin state police are investigating an incident involving a Polk Center employee who showed up to work under the influence of a…
Director John Avildsen dies at 81; won Oscar for ‘Rocky’
LOS ANGELES (AP) — John G. Avildsen, who directed “Rocky” and “The Karate Kid” — two dark-horse, underdog favorites that went on to become Hollywood…
US, Japan search for 7 Navy sailors, puzzle over ship crash
YOKOSUKA, Japan (AP) — U.S. and Japanese vessels and aircraft were searching Saturday for seven American sailors who were missing after their Navy destroyer collided…
Rizzo, Cubs rally for 6 runs in 9th inning, beat Pirates 9-5
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Anthony Rizzo just missed a chance at making history at the start of the game but was happy with the ending. Rizzo…
Recent Deaths 6/17/17
Larry J. Snyder, 72, of Kennerdell, died Thursday, June 15, 2017. George R. Chandler, 95, formerly of Seneca, and a resident of Brooksville, Florida, died…
Cranberry Twp. accident
French Creek Twp. public intoxication
Pet of the day 6/16/17
Name: Geno Breed: Domestic Medium Hair Gender: Male Size: Medium Color: White and black Age: 9 weeks Geno can be found at Precious Paws Animal…
Recycling for rescues
The DukeFest team is continuing its effort to raise money for area rescues through can collecting. Precious Paws Animal Rescue in Franklin has been dealing…
Fried cauliflower “rice” with shiitakes, Canadian bacon and peas
Start to finish: 1 hour (40 active) Servings: 4 1 small cauliflower (about 1 3/4 pounds) 1/4 cup plus 1/2 tablespoon vegetable oil, divided 2…
OC man facing strangulation charge
By SAXON DAUGHERTY Staff Writer An Oil City man has been charged with strangulation following an altercation Wednesday on the North Side. A criminal complaint…
Payless closing in Cranberry
By SALLY BELL Staff writer Payless shoe store in Cranberry is closing. Late last week, the store was listed on a list of stores “under…
Doctor arrested at Trump Hotel back in custody until trial
WASHINGTON (AP) — A Pennsylvania doctor arrested with guns last month at Trump International Hotel was taken back into custody Thursday after authorities say he…
Penguins’ bid for 3-peat likely won’t include Fleury
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Marc-Andre Fleury knew this day was coming, though the winningest goaltender in Pittsburgh Penguins history did his best to push the idea…
Absent Jay Z inducted to Songwriters Hall
NEW YORK (AP) — Jay Z, whose wife Beyonce is expecting twins soon, was absent from the 2017 Songwriters Hall of Fame, where he was…
Recent Deaths 6/16/17
Clara Marie (Bridge) Rugh, 78, of President Township, died June 15, 2017. Arthur W. Weaver, 89, of Seneca, died June 14, 2017. Margaret P. “Margene” Hinds,…
Scrubgrass Twp. accident
Pet of the day 6/15/17
Name: Skipper Breed: Siberian Husky/ Australian Shepherd Age: 1 year Gender: Male Size: Medium Color: White/ Black Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption Price: $75.00 Does…
Work scheduled on three routes in Venango Co.
From staff reports PennDOT is planning repairs to roads in Oil City, Cornplanter Township and Pinegrove Township. The $1.1 million improvement project is scheduled to…
Make his first Father’s Day special
Dads are often the first heros in their young children’s lives. Dads chase away ghosts in the closet, let their daughters dance on their toes…
Greek tabbouleh salad
Serves 6 to 8 as a side dish Start to finish: 2 ½ hours (2 hours unattended) 1½ cups bulgur wheat 1¾ cups hot water…
A day at the ball field
Firefighters from the Oil City Fire Department recently joined children in the Oil City Junior Baseball League for a baseball game. The department also bought the…
11 charges against Franklin man withdrawn
From staff reports Charges filed against a Franklin man accused of false imprisonment were withdrawn Wednesday in Venango County Central Court. Assistant District Attorney Justin…
Oil Region Cycling Classic starts Friday
From staff reports Bicyclists can look forward to the Oil Region Cycling Classic starting Friday and running through Sunday on designated trails in Venango County….
London fire death toll at 17; ‘miracle’ if any more survivors
LONDON (AP) — London firefighters traumatized by the devastation they witnessed in a high-rise apartment blaze that killed at least 17 people worked Thursday to…
Rockies quiet Pirates 5-1 to end losing streak
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Colorado Rockies, road warriors? Believe it. Ian Desmond hit his fourth home run of the season and rookie German Marquez pitched…
Bat-Signal to light up Los Angeles in tribute to Adam West
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Bat-Signal will shine over Los Angeles in tribute to the late Adam West, the actor best-known for playing Batman in…
Rockland Twp. criminal mischief
Hunting licenses available Monday
By SAXON DAUGHERTY Staff Writer Hunting and furtaker licenses for the 2017-18 season are scheduled to go on sale Monday, and local county treasurer offices…
Clarion Twp. criminal mischief
Pet of the day 6/14/17
Name: Crosby Size: Medium Gender: Male Color: Black and White Age: 9 Weeks Crosby can be found at Precious Paws Animal Rescue.
UPS shooting leaves 4 dead at San Francisco center
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — A UPS employee opened fire at a San Francisco package delivery facility on Wednesday, killing three employees and then himself as…
Meat and potatoes steakhouse salad
Servings: 4 Start to finish: 25 minutes 6 cups of baby spinach or mixed greens 1 8-ounce filet mignon, trimmed of visible fat 1/2 teaspoon…
Grove City man dies after falling in pond
From staff reports A Grove City man died Tuesday morning after he accidentally fell into a retention pond while operating a riding lawnmower in the…
Cranberry Aldi six-week closure starts today
By SAXON DAUGHERTY Staff Writer Today marks the first day the Aldi store on Route 322 in Cranberry Township will be closed as work progresses…
6 killed, 74 injured in massive London high-rise blaze
LONDON (AP) — A deadly overnight fire raced through a 24-story apartment tower in London on Wednesday, killing at least six people and injuring 74…
Jaso’s pinch-hit homer powers Pirates by Rockies 5-2
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The first two months of the season were a mess for Andrew McCutchen and John Jaso, a mish-mash of strikeouts and missed…
Man arrested for uploading ‘Deadpool’ to his Facebook page
FRESNO, Calif. (AP) — Federal prosecutors say a man was arrested in central California for allegedly uploading the Marvel film “Deadpool” to his Facebook page…
Recent Deaths 6/14/17
Charles L. “Chuck” Lewis Sr., 77, of Jackson Center, died June 12, 2017. Cindy Lou Cochran, 58, of Utica, died June 10, 2017. Donna Sue…
Rockland Twp. accident