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…
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Pet of the day 2/21/18
Name: Marylynn Breed: Chinese Shar-Pei/ Mix Age: 1 year Gender: Female Size: Medium Color: Blond Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption Price: $100.00 Marylynn can be…
Silky Leek Soup
Start to finish: 40 minutes Serves 4 1 tablespoon unsalted butter 1 tablespoon olive oil, plus extra for drizzling 6 large leeks, white and light…
Former Grove board member raises concerns about safety
By WILLIAM STEVENS Staff writer A former Valley Grove School Board member attended the panel’s meeting Tuesday night and addressed safety concerns in the wake…
Venango economic panel elects officers, outlines mission
By JIM MEYER Staff Writer Members of the recently formed Venango County Economic Development Authority readied themselves to get down to business Tuesday with an…
Florida shooting survivors in capital, demand action on guns
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — Students who survived the Florida school shooting prepared to flood the Capitol Wednesday pushing to ban the assault-style rifle used to…
Injured Steelers LB Ryan Shazier vows to play again
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Injured Pittsburgh Steelers Ryan Shazier doesn’t just plan to play again following a spinal injury. He says he wants to make it…
Review: Bateman, McAdams anchor lively ‘Game Night’
The Associated Press A murder mystery party goes sideways when violent kidnappers arrive before the fake ones in “Game Night ,” which seems on the page…
Recent Deaths 2/21/18
Dr. Paul Y. Kim, 85, of Shippenville, died Feb. 20, 2018. Guy Chamberlain, 85, of Solon, Ohio, formerly of Franklin, died Jan. 14, 2018. Julia…
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An icy reception
Below freezing temperatures on Saturday led to some icy images over the weekend. As temperatures warm, the likelihood of finding more of Mother Nature’s frozen…
Pet of the day 2/20/18
Pernie is a nice boy. He is 9 years old and current on vaccines. Pernie is neutered and negative for FIV & leukemia. He gets…
Steamed mussels with Thai flavoring
Start to finish: 30 minutes Servings: 4 1/4 cup Thai green curry paste One 13.5-ounce can light coconut milk 3 pounds farmed mussels, scrubbed 1…
Police investigating deaths of 2 women
From staff reports Franklin state police are investigating the separate deaths of two women in Scrubgrass Township and Sugarcreek Borough over the weekend. Police said…
OC board looking at outsourcing maintenance jobs
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer The Oil City School Board is considering outsourcing its maintenance work to a private contractor. As those deliberations continue,…
Fighting gun violence after shooting gives teens purpose
PARKLAND, Fla. (AP) — Chris Grady was a theater kid counting down the days until he reported for duty in the U.S. Army this summer,…
Musgrove sees opportunity with trade to Pirates
BRADENTON, Fla. (AP) — Joe Musgrove started in the All-Star Futures Games two years ago when he was a Houston Astros’ prospect. Now, the Pittsburgh…
Fred Rogers, America’s favorite neighbor, celebrated in 2018
NEW YORK (AP) — It’s been 50 years since Fred Rogers first appeared on TV screens, a gentle and avuncular man who warbled “Won’t You…
Recent Deaths 2/20/18
Melissa A. Lemieux, 50, of Kennerdell, died Feb. 17, 2018. Gene Marlin Whited, 84, of Sarver, formerly of Rimersburg, died Feb. 9, 2018. Anna Grace Harbaugh,…
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Department of Defense releases new retention policy
On Thursday, the Department of Defense (DOD) released a new policy memo on retention of nondeployable service members. The policy comes as DOD reports approximately 286,000…
Pet of the day 2/19/18
Name: Moose Breed: Alaskan Malamute/ Siberian Husky Age: 2 years Gender: Male Size: Large Color: Sable Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption Price: $100.00 Moose can…
Orange Whole-Wheat Waffles with Yogurt and Fresh Berries
Makes about 6 5- to 6-inch waffles Serves 4 to 6 Orange Whole-Wheat Waffles 21/4 cups white whole-wheat flour 3 tablespoons sugar 2 teaspoons baking…
PennDOT, state police raise awareness of highway safety laws
HARRISBURG – Two state agencies are issuing reminders of some lesser-known highway safety laws during Highway Safety Law Awareness week which runs through Sunday, Feb….
The Latest: Couple says suspect told them he was sorry
PARKLAND, Fla. (AP) — The Latest on the deadly Florida high school shooting (all times local): 7:50 a.m. The couple who took in the Florida…
Bucs’ Harrison focused on winning, not what team he’s on
BRADENTON, Fla. (AP) – Josh Harrison is still with the Pittsburgh Pirates, and his feelings aren’t much different than they were a month ago. Harrison…
Fergie’s NBA All-Star Game national anthem confuses, amuses
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Fergie tried something different with her national anthem at the NBA All-Star Game, and not everybody was cheering. The Black Eyed…
Recent Deaths 2/19/18
Anna Grace Harbaugh, 93, of Franklin, passed away at 2 p.m. Saturday Feb. 17, 2018. Paul E. Switzer, 86, of Sligo, passed away Friday, Feb….
Venango overdose deaths dropped drastically in 2017
By MARISSA DECHANT – Staff writer Overdose deaths decreased by more than 50 percent in Venango County in 2017. Coroner Christina Rugh reported six overdose…
Behavioral classes a learning experience for inmates
By JIM MEYER – Staff Writer At one time, Venango County relied on the state probation board to administer cognitive behavioral classes to inmates. Now,…
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Plumer stepping down from substance abuse post
By MARISSA DECHANT – Staff writer Venango County substance abuse director Marie Plumer will be leaving her position to take on the role as executive…
Facebook forges ahead with kids app despite expert criticism
NEW YORK (AP) — Facebook is forging ahead with its messaging app for kids, despite child experts who have pressed the company to shut it down and…
Commercial plane crashes in southern Iran, killing 66 people
TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — An Iranian commercial plane crashed on Sunday in a foggy, mountainous region of southern Iran, killing all 66 people on board,…
Maatta’s third-period goal leads Penguins past Maple Leafs
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Olli Maatta has played five seasons with Evgeni Malkin and he’s not sure he’s ever seen his teammate play as well as…
Oil Region Ballet to perform ‘The Tale of Aladdin and the Magical Lamp’
The Oil Region Ballet has spent a year preparing for its production of “The Tale of Aladdin and the Magical Lamp.” The ballet’s adaptation of…
Man charged in theft of $17,000 from vehicle; 2nd suspect has died
From staff reports A Seneca man is facing charges for allegedly taking part in the theft of $17,000 in cash last year from an impounded…
‘Black Panther’ scores mighty $25.2 million debut
LOS ANGELES (AP) — “Black Panther” is well on its way to a record-making weekend at the North American box office. The Walt Disney Co….
Magnitude-7.2 earthquake slams south, central Mexico
MEXICO CITY (AP) — A powerful magnitude-7.2 earthquake shook south and central Mexico Friday, causing people to flee swaying buildings and office towers in the…
Shifting gears: NASCAR’s young look on display for Daytona
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Never before has one race displayed NASCAR’s rapidly changing look more than this year’s Daytona 500. Three drivers under age…
Recent Deaths 2/17/18
V. Pauline (Kenemuth) Reichard, 92, of Fraser, Michigan, formerly of the Kossuth area, died Thursday, Feb. 15, 2018. L. Jean Greenlee, 90, of Sandy Lake, died Thursday,…
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Think spring … fundraisers
Area animal rescues are gearing up for several spring fundraisers. Painting for PAWS Clarion P.A.W.S. and Bill’s Barn Cats will host a painting fundraiser from…
Pet of the day 2/16/18
Waverly is a one and a half year old female. She was tearfully surrendered to the rescue due to a move that didn’t allow cats….
Luxurious lettuce salad
Servings: 2 Start to finish: 10 minutes 1 head Boston or Butter lettuce, washed and dried Fleur de Sel (a few pinches) Best quality extra-virgin…
Pedestrian dies after being hit by vehicle in Titusville
From staff reports A Titusville woman died early Wednesday evening after she was struck by a vehicle at the intersection of Main and Monroe streets….
Oil Country Bluegrass Festival is Feb. 23-25
From staff reports The time slots are filling up for the 11th annual Oil Country Bluegrass Festival. Court Appointed Special Advocates of Venango County and…