Recent Deaths 5/27/17
MaryAnn Kriebel, 85, of Brookville, died May 26, 2017. Onilee Ray Young, 83, of Wexford, formerly of Seneca, died May 22, 2017. James Allen Etzel,…
US plans first test of ICBM intercept, with N. Korea on mind
WASHINGTON (AP) — Preparing for North Korea’s growing threat, the Pentagon will try to shoot down an intercontinental-range missile for the first time in a…
Sheriff: It’s ‘hard to hide’ swan statue stolen by naked man
LAKELAND, Fla. (AP) — Surveillance video shows a naked man driving away from a Florida storage center in a stolen pickup truck loaded with a…
Veterans Lap planned during Venango Relay for Life
From staff reports Area active duty military personnel and veterans, including National Guard and Reserves members, may take part in a Veterans Lap during the…
Tionesta theft
Pet of the day 5/26/17
Name: Miss Molly Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 8 years Gender: Female Size: Medium Color: Black/ Beige Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Miss Molly can be…
Miso salmon
Servings: 6 Start to finish: 20 minutes Salmon: 1 1/2 pounds wild Alaskan salmon fillet, such as King or Coho 1 teaspoon neutral oil, like…
McDonald’s, OC reach easement agreement
By SAXON DAUGHERTY Staff writer Oil City has reached an easement agreement with McDonald’s for sewer service in the future, if needed. The pact was…
Oil City American Legion donates 54 flags to city
By SAXON DAUGHERTY Staff writer The Oil City American Legion post recently gave the city a new fleet of flags just in time for Memorial…
Airstrikes in eastern Syrian town kill 35, activists say
BEIRUT (AP) — A fresh wave of airstrikes in eastern Syria killed at least 35 civilians including women and children, state media and an observer…
NHL royalty vs. the rowdy neighbors in Stanley Cup Final
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Penguins kept getting by even as their star players kept skating off the ice in pain. Even as the targets…
After Manchester attack, Aerosmith still on European tour
LONDON (AP) — Aerosmith’s Joe Perry says the band’s European dates will not be canceled in the wake of Monday’s deadly attack at an Ariana…
Recent Deaths 5/26/17
Rita J. Zaychowski, 83, of Oil City, died May 24, 2017. Charles M. Glass, 54, of Franklin, died May 22, 2017. Richard Charles Jamieson, 76,…
Tips for a memorable Memorial Day barbecue
To many Americans, Memorial Day marks the unofficial beginning of summer. Though summer does not actually begin until later in June, Memorial Day weekend has…
Allegheny Twp. criminal mischief
Strattanville theft
Pet of the day 5/25/17
Name: Brody Breed: Beagle Color: Tan/brown, black, and white Age: Adult Size: Small Gender: Male House-trained: Yes Brody can be found at Tri- County Animal…
BLT chicken salad with basil dressing sandwiches
Start to finish: 1 hour 20 minutes (20 active) Servings: 6 1 to 1 1/4 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts (not thin sliced), about 3/4-inch…
Former Franklin teacher waives hearing in sex assault case
By SAXON DAUGHERTY Staff writer A former Franklin Middle School teacher accused of having a sexual relationship with a 13-year-old female student while he was…
5 Seneca troop Boy Scouts complete Eagle projects
From staff reports Austin Stivanson, Trevin Chittester, Andrew Holden, Dylan Schubert and Ian Best completed their Eagle Scout projects and were recognized Sunday by Troop…
Raids, arrests as on-edge UK seeks ‘network’ of attackers
MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Security forces rounded up more suspects Wednesday in the deadly Manchester concert blast and soldiers fanned out across the country to…
From Trump to Oprah, speakers offer advice to grads
BOSTON (AP) — Oprah Winfrey told students to live with purpose. President Donald Trump said to ignore the naysayers. Will Ferrell sang some Whitney Houston….
Pirates rally to beat Braves 12-5
ATLANTA (AP) — Clint Hurdle was managing to get one run in the 10th inning. His Pittsburgh Pirates got it, then smacked three straight homers…
Recent Deaths 5/25/17
Charles K. Gibbons, 85, of Franklin, died May 24, 2017. Joane Aleece (Swab) Schmader, 77, of Oil City, died May 24, 2017. James Clark Davis II,…
Cranberry Twp. theft
Cranberry Twp. stolen bike
Pet of the day 5/24/17
Name: Frappe Breed: Domestic Short Hair Color: Buff/ White Gender: Male Size: Medium Age: 10 weeks House-trained: Yes Frappe can be found at Precious Paws…
Mediterranean tomato wheat berry salad
Serves 8 Start to finish: 1 1/2 hours (including time for cooking the wheat berries) 3 cups cooked wheat berries (cook accordingly to package directions)…
When you deserve to win!
I’m an athlete (cough, cough). Well, let’s say I was an athlete and, now, I am someone who plays a game that requires some coordination,…
Cochranton police looking for missing woman
From staff reports Cochranton Borough Police are looking for a missing woman. Nicole Gaidosh was last seen at about 12:30 p.m. Saturday, police said. She…
CDC to offer free lunch program at multiple sites
From staff reports Child Development Centers will offer its Lunch Time free lunch program for children and teenagers at several local schools, churches, playgrounds and…
UK deploys 1,000 soldiers to protect key sites after bombing
MANCHESTER, England (AP) — British security forces arrested three more suspects Wednesday in connection with the Manchester concert bombing and sent hundreds of soldiers to…
Senators beat Penguins to force Game 7
OTTAWA, Ontario (AP) — Craig Anderson and the Ottawa Senators bounced back nicely two days after a blowout loss put them on the brink of…
Tom Cruise reveals ‘Top Gun 2’ to start filming soon
SYDNEY (AP) — The Danger Zone may have gotten old and dusty, but Tom Cruise says he’s about to fly back in. The 54-year-old actor…
Recent Deaths 5/24/17
Daniel J. “Dan” Staab, 57, of Harrisville, died May 18, 2017. Patricia Margaret (Kiser) Wood, 90, of Anacortes, Washington, formerly of Shippenville, died May 15, 2017….
Used clothing store gets surprise donation of marijuana
MAPLEWOOD, Minn. (AP) — Someone apparently inadvertently donated more than 100 grams of marijuana when they dropped off some used children’s clothes at a suburban…
Broccoli and blue cheese salad
Servings: 6 Start to finish: 15 minutes Salad: 4 cups small broccoli florets (raw) 1/2 small red onion, sliced thinly 1 cup shredded carrots 1…
A lot of life in one day
This wasn’t the strangest day I’ve ever had in 20 years of working as a newspaper photographer. But it was a roller coaster. It had…
Second Harvest food pantry planned in Polk
From staff reports Venango County residents may sign up for participation in Second Harvest’s mobile food pantry, which will be open at 3 p.m. Friday,…
Franklin Boy Scout completes Eagle project
From staff reports A Franklin High School student worked with Boy Scout Troop 34 to complete his Eagle Scout project at Franklin City Hall over…
IS group claims deadly Manchester concert bombing
MANCHESTER, England (AP) — The Islamic State group claimed responsibility Tuesday for the suicide attack at an Ariana Grande show that left 22 people dead…
Adams hits 2-run HR to power Braves past Pirates, 5-2
ATLANTA (AP) — Matt Adams’ first home run with the Braves came down near the right-field restaurant that had been the landing spot for a…
Review: Fifth ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’ flick fights bloat
The Associated Press The opening scene of the new “Pirates of the Caribbean” is a fitting metaphor for where we stand in this long franchise:…
Recent Deaths 5/23/17
Frank T. Fletcher Jr., 56, of Oil City, died May 17, 2017. Charles Anthony “Charlie” Whitford, born Feb. 24, 2017, of Oil City, died May 20,…
Lemon-Herb Roasted Pork Sirloin
Lemon-Herb Roasted Pork Sirloin Created by Chef Colby Garrelts, 2013 James Beard Foundation “Best Chef: Midwest” award winner (from BPT) Ingredients: 1 Smithfield Prime Boneless Pork…
Pet of the Day 5/22/17
Name: Rootbeer Breed: Domestic Medium Hair/Mix Age: 5 months 13 days Gender: Female Size: Small Color: Black/Beige Spayed/Neutered Declawed: No Housetrained: Yes Typical playful happy…
Memorials and Outreach
Some history on Memorial Day, May 29th From Decoration Day to Memorial Day, General John A. Logan (the commander of the Grand Army of the…
Cranberry theft
Sandy Lake harassment
Open house set for Electrotechs robotics club
From staff reports An open house and community celebration will be held 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the Crawford Center Auditorium in Emlenton, to…