Historian to tell colorful tales from Oil Region’s past
Local author and historian, Margo Mong, will present a program Thursday about the halcyon days and colorful personalities of the Pennsylvania Oil Region. Sponsored by…
Franklin woman arrested after fight
A Franklin woman was taken into custody Thursday after she was allegedly involved in a physical altercation. Franklin police said officers were dispatched to the…
Afghan official: Massive US bomb death toll rises to 94
KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) — The number of militants killed in an attack by the largest non-nuclear weapon ever used in combat by the U.S. military…
Rian Johnson debuts teaser trailer for ‘The Last Jedi’
NEW YORK (AP) — Is the Force still strong with Luke Skywalker? The first trailer for “Star Wars: The Last Jedi” dropped on Friday, showcasing…
Crosby, Penguins edge Blue Jackets 4-1 for 2-0 series lead
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Mike Sullivan’s decision to throw together Sidney Crosby, Conor Sheary and Jake Guentzel was two parts pragmatism and one part experimentation. The…
Recent Deaths 4/15/17
Frederick K. Clark, 55, of Brookville, died Thursday, April 13, 2017. For complete obituaries, please pick up a copy of The Derrick for this day or…
That old rugged cross
“On a hill far away, stood an old rugged Cross” Things that you cling to over time through memory and sensation are amazing. For instance,…
Franklin Simple Assault
Oil City DUI
Pet of the day 4/14/17
Tricksy is a young female pup that is new to the rescue center. Out best guess on breed is a Pit Bull Terrier mix. For…
Water…from elephants
With assist from its mahouts, elephants blow water from its trunk to tourists on motor-tricycle or Tuk Tuk, ahead of the Buddhist New Year, known…
Happy Easter… a little reminder about bunnies
Happy Easter from All About Animals. We’d just like to take a moment to remind folks that live bunnies, chicks and ducklings don’t make the…
Teddy bear gas mask?
In this Thursday, April 13, 2017 photo, a demonstrator wearing a makeshift gas mask fashioned with the head of a teddy bear, takes part in…
Baked muffin frittatas with asparagus and mushrooms
Servings: 12 Start to finish: 40 minutes 10 eggs ¼ cup cream ½ teaspoon sea salt Pinch of nutmeg Butter or olive oil to coat…
Sandy Lake residents badly hurt in buggy crash
From staff reports Two Sandy Lake residents have been hospitalized with major injuries after an SUV crashed into their horse-drawn buggy Wednesday evening in Mercer…
Deadline approaching for Taste of Talent registration packets
From staff reports The deadline is nearing to submit registration packets for the eighth annual Taste of Talent Vocal Competition. The competition is sponsored by…
Syrian deal to evacuate tens of thousands underway
BEIRUT (AP) — The Syrian government and rebels evacuated more than 7,000 people from four besieged towns Friday in the latest coordinated population transfer in…
Penguins’ Fleury to stay in net for Game 2
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Marc-Andre Fleury will remain in net for the Pittsburgh Penguins in Game 2 of their playoff series against Columbus while Matt Murray…
Jane Goodall: Magic of nature revealed in ‘Born in China’
NEW YORK (AP) — The magic of nature and its wildlife often takes great patience for the humans who want to revel in it. Disneynature’s…
Recent Deaths 4/14/17
Brian “Beave” K. Forsell, 47, of Franklin, died April 12, 2017. Frederick K. Clark, 55, of Brookville, died April 13, 2017. For complete obituaries, please pick…
Police impersonator
Downtown OC streets reopen
From staff reports Duncomb Street between Seneca Street and Elm Street in Oil City has reopened. Also, lane restrictions on Seneca Street and Elm Street…
Fox Twp. DUI
US hit IS with largest non-nuclear bomb ever used
WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. forces in Afghanistan on Thursday struck an Islamic State tunnel complex in eastern Afghanistan with “the mother of all bombs,” the…
Clever alternatives to traditional dyed Easter eggs
Easter is a time when Christian families gather to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Religious customs abound on Easter, but a number of secular…
Pet of the day 4/13/17
Name: Cadbury Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Gender: Male Size: Medium Color: Orange Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption Price: $40.00 Cadbury can be found at Venango…
Orange and cucumber salad with shrimp
Start to finish: 30 minutes Servings: 2 1 medium naval or cara cara orange (or grapefruit), peeled, sliced, membrane and seeds removed 1 medium blood…
Meadville man held for court
By SAXON DAUGHERTY Staff Writer A Meadville man accused of having inappropriate contact with a female juvenile last month was held for court Wednesday. Decoda…
Sandycreek students learn about Pysanka eggs
From staff reports First-grade students at Sandycreek Elementary School in Franklin School District have spent some time learning the Easter custom of creating a Ukrainian…
Uproar over United video imperils Chicago airport police
CHICAGO (AP) — The video of a passenger being dragged by an officer from a United Express flight shined an unwanted spotlight on the little-known…
Penguins rush by Blue Jackets 3-1
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Marc-Andre Fleury spent the regular season saying all the right things — and just as importantly, doing all the right things —…
Josh Brolin set to play Cable in ‘Deadpool 2’
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Josh Brolin is expanding his comic book movie repertoire. Representatives for the actor said Wednesday that Brolin has been set to…
Recent Deaths 4/13/17
Helen (Irwin) Grettler, 103, died April 7, 2017. Clair E. Wade Sr., 80, of Franklin, died April 11, 2017. Patricia F. O’Neill Beers, 76, of…
Cranberry uses music to motivate
“You’re working out what?” asked Cranberry Phys ed teacher Ernest Keller. “HEART!” yelled back the gym full of fourth graders. “Our heart muscle, EXACTLY!” he…
Boy, 8, craves burger, drives dad’s van a mile to McDonald’s
EAST PALESTINE, Ohio (AP) — A craving for a McDonald’s cheeseburger apparently prompted an 8-year-old Ohio boy to take his 4-year-old sister for a ride…
Cranberry Twp. fraud
Madison Twp. burglary
Pet of the day 4/12/17
Name: Chewy Breed: Dachshund & Chihuahua Mix Age: 5 months Gender: Male Size: Small Color: Tan/ Blond House-trained: Yes Chewy can be found at Precious…
Salmon with polenta and warm tomato vinaigrette
Serves 4 Start to finish: 30 minutes 1 1/2 cups chicken broth 2 1/2 cups whole milk 1 cup cornmeal or polenta Kosher salt and…
Volunteer open house slated at Drake Well
TITUSVILLE – Drake Well Museum and Park and Friends of Drake Well will host a volunteer recruitment open house at 6 p.m. Thursday. The event…
Heritage Society receives more copies of 1968 film
The Heritage Society of Oil City is hopeful that high school classes celebrating their 50-year reunions the next couple of years will be interested in…
Xi stresses China’s North Korea concerns in talk with Trump
BEIJING (AP) — Chinese President Xi Jinping told President Donald Trump in a phone call Wednesday that Beijing is willing to work with Washington on…
Pens begin title defense vs. Columbus
PITTSBURGH (AP) – Forget about past history and playoff experience. The Pittsburgh Penguins insist those things won’t matter when the puck drops on Wednesday night…
Ready, aim, visit: American Revolution Museum at attention
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — With muskets polished, flags aloft and one very commanding tent in place, Philadelphia’s Museum of the American Revolution is at the ready….
Recent Deaths 4/12/17
Wayne Everett Riddle of Grove City, (Irwin Township, Venango County) passed away Tuesday, April 11, 2017. Sandra L. Schmude Hinebaugh, 77, of Okeechobee, Florida, passed…
Pet of the day 4/11/17
Bella is a sweet and loving little girl. She is current on vaccines and tested negative for feline leukemia and negative for fiv. We think…
Trip to Phipps
A trip to Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens in Pittsburgh during its Spring Flower Show provided a brilliant preview to the season when much of…
Roasted Asparagus Toasts With Poached Fried Eggs and Cheating Bernaise
Start to finish: 1½ hours Servings: 4 For the asparagus: 16 thick asparagus, trimmed and peeled 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil Kosher salt and black…
PennDOT survey results released
Almost 1,000 people participated in PennDOT’s northwest region online survey. In all, 994 customers participated in the survey for PennDOT District 1’s six-county service area,…
Franklin to cut some athletic meals, eyes other nonessential sports costs
Franklin Area School District board president Brian Spaid announced impending cuts to the athletic department at Monday night’s meeting. Effective next school year, student athletes…