Netflix raising US prices by for most popular plan
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Netflix is raising the price for its most popular U.S. video streaming plan by 10 percent— a move that could boost…
2 OC residents facing charges in online stalking incident
By MARISSA DECHANT Staff writer Two Oil City residents are facing charges following an alleged online stalking incident that occurred last month. A criminal complaint…
Volunteers needed for tax aide program
From staff reports The Venango County Senior Volunteer Program, in cooperation with the AARP Tax-Aide Program, is looking for volunteers age 55 and older to…
Clues few and elusive for motive of Las Vegas gunman
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Those seeking to know the motive of Las Vegas gunman Stephen Paddock have had little more to chase than hints and…
Pietrangelo gives Blues 5-4 victory over Pens
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Penguins insist they’re well aware of the bumpy road ahead as the two-time defending Stanley Cup champions chase history. Just…
2 sides of Tim Roth on display in his pair of TV projects
NEW YORK (AP) — Popular film and TV actor Tim Roth has played a lot of bad guys. In movies ranging from “Reservoir Dogs” and…
Recent Deaths 10/5/17
Velma Mae Kline McCauley, 95, formerly of Venus, died Oct. 3, 2017. James N. Greenawalt Sr., 81, of Fisher, died Oct. 4, 2017. Doris Virginia Fink, 100, of…
Pine Twp. accident
Titusville Senior Center sets schedule
From staff reports The Titusville Senior Center is open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Lunch is served at noon for a suggested donation of…
Pet of the day 10/4/17
Name: Creed Breed: Terrier, American Pit Bull mix Age: 2 years Gender: Male Size: Medium Color: White/ Brindle Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Creed can be…
Mongolian beef over rice
Serves 6 Start to finish: 25 minutes ¼ cup (approximately) plus 2 teaspoons vegetable or canola oil, divided 2 teaspoons finely minced garlic 1 tablespoon…
Identity theft education event set Oct. 21 in Clarion
From staff reports State Rep. Donna Oberlander of Clarion will host an event designed to educate consumers about the ongoing threat of identity theft and…
Job interview workshop slated Oct. 18 in Oil City
From staff reports A free workshop will be offered later this month for people looking to polish up their job interview skills. Well Spring, a…
Puerto Rico raises hurricane’s official death count to 34
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — The official death toll from Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico has increased to 34 from 16, the U.S. territory’s…
Confident, quiet Murray ready to take mantle from Fleury
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Matt Murray jokes he can’t help but do a double take whenever he sees a No. 30 Pittsburgh Penguins jersey in public….
Kate Winslet boards James Cameron’s ‘Avatar’ universe
LOS ANGELES (AP) — It’s a titanic reunion — Kate Winslet is joining the “Avatar” franchise, reuniting the actress with “Titanic” director James Cameron. A…
Recent Deaths 10/4/17
Joyce A. Scott, 55, of Oil City, died Oct. 2, 2017. Velma M. Kline McCauley, 95, formerly of Oil City, died Oct. 3, 2017. Mark…
Cranberry Twp. theft
Farmington Twp. accident
Pet of the day 10/3/17
Name: Waffle Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 8 months Gender: Female Size: Small Color: Black Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption Price: $50.00 Waffle can be…
Bratwurst sausages
Servings: 8-10 Start to finish: 30 minutes 8-10 pork bratwursts, uncooked 1/2 stick unsalted butter 1 large white or yellow onion, divided 2-3 bottles or…
Man facing charges for stalking, making threats
By MARISSA DECHANT Staff writer An Oil City man is facing charges for allegedly stalking and sending his former girlfriend threatening messages. A criminal complaint…
O.C. student wants to break record at team building day
By JIM MEYER Staff writer Oil City High School students are planning a team building day Thursday in which they hope to break down social…
‘It breaks my heart’: Las Vegas shooting victims mourned
The Associated Press They were school teachers and youth football coaches, real estate agents and local business owners. They were parents, siblings, husbands, wives, neighbors…
Pens eye 1st NHL three-peat in 35 years
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The parade celebrating the Pittsburgh Penguins’ second straight Stanley Cup was still raging on that hot afternoon in mid-June when Mike Sullivan…
Tom Petty a rock classicist from the beginning
The Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) — Given the leather jacket and sneer Tom Petty wore on the cover of his 1976 debut, many people…
Recent Deaths 10/3/17
Mary Ellen Martin, 72, of Vernon Township, died Sept, 28, 2017. John R. “Jack” Lewis, 78, formerly of Erie, died Oct. 2, 2017. Mark A….
Agriculture Awareness Day deemed a success
From staff reports The first ever Agriculture Awareness Day was held by the Venango Conservation District on Saturday, Sept. 9, at Baytree Farm in Emlenton….
Veterans’ Affairs Subcommittee on Health Hearing
Last week, the House Veterans’ Affairs Subcommittee on Health held a hearing to discuss 10 bills pending before the committee. The hearing focused on…
Pet of the day 10/2/17
Tiger is a 3 year old, male Boxer. He is a bit shy at first but warms up quickly & loves to give kisses. Tiger…
Pumpkin coconut squares
Start to finish: 11 hours, 20 minutes (30 active) Servings: Makes 36 squares One 15-ounce can pumpkin puree (not pie filling) 6 tablespoons unsalted butter,…
Persico establishes endowment, marks 5 years as bishop
From staff reports Bishop Lawrence T. Persico of the Erie Catholic Diocese celebrated the fifth anniversary of his ordination as bishop on Sunday. Persico took…
Nats’ Gonzalez gives up 5 in 1st of 11-8 loss to Pirates
The Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — Gio Gonzalez did not sound like someone who wanted to pitch in a meaningless regular-season finale. Didn’t exactly pitch…
Marilyn Manson, hurt onstage, cancels Oct. shows
NEW YORK (AP) — Marilyn Manson is canceling several upcoming tour dates after the singer was injured in a mishap onstage during a New York…
Recent Deaths 10/2/17
Debby Sue McSparren, 64, of Oil City, died Sept. 30, 2017. For complete obituaries, please pick up a copy of The Derrick for this…
Las Vegas attack is deadliest shooting in modern US history
LAS VEGAS (AP) — A gunman perched on the 32nd floor of a Las Vegas hotel-casino unleashed a hail of bullets on an outdoor country…
Area man who helped with hurricane relief still in hospital
By JIM MEYER – Staff writer A West Penn Power lineman who works out of Clarion remains in the intensive care unit of a Florida…
Ownership team wants brewery to help Franklin
By Marissa Dechant – Staff writer For six area businessmen, opening a brewery in Franklin is all about keeping things local. Trails to Ales brew…
Gorgeous ‘2049’ breaks the ‘Blade Runner’ spell
“We’re all just looking out for something real,” says Robin Wright’s police captain in “Blade Runner 2049.” Wright, an icy, steely actress seemingly born for…
O.J. Simpson out of prison after 9 years for armed robbery
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Former football legend O.J. Simpson became a free man Sunday after serving nine years for a botched hotel room heist in…
Calvert, Bjorkstrand help Blue Jackets top Penguins 3-0
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Matt Calvert and Oliver Bjorkstrand scored 68 seconds apart in the first period, and the Columbus Blue Jackets beat the Pittsburgh Penguins…
Swim lessons offered in Oil City
Swim lessons will be offered this fall at the Oil City High School swimming pool. Learn-to-swim classes will be held for elementary and middle school…
Man recognized nationally for work identifying mushrooms
PITTSBURGH (AP) — On John Plischke’s laptop, a video feed from his microscope came into focus and showed round, floating spores, along with some tube-like…
Emlenton runaway investigation
I-80 rollover in Scrubgrass Township
A Sykesville man was cited after a tractor-trailer rollover early Tuesday morning on Interstate 80 in Scrubgrass Township. Franklin state police said Charles W. Shephard,…
‘Let’s Play Two!’ review: Pearl Jam doc zeroes in on Vedder, Cubs
A new Pearl Jam documentary, “Let’s Play Two! Pearl Jam Live at Wrigley,” tries to be two movies at once. It wants to be a…
SpaceX: Rocket for moon, Mars and NY-to-Shanghai in 39 mins
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — SpaceX chief Elon Musk’s elaborate plan for a mega-rocket to carry astronauts to Mars may have some down-to-Earth applications. At…
Strasburg cruises, Zimmerman homers twice; Nats beat Pirates
WASHINGTON (AP) — Nationals ace Stephen Strasburg showed he is ready for the postseason. He had another strong performance in Washington’s 6-1 victory over the…
Recent Deaths 9/30/17
Thomas W. Kurtzhals, 95, of Shippenville, died Thursday, Sept. 28, 2017. Gene O. Winger, 67, of Tionesta, died Friday, Sept. 29, 2017. Eleanor A. Ruggles, 89,…