Pet of the day 3/28/17
Name: Daisy Breed: Jack Russell Terrier Age: 4 years Gender: Female Size: Small House-trained: Yes Daisy can be found at Precious Paws Animal Rescue.
Has spring sprung?
Is it truly ever spring? It seems like as soon as the last snowflake melts, the summer heat gets switched on. The calendar marked…
Chicken thighs with onions and green olives
Serves 4 to 6 Start to finish: 1 hour 40 minutes 3 pounds chicken thighs (about 6 to 8) 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1 teaspoon…
Man accused of assaulting OC police officer
By SAXON DAUGHERTY Staff writer A Pittsburgh man is facing numerous charges for allegedly assaulting an Oil City police officer Sunday. A criminal complaint filed…
King’s restaurant locations in Venango Co. staying open
By SAXON DAUGHERTY Staff writer King’s Family Restaurant announced Sunday it is closing five locations in western Pennsylvania, but the chain’s two sites in Venango…
Powerful cyclone slams into Australia’s tropical northeast
TOWNSVILLE, Australia (AP) — A powerful cyclone packing winds of up to 160 miles per hour roared across Australia’s tropical northeast on Tuesday, uprooting trees,…
Pirates hoping to put off-season drama behind them
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Considering the way the last six months have gone for the Pittsburgh Pirates, simply playing meaningful games should provide a measure of…
Smurfette is shunned in Israeli ultra-Orthodox city
BNEI BRAK, Israel (AP) — Israel’s pious ultra-Orthodox Jewish community has long chafed at public displays of women, whether the images are of female public…
Recent Deaths 3/28/17
Helen May Ferris, 80, of Fisher, died March 26, 2017. Jackie L. Shara, 83, of Oil City, died March 26, 2017. Janet Raylene Seelbach, 79, of…
Frenchcreek Twp. burglary
Cranberry Twp. accident
Pet of the day 3/27/17
Name: Crackles Breed: Domestic Medium Hair Mix Age: 3 years Gender: Female Size: Large Color: Orange/ White Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption Price: $40.00 Crackles…
Sauteed Pork Medallions with Grape Sauce
Start to finish: 40 minutes (20 active) Servings: 4 1 pork tenderloin (about 1-1¼ pounds) 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil Kosher salt and black pepper…
Semi falls from I-80
A tractor trailer appears to have fallen Monday, March 27, from Interstate 80 near Emlenton, at the crossroads of route 208/38 and Metz Road. (photos by…
The American flag and Vietnam vets
Check Your American Flag With Spring officially here, now is the time to see how your American Flag has weathered a long and very windy…
Family of US man killed in London attack thanks wellwishers
LONDON (AP) — The family of an American slain in last week’s attack in London expressed gratitude Monday for the kindness of strangers as they…
Flyers score 4 goals in third, beat Pens 6-2
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Philadelphia Flyers are trying to balance desperation and cool heads as they make a last-gasp, late-season run at a spot in…
NYC Mayor: ‘Fearless Girl’ statue can stay through Feb. 2018
NEW YORK (AP) — Mayor Bill de Blasio says the wildly popular statue of a young girl staring down Wall Street’s famous “Charging Bull” will…
Recent Deaths 3/27/17
Monica L. Reed, 73, of Miola, died March 25, 2017. Daniel R. Garris, 66, of Franklin, died March 25, 2017. Alfred “Junior” F. Guth Jr., 79,…
Franklin Library Gala event slated
The first Franklin Library Gala event, Between the Bookends, will begin at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, April 29, at the Quality Inn in Franklin. Anne Bakker,…
Reynolds and Fisher honored with humor, music and dance
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Laughter, music and the tapping of dancing shoes reverberated throughout a public memorial to Debbie Reynolds and Carrie Fisher, which loved…
Cranberry DUI
Cornplanter, Sugarcreek precincts will merge; Rockland won’t change
By Saxon Daugherty Staff Writer Venango County Judge Robert L. Boyer has approved the consolidation of voter precincts in Cornplanter Township and Sugarcreek Borough. But…
15 people shot, 1 killed at Cincinnati nightclub
CINCINNATI (AP) — At least two people opened fire inside a crowded nightclub early Sunday morning, killing one person and wounding more than a dozen…
Larson holds off Logano, wins Xfinity Series race at Fontana
FONTANA, Calif. (AP) — Kyle Larson hopes his NASCAR Xfinity race victory will catapult him to a weekend sweep at Fontana. The way this season…
Registrations being accepted for Officers Down 5K Glow Run
Registrations are being accepted for the Officers Down 5K Glow Run which will be held Saturday, June 17, in Oil City. The event time is…
Man charged with endangering child
A Franklin man is facing child-endangerment charges after a 2-year-old child was found running down the middle of a street. Franklin police said officers received…
Oil City DUI
Drug Possession
Double-amputee Marine vet joins New York police department
BRENTWOOD, N.Y. (AP) — The wounded warrior is now a cop — and he’ll be walking the beat on titanium legs. Matias Ferreira, a former…
Public memorial service to honor Fisher and Reynolds
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Stars and fans will gather Saturday for a public memorial to honor late actresses Debbie Reynolds and Carrie Fisher nearly three…
Tavares helps Islanders get past Pens in shootout
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Embattled goaltender Jaroslav Halak is glad to be back and contributing to the New York Islanders’ run to the playoffs. Halak, after…
Recent Deaths 3/25/17
Charles Richard Karns, 93, of Franklin, died Thursday, March 23, 2017. John C. Reed, 63, of Fisher, died Thursday, March 23, 2017. William S. “Bill” Trypus, 71,…
Freehold Twp. burglary
Winslow Twp. theft
Pet of the day 3/24/17
Name: Wishbone Breed: Mixed Breed Size: Large Age: 3 months Gender: Male Color: Brown/ Black Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Wishbone can be found at Venango…
Fundraisers are springing up
While spring officially started on Monday, several animal rescue groups’ spring fundraising events are in the works. Precious Paws Animal Rescue Precious Paws Animal Rescue’s…
Borscht with Crème Fraîche
Serves 4 For the crème fraîche 2 cups heavy cream 2 cups sour cream For the borscht 1 bunch (1 pound) baby beets, with tops…
Clarion University designates all-gender restrooms
From staff reports CLARION – Clarion University has designated all-gender restrooms in 11 buildings on the Clarion campus and in one building on the Venango…
Aggressive-driving enforcement effort underway
From staff reports Pennsylvania State Police and more than 206 municipal police departments are conducting an aggressive-driving enforcement wave that continues through April 30. In…
Authorities file terror charges against Antwerp driver
BRUSSELS (AP) — Belgian authorities have charged the Frenchman who drove his car at high speed through a busy shopping area in Antwerp with terror-related…
Turris, Ryan score in shootout as Senators edge Penguins
OTTAWA, Ontario (AP) — The Ottawa Senators got a big win, but lost a player in the process. Kyle Turris and Bobby Ryan scored in…
‘Life’ is a mediocre science-fiction thriller
The Associated Press Life is a box of chocolates, a highway and, alas, a mediocre science-fiction thriller. In Daniel Espinosa’s “Life,” an international space station…
Recent Deaths 3/24/17
Evelyn Kahle Kapp, 93, of Kemmertown, formerly of Clarks Summit, died March 20, 2017. Edwin Warner, 82, of Titusville, died Thursday, March 23, 2017. Lewis “Lewey”…
Community group planning ‘Pinwheels Against Abuse’ display
From staff reports A local organization called In Support Of (ISO) is hosting several events in Venango County in conjunction with April being Child Abuse…
6 simple ways to greener living
Protecting the planet is a goal for millions of people across the globe. And that’s a good thing, as the planet is increasingly in need…
Cranberry Twp. accident
Cranberry Walmart theft
Pet of the day 3/23/17
Name: Noir Breed: Domestic Medium Hair Color: Black/ White Gender: Male Size: Medium Age: 6 months Noir can be found at Precious Paws Animal Rescue.
Roasted cauliflower with chickpea and onion
Start to finish: 25 minutes Servings: 4 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes (or more for more heat) 3/4 teaspoon (or more)…