Autumn Leaf Festival Schedule
From staff reports “Leaves of Blue and Gold: Celebrating Clarion University’s 150th” is the theme of the 64th annual Autumn Leaf Festival, which is Saturday, Sept. 30,…
5 ways to make homes safer
Injuries that occur around the home contribute to millions of medical visits and tens of thousands of fatalities each year. Falls account for the largest…
United Way impact campaign underway
By WILLIAM STEVENS Staff writer The United Way of Venango County’s annual impact campaign is officially underway. From now until Dec. 15, the United Way…
Pet of the day 9/28/17
Name: Zeus Breed: Terrier, American Pit Bull/ Rottweiler Age: 2 years Gender: Male Size: Large Color: Blue/ Tan Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Zeus can be…
Osso Buco with Apples and Bourbon
Makes 4 servings 4 pieces veal shank, each about 14 ounces and 2 inches thick All-purpose flour for dredging Coarse sea salt and freshly ground…
Franklin woman waives hearing in PTO case
By MARISSA DECHANT Staff writer A Franklin woman accused of embezzling more than $6,000 from the Central Elementary School PTO fund waived her preliminary hearing…
Firefighters leader outlines issues facing volunteers
By JIM MEYER Staff writer The Venango County Firefighters and Fire Chiefs Association wants township officials in the county to help fund siren systems for…
More than 120,000 flee menacing Bali volcano
BALI, Indonesia (AP) — More than 120,000 people have fled the region around the Mount Agung volcano on the Indonesian tourist island of Bali, fearing…
Bell’s homer sends Pirates to sweep of Orioles
PITTSBURGH (AP) — With four games remaining in their season, the Pittsburgh Pirates will likely finish next-to-last in the majors in home runs. But rookie…
Hugh Hefner, leader of the sexual revolution, dies at 91
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Hugh Hefner turned silk pajamas into a work uniform, women into centerfolds and sexual desire into a worldwide multimedia empire that…
Recent Deaths 9/28/17
Timothy D. Shaffer, 59, of Clarion, died Sept. 26, 2017. Eileen R. (Guth) Schill, 89, of Lucinda, died Sept. 25, 2017. Lois J. Durkit, 78,…
Cornplanter Twp. theft
Cherrytree Twp. criminal mischief
Senior center sets schedule
From staff reports Titusville Senior Center’s Annual Charity Auction will be held Friday, Oct. 20. The doors open at 5 p.m. Bidding starts at 6 p.m….
New rescue truck for OC fire department
The Oil City Fire Department recently purchased a 2017 rescue truck that allows paramedics to arrive at the scene quicker where advanced life saving care…
Pet of the day 9/27/17
Max is a sweet guy who was having a rough life on the “streets” until he was saved by a good samaritan and surrendered to…
Kung Pao cod
Servings: 6 Start to finish: 25 minutes 6 fillets of cod, or other firm fish about 2 pounds total 1 tablespoon reduced sodium soy sauce…
Man escapes injury in I-80 crash
A Cochranton man escaped injury in a tractor-trailer crash at 4 a.m. Tuesday on Interstate 80 in Irwin Township. Clintonville fire chief Gerry Rea said…
OC Salvation Army accepting assistance applications
From staff reports The Oil City Salvation Army is currently accepting applications for its Bundle Up program and will be taking applications for Christmas assistance…
‘Nothing, nothing.’ Aid lags in hurricane-torn Puerto Rico
MONTEBELLO, Puerto Rico (AP) — Relatives helped Maribel Valentin Espino find shelter when Hurricane Maria roared through her community in northern Puerto Rico. Neighbors formed…
McCutchen’s grand slam powers Pirates over Orioles
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Andrew McCutchen knew it as soon as the ball left his bat. The Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder had sent a ball 412 feet…
Bruno Mars’ Grammy scholarship expands to more kids
NEW YORK (AP) — Bruno Mars is expanding his support of a Grammy scholarship for high school students. The five-time Grammy winner had lent financial…
Recent Deaths 9/27/17
Elizabeth L. “Liz” Stephenson, 60, of Oil City, died Sept. 26, 2017. Lawrence E. “Joe” Moyer, 80, of Karns City, formerly of Parker, died Sept….
Maria empties Carolina coast; millions suffer in Puerto Rico
The Associated Press Thousands of visitors abandoned their beach vacations and evacuated North Carolina’s Outer Banks on Tuesday as a weakening Hurricane Maria moved northward…
A place in the sun
With their bright colors and tall prowess, it’s easy to see why sunflowers have found their place in the sun. After a little searching it turns…
Pet of the day 9/26/17
Sidney is a 4 year old female Siberian Husky mix. Sidney enjoys playing with toys in the yard and knows several basic commands. She is…
Pasta with Anchovies, Bell Peppers and Pangritata
Serves 4 2 large garlic cloves 7 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 12/3 ounces (about 5 heaped tablespoons) coarse fresh breadcrumbs 2 broiled red bell…
Police investigating road assault incident
From staff reports Clarion state police are searching for one or more suspects involved in an aggravated assault incident that occurred at about 4 a.m….
Cranberry ‘OK’ for now with budget impasse
By JUDITH O. ETZEL Contributing writer A budget stymie in Harrisburg hasn’t yet dramatically impacted public school districts, but that time may come within a…
Mexico tallying the economic cost of big quake
MEXICO CITY (AP) — Mexican government officials are tallying up the economic losses of the magnitude 7.1 earthquake that caused widespread damage in the capital,…
Steelers tackle Villanueva: mix up led to anthem flap
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Alejandro Villanueva just wanted to get a glimpse of the American flag, the symbol he wore on his military uniform during three…
Robert Plant releases new track, announces tour
NEW YORK (AP) — Robert Plant is going on tour in North America next year to support his upcoming album, “Carry Fire.” The former Led…
Recent Deaths 9/26/17
Mary Lou (Graham) Bortz, 77, of Mercer, formerly of Rocky Grove, died Sept. 24, 2017. Madeline C. Beary Ditz, 84, of Fryburg, died Sept. 24,…
Irwin Twp. accident
Pet of the day 9/25/17
Name: Prince William Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 1 year Gender: Male Size: Medium Color: Black/ Grey Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption Price: $40.00 Prince…
VA Releases New Veteran Suicide Data
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) recently released a more comprehensive analysis of veteran suicide data. After working with the Department of Defense, as well…
AG: 30 charged in crystal meth probe
From staff reports Attorney General Josh Shapiro today announced criminal charges against 30 suspected drug dealers in connection with the shipment and sale of $1.6…
Butternut squash and leek soup with gruyere pesto toast
Start to finish: 2 hours 5 minutes (50 active) Servings: 4 as an entree, 6 as a first course For the soup: 4 pounds butternut…
Archery deer season starts Saturday
From staff reports Pennsylvania’s statewide archery deer season begins Saturday, and its return is prompting the Pennsylvania Game Commission to issue some helpful reminders. Archers…
Tennessee church shooting suspect charged with murder
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Witnesses and police described a chaotic scene as a masked attacker armed with two guns shot seven people, killing one, in…
Steelers lose 23-17 to Bears after anthem protest
CHICAGO (AP) — When the national anthem started at Soldier Field, the visiting sideline was mostly empty. The most prominent evidence of the Pittsburgh Steelers…
‘Kingsman: The Golden Circle’ dethrones ‘It’
NEW YORK (AP) — The R-rated spy comedy “Kingsman: The Golden Circle” displaced the horror sensation “It” as the No. 1 film in North America,…
Recent Deaths 9/25/17
Marie B. Reynolds, 89, of Summerville, died Sept. 24, 2017. David D. Switzer, 66, of Rockland Township, died Sept. 22, 2017. George E. Niederriter, 82, of…
OC students get creative with their parking spaces
By Jim Meyer – Staff writer The parking lot at Oil City Area High School is noticeably more colorful this year as seniors and juniors…
Escape from Sharon Community Corrections Center
OC man sentenced in indecent assault case
By MARISSA DECHANT – Staff writer An Oil City man who was involved in the indecent assault of a 5-year-old girl in the summer of…
In ‘Brad’s Status,’ Ben Stiller sheds his goofy persona for a moving portrait of angst
A downbeat, naturalistic and admirably adult dramatic comedy, “Brad’s Status” is the story of a bright man who devotes most of his intellectual energy to…
New earthquake, magnitude 6.1, shakes jittery Mexico
MEXICO CITY (AP) — A strong new earthquake shook Mexico on Saturday, killing at least two people, toppling already damaged homes and a highway bridge,…
Lynn struggles in Cardinals’ 11-6 loss to Pirates
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Lance Lynn said he felt fine. He and the St. Louis Cardinals just slipped up Saturday night. Lynn allowed eight runs in…
Oiler pride
An Oilers fan submitted this photo of the Oil City marching band and cheerleaders at the end of the Grove City vs. Oil City football…