New rock-finding game taking off in Franklin
By Marissa Dechant Staff writer A new craze in Franklin has children and adults alike placing painted treasures around town. “Franklin Pa Rocks,” a Facebook…
Possession of Controlled Substance
Disgruntled man releases bedbugs in Maine city office
AUGUSTA, Maine (AP) — The city manager in Augusta, Maine, says the municipal office building had to be sprayed for bedbugs after a man threw…
Abuse allegation at Polk Center
State police are investigating an allegation of abuse at Polk Center. Police said the incident occurred between May 13 and May 14 when a staff…
Terror attack on London Bridge leaves 6 dead; police shoot 3
LONDON (AP) — Terror struck at the heart of London on Saturday night as attackers killed six people in a series of vehicle and knife…
Grande to return to stage Sunday for Manchester benefit show
NEW YORK (AP) — Ariana Grande is scheduled to return to the stage Sunday in Manchester, England, for a concert to raise money for victims…
Penguins lose special teams battle, game to Nashville
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The Pittsburgh Penguins are still leading the Stanley Cup Final, no thanks to their scuffling power play. The Penguins went 0-3…
‘Ramblin Man’ Gregg Allman laid to rest near Highway 41
MACON, Ga. (AP) — Legendary Southern rocker Gregg Allman was laid to rest Saturday near his older brother Duane in the same cemetery where they…
Franklin Blues and Barbecue Festival
The Franklin Blues and Barbecue Festival will be held Saturday and Sunday, June 17-18, in Bandstand Park in Franklin. Hours are from 11 a.m. to…
German rock fest cleared to resume after terror-threat scare
BERLIN (AP) — German authorities allowed a popular rock festival to resume Saturday after a scare over people with suspected links to Islamic extremism prompted…
Fish tale: How the catfish toss came to be a Predators thing
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Detroit Red Wings fans have their octopi. The Panthers’ faithful in Florida had the “rat trick.” Nashville? The Predators have catfish,…
Mercer County Death Investigation
Sugarcreek DUI
Rt. 322 DUI
OC woman charged with sexual exploitation
By Marissa Dechant Staff writer An Oil City woman who was previously charged with a misdemeanor for allegedly having sexual relations with a 17-year-old girl…
Surfing world icon Jack O’Neill who pioneered wetsuit dies
SANTA CRUZ, Calif. (AP) — Jack O’Neill, a Northern California surfing world icon who pioneered the wetsuit, has died. O’Neill’s died of natural causes Friday…
Late sub Diaz has 1st homer, 6 RBIs as Pirates top Mets 12-7
NEW YORK (AP) — With catcher Francisco Cervelli feeling ill and ace Gerrit Cole struggling again, Pittsburgh needed a boost at the plate. Elias Diaz…
Recent Deaths 6/3/17
Avonell Meade “Ave”, 90, formerly of Cranberry, died Wednesday, May 24, 2017. Donald Andrew Latshaw, 56, of Verona, Virginia, formerly of Grove City, died April 22, 2017….
Deadline approaching for Oil Region photo contest
From staff reports The deadline to submit photographs for the Oil Region Photography Contest is nearing. Photographs will be accepted until Thursday, June 15. There…
Troy Twp. accident
Oil Creek Twp. retail theft
Pet of the day 6/2/17
Name: Rainy Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 2 years Gender: Female Size: Small Color: Black/ Orange Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Rainy can be found at…
Wrong number text leads couple to free Stanley Cup tickets
PITTSBURGH (AP) — A text message sent to the wrong number led to a Pittsburgh couple scoring free tickets to see the Penguins play Game…
Flaky fish tacos
Start to finish: 30 minutes Serves 4 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided 4 (6-ounce) filets tilapia, cod, barramundi or other flaky white fish 1/2 teaspoon…
Fantastic felines
Several area rescues are gearing up for The 2017 Kitty Summer Games which will be held Sunday, June 11, at the Venango SNYP building. A…
Grove students vandalize high school as senior prank
From staff reports A group of 15 students broke into Rocky Grove High School late Monday night as part of a senior prank. Sugarcreek Borough…
Indie Fest marks 10 years
By WILLIAM STEVENS Staff writer A decade ago, Jerome Wincek noticed a void in the heart of Oil City. He attempted to fill the void…
Doctor in Trump Hotel case back in court today
WASHINGTON (AP) — A Pennsylvania doctor arrested at Trump International Hotel in downtown Washington is due back in federal court Friday afternoon. Bryan Moles, 43,…
Subban says Preds will win Game 3 vs. Pens
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — A good night’s sleep has P.K. Subban more confident than ever about what the Nashville Predators will do on their own…
Unflappable Ananya Vinay wins National Spelling Bee
OXON HILL, Md. (AP) — Ananya Vinay never looked all that impressed by any of the words she was given in the finals of the…
Recent Deaths 6/2/17
Jody S. Newbill, 45, of Callensburg, died June 1, 2017. Harvey McDowell, 89, of Wolf Creek Township died June 1, 2017. Martha Kay Carnathan, 83, of…
Dance students will perform Saturday
Thomas School of Dance will present its 43rd annual Dance-O-Rama on at 1 and 7 p.m. Saturday, June 3, at the Oil City High School…
Cranberry Twp. hit and run
Brady Twp. theft
Pet of the day 6/1/17
Name: Sparky Breed: Jack Russell Terrier Age: 5 years Size: Small Gender: Male House-trained: Yes Sparky can be found at Precious Paws Animal Rescue.
Why making time for family meals is important
Family meals are about much more than what is served for dinner. Research indicates that spending time together around the table as a family promotes…
Grilled ratatouille
Servings: 6 Start to finish: 30 minutes 2 small or 1 large eggplant, cut into 1-inch slices (no need to peel) 2 medium zucchini, trimmed…
Doctor arrested at Trump hotel on gun charges due in court
WASHINGTON (AP) — The tip received by police was vague, but potentially dire: a Pennsylvania physician was on his way to the nation’s capital with…
At least 1 hurt in Seneca crash
Emergency personnel responded to this crash just before 9:30 a.m. Wednesday at the intersection of Meadow Road and Route 257 in Seneca. At least one…
St. Joseph students bring home awards
Six students from St. Joseph School in Lucinda brought home awards for their participation in this year’s Challenge 24 math competitions. Maddy Gilara (fourth from…
Afghans mourn after massive truck bombing kills 90
KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) — Afghans mourned the loss of family members, friends and colleagues on Thursday, a day after a massive truck bomb exploded in…
Penguins take 2-0 Stanley Cup lead
PITTSBURGH (AP) — By coach Peter Laviolette’s math, the Nashville Predators have been pretty good for all but 10 minutes of the Stanley Cup Final….
Chloe Grace Moretz apologizes for ad accused of body shaming
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Actress Chloe Grace Moretz and the creators of her upcoming animated film apologized Wednesday after promotional materials were criticized of body…
Recent Deaths 6/1/17
Willard C. “Bill” Heckathorn, 91, of Franklin, died May 30, 2017. Philip R. Nuhfer, 69, of Seneca, died May 31, 2017. Donald C. Winger, 80,…
Sandycreek Twp. theft
River program planned Thursday at Greenways event
From staff reports A free public program on the Allegheny River will be presented Thursday in Franklin. Local historian Carolee Michener will discuss “How the…
Pet of the day 5/31/17
Name: River Breed: Tabby Age: 8-10 weeks Gender: Male Size: Medium House-trained: Yes River can be found at Precious Paws Animal Rescue.
Warm steak and potato chip salad
Start to finish: 1 hour 40 minutes (40 minutes hands-on) Servings: 6 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil plus extra for brushing on the potato slices…
Boy dies, 4 juveniles injured in Crawford County crash
From staff and wire reports A 9-year-old boy died and four juveniles were sent to the hospital after a horse-drawn wagon hit a truck about…
Franklin students participate in health fair
Franklin High School students participated in a health fair Tuesday. Students received health information from a variety of organizations and took part in activities. Information…