Recent Deaths 10/3/16
Cathy M. Johnston Klingensmith 55, of Rimersburg, died Sept. 30, 2016. James E. Rossey, 73, of Clarion, died Sept. 30, 2016. Patricia M. “Pat” Zickefoose, 73,…
Salvation Army Store opens at new location
From staff reports The Salvation Army Family Store has completed its move to the former Blair building along Route 8 north of Franklin, and it…
Lady Gaga picks dive bars over arenas to introduce album
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Lady Gaga is choosing the intimacy of dive bars over arenas to showcase songs from her new album, “Joanne.” She’ll appear…
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Northern California wildfire destroys more homes
MORGAN HILL, Calif. (AP) — A wildfire burning in northern California’s Santa Cruz Mountains has destroyed a dozen homes and 16 other structures. The number…
Longtime Oil City police officer retires
From staff reports Yesterday marks the retirement of Oil City police officer Kevin Daly. In his 20 years with the department, Daly has served as senior…
Rivero doesn’t get close call, Pirates fall to Cardinals 4-3
ST. LOUIS (AP) — Felipe Rivero thought he had strike three. Not quite. Rivero was walking toward the Pittsburgh dugout when the pitch to Jedd…
Sip and Destroy Event
The Venango Museum of Art, Science and Industry in Oil City will host a new event titled “Sip and Destroy” from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 12….
Man taken into custody on warrant
A 38-year-old man was taken into custody Thursday night by Franklin police on a warrant. Police said Nathan Turk, known to officers to have a…
Mercer County Crash
Savannah Film Festival to open with Portman as ‘Jackie’
SAVANNAH, Ga. (AP) — The Savannah Film Festival will open in October with a screening of the biographical film “Jackie,” starring Natalie Portman as first…
California opens pathway for cars that lack steering wheel
California regulators have changed course and opened a pathway for the public to get self-driving cars of the future that lack a steering wheel or…
Pirates waste Glasnow’s solid start in 7-0 loss to Cardinals
ST. LOUIS (AP) — Tyler Glasnow is headed to the offseason on a high note. Glasnow pitched five effective innings, but the Pittsburgh Pirates were…
AP PHOTOS: Artist gets out his boxing gloves to create
MILAN (AP) — When he creates artwork, Omar Hassan doesn’t get out his paintbrushes; he gets out his boxing gloves. The 29-year-old has combined his…
Steelers to add new faces on defense
PITTSBURGH (AP) – Lawrence Timmons spent a portion of last Sunday in a Philadelphia hospital trying not to freak out about a puncture wound to…
Pet of the day 9/30/16
Name: Twizzle Age: approximately 4 weeks Breed: Calico Sex: Female Size: Medium Twizzle can be found at Precious Paws Animal Rescue. PO Box 784 Franklin,…
CASA agency helping foster children with ‘sweet cases’
By NATASHA BRENNEMANStaff writer The belief that children shouldn’t have to travel from home to home with their belongings in a trash bag is inspiring…
Franklin drug possession
Cornplanter Twp. accident
Labor of love
Safehaven has its work cut out for it with this newest rescue. Precious Paws Animal Rescue in Franklin is planning on having a scary good…
‘Little Mermaid’ opens today at Barrow
From staff reports The Franklin Civic Operetta Association’s production of Disney’s “The Little Mermaid” is sure to be “Part of Your World” and part of…
Q&A: The data your car collects and who can use it
DETROIT (AP) – Your car knows more about you than you think. Newer cars that connect to the internet can collect vast amounts of data…
Crosby MVP as Canada wins Cup
TORONTO (AP) – Brad Marchand scored a short-handed goal with 43.1 seconds left and Canada beat Team Europe 2-1 on Thursday night to win the…
Springsteen signs Philadelphia fifth-grader’s absence note
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — A Philadelphia fifth-grader ditched school for the chance to meet rock legend Bruce Springsteen and “The Boss” gladly played along by signing…
Recent Deaths 9/30/16
Roberta JoAnne White, or JoAnne, as most people called her, of Texas passed away Wednesday, Sept. 21, 2016. William E. “Bill” McLaughlin, 81, of Grove…
Crosby in class by himself at World Cup
TORONTO (AP) – Sidney Crosby has been surrounded by the best hockey players on the planet at the World Cup of Hockey, and still seems…
Alec Baldwin’s very big deal: playing Donald Trump on ‘SNL’
NEW YORK (AP) – “Saturday Night Live” has made a YUGE decision: It has chosen Alec Baldwin to impersonate GOP presidential nominee Donald Trump. NBC…
Unique ways to exercise at home
Even the most devoted exercise enthusiasts sometimes encounter obstacles that make it hard for them to squeeze in their regular workouts. Weather can affect outdoor…
Rockland Twp. accident
Pet of the day 9/29/16
Name: Cody Breed: Beagle Mix Age: 2 years Sex: Male Size: Medium Color: Black/ Brown Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Cody can be found at Venango…
Oil Valley Film Festival winners and wrap up
From staff reports Twenty-two films from around the globe were screened at the first annual Oil Valley Film Festival held Sept. 1-3 in Oil City….
Slippery Rock Twp. theft
Train crashes into New Jersey station
HOBOKEN, N.J. (AP) — A commuter train from New York barreled into a New Jersey rail station during the Thursday morning rush hour, causing serious…
Woman accused of hitting boy with vehicle waives hearing
By SAXON DAUGHERTY Staff Writer A Franklin woman accused of striking a boy with her vehicle last week waived her preliminary hearing Wednesday in Venango…
Franklin library plans escape room just in time for Halloween
By JON HAAG Staff writer The Friends of the Franklin Library have cooked up a hair-raising mystery just in time for Halloween as they are…
Police return lost WWI dog tag to vet’s family
RANDOLPH, Mass. (AP) — A Massachusetts police department has used social media to track down the family of a World War I soldier whose nearly…
Bucs beat up on Arrieta, Cubs
PITTSBURGH (AP) – John Jaso hit for the cycle and drove in five runs to lead the Pittsburgh Pirates to an 8-4 victory over the…
Takei gives collection to LA museum
LOS ANGELES (AP) – Actor and activist George Takei is donating a trove of art and artifacts from his life and career to the Japanese…
Recent Deaths 9/29/16
Roberta “Bert” J. Hollabaugh, 61, of Franklin, died Sept. 28, 2016. Cheyenne Nicole Snyder, 24, of Tionesta, died Sept. 25, 2016. Dorismae L. Snyder, 86, of…
Jennifer Lopez is back in judge’s chair for dance show
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Jennifer Lopez is stepping in front of the camera for NBC’s new “World of Dance” competition series. The network said Wednesday…
Colleges lavishing more financial aid on wealthy students
STORRS, Conn. (AP) – Spencer Mulligan knew his family could pay for his college education, even without loans or grants. So when the University of…
Pet of the day 9/28/16
Name: Duggy Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 5 months Sex: Male Size: Small Color: Grey/ White Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption Price: $40.00 Duggy can…
Cranberry Walmart theft
Deadline nearing to register, make changes
By SAXON DAUGHERTYStaff writer Time is running out for Pennsylvania’s unregistered voters who want to participate in the presidential election. The statewide deadline to register…
OC Salvation Army accepting applications for its toy program
From staff reports The Salvation Army in Oil City will take applications for its Christmas toy assistance program for children up to age 12. Parents…
Debate appears likely to topple 36-year ratings record
NEW YORK (AP) – The showdown between Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump on Monday appears likely to set a record for the most-watched presidential debate…
Tomlin: Bell will be used a lot
PITTSBURGH (AP) – Every week a member of the Pittsburgh Steelers support staff lines the hallway leading to the team’s locker room with photos taken…
Amy Schumer most dangerous celebrity online
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Amy Schumer is the most dangerous celebrity on the internet — and not just because of her no-holds-barred personality. Intel Security…
Recent deaths 9/28/16
Tracii Jo Westlake, 46, of Oil City passed away Monday, Sept. 26, 2016. James Parks Gourley of Packing Road, New Bethlehem, passed away in his…
Pink Splash for the Cure planned in Franklin
From staff reports The water in the Egbert Fountain in downtown Franklin will be turned pink Tuesday, Oct. 4, as part of the annual Pink…