Nutting: Pirates had ‘step back’ in ’16, but talent is there
BRADENTON, Fla. (AP) — The Pittsburgh Pirates missed the playoffs last season for the first time in four years, but that won’t cause chairman Bob…
Cobain’s daughter thanks late dad on date of 50th birthday
The Associated Press Kurt Cobain’s daughter has paid tribute to the late Nirvana frontman on what would have been his 50th birthday. Frances Bean Cobain…
Recent Deaths 2/21/17
William D. McElravy, 87, of Clarion, died Feb. 18, 2017. Fern C. Blair, 91, of Shippenville, died Feb. 19, 2017. John B. Alexander, 54, of…
Officials: Pittsburgh bald eagles apparently have new egg
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pittsburgh’s pair of bald eagles apparently have a new egg a week after their nest was lost when the tree was toppled…
Liberty Street criminal mischief
Barkeyville Borough DUI
Pet of the day 2/20/17
Roxanne is a very sweet young girl, probably about 6-7 months old. She is very affectionate and loves to play. She is current on vaccines…
Coast Guard marks 75 years
On Feb. 19, the U.S. Coast Guard Reserve celebrated its 75th anniversary. The members of the U.S. Coast Guard Reserve has a strength of 8,100….
Fish and Chips
Start to finish: 1 hour Servings: 4 2 pounds of skinless and boneless cod or hake fish Oil, as needed for frying Tempura Batter (recipe…
Hit-run crash reported in Cornplanter
From staff reports Franklin state police are investigating a hit-run crash Saturday night on Route 8 in Cornplanter Township. Police said the vehicle left a…
Flood fears renewed as California braces for storm
TRACY, Calif. (AP) — Some Northern California residents are preparing for another powerful Pacific storm by patrolling levees for signs of danger, reviewing evacuation plans…
Tatar, Vanek lead Red Wings past Penguins
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Admittedly not where they want to be in the standings, the Detroit Red Wings still have plenty of fight left. That much…
‘Lego Batman’ stays No. 1, conquers ‘The Great Wall’
NEW YORK (AP) — “The Great Wall” was a hit in China. In North America, it was a dud. The most expensive film ever made…
Recent Deaths 2/20/17
Jeffrey S. Irwin, 51, of Cranberry, died Feb. 18, 2017. Gene Homan Schlosser, 82, died Feb. 17, 2017. Casimira C. “Kay” Skrobat, 95, of Oil City, died…
Lisa Marie Presley says she’s broke after ex asks for money
NEW YORK (AP) — Lisa Marie Presley describes herself as deeply in debt and just out of a treatment facility in court papers that accuse…
Mercer Burglary
Rain postpones start of exhibition Clash at Daytona
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) — The first official NASCAR event of Speedweeks was postponed by rain at Daytona International Speedway. The rain began during driver…
SpaceX trying again to launch rocket from historic moon pad
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — SpaceX is taking another shot at launching a rocket from NASA’s historic moon pad. As dawn broke Sunday over Florida’s…
Oil Country Bluegrass Festival will be held Feb. 24-26
Court Appointed Special Advocates of Venango County and Oil City Arts are teaming up to host what will be Oil City’s 10th annual Oil Country…
Angelina Jolie in Cambodia for premiere of her new film
SIEM REAP, Cambodia (AP) — Angelina Jolie said Saturday that she hopes her new film about Cambodia under the Khmer Rouge will help educate the…
Drug Possession
Sugarcreek Truss Bridge open to traffic
From staff reports The Sugarcreek Truss Bridge over Sugar Creek opened to traffic Friday. Final paving work, including resurfacing the bridge approaches, will be done…
SpaceX go for launching rocket from NASA’s historic moon pad
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — SpaceX is all set to launch a rocket from NASA’s historic moon pad. As the sun rose Saturday over Kennedy…
Bowyer out to revive NASCAR career as Stewart’s replacement
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Clint Bowyer hasn’t won a race since 2012, hasn’t made the playoffs in three years and is coming off an…
Recent Deaths 2/18/17
David R. Reynolds, 68, of Kennerdell, died Wednesday, Feb. 15, 2017. Irene L. Schiffer, 88, of Oil City, died Thursday, Feb. 16, 2017. Ramanda D. Milford,…
No hardened heart
In September of this year, I will have worked for 20 years as a small community photojournalist in Northwest Pennsylvania. I began at the Meadville Tribune…
Lancaster Twp. DUI
Bloom Twp. accident
Pet of the day 2/17/17
Name: Charger Breed: Terrier/ Mix Age: 6 years Gender: Male Size: Small Color: Tan Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Charger can be found at Venango County…
Bad news, good news
Jackman, the blind Jack Russell, receives disappointing news. Tri-County Animal Rescue is reminding folks to spay and neuter their pets. Precious Paws Animal Rescue is…
Roasted sweet potatoes and carrots
Start to finish: 40 minutes Servings: 4 1 medium red-flesh sweet potato, peeled and cut into 1½ inch chunks (about 2 cups total) 2 medium…
Blaze destroys home in Pinegrove Township
From staff reports A Pinegrove Township home was destroyed by fire Thursday morning. The residence was located on Old State Road near its intersection with…
PennDOT, state police remind drivers of safety laws
From staff reports HARRISBURG – PennDOT Secretary Leslie S. Richards and State Police Commissioner Tyree Blocker on Thursday urged drivers to review and obey driver…
As investigation swirls, body of N. Korean unclaimed
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia (AP) — Days after his apparent assassination, Kim Jong Nam’s body remained under guard in a Malaysian morgue Friday, with no one…
Crosby gets 1,000th point, then leads Pens by Jets in OT
PITTSBURGH (AP) — It was, in many ways, Sidney Crosby’s remarkable career distilled to its essence. Game on the line. A wide-open net. A race…
Zuckerberg’s goal: Remake a world Facebook helped create
NEW YORK (AP) — Mark Zuckerberg helped create the modern world by connecting nearly a quarter of its citizens to Facebook and giving them a…
Recent Deaths 2/17/17
Dennis Charles Botelho, 53, of Knox, formerly of Rockland, died Feb. 15, 2017. Nita (Depp) Logue, 97, of Mesa, Arizona, died Feb. 14, 2017. Cecil…
‘Love Your Library’
Sandycreek Choir students Maddie Johnson, Lilli Fonzo, and Aida Fonzo presenting songs for the Franklin Public Library “Love Your Library” event. The choir is under…
Steelers working on new contract for Antonio Brown
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Steelers are following through on their promise to offer All-Pro wide receiver Antonio Brown a new contract. General manager Kevin…
Cornplanter Twp. DUI
Benezette Twp. criminal mischief
How to get and keep your finances in order
In 2015, analysts with the Government Accountability Office found that the average American between the ages of 55 and 64 had accrued roughly $104,000 in…
Pet of the day 2/16/17
Name: Chloe Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 1 year Gender: Female Size: Medium Color: Orange/ Black Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption Price: $40.00 Chloe can…
Barbacoa beef tacos
Serves 8 Start to finish: 10 hours, 20 minutes (10 hours of which are hands off) 1 2 1/2 pound eye of round beef 1…
Emlenton man waives hearing on porn charge
By MARISSA DECHANT Staff writer An Emlenton man accused of sending inappropriate text messages to a teenage girl waived his preliminary hearing in the case…
Clarion University student to speak on PCN program
From staff reports HARRISBURG – A Clarion University student will be among students from State System of Higher Education universities who will be featured Sunday…
China carfentanil ban a ‘game-changer’ for opioid epidemic
SHANGHAI (AP) — So deadly it’s considered a terrorist threat, carfentanil has been legal in China— until now. Beijing is banning carfentanil and three similar…
Watson, Pirates head to arbitration
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) – Reliever Tony Watson has gone to arbitration with the Pittsburgh Pirates, asking for a raise from $3.45 million to $6…
Keith Urban leads Academy of Country Music nominations
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Keith Urban leads nominations for the Academy of Country Music Awards with seven nods as both artist and producer for his…
Recent Deaths 2/16/17
Philip Kiser, 85, of Fort Myers, Florida, and Shippenville, died Feb. 8, 2017. Cecil Parrett, 92, of Sigel, died Feb. 15, 2017. Dolores Rae Dickson,…