British singer George Michael dead at age 53
LONDON (AP) — George Michael, who rocketed to stardom with WHAM! and went on to enjoy a long and celebrated solo career lined with controversies,…
Tickets on sale for Blacklight Ball
The Blacklight Ball will be held from 7 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 4, at the Oil City Community Alliance Church at 411 Seneca St….
Body of Italian victim of Berlin truck attack returns home
MILAN (AP) — A casket containing the body of the Italian victim of the truck attack on a Christmas market in Berlin has arrived in…
Mercer County Crash
Carrie Fisher remains in intensive care unit, brother says
LOS ANGELES (AP) — “Star Wars” actress Carrie Fisher is receiving treatment in an intensive care unit after suffering a medical emergency on a flight…
Crosby scores 24th, Penguins top struggling Devils 4-1
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Penguins haven’t lost consecutive games in regulation for more than a year. Coach Mike Sullivan has a pretty good theory…
Recent Deaths 12/24/16
Clair Junior Polliard, 83, of New Bethlehem, died Thursday, Dec. 22, 2016. For the complete article, please pick up a copy of The Derrick for…
Sugarcreek Borough DUI
Union Twp. DUI crash
The lessons of ‘A Christmas Carol’
As holidays go, Christmas is a modern anomaly. A casual observer of the goings on around the holidays would guess that this is an…
Pet of the day 12/23/16
Judy is a momma cat that has raised her babies and is ready for a home. She is a pretty calico. She is spayed and…
Hue chicken salad
Start to finish: 20 minutes Servings: 4 You can use either poached or roasted chicken to make this salad. If you can’t find rau ram,…
Police seek Titusville man
From staff reports Titusville police are asking for assistance in locating a city man facing charges. According to Titusville police, Todd Green is wanted on…
First Night Oil City is packed with activities
From staff reports This year’s First Night Oil City will offer attendees a wide variety of entertainment complemented by two fireworks displays – a Gusher…
Italian media: Berlin market suspect killed in Milan
MILAN (AP) — Italian news agency ANSA says a man killed in a shootout with police in Milan is the main suspect in the Berlin…
Jackets pounds Pens
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) – Scott Hartnell had his ninth career hat trick and the Columbus Blue Jackets scored four times in a head-spinning third-period flurry…
‘Rogue One’ – Exciting prequel to the original Star Wars
In the face of ultimate desperation, hope can propel one to victory in “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story”, a prequel to “Star Wars: Episode…
Recent Deaths 12/23/16
Carrol “Kay” Irene Gilmore, 78, of Lucinda, died Dec. 21, 2016. Harry “Ed” Edgar Neiswonger, 83, of Corsica, died Dec. 21, 2016. Henry L. Deeter,…
Pets are not presents
The Venango County Humane Society wants to make sure people do the right thing this holiday season when it comes to pet adoption. A column…
Training scheduled for parents of special needs students
By SALLY BELL Staff writer Cranberry Area School District is hosting a training for parents of students with special needs. “The need is there,” said…
Franklin DUI
Jones Twp. fire
Keep the holiday season healthy, safe and secure
During the holiday season, many people do not want their thoughts to stray to anything unpleasant. Although celebrating may be the primary goal come the…
Pet of the day 12/22/16
Mini is an approximately 1 year old, super friendly, energetic, female Jack Russell mix surrendered to the rescue center by her owners. Mini is reportedly…
Five-Spice Chicken in Orange Broth
Start to finish: 40 minutes Servings: 4 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast, about 3 breasts 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon olive oil…
OC man accused of arson, animal cruelty waives hearing
By SAXON DAUGHERTY Staff writer An Oil City man accused of burning his ex-girlfriend’s belongings and killing a cat last week waived his preliminary hearing…
Adventure Club purchases gifts for local children
From staff reports Members of the Oil City YMCA Adventure Club found out that it is better to give than to receive on Monday night….
Aleppo evacuations in heavy snow end brutal war chapter
BEIRUT (AP) – Hundreds of rebel fighters and civilians, including small children swaddled in thick blankets, were bused out of war-ravaged Aleppo in heavy snow…
Jagr: Gretzky’s record is safe
SUNRISE, Fla. (AP) – Jaromir Jagr knows No. 2 is as high as he’ll go on the NHL career scoring list. In his mind, that’s…
‘Jeopardy!’ player wins $103K before death
LOS ANGELES (AP) — A woman who died of cancer just days before her appearance on “Jeopardy!” aired won six contests in a row and…
Recent Deaths 12/22/16
Lucille N. Rodgers, 89, of Oil City, died Dec. 16, 2016. For the complete article, please pick up a copy of The Derrick for…
Circumstances lead to delays in baseball complex project
By SAXON DAUGHERTY Staff writer A construction project at the Oil City junior baseball complex on the North Side has been halted of late, but…
15th Street Hill accident
Lake Twp. DUI
Pet of the day 12/21/16
Baxter is a male older kitten. He is current on vaccines and neutered. He is playful and fun. For more information on Baxter please contact…
Bitters and Berries
Start to finish: 20 minutes, plus steeping Servings: 6 1/3 cup raw coconut sugar 1/3 cup water 1 1/2 tablespoons angostura bitters 1/2 vanilla pod,…
Deadly Mexico fireworks blast hit market packed for holidays
TULTEPEC, Mexico (AP) — The San Pablito fireworks market was especially well stocked for the holidays and bustling with hundreds of shoppers when a powerful…
State System OKs contracts with 14 schools, including Clarion
From staff reports The state has approved contracts for faculty and staff at Clarion University of Pennsylvania and the 13 other state-owned universities. The membership…
Cranberry students show thanks to police
By SALLY BELL Staff writer Cranberry foreign language students showed their appreciation for the work of local police with some early Christmas gifts to the…
Islamic State claims Berlin Christmas market attack
BERLIN (AP) – The Islamic State group claimed responsibility Tuesday for a truck attack on a crowded Berlin Christmas market that German authorities said came…
Penguins pummel Rangers, 7-2
PITTSBURGH (AP) – Sidney Crosby picked up his NHL-leading 22nd goal, Evgeni Malkin added a goal and two assists and the Pittsburgh Penguins toppled the…
Miranda named AP Entertainer of the year
NEW YORK (AP) — Winning a Pulitzer Prize and a clutch of Tony Awards in a single one year would be enough for anyone. Not…
Recent Deaths 12/21/16
Martha J. Duarte, 88, of Oil City, died Dec. 19, 2016. David N. Storm, 69, of Warren, formerly of Franklin, died Dec. 17, 2016. Patricia…
A little of this, a little of that
This week brought a little of this and a little of that as far as the weather was concerned. The past week the region saw…
Man accused of stealing money from mother to buy drugs
By SAXON DAUGHERTY Staff writer Charges have been filed against an Oil City man who allegedly purchased drugs last week using his mother’s money. A…
Pet of the Day 12/20/2016
Chase is a young, male American Bulldog mix that just came to the rescue center. For more information on Chase please contact Tri-County Animal…
Tupac Shakur, Pearl Jam, Yes to be inducted into Rock Hall
NEW YORK (AP) — The late rapper Tupac Shakur and Seattle-based rockers Pearl Jam lead a class of Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees…
Animal cruelty