Recent Deaths 12/12/16
Shirley Jane (Beach) Ford, 79, of Tippery, formerly of Victory Heights, died Dec. 9, 2016. For the complete article, please pick up a copy…
Area schools close or issue two-hour delay
Closed today: Brookville Good Hope Christian Preschool The following school districts are running on a two-hour delay: AC Valley Clarion Area Clarion-Limestone Cranberry Forest Franklin…
Malkin, Crosby lead Penguins past Lightning 4-3
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Sidney Crosby had another eventful night. The Penguins star returned after passing concussion protocol following a first-period hit to get his…
Romero leads Club America to semifinal of Club World Cup
SUITA, Japan (AP) — Silvio Romero scored two second-half goals on Sunday as Mexico’s Club America beat South Korean side Jeonbuk Motors 2-1 in…
Early audience reactions from ‘Rogue One’ premiere
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The force is strong with “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story” according to early reactions from the film’s premiere Saturday night…
Fatal crash
Troopers injured in assault
Intoxicated man found in snow bank
Crash at Kmart entrance
Dollar General theft
John Glenn, astronaut and senator, to lie in state in Ohio
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — John Glenn will lie in state in Ohio’s capitol building before a celebration of his life of military and government service…
Inside Kirk Douglas’s intimate 100th birthday celebration
BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. (AP) — Kirk Douglas knows how to make an entrance. With boxing gloves in every centerpiece and the theme from “Rocky” blaring…
5 killed in Bulgarian explosion following train derailment
SOFIA, Bulgaria (AP) — Five people were killed in northeastern Bulgaria following a gas explosion on a derailed tanker train early Saturday, national radio reported….
Victorian Christmas Weekend
A Victorian Christmas Weekend will be held Friday through Sunday, Dec. 16-18, in Franklin. The event includes various holiday shopping opportunities at Franklin businesses. The…
Cooperstown Road Crash
Slippery roads lead to several crashes
From staff reports Heavy snowfall created some havoc for motorists on the region’s roadways Friday as numerous crashes were reported throughout the day. Three accidents…
Murder trial of killer of retired Saint star enters Day 6
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Lawyers for the man who shot former Saints star Will Smith were set to continue building a self-defense case Saturday, the…
Madonna, Kesha get emotional when accepting Billboard honors
NEW YORK (AP) — The annual Billboard Women In Music event featured emotional and heartfelt speeches about the uphill battles women face in the music…
Recent Deaths 12/10/16
Ralph Oliver Murphy Jr., died Tuesday, Nov. 29, 2016. Helen G. Olszowka, 95, of Oil City, died Thursday Dec. 8, 2016. Paul L. Lehman Sr., 86,…
Seneca fire department getting $100,000 for truck purchase
By SALLY BELLStaff writer Cranberry Township is giving Seneca Volunteer Fire Department $100,000 toward the purchase of a new fire rescue truck. The move came…
Pirates decide to hold on to McCutchen
OXON HILL, Md. (TNS) – At the end of baseball’s winter meetings, the conclusion general manager Neal Huntington reached regarding the face of the franchise…
Coke targets ‘foodies’ as more people move away from sodas
NEW YORK (AP) – What beverage goes best with lobster rolls, a bagel sandwich stuffed with whitefish, or a bowl of ramen? Coke wants you…
Sugarcreek Borough accident
Cranberry Twp. accident
Pet of the day 12/9/16
Name: Bailey Breed: Pointer, German Shorthaired Mix Age: 5 years Sex: Male Size: Medium Color: Brown/ White Bailey can be found at Venango County Humane…
Homes for the holidays
Precious Paws Animal Rescue, the Venango County Humane Society, Clarion PAWS and Tri-County Animal Rescue Center all have lots of furry faces who would just…
Baked Hot Wings
Makes 2 full servings 24 chicken wings, a mix of drums and flats, about 2 pounds 1 tablespoon grapeseed oil 1/3 cup sriracha chile sauce…
Man who jumped from cruiser gets state prison term
By SAXON DAUGHERTYStaff writer An Oil City man who led police on a chase in late May after jumping out of a cruiser was sentenced…
Santa train stop
From staff reports Santa will arrive by train and make a stop from 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday at 2 Relief St., near National Fuel…
High-flying Pens win again
SUNRISE, Fla. (AP) – Sidney Crosby got his 18th goal and added an assist to lead the Pittsburgh Penguins over the Florida Panthers 5-1 on…
Multi-vehicle crash in Pennsylvania shuts highway; 15 hurt
ERIE (AP) – Pennsylvania State Police say a crash involving at least 13 vehicles has shut down a snowy section of Interstate 90 just south…
Taylor Swift, Zayn Malik team up for surprise duet single
Associated Press Taylor Swift and Zayn Malik have dropped a surprise duet single from the “Fifty Shades Darker” soundtrack. Swift and the former One Direction…
Recent Deaths 12/9/16
Eugene Earl Smith Sr., 92, of Shippenville, died Thursday, Dec. 8, 2016. Ella Jean Yochim, 77, of Clarion, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 6, 2016. Wendell…
Band of Brothers
I end up around veterans a lot in my job. One thing that impresses me about many of them is that notion of brotherhood ……
Man waives hearing in stalking case; some charges dropped
By SAXON DAUGHERTY Staff Writer An Oil City man charged in connection with multiple domestic incidents had two felony charges against him dropped Wednesday. Felony…
Cranberry Twp. accident
Oil Creek Twp. fraud
Pet of the day 12/8/16
Name: Frosty Breed: Tabby Color: Gray/ White Age: 3 months Sex: Male Size: Medium House-trained: Yes Frosty can be found at Precious Paws Animal Rescue….
Smart ways to budget for holiday gifting
Shoppers across the country routinely make the holiday season one of the biggest spending periods of the year. American Research Group, Inc., said that in…
Braised Beef Ribs
Start to finish: 3 hours, including about 2 hours inactive braising time Servings: 6 2 1/2-pound bottom round, (or eye of round) about 1 1/2…
Area should get first good shot of lake-effect snow
By JON HAAG Staff writer The tri-county area can expect to see its first major snowfall starting today. The National Weather Service in Coraopolis says…
OC Pizza Hut looks to reopen Monday
From staff reports Pizza Hut in Oil City is on pace to reopen Monday. The restaurant on Seneca Street has been closed since late September…
Surgeon General calls youth vaping a public health threat
WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. surgeon general is calling e-cigarettes an emerging public health threat to the nation’s youth. In a report being released Thursday,…
Steelers showing more balance
PITTSBURGH (AP) – Technically, the calls were different. In the Pittsburgh Steelers huddle, however, the translation was the same: Get the ball to Le’Veon Bell…
Lady Gaga discusses PTSD struggle
The Associated Press Lady Gaga is opening up further on her struggles with post-traumatic stress disorder in an open letter. The 30-year-old singer revealed her…
Recent Deaths 12/8/16
Naomi P. Summerville, 82, of Sligo, died Dec. 6, 2016. David Hill, 57, of Green, Ohio, died Dec. 1, 2016. Shin Hill, 69, of Green, Ohio,…
Oil City hit and run accident
Brookville Borough accident
Pet of the day 12/7/16
Name: Dolly Breed: Labrador Retriever, Beagle mix Sex: Female Size: Medium Age: 1-3 years Size: Approximately 35 lbs. Color: Golden House-trained: Yes Dolly can be…
Grape Tomato and Blue Cheese Tart
Serves 6 Crust 1 cup all-purpose flour 4 ounces cream cheese, chilled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, chilled and cut into…