Franklin man facing indecent assault charges
By MARISSA DECHANT Staff writer A Franklin man has been charged with multiple counts of aggravated indecent assault after he allegedly had inappropriate sexual contact…
Obama, Japan’s Abe decry ‘horrors of war’ at Pearl Harbor
PEARL HARBOR, Hawaii (AP) — The leaders of Japan and the United States sought to remind the world that even the most bitter enemies can…
Crosby, Malkin lead Pens past Devils
NEWARK, N.J. (AP) – Sidney Crosby scored a goal for the fourth straight game and added two assists in leading the Pittsburgh Penguins to a…
Teen Vogue writer receives threats after Fox News interview
NEW YORK (AP) — A woman involved in a heated debate with Fox News Channel’s Tucker Carlson over Ivanka Trump said Tuesday she’s received thousands…
Recent Deaths 12/28/16
Carol Lee Dittman, 59, of Knox, died Dec. 26, 2016. Albert L. Reese, 75, of Belleville, New Jersey, died Dec. 23, 2016. Marlene H. Richards, 73,…
LeBron James named AP Male Athlete of Year
CLEVELAND (AP) — LeBron James was jolted forward when the massive crowd swelled from the sidewalks and into Cleveland’s streets, surrounding the convertible that he…
Liberty Street criminal mischief
Knox Borough harassment
Daughter: Actress and author Carrie Fisher dies at age 60
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Actress Carrie Fisher, who found enduring fame as Princess Leia in the original “Star Wars,” has died. She was 60. Fisher’s…
Pet of the day 12/27/16
Macy is an approximately 1 year old female Border Collie/German Shepard mix. Macy is friendly, loves to play in the yard and enjoys the attention…
Garbanzo-Carrot Hummus with Grilled Yogurt Flatbread
Makes 2 cups 2 medium carrots, peeled and chopped Salt 1 cup cooked garbanzo beans, drained 4 teaspoons chopped cilantro plus 1 teaspoon for garnish…
Veterans Crisis Line improves service with new call center
WASHINGTON – The Department of Veteran Affairs cut the ribbon last week for its new Veteran Crisis Line (VCL) satellite office in Atlanta. The office…
Day-before-Christmas run
Members and friends of the Hasson Heights Community Church Moving With Purpose running group met Saturday morning, Dec. 24, 2016, for their annual day-before-Christmas run. Three…
Allegheny National Forest snowmobile trails open
From staff reports WARREN – The Allegheny National Forest’s snowmobile trails will opened Friday, Dec. 16. The only trail that will remain closed is Snowmobile…
Mall fights send post-holiday shoppers scrambling for exits
BEACHWOOD, Ohio (AP) — Fights broke out at malls around the country Monday night sending shoppers, who were looking for post-holiday deals, scrambling for the…
Biles is female athlete of year
NEW YORK (AP) – Simone Biles tried to treat the 2016 Summer Olympics like just your average ordinary gymnastics meet. So what if the stage…
‘Sherlock’ returns with murder, mystery – and a baby
LONDON (AP) — There’s something rotten in Baker Street. It may just be the diaper of baby Rosamund Watson, whose arrival at the start of…
Recent Deaths 12/27/16
Beryl T. Snyder, 83, of Clarion, died Dec. 24, 2016. Gary Albert Gustavson, 72, of Franklin, died Dec. 25, 2016. James L. Harkless Sr., 83, of…
Christmas sparkle
Christmas lights seem to shine a little brighter at night and several of the Applegate pets don their holiday hats. Merry Christmas and a Happy…
Sleeping at drive through
Theft at outlet mall
Recounts or no, US elections are still vulnerable to hacking
ALLENTOWN, Pa. (AP) — Jill Stein’s bid to recount votes in Pennsylvania was in trouble even before a federal judge shot it down Dec. 12….
Steelers rally to clinch AFC North
PITTSBURGH (AP) – The Pittsburgh Steelers rode Ben Roethlisberger’s right arm and Antonio Brown’s left arm to the AFC North title. Roethlisberger shook off a…
Teen pivots from a Kenyan slum to ballet stage
NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) — In a country not usually associated with classical ballet, a 16-year-old dancer leaps onto the stage, his gravity-defying turns taking the…
Recent Deaths 12/26/16
Geraldine “Jerry” Marguerite Glas Burdett, 82, formerly of Hendersonville, died Dec. 23, 2016. Douglas W. Keller, 80, of Franklin, died Dec. 22, 2016. For…
Christmas gifts taken
Drug arrests
Irwin Twp. theft
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