DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — Israeli forces severed northern Gaza from the rest of the besieged territory and pounded it with intense airstrikes overnight…
NEW YORK (AP) — When Donald Trump takes the stand Monday in a Manhattan courtroom to testify in his civil fraud trial, it will be…
The Associated Press The North American box office had one of its slowest weekends of the year, due in large part to “Dune: Part Two’s”…
Ethel D. Rice, 86, of Franklin, died Nov. 3, 2023. Elizabeth “Bette” Moore, of Clintonville, died Nov. 3, 2023. Ronald C. Wygant, 83, of Tionesta,…
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer Venango County election officials held a public voting machine testing Friday in the Courthouse Annex in preparation for Tuesday’s general…
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer Oil City Council members heard an update Thursday on the East Second Street project and honored the late Henry B….
WASHINGTON (AP) — From Washington to Milan to Paris, tens of thousands of pro-Palestinian demonstrators marched Saturday, calling for a halt to Israel’s bombardment of…
SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) — Reilly Smith and Jake Guentzel each had two goals and two assists, Evgeni Malkin also scored twice, and the Pittsburgh…
NEW YORK (AP) — Sheryl Crow and Olivia Rodrigo kicked off the 2023 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony Friday night and Missy…
From staff reports Christmas Tree Lane, the annual fundraiser for the Cochranton Community Fair Parade, is scheduled to run Nov. 17 to 19. There are…
Sixth-grade students of teacher Eva Hollidge at Sandycreek Elementary School hosted a breakfast for veterans this week. Hollidge, who teaches health, science and social studies…
NEW YORK (AP) — The judge in Donald Trump’s civil business fraud trial barred attorneys in the case Friday from commenting on “confidential communications” between…
RAFAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — Israel’s military hit the family home of the exiled leader of Hamas on the outskirts of Gaza City with an…
HARRISBURG (AP) — Pennsylvania voters will settle four statewide judicial contests in Tuesday’s election, filling an open seat on the state Supreme Court — which…
Russell “Russ” Eugene Dayton, 65, of Cochranton, died Nov. 1, 2023. Kathryn Ruth Griffin, 71, of Utica, died Nov. 1, 2023. Darlene J. Mazon, 66,…
Meet Roozen, the lovable 7 year old who will steal your heart with his affectionate nature and cute little beauty mark. Roozen loves people and…
(Family Features) Bolstering your immune system during winter, when coughs and colds seem to take control, is a must for the entire family. Supporting your…
From staff reports U.S. Sen. John Fetterman secured over $400,000 in funding for restoration of the Oil City Library theater after the Senate passed its…
BUTLER (AP) — A registered nurse in Pennsylvania faces charges she administered lethal or potentially lethal doses of insulin to numerous patients — including a…
By MARK OLIVER City editor School board races next week in the Oil City and Franklin school districts feature ballot choices for voters, while the…
NEW YORK (AP) — The warnings have grown louder and more urgent as 2024 approaches: The rapid advance of artificial intelligence tools threatens to amplify…
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Steelers know their margin for error is impossibly thin. They know no other way. The tighter the finish, the more…
NEW YORK (AP) — Fans of hip-hop, country, pop, funk, R&B and rock all have reason to cheer the 2023 class entering the Rock &…
Shirley A. Nevel, 88, of Emlenton, died Nov. 1, 2023. Gail M. Miller, 61, of Las Vegas, NV, formerly of Meadville, died Oct. 29, 2023….
Young, busy, and affectionate – Grady loves to play! He also loves attention, and will curl up to you for some cuddles and purrs. He…
(Family Features) Quick and easy family dinners often feel few and far between, but you can make them a more frequent occurrence by depending on…
MERCER (AP) — A multi-vehicle crash on a snowy stretch of interstate in western Pennsylvania early Wednesday killed at least one person and injured at…
From staff reports Next week has been designated Military and Veterans Appreciation Week at Pennsylvania Western University, and ceremonies to mark Veterans Day have been…
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — President Joe Biden said he thought there should be a humanitarian “pause” in the Israel-Hamas war, after his campaign speech Wednesday evening…
PHOENIX (AP) — Corey Seager took a mighty swing and barely connected, sending a squibber through an open area on the left side of the…
The Associated Press On their first day sixth grade, the students of Jose Urbina Lopez Elementary School in the Mexican border city of Matamoros find…
Elberta Mae Fesenmyer, 92, of Oil City, died Nov. 1, 2023. AJ Fetty-Coast, 16, of Millcreek Township, Sandy Lake, died Oct. 30, 2023. Winnie Veonah…
Meet Pip! Pip is a fun-loving kitty who was originally found as a stray. She is a real sweetheart, who is always so playful and…
(Family Features) Whether you’re hosting a large holiday gathering or simply savoring the season with those nearest and dearest, serving up flavorful dishes your friends…
The Senate passed an amendment to the Military Construction, Veteran Affairs, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024. In July, the VFW testified in favor of…
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer An Oil City School Board candidate’s campaign sign was vandalized with Nazi imagery recently, prompting condemnation from the Venango County…
From staff reports Crawford Area Transportation Authority will provide free transportation in Crawford and Venango counties on all Fixed Route buses on Election Day, Nov….
From staff reports Good Hope and Zion Lutheran churches in Oil City will again deliver Thanksgiving meals to the elderly, shut-in and homebound members of…
The Associated Press FBI Director Christopher Wray warned on Tuesday that Hamas’ rampage inside Israel could inspire violence in the U.S., telling lawmakers that multiple…
HARRISBURG (AP) — Three bills seeking to expand and strengthen Pennsylvania’s anti-hate crime statutes were passed Tuesday by the state House of Representatives. All members…
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Kenny Pickett plans to play against Tennessee on Thursday night despite a rib injury that forced him to sit…
The Associated Press The 1963 March on Washington drew an estimated 250,000 people from across the country — the largest march at that point in…
Frank E. Seneca, formerly of Oil City, died Oct. 8, 2023. Karen L. (Lawson) Williams, 54, of Conyers, Georgia, diedn Oct. 20, 2023. Ursula E….
From inventing the huddle to trying a new helmet, Gallaudet is home to a proud football tradition By STEPHEN WHYNO AP Sports Writer WASHINGTON (AP)…
U.S. military and diplomatic leaders urge a divided Congress to send aid to both Israel and Ukraine By MARY CLARE JALONICK Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP)…
Kids return to school, plan to trick-or-treat as Maine communities start to heal from mass shooting By DAVID SHARP Associated Press LEWISTON, Maine (AP) —…
Lovely Lucy was found locally as a stray, and has spent the last several weeks in a foster home to socialize and grow. Lucy is…
(Family Features) For hosting tips and tricks, visit UltimateThanksgivingExperience.com. Ultimate Cheesy Herb Sourdough Stuffing Recipe courtesy of “What’s Gaby Cooking” on behalf of Finish 1…
Biden wants to move fast on AI safeguards and will sign an executive order to address his concerns By JOSH BOAK and MATT O’BRIEN Associated…
General Motors reaches tentative agreement with UAW, potentially ending six-week strike By TOM KRISHER Associated Press DETROIT (AP) — General Motors and the United Auto…