Recent Deaths 7/29/23
James (Jim) A. Smith, 89, of Hickory, North Carolina, died July 23, 2023. Charles F. Buchman, 81, of Marienville, died July 27, 2023. Donald J….
Pet of the Day 7/28/23
Charlie is a very affectionate, energetic boy that would love an active family to go on adventures with. We aren’t sure of his background, but…
Tart Lime Smoothie
(Culinary.net) During summer months, it’s common for many people to want to spend as much time outside enjoying the weather as possible. From the minute…
Extreme heat moves east where many will see their hottest days of the year
Extreme heat moves east where many will see their hottest days of the year BY DREW COSTLEY AP Science Writer Nearly 200 million people in…
‘We were in the air.’ Mississippi family recounts surviving tornado that tore mobile home apart
‘We were in the air.’ Mississippi family recounts surviving tornado that tore mobile home apart By MICHAEL GOLDBERG Associated Press/Report for America ROLLING FORK, Miss….
As crews contain Europe fires, Pope Francis sounds alarm on climate threat to ‘our common home’
As crews contain Europe fires, Pope Francis sounds alarm on climate threat to ‘our common home’ By NICOLE WINFIELD and DEREK GATOPOULOS Associated Press ATHENS,…
Pet of the Day 7/27/23
Sweet Chip was recently brought back to us when his owners health was declining and he could no longer be cared for. Chip is a…
Raspberry Streusel Muffins
(Family Features) A balanced breakfast can go a long way toward setting you up for success each day and on a path to healthier eating…
Recent Deaths
Scott Lee “Scoot” Wood, 55, of Oil City, passed away unexpectedly at home on Monday, July 17, 2023. Bernice C. Scobbo, formerly of Crown, passed…
Biden announces an advanced cancer research initiative as part of his ‘moonshot’ effort
Biden announces an advanced cancer research initiative as part of his ‘moonshot’ effort By ZEKE MILLER AP White House Correspondent WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe…
Dangerous fungus is becoming more prevalent. Scientists believe climate change could be to blame
Dangerous fungus is becoming more prevalent. Scientists believe climate change could be to blame By CAMILLE FASSETT Associated Press SEATTLE (AP) — A rare and…
Whistleblower tells Congress the US is concealing ‘multi-decade’ program that captures UFOs
Whistleblower tells Congress the US is concealing ‘multi-decade’ program that captures UFOs By NOMAAN MERCHANT Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — A former Air Force intelligence…
Pet of the Day 7/26/23
Meet the sweet and beautiful Tabby, the tabby cat! Tabby is around 3-years-old and came to us with another cat, Anna, when their owner passed…
Fluffernutter Sandwich
(Family Features) Back-to-school season brings change to routines and often makes each day slightly more hectic, especially for families with little ones. This year, despite…
Machado, Soto and Sánchez homer to help the Padres beat the Pirates 5-1
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Manny Machado, Juan Soto and Gary Sánchez homered to help the San Diego Padres beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 5-1 on Tuesday…
South Florida waters hit hot tub level and may have set world record for warmest seawater
South Florida waters hit hot tub level and may have set world record for warmest seawater By SETH BORENSTEIN AP Science Writer The water temperature…
Fire on New York construction crane causes arm to collapse and hit a building as it falls
NEW YORK (AP) — A tall construction crane caught fire in Manhattan on Wednesday morning, and its arm hit a building as it crashed to…
Recent Deaths 7/26/23
Robert John Cavanaugh, Windsor, Colorado, passed away on July 20, 2023. Jeffrey A. Shull, Twin Falls, ID, passed away at his home on July 12,…
Biden’s son Hunter arrives at a Delaware court where he’s expected to plead guilty to tax crimes
WILMINGTON, Del. (AP) — President Joe Biden’s son Hunter arrived Wednesday at a federal court where he is expected to plead guilty to two tax…
Pet of the Day 7/25/23
Meet Anna, the sweet and silly calico! Anna was brought to us with another cat, Tabby, when their owner passed away. Anna is approximately 1…
Caterpillar Sandwich
(Family Features) Back-to-school season brings change to routines and often makes each day slightly more hectic, especially for families with little ones. This year, despite…
In ‘Barbie,’ ‘Oppenheimer’ smash success, audiences send message to Hollywood: Give us something new
NEW YORK (AP) — In the massive movie weekend of “Barbie” and “Oppenheimer,” there were many winners. Greta Gerwig, who made history for female directors….
Climate change leaves fingerprints on July heat waves around the globe, study says
The fingerprints of climate change are all over the intense heat waves gripping the globe this month, a new study finds. Researchers say the deadly…
Israeli doctors walk off the job, more strikes may be looming after a law weakening courts passed
JERUSALEM (AP) — Thousands of Israeli doctors walked off their jobs, labor leaders threatened a general strike and senior justices rushed home from a trip…
Trevor Reed, Marine veteran freed from Russia in 2022, is injured while fighting in Ukraine, US says
WASHINGTON (AP) — A former U.S. Marine who was released from Russia in a prisoner swap last year has been injured while fighting in Ukraine,…
Pet of the Day 7/24/23
Sweet little Mika came to us as a stray, so we do not have any history for her. Mika is an absolute sweetheart who just…
BLT Lobster Roll
(Family Features) As people look to change what’s on their plates, it can be tough to know where to begin. From social media-inspired recipes to…
Texas is using disaster declarations to install buoys and razor wire on the US-Mexico border
EAGLE PASS, Texas (AP) — Wrecking ball-sized buoys on the Rio Grande. Razor wire strung across private property without permission. Bulldozers changing the very terrain…
Police narrow search for infant lost in flash flood, after 2-year-old sister’s body found
WASHINGTON CROSSING, Pa. (AP) — Search teams in Pennsylvania were focusing on one underwater area Sunday as they try to find a 9-month-old boy swept…
Why is Israel’s judicial overhaul so divisive?
JERUSALEM (AP) — For seven months, tens of thousands of Israelis have taken to the streets to protest Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s plans to overhaul…
Man who ambushed Fargo officers likely had bigger and bloodier attack in mind, attorney general says
FARGO, N.D. (AP) — The heavily armed man who ambushed Fargo police officers investigating a fender bender last week likely had a bigger and bloodier…
Proposed Cranberry rec center gets some positive reviews
By RANDY BARTLEY Staff writer A proposed recreation center in Cranberry Township that has been discussed at public meetings during the last month is getting…
While North Korea fires cruise missiles, it stays mum on US soldier who crossed into the country
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — North Korea fired several cruise missiles toward its western sea Saturday, South Korea’s military said, marking the second launch event…
Rodríguez hits his 1st major league home run to help the Pirates beat the Angels 3-0
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Endy Rodríguez appears right at home in the majors after acknowledging he was nervous playing in his first couple of big…
Region escapes brunt of storms
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer While Thursday night’s storms dumped large hail and lots of rain on parts of northwest Pennsylvania, Venango County and the…
Walmart awards grants at grand re-opening event in Cranberry
From staff reports The Walmart Supercenter in Cranberry held a re-grand opening celebration Friday where associates unveiled a variety of new upgrades to the store….
PA counties plan to miss big social-services payment as state budget stalemate drags on
HARRISBURG (AP) — Counties in Pennsylvania are preparing to get by without payments for some of the social services they carry out as a state…
Amazon, Google, Meta, Microsoft and other tech firms agree to AI safeguards set by the White House
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden said Friday that new commitments by Amazon, Google, Meta, Microsoft and other companies that are leading the development of…
‘Barbenheimer’ arrives as moviegoers flock to a Mattel-mushroom cloud double feature
NEW YORK (AP) — Waves of pink-clad moviegoers passed under cardboard palm trees on the frenzied first day of “Barbenheimer.” After a feverish drumbeat propelled…
Recent Deaths 7/22/23
Donald S. “Scotty” Wolfkiel, 77, of Franklin, died July 20, 2023. Marcella (Marcy) D. Rathburn (formerly McCleary), of Franklin, died July 19, 2023. Barbara Ann…
Pet of the Day 7/21/23
Meet George, the handsome 3-year-old boxer mix! George originally came to us as a stray, so we don’t know anything about his life before the…
Peanut Butter Ice Cream Sandwiches
(Family Features) When the sun is shining and you need to beat the heat, cool down with a little shade and a nutty, frozen treat….
United Way again offering free kids haircut event
From staff reports The United Way of Venango County has partnered with area hair stylists and PA 2-1-1 to hold its annual back to school…
Hope 21 clothing giveaway planned Saturday
From staff reports Hope 21 Ministry is holding a clothing giveaway Saturday at Crossing Free Methodist Church in Oil City. Hope 21 director Lisa Swartz…
Tornado damage to Pfizer plant may create shortages of some drugs hospitals need
The Associated Press The fallout from a Pfizer factory being damaged by a tornado could put even more pressure on already-strained drug supplies at U.S….
Committee OKs legislation to impose stronger ethics standards on Supreme Court justices
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court would have to abide by stronger ethics standards under legislation approved on Thursday by the Senate Judiciary Committee, a…
Jason Momoa hosts Discovery’s ‘Shark Week’
NEW YORK (AP) — Discovery Channel has landed the perfect host this year for “Shark Week,” none other than a huge fan of all ocean…
Recent Deaths 7/21/23
Helen Nortemann Keitzer Wylie, 93, died July 20, 2023. Joan C. Kratzer, 90, of Cooperstown, died July 18, 2023. For complete obituaries, pick up…
Pet of the Day 7/20/23
Meet Milo, the handsome five-year-old border collie mix! Milo is a sweet boy, who is well mannered and very polite. He can a bit shy…
Grilled Chicken Salad with Goat Cheese, Fresh Blueberries and Pecans
(Family Features) With hectic day-to-day schedules and varying dietary needs, many families face the dreaded daily question: “What sounds good for dinner?” In contrast, millions…