Claudia, a domestic long hair, is a two-year-old spayed female. She has a soft black and white coat and green eyes. Claudia is a cuddle bug. As soon as she warms up to you, she stretches out and enjoys the attention. Claudia loves people and also having her ears scratched. Claudia is simply irresistible at the Venango County Humane Society. Contact the humane society from noon to 5 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays by calling (814) 677-4040.
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Pet of the Day 11/29/23
Playful Ronny came to us with the rest of his siblings and is in search of a new best friend! Curious and playful, this affectionate…
Arkansas Possum Pie
(Culinary.net) The star of your next spread can be hidden away in the refrigerator for a surprise delight for your guests. It’s topped with chocolate…
Creative writing workshop set Saturday at OC library
From staff reports The Bridge Coffee House will host a creative writing workshop from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at the Oil City Library…
Mediators aim to extend Israel-Hamas truce in Gaza ahead of last planned hostage swap
RAFAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — International mediators appeared to make progress Wednesday on extending the truce in Gaza, encouraging Hamas militants to keep freeing hostages…
Forsberg scores in OT, Predators beat Penguins 3-2 for 6th straight win
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Filip Forsberg scored 14 seconds into overtime to give the Nashville Predators their sixth straight victory, 3-2 over the Pittsburgh Penguins…
Review: ‘Eileen,’ a wonderful novel about an ‘invisible’ young lady becomes an oddball film
The Associated Press Something strange has happened to Eileen Dunlop, and we don’t just mean the plot of “Eileen.” The adaptation of novelist Ottessa Moshfegh’s delicious coming-of-age…
Recent Deaths 11/29/23
Helen “Darlene” Wade, 76, of Seneca, died Nov. 27, 2023. Donald G. Klingensmith, 87, of Seneca, died Nov. 26, 2023. For complete obituaries, pick…
Pet of the Day 11/28/23
Looking for a new best friend? Look no further than Betty Boop, the sweetest little black kitten who is looking for a new address. Betty…
Caramelized Bananas
(Culinary.net) Satisfying your craving for dessert just got a lot easier. These Caramelized Bananas are a delicious combination of crunchy caramel on the outside and…
Cherrytree firefighters pitch safety message
From staff reports A Christmas wreath with green bulbs has been hung in front of the Cherrytree Township Volunteer Fire Department and the department is…
Venango County dog licenses to go on sale Friday
From staff reports Venango County dog licenses will be available starting Friday. State law requires that all dogs three months or older, or upon transfer…
Fragile truce in Gaza is extended as Israel faces pressure to spare civilians if fighting resumes
TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) — A fragile truce between Israel and Hamas entered its fifth day on Tuesday, with the militant group promising to release…
Trump set to return to the witness stand in his civil fraud trial
NEW YORK (AP) — After a pugnacious first turn on the witness stand, former president Donald Trump plans to testify again next month in his…
‘Hunger Games’ feasts; ‘Napoleon’ conquers; ‘Wish’ doesn’t come true at Thanksgiving box office
NEW YORK (AP) — The Walt Disney Co.’s “Wish” had been expected to rule the Thanksgiving weekend box office, but moviegoers instead feasted on leftovers,…
Recent Deaths 11/28/23
Janet E. (Bobrosky) Gipe, 85, of Oil City, died Nov. 27, 2023. Mildred Kathleen “Kathy” Whitmore, 72, of Knox, died Nov. 26, 2023. Pearl M….
Fragile Gaza truce is back on track after an hourslong delay in a hostage-for-prisoner swap
DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — The tense cease-fire between Israel and Hamas appeared to be back on track early Sunday after the release of…
Karlsson scores late in 2nd period, Penguins defeat Maple Leafs 3-2
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Penguins weren’t about to let a third-period lead slip away for a second consecutive night. Erik Karlsson scored the deciding…
Venango inmate who fled from hospital is sentenced
From staff reports An inmate at the Venango County jail who escaped from UPMC Northwest in May after striking a jail guard at the hospital…
PennDOT to display plans for Oil City corridor
From staff reports The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation is inviting the public to view the online plans display for a project to improve safety and…
Hamas set to release 14 Israeli hostages for 42 Israel-held Palestinians in 2nd truce swap
KHAN YOUNIS, Gaza Strip (AP) — Egyptian officials said Hamas was preparing to release 14 Israeli hostages Saturday for 42 Palestinian prisoners held by Israel,…
Israeli-owned ship was targeted in suspected Iranian attack in Indian Ocean, US official tells AP
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — A container ship owned by an Israeli billionaire came under attack by a suspected Iranian drone in the Indian…
Tuch’s late goal caps Sabres’ 3-2 comeback win against Penguins
BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — Alex Tuch scored with 2:44 left in regulation, Jeff Skinner had a goal and an assist, and the Buffalo Sabres came…
Recent Deaths 11/25/23
Gloria J. Greenlee, 92, of Franklin, died Nov. 17, 2023. Gerald E. ‘Jerry’ Schell, 85, of Clearfield, died Sept. 28, 2023. Walter A. Kummer, 77,…
Pet of the Day 11/24/23
This gorgeous bonded pair came to us when their owner could no longer care for them. Peyton is a big and handsome boy, weighing in…
Sweet Potato Hash with Eggs
(Family Features) Making time for meals together can have a positive impact on the well-being of families, including children and adolescents. In fact, regular meals…
Pet of the Day 11/23/23
Koda has had quite the journey with us. He came to us with an old fracture to his front right paw. We started him on…
Poblano Frittata
(Family Features) Making time for meals together can have a positive impact on the well-being of families, including children and adolescents. In fact, regular meals…
Pet of the Day 11/22/23
Willow came to us recently with her brother Max. They were rescued from a neglectful situation, but the rescuer did not end up having enough…
Poached Egg Tostadas with Avocado-Tomatillo Salsa
(Family Features) Making time for meals together can have a positive impact on the well-being of families, including children and adolescents. In fact, regular meals…
25 Gifts for Gardeners Who Have Everything
If you have a gardener on your gift list, this will be the easiest gift you’ve ever had to select and purchase! Truly, there is…
Artists Sunday expands this year
Jingle Bell 5K set for Oil City
Israel and Hamas agree on truce to free hostages in swap, raising hopes of halting war in Gaza
Federal judge says Pennsylvania mail-in ballots should still count if dated incorrectly
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Recent Deaths 11/22/23
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