Name: Shelby
Breed: German Shepherd
Age: 3 years
Sex: Female
Size: Large
House-trained: Yes
Shelby can be found at Precious Paws Animal Rescue in Franklin.
Pet of the day 7/8/16
Pet of the Day 6/5/23
Lainey recently came to us as a stray so we do not have any history for her. We aged her to be approximately 3 years…
Grilled Maine Lobster Tacos
(Family Features) Keep the grill cooking all summer long with a family favorite, seafood, and satisfy taste buds with fresh flavors hot off the grates….
Future is Bright with Adaptive Reuse
Wrapping up our series on adaptive reuse in redevelopment, this week we’re going to look at some future projects. First, let’s head downriver, through Pittsburgh,…
No survivors found after plane that led to fighter jet scramble crashes
WASHINGTON (AP) — A wayward and unresponsive business plane that flew over the nation’s capital Sunday afternoon caused the military to scramble a fighter jet…
Pirates complete 3-game sweep with 2-1 victory
PITTSBURGH (AP) — When he’s on, Rich Hill’s pitches still dance. They still dart. They go this way. Then that way. They can baffle hitters…
‘Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse’ swings to massive $120.5 million opening
NEW YORK (AP) — “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse” opened in U.S. and Canadian theaters with a massive $120.5 million, more than tripling the debut of…
Recent Deaths 6/5/23
Russell S. Stahlman, 95, of Oil City, died June 2, 2023. Samuel Harrison Weckerly, 79, of Parker, died June 2, 2023. Karen D. Myers, 82,…
OC Days Inn back on market; owner asking for $2.5M
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer The Days Inn Hotel in Oil City is up for sale again. This time, the current owner, Oil City Hospitality,…
OC man has planned quite an auction at his iconic business
By KARA O’NEIL Staff writer A treasure trove of local oil memorabilia, classic cars and an iconic service station in Oil City will be going…
Delegates working to end global plastics pollution agree to craft a draft treaty
PARIS (AP) — Global negotiators have agreed to craft a draft treaty to end plastic pollution, a preliminary but crucial step toward tackling one of…
Debt deal imposes new work requirements for food aid
WASHINGTON (AP) — Democrats are deeply conflicted about the food aid requirements that President Joe Biden negotiated as part of the debt ceiling deal, fearing…
Pirates top Cardinals 4-3 to push winning streak to 4
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Connor Joe learned the importance of beating the St. Louis Cardinals when the Pittsburgh Pirates drafted the now well-traveled outfielder nearly a…
Festival Bike ‘n Brew scheduled July 15
From staff reports The Venango Area Chamber of Commerce’s young professional group, Future Leaders & Entrepreneurs Exchange (FLEX), is hosting this year’s Oil Heritage Festival…
Oil City street sweeping
From staff reports Here is next week’s schedule: Monday — Willow Street, Wayne Street, Ragon Drive, Gateway Drive Tuesday — Martin Street, Siverly Avenue, Alcorn Avenue, Kramer…
Biden celebrates a ‘crisis averted’ in Oval Office address
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden celebrated a “crisis averted” in his first speech to the nation from the Oval Office Friday evening, ready to…
Senate gives final OK to debt ceiling deal, sending it to Biden
WASHINGTON (AP) — Fending off a U.S. default, the Senate gave final approval late Thursday to a debt ceiling and budget cuts package, grinding into…
Review: The giddy splendor of ‘Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse’
The Associated Press Let’s get this upfront: “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse” was the best comic-book film of the last decade. With an animation blizzard blown…
Recent Deaths 6/2/23
Mary Jane Mullen, 86, of Nickelville, died May 31, 2023. Beverly L. Hale, 81, of Tionesta, died May 31, 2023. Dennis “Triple M” Paul McMasters,…
Pet of the Day 6/1/23
Shai recently came to us as a stray with another dog, so we do not have any history for her. This sweet girl was aged…
3-Ingredient Strawberry Ice Cream
(Culinary.net) When it’s beyond hot outside and the kids are begging for a delicious afternoon snack, sometimes it’s difficult to know where to turn. The…
Man who died in bike accident identified
From staff reports A Worthington resident has been identified as the man who died in a bicycle accident early Sunday morning on Belmar Acres Road…
Slow-moving superload to move through area today
From staff reports The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation is advising motorists that starting this morning at 9, a superload being transported from Allegheny County is…
Biden-McCarthy debt ceiling deal goes to Senate
WASHINGTON (AP) — Veering away from a default crisis, the House overwhelmingly approved a debt ceiling and budget cuts package, sending the deal that President…
Study: Teachers leaving their jobs at accelerating rate in PA
HARRISBURG (AP) — Teachers are leaving their jobs at an accelerating rate in Pennsylvania, amid fears of a nationwide exodus of burned-out teachers and a…
Reynolds’ 3 RBIs, great catch lead Pirates over Giants 9-4
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Bryan Reynolds drove in three runs and made a leaping catch against the wall, helping the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the San…
Review: Sweeney is brilliant in ‘Reality,’ based on true story of NSA whistleblower
The Associated Press “Reality,” a new movie starring Sydney Sweeney, is largely set in one empty room. There is nothing on the walls. There are…
Recent Deaths 6/1/23
Robert J. “Bob” Dunkle, 75, of Titusville, died May 30, 2023. For complete obituaries, pick up a copy of The Derrick for this day…
Pet of the Day 5/31/23
Athena was brought to us with her mom, Baby, when their owners could no longer care for them. Athena is about 3 years old, 50…
Citrus, Mango and Pineapple Salsa
(Culinary.net) It’s time to kick off summer with a bang. With exciting summer events like baseball, sunbathing and barbecues filling social calendars, comes a whole…
When to Plant Vegetables in Pennsylvania
Because Pennsylvania includes three U.S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones and their subzones, the times for planting vegetables vary considerably from Philadelphia, which is…
Franklin woman charged with hindering arrest
Annual Greenways Awards recipients announced
Trump’s legal team, Manhattan prosecutors spar over where he will stand trial
Lawyers for Pittsburgh synagogue defendant admit he carried out deadliest US antisemitic attack
Joe homers against former team as Pirates beat San Francisco 2-1
Recent Deaths 5/31/23
VFW Participates in Memorial Day Events
