Biden to give away 400 million N95 masks starting next week
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Biden administration will begin making 400 million N95 masks available for free to Americans starting next week, now that federal officials…
January 2022
Biden to highlight progress, ask for patience over setbacks
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden on Wednesday will try to talk anxious Americans through the challenges of delivering on his lengthy to-do list as…
Steelers’ Tomlin: ‘all options’ on the table at QB in 2022
PITTSBURGH (AP) — For the first time in Mike Tomlin’s long tenure as the head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers, he enters the offseason unsure…
Grammy Awards move ceremony to Las Vegas site in early April
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The 2022 Grammy Awards will shift to an April show in Las Vegas after recently postponing the ceremony due to rising…
Recent Deaths 1/19/22
Howard Vincent Campagna, 86, of Franklin, died Jan. 2, 2022. Cheryl J. Dunkerley, 73, of Utica, died Jan. 17, 2022. Ronald E. Johnston, 63, of…
Pet of the Day 1/18/22
Clementine is a happy girl with a bright personality! She loves attention and is very affectionate. She loves to play with toys and has lots…
Salmon and Shrimp Coconut Curry
(Family Features) Adding salmon to your weekly menu can take dinnertime from drab to delicious. Combining it with bright, fresh veggies heightens the savory experience…
Superload journey delayed due to weather
From staff reports PennDOT said Monday that the journey of the superload being transported from West Milton, New York, to Wampum, Pennsylvania, has been delayed…
Nature art show set Feb. 4-5 in Franklin
From staff reports The sixth annual Nature Art Showcase and Sale will be held Friday and Saturday, Feb. 4-5, in Franklin. This indoor art exhibit…
Sinema, Manchin slammed as Senate begins voting bill debate
WASHINGTON (AP) — Facing stark criticism from civil rights leaders, senators return to Capitol Hill under intense pressure to change their rules and break a…
Penguins score 5 unanswered goals to rally past Vegas 5-3
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Jason Zucker scored twice and the Pittsburgh Penguins rallied from an early three-goal deficit to defeat the Vegas Golden Knights 5-3…
Out of this world: 555.55-carat black diamond lands in Dubai
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Auction house Sotheby’s Dubai has unveiled a diamond that’s literally from out of this world. Sotheby’s calls the 555.55-carat…
Recent Deaths 1/18/22
Nathan A. Weaver, 45, of Emlenton, died Jan. 14, 2022. Clyde Alvin Buzard, 87, of Sligo, died Jan. 15, 2022. Sally Ann (Morrison) Clark, 90,…
Pet of the Day 1/17/22
Koa is such a sweet kitty. He loves pets and cuddles, but is also content to curl up on his own, especially in the sunshine!…
Baja Fish Taco Bowls
(Family Features) Before you completely overhaul the way you live, keep in mind making positive changes may just be a few simple steps away. Starting…
Benefits of Solar Grazing
While it might be hard to imagine with snow blanketing the ground, my head is currently filled with visions of lush green grass and fragrant…
House Passes Guard and Reserve Equity Bill
The VFW Action Corps community has done it again! Thanks to your efforts, H.R. 1836, the Guard and Reserve GI Bill Parity Act of 2021,…
Early interventionists can help kids with development delays
By STACEY GROSS Contributing writer Does your two-year-old have a good vocabulary? How do you know? What if they don’t? Early intervention is a set…
Second Presbyterian Church marks 150 years
From staff reports Second Presbyterian Church is celebrating its 150th year in 2022. Monthly events are scheduled to celebrate the occasion. A list of the…
Winter storm whipping East Coast with snow, thunderstorms
NEW YORK (AP) — A dangerous winter storm was bringing significant snowfall, strong thunderstorms and blustery winds to the northeastern U.S. on Monday. A foot…
For Oath Keepers and founder, Jan. 6 was weeks in the making
WILMINGTON, Del. (AP) — Two days after the election on Nov. 3, 2020, the Oath Keepers were already convinced that victory had been stolen from…
Retirement awaits Roethlisberger after 42-21 loss in KC
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger raised some eyebrows ahead of their wild-card game against the defending AFC champion Chiefs on Sunday…
‘Scream’ scares off ‘Spider-Man’ with $30.6M debut
NEW YORK (AP) — After a month at no. 1, “Spider-Man: No Way Home” has finally been overtaken at the box office. Paramount Pictures’ “Scream”…
Recent Deaths 1/17/22
Dolores Anna Marie McCarren, 89, of Franklin, died Jan. 14, 2022. Janet R. (Jacobs) Hartle, 90, of Meadville, formerly of Conneaut Lake, died Jan. 11,…
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294-ton oversized load to travel through Franklin next week
By LAURA O’NEIL Staff writer An oversized load may disrupt travel this week on Interstate 80, Route 322 west, which includes Liberty Street in Franklin,…
Issues with school racism aired again before Franklin board
By SYDNEY HERDLE Contributing writer Racism issues within Franklin School District were once again brought to the attention of Franklin School Board members and district…
Headed to disaster? US, Russia harden stances in talks
WASHINGTON (AP) — The failure of last week’s high-stakes diplomatic meetings to resolve escalating tensions over Ukraine has put Russia, the United States and its…
Guentzel’s OT goal lifts Penguins over Sharks 2-1
SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) — Jake Guentzel scored 37 seconds into overtime, Luis Domingue had 40 saves in his season debut and the Pittsburgh Penguins…
Final valuation of Prince’s estate pegged at $156.4 million
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The six-year legal battle over pop superstar Prince’s estate has ended, meaning the process of distributing the artist’s wealth could begin next…
Chocolate-making workshop scheduled
From staff reports The Oil Region Alliance will hold a chocolate-making workshop from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 6, at the Tarbell House, 324…
Court puts hold on GOP inspection of county voting machines
McCONNELLSBURG (AP) — An inspection of voting machines in a heavily Republican county in Pennsylvania as part of a GOP “investigation” into the 2020 presidential…
Federal testing website launches next week, 4 tests per home
WASHINGTON (AP) — The federal website where Americans can request free COVID-19 tests will begin accepting orders on Wednesday as the White House looks to…
Steelers visit Chiefs with nothing-to-lose playoff attitude
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Mike Tomlin and Ben Roethlisberger are brutally honest about the Steelers’ chances of advancing past the wild-card round of the…
Netflix upping US, Canada prices with competition growing
NEW YORK (AP) — Netflix is raising prices for its video streaming customers in the U.S. and Canada, less than a year and a half…
Recent Deaths 1/15/22
Donald C. “Capt’n” Elder, Sr., 86, of Fisher, died Jan. 13, 2022. Chelsea J. Licht, 86, of Ahrensville, died Jan. 14, 2022. Anna Mae Fisher,…
Mediterranean Rice Bowls with Zucchini Fritters
(Family Features) Before you completely overhaul the way you live, keep in mind making positive changes may just be a few simple steps away. Starting…
Pet of the Day 1/14/22
Grizzy recently came to us because his owner was no longer able to keep him. He can be shy, but he is super sweet. He…
Supreme Court halts COVID-19 vaccine rule for US businesses
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court has stopped a major push by the Biden administration to boost the nation’s COVID-19 vaccination rate, a requirement that…
The heat stays on: Earth hits 6th warmest year on record
The Associated Press Earth simmered to the sixth hottest year on record in 2021, according to several newly released temperature measurements. And scientists say the…
Kings use three-goal flurry in third to bury Penguins 6-2
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Mikey Anderson, Viktor Arvidsson and Anze Kopitar scored in a span of 1:23 of the third period and the Los Angeles…
Ashes of Winter the movie star dolphin released into Gulf
CLEARWATER, Fla. (AP) — The ashes of Winter the dolphin were returned to the sea on Thursday, about two months after the beloved marine mammal…
Recent Deaths 1/14/22
Lucinda “Cindy” John Lerch Davis, 80, of Tulsa, Oklahoma, died Jan. 4, 2022. Ruth L. Rogers, 96, died Jan. 12, 2022. Ella M. Butryn, 78,…
Cheesy Frittata with Veggies
(Family Features) Chef Nate Appleman knows how important it is to serve healthy meals to your family – ones they actually want to eat. Before…
Pet of the Day 1/13/22
Maui is the sweetest little guy. He loves to cuddle and is often pretty playful, especially with his siblings. He has lots of energy, but…
Fund for OCHS students honoring longtime editor raises about $10k
From staff reports Nearly $10,000 has been contributed so far to a fund that honors a longtime editor at The Derrick and will benefit Oil…
Venango Catholic to host Heritage Gala March 19
From staff reports Venango Catholic High School will host its annual Heritage Gala on Saturday, March 19, at the school. This year’s black-tie event will…
Biden highlighting federal ‘surge’ to help weather omicron
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden is highlighting the federal government’s efforts to “surge” military medical personnel to help overwhelmed medical facilities weather the spike…
House votes for GOP-favored redistricting plan
HARRISBURG (AP) — A plan to redraw lines for Pennsylvania’s congressional districts to account for a decade of population shifts passed the state House on…